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The Premier League on Thursday released its shortlists for the Manager of the Season, Young Player of the Season and Player of the Season awards, highlighting the standout performers and coaches who have shaped the 2025/26 campaign.

Tobi Amusan delivered Nigeria’s first gold medal at the Senior African Athletics Championships in Accra, Ghana, on Wednesday, winning the women’s 100m hurdles on Day 2 of competition.

Nigeria delivered a strong start at the Senior Athletics Championships on Tuesday, securing multiple top finishes across sprint, hurdles, and field events on day one of competition.

Nigerian world record holder, Tobi Amusan, will begin her quest for a third African women’s 100m hurdles title at the 2026 African Senior Athletics Championships in Accra, Ghana.

Former Arsenal manager Arsène Wenger will head FIFA’s 11-member Technical Study Group for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

Nigeria’s campaign at the 2026 African Senior Athletics Championships begins Tuesday in Accra, Ghana, with world record holder Tobi Amusan leading a strong Team Nigeria squad at the continental competition.

Arsenal fans are starting to believe their long wait for a Premier League title could finally end after the club moved five points clear with two games left following a win over West Ham.

The Nigeria Basketball Federation has appointed former NBA coach David Fizdale as the new head coach of D’Tigers.

Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen scored twice as Galatasaray defeated Antalyaspor 4-2 on Saturday to seal a record-extending 26th Turkish Super Lig title.

Iran national football team will participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but the country’s football federation says the tournament’s co-hosts — the United States, Canada and Mexico must meet several conditions amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East.

Super Falcons coach Justine Madugu has admitted that Nigeria’s preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations have been disrupted because several countries refused to play friendly matches against the team.

Ghana narrowly defeated Nigeria 4–3 in a boxing friendly held in Accra on Thursday as both countries fine-tuned preparations for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

Nigeria’s preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) have suffered a major setback after forward Esther Okoronkwo sustained a knee injury that could rule her out of the tournament in Morocco.

English football has reached a historic milestone, with clubs qualifying for the finals of all three major UEFA competitions in the same season.

Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Burna Boy is set to feature on the official song for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, continuing the growing influence of Nigerian music on global football stages.

Arsenal have reached the final of the UEFA Champions League for the first time in 20 years after a 1-0 victory over Atletico Madrid, sealing a 2-1 aggregate win.

Everton played out a hard-fought draw against Manchester City in a tense Premier League clash that could have major implications in the title race.

Nigeria striker Taiwo Awoniyi has continued his remarkable comeback story by setting a new milestone in Nottingham Forest’s 3-1 win over Chelsea in the English Premier League.

Manchester United secured qualification for the UEFA Champions League following a 3–2 victory over Liverpool in a thrilling Premier League encounter at Old Trafford on Sunday.

Kelechi Iheanacho scored the decisive goal as Celtic F.C. secured a 2–1 victory over Hibernian F.C. at Easter Road on Sunday.

When Nigerian singer Portable stepped into the ring with skit maker Carter Efe on May Day (May 1), it was more than just a fight.

World No. 1 Jannik Sinner continued his dominant run on clay, defeating Arthur Fils to book a place in the final of the Madrid Open.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has received a major boost in his bid for re-election after securing support from football bodies in Africa and Asia ahead of the 2027 vote.

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has strengthened speculation about his future after speaking warmly about life at Galatasaray S.K., even as transfer interest from Arsenal and Barcelona continues to grow.

Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has seen his proposed move to Tanzanian club Simba SC collapse after both parties failed to agree on personal terms.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has confirmed that Iran will participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup and play their matches in the United States.

World football governing body FIFA is planning changes to its yellow card system to reduce the number of players suspended during major tournaments, including the 2026 World Cup.

Former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua will return to the ring on 25th July 2026 n Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as he begins his comeback ahead of a potential blockbuster fight later this year.

Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman says Atlético de Madrid are ready for a tough battle against Arsenal in their UEFA Champions League semi-final clash.

Former Arsenal and Ivory Coast defender Emmanuel Eboue has revealed the extent of his personal and financial struggles after retirement, describing how he lost his wealth, family, and sense of identity following his divorce.

World No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz has confirmed he will miss the French Open and upcoming clay-court tournaments due to a wrist injury.

The Nigeria Football Federation has opened talks with Newcastle United striker William Osula as it seeks to strengthen the Super Eagles with dual-national talent ahead of upcoming competitions.

The Nigeria Football Federation has released a 28-man Super Eagles squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

After unconvincing results in the last international window in September, the Super Eagles of Nigeria have fallen further down the pecking order globally in the latest rankings released by world football governing body, FIFA.

Nottingham Forest have confirmed the departure of Head Coach Nuno Espírito Santo. In a statement, the club said Nuno has been relieved of his duties "following recent circumstances."

In what is turning out to be a truly sensational last 31 days for Nigeria's Women's national football team, Super Falcons head coach, Justine Madugu has been nominated for the prestigious 2025 Ballon d’Or Women’s Team Coach of the Year award.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, for advancing to the final of the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.

Presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga has slammed critics of President Bola Tinubu, defending his principal's decision to hand national honours, as well as cash sums to members of the victorious Super Falcons side at the just concluded Women's African Cup of Nations.

Super Falcons first-choice goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie has completed a high-profile transfer to Brighton & Hove Albion Women, marking a significant milestone in her flourishing career and for Nigerian women's football.

But the big question is: Who ended up beating the drop on the final day?

World number 1 and the defending champion of the Australian Open, Jannick Sinner, has successfully defended his title at the 2025 Australian Open, defeating world number 2, German Alexander Zverev in straight sets, 6-3 7-6(7-4) 6-3.

World number 1 and defending champion of the Australian Open, Russia’s Aryna Sabalenka failed to defend her crown at the 2025 tournament as she lost in the final to World number 14, American Madison Keys. In an exciting final that lasted about two hours at Rod Laver Arena, the 29-year-old American, seeded 19th, won 6-3, 2-6, 7-5.

After weeks of speculation and anticipation, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has given a verdict on the 2025 African Cup of Nations qualifier between Libya and Nigeria in Benghazi which was scheduled to be played on 15 October 2024.

In this weekend review, News Manager, Ufuoma Egbamuno asks if Premier League champions, Manchester City are rattled by Arsenal’s newfound pragmatism. Plus, there are bits on Chelsea; Barca, and the Milan Derby

Minister of Sports, John Enoh has called on the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) to provide a detailed technical report on the nation's national men's football team, the Super Eagles in the wake of their performances on Friday and Monday during the 2026 World Cup qualifying series this international window.

With almost everything set for the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations between host country Côte d’Ivoire and Nigeria, the Confederation of Africa Football CAF has vowed to address issues of possible threats and harassment from home fans towards Nigerian fans.

The business end of the UEFA Champions League is upon us starting Tuesday with mouth-watering clashes across Europe. Nigeria Info’s News Manager takes a preview of the four clashes

Nigeria goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali reserved all praises for his outstanding shootout performance for the Super Eagles technical crew after his saves helped Nigeria to a 4-2 penalty victory over South Africa.

2023 has been a year to remember for Italian club Napoli, but it has certainly been an even better one for their number one frontman, Victor Osimhen.

As concerns over the current state of women's football and its future in the country continues to mount, it is safe to say it is imperative for those involved on and off the pitch to lead the course for a renaissance.

Argentine maestro Lionel Messi has won the Ballon d’Or, securing an unprecedented eighth title. The prestigious award was also bestowed upon Spanish midfielder Aitana Bonmati in the women's category.

Former Belgium captain, Eden Hazard, has announced his retirement from football.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria take on São Tomé and Príncipe in the final game of the 2024 African Cup of Nations Qualifiers on Sunday.

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Manchester City has started the Premier League season in good form, winning their first three games; the only team to do so.

The Federation of International Football Association (FIFA) has handed a two-match ban to England forward Lauren James following their Round of 16 clash with Nigeria in Brisbane on Monday.

Current holders of the UEFA Champions League title, Real Madrid will have to welcome West Londoners, Chelsea to the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu for the third consecutive season following the conclusion of the draws for the quarter final stage of Europe's premier club football competition on Friday.

Following his re-election as football's number one man for another four years on Thursday, FIFA president Gianni Infantino has sounded the need for "way more" football.

There will be 40 more matches added to the original 64 come 2026 when the FIFA World Cup kicks off in North America.

The stage was set, and the moment was here.

FIFA has told all participating teams at this winter's World Cup in Qatar to "focus on the football" and not be part of morality talks that have constantly tailed this year's tournament.

Victor Osimhen made it three goals in as many games as he struck the winner for Napoli against Roma.

The purpose of football has always divided opinion. Is it more of a business than entertainment or is the entertainment value more important than the business side of the game?

Seven Premier League games will be played this weekend as two games have been postponed due to policing demands ahead of the funeral of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

The Premier League and English Football League have postponed this weekend’s round of fixtures following the Queen’s death on Thursday.

From 32 contestants to two finalists, Season 3 of FATG Fan Battle has been filled with everything: informative debates, outright arguments, banter, fun and all-round entertainment.

The quest for a place in the quarterfinals continued on Thursday night as Kareem Itunu battled against Adenike Olusiku and Omonijo Success faced Olusegun Adedeji.

Muslimah ‘Limah’ Malik and Tochukwu Maduekwe booked their places in the quarterfinals of the FATG Fan Battle after victories on Wednesday night.

Manchester United on Thursday announced the appointment of Erik ten Hag as their new manager, with the Dutchman taking the reins at the end of the season.

The UEFA Champions League has gotten to it’s final 4 stage, with Liverpool, Villarreal, Manchester City and Real Madrid set to battle it out for a place in the final.

Karim Benzema scored a hat trick as Real Madrid emerged victorious against Chelsea in their Champions League quarter-final encounter at Stamford Bridge 3-1.

The UEFA Champions League returned this week as Manchester City hosted Spanish champions Atletico Madrid and Benfica faced Liverpool.

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Defending Champions of the UEFA Champions League, Chelsea, qualified for the quarterfinals on Wednesday night after a comfortable 4-1 aggregate victory over French side, Lille.

PSG crashed out of the UEFA Champions League losing to Real Madrid 3-1 on the night. The Parisiens conceded 3 goals in the second half as they let a 2 goal advantage slip. 

Leeds United announced the appointment of Jesse Marsch as their new head coach replacing Marcelo Bielsa after an abysmal run of results.

It was a Premier League classic as Tottenham defeated Champions Manchester City at the Etihad.

The AFCON 2021 final kicks off tonight as the Teranga Lions of Senegal take on The Pharaohs of Egypt in Yaounde.

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) are in a dilemma at the moment. After getting knocked out of AFCON 2021, all focus is now on the 2022 World Cup playoffs against the Black Stars of Ghana in March. 

After delivering the best group stage performance at the 2021 AFCON, the Super Eagles had already been crowned favorites by everyone; they had the talent, they had the tactics and most importantly they had a good coach.

Sevilla have reached an agreement to sign Anthony Martial on loan from Manchester United.

After delivering one of the better tactical performances at the 2021 AFCON, the Super Eagles went into the clash with Sudan with all eyes on them.

Super Eagles striker, Sadiq Umar, has voiced out his frustration over his inability to hit the ground running so far in the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

Egypt's captain, Mohammed Salah believes that African football is “hard.” 

​​​​​​​One of the more high profile first-round clashes in this year's AFCON took place between 7-time champions Egypt and 3-time winners Nigeria.

​​​​​​​Nigeria’s leading media organisations, Nigeria Info FM and Wazobia FM are delighted to announce an exclusive partnership with African sports data and analytics outfit, AfroStat.

Interim coach of the Super Eagles, Austin Eguavoen, says the team has been working on their finishing over the past few days.

Former Super Eagles captain and coach Sunday Oliseh speaks to Nigeria Info and explains how team can win AFCON. The fiery former midfielder also questions NFF’s decision to hire a foreign manager

Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Youth and Sports Development remains relentless in its efforts to bring the Super Eagles back to the Moshood Abiola Stadium, Abuja, for the remainder of the FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

The Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) got underway over the weekend with much fanfare across most of the centres.

Nigeria’s leading media organisations, Nigeria Info and Wazobia Max, under the umbrella body of AIM Group, have recently secured the broadcast rights to air the French Ligue 1 Uber Eats games through its partnership with the official licensed owners in Nigeria, Media Business Solutions (MBS).

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Nigeria Info Sports Analyst Adaeze Michael says "a drab draw or a stalemate would have been better than defeat to the Central African Republic (CAR)." 

In the wake of comments made by former Super Eagles midfielder Victor Ikpeba regarding the national team, questions as to the strengths and weaknesses of the three-time African champions have continued to rise.

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Gianluigi Donnarumma produced seven saves against Manchester City

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PSG's performance in their 2-0 win over Manchester City is their "best so far this season." This is the view of Nigeria Info Sports Analyst, Anthony Dimwaka.

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PSG sit on top of the Ligue 1 table with maximum points after seven games.

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Manchester United's Norwegian manager Solskjaer must win a major title this season.

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Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa reached 100caps for the national team against Cape Verde

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A come from behind 1-2 win overCape Verde sees the Super Eagles of Nigeria top Group C of the Qatar 2022 World Cup qualifiers.

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Mutiu Adepoju has backed the Super Eagles to perform well against Cape Verde.

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Super Eagles finished third at the last AFCON tournament

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Gernot Rohr's Super Eagles side face Liberia, Cape Verde and Central Africa Republic in Group C

As Nigeria’s Super Eagles get ready to play Liberia this weekend, 2013 FIFA U17 world cup winning team coach, Manu Garba has been speaking about one of his protégés who is on the fringes of breaking into the team.

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Cristiano Ronaldo's return to Manchester United is a "wrong move.

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Rohr now has to prosecute both games without the services of his England-based players

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Former captain of D'Tigers Ben Uzoh has expressed concerns over the team's chances of winning the Afrobasket Championship

Nigeria’s male basketball team, D’Tigers may have started their 2021 Afrobasket campaign on a winning note but former captain, Olumide Oyedeji believes it will be difficult for the country to win the ongoing competition in Kigali, Rwanda.

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D'Tigres lost all three group games to the USA, Japan, and France

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Nigeria's Super Eagles are in Group D alongside Egypt, Sudan and Guinea-Bissau. 

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Former Minister for Youth and Sports Solomon Dalung says achievements made at Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games are nothing compared to those made at the event in Rio i2016 when he was in charge. 

Solskjaer has signed a new deal with the Old Trafford club

A man who claimed to be Nigerian directed abuses at the girls for representing their country.

...Lokonga signed for an undisclosed for a fee believed to be in the region of £17m

Messi has agreed to a deal until 2026

Giroud joined Chelsea from London rivals Arsenal for £18m in January 2018.

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Italy have now won four and drawn one of their five previous matches against Belgium

The competition would be broadcast across Wazobia FM, Arewa Radio, Cool FM Kano, and Wazobia Max