In a surprising shift that signals a changing of the guard in world football, the names of Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi are notably absent from the just-unveiled 30-man shortlist for the 2025 Ballon d’Or award. The announcement, made on Wednesday by France Football, has drawn attention across global football circles as it marks the
Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu has been nominated for the 2025 Ballon d’Or Women’s Team Coach of the Year award, marking a historic moment for Nigerian football. The prestigious nomination was announced on Thursday by the official Ballon d’Or organisers, placing Madugu among the world’s elite women’s football coaches. Madugu, 61, led Nigeria’s
In a moment of immense pride for Nigerian football, Super Falcons’ first-choice goalkeeper, Chiamaka Nnadozie, has been nominated for the 2025 Women’s Yachine Trophy, a prestigious category under the Ballon d’Or awards that recognises the most outstanding female goalkeeper in world football. The announcement places Nnadozie among the finest goalkeepers globally, further solidifying her status
Everton Football Club has reportedly initiated talks with Manchester City regarding a potential transfer deal for midfielder Jack Grealish. The Premier League side is said to be exploring opportunities to strengthen their squad ahead of the upcoming season by acquiring the talented playmaker. Sources close to the negotiations reveal that Everton have formally approached City
Nigeria’s women basketball team arrived in Abuja to a triumphant reception on Monday following their record-breaking fifth consecutive FIBA Women’s Afrobasket championship victory. The D’Tigress squad, led by coach Rena Wakama, touched down at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport with the championship trophy, greeted by cheering crowds, cultural performers and basketball fans celebrating their continental
KIGALI, August 4, 2025 Nigeria’s Amy Okonkwo has earned top honours at the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket Championship, being named the tournament’s Most Valuable Player (MVP) and securing a place on the prestigious Team of the Tournament. Okonkwo’s standout performance was instrumental in leading Nigeria’s D’Tigress to a historic fifth consecutive AfroBasket title, solidifying their
ABUJA, August 4, 2025 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has lauded Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, for their exceptional feat in clinching a fifth consecutive FIBA Women’s AfroBasket title, describing the victory as a moment of immense pride for the nation. In a congratulatory message shared via his official platform, the President wrote: “You did it,
Nigeria’s First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has praised the national women’s basketball team for securing a place in the 2025 FIBA Women’s Afrobasket championship final. In a social media post on Sunday, Mrs. Tinubu commended D’Tigress’ decade-long unbeaten run in the tournament, describing the players as inspirations for Nigerian girls and women. “Your commitment, dedication
President Bola Tinubu has extended enthusiastic congratulations to Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, for their sensational 75–68 semifinal win over Senegal at the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. The victory, achieved at Palais des Sports de Treichville, ensures Nigeria’s fifth consecutive appearance in the continental final and qualification for the 2026 FIBA
Newcastle United have secured England international Aaron Ramsdale on a season-long loan from Southampton, marking their third summer signing under manager Eddie Howe. The 27-year-old goalkeeper cited his previous successful partnership with Howe as decisive in joining the Magpies. “The gaffer turned me from a man into a professional footballer at Bournemouth,” Ramsdale said,
