If We Sack Peseiro Over Poor Performances, We Don’t Have Money To Pay Him Off — NFF
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) would fire coach Jose Peseiro if they had the money to pay him off after two poor performances in World Cup qualifiers, according to executive committee member Nse Essien. Nigeria’s qualification for the 2026 World Cup is already in serious jeopardy after they managed only two draws in their first two qualifiers against Lesotho and...
Ogun Footballer Slumps, Dies During Training
A footballer identified as Sodiq Adebisi has died after he reportedly slumped during a training session at the Dipo Dina International Stadium, Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State. The player was undergoing training along with other footballers on Saturday when the incident happened. Seeing the 34-year-old fall to the ground, his teammates reportedly rushed him to a state hospital in Ijebu-Ode. However, after spirited efforts...
Super Eagles’ Osimhen Gifts Young Ivorian Fan N2.5m
Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen, has gifted N2.5 million to a young boy for emulating his skills and appearance. The fan, who donned a mask reminiscent of Osimhen’s, became an internet sensation after a video showcasing his football talents went viral. On Tuesday, popular Instagram blogger, Tunde Ednut, initially shared the clip, which featured the boy skillfully mimicking Osimhen’s football prowess. After...
2026 WCQ: Super Eagles Camp Opens On Monday
The Super Eagles will open camp for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying fixtures against South Africa and Benin Republic in Uyo, next Monday. All the 23 invited players and the coaches are expected to arrive in camp on the same day. Finidi George’s side will entertain the Bafana Bafana at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, on Friday, June 7. The...
Finidi George Quits As Super Eagles Coach
Super Eagles head coach, Finidi George, has resigned after a poor run of games in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The former Nigerian international confirmed his resignation to Channels Television on Saturday. “Yes, it is true. I have resigned,” he wrote in response to enquiries. However, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is yet to react to this development. George led the Eagles to...
Finidi George Lands Technical Manager Job At Rivers UTD After Quitting Eagles
Barely a month after his resignation as the coach of the Super Eagles, Finidi George has taken up the role of technical manager for the NPFL side, Rivers United. During his brief and eventful tenure as the head of the Eagles, George’s 1-1 draw against South Africa in Uyo and a 2-1 loss to the Benin Republic in Abidjan put...
‘We Need A Striker’ – Mikel Obi Begs Chelsea To Sign Osimhen
John Mikel Obi has urged Chelsea to go all out and sign Victor Osimhen this summer, ABN TV learnt. Osimhen has been linked with a move to Stamford Bridge this summer with the Blues reportedly interested in signing him on loan with a buy option. The forward’s high salary and Napoli’s objection to the buy option has proven to be a...
Iranian Footballer Summoned After Hugging Female Fan
Iranian football’s ethics body has summoned a professional player after he hugged a female fan prior to a match in the domestic league, local media reported. “The ethics committee of the Football Federation of Iran has summoned Ramin Rezaeian,” Tasnim local news agency reported on Friday. Rezaeian, who plays for the Tehran giants Esteghlal and Iran’s national team, embraced the fan...
Edo 2020: Team Abia Will Sweep The Medals — Ikpeazu Vows
Abia state Governor, Dr Okezie Ikpeazu has formally received the torch of unity If the national sports festival, Edo 2020. Receiving the torch from the Abia State commissioner for sports, Emeka Ikwuagwu at the Government House, Umuahia, Governor Ikpeazu said the torch signifies the willingness and determination of the state to participate in the sports festival. He said that Abia is...
My Parents Couldn’t Afford DSTv, GOtv, Others — Ighalo
Manchester United striker, Odion Ighalo, has revealed how he used his lunch money to watch his boyhood club at viewing centers because his parents couldn’t afford to pay for sports channels. The former Watford player was signed by Olé Gunnar Solskjaer from Shanghai Shenhua following a hip injury to Marcus Rashford. Ighalo, who described his move to Old Trafford as a...
