The Handball Federation of Nigeria (HFN) has confirmed Umuahia, Abia State, as the host city for this year’s National Under-12 and Under-15 Handball Championships. The weeklong event is scheduled to run from March 18 to March 25, with teams expected to arrive and undergo mandatory age verification screenings on March 18 and 19. Competitive matches
Bayelsa State Commissioner for Sports Development, Daniel Igali, has called on the National Sports Commission and the Main Organising Committee of the National Sports Festival in Ogun State to include traditional wrestling known as “Kuwa” and canoeing as part of the events for the festival. Igali made the call when he received Bayelsa athletes who represented
Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has thrown his weight behind the South West Games 2025, describing the tournament as a revolutionary initiative that will unlock unprecedented opportunities for youth empowerment and socio-economic development in the region. Governor Adeleke gave this endorsement while receiving the president of the South West Games 2025, Lanre Alfred, and
The English Premier League returns this weekend with pivotal fixtures across Saturday, 15th March, and Sunday, 16th March 2025, as teams jostle for European qualification, survival, and pride. With the title race all but sealed by Liverpool (70 points), focus shifts to the tight battle for the top four and the desperate scramble to avoid
Round of 16 First Leg Highlights(March 6th)The opening leg of the UEFA Europa League Round of 16 delivered thrilling encounters, setting the stage for dramatic second-leg deciders: AZ Alkmaar 1–0 Tottenham Hotspur: A narrow victory for the Dutch side, putting Spurs under pressure. Fenerbahce 1–3 Rangers: The Scottish giants secured a commanding away win in
The UEFA Conference League delivered a thrilling spectacle across its two-legged Round of 16 ties, with late drama, extra-time heroics, and a penalty shootout deciding the fate of several teams. Here’s a full breakdown of the results and key moments from an unforgettable week of European football. Chelsea edged FC Copenhagen 2-1 in Denmark, with
Story By Abideen Adenekan In the heart of Ogun State, Nigeria, a football club clad in sky blue has etched its name into the fabric of Nigerian football through resilience, reinvention, and relentless ambition. Remo Stars Football Club, nicknamed the Sky Blue Stars, is more than just a team—it’s a testament to the power of
Attacking midfielder Nathan Tella has been replaced by KAA Gent’s Jordan Torunarigha for the upcoming FIFAWorld Cup Qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe. The Super Eagles head Coach, Éric Chelle made the decision to replace the Bayer Leverkusen attacker after suffering muscular discomfort ahead of the club’s 2-0 defeat to their league rivals Bayern Munich in
As the Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL) enters a pivotal phase, this weekend’s fixtures promise fireworks with high-stakes clashes at both ends of the table. League leaders Remo Stars aim to solidify their grip on the summit, while strugglers like Sunshine Stars and Lobi Stars fight desperately to escape the drop. Here’s your guide to
Liverpool’s hopes for the upcoming Cup final against Newcastle United have been dealt a significant blow as Trent Alexander-Arnold faces a potential injury setback. The Reds were eliminated from their recent tournament after a hard-fought match that ended in a 4-1 penalty shootout loss at Anfield on Tuesday. However, the primary concern now revolves around
