World Indoor Champs: VISA Issues Deplete Team Nigeria
Visa problems have already hurt Nigeria's chances of competing in the 2025 World Athletics Indoor in Nanjing, China, as fewer athletes have registered with the Athletics Federation of Nigeria. The event is set to take place in Nanjing, China, from Friday (today) till Sunday, March 23. The World Athletics had published names of 10 Nigerian athletes for the meet earlier this...
Super Eagles Set To Work With New Coach – Ekong
As the Super Eagles embark on a new journey under the Franco-Malian tactician with the 2026 World Cup qualifying match against Rwanda in Kigali on Friday (today), captain William Troost-Ekong says the players are excited to work with new coach Eric Chelle. This is according to PUNCH Sports Extra. Following his appointment in January, Chelle will lead the team for...
Barcelona To Stay At Olympic Stadium Amid Camp Nou Upgrades
Barcelona announced Thursday that they will play the remainder of their home matches this season at the Olympic Stadium as construction work on the Camp Nou rebuild continues. The La Liga leaders had hoped to return to their stadium before the end of the season, after already pushing back plans to play in the Camp Nou before the end of...
Ekong Keen To Restore Eagle’s W’Cup Hopes With Rwanda Win
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has expressed determination to secure a crucial victory against Rwanda in Friday’s World Cup qualifier at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali, insisting that the team is focused on restoring Nigeria’s campaign. "We read about that in some places, but we are not bothered. I was part of the last game in Kigali, which ended scoreless, but...
”Milan Reignite Onyedika Interest” — Report
Serie A giants AC Milan have reignited their pursuit of Super Eagles midfielder Raphael Onyedika ahead of the summer transfer window. The Rossoneri, seven-time UEFA Champions League winners, have reportedly opened discussions with Club Brugge as they look to bring the Nigerian midfielder to Italy. Milan had previously shown interest in Onyedika last summer but failed to meet Club Brugge’s €24m valuation. According...
New Eagles Squad Excites Wizkid
Nigerian Afrobeats star Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has expressed his satisfaction with the Super Eagles’ preparation ahead of their 2026 World Cup qualifier against Rwanda in Kigali. The team, now under the leadership of newly appointed head coach Eric Chelle, held its first training session on Tuesday afternoon. Reacting to the new squad, Wizkid took to his X handle on...
”Frightening Eagles Must Not Underrate Rwanda” – Ikpeba
Former African Footballer of The Year, Victor Ikpeba, has warned the Super Eagles not to be carried away by their forms ahead of their crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier clash against Rwanda in Kigali on Friday. Nigeria are campaigning in Group C of the qualifying series and they risk missing out on the 2026 World Cup, set to be co-hosted...
Osimhen On United’s Four-man Striker Shortlist
Nigerianstriker Victor Osimhen has been included on Manchester United’s four-man striker shortlist for the summer transfer window as the Premier League giants look to bolster their attacking options. The Red Devils are expected to delve into the transfer market to bolster their forward options after seeing Joshua Zirkzee and Rasmus Hojlund struggle to find their best form this season. Zirkzee has...
Super Eagles Expand Squad To 22 Players Ahead Of World Cup Qualification Matches
Nigeria is quickly filling the Super Eagles camp as they get ready for their pivotal 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against Rwanda and Zimbabwe. As of Tuesday morning, 21 players had arrived at the team’s camp, with only Sadiq Umar and Alhassan Yusuf yet to join. The first batch of players, including Victor Osimhen, Bruno Onyemaechi, Papa Daniel Mustapha, Kayode...
Messi Suffers Injury As Argentina Aims For World Cup Spot
Lionel Messi sustained a groin strain during Inter Miami's victory over Atlanta over the weekend, and his club confirmed on Monday that he will miss Argentina's World Cup qualifying matches this month. Messi was left out of Argentina’s squad for the world champions’ clash against Uruguay on Friday, which is followed by a showdown with Brazil on March 25. Inter Miami...
