Joshua 'll Beat Ruiz In Rematch If... -Tyson

Former World undisputed Boxing Heavy Wieght Champion, Mike Tyson insists Anthony Joshua should be confident of beating Andy Ruiz Jr second time around if he has covered all bases for the rematch.
Ruiz shocked the world on June 1 to become the new WBA, IBF and WBO heavyweight champion and hand Joshua his first loss as a professional.

Ndidi Is The Best Ball Winning Midfielder In The Premier League -Maddison

Leicester City attacking midfielder, James Maddison believes his teammate, Nigeria's Super Eagles midfielder, Wilfred Ndidi is the best defensive midfielder in the English Premier League.
The Nigeria international has enjoyed a fine season with the Foxes and has scored two goals in 12 league appearances.

I'll End My Career At Sporting Charleroi -Osimhen

Nigeria's Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen says he will end his playing career at former club Sporting Charleroi.
Osimhen was paid a surprise visit by officials of the Belgian First Division A club shortly after Lille's 2-0 loss to Ajax Amsterdam in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday night.

NFF Declares National Team Handlers Roles Vacant

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has confirmed that the position of the head coach for various national teams are vacant, except for Super Eagles.
The NFF, disclosed that the technical crew for the Golden Eaglets, Flying Eagles, Dream Team and home base Super Eagles have been moved on and are expecting competent and qualified persons to apply will apply for the positions.

ABSA Premiership Player Of The Month Award Thrills Akpeyi

Nigeria's Super Eagles goalkeeper, Daniel Akpeyi dedicate his ABSA Premiership player of the month to his coach and teammates.
The Kaizer Chiefs of South Africa safehand was named the best player in the division for the month of September/October 2019 on Thursday, after he featured in four league games and helped Chiefs win three of the encounters.

I'll Conclude My Contract Extension With NFF By January 2020 -Rohr

Nigeria's Super Eagles manager, Gernot Rohr has described his time as Nigeria coach as a bittersweet experience as he awaits the commencement of contract renewal talks by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF).
Rohr's deal as Super Eagles handler is set to expire in July 2020 but the country's football authority can begin talks for renewal in January.

FFHS Awards 2019 : Rohr Ranked Among Top 20 National Team Coaches In The World

Nigeria's Super Eagles manager, Gernot Rohr has been ranked among the top twenty national team coaches in the world by German-based organisation International Federation of Football History & Statistics (IFFHS).
This year's award was won by Fernando Santos, coach of Portugal national team, with whom he won the UEFA Nations League in June 2019.

CAF Confed Cup: NFF Offers Rangers Technical Backing

Nigeria Football Federation has offered to provide technical backing to CAF Confederation Cup representatives, Enugu Rangers, ahead of Sunday’s opening Group stage fixture against Egyptian opponents, Pyramids.
This development was necessitated after the entire Rangers coaching crew led by Benedict Ugwu, was sacked on Sunday following the team’s poor display that saw them lose against league debutants, Akwa Starlets by 2-0 at home.

Osimhen Is Very Important To Us - Lille President

Lille President, Gerard Lopez rued the absence of Nigeria's Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen in Friday night's 2-0 loss to Paris Saint-Germain in the French Ligue 1, saying that the other players find it difficult to score without the former Wolfsburg hitman in the squad.
The former CAF Youth Player of the Year star served an automatic one-match ban after receiving three yellow cards in previous league matches against SCO Angers, Nîmes Olympique and Marseille.

Nwakaeme Named In Turkish Super Lig Team Of The Week

Nigeria international forward, Anthony Nwakaeme has been named to the Turkish Super Lig Team of the Week for matchday twelve by football statistics experts Whoscored.
The Trabzonspor winger cum striker was on target and provided an assist in Trabzonspor's impressive 3-0 road win against Ankaragucu on Saturday.

Simon Voted Man Of The Match In Nantes Draw At Brest

Nigeria's Super Eagles winger, Moses Simon has been voted man of the match by Nantes fans in Saturday’s 1-1 away draw against Brest in Ligue 1.
Simon polled 55% of the total votes with Imran Louza, Thomas Basilla and Dennis Appiah coming second, third and fourth respectively.

Ndidi, Others Are Not For Sell Now -Leicester City Boss

English Premier League oufit, Leicester City are not planning to sell Nigeria's Super Eagles midfielder, Wilfred Ndidi and other key first team players in the January transfer window, according to manager Brendan Rodgers.
The Nigeria international is known to be on the radar of the top clubs in the English topflight but a departure from the King Power Stadium in the winter transfer market is certainly not on the cards.

Rohr Gives NFF Two-Month Ultimatum Over His Future

Nigeria's Super Eagles manager, Gernot Rohr has issued a two-month ultimatum to the Nigeria Football Federation over his future with the national team, saying he would quit if things are not regularized.
Nigeria are unbeaten since the conclusion of the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations, registering back-to-back impressive draws against Ukraine and Brazil and they have maximum points from their first two group matches of the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.

CCC Onala Holds 2019 Praise Night, Harvest

Prophet Dr. Kolawole Olakanmi (right) presenting a gift to a beneficiary during an event held at the church recently…

All is now set for the 15th edition of Harvest and Praise Night of the Celestial Church of Christ (CCC) Onala Parish, with top gospel musicians lined up to sing praises to Lord this Friday 22nd November, at the Oremeji, Mokola Ibadan premises of the church.
The theme of this year’s event, according to the Baba Ijo of the church, Snr Evang. James Adedeji is ‘continuation of thanksgiving’ saying the church is still in the spirit of thanksgiving having recently held a special thanksgiving event.

Musa To Give 100 University Students Scholarship

Nigeria's Super Eagles captain, Ahmed Musa has disclosed his intention to sponsor 100 students in Skyline University in Kano.
Musa was unveiled as the University's ambassador on Wednesday, after helping the Super Eagles to back-to-back victories over Benin and Lesotho in their 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying games.

Pinnick Blames Anti-corruption Investigations For National Teams Poor Outings

Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) president, Amaju Pinnick has blamed investigations by the anti-corruption authorities for the country's recent failures on the international scene.
He added that the NFF was facing a lack of funds as he responded to a call by Nigeria's sports minister Sunday Dare at a meeting on Tuesday for an explanation to 'several failures' from the football administrators.

Oparanozie Salutes Edo State's Govt On Equal Pay Approval

Nigeria's Super Falcons striker, Desire Oparanozie believes Edo state government took a step in the right direction in approving equal pay for its men's team Bendel Insurance and women's side Edo Queens.
Earlier in July, Super Falcons striker had joined women's teams abroad to frown at the disparity in remuneration, thereby demanding the Super Falcons be paid equally as their male counterparts.

Sports Minister Thanks Rohr For Football Development

Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Sunday Dare thanked Super Eagles’ Coach, Gernot Rohr for his work and contribution to football in Nigeria while receiving the coach during a courtesy visit at the MKO Abiola National Stadium Abuja on Wednesday.
The Sports Minister promised to support the coach and the team to succeed even as expressed concerns at the current state of football in Nigeria with an optimistic assertion that things would get better.

Hassan Giwa Hails Kingmakers For Affirming Nojeem Bello As New Otun Ola Of Lagun

Chief Lekan Balogun, right, presenting the new Otun Ola of Lagun,
Chief Lekan Bello to the people of Lagun community

One of the prominent sons of Lagun and Founder of Hassan Olawale Giwa Foundation has commended the Otun Ola of Lagun-in-Council and kingmakers of Lagun Community in Lagelu Local Government Area of Oyo State over the confirmation of the candidacy of Chief Nojeem Lekan Bello as the new Otun Ola of Lagun.
Arc. Giwa, an Abuja based businessman, while reacting to the official presentation of the designated monarch to the people of the community, commended the kingmakers for abiding by the tradition and culture of the community.

UfitFly Unveils Big Plan Ahead Of FIFA Club World Cup In Doha

UfitFly boss, Evang. Ajibola Ogunkeyede, right,
finalizing the deal with a Qatar Football Association official...

The popular tour broker firm, UfitFly has unveiled its plan for soccer lovers planning to take a tour of Qatar for the FIFA Club World Cup slated for Doha the capital city of Qatar.
Interested soccer lover according to the statement signed by the team leader of the firm, Ajibola Ogunkeyede and made available to the sporting press in Ibadan will have the opportunity to watch the 16th edition of the tournament between winners of the Six Continental Confederations with ease as the opening ceremony commences on the 11th of December while its ends 22nd in an absolute comfort.
The eight football matches to be played involve six teams at three different stadiums. One of the highpoints of the tournament is watching Liverpool FC play on Wednesday 18th December at the semi-final with special provision for Nigerian Liverpool fans that might want to witness the epic game.
“At Ufitfly, we will depart Nigeria, December 16th till 22nd as we go on a tour of these wonderful cities where these matches will be played. Our package includes the entire travel service of Return Flight ticket, Hotel accommodation, Daily breakfast, Visa issuance, airport transfer, match tickets are also available (based on request)”, the statement reads.
“You have the opportunity of paying only twice with more than half of the fare for the total packages as first installment. Qatar 2019 FIFA Confederation gives you a feel of different travel experience from the conventional destinations. Let’s go for the match and also have travel experience while exploring Doha, Qatar”, the release added.

Osimhen 'll Become A Great Player For Nigeria – Rohr

Nigeria's Super Eagles manager, Genor Rohr is hoping that Victor Osimhen will continue to be an important player for the National team.
The inform striker scored thrice in the three time African Champions wins over Benin Republic and Lesotho in 2021 African Cup of Nations qualifiers.

Don't Underestimate Ruiz -Holyfield Warns Joshua

Boxing legend, Evander Holyfield has warned former Boxing World Heavyweight Champions, Anthony Joshua not to continue to underestimate Andy Ruiz Jr. ahead of their rematch next month.
Ruiz shocked the boxing world when he stole the Brit’s three world titles in June by giving Joshua his first loss with a seventh round TKO.

Sports Minister Queries NFF Over National Teams Recent Poor Outing

Minister of Sports and Youth Development, Sunday Dare met with the leadership of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to question and demand a written explanation on the country's recent failure in international competitions.
In a meeting that lasted less than 30 minutes, the minister directed that NFF should “provide the federal government with written explanation to the developments of our teams failing in four major tournaments."

2021 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifier: Lesotho Gave Us More Than Expected Problems –Rohr

Nigeria's Super Eagles manager, Gernot Rohr is satisfied with his team performance against Lesotho in Sunday’s 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying Group L matchday-two fixture at the Setsoto Stadium, Maseru.
The Super Eagles came back from behind to beat the hosts 4-2 to continue their blistering start to their 2021 African Cup of Nations qualifiers campaign.

We Lost To A ‘Very Good’ Nigeria Team -Lesotho Coach

Lesotho head coach, Thabo Senong hailed the quality of the Super Eagles after the Crocodiles went down to a 4-2 defeat against the visitors in their 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying clash at Setsoto Stadium, Maseru on Sunday.
The hosts who failed to score a goal in their previous two outings against the Super Eagles, opened scoring through Nkoto Masoabi in the 11th minute.

Galatasaray, Besiktas On Warpath Over Iheanacho

Turkish giants, Galatasaray and Besiktas will battle to secure the services of Nigeria's Super Eagles striker, Kelechi Iheanacho on loan when the transfer window reopens in January.
Iheanacho arrived the King Power Stadium in a big money move in 2017 but has failed to make impact at the club.

2021 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifier: Super Eagles Will Beat Lesotho In Maseru -Musa

Nigeria's Super Eagles captain, Ahmed Musa has assured that the team will go all out for a win in Sunday’s 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixture against the Crocodiles of Lesotho and maintain their top position in the Group L.
The three-time African champions started their qualifying campaign with a 2-1 home win against neighbours Benin Republic at the Akwa Ibom International Stadium, Uyo on Wednesday.

2021 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifier: Eagles Land in Maseru Ahead Clash With Lesotho

The Super Eagles have arrived in Maseru for Sunday’s 2021 Africa Cup Cup of Nations qualifying match against the Crocodiles of Lesotho.
The players and their officials left the Akwa Ibom Airport, Uyo in the early hours of Saturday and arrived the Moshoeshoe I International Airport, Maseru in the afternoon.

Lokomotiv Moscow Targets January Loan Move For Onyekuru

Russian League club side, Lokomotiv Moscow are looking to sign Nigeria's Super Eagles striker, Henry Onyekuru on loan from French Ligue 1 side, Monaco in January.
Onyekuru linked up with Monaco on a four -year deal from Everton this summer but has struggled for regular playing time at the club.

Ndidi Is Leicester City’s Most Underrated Player -Rodgers

Leicester City manager, Brendan Rodgers says Nigeria's Super Eagles midfielder, Wilfred Ndidi is ‘absolutely key’ to the Foxes and their success.
Ndidi has helped City top the charts for the most tackles per game across Europe’s top five leagues with an average of 22.2.

I Made The Right Choice Of Choosing Nigeria Over Germany -Okoye

Nigeria's Super Eagles goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye has insisted that he made the right choice choosing to play for Nigeria over European powerhouse Germany, the country where he was born and raised.
Manager Gernot Rohr took everyone by surprise by handing a debut to the Fortuna Düsseldorf youthful rookie goalkeeper in the 63rd minute of the friendly against Brazil last month after first-choice goalie Francis Uzoho suffered a serious injury.

Etuhu Found Guilty Of Match-fixing Allegation

Former Nigeria's Super Eagles defensive midfielder, Dickson Etuhu has been found guilty of attempted match-fixing by a Swedish appeals court.
The Court of Appeal in Stockholm said in a release on Wednesday that it was clear that Etuhu and an unnamed former player tried to influence AIK keeper Kyriakos "Kenny" Stamatopoulos to fix a match in Sweden's top division in 2017.

2021 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifier: No Shame In Losing To Nigeria -Benin Coach

Benin Republic's Squirrels head coach, Michel Dussuyer admitted that his team lost to a superior opposition following their 2-1 defeat to Nigeria in Wednesday’s 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixture at the Akwa Ibom International Stadium.
The Squirrels took a shock lead in the second minute when captain of the side, Stephan Sessegnon slotted the ball home after he was set up by Joel Dossou.

2021 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifier: Rohr Salutes Super Eagles' Attitude After Comeback Win Against Benin

Nigeria's Super Eagles manager, Gernot Rohr has praised the attitude of his side after coming from behind to claim a 2-1 victory against the Republic of Benin in Wednesday’s 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying game.
Stephane Sessegnon gave the Squirrels the lead two minutes into the match before the Super Eagles rallied back with goals from Victor Osimhen and Samuel Kalu.

Rohr Ready For War With NFF Over His Future

Nigeria's Super Eagles manager, Gernot Rohr is planning to hold showdown talks with the Nigeria Football Federation regarding his future at the end of the year.
The German has stressed that he is not distracted by his contract situation with the Nigerian Federation despite his current deal set to expire in the next seven months, June 2020.

Chukuweze Reveals English Premier League Wish

Nigeria's Super Eagles winger, Samuel Chukwueze has hinted he could leave La Liga side, Villarreal CF for a dream move to the prestigious English Premier League in the future.
Chukuweze has become a regular in the Villarreal side over the last year, also making his Nigeria debut in that time and becoming one of the most sought-after young talents in world football.

2021 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifier: Super Eagles Ready For Benin Test -Troost-Ekong

Nigeria's Super Eagles defender, William Troost-Ekong says the team is battle ready for today’s (Wednesday) 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying clash against the Squirrels of Benin.
The two teams will clash in the matchday-one fixture at the Akwa Ibom International Stadium, Uyo. The kick-off is 5pm.

NFF Officials Can’t Influence My Players' Selection -Rohr

Nigeria's Super Eagles manager, Gernot Rohr has insisted that he will not allow intefrence in his selection of players for the national team.
Nigeria Football Federation president, Amaju Pinnick stated in a television interview on Monday that Rohr would be mandated to reside in Nigeria and monitor the Nigeria Professional Football League as part of the conditions for him to be handed a new contract.

Super Eagles' Return Thrills Musa

Nigeria's Super Eagles captain, Ahmed Musa says he is happy to be back in the team after missing the side’s last two games against Ukraine and Brazil as a result of injury.
Musa recently returned to action for Saudi Arabia an club, Al Nassr after spending three months on the sidelines due to the setback.

2021 AFCON Qualifier: Game Against Benin 'll Be Tough -Rohr

Nigeria's Super Eagles manager, Gernot Rohr says he is expecting a tough battle against the Squirrels of Benin in Wednesday’s 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixture at the Akwa Ibom International Stadium, Uyo.
The three-time African champions put up an impressive performance in their last two international friendlies against Ukraine and Brazil.

2019 Africa U23 Cup of Nations:: Okonkwo, Nwakali, Awoniyi Strike Keep Nigeria's Olympic Hope Alive

Nigeria's U-23 national football national team recorded a thrilling 3-1 victory over Zambia in their second match of this year's U-23 African Cup Of Nations tournament at the All Salam Stadium on Tuesday evening.
Coach Imama Amapakabo made changes to the team that lost to Ivory Coast last time out, with Azubuike Okechukwu, Valentine Ozonwafor, Sincere Seth and Bitok Stephen all coming into the side from the off.

Africa U23 Cup of Nations: Nigeria 'll Progress From Group Stage -Amapakabo

Nigeria's U-23 national football team coach, Imama Amapakabo believes his side can progress beyond the group stage of the 2019 Africa U23 Cup of Nations in Egypt.
The Olympic Eagles will take on Zambia in their second Group B game in the competition at Al Salam Stadium on Tuesday evening.

2021 AFCON Qualifier: Squirrels’ Land In Uyo For Super Eagles Clash

The delegation of the Senior Men National Team of Benin Republic, known as Squirrels, will land in Uyo, capital of Akwa Ibom State on Tuesday, ahead of Wednesday’s 2021 AFCON qualifying duel with the Super Eagles.
Both teams clash at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in the Day One encounter of the qualifying campaign as from 5pm on Wednesday.

Gerrard Salutes Aribo’s Impact In Rangers Win At Livingston

Glasgow Rangers manager, Steven Gerrard has hailed Nigeria's Super Eagles midfielder, Joe Aribo for his impressive performance in Sunday’s 2-0 away win against Livingston at the Tony Macaroni Arena.
Aribo scored Rangers’ opening goal of the encounter in the 33rd minute.

Moses Simon Clinches Nantes Player Of The Month Award

Nigeria's Super Eagles striker, Moses Simon has been awarded FC Nantes player of the month award for October.
The 24 year old bagged the award after putting in impressive display last month, scoring four goals; including a hat-trick against FC Paris in the French Coup de la Ligue.

Lille 'll Decide My Future -Osimhen

Nigeria's Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen has made it clear that Lille will decide whether or not to sell him as from the January transfer window amid speculations linking him with a transfer to Barcelona and English Premier League clubs.
The former junior international is rumored to be on the wish list of the Spanish champions who are looking to sign a replacement for the aging Luis Suarez.

2019 U-23 AFCON: Nigeria’s Olympic Eagles Lose Group B Opener

Nigeria’s bid to qualify for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games football event suffered a disappointing start, following a 1-0 defeat to Cote d’lvoire in their U-23 AFCON first Group B match at the Al Salam Stadium, Cairo, on Saturday.
The Olympic Eagles finished the game with 10-men after centre-back Olisa Ndah was sent off for a poor tackle inside the box 20 minutes from time with Silas Gnaka scoring the resultant penalty kick.

Dennerby Appointed India’s Women U17s Coach

Former Nigeria's senior women national football team, Super Falcons head coach, Thomas Dennerby was appointed head coach of the Indian U-17 women’s team on Saturday.
The vastly experienced tactician will take charge of the hosts at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in 2020.

Latest FIBA Ranking: D’Tigress Ranked 1st In Africa, 16th In The World

Nigeria’s women basketball team, D’Tigress have been ranked the 16th best team in the world and first in Africa according to the latest FIBA ranking released on Friday.
D’Tigress, who won the 2019 AfroBasketball Women’s Championship in Senegal earlier this year defeating the host country in the final, moved three places up in the latest ranking.

Ndidi Makes List Of Europe's Top Ten Most In-form Players

Nigeria's Super Eagles midfielder, Wilfred Ndidi has been included on a list of the top ten most in-form players in the top five European Leagues comprising of the English Premier League, Italian Serie A, Spanish La Liga, German Bundesliga and French Ligue 1.
Based on his last six appearances in the English top-flight, the Nigeria international is the ninth best player in the 2019-2020 form rankings, as revealed by football statistics experts Whoscored.com.