English Premier League footballer arrested in child sex inquiry
An English Premier League (EPL) footballer has been arrested on suspicion of child sex offences. The player was arrested on Friday and interviewed by police […]
Football
We didn’t take over Bodija Eid Ground, Oyo Govt insists
The Oyo State Government has explained that it took the decision to develop the 11,435.711-square-metre open field in Bodija as a recreation facility in order […]
Tokyo 2020: You carry hopes of millions, Osinbajo tells Team Nigeria
Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has urged the Nigerian team to the Tokyo 2020 Olympics to put in their best as they represent the hopes and […]
49 arrested, 19 police officers injured in London amid Euro 2020 final
Forty-nine people were arrested and 19 police officers were injured in London on Sunday under a policing operation for England’s Euro 2020 final against Italy […]
Nestle kids quiz competition: UBE Pasali emerges winner
UBE Primary School, Pasali in Kuje Area Council on Thursday emerges the winner of Nestlé for Healthier Kids (N4HK) Nutrition Quiz Competition, organised for primary […]
Sports Ministry appoints Mikel Obi as Ambassador
The Minister for Youths and Sports Development, Sunday Dare, on Friday commended the dedication of former Super Eagles Captain, John Mikel Obi. He also announced […]
Edo FA hands AITEO Cup ticket to Insurance FC
Edo State Football Association (FA) has picked defending champions Bendel Insurance FC of Benin to represent the state in this year’s AITEO Cup competition. The […]
We plan to take Super Eagles to Cameroon by sea for 2022 Nations’ Cup — LAGFERRY
The Lagos State Ferry Services (LAGFERRY) says it is planning to transport the Super Eagles to Cameroon by sea for the 2021 African Cup of […]
8 teams to light-up Enugu Aiteo Cup competition – official
Tony Ugwu, Chairman of Enugu State Football Federation (ENSFA) says the 2021 State Aiteo Cup competition will begin on June 10 at the Nnamdi Azikiwe […]
5 Nigerians picked for CAF Women’s Champions League qualifying tournament
Ruth David of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and four other Nigerians have been picked as officials for the West African qualifying tournament for the […]
Govt. suspends management, coaches of Osun United
Osun Government has suspended the management and coaches of Osun United Football Club of Osogbo over the club’s poor performance in the ongoing 2020/2021 Nigeria […]
Academy sensitises young footballers on dangers of child trafficking
The Mees Palace Football Academy (MPFA), Jos, has organised a sensitisation programme for young footballers of the academy on the dangers of child trafficking.The event […]
Relaxation spots in Kaduna record boom amidst NLC strike
Owners of relaxation spots in parts of Kaduna are recording increase in patronage in spite of the ongoing strike by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) […]
Musa, 3 other home-based players listed in provisional squad for Cameroon friendly
The number of home-based players now getting the attention of Super Eagles’ Technical Adviser Gernot Rohr appears to be increasing as four of them were […]
UEFA Champions League final moved to Porto from Istanbul
The 2020/2021 UEFA Champions League final match between Manchester City and Chelsea on May 29 has been moved from Istanbul to Porto, European football ruling […]
I never let outside noise affect my managerial decision, Mourinho says
Former Tottenham manager Jose Mourinho insists he does not let outside noise affect his managerial decisions as he prepares to take over at AS Roma. […]
Association, Kwara Govt. to revive baseball, softball sports
U.S.-based International Sports Association (ISA) in partnership with the Kwara state government has begun programmes to revive baseball and softball games e in Nigeria. Jason […]
Enugu commissioner says, Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium can host international matches
Mr Manfred Nzekwe, Enugu State Commissioner for Youths and Sports, has said that the facilities at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, were functional and up to […]
Mohammmed says Wikki Tourists’ poor performance in NPFL worrying
Gov. Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has expressed his worry over the poor performance of Wikki Tourists Football Club in the ongoing 2020/2021 Nigeria Professional […]
Enugu FA announces date for Under-13 semi finals
Sunday Ugwu, the Secretary of Enugu State Football Association, says the semi finals of the maiden edition of Chidi Ofo-Okenwa Under-13 Football Tournament will hold […]
Council boss tasks youths on sporting activities
Chairman of Kuje Area Council in FCT, Abdullahi Sabo, has called on youths to devote more time to sporting activities to develop their mental and […]
Mourinho sacked as Tottenham Manager- ESPN
Tottenham have sacked Jose Mourinho after 17 months in charge, the club have confirmed. Spurs announced the decision on Monday morning, less than 12 hours […]
Edo Queens optimistic of qualification for CAF women’s championship
Edo Queens Women Football Club’s Coordinator, Sabina Chikere, says the team are optimistic of doing well at the Super 6 tournament in Ijebu-Ode. Chikere told […]
Manchester City into first UCL semi-finals under Guardiola, Real Madrid also through
Phil Foden got the winner again as Manchester City beat Borussia Dortmund 2-1 on Wednesday to reach the 2020/2021 UEFA Champions League semi-finals. It was […]
Golden Stars FC targets Chidi Ofo-Okenwa’s U-13 maiden trophy – official
Lofty Uche, the coach of Golden Stars FC of New Layout says he craves to win the median edition of Chidi Ofo-Okenwa U-13 football tournament […]