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Kanu Nwankwo and the ‘GOLDEN’ career that made Nigeria proud: A tribute as he turns 47
Born on August 1, 1976, Kanu Nwankwo turns 47 years today (1/8/2023), as tribute, Caretaker presents a tale of his…
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Four observations as glory-chasing Super Falcons progress to the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup knockout round
A 0-0 draw vs Ireland was enough to send Nigeria in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup knockout round. Here…
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History book: Day Osaze Odemwingie criticized Amodu sack for Lars Lagerback
Osaze Odemwingie turns 42 today [ July 15, 2023 ]. To mark the day, this edition of History Book brings…
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Has Taye Taiwo retired from active football
Following a throwback picture of Nigerian left back on the SportsRation Facebook page, fans are asking ‘ Has Taye Taiwo…
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Four key records held by the legendary Rabiu Ali
SportsRation presents four key records held by the legendary Kano Pillars captain Rabiu Ali after he left the club back…
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NFF VS Randy Waldrum: The Good, Bad and the Ugly
The Nigeria Football Federation – NFF and Super Falcons Head Coach Randy Waldrum are currently at loggerheads. SportsRation correspondent Caretaker…
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Kai Havertz and thirteen other players who have played for Chelsea and Arsenal
Kai Havertz became the 14th player to sign for London rivals Arsenal and Chelsea FC when he completed his transfer…
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Jordon Ibe: From rejecting Nigeria to training at Chesterfield – a sad tale
The story of former Liverpool winger Jordon Ibe who once rejected a chance to play for the Nigerian national team…
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Ighalo Nigeria League return: The Conditions, status quo, projections.
34-year old Nigerian striker Odion Ighalo has said he is open to returning home to play in the Nigeria Premier…
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Victor Osimhen makes history, becomes first African Capocannoniere
Victor Osimhen made history in Serie A as the 2022-23 season came to an end, becoming the first African in…
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Bukayo Saka pays visit to Lagos State Governor as part of his visit to Nigeria
Arsenal star Bukayo Saka continued his visit to Nigeria by meeting with Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu at the State…
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Homecoming: Bukayo Saka visits Lagos after successful season
Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka has visited his home country Nigeria for the first time after the conclusion of the 2022-23…
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Nigeria at the U-20 World Cup: Can 2023 set surpass last-16 finish by 2019 squad
The 2023 Flying Eagles of Nigeria set will face Argentina in the last-16 of the 2023 U-20 World Cup. In…
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Bosso: Flying Eagles aiming for revenge against Brazil
After a brilliant start to life in Argentina, Nigeria’s Flying Eagles will face Brazil in their final group game with…
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Meet Charles Etim the Ex-Golden Eaglets star behind FC ONE Rockets NPFL promotion push
Ex-Golden Eaglets star Charles Etim is one of the key names behind the sensational NPFL promotion push by FC ONE…
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U-20 World Cup: Three observations from Nigeria’s stunning 2-0 win over Italy
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles secured a 2-0 win over Italy in the second group D match of the 2023 U-20 World…
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Europa League champions keen on transfer of Gift Orban
Nigerian youngster Gift Orban is reportedly on the radar of reigning UEFA Europa League winners Eintracht Frankfurt ahead of a…
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Jordi Alba, Barcelona agree to terminate contract after 11 seasons
FC Barcelona defender Jordi Alba has reached an agreement with the club to terminate his contract after 11 seasons at…
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Samuel Chukwueze at 24: In the beginning, career stats and projections
Nigeria and Villareal winger Samuel Chukwueze turned 24 on Monday May 22, 2023. SPORTSRATION in tribute reviews his career stats…
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U-20 WC: Three lessons from Nigeria`s 2-1 win over Dominican Republic
Nigeria`s U-20 male team the Flying Eagles came from behind to defeat Dominican Republic 2-1 in their opening group D…
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History Book: Mikel Obi`s first Premier League goal
The History book will always remember it took Nigerian Midfielder Mikel Obi 185 appearances to score his first English Premier…
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Nigeria U-17 squad of 2007: A tribute
Nigeria last won the Africa U-17 Cup of Nations in 2007. That squad went on to win the World Cup…
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Exclusive: Two reasons why Nigeria U-17 failed at the 2023 AFCON
No matter how you look at it, Nigeria failing to reach the semi-final of the 2023 U-17 AFCON means the…
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Nigeria U-17 Player Ratings vs Morocco: Poor finishing costs Golden Eaglets
Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets missed out on a chance to book their place in the last eight of the U-17 AFCON…
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Osimhen at the 2015 U-17 AFCON: A throwback
Comments made by Cameroon striker Dorinel Yondjo has inspired a throwback to how Victor Osimhen performed at the 2015 U-17…
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OPINION: Arsenal may not win the EPL title 4-ONE reason
Arsenal suffered a 4-1 loss to EPL title co-contenders Manchester City on Wednesday night. Caretaker holds the opinion Gunners may…
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Akpom, Tijani, Onyedika: 5 Midfield options for Jose Peseiro to bolster the Super Eagles midfield
For Super Eagles handler Jose Peseiro, the midfield position is one that must require a great deal of attention, as…
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Throwback to how Okocha used his PL armband for Nigeria`s 2004 AFCON games
At the 2004 AFCON, Nigeria`s skipper Jay Jay Okocha was pictured using the customized captain armband from his club Premier…
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History book: The glory days of TAYE TAIWO, a tale
At the mention of the name Taye Taiwo, the first point of reference will be his bullet-shots that so endeared…
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Meet Morroco`s Achraf Hakimi the “dribbling-king”
Morrocan footballer Achraf Hakimi is blessed with special dribbling skills which helps him seamlessly go past opposition defenders and set-up…
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