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Plymouth striker Oseni shocked by Nigeria call-up

Plymouth Argyle striker Owen Oseni has described his maiden Super Eagles call-up as a moment of disbelief, saying he never imagined the Nigeria national team would come calling after a season in...... Read more AFCON 2027: Udeze warns Chelle not to underestimate opponents

Former Super Eagles defender Ifeanyi Udeze has urged Nigeria not to take any opponent lightly in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, warning that complacency could prove costly after the...... Read more Nigeria call-up boosted my confidence – Alebiosu

Super Eagles defender Ryan Alebiosu has reflected on the 2025/26 season, revealing that his national team invitation ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations boosted his confidence during a turbulent campaign...... Read more First Eagles invite thrills Rangers’ Oputa

Enugu Rangers fullback Chibueze Oputa has described his maiden Super Eagles call-up as a moment of deep gratitude, vowing to make Nigeria proud at the 2026 Unity Cup in London later this...... Read more AFCON qualifiers: Nigeria face Madagascar, Tanzania, G’Bissau

Nigeria have been drawn against familiar foes in Group L of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, where they will face Madagascar, co-hosts Tanzania and Guinea-Bissau for a place at...... Read more EFN, NUC move to integrate esports into Nigerian varsitie

The Esports Federation of Nigeria and the National Universities Commission have begun discussions on integrating a structured academic esports framework into Nigerian universities, in a move both parties say could position...... Read more Bassey Africa’s best defender – Osimhen

Victor Osimhen has named Fulham’s Calvin Bassey as the best African defender, while also highlighting Tottenham Hotspur’s Cristian Romero among the toughest opponents he has faced in his career, PUNCH Sports Extra report. The...... Read more Finidi targets NPFL title after CAFCL ticket

Finidi George has shifted focus to winning the Nigeria Premier Football League title after guiding Rivers United to qualification for next season’s CAF Champions League, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Rivers United secured their continental...... Read more Akwa governor almost stopped Uyo pitch maintenance – Gusau

Nigeria Football Federation president Ibrahim Gusau has expressed concern over the country’s football infrastructure, saying the Super Eagles and other national teams continue to suffer from a lack of suitable stadiums...... Read more Nnadozie books final spot as Ajibade, Echegini lose title in France

Nigerian footballers across Europe enjoyed mixed fortunes over the weekend, with some securing cup final tickets, league titles and crucial goals, while others suffered heartbreak in major finals. ABIODUN ADEWALE reports ENGLAND...... Read more Ejuke gets ‘Jay-Jay’ nickname amid EPL links

Spanish publication AS has nicknamed Sevilla winger Chidera Ejuke ‘Jay-Jay’ after Nigerian legend Jay-Jay Okocha, following a dazzling display against Real Sociedad that earned him rare praise from his coach and renewed...... Read more 2030 Commonwealth Games Podium Target: NOC President Hails Netball Revival

The Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), has officially thrown its weight behind the newly inaugurated Nigeria Netball Federation, marking a strategic return for a sport with deep historical roots in the country. ...... Read more Oyebanji labels Oyebode football tourney talent pipeline

Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has described the annual Professor Akin Oyebode Football Tournament as a structured grassroots talent pipeline that complements government efforts in sports development. Oyebanji made this known...... Read more 3SC’s Adegoke shines as Chelle scouts NPFL players

Qamar Adegoke scored his 10th goal of the season on Sunday, rising to the occasion with the winner as Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle was on ground to watch Shooting Stars...... Read more Nigeria open African wrestling champs with four gold medals

Nigeria made a dominant start to the African Senior Wrestling Championships in Alexandria, sweeping four gold medals on the opening day of the women’s events on Friday, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The...... Read more Ecobank, NCF Set for 2026 National Schools Team Chess Championship

All arrangements have been concluded for the 2026 Ecobank National Schools Team Chess Championship, organised in partnership with the Nigeria Chess Federation. The highly anticipated third edition is scheduled for May...... Read more Nwabali’s Simba move collapses

Stanley Nwabali’s expected move to Simba SC has fallen through after both sides failed to agree on personal terms. The development is a setback for the Super Eagles goalkeeper, who has been...... Read more NOC unveils Olympafrica Centre, Lagos sports estate

The Nigeria Olympic Committee on Wednesday commissioned the Olympafrica Centre in Amuwo Odofin, Lagos, and broke ground on the Olympic Estate, a residential development project that will sit on the same...... Read more Falcons to discover 2028 Olympics route today

Nigeria’s Super Falcons will discover their path to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games today when the Confederation of African Football conducts the draw for the women’s Olympic qualifying tournament in Cairo,...... Read more Flamingos thrash Nazareth 7-0 in W’Cup qualifier prep

Nigeria’s U-17 women’s team, the Flamingos, continued their impressive preparations for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers with a commanding 7–0 victory over Nazareth Queens in Abuja, extending their winning...... Read more Lagos SWAN Rejects Aaron Akerejola's Acting Chairman Claim

The Executive Council of the Sports Writers Association Of Nigeria (SWAN) Lagos State Chapter, under the leadership of Ambassador Olatutu Oladunni, has issues a public notice to disclaim Aaron Akerejola for...... Read more NOC Commends NSSF, Backs school Volleyball Champs

The Nigeria Olympic Committee has lauded the Nigeria School Sport Federation for its successful hosting of the 2nd National School Volleyball Championships, pledging continued support for future editions. The four-day tournament, held...... Read more Enugu Rangers Wins State Federations Cup, Defeat In Gas FC 2-1, In Finals

RANGERS International Football Club of Enugu on Saturday defeated Ingas FC also of Enugu by 2-1, in the Finals of the 2026 Enugu State President Federation’s Cup. The first half of...... Read more Adams calls for urgent reset in Nigerian football

Akor Adams has called for a decisive reset in Nigerian football, urging stakeholders to shift from regret to responsibility following the Super Eagles’ failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup....... Read more Playing for Nigeria felt like playing for Real Madrid – Arokodare

Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare opens up on his Nigeria debut joy, AFCON omission, Wolves’ relegation pressure and racist abuse he has faced, while offering solidarity with injured teammate Victor Boniface...... Read more