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Sporting Lagos and Akwa United are set for a dramatic finish in Conference B of the Nigeria National League (NNL), with promotion hanging in the balance as the season reaches its final round. The two clubs have been among the standout performers throughout the 2025/26 campaign, but only one can clinch the coveted promotion spot. Heading into the decisive fixtures next week Wednesday, Sporting Lagos hold a slim advantage at the top of the table with 33 points, just one point ahead of second-placed Akwa United, who sit on 32. Sporting Lagos’ rise to the summit came after a hard-earned…

Head coach of Nigeria’s senior national team, Eric Chelle, has come under criticism for allegedly overlooking players who are active in top African leagues. Since taking charge over a year ago, Chelle has largely focused on players based in Europe. His only selections from the African leagues have been goalkeepers Stanley Nwabali, formerly of Chippa United in South Africa, and Amas Obasogie of Tanzania’s Singida. Notably, no outfield player from any African league has earned a call-up during this period. This has sparked concern among football stakeholders, with agent Michael Stanley questioning the fairness of the approach. “I don’t think…

Tuesday marked an exciting start to the Champions League quarter-finals, with two high-profile clashes delivering drama, skill, and last-minute heroics. Sporting CP hosted Arsenal at Estádio José Alvalade, while Bayern Munich travelled to a renovated Santiago Bernabéu to take on Real Madrid. Both visiting teams walked away with victories, setting the tone for what promises to be a compelling second leg. Kane’s Late Brilliance Sees Bayern Edge Madrid: At the Bernabéu, Bayern Munich and Real Madrid delivered a spectacle that combined attacking intensity with high stakes. Early on, it was the hosts who looked sharper, pressing Bayern’s defense and creating…

Nigeria’s U 20 women’s national team, the Falconets, have officially opened camp in Abuja as preparations intensify for their decisive qualification clash for the 2026 FIFA U 20 Women’s World Cup. The team is gearing up for a two legged encounter against Malawi, with a place at the tournament in Poland at stake. The competition is scheduled to hold from September 5 to 26, 2026. Nigeria will host the first leg of the tie on Saturday, May 2, before travelling for the return fixture in Malawi a week later, in what is expected to be a keenly contested battle for…

CAF President Visits Senegal Amid AFCON Title Controversy President of the Confederation of African Football, Patrice Motsepe, has arrived in Dakar for high level talks following the controversial decision to strip Senegal of their Africa Cup of Nations title and award it to Morocco. The visit comes nearly a month after CAF overturned Senegal’s 1 0 victory over Morocco in the final played on January 18, a decision that has generated widespread debate across the football community and drawn sharp reactions from Senegalese authorities. Motsepe had earlier announced plans to visit both Senegal and Morocco, stressing the need for unity…

Former Dietmar Hamann has advised Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen to consider a move to Newcastle United if he decides to leave Galatasaray. Osimhen has repeatedly been linked with a switch to the Premier League in recent seasons, with clubs such as Chelsea, Arsenal and Manchester United previously showing interest in the forward. The Nigeria international spent the 2024 25 campaign on loan at Galatasaray, where he played a key role in helping the club secure a domestic double. His performances convinced the Turkish side to complete a permanent transfer from Napoli last summer. Despite that move, speculation continues to grow…

The Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, Ogun State, has been confirmed as the venue for the upcoming international friendly matches between Nigeria’s Super Falcons and their counterparts from Cape Verde. The two nations will face each other in a double header scheduled for Wednesday, April 15 and Saturday, April 18, with both fixtures expected to draw significant attention as preparations intensify ahead of major continental engagements. The friendlies form part of both teams’ build up to the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, where they will be aiming to make strong impressions. For Nigeria, the matches present another opportunity to…

Antonio Conte has indicated he would be open to taking charge of the Italian national team, stating that he should be considered among the leading candidates for the vacant position. The current Napoli manager made his position known following his side’s 1-0 victory over AC Milan in Serie A, as discussions continue over who will replace Gennaro Gattuso. Gattuso stepped down as Italy head coach after the Azzurri failed to qualify for this summer’s FIFA World Cup, marking a third consecutive absence from the global tournament—a development that has intensified scrutiny on the national team setup. Reacting to speculation linking…

Vinícius Júnior has revealed why he did not publicly bid farewell to former Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso, admitting the pair never built a strong connection during their time together. Speaking during a post-match press conference ahead of Madrid’s UEFA Champions League quarter-final clash against Bayern Munich, the Brazilian winger offered a candid reflection on his relationship with the former coach. Vinícius explained that differences in approach and limited interaction meant the relationship never fully developed, noting that not every player naturally connects with every manager. According to him, his decision not to post a farewell message on social media…

Manchester City have confirmed that club captain Bernardo Silva will leave the Etihad Stadium at the end of the season, bringing an end to a highly successful spell with the Premier League champions. The confirmation was delivered by assistant coach Pep Lijnders, who acknowledged the midfielder’s imminent departure while paying tribute to his impact on the team. Silva, who had previously hinted at a possible exit following last year’s Club World Cup, is now set to officially move on this summer after several seasons as a key figure in City’s dominance both domestically and in Europe. Describing the Portuguese playmaker…