…CONCACAF demand review of Infantino's failed FIFA deal UEFA, Concacaf and the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) have accused FIFA of a "fundamental breach of trust" and "deception" over its handling of plans to sell a stake in the World Cup, saying that the episode raises serious questions about the integrity of footb…
…injection as it would weaken the area.""I asked him 'are you telling me I can't play football again, you can say it if you want, trust me if I get an opportunity to be back on the pitch, I'll be back on the pitch'. The last two months of the season I was training every day and he was like 'it is not possible, you shoul…
Arsenal Football Club have confirmed the signing of Brazil International Bruno Guimarães from Newcastle United on a long-term deal ahead of the 2026/27 season. The Premier League Champions confirmed the signing of Guimarães on their official website on Saturday, August 8, 2026, as they continue in their quest to defend…
…her out online; vows to take legal action against his wife, Vivian Former professional footballer John Fashanu has tendered a public apology to his daughter, Amal, who he publicly called out in May this year. In a video he shared back then, Fashanu accused Amal of spreading false claims about his health. He alleged tha…
Cameroon knocked Nigeria out of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in the quarter-finals with a 1-0 scorelineThe Super Falcons failed to reach the WAFCON semi-finals for the first time in the tournament's 14-edition historyNigeria will face South Africa in the African playoff to keep their 2027 FIFA Women's World C…
…following his failed attempt to sell stakes in the World Cup to investors. The world football governing has now claimed there is a “concerted and ongoing effort by some to undermine FIFA and its President.” They warned that speculations should not be presented as facts. The statement read, “Echoing the recent statement…
The Nigeria Football Federation has dismissed the falsehood reports circulating on social media that it has asked FIFA President Gianni Infantino to step down from his position. In a notice posted on its official X handle #thenff on Saturday, the NFF stated “Contrary to reports, especially on social media, #thenff…
Russia bombs one of Ukraine's largest stadiums ahead of top-flight football At least three people, including a child, have been killed in another Russian missile attack near Kyiv, according to Ukrainian officials.The latest strikes came hours after a Russian attack damaged Chornomorets Stadium, one of Ukraine's largest…
12 clubs have been drawn into four groups for the 2026 Nigeria Women Football League, NWFL,Nationwide Championship, DAILY POST reports. The championship will run from Saturday August 15 to Sunday August 23 in Aba. The tournament will produce two teams for promotion to the 2027 NWFL Championship. Group A features Kwara…
…side Neurospark FC. The youngster featured for Nasarawa United in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, last season. Garba impressed during his loan spell with the Solid Miners. He registered three goals and helped Nasarawa United finish in top half of the table. Garba will be playing outside the shores of Nigeria…
…2-1 semi-final defeat by Argentina. The court case comes as Toney continues his football career in Saudi Arabia, with the forward expected to appear before magistrates in September as the legal process begins. His representatives have maintained that he will use the opportunity to clear his name.
John Obi Mikel, the celebrated Nigerian football legend, is known for his illustrious career on the pitch, but his personal life is equally intriguing. At its centre is his stunning and business-savvy partner, Olga Diyachenko. She is a Russian entrepreneur and former model and has been with Mikel for over a decade.Form…
…and the alleged missing medal, 30 years after leading Nigeria’s Dream Team to Olympic football gold at Atlanta ’96, The PUNCH reports. Nwobodo, who served as the first executive Governor of Anambra State between 1979 and 1983, was appointed Minister of Youth and Sports in 1995 during the military administration of the…
Police raid South Korea's football HQ as part of probe into woeful World Cup campaign. Police in South Korea raided the country's football association on Thursday as part of a probe into the appointment of the coach who oversaw their woeful World Cup campaign. According to AFP, police conducted 'search and seizure oper…
International footballer, 27, k!lled at home after being attacked by gang An international footballer has been k!lled outside of his home after he was attacked by a gang wielding paving stones. David Owori, 27, was one of Uganda's most recognisable footballers. He was k!lled in Kampala when robbers attempted to steal h…
…fair. The next guy that I was dating, I was madly in love with. He was a professional football player from the South. Six months into the relationship, the real him showed up.Here is what is actually documented about her past relationships.Flo Rida (2011 - 2012)Melyssa Ford and Flo Rida attend the BET Awards at The Shr…
…FIFA said it would work with relevant stakeholders to explore ways of further supporting football development through the FIFA Forward programme. The programme will continue to focus on benefiting FIFA’s 211 Member Associations, as well as the confederations and regional associations. FIFA also highlighted the successf…
Footballer, 15, shot d£ad 'by mistake' after friendly match A 15-year-old footballer was shot de@d "by mistake" after playing in a friendly match. Former SÀ£o Paulo youth player Micael Leandro da Silva was k!lled after a TaÀ§a das Grotas amateur football tournament game. According to police, he was not the intended tar…
…plan with FIFA’s senior management team “should be fatal” to his tenure leading world football’s governing body. “This is not how you run any business, a small business, let alone something that is a global responsibility like football,” Carney told reporters in Toronto. Infantino held emergency talks earlier Wednesday…
Chelsea leads EPL clubs in net spending this summer (Top 5) Chelsea football club of England currently leads all Premier League clubs in net spending this summer transfer window. According to Polymarket Sports, the Blues have spent £217 million in signing new players. The Premier League west London club is ahead of Tot…
African footballers continue to command huge salaries at some of the world’s biggest clubs, with stars in Europe and the Saudi Pro League featuring prominently among the continent’s highest earners. From established names such as Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mane to younger stars including Achraf Hakimi and Omar Marmoush, t…
…varsity.The septuagenarian disclosed that he went back to school after he retired as a football coach because of his passion for education.Mother of 5 returns to schoolMeanwhile, Legit.ng also reported that a Nigerian mother made her children proud after she returned to school in a bid to further her education.The woma…
…Egbueje spotted enjoying a luxury holiday on a Greek island at the same time Nigerian football star Victor Osimhen is also vacationing there Popular Nigerian Socialite Sophia Egbueje has been spotted enjoying a luxury holiday on a Greek island at the same time Nigerian football star Victor Osimhen is also vacationing t…
…United, Real Madrid, and Juventus, is set to marry this weekend. The Portuguese footballer will wed his long-time partner, Georgina Rodriguez, on August 8. Ronaldo is expected to exchange vows with Rodriguez on the island of Madeira this Saturday, August 8.The couple has chosen to hold their wedding in Funchal, the cap…
…a 13 man list on the EPL website on Tuesday disclosed this. Ahead of the 2026/27 football season in the EPL, Fulham have strengthened their squad by signing two players from Real Madrid—22-year-old striker Gonzalo García and 21-year-old attacking midfielder César Palacios. According to Reuters, García joined on a repor…