Francisca Ordega, born on October 19, 1993, in Gboko, Benue State, is a celebrated Nigerian female footballer renowned for her exceptional talent, versatility, and dedication to the sport. With a career spanning over a decade, Ordega has established herself as one of the most successful and traveled female footballers in Nigeria. Ordega’s football journey began…
The Nigeria Football Federation has successfully organized this year’s FIFA Member Associations’ Technical and Physical Instructors Course at the MKO Abiola National Stadium, Abuja with the President of Nigeria Referees Association, Hon. Sani Zubairu expressing gratitude to the NFF leadership for the robust support offered to ensure the success of the programme. “We thank God…
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has officially announced the commencement and conclusion dates for the 2025/2026 season. According to Hon. Gbenga Elegbeleye, Chairman of the NPFL, the season is set to begin on Friday, August 22, 2025, and will come to a close on Sunday, May 24, 2026. The season will span approximately 9…
The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup is set to kick off on June 15, not June 14 as initially confirmed, with the tournament running until July 13, 2025. This highly anticipated event will feature 32 top football clubs from six confederations (AFC, CAF, Concacaf, Conmebol, OFC, and UEFA) from around the world, competing across 11…
No fewer than 168 women’s international fixtures have been contested globally since 6 March this year, when the previous edition of the FIFA/Coca-Cola Women’s World Ranking was published. While the USA continue to lead the way three months on, there has been plenty of movement further down the standings. Indeed, the gap at the top…
The National Association of Women in Sports (NAWIS) has commended the National Sports Commission (NSC) for its supervisory role in the recent election of Fatima Yusuf-Olukoju as the NAWIS representative to the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) board. Following the election, which took place in Abuja, the NSC Director General, Hon. Bukola Olopade, held a…
Lagos, Nigeria – The Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF) is proud to announce the Stallions Sevens squad that will represent the country at the 2025 Rugby Africa Men’s Sevens Tournament in Mauritius. The team will compete against top rugby sevens nations from Africa, vying for a coveted spot in the 2025 World Rugby AfricaAfter an…
Lagos, Nigeria – In a thrilling conclusion to the All Stars Super Cup, Liberty All Stars emerged victorious, defeating arch-rivals Evergreen All Star FC 2-1 at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena Onikan, Lagos, on Saturday, May 31st. The highly anticipated match was a closely contested affair, with both teams displaying their skills and determination. However, Liberty…
In a thrilling conclusion to the UEFA Champions League, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) emerged as the new king of European football, trouncing Inter Milan 5-0 in the highly anticipated final. The match was a masterclass display of skill, strategy, and teamwork, leaving fans in awe. As the final whistle blew, fans across the globe, including in…
The 22nd National Sports Festival, Gateway Games Ogun 2024, was a resounding success that showcased Nigeria’s sporting prowess. Held in Ogun State, the event brought together athletes from across the country, promoting unity, camaraderie, and healthy competition. The festival’s opening ceremony was a grand spectacle, with dignitaries such as Hon. Sunday Dare, Special Adviser to…
