Nigeria debutant Abdullahi Bewene says he is ready to contribute more to the Super Eagles after making an impressive first appearance for the national team in Wednesday’s 2-2 international friendly draw against Poland in Warsaw, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The…

Nigerian Afrobeats megastar Burna Boy will take centre stage at the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, joining Colombian music icon Shakira to perform the tournament’s official anthem ahead of the opening match in Mexico City. The globally…

Head coach of Nigeria’s Super Eagles, Eric Chelle, has explained why he made seven changes against Poland during both sides’ international friendly on Wednesday. Chelle watched as Nigeria and Poland played a 2-2 draw at the PGE Narodowy Stadium, Warsaw. Speaking…

Nigeria striker Akor Adams has praised the transformation of the Super Eagles under coach Eric Chelle, saying the team is gradually developing a clear identity built around intensity, aggression and confidence on the ball, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Adams made…

Super Eagles defender, Calvin Bassey, has insisted that Nigeria should have beaten Poland during both sides’ international friendly 2-2 draw on Wednesday. Bassey stated this while suggesting that two late goals in both halves denied Nigeria a victory against Poland…

The Badminton Federation of Nigeria has announced vacancies for national coaching positions, with applications open until June 30, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Our correspondent gathered that the BFN is looking to fill the positions permanently after engaging acting coaches for…

The countdown is almost over. In seven days, the eyes of the football world will once again turn to the FIFA World Cup, the tournament that has produced some of the sport’s greatest moments, biggest upsets and most iconic champions.…

Former Chelsea defender, Glen Johnson, has urged the Blues to swoop for Arsenal transfer target Julian Alvarez. Johnson believes the Atletico  Madrid striker Victor would be a ‘perfect’ addition for Xabi Alonso’s side at Stamford Bridge. Alvarez has been linked with…

Colombian pop superstar Shakira and Nigerian Afrobeats star Burna Boy will perform the official song of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at the tournament’s opening ceremony in Mexico City. The pair will take to the stage at Estadio Azteca on…

The Super Eagles have received a boost ahead of next week’s international friendly against Portugal, with Alex Iwobi and Genk defender Christian Akpan joining the team’s camp in Lisbon. Team officials confirmed on Thursday that 19 players travelled from Poland…

German economist, Joachim Klement, who successfully forecasted the champions of the last three World Cups, has now unveiled his predictions for the 2026 tournament. The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to commence in a week, with football legends Lionel…

FIFA has acknowledged a ticketing error that allowed dozens of fans to secure free tickets for the 2026 World Cup and is now asking the affected supporters to pay the correct amount or risk losing their seats. The world football…

Former Real Madrid and Argentina legend, Angel Di Maria, has said that the time of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo is over in terms of the rivalry that existed for over a decade. He said while rating the chances of…

Championship Team of the Season member and Eagles debut record-breaker Femi Azeez talks about his Unity Cup triumph, his Premier League ambitions, what representing Nigeria means to him and more in this interview with PETER AKINBO Let’s talk about your…

Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has promised to ring the changes in his team’s friendly against Portugal. Nigeria will face La Selecao in a friendly next week Wednesday at the Estádio Dr. Magalhães Pessoa, Leiria, Portugal. Chelle’s side were…