FIFA to award $1 billion in prize money for 2025 Club World Cup
FIFA is set to distribute a record-breaking $1 billion in prize money for the 2025 Club World Cup, making it the largest payout in club football history for a seven-match format.
The global football governing...
Rangers fan dies in Istanbul before Europa League match
A Rangers supporter has tragically died in a road accident in Istanbul ahead of the club’s Europa League clash with Fenerbahce.
The Scottish club expressed its devastation over the incident, which occurred overnight before the...
CAF appoints Moroccan referee for Rwanda vs. Nigeria clash
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced the list of referees for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers across the continent.
For the crucial encounter between Rwanda and Nigeria, Moroccan referee Jayed Jalal has been...
Lyon coach suspended for nine months after confronting referee
Olympique Lyon coach Paulo Fonseca has been handed a lengthy suspension until November 30 by the LFP disciplinary committee following his heated altercation with referee Benoît Millot during Lyon’s match against Brest on Sunday.
In...
FIFA President Infantino confirms half-time show for 2026 World Cup Final
For the first time in World Cup history, the final of the 2026 tournament will feature a half-time show, FIFA President Gianni Infantino has announced.
Speaking on Wednesday, Infantino also revealed that Times Square will...
FIBA sets draw date for 2027 World Cup qualifiers
The International Basketball Federation (FIBA) has announced that the draw for the 2027 FIBA World Cup qualifiers will take place on May 13, 2025.
A total of 80 nations, including Nigeria's D'Tigers, secured their spots...
AFCON Controversy: Carragher admits his mistake
Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher has acknowledged his misstep in comments regarding the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
Carragher faced criticism after referring to AFCON as a "small tournament," sparking backlash over his choice of...
Nwaneri wins Arsenal’s player of the month award
Ethan Nwaneri, who is eligible to represent Nigeria, has been named Arsenal’s Player of the Month for February.
The 17-year-old forward secured the award ahead of Gabriel Magalhães, Jurrien Timber, and Mikel Merino, earning 54%...
Chelle names Ekong, Musa, Lookman, Osimhen, 35 others for Rwanda, Zimbabwe games
Head Coach Éric Sékou Chelle has named goalkeepers Stanley Nwabali and Adeleye Adebayo, defenders William Ekong, Calvin Bassey and Olaoluwa Aina, midfielders Alex Iwobi and Wilfred Ndidi, and forwards Ademola Lookman, Victor Osimhen and...
Adel Amrouche: Rwanda can qualify for the World Cup
Newly appointed Rwanda head coach, Adel Amrouche, remains optimistic about the Amavubi's chances of qualifying for the next FIFA World Cup.
Currently, Rwanda leads Group C, ahead of Nigeria, South Africa, Benin, Lesotho, and Zimbabwe....