Four days after reviving their Women’s Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a battling victory over Zambia, the Super Falcons return to action on Wednesday knowing another win is essential if they are to secure a place in the quarter-finals…

Super Falcons head coach Justin Madugu has hinted that Toni Payne could be handed a starting role in midfield to replace the suspended Jennifer Echegini in Nigeria’s decisive Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Group C clash against Egypt, while firmly…

For many years, Team Nigeria followed a familiar pattern at major international competitions. Whenever the gold medals came, it was usually the women who led the way. That trend was most evident at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games, where all…

While members of Team Nigeria have begun arriving home following their successful outing at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, the same cannot be said of Uganda, where four members of the country’s boxing team have reportedly gone missing in…

Not every sporting journey is smooth. Some athletes become champions at the first attempt. Others have to endure disappointment before finally getting their moment. For Team Nigeria, the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games became a story of second chances. Several athletes…

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Team Nigeria on its outstanding performance at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, praising the athletes for their resilience, determination and commitment throughout the competition. In a statement issued on Tuesday by his Special…

Algeria booked their place in the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations after a commanding 2-0 victory over Kenya on Monday, while hosts Morocco finished top of Group A following a goalless draw against Senegal. The North…

Every 23 October, football lovers across Nigeria and beyond pause to remember one of Africa’s greatest strikers, Rashidi Yekini. Although the Nigerian football legend died in May 2012, his memory remains as fresh as ever. His famous celebration inside the…

Nigeria’s remarkable outing at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games was not only about winning medals. The country’s athletes also set three of the six world records recorded during the Games, organisers confirmed on Monday The record-breaking performances came from Rita…

The Australian High Commission in Nigeria has congratulated Team Nigeria for its outstanding performance at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, where Nigeria emerged as Africa’s highest-ranked nation. In a message shared via their official Facebook page, the High Commission also…

Cameroon took a giant step towards the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations after edging Ghana 1-0 in a fiercely contested Group D clash on Sunday, while Mali revived their qualification hopes with a thrilling 3-2 victory…

Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare announced his arrival at Ajax in style, finding the back of the net on his debut as the Dutch giants cruised to a 3-1 pre-season victory over FC Volendam at the Kras Stadion on Sunday.…

Amstel Malta has congratulated Nigeria’s Super Falcons following their hard-fought 1-0 victory over Zambia at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), with special recognition for its brand ambassador, Asisat Oshoala, whose early goal secured the vital win. The…

Team Nigeria ended its campaign at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow on Sunday, finishing seventh on the final medals table with 24 medals made up of 10 gold, seven silver and seven bronze. Nigeria also emerged as the highest-ranked…

The President of the Nigeria Cricket Federation (NCF), Uyi Akpata, believes the progress recorded by Team Nigeria at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow offers valuable lessons for the future development of sports in the country. Beyond the medals won…