Nigeria’s U-18 men’s handball team finished second at the IHF Trophy’s Intercontinental Phase following a 34-30 loss to Kosovo after overtime in the final of the competition on Sunday in Pristina, Kosovo. The team led by Emeka Nnamani went into the match determined to avenge an earlier defeat against the hosts in the preliminary stage
The Super Eagles camp is rapidly filling up as Nigeria intensifies preparations for their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers 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
Newly invited Super Eagles defender Igho Ogbu has disclosed he declined an opportunity to represent Norway, prioritizing his dream of playing for Nigeria in line with his late father’s wishes. The 25-year-old, now with Czech side Slavia Prague, was named in head coach Eric Chelle’s 23-man squad for Nigeria’s critical 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers
Athletics Indoor Championships, according to the final entry list released by World Athletics. The event, scheduled for March 21–23 in Nanjing, China, will see a nine-member Nigerian team led by shot put standout Chukwuebuka Enekwechi and 400m sprinter Chidi Okezie. Nigeria’s contingent includes seven male and two female athletes competing across high jump, long jump,
Nigeria’s para-badminton sensation, Eniola Bolaji, continued her impressive run on the international stage, securing another gold medal at the Spanish Para-Badminton International 2025 in Toledo, Spain. Bolaji delivered a dominant performance in the women’s SL3 final, defeating Turkey’s Halime Yildiz in straight sets (21-7, 21-10) to claim her second gold medal in two weeks. Just
Lionel Messi has been ruled out of Argentina’s upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Uruguay and Brazil due to a low-grade adductor muscle injury, dealing a blow to the reigning champions’ bid to secure early qualification for the 2026 tournament. Brazil will also be without star forward Neymar, who continues to recover from a thigh injury.
Marseille have condemned the “personal attacks” aimed at midfielder Adrien Rabiot and his family during the 3-1 defeat at Paris St-Germain on Sunday. The match at Parc des Princes was overshadowed by homophobic and racist chants – referencing Marseille’s large Arab population – from some PSG fans, as well as banners directed at Rabiot and his family.
Wendell Carter Jr (left) contributed 16 points and 14 rebounds in Orlando Magic’s win over Cleveland Cavaliers The Orlando Magic fought back to upset the Cleveland Cavaliers 108-103 and end the Cavs’ 16-game winning streak. Orlando recovered from a 13-point half-time deficit to win, with Paolo Banchero scoring 24 points and Franz Wagner adding 22.
KIGALI, Rwanda – Nigeria’s Super Eagles have officially begun preparations in Kigali ahead of their critical 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Rwanda on Friday, aiming to revive a stuttering campaign after failing to secure a win in their opening two matches. The delegation, welcomed by Nigeria’s Ambassador to Rwanda, signaled the fixture’s significance as
Super Eagles Head Coach Eric Chelle has outlined ambitious objectives for Nigeria’s national team, emphasizing a relentless pursuit of victory in their upcoming 2025 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe while setting his sights on long-term continental and global success. Camp Morale and Preparations:With preparations underway in Abuja, team Media Officer Promise Efoghe
