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Mallam Shehu Dikko must be reminded to uphold the dignity and stature of his post as Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC). Because the commission operates directly under the Presidency, this office commands a level of direct executive access and influence that surpasses many conventional ministerial portfolios, and it should be treated with the […]

The Russian national football team has officially touched down in Nizhny Novgorod, shifting into the final phase of preparations ahead of their anticipated international friendly against Nigeria’s Super Eagles. Head coach Valery Karpin and his travelling contingent of players and technical staff arrived in the historic Volga city following an intensive opening phase of their […]

Super Eagles forward Akor Adams has urged his teammates to move past their recent setback against Guinea-Bissau and channel their energy into restoring national pride when they take on Russia in an upcoming international friendly on Tuesday. The Nigerian national team was left reeling after suffering a heavy 3-0 defeat in Bissau on September 29, […]

The Super Falcons have officially kicked off preparations for their upcoming international duties as camp opened in the serene sporting enclave of Ikenne, Ogun State. Ahead of their crucial qualifying encounter against Comoros, nine players have already reported for duty, setting an active and focused tone for the Nigerian women’s national team. Among the early […]

For nearly two decades, the identity of the Portuguese national team has been inextricably linked to one man: Cristiano Ronaldo. Yet, on a vibrant evening in Copenhagen, the Seleção das Quinas offered compelling evidence that their future remains bright, dynamic, and lethal, even as they look toward an inevitable transitional era. Portugal produced an emphatic […]

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has officially clarified the circumstances surrounding the sudden withdrawal of seven key players from the Super Eagles squad ahead of their international friendly encounter against Russia. The announcement comes as a major disruption to the team’s match preparations, compelling the technical crew to make swift, last-minute tactical adjustments. Among the […]

Anticipation is mounting ahead of an intriguing international friendly as Russia prepares to host Nigeria in what promises to be a competitive clash of styles. While friendly fixtures often serve primarily as testing grounds for managers looking to fine-tune their tactics and assess squad depth, the upcoming encounter has already generated plenty of talking points […]

Former Nigeria international forward John Utaka has weighed in on the ongoing debate surrounding world football’s most prestigious individual honors, boldly tipping Paris Saint-Germain’s Russian goalkeeper Matvey Safonov to claim the Yashin Trophy while backing French superstar Kylian Mbappé to take home the coveted Ballon d’Or. The Yashin Trophy, introduced by France Football in 2019 […]Read More

Anticipation is steadily building on the international football scene as Russia prepares to lock horns once again with Nigeria’s Super Eagles in an eagerly awaited friendly clash. With supporters dissecting tactics and form on both sides, legendary Russian striker Aleksandr Kerzhakov has stepped forward to offer his thoughts on how the heavyweight contest will unfold, […]

World No. 1 Jannik Sinner has officially confirmed his withdrawal from the upcoming Shanghai Masters, prolonging his hiatus from the ATP Tour and delaying his long-awaited comeback to competitive tennis. The Italian tennis star announced the decision after evaluating his physical condition, acknowledging that while he had harbored strong hopes of taking the court in […]

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have officially commenced on-pitch preparations ahead of their upcoming international friendly against Russia, holding their maiden training session in the historic city of Nizhny Novgorod on Saturday afternoon. Having touched down on Russian soil on Friday, the three-time African champions wasted little time acclimatizing to their new surroundings before shifting […]

African football is set to return to one of its most vibrant cultural capitals as Nigeria has been officially selected to host the 2026 Confederation of African Football (CAF) Awards in Lagos. The CAF Executive Committee formally approved the commercial nerve center of Nigeria as the host city for the prestigious annual celebration, locking in […]