Super Eagles caretaker coach Augustine Eguavoen has opted for a 4-3-3 formation for tonight’s crucial 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Libya. Stanley Nwabali from Chippa United is set to start between the posts as expected. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – Kassia Apologies to Toby Forge Has Protest … Read more
Bayelsa Queens and Heartland Queens have advanced to the quarterfinals of the 4th edition of the Betsy Obaseki Women’s Football Tournament (BOWFT), securing top positions in their respective groups. Bayelsa Queens dominated Group B, finishing with a perfect nine points after a commanding 4-0 victory over Espoir FC of Benin Republic at the University of … Read more
Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has become Norway’s all-time leading goalscorer at just 24, achieving the milestone in their Nations League victory over Slovenia. Haaland netted his 33rd international goal early in the match, equalling the record held by Jørgen Juve, who played in the 1920s and 1930s. He then surpassed Juve in the second … Read more
Bukayo Saka sustained an injury to his right leg during England’s 2-1 defeat to Greece at Wembley on Thursday. The Arsenal star was substituted in the 51st minute, with Chelsea’s Noni Madueke coming on to replace him. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – Kassia Apologies to Toby Forge Has Protest … Read more
England interim manager Lee Carsley’s all-out attacking approach backfired spectacularly as they suffered a shocking defeat to Greece in the UEFA Nations League at Wembley. Jude Bellingham’s 87th-minute strike appeared to salvage a lackluster England performance after Vangelis Pavlidis gave Greece a deserved lead with a clinical finish just four minutes into the second half. … Read more
Novak Djokovic praised long-time rival Rafael Nadal, saying his “legacy will live forever” following the Spanish tennis legend’s announcement of his retirement on Thursday. “Your tenacity, dedication, fighting spirit is going to be taught for decades. Your legacy will live forever,” 24-time Grand Slam title winner and fellow former world number one Djokovic wrote on … Read more
Former England manager Gareth Southgate has announced he will not return to coaching for at least a year. The 54-year-old stepped down after England’s loss to Spain in the Euro 2024 final in July. Southgate, who took charge of the Three Lions in 2016, led them to consecutive Euro finals and a fourth-place finish at … Read more
Manchester United right-back Noussair Mazraoui has undergone a minor precautionary procedure after experiencing heart palpitations. The 26-year-old was substituted at half-time during United’s goalless draw with Aston Villa on Sunday and subsequently withdrew from the Morocco squad for their upcoming Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. He is expected to be sidelined for a few weeks … Read more
Rafael Nadal, the 22-time Grand Slam champion, has announced that he will retire from tennis at the end of this season. The 38-year-old will make his final appearance representing Spain at next month’s Davis Cup Finals in Malaga. Nadal, who has struggled with injuries over the past two seasons, hinted last year that he might … Read more
The Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Enoh, has called on the Nigerian Super Eagles to aim for victory in their upcoming match against Libya. In a statement released by his spokesperson, Diana-Mary Nsan, on Thursday, Enoh also cautioned the team against complacency as they prepare to face the Mediterranean Knights in the 2025 Africa … Read more
Former Nigeria national team goalkeeper Peter Fregene is currently in critical condition and on life support at a hospital in Ohara, Delta State. This concerning news was revealed by Nigerian football legend Segun Odegbami, who shared the update on Wednesday and stressed the urgent need for prayers and support for the ailing ex-international. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
The much-anticipated 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier between Nigeria’s Super Eagles and Libya’s Mediterranean Knights is scheduled to take place at Akwa Ibom Stadium in Uyo. This match is a pivotal event in Group D, heralding the return of international football for fans across the continent. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part … Read more
The Ogun State Government has begun the reconstruction and renovation of the MKO Abiola International Stadium and the Alake Sports Centre, Ijeja, Abeokuta, in preparation for the 2024 National Sports Festival (NSF), known as the “Gateway Games.” During an inspection of the facilities, Commissioner for Sports Development, Hon. Wasiu Isiaka, assured that the renovation work … Read more
Super Eagles caretaker coach Augustine Eguavoen has emphasized that the team will give their all to secure maximum points in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double-header against Libya. Two victories would guarantee the Super Eagles a spot in the AFCON 2025 finals, set to be hosted by Morocco. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was … Read more
Super Eagles defender Ola Aina has expressed his ambition to win a trophy with Nigeria’s senior national team. The Nottingham Forest player, who is part of the squad set to face Libya in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier, shared his aspirations in an interview with Dangolo TV. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All … Read more
Former Sheffield United defender George Baldock has tragically passed away at the age of 31. The England-born Greece international was found unresponsive in the swimming pool of his home in Glyfada, a suburb in southern Athens. Despite police efforts to resuscitate him at the scene, Baldock could not be revived, and his death was later … Read more
Erling Haaland has no regrets about throwing the ball at Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes during Manchester City’s fiery Premier League draw last month. City managed to secure a point with a dramatic 99th-minute equalizer from John Stones, having played nearly an hour with just ten men. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the … Read more
Super Eagles caretaker coach Augustine Eguavoen now has all the invited players available to him ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double-header against Libya. Kelechi Iheanacho, Chidera Ejuke, and Bright Osayi-Samuel joined their teammates in camp on Wednesday. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – Kassia Apologies to … Read more
Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson is anticipated to be sidelined until at least mid-November due to a hamstring injury. The Brazil international sustained the injury during Saturday’s 1-0 victory over Crystal Palace and was substituted for Vitezslav Jaros in the 79th minute. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – Kassia Apologies to Toby … Read more
Super Eagles interim manager, Austin Eguavoen, has advised winger Samuel Chukwueze to be mindful of where he attempts to dribble ahead of Nigeria’s upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against Libya. In his remarks ahead of Friday’s match, Eguavoen specifically addressed Chukwueze, urging the AC Milan star to make smart decisions on the … Read more