Nigerian Football News

Former Nigerian international, Mutiu Adepoju, has highlighted the challenges that lie ahead for the Super Eagles in the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. According to Adepoju, the matches against South Africa and Benin are expected to be particularly difficult. Nigeria is set to face South Africa on June 3rd, 2024, followed by a game […]

Sporting Lagos secured a thrilling 4-2 victory over Abia Warriors at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, marking their first win under the guidance of new coach Abdullahi Biffo. This match day 32 fixture was a rebound from their previous 2-0 loss to Katsina United, showcasing an impressive performance by the Lagos based team. The action kicked

Odion Ighalo, the renowned former Super Eagles striker, has openly discussed the possibility of retiring within the next three years. Currently playing for Al Wehda in the Saudi Pro League, the 34 year old shared his thoughts during a recent interview with Oma Sports TV. Having made his mark as a senior player for Nigeria

In a dramatic finish to their last Conference C match, Nasarawa United Football Club secured their spot in the Super Eight Play off of the 2023-24 Nigeria National League, thanks to a game changing equalizer from Terdoo Shimagande. Just two minutes after Zamfara United took the lead with a goal from Namadi Ahmad in the

The Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL has confirmed the rescheduling of the matchday 21 fixture between Rivers United and Remo Stars. Initially postponed due to Rivers United’s engagements in the CAF Confederation Cup, the match has been rescheduled for Sunday, May 5. Davidson Owumi, the NPFL Chief Operating Officer, announced the new date in a

Ekiti United, competing in the Nigeria National League NNL, has dramatically dismissed its entire coaching staff after a severe 5-0 defeat against Smart City FC at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Lagos. Positioned 10th in the league with just 17 points, this bold move underscores the club’s desperation for a turnaround in fortunes. In a swift

The Super Eagles are set to face Benin in a pivotal fourth round encounter of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. This clash will unfold at the Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium in Abidjan, a venue where the Nigerian team experienced significant success during the recent AFCON tournament, defeating Guinea Bissau, Angola, and Cameroon to advance to

Following a grave breach of security protocols, Gateway United FC has faced significant penalties from the Nigeria National League NNL. The club, after their supporters attack a referee post a goalless match with Ikorodu City, will have to shift their home ground to Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin for future matches. This move meant to safeguard

Maureen Madu, a celebrated former international, has voiced her strong opinion against the inclusion of more home based players in the Super Falcons squad for the upcoming 2024 Paris Olympics. Madu emphasized that the national team should consist of the finest and fittest players, irrespective of their playing base, as Nigeria faces formidable opponents such

The Nigeria National League NNL, facing financial challenges, is actively soliciting support from the corporate sector to bolster the quality and competitiveness of the country’s second tier football league. George Aluo, the NNL Chairman, stressed the crucial need for corporate sponsorship, drawing parallels to the support the Nigerian Professional Football League NPFL receives from GTI.