The Super Eagles of Nigeria maintained 39th position in the latest FIFA World ranking that was released on Thursday, September 19, 2024. In Africa, the Eagles are in sixth position behind the likes of Morocco, Senegal, Egypt, Côte d’Ivoire and Tunisia. The Atlas Lions of Morocco are Africa’s highest ranked team in 14th globally while…
Former Arsenal striker, Jay Emmanuel-Thomas, has been refused bail after he was charged with importing drugs following ‘£600,000 of c@nnabis’ being seized at Stansted Airport in London. The Greenock Morton striker, 33, who joined the club earlier this summer on a free transfer, was arrested at 8am on Wednesday, September 18, after UK Border…
Nigerian forward Victor Olatunji has taken the spotlight in Sparta Prague’s Champions League win over Salzburg, scoring a crucial goal and showing off a viral message that resonated far beyond the football pitch. Sparta thrashed Salzburg 3-0 to get their Champions League campaign off to a flying start. Olatunji doubled Sparta’s lead in the…
Vivian Ibrahim, the founder of Queen Vee Chess Club for IDPs has praised young chess players from the Adamawa State IDP camps featuring in the ongoing National Youth Games in Asaba, Delta State. The young lady credited for introducing the game of chess to the IDP kids in the northeastern states of Nigeria said it…
Former Executive Chairman Gombe State Sports Commission, Malam Farouk Yarma (FNIOB) has splashed a token sum of ₦100, 000 on Munyal Simon Kwairanga. Munyal Kwairanga, Gombe State sole athlete at the National Youth Games in Asaba, Delta State claimed three Gold medals in the Gymnastics. The 13-year-old Munyal came out tops as the overall best…
The intense rivalry between Africa’s top table tennis nations, Egypt and Nigeria, will be reignited at the 2024 ITTF African Championships. This prestigious event will take place in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, from October 12 to 19. Serving as qualifiers for the 2024 ITTF Mixed Team Cup in China and the 2025 World Championships in Qatar,…
Superstar footballer, Cristiano Ronaldo has suffered a viral infection. Saudi Pro League side, Al Nassr confirmed this in a statement. The Saudi Pro League side revealed this in a statement, saying the Portuguese star will miss Al Nassr’s Asian Champions League opener this week at Iraq’s Al Shorta. The statement read: “Al-Nassr captain Cristiano…
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has confirmed that the eighth African Nations Championships will be played from February 1 to 28 in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. This was announced by CAF president, Patrice Motsepe, on Monday. It will be the first time East Africa hosts a continental football competition for national teams, and…
Gigawin, a global crypto casino and sports betting platform, is pleased to announce its partnership with renowned Nigerian Comedian and Actor, MC Lively, who will serve as the platform’s official global Brand Ambassador. This collaboration marks a significant milestone as Gigawin continues to expand its footprint across Africa, providing a dynamic and innovative gaming…
Wilfred Ndidi has praised Jamie Vardy for his performance during Leicester City’s 2-2 draw with Crystal Palace in a Premier League encounter at Selhurst Park on Saturday evening, noting that the striker’s age is irrelevant. Despite his age, Vardy, 37, is showing no signs of slowing down, having netted two goals in the opening four…
