Month: July 2025
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African Football
CAF Investigates Algeria Ahead of WAFCON Clash with Super Falcons
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has started an official investigation into the Algerian Women’s National Team for possible violations…
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Nigeria Professional Football League
Imama Amapakabo Set to Arrive in Kano for Final Talks with Pillars
SportsRation can exclusively confirm that former Abia Warriors head coach, Imama Amapakabo, is expected to arrive in Kano, Saturday, July…
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Super Falcons
Nigeria 1-0 Botswana: Super Falcons Book WAFCON Quarterfinal Spot
Nigeria’s Super Falcons are through to the quarterfinals of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations after a 1–0 win…
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Transfer
Nigerian Teenager Ekemini Okon Arrives in Finland for European Trial
Promising Nigerian youngster Ekemini Okon has arrived in Finland for trials with a yet-to-be-disclosed club, in what could mark the…
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Off the Pitch
Osimhen’s girlfriend Stefanie Ladewig Shares Stunning Holiday Snaps from Dubai
Stefanie Kim Ladewig, girlfriend of Super Eagles and Napoli striker Victor Osimhen, has wowed fans with beautiful photos from her…
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Basketball
LeBron James Could Still Leave Lakers Despite Signing New Deal
LeBron James left the Cleveland Cavaliers for a second time after the 2017-18 season and has played the last seven…
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Tennis
Djokovic Injury Worry Ahead of Wimbledon Semifinal Against Sinner
Novak Djokovic may face a tough road if he wants to win another Wimbledon title in 2025. He might need…
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Flying Eagles
Flying Eagles and Ghana Draw 1-1 in WAFU U-20 Opener
The Flying Eagles of Nigeria started their WAFU Zone B U-20 Championship with a 1-1 draw against the Black Satellites…
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Tennis
Sabalenka Out as Anisimova Reaches First Grand Slam Final
Amanda Anisimova has shocked the tennis world by defeating world number one Aryna Sabalenka in the Wimbledon semi-finals. The 23-year-old…
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Nigeria National League
Warri Wolves and Kun Khalifat FC Promoted to NPFL
Warri Wolves FC are back in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) after finishing top of the Southern Conference in…
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Nigeria National League
WiKki Tourists, Barau FC Secure Promotion to Nigeria Premier Football League
It’s official: Wikki Tourists FC of Bauchi and Barau FC of Kano have sealed promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football…
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Off the Pitch
Brown Ideye: “NPFL Won’t Improve If We Only Talk About EPL and La Liga”
Nigerian football legend Brown Ideye has spoken honestly to local fans, saying the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) cannot grow…
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Off the Pitch
‘How Football Changed My Life’ – France 98’ World Cup Star Mobi Okparaku reveals
Mobi Oparaku: “I Came from a Very Poor Family, But France ’98 Bonuses Helped Me Build a House for My…
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9ja Flavour
U-17 World Cup Winner Edidiong Essien Shares How Amunike’s Discipline Shaped the Golden Eaglets’ March to Glory In 2015
When Nigeria lifted the 2015 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Chile, much of the spotlight was on Victor Osimhen’s record-breaking…
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Football
PSG demolished Real Madrid to set up a Fifa Club World Cup final against Chelsea
This semi-final tie at the MetLife Stadium was over as a contest within 24 minutes as the Champions League winners…
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Tennis
Djokovic Reaches Wimbledon Semifinals, Will Face Sinner Next
Novak Djokovic is into the Wimbledon semifinals for a record 14th time in men’s tennis. The 38-year-old Serbian is now…
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Transfer
Arsenal Talk to Chelsea About Signing Noni Madueke
Arsenal Football Club have officially spoken to Chelsea Football Club about signing winger Noni Madueke, SportsRation reports. Last week, BBC…
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Ligue 1
Lyon to Stay in Ligue 1 After Winning Financial Appeal
Lyon will continue to play in Ligue 1 next season after the French league’s financial watchdog reversed its earlier decision…
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Off the Pitch
Chelsea’s Tosin Adarabioyo Names Favourite Nigerian Mea
Chelsea defender Tosin Adarabioyo has shared that his favourite Nigerian food is pounded yam with okro soup, as rumours continue…
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Tennis
Bencic Reaches First Wimbledon Semi-Final After Beating Andreeva
Switzerland’s Belinda Bencic has reached her first Wimbledon semi-final after beating teenage star Mirra Andreeva in a tight and emotional…
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Transfer
2024 AFCON star Simon Adingra set to join Sunderland from Brighton
Ivory Coast star Simon Adingra, who played a key role in his country’s win over Nigeria in the 2024 Africa…
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Flying Eagles
Ghana, Nigeria Set for Fierce Showdown as WAFU B U20 Championship Kicks Off
One of West Africa’s fiercest football rivalries takes centre stage this Thursday as Ghana and Nigeria clash in the opening…
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Chelsea
Mikel Obi Backs João Pedro as Chelsea’s Top Striker After Stunning Debut
Former Chelsea and Nigeria midfielder, Mikel Obi, has praised new signing João Pedro after his impressive performance in the Club…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Victor Osimhen Turns Down Manchester United Move, Prefers Galatasaray Return
Manchester United have suffered a setback in their search for a new striker after Victor Osimhen reportedly rejected a move…
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Football
Emotional Return to Training for Liverpool After Diogo Jota’s Death
Liverpool’s players returned to training on Tuesday, still grieving the sudden loss of forward Diogo Jota, who died in a…
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Football
Chelsea reach Club World Cup final with Joao Pedro double
Chelsea are through to the final of the Club World Cup after beating Brazilian team Fluminense, thanks to two goals…
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Basketball
Kevin Durant Joins Houston Rockets in Record-Breaking Seven-Team NBA Trade
One of the biggest stars in the NBA, Kevin Durant, is moving to the Houston Rockets in a huge trade…
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Basketball
New York Knicks Hire Mike Brown as New Head Coach
The New York Knicks have officially named Mike Brown as their new head coach ahead of the upcoming NBA season.…
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Nigeria Professional Football League
Ahmed Musa to Keep Playing for Kano Pillars While Also Acting as General Manager
Super Eagles and former Leicester City striker Ahmed Musa will continue playing football for Kano Pillars FC, even though he…
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Football
Fluminense Aim to Make History Against Chelsea in Club World Cup Semi-Final
Brazilian club Fluminense are dreaming big as they prepare to face Chelsea in the FIFA Club World Cup semi-final on…
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