2026 World Cup Play-offs: Jamaica edge New Caledonia, set Up DR Congo final clash
Jamaica moved a step closer to securing a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a narrow 1-0 victory over New Caledonia in the intercontinental play-off semi-final in Mexico on Friday.
The encounter, held...
Black Stars camp robbed in Austria ahead of friendly clash
A senior official of the Ghana national football team has confirmed that the team’s camp in Austria was recently targeted by thieves, resulting in the loss of valuable items.
According to the official, who spoke...
Iwobi nominated for Premier League player of the month
Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi has been shortlisted for the Premier League Player of the Month award for March after a series of standout performances for the London club.
The Nigeria international has grown into a...
Super Falcons star Nnadozie wins British Gas save of the month award
Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie has been recognised for her outstanding performances after winning the British Gas Save of the Month award.
The Nigerian international, who is on the books of Brighton & Hove Albion,...
South Africa launches bid to host 2036 or 2040 Olympic Games
South Africa has officially announced its intention to bid for the 2036 or 2040 Olympic and Paralympic Games, in what could mark a historic milestone for the African continent.
The bid, backed by the South...
D’Tigress set for Indiana Fever friendly ahead of World Cup
The Nigerian senior women’s basketball team, D'Tigress, will take on Indiana Fever in an international friendly scheduled for May 2, 2026, as part of their build-up to the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup.
The fixture...
Connecticut Sun appoint former D’Tigress star Nwagbo as director of player relations
The Connecticut Sun have announced the appointment of former D’Tigress player Chineze Nwagbo as their new Director of Player Relations.
Nwagbo, who represented Nigeria on the international stage, brings a wealth of experience to the...
Nwaiwu replaces injured Bassey for friendlies
Chibuike Nwaiwu has been called up to replace the injured Calvin Bassey in Nigeria’s squad for the upcoming international friendlies.
Bassey was forced to withdraw from the team on Wednesday after suffering a back injury,...
Veron Omba Mosengo to leave CAF March 29
The Secretary General of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Veron Omba Mosengo, is set to officially step down from his role on March 29, bringing an end to his tenure with the continental...
CAF executive committee meets to decide replacement for general secretary
The Executive Committee of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) will convene an emergency meeting this weekend to address key administrative and competition-related matters.
According to an official update from the body’s headquarters in Cairo,...