Year: 2025
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Galatasaray Set to Make Big Money from Osimhen Unveiling
Galatasaray are planning to make huge money from the official unveiling of Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, with the club expecting…
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Basketball
Jade Jones says yes to NBA Star Tyrese Haliburton’s romantic proposal
NBA star Tyrese Haliburton is now engaged to his long-time girlfriend Jade Jones – and the proposal was something straight…
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Tennis
Emma Raducanu says Djokovic is the ‘GOAT’ – but prefers to watch Federer play
Emma Raducanu has shared her thoughts on the big debate in tennis: who is the greatest of all time –…
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Off the Pitch
Why Manchester City star Josko Gvardiol Swapped the Football Field for a “Real Commando Mission” This Summer
While most footballers eased into preseason with beach breaks or light training, Manchester City defender Josko Gvardiol chose something far…
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Super Falcons
Tinubu Says Super Falcons’ Win Was So Exciting the First Lady Stopped Cooking to Watch
President Bola Tinubu has shared a funny story about how the Super Falcons’ big win in the 2024 Women’s Africa…
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9ja Flavour
Nigeria’s D’Tigress Reach Afrobasket Quarter-Finals After Win Over Mozambique
Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, have made it to the quarter-finals of the Women’s Afrobasket tournament taking place in Côte…
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9ja Flavour
President Tinubu Honours Super Falcons with National Awards, Homes, and Cash Gifts
President Bola Tinubu has honoured the Super Falcons and their coaches for winning the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations…
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Super Falcons
Fans Angry as CAF Leaves Out Key Super Falcons Players from WAFCON Best XI
There has been strong criticism from Nigerian and African football fans after the Confederation of African Football (CAF) announced the…
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Off the Pitch
Nigerian Musician Ayra Starr Performs New Song for Lionel Messi and His Wife at Coldplay Concert in Miami
Nigerian Afrobeats star Ayra Starr gave a special performance of her new hit song Hot Body during a Coldplay concert…
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Super Falcons
FIFA Celebrates Super Falcons After Historic 10th WAFCON Title
FIFA, the world football body, has praised the Super Falcons of Nigeria for winning their 10th Women’s Africa Cup of…
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Nigeria Professional Football League
NPFL 2025/26 Fixtures Released as Remo Stars Begin Title Defence Against Rivers United
The fixtures for the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season have been released, with defending champions Remo Stars set…
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Sports Care With the Caretaker
Is Asisat Oshoala The Greatest African Female Footballer of All Time?
In the story of African women’s football, few names have commanded the stage like Asisat Lamina Oshoala. At 30 years…
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Women's Football
England Lionesses Win Euro 2025 After Beating Spain on Penalties
The England Lionesses have won the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 after beating Spain 3-1 in a penalty shootout. The final…
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Other Sports
Lagos Ready to Welcome Africa’s Best Young Table Tennis Players for 2025 Championships
Lagos is getting ready to welcome over 150 young table tennis players from across Africa for the 2025 ITTF African…
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9ja Flavour
NFF President Says Super Falcons’ Win Can Inspire Super Eagles World Cup Dream
President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Gusau, says the Super Falcons’ big win at the Women’s Africa Cup…
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Super Falcons
Super Falcons to Parade WAFCON Trophy in Abuja on Monday, Set for Presidential Reception
Nigeria’s Super Falcons are expected to arrive back in the country on Monday, following their historic triumph at the 2024…
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Super Falcons
Akwa Ibom State Football Association Congratulates Super Falcons on WAFCON Victory
The Akwa Ibom State Football Association has congratulated the Super Falcons of Nigeria following their impressive 3-2 win over Morocco…
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9ja Flavour
Akwa Ibom State League: Blackpool FA Crowned Champions After Thrilling Victory Over Pillars Sports
Blackpool Football Academy were crowned champions of the 2025 Akwa Ibom State League after defeating Pillars Sports Academy 2-0 in…
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Super Falcons
President Tinubu Celebrates Super Falcons After WAFCON Victory Over Morocco
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the Super Falcons of Nigeria after they defeated Morocco 3-2 to win the 2024…
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Super Falcons
WAFCON: Ajibade, Nnadozie bag Best Player and Goalkeeper Awards
Nigeria’s Rasheedat Ajibade and Chiamaka Nnadozie were honoured with major individual awards after helping the Super Falcons win their 10th…
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9ja Flavour
Abakiliki FC confirm NNL return after slot purchase
Abakaliki FC have confirmed they will play in the 2025-26 Nigeria National League (NNL) after acquiring a slot from another…
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African Football
Mission X Complete: Super Falcons come from behind Vs Morocco to win 10th WAFCON title
The Super Falcons of Nigeria have won the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) for the 10th time after beating…
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Women's Football
Ghana Beat South Africa on Penalties to Win WAFCON Bronze
Ghana have claimed third place at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco after beating South Africa on…
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Football
Why Messi and Alba have been SUSPENDED by the MLS
Major League Soccer (MLS) has suspended Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba, both players for Inter Miami, after they failed to…
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Man Utd
Ruben Amorim Says Man United Will “Suffer” Despite Being Happy With Squad
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has said he is happy with his current squad but warned that the team will…
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9ja Flavour
Evans Ogenyi Starts Work as Kano Pillars Coach
Evans Ogenyi has started his job as the new technical adviser (head coach) of Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) team,…
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Super Falcons
Nigeria Coach Madugu Promises Smart Tactics to Beat Morocco in WAFCON Final
Nigeria’s women’s football coach, Justin Madugu, has promised fans that the Super Falcons are ready to face Morocco in the…
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9ja Flavour
NFF Appoints Manu Garba and Moses Aduku as New Coaches for Golden Eaglets and Falconets
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) have approved the appointment of Manu Garba as the new head coach of the Golden…
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Table Tennis
Exciting First Day at 2025 WTT Contender Lagos with Big Surprise
The 2025 WTT Contender Lagos got off to an exciting start on Thursday, 24 July, at the Teslim Balogun Stadium.…
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Basketball
Josh Okogie Joins Houston Rockets, Reunites with Kevin Durant
Nigerian basketball star Josh Okogie is preparing for a new chapter in his NBA career after signing a one-year deal…
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