The Super Eagles of Nigeria secured a dramatic 1-1 draw against Benin in their latest AFCON 2025 qualifier, a result that clinched their spot in the tournament set to take place in Morocco. Despite an early lead from Benin through…
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Super Eagles gears up for AFCON qualifiers
The Super Eagles have assembled in Abidjan for the final preparation phase ahead of their 2025 AFCON qualifiers. The team, featuring top names like Victor Osimhen, William Troost-Ekong, and Ademola Lookman, is gearing up for crucial matches against Benin Republic…
Nigeria’s U-18 handball team shines at the IHF
Nigeria’s U-18 men’s handball team emerged victorious at the IHF Trophy Africa Men Continental Phase, clinching the title with a impressive 38-26 win over Guinea in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. tThe young team, coached by Emeka Nnamani, started off strong, leading…
Quadri Aruna shines at World Table Tennis WTT Championship
Nigeria’s Quadri Aruna put on a masterclass performance at the ongoing World Table Tennis (WTT) Championship in Frankfurt, Germany, proving once again why he’s one of Africa’s finest in the sport. Facing off against Tomokazu Harimoto, Japan’s formidable No. 5…
Ademola Lookman shines in Atlanta
Ademola Lookman left Napoli fans in awe as he scored a sensational volley in Atalanta’s latest clash, putting his team in the lead within the first 10 minutes. The Nigerian star’s first goal was a display of speed and power,…
Bayelsa’s flag shines bright in Bahrain: St. Jude’s Girls bring home medals for Nigeria
St. Jude’s Girls Secondary School, Yenagoa, Bayelsa state at the International School Sports Federation (ISSF) Athletics Competition in Bahrain. Representing Nigeria, the young athletes from Bayelsa State captivated audiences and raised the nation’s pride with their skill, in six sporting…
Julien Alfred and Letsile Tebogo crowned best athletes at Paris 2024 ANOC awards.
In a spectacular celebration of talent and achievement, Julien Alfred and Letsile Tebogo have been honored with the prestigious ANOC Awards for Best Female and Male Athlete, respectively, at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. This incredible accolade recognizes the dedication…
Kelechi Iheanacho: The Nigerian forward shines for Sevilla
Kelechi Iheanacho displayed his skill and scoring ability in Sevilla’s Copa del Rey clash, helping his team to a comfortable 3-0 victory with two well taken goals. Iheanacho found the net twice, first in the 61st minute and then again…
Flying Eagles Triumph Again: Nigeria’s U-20 Team Defends WAFU Zone B Title Against Ghana
Nigeria’s U-20 team, the Flying Eagles, clinched the WAFU Zone B U-20 title once again, the young Nigerian squad proved dominance in West African youth football edging out with a 2-1 victory over Ghana. This intense final saw the young…
Super Falcons soar to 4-1 victory over Algeria in a friendly match.
The Super Falcons demonstrated extraordinary skill and unity, soaring to a 4-1 victory over Algeria in their second friendly match, having previously won 2-0 in the first encounter. This unforgettable performance captivated fans as Nigeria’s team dominated from start to…
