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CAF announces date for WAFCON 2026 draw
The Confederation of African Football, CAF, has announced the date for the draw ceremony of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. Morocco’s capital, Rabat will host the draw on Thursday, 15 January, 2026. 16 teams will participate in the competition for the first time. Hosts Morocco and defending champions Nigeria are among the teams […] CAF announces date for WAFCON 2026 draw
Wed, 07 Jan 2026
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Transfer: Nwaiwu completes move to Turkish club Trabzonspor
Trabzonspor have announced the signing of Nigerian defender Chibuike Nwaiwu, DAILY POST reports. Nwaiwu joined the Turkish Super Lig outfit from Austrian club Wolfsberger AC. The 22-year-old put pen to paper on a four-and-a-half-year after successfully completing his medicals in Istanbul. Trabzonspor paid Wolfsberger AC €5.5 for the player. Nwaiwu’s arrival increased the number of […] Transfer: Nwaiwu completes move to Turkish club Trabzonspor
Wed, 07 Jan 2026
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NNL: Umaru Maggi leaves Niger Tornadoes for Ranchers Bees
Ranchers Bees have completed the signing of midfielder Umaru Maggi for the second stanza of the Nigeria National League, NNL, season. The Kaduna-based club announced Maggi’s arrival at a brief ceremony. Maggi joined the Bees from Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, side Niger Tornadoes. “We are delighted to announce our second winter signing Hassan Umar […] NNL: Umaru Maggi leaves Niger Tornadoes for Ranchers Bees
Wed, 07 Jan 2026
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NPFL: Meyiwa leaves Niger Tornadoes after six months
Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, side Niger Tornadoes have parted ways with midfielder Meyiwa Oritseweyinmi. Meyiwa leaves the Ikon Allah Boys barely six months after joining from Bendel Insurance. He managed only two appearances Majin Mohammed’s side during his time at the club. Meyiwa expressed gratitude to the club after his departure. “Meyiwa Oritseweyinmi thanked […] NPFL: Meyiwa leaves Niger Tornadoes after six months
Wed, 07 Jan 2026
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Transfer: Romano clears air on Chelsea’s plot to sign Vinicius
Football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano has dismissed reports of Chelsea’s move to sign Vinicius from Real Madrid. Reports had emerged that the Premier League west London club is planning to bring the Brazilian international to Stamford Bridge amid the ongoing January transfer window. It added that the Blues are ready to make a £135million bid […] Transfer: Romano clears air on Chelsea’s plot to sign Vinicius
Wed, 07 Jan 2026
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AFCON 2025: CAF names Somali official for Super Eagles vs Algeria
The Confederation of African, CAF, has appointed Somali referee Omar Artan for the quarter-final fixture between the Super Eagles and Algeria. Artan is one of the referees selected for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He is widely regarded as one of the most respected referees in Africa. The Super Eagles and Algeria will clash at […] AFCON 2025: CAF names Somali official for Super Eagles vs Algeria
Wed, 07 Jan 2026
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AFCON 2025: Super Eagles players refuse to travel for Algeria game over bonuses
Super Eagles players and coaches have refused to travel to Marrakech due to unpaid bonuses. This was revealed by BBC Africa journalist, Oluwashina Okeleji, who is in Morocco. Nigeria are billed to take on Algeria in the quarter-final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Saturday evening. But it is understood they have not […] AFCON 2025: Super Eagles players refuse to travel for Algeria game over bonuses
Wed, 07 Jan 2026
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NNL: Bassey reveals mission with Yobe Deserts Stars
Newly appointed Yobe Desert Stars technical adviser, Patrick Bassey, has promised to build a competitive squad that reflect the club’s pride. Yobe Desert Stars recorded three wins and four defeats in seven matches in the first round. Bassey has been tasked with reviving the club’s fortunes in the second stanza. “I am honoured to join […] NNL: Bassey reveals mission with Yobe Deserts Stars
Wed, 07 Jan 2026
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EPL: They lack dynamism – Harry Redknapp predicts scoreline of Arsenal vs Liverpool
Harry Redknapp, former Tottenham Hotspur manager, has predicted a 3-1 victory for Arsenal against Liverpool in their upcoming Premier League match at the Emirates Stadium on Thursday. Redknapp insisted the Reds has been lacking dynamism in their offensive attacking style of play despite the talent within their squad. In his comments on BetVictor, Redknapp said, […] EPL: They lack dynamism – Harry Redknapp predicts scoreline of Arsenal vs Liverpool
Wed, 07 Jan 2026
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AFCON 2025: Osimhen back in Super Eagles training after Lookman clash
Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen, was spotted in training with the rest of the squad on Wednesday. It was reported that Osimhen threatened to leave camp and return to his base in Turkey. The Galatasaray striker was involved in a bust-up on the pitch with team-mate Ademola Lookman during the 4-0 win over Mozambique in […] AFCON 2025: Osimhen back in Super Eagles training after Lookman clash
Wed, 07 Jan 2026
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NNL: Yobe Desert Stars unveil Patrick Bassey as new technical adviser
Patrick Bassey has been unveiled as the new technical adviser of Nigeria National League, NNL, side Yobe Desert Stars. Yobe Desert Stars unveiled the new tactician in a brief ceremony at their headquarters. Bassey managed Ranchers Bees at the start of the 2025-26 NNL season. He left the Kaduna-based club after just three games into […] NNL: Yobe Desert Stars unveil Patrick Bassey as new technical adviser
Wed, 07 Jan 2026
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EPL: ‘He’s a better choice’ – Scholes names manager Chelsea should’ve appointed over Rosenior
Manchester United legend, Paul Scholes, has insisted that Chelsea should have appointed Como coach Cesc Fabregas over Liam Rosenior as the Blues’ new manager. Scholes believes Fabregas, a former Chelsea midfielder, should have been a better choice for the Premier League west London club compared to Rosenior. Speaking on The Good, The Bad & The […] EPL: ‘He’s a better choice’ – Scholes names manager Chelsea should’ve appointed over Rosenior
Wed, 07 Jan 2026
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