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Nigeria’s Super Eagles are scheduled to fly out of Cairo to Fez, Morocco, today as preparations intensify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The team opened its pre-tournament camp in Cairo over the weekend, with head coach Eric Chelle overseeing early sessions in Egypt. All 28 invited players are now with the squad following the arrival of Victor Osimhen on Wednesday night. As part of their build-up, Nigeria suffered a 2–1 defeat to Egypt in a friendly match played at the Cairo International Stadium on Tuesday. The Super Eagles are expected to continue their final phase of preparation upon…

World football’s governing body, FIFA, has officially unveiled the prize money structure for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with a total payout of $727 million confirmed. Out of this amount, $655 million will be distributed among the 48 countries taking part in the expanded tournament. The eventual champions will pocket $50 million, marking the highest prize ever awarded to a World Cup winner. The runners-up will go home with $33 million. Teams finishing third and fourth will earn $29 million and $27 million respectively, while sides placed between fifth and eighth will receive $19 million each. Countries knocked out at…

By Olukayode Olumuyiwa. The Super Eagles of Nigeria suffered a narrow 2-1 defeat to the Pharaohs of Egypt on Tuesday night at the Cairo International Stadium. The high-profile friendly served as the final dress rehearsal for both continental giants before they head to Morocco for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Despite a spirited performance and a mass rotation of players in the second half, the three-time African champions were unable to overcome a clinical Egyptian side led by an inspired Zizo, who provided both assists for the hosts. Match Highlights: A Tale of Two Halves The encounter began…

By Olukayode Olumuyiwa. Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea avoided a potential giant-killing on Tuesday night, leaning on the depth of their star-studded bench to secure a 3-1 victory over League One leaders Cardiff City. Second-half strikes from “supersubs” Alejandro Garnacho and Pedro Neto proved decisive, booking the Blues’ place in the next round and marking their sixth successive victory in Carabao Cup quarter-final ties. The win provided a much-needed lift for Maresca, who had described the buildup to the weekend’s 2-0 win over Everton as his “worst 48 hours” at the club. However, the Italian manager’s decision to name an entirely different…

The Best FIFA Football Awards ceremony on December 16 brought football’s biggest names together to celebrate the top performers from around the world. Fans tuned in from every corner of the globe to see their favourite stars take the spotlight. FIFA honoured players for their performances between August 2024 and August 2025, highlighting the season’s most consistent and impactful stars. While individual awards featured prominently, the Best FIFA 11—for both men and women—served as the ultimate showcase of elite talent. Men’s Best FIFA 11 2025 (4-4-2) Donnarumma Hakimi, Pacho, van Dijk, Mendes Palmer, Bellingham, Vitinha, Pedri Lamine Yamal, Dembele UEFA…

By Olukayode Olumuyiwa. Inter Milan capitalized on stunning slips from their rivals to climb to the top of Serie A on a chaotic Sunday, turning what was already a thrilling title race into an absolute nail-biter heading into the festive break. In a day packed with surprises, the Nerazzurri secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory away at Genoa, with goals from Yann Bisseck and captain Lautaro Martínez proving decisive despite a late consolation from the host. The win propelled Simone Inzaghi’s side to 33 points after 15 matches, leapfrogging the chasing pack. Earlier in the day, prior leaders AC Milan were…

By Olukayode Olumuyiwa. Nigerian striker Tolu Arokodare announced his Premier League arrival in style, scoring his maiden goal for Wolverhampton Wanderers with a 90th-minute header against Arsenal – only for the Gunners to snatch a 2-1 victory in stoppage time. The 25-year-old, who joined Wolves from Genk for £24 million in September 2025, glanced a cross from substitute Mateus Mané beyond David Raya to cancel out an earlier own goal by Wolves goalkeeper Sam Johnstone. His strike made him the first Nigerian to score in the Premier League for Wolves and sparked jubilant scenes among the away fans. But heartbreak…

Nigeria will take on Egypt in an international friendly at the Cairo International Stadium on Tuesday evening as both sides round off preparations for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Although the match does not carry full international status, it remains an important test between two of Africa’s most successful football nations. For the Super Eagles, it is a rushed dress rehearsal shaped by FIFA rules that allowed European clubs to delay the release of key players. Nigeria had planned two warm-up games before the tournament, but disruptions mean this clash could be their only outing before AFCON kicks off…

Shooting Stars and Abia Warriors recorded important away victories on Matchday 17 of the Nigeria Premier Football League, boosting their ambitions as the title race and the battle for top-half positions continued to intensify. In Kano, Shooting Stars claimed a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Barau FC, with Sodiq Ibrahim’s early strike in the ninth minute proving decisive. The Ibadan-based side struck early and then showed composure and tactical discipline to protect their advantage for the remainder of the contest, frustrating their hosts and securing all three points on the road. That result moved Shooting Stars to 26 points from 17…

Former Manchester United defender Gary Neville has issued a stern warning to Arsenal, insisting their current level of performance will not be enough to secure the Premier League title, despite Sunday’s narrow 2-1 win over Wolves. Neville believes Mikel Arteta’s side must quickly raise their standards or risk being overtaken in the title race before they fully realise the danger. The former England international made his comments while analysing the match, which Arsenal won in dramatic fashion at the Emirates Stadium. The Gunners took the lead in the 70th minute when Bukayo Saka delivered a corner that ultimately found its…