World Cup group is tricky, unpredictable, declares Hugo Broos by: Lanre Tinuolaji The coach of the senior national team of South African Bafana Banana, Hugo Broos has said that Group C of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers is a tricky Group, unpredictable, and should not be underrated. The group comprises Lesotho, Rwanda, Benin, South Africa, … Continue reading World Cup group is tricky, unpredictable, declares Hugo Broos
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Dominican Republic 2024: Flamingos to fly into Monrovia on Thursday
Dominican Republic 2024: Flamingos to fly into Monrovia on Thursday by: Lanre Tinuolaji The delegation of Nigeria’s U17 girls, Flamingos, will fly into the Liberian capital, Monrovia, on Thursday ahead of Sunday’s FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup final qualifying fixture, first leg encounter against their Liberian counterparts. To reach this stage, the 2022 World Cup … Continue reading Dominican Republic 2024: Flamingos to fly into Monrovia on Thursday
Okey Obi, NFF Integrity Officer, Endorses SWAN Group
Okey Obi, NFF Integrity Officer, Endorses SWAN Group By: Lanre Tinuolaji The Integrity Officer of the Nigeria Football Federation, Barrister Okey Obi, has endorsed the activities of sports crusaders known as Integrity Group. Barrister Obi who received the group in his office at the headquarters of the NFF, on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, urged the … Continue reading Okey Obi, NFF Integrity Officer, Endorses SWAN Group
Colombia 2024: Danjuma says girls fear no team, as draw holds in Bogotá
Colombia 2024: Danjuma says girls fear no team, as draw holds in Bogotá By: Lanre Tinuolaji Coach Chris Musa Danjuma has assured that the Nigeria U20 girls, Falconets, have no fears as the draw ceremony for this year’s FIFA U20 World Cup finals takes place in the Colombian capital, Bogotá on Wednesday. “We have no … Continue reading Colombia 2024: Danjuma says girls fear no team, as draw holds in Bogotá
EPL: Liverpool remain on top, as Manchester City pips Wolverhampton Wanderers
Liverpool remained on top of the English Premier League table after a 2-1 win over Chelsea while Manchester City came from a goal down to beat Wolverhampton Wanderers 2-1. In a scintillating match at Anfield, Chelsea started strongly but Cole Palmer missed a big chance to open the scoring. Moments later, Liverpool shouted for a … Continue reading EPL: Liverpool remain on top, as Manchester City pips Wolverhampton Wanderers
Como elevates Varane to board member
Newly promoted Italian Serie A side Como 1907 has elevated former France International Raphael Varane as a board member of the club. Recently retired from professional football, Varane will bring his experience and leadership to this new role, marking the next chapter of his career off the pitch. Varane will collaborate with Osian Roberts, Como … Continue reading Como elevates Varane to board member
Cole Palmer named player of the year for England
Cole Palmer has won the award as player of the year for the English national team. The award is decided on the basis of votes from English fans and Chelsea player got more votes Last year the award went to Bukayo Saka, but this year it was Palmer's turn to grab the award. The 22-year-old … Continue reading Cole Palmer named player of the year for England
Colombia 2024: Nigeria scoop three points after 1-0 defeat of Korea Republic
Colombia 2024: Nigeria scoop three points after 1-0 defeat of Korea Republic by: Lanre Tinuolaji A brilliant late goal by Flourish Sabastine in Bogota earned Nigeria all the three points at the expense of Korea Republic and put the Falconets in a good position to reach the Round of 16 at the 11th FIFA U20 … Continue reading Colombia 2024: Nigeria scoop three points after 1-0 defeat of Korea Republic
GTI assures on NPFL live coverage
Strategic partners to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), GTI Asset management and trust limited, has assured teeming soccer fans across the globe that all arrangements are in place regarding the live-streaming of NPFL matches ahead of the 2024/2025 season. GTI Head of Media and Publicity, Andrew Ekejiuba confirmed the development to journalists in Lagos … Continue reading GTI assures on NPFL live coverage
Colombia 2024: Falconets prepare to fly over Australia in friendly
Nigeria’s U20 girls, Falconets, have now fully recovered from their long trip to Colombia and are now set to confront their counterparts from Australia, in the first of two friendly matches organized by the Nigeria Football Federation to ensure team readiness for the FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup taking place in that country, 31stAugust – … Continue reading Colombia 2024: Falconets prepare to fly over Australia in friendly