Tag: soccer

Nov
11

SB LFC, Emaljus, Dominion Hotspur, Others Ready for Quarterfinals

The stage is set for the quarter finals of the 1xBET Community Cup, as eight teams prepare for intense battles at the prestigious Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos. The competition promises high stakes, as teams vie for the grand prize […]

Nov
11

RB Leipzig target Nigerian centre-back Benjamin Fredrick in €1.5m deal

A move to German football may be on the horizon for Nigeria’s rising defender Benjamin Fredrick. According to recent reports, RB Leipzig are weighing up an offer of around €1.5 million, plus a 15 per cent sell-on clause, to secure […]

Nov
11

Fatimah Oloko’s journey: From family opposition to NWFL stardom

Fatimah Oloko, a rising star in the Nigeria Women’s Football League NWFL, has shared her journey of overcoming family opposition to achieve her dream of becoming a professional footballer. In a heartfelt interview, Oloko revealed that her family initially disapproved […]

Nov
11

Uche features as Crystal Palace edge AZ Alkmaar in Europa Conference League

Christantus Uche featured briefly for Crystal Palace as they secured a 3-1 victory over AZ Alkmaar in the UEFA Europa Conference League. The Nigerian international entered the match as a substitute in the 86th minute, replacing Jean‑Philippe Mateta. This marked […]

Nov
11

Gateway United Rebrands as ‘Gateway FC’ Ahead of 2025/26 Campaign

Ahead of the 2025/26 season, Gateway United of Abeokuta has officially changed its name to Gateway FC. The club’s management stated that the move forms part of a broad restructuring effort aimed at modernising its identity and aligning with international […]

Nov
10

Wikki Tourists’ Coach Celebrates Players After Decisive 4-1 Victory

Azeez Audu, the head coach of Wikki Tourists, has praised his team’s performance following their convincing 4-1 win over Mighty Jets. This victory is crucial as it enhances Wikki Tourists’ chances of qualifying for the Super Eight playoffs and potentially […]

Nov
10

Chioma Ubogagu Joins Dallas Trinity FC

Nigerian-American forward Chioma Ubogagu has signed with USL Super League team Dallas Trinity FC. Ubogagu, formerly of Orlando Pride, brings a wealth of experience having played for notable clubs such as Tottenham Hotspur, Arsenal, Brisbane Roar, Houston Dash, and Real […]

Nov
10

William Ekong Scores Decisive Goal for PAOK in Champions League Playoffs

William Ekong scored the crucial goal for PAOK, securing a 3-2 victory over Bosnian club Borac in the UEFA Champions League second round first leg qualifier. PAOK initially took a 2-0 lead, but Borac managed to equalize before halftime. Ekong […]

Nov
10

Enyimba Faces Setback in NPFL Title Defense After Point Deduction

Enyimba’s campaign to defend their Nigerian Professional Football League NPFL title has encountered a significant hurdle. The team has been docked two points following a controversial match against Doma United, which now records a goalless draw instead of a 1-0 […]

Nov
10

Enyimba Faces Setback in NPFL Title Defense After Point Deduction

Enyimba’s campaign to defend their Nigerian Professional Football League NPFL title has encountered a significant hurdle. The team has been docked two points following a controversial match against Doma United, which now records a goalless draw instead of a 1-0 […]