…on October 26, 2026, at the London Palladium Theatre, marked the first time the global soccer gala was hosted outside of France-arranged in the UK to honor the 70th anniversary of the inaugural winner, England's Stanley Matthews. The Sócrates Award honors football players for outstanding humanitarian contributions, soc…

…some communities. The campaign featured an advocacy rally on Saturday and a para-soccer tournament involving polio survivors on Friday as part of activities marking the 2026 World Polio Day. The rally began at the Specialist Hospital in Sokoto, passed through Marina and Gobirawa, and returned to the hospital, with part…

…ineligible player against Nigeria in 2026 W’Cup qualifier — Report The apex world soccer governing body, FIFA, knew that the Democratic Republic of Congo fielded an ineligible player in the 2026 World Cup qualifier game played against the Super Eagles of Nigeria, The New York Times has learnt. The match, which was held…

Poland striker Robert Lewandowski has broken Cristiano Ronaldo's record as the oldest player to score a hat-trick in the UEFA Nations League.The 38-year-old was on target three times as Poland thrashed Romania 6-0 in Warsaw. Lewandowski scored in the 24th, 47th and 86th minutes to complete his hat-trick and set a new a…

…culture. “Whether it’s Nigerian food, whether it’s Nigerian music, whether it’s Nigerian soccer players, we know that Nigeria is a part of our life,” Mamdani said. “When we look across this city, we look at what we love, we know that so much of it was made possible because of Nigerian New Yorkers like you.” Mamdani cit…

…defending African champions Senegal to sharpen their preparations for their Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixture against Ghana, the Nigeria Football Federation said on Friday. Sand Eagles head coach, Abdullahi Isa, described the matches as an important test for his side, which he said had been affected…

AC Milan star Zachary Athekame became cap-tied to Switzerland after featuring in their 3-0 win over North Macedonia in the UEFA Nations LeagueNigeria had hoped to convince the Geneva-born right-back, who is eligible through his Nigerian father, to represent the Super EaglesAthekame's senior debut was impressive as he p…

Victor Osimhen touched down in Lagos on a private jet on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, weeks after pulling out of the Super Eagles squad with a groin injuryThe Galatasaray striker reportedly spends between ₦60.75 million and ₦81 million on private jet charters for each Istanbul-to-Lagos tripOsimhen opened up about why h…

Nine Nigeria-eligible players sealed moves on transfer deadline day, spanning clubs across England, Italy, Germany and the NetherlandsTosin Adarabioyo left Chelsea for local rivals Tottenham Hotspur, while David Ozoh ended a 13-year spell at Crystal PalaceTim Iroegbunam joined Hull City on a five-year deal to become a …

University soccer star Karoline Heintz stabbed to d£ath by her boyfriend and his mum helped dispose of body A Pennsylvania college soccer star was allegedly st@bbed to de@th by her boyfriend, who claimed "demons" told him to do it, after which he got his mom to help him dispose of the body. Karoline Heintz was found d…

…Argentina coach, Roberto Ayala, also got a three-game ban and $30,000 fine.The Argentina soccer federation was fined $110,000 for a range of incidents during the World Cup including players carrying a political banner about the Falkland Islands after the semifinal win against England, and discriminatory chants by fans.…

…stepping in to protect his brother. Tumusifu Bazirake, 19, from Arizona, was playing soccer against a group of strangers at Sueno Park in Phoenix on Aug. 6 at around 8 p.m. when several suspects attacked him after the game, according to the Phoenix Police Department. His brother, Jeanpaul, who was playing alongside him…

…Cup final with Infantino last month. Trump’s backing of Infantino is at odds with US Soccer, who joined the voices lining up against the FIFA president. Infantino launched, and then withdrew in the face of scathing criticism, a plan to bring private investment into FIFA competitions, including World Cups. FIFA hit back…

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…

…first weeks with the Florida club, took his tally in the competition for Major League Soccer and Mexican Liga MX sides to a record 14 goals. David Rodriguez gave San Luis the lead in the fourth minute but Messi equalized seven minutes later. Venezuelan midfielder Telasco Segovia edged Miami ahead in the 26th minute. Me…

…correspondent obtained this on Tuesday in a release on the FIFA website, noting that US Soccer announced on Monday. The Argentine tactician’s previous deal expired after the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where he guided the United States to the Round of 16 in the tournament they co-hosted. Announcing the extension, U.S. Soccer…

…Casemiro’s replacement. Casemiro left the Red Devils this summer and joined Major League Soccer side, Inter Miami. Speaking to BoyleSports, Heskey believes Michael Carrick’s side will challenge the likes of Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester City for the Premier League title this season if they sign the Argentina World…

…An insider told the Post: 'He wanted to get online with the secretary and talk about how soccer can be a form of soft power for America. But we all know that it is about job protection. It is not about anything else at this point.' A second source described Infantino as feeling 'isolated' by the 'avalanche' of negativi…

…Saturday after his senior adviser, who sat on a White House panel, resigned and Asia's soccer body joined Europe and North America in opposing it. Infantino had proposed creating a $20 billion company to run the World Cup with private investors, but drew backlash that grew every day since Tuesday's announcement. "We mu…

…Special Advisor Carlos Cordeiro. The former investment banker and ex-head of the US Soccer Federation did not mince his words. “Let me be clear: I had no involvement in this proposal, and I oppose it unequivocally. “It is a bad deal for FIFA’s member associations, a bad deal for football, and a bad deal for the long-te…

…Satellites 4-2 in their opening game.Chelsea's interest in AdelekeHamza told allnigeriasoccer.com that Adeleke has already had trial stints at Stamford Bridge and with French top-flight club Strasbourg, leaving favourable impressions on the coaching staff at both clubs."He trained with Chelsea. From the training sessio…

Cape Verde star Sidny Lopes Cabral claimed the 2026 FIFA World Cup goal of the tournament award after his stunning strike against ArgentinaThe goal came during a dramatic Round of 32 clash that stretched to 120 minutes, with Lopes responding to Argentina's extra-time openerFIFA confirmed the goal beat competition from …

Cristiano Ronaldo is set to star in and executive produce a fictional TV drama about a UK soccer agent called Stanley DaltonKingsman director Matthew Vaughn is collaborating with Ronaldo on the project, which has already begun filming in LondonThierry Henry and rapper Dave are among the big names reportedly set to feat…

…was finalized, life looked… normal, in a messy way. School, homework, appointments, soccer, arguments over screen time.The house was loud and alive.One morning, I dropped them off at school and daycare and came home to start work.Half an hour later, the doorbell rang. I wasn't expecting anyone.A woman in a dark suit st…

…the league, having previously established himself there before a stint in Major League Soccer. Okechukwu Azubuike, one of Nigeria’s standout performers at the 2016 Rio Olympics, is also without a club after leaving Turkish side Erzurumspor, and is expected to explore opportunities in the Middle East. Josh Maja remains…