Year: 2025
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9ja Flavour
Sadiq Umar’s Club Appoints Patrick Bassey as Head Coach
Ranchers Bees Football Club of Kaduna, owned by Super Eagles striker Sadiq Umar, have officially unveiled Coach Patrick Bassey as…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Osimhen: Galatasaray Fans Give Me the Fire to Fight for the Badge
Super Eagles and Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has explained why he gives his all whenever he steps onto the pitch…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Victor Boniface Responds Calmly to Criticism from Werder Bremen Coach
Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface has given a calm response to recent criticism from Werder Bremen head coach Horst Steffen.…
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Super Falcons
Real Sociedad Star Edna Imade Set to Choose Spain Over Nigeria
Real Sociedad’s in-form striker, Edna Imade, is reportedly set to represent World Champions Spain instead of Nigeria, despite several attempts…
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Off the Pitch
Tragedy as Serbian Coach Mladen Žižović Dies During League Match
A tragic incident occurred during a Serbian SuperLiga match on Sunday, as Mladen Žižović, head coach of Radnički 1923 from…
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CAF Champions League
Rivers United Get Tricky Draw in CAF Champions League Group Stage
Former Nigeria Premier Football League champions Rivers United have been drawn in Group A of the 2025/26 TotalEnergies CAF Champions…
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CAF Confederation Cup
Group of Death Emerges as African Giants Set for Continental Fireworks
The draw for the 2025/26 TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup has produced mouth-watering fixtures, with Egyptian powerhouses Zamalek and Al Masry…
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9ja Flavour
Bayelsa United Fully Deserved Win Over Plateau United – Okpara
Bayelsa United technical adviser Meremu Okpara says his team fully deserved their 2-1 victory over Plateau United in Sunday’s Nigeria…
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Football
Van Dijk Dismisses Rooney’s Leadership Criticism as “Lazy”
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has hit back at Wayne Rooney’s claim that the Reds’ recent poor form is due…
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Tennis
Sinner Beats Auger-Aliassime to Win Paris Masters and Reclaim World Number One Spot
Italy’s Jannik Sinner claimed his first Paris Masters title after defeating Canada’s Felix Auger-Aliassime 6-4, 7-6 (7-4) in Sunday’s final,…
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Basketball
Nigerian-Born Gabe Vincent Faces Uncertain Future as Lakers Weigh Trade Options
Nigerian-American guard Gabe Vincent could be on his way out of the Los Angeles Lakers, as the team considers reshaping…
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Basketball
Thunder, Lakers and Suns Shine in Action-Packed NBA Night
It was another thrilling night of basketball across the NBA, with the Oklahoma City Thunder, Los Angeles Lakers, and Phoenix…
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Nigeria Professional Football League
“Cheers to the 11th Month” – Edidiong Ezekiel Reacts After Scoring in Enyimba’s 2–0 Win Over Kano Pillars
Enyimba forward Edidiong Ezekiel has expressed delight after finding the back of the net in his team’s 2–0 victory over…
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CAF Champions League
CAF Champions League Group Stage Draw Set for Monday in Johannesburg
The draw for the 2025/26 TotalEnergies CAF Champions League group stage will take place on Monday, 3 November, at the…
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9ja Flavour
NSC Boss Shehu Dikko Clears Air on FIFA Fund and Kebbi Mini-Stadium Project
The Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Shehu Dikko, has denied claims of financial misconduct involving the Nigeria Football…
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Tennis
Swiatek and Rybakina Cruise to Easy Wins at WTA Finals Opener in Riyadh
Iga Swiatek and Elena Rybakina made strong starts at the WTA Finals in Riyadh, both earning quick and convincing wins…
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Basketball
NBA Saturday & Sunday Roundup: Kings Edge Bucks, Magic Shine, Rockets Roll Past Celtics
Basketball fans were treated to an action-packed NBA weekend (November 1–2, 2025), as several teams delivered thrilling performances and standout…
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9ja Flavour
DONE DEAL: Flying Eagles Coach Aliyu Zubair Joins Egyptian Club Telecom SC
Flying Eagles head coach, Aliyu Zubair, has been appointed as the new manager of Egyptian second division side, Telecom Egypt…
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International Football
Angola to Mark 50th Independence Anniversary with Historic Friendly Against World Champions Argentina
Angola is set to celebrate its 50th Independence anniversary in grand style, with plans underway to host reigning world champions…
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Football
Salah Equals Rooney’s Record as Liverpool Return to Winning Ways
Liverpool legend Mohamed Salah has made more Premier League history after matching Wayne Rooney’s record of 276 goal involvements for…
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Off the Pitch
Barcelona Star Lamine Yamal Confirms Breakup with Argentine Rapper Nicki Nicole
Barcelona’s teenage sensation Lamine Yamal has confirmed the end of his relationship with Argentine rapper Nicki Nicole, putting to rest…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Okoye Shines as Udinese End Atalanta’s Unbeaten Run — Lookman Benched in Costly Decision
Nigerian goalkeeper Maduka Okoye delivered another composed performance as Udinese CF stunned Atalanta BC 1–0 on Saturday, ending the visitors’…
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Off the Pitch
The Wait Continues: Man United Fan Hits 392 Days Without Haircut as Forest End Winning Streak
A die-hard Manchester United fan, Frank Ilett, has gone 392 days without a haircut, keeping a promise not to trim…
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AFCON
AFCON 2025 to Make History with Augmented Reality Experience in Morocco
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco is set to make history as the first-ever edition of the…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Osimhen, Onuachu Set for Blockbuster Nigerian Showdown in Turkish Super Lig
Nigerian strikers Victor Osimhen and Paul Onuachu will go head-to-head tonight as Galatasaray face Trabzonspor in a top-of-the-table Turkish Super…
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9ja Flavour
“Happy Hour” – Ibom Angels FC Chairman Hosts Players and Officials in Prayer and Thanksgiving Meet
It was a moment of joy, gratitude, and reflection for the players and officials of Ibom Angels Football Club on…
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9ja Flavour
Akwa United, Godswill Akpabio United FC Set for Exciting Friendly Clash Today
Football fans in Uyo are in for a treat today as Akwa United take on Godswill Akpabio United FC in…
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Barcelona
Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal Seeks More Help for Ongoing Groin Injury
Barcelona star Lamine Yamal has visited outside doctors for further checks on his groin injury, which has been troubling him…
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Basketball
Doncic Shines on Return as Lakers Beat Grizzlies in NBA Cup Opener
Luka Doncic made a brilliant return for the Los Angeles Lakers, scoring 44 points with 12 rebounds and six assists…
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Basketball
NBA Cup Group Play Roundup – October 31 and November 1, 2025
It was a busy weekend in the NBA Cup group stage, with several close games and some big performances from…
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