Events and Tournaments

Edo Queens’ journey in the 2024 CAF Women’s Champions League ended in heartbreak as they suffered a 3-1 defeat to TP Mazembe in the semi-finals. Despite dominating the first half, the Nigerian champions struggled to convert their chances, with TP Mazembe goalkeeper Ngoy Mudimbi making crucial saves to keep her team in the game. Edo […]

The inaugural Archbishop Margaret Benson Idahosa Edo State Women’s Football League kicked off on Saturday at the Benson Idahosa University sports ground in Benin City. The vibrant opening ceremony was graced by the First Lady of the Idahosa Dynasty, Rev. Laurie Idahosa, who performed the ceremonial kickoff on behalf of the cup donor, Archbishop Dr

Glory Ogbonna delivered a commanding performance as Beşiktaş Women ended Fenerbahçe’s impressive eight-match unbeaten streak with a 2-0 victory in the Istanbul derby. Goals from Shameeka Fishley and Donjeta Halilaj in the first half secured Beşiktaş’s fifth consecutive win in the Turkish Women’s Football League. Playing away from home, Ogbonna, a Super Falcons defender, showcased

Ike Okorafor, Director of Sports and Chairman of the Sports Management Committee for the 2024 IASC Providus Bank Achievers’ Cup, has praised the tournament’s competitive nature during its first round. Okorafor expressed excitement over the balance and intensity displayed by the teams, promising an even more exciting second round when the tournament resumes after a

Nigeria’s Super Eagles secured a 1-1 draw against Benin’s Cheetahs in a crucial 2025 AFCON qualifier, confirming their place in the tournament as Group D winners. The game, held in Benin, saw Victor Osimhen score a decisive equaliser in the 80th minute after the hosts had taken an early lead through Mohammed Tijani. Benin took

Victor Osimhen of Galatasaray and Ibrahim Olawoyin of Çaykur Rizespor have been honoured with spots in the Sofascore Team of the Week for matchday 12 of the Turkish Super Lig. Osimhen’s powerful brace contributed to Galatasaray’s 3-2 victory over Samsunspor, earning him a standout rating of 9.3. Meanwhile, Olawoyin scored his first goal of the

Edo Queens made an impressive debut in the CAF Women’s Champions League, securing a commanding 3-0 win over Commercial Bank of Ethiopia FC at Casablanca’s Larbi Zaouli Stadium. The Nigerian team set the pace from the start, with Emem Essien netting the opening goal in the 5th minute from a well placed cross by Folashade

Former Super Eagles player Sone Aluko was present on the sidelines as Ipswich Town celebrated a historic 2-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur, marking their first Premier League win in 22 years. Aluko, who recently joined Ipswich’s coaching staff after retiring at the end of the 2023-24 season, was captured celebrating the win at the Tottenham

Josh Maja proved decisive yet again for West Bromwich Albion, scoring his ninth goal of the season to secure a 2-1 victory over Hull City. Maja struck in the 17th minute, doubling West Brom’s lead early in the game. Hull City managed to pull one goal back, but Maja’s strike ultimately stood as the match

With just two days remaining before the kickoff of the fourth edition of the CAF Women’s Champions League WCL in Morocco, the Confederation of African Football CAF has launched a vibrant new logo for the competition. The updated logo, designed to be part of the competition’s identity, draws inspiration from a trophy and embodies the