AFCON 2025: Nwabali doubtful as injury threatens tournament participation
Nigeria goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali could miss the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations due to injury, dealing a potential blow to the Super Eagles’ preparations.
The Chippa United shot-stopper is currently battling ankle and hand injuries,...
CAF unveil ‘ASSAD’ as the official mascot for AFCON 2025
CAF and the Local Organising Committee have officially revealed ASSAD, the tournament’s new mascot – a powerful symbol inspired by Morocco’s iconic Atlas Lion.
Meaning “lion” in Arabic, Assad represents strength, pride and cultural authenticity,...
AFCON Friendly: FIFA regulation forces Nigeria vs Egypt clash shifted to December 16
The international friendly between Nigeria and Egypt ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations has been postponed following a new directive from world football governing body, FIFA.
FIFA ruled that clubs are permitted to...
AFCON 2025: Udinese set to release Okoye on December 14
Udinese head coach Kosta Runjaic has confirmed that goalkeeper Maduka Okoye will be released to Nigeria for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) on Saturday, December 14.
The confirmation follows FIFA’s recent directive allowing...
WSL: Nnadozie the heroine in Brighton victory
Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie delivered a standout performance as Brighton & Hove Albion secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over London City Lionesses on Sunday.
Kiko Seike scored the only goal of the match in...
AFCON 2025: Uganda arrives in Morocco ahead of group clash with Super Eagles
The Uganda Cranes have arrived in Morocco to begin preparations for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which kicks off in two weeks.
A first batch of 17 players landed in Morocco after boarding...
EPL: Man City close gap on Arsenal as Bournemouth hold Chelsea
Manchester City edged closer to Premier League leaders Arsenal after securing a routine 3-0 victory over Sunderland at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday.
The result moves Pep Guardiola’s side to 31 points, just two behind...
FIFA to introduce mid-game interviews at 2026 World Cup
In a groundbreaking move set to reshape football broadcasting, FIFA is preparing to introduce mid-game interviews during next year’s 2026 World Cup.
Under the new plan, managers and selected players will speak to broadcasters during...
French Super Cup: PSG, Marseille set for Kuwait showdown
The French Super Cup final between Paris Saint-Germain and Olympique Marseille has been scheduled to hold at the Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium in Kuwait, a venue with a capacity of 60,000.
The high-profile clash is...
Osimhen bags brace as Galatasaray edge Samsunspor in five-goal thriller
Turkish champions Galatasaray clinched a hard-fought 3–2 victory over Samsunspor on Friday, with Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen delivering a match-winning performance.
Galatasaray got off to a bright start when Leroy Sané opened the scoring in...