Messi, Yamal Nominated for 2026 Ballon d’Or
Eight-time Ballon d’Or winner Lionel Messi and Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal have been named among the 30 nominees for the 2026 men’s Ballon d’Or.
FIFA, CAF Plan Joint Visit to Nigeria Over NFF Crisis
The leadership crisis in the Nigeria Football Federation has taken a new turn, with FIFA and the Confederation of African Football set to send a joint delegation to Nigeria to…
D’Tigress Crushed by France, Exit 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup
Nigeria’s D’Tigress have been eliminated from the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup after suffering a heavy 111-56 defeat to France in their final group-stage match in Berlin, Germany.
Edo Queens Win WAFU-B Women’s Champions League Title
Edo Queens have won the WAFU-B Women’s Champions League title after a dramatic comeback against Ghanaian champions Ampem Darkoa Ladies in Saturday’s final in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso.
Governor Makinde Approves Two Buses for Shooting Stars
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has approved the immediate release of two buses—a 32-seater and an 18-seater—to Shooting Stars Sports Club of Ibadan to support the club’s activities.
Osimhen Scores Fifth Goal, Suffers Injury in Galatasaray’s 3-2 Win
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen scored his fifth goal of the season before being forced off with an injury as Galatasaray edged Istanbul Basaksehir 3-2 on Friday.
Falconets Arrive Poland, Target First U-20 Women’s World Cup Title
Nigeria’s Falconets have arrived in Poland for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup with one clear objective — to finally win the title after twice finishing runners-up
Manchester City Sign Enzo Fernández From Chelsea for Record £125m
Manchester City have completed the signing of Argentine midfielder Enzo Fernández from Chelsea for a reported £125 million, matching the British transfer record and making him one of the most…
FIFA Accepts Resignations of Former NFF Officials, Federation Says
The Nigerian Football Federation says world football governing body FIFA has formally accepted the resignations of its former principal officers and members of the federation’s Executive Committee.
Osun Government Raises Alarm Over Fake Sports Trust Fund Website
The Osun State Government has warned members of the public against a fraudulent website being circulated as the official “Osun State Sports Trust Fund.”