The CAF Confederation Cup quarter-final draw has officially been conducted in Doha, Qatar, setting the stage for an intense knockout phase as top African clubs battle for continental glory.
Akpom clarified his decision to switch allegiance, explaining that it was not due to a lack of opportunities with England, but rather a desire to connect with his Nigerian heritage.
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has revealed that the draw ceremony for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will take place at the prestigious Mohammed V National Theatre in Rabat, Morocco, on Monday, January 27, 2025.
Nigeria remains in the 12th spot on the latest CAF coefficient table.
Nigerian football giants Enyimba have arrived in Egypt ahead of their crucial CAF Confederation Cup Group D match against Zamalek on Sunday.
The decision to reschedule the event was made after consultations with CAF’s technical and infrastructure experts
The Executive Committee of the Nigeria Football Federation has endorsed the recommendation of its Technical and Development Sub-Committee for the appointment of Mr. Éric Sékou Chelle as Head Coach
Enyimba FC secured their first group stage win in the CAF Confederation Cup
The home-based Super Eagles, also known as Super Eagles B, will commence their camping preparations for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) on Monday, January 8. Although the exact location of the team’s camp is yet to be confirmed, the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) is expected to announce the venue shortly. In the past, the…
Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman has been crowned the 2024 CAF Men’s Player of the Year, solidifying his status as one of Africa’s finest football talents. The 27-year-old clinched the prestigious award during a star-studded ceremony held in Marrakesh, Morocco, on Monday. Lookman emerged victorious in a competitive field that included Morocco’s Achraf Hakimi, Simon…
Atalanta BC President Antonio Percassi has dismissed any possibility of Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman leaving the club during the January transfer window, despite widespread interest from some of Europe’s biggest football teams. Lookman’s stellar form over the past season and into the current campaign has elevated him into the ranks of Europe’s most sought-after players….
Only Spain-based forward Sadiq Umar was being expected as Nigeria’s juggernaut rolled sturdily into the much-familiar environment of Stade Felix Houphouet-Boigny on Tuesday, with 22 players set for the team’s first training session ahead of a potentially-explosive Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against neighbours Benin Republic on Thursday. “We have 22 players, with only…
In a thrilling 2-0 victory at the Onikan Stadium, Ikorodu City triumphed over league leaders Rivers United, ending their nine-game unbeaten streak. A united team effort saw the squad rise to the challenge, with James Faith playing a crucial role in securing a clean sheet against the league leader.James Faith, who joined Ikorodu City this…
The latest FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking has been unveiled, and Nigeria is on the rise! The Super Eagles have jumped three places to 64th, thanks to their impressive performances in the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 qualifiers .Argentina maintains its position at the summit, but their lead over France and Spain has narrowed. The top…
The International Federation of Football History & Statistics (IFFHS) has unveiled its highly anticipated list of nominees for the 2024 awards. Among the illustrious 30-player shortlist are two Nigerian sensations, Ademola Lookman and Victor Osimhen. Lookman, who also made the Ballon d’Or shortlist, has been unstoppable in 2024. His pivotal performances propelled Atalanta to their…
Nigeria’s U17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, kicked off their FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup campaign in style, thrashing New Zealand 4-1 at the Cibao Stadium on Wednesday night, Center-kick.com, reports. Shakirat Moshood, Taiwo Adegoke, Faridat Abdulwahab, and Taiwo Afolabi scored for the Flamingos, securing a convincing win. Nigeria dominated from the start, with Moshood…
Nigerian international Olisa Ndah’s injury woes have dealt a significant blow to his club and country. Orlando Pirates confirmed the defender will miss the remainder of the year due to a tibia fracture, Centerkick.com reports. Ndah, suffered the injury in a September 24 Premiership clash with Polokwane City. This setback will keep him out of…
The delegation of Nigeria to Tuesday’s 2025 AFCON qualifier against Libya still remained at the Al Abraq Airport 12 hours after landing in Libya. The chartered ValueJet aircraft was, strangely and in a dangerous manner, diverted to the small airport away from Benghazi just as the pilot was completing his approach to the Benghazi Airport….
Head Coach Augustine Eguavoen has set as objective, the maximum six points from this month’s double header between the Super Eagles and Libya’s Mediterranean Knights in the teams’ group D attrition as the race to next year’s Africa Cup of Nations finals hots up. Nigeria host the first game at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo…
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has released the draws for the 2024/2025 Confederation Cup, pitting Nigeria’s Enyimba International against Egyptian giants Al Masry and Zamalek, alongside Mozambique’s Black Bulls, where the top two teams will proceed to the group stage of the competition. Full Draws Group A: Simba SC CS Sfaxien CS Constantine FC…