Nigeria’s Men’s Basketball team, D’Tigers, is set to battle for a spot in the 2027 FIBA World Cup, with qualifiers kicking off in November. The team, along with 15 other African nations, will compete for a place in the prestigious global tournament set to take place in Qatar. Following their remarkable comeback to secure a…
The highly anticipated heavyweight showdown between Nigeria’s Efe Ajagba and DR Congo’s Martin Bakole has taken a dramatic turn, with the fight now set to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on May 3. Originally scheduled for New York, the bout has also lost its IBF heavyweight eliminator status following Bakole’s shocking knockout defeat to…
Former Super Eagles striker Julius Aghahowa has weighed in on the Amavubi of Rwanda recent coaching change ahead of their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Nigeria. Both Nigeria and Rwanda have made managerial changes, adding an element of unpredictability to the upcoming encounter. The Super Eagles are now under the leadership of Eric…
Former England and Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher has addressed the heavy criticism he received from African football legends, including Jay-Jay Okocha and Mikel Obi, as well as fans, after his controversial remarks about the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Carragher sparked outrage after suggesting that Mohamed Salah’s chances of winning the Ballon d’Or could be…
Former AS Monaco and Super Eagles forward Victor Ikpeba has expressed doubts about the quality of Nigeria’s current national team players, suggesting they would have struggled to compete during his era. Speaking on the Bet9ja Home Turf, the 1997 CAF Player of the Year stated that football in his time required more talent, passion, and…
Super Falcons and Everton Women midfielder Toni Payne has expressed her delight after being nominated for the Barclays Women’s Super League (WSL) February Player of the Month Award. The 29-year-old midfielder joined Everton from Sevilla last summer and, after a challenging start in England, has begun to find her rhythm with the Merseyside club. Everton…
