Former African Footballer of the Year Victor Ikpeba has expressed confidence that Victor Osimhen will surpass Rashidi Yekini’s long-standing record as Nigeria’s all-time top scorer. Osimhen moved closer to the milestone after netting a brace in the Super Eagles’ 2-0 victory over Rwanda in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier in Kigali. The Napoli striker’s
Zimbabwe captain Marshall Munetsi has declared that the Warriors are not in Nigeria for a holiday but to create their own history as they face the Super Eagles in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Tuesday at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo. Despite sitting at the bottom of Group C with just
Former Super Eagles striker Emmanuel Emenike has urged the national team not to dash the hopes of Nigerians after their crucial 2-0 victory over Rwanda in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The Super Eagles revived their qualifying campaign last Friday in Kigali, with Victor Osimhen’s brace securing a vital win under new coach Eric
Libya has come under renewed criticism over its treatment of visiting football teams following allegations of mistreatment of the South Sudan national football team at the airport. This latest controversy emerges just a year after Libya faced sanctions from the Confederation of African Football (CAF) for similar misconduct. In October 2024, Libya held Nigeria’s Super
Ednaldo Rodrigues has been re-elected as president of the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) after receiving unanimous support from the country’s football authorities. His reappointment was confirmed on Monday, with no opposition in the race following the withdrawal of former football star Ronaldo. Rodrigues will serve until 2030, backed by all 27 regional federations and the
The stage is set for the ICC U-19 Men’s World Cup Africa Qualifier, with teams arriving in Lagos ahead of the tournament’s kickoff on Friday, March 28, 2025. The event, which runs until April 6, will determine Africa’s sole representative at the 2026 ICC U-19 Men’s World Cup. Namibia became the first team to land in
Former Liverpool winger Jermaine Pennant has claimed that Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen would be a game-changer for Chelsea if the Premier League giants succeed in signing him this summer. Osimhen, who is currently on loan at Galatasaray from Napoli, has been heavily linked with a move to Stamford Bridge for the past two years. Despite
Barcelona’s teenage sensation Lamine Yamal delivered a mesmerizing performance for Spain in their dramatic Nations League quarter-final against the Netherlands, showcasing his electrifying talent while enduring a moment of frustration in a penalty shootout. The 17-year-old winger scored a stunning extra-time goal but saw his spot-kick saved as Spain edged past the Dutch 5-4 on
In a move to enhance transparency, referees will now explain VAR decisions directly to fans in the stadium and viewers at home during the Italian Cup semi-finals and final, Serie A announced on Monday. The initiative will be tested during the two-legged semi-finals—which include a highly anticipated Milan derby—and the final in May. Using new
The race for a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by the USA, Canada, and Mexico, intensifies as African teams enter a crucial phase in the qualifiers. With Matchday 6 underway, group leaders are looking to strengthen their positions while chasing teams fight to keep their qualification hopes alive. Nigeria’s Super Eagles, fresh
