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FIFA Sanctions Nigeria, DR Congo Over Fan Misconduct During World Cup Playoff

NewsDeskNgMar 16, 2026March 16, 20260

FIFA fines Nigeria and DR Congo over fan misconduct, while Nigeria’s protest over alleged ineligible Congolese players remains unresolved. FIFA has sanctioned Nigeria and the Democratic Republic of the Congo following crowd-related incidents during their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying playoff in November, with both football federations fined for breaches...

Lampard : Frank Onyeka Brings Premier League Experience And ‘Know-How’ To Coventry

NewsDeskNgMar 7, 2026March 7, 20260

Super Eagles’ Frank Onyeka brings Premier League experience and leadership to Coventry City promotion push, manager Frank Lampard says. Frank Lampard says Frank Onyeka has brought valuable Premier League experience and “knowhow” to Coventry City as the club pushes for promotion to the Premier League. The Nigerian international joined the...

Anthony Joshua Targeting July Return But Won’t Fight Tyson Fury Next Following Fatal Car Crash, Promoter Says

NewsDeskNgFeb 20, 2026February 20, 20260

Anthony Joshua is eyeing a July return after fatal car crash, but Tyson Fury will not be his next opponent Former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua is aiming for a return to the ring in July following his recovery from a devastating car crash in December, but a long-anticipated showdown with...

Raheem Sterling Signs With Feyenoord After Leaving Chelsea, Eyes Eredivisie Success

NewsDeskNgFeb 13, 2026February 13, 20260

Raheem Sterling leaves Chelsea and signs with Feyenoord, bringing Premier League experience and attacking firepower to the Eredivisie. Raheem Sterling has officially signed with Dutch giants Feyenoord on a deal running until the end of the season, following his departure from Chelsea by mutual consent. The former England international, 31,...

Tottenham Sack Thomas Frank After Eight Months Amid Relegation Fears

NewsDeskNgFeb 11, 2026February 11, 20260

Tottenham sack Thomas Frank after eight months in charge with club 16th and sliding toward relegation zone. Thomas Frank has been sacked as Tottenham Hotspur head coach after just 8 months in charge, with the club 16th in the Premier League and hovering 5 points above the relegation zone. Spurs...

𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗚𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗮: 𝗔𝘄𝘂𝘁𝘂 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝗻𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗙𝗜𝗙𝗔 𝗕𝗮𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻

NewsDeskNgJan 25, 2026January 25, 20260

Ghana has recorded another remarkable milestone on the international sports stage as Lance Corporal Rita Boateng Nkansah, a prison officer at Awutu Camp Prison, has been awarded a FIFA badge, qualifying her to officiate international football matches during the 2026 season. The achievement places L/Cpl. Nkansah among an elite group...

Senegal beats Morocco to win AFCON 2025

NewsDeskNgJan 19, 2026January 19, 20260

Senegal were crowned AFCON 2025 champions after a dramatic final that saw them edge past Morocco in a tense, high quality encounter. From the opening whistle, both sides traded sharp attacks and disciplined defending, but it was Senegal who struck first, capitalizing on a moment of hesitation at the back...

We’re still proud of you- FG to Super Eagles

NewsDeskNgJan 15, 2026January 15, 20260

The Federal Government says it is still proud of the performance of Super Eagles in spite of gallantly losing to Morocco on penalties in the 2025 African Cup of Nation (AFCON). This was contained in a statement by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, on Thursday...

NPFL: Nasarawa Utd to host Kano Pillars behind closed doors

NewsDeskNgJan 14, 2026January 14, 20260

Nasarawa United FC has confirmed that their NPFL matchday 20 fixture against Kano Pillars will be played behind closed doors due to ongoing stadium renovations. Mr Eche Amos, the club’s Media Director, confirmed this in a statement on Tuesday briefing to newsmen in Lafia. “We wish to notify our supporters...

Official: Ahmed Musa Retires from Nigeria Duties

NewsDeskNgDec 17, 2025December 17, 20250

Ahmed Musa, Nigeria’s most capped international footballer, has officially announced his retirement from the Super Eagles, bringing an end to an illustrious career that spanned almost 15 years. The Super Eagles captain announced in an emotional post shared on X (formerly Twitter), thanking Nigerians for their unwavering support throughout his...