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From Grace To Grass? Ahmed Musa, Eagles' Captain stages come back to Kano Pillars FC after failing to secure foreign contract

Nigeria’s Football Legend Ahmed Musa Retires from International Football

Nigeria’s most capped international, Ahmed Musa, has officially announced his retirement from international football, bringing to an end a distinguished career with the...

FIFA Unveils Record-Breaking Prize Money for 2026 World Cup

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to make history with a staggering $655 million prize fund, a nearly 50% increase from the...

DR Congo Hits Back at Nigeria’s FIFA Petition, Warns Against Backdoor Tactics

The Democratic Republic of Congo has responded strongly to Nigeria’s petition to FIFA, accusing the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) of attempting to overturn...

AFCON 2025: Super Eagles Camp Swells to 26 Players

The Super Eagles’ camp in Cairo has swelled to 26 players following the arrival of winger Samuel Chukwueze on Tuesday. The Nigerian national...

Defensive Woes Haunt Super Eagles in Egypt Friendly Ahead of AFCON 2025

Nigeria’s Super Eagles suffered a 2-1 defeat to Egypt in a friendly match, exposing defensive vulnerabilities ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations....

Ousmane Dembele Crowned Best FIFA Men’s Player of 2025

Ousmane Dembele has been named the Best FIFA Men’s Player of 2025, capping an incredible year for the French winger. Dembele, who plays...

Mbappe Wins Landmark Case Against PSG, Awarded €61m

A French labor court has ruled in favor of Kylian Mbappe, ordering Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) to pay the former forward €61 million ($71.8...

Nigeria’s World Cup Dreams Revived as FIFA Investigates DR Congo Over Ineligible Players

Nigeria’s bid to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has received a boost as DR Congo’s eligibility in the playoff stage is...

AFCON 2025: Super Eagles Camp Swells to 24 Ahead of Egypt Friendly

The Super Eagles’ camp in Cairo has received a boost with the arrival of Blackburn Rovers defender, Ryan Alebiosu, new invitee Salim Fago,...

AFCON 2025: Francis Uzoho Becomes First Player to Report to Super Eagles Camp

Nigeria’s preparations for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations got a boost as goalkeeper Francis Uzoho became the first player to report to...

‘Walk Alone’ No More: Salah Seeks Exit Amidst Liverpool Hierarchy Rift

Mohamed Salah, Liverpool’s talisman since 2017, has sensationally requested to leave the club, citing an irreparable breakdown in his relationship with manager Arne...

Abuja Half Marathon success suggests improved security in Nigeria, says Dikko

The successful staging of the Premium Trust Bank Abuja City International Half Marathon serves as a testament to Nigeria’s improved security situation, according...

Kenyans Dominate Abuja City Half Marathon, Take Home $25,000

Kenyan athletes made a clean sweep of the men’s and women’s categories at the Premium Trust Bank Abuja City International Half Marathon, walking...

Ghana Gets Tough Draw in 2026 World Cup Group Stage

The Black Stars of Ghana have been handed a challenging group in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, facing off against European powerhouses England,...

Abuja City Half Marathon: Organizers Announce Official Take-Off Time, Routes

“We will continue to deliver World-class sports events and Saturday’s race will be another testament to that commitment” As the Abuja City Half...

Abuja City Half Marathon Set to Attract Elite Talent From Kenya, Uganda, Others

The Abuja City Half Marathon is set to host athletes from 13 countries, featuring top runners from Kenya, Uganda, Nigeria, and Ethiopia. The...