Following the verdict delivered by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) in response to the complaint lodged by the Nigeria Football Federation over the recent inhumane treatment meted out to the Super Eagles in Libya, members of the Nigerian community have reported mass arrests and fines in the country. The Nigerian football team was held […]
Atalanta manager Gian Piero Gasperini has thrown his support behind Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman for the prestigious 2024 Ballon d’Or award. Lookman, 26, enjoyed a phenomenal season with both club and country. He played a pivotal role in Nigeria’s run to the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final, while spearheading Atalanta’s historic Europa League triumph […]
The road to the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025, continues with exciting Matchday 3 action. As 48 teams compete for qualification, the stakes are higher than ever. Starting Thursday, these teams will battle it out across the continent to secure their place in Africa’s premier football tournament. Here are the key facts and figures […]
The Technical Director of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Austin Eguavoen, has refuted reports suggesting that he has resigned as the interim coach of the Nigerian national team. The former Nigerian international was appointed to lead the team in the recent Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 qualifiers against Benin and Rwanda. Eguavoen’s appointment came […]
The journey to the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025, officially begins on Wednesday, September 4, with the first round of qualifiers set to unfold across the African continent. The qualifiers will set the stage for the teams aiming to lift the coveted trophy in Morocco between December 21, 2025, and January 18, 2026. With […]
German tactician Bruno Labbadia has been appointed as the new head coach of Nigeria’s national football team, the Super Eagles. The 58-year-old takes over from Finidi George, who resigned in June following a disappointing run of results. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) confirmed Labbadia’s appointment in a statement on Tuesday morning, announcing, “The NFF Executive […]
Nigeria’s search for a new head coach has reached a critical juncture, with two candidates, Swedish tactician Janne Andersson and French maestro Herve Renard, vying for the coveted position. The Super Eagles have been without a permanent manager since Finidi George’s abrupt departure in May, leaving Nigeria’s national team future uncertain. Andersson, a seasoned coach […]
In a stunning upset that has sent shockwaves through the Olympic basketball tournament, Nigeria’s women’s team has defeated the highly-favored Australian Opals 75-62 in Lille on Monday. This unexpected result has left Australia’s medal aspirations hanging by a thread and highlighted the increasing competitiveness of international basketball. The No. 3-ranked Australian team, led by coach […]
The 2024 Olympics in France got off to a disappointing start for African representatives Nigeria and Zambia, as they lost to Brazil and the USA, respectively, in their opening women’s football matches. Nigeria’s Super Falcons fell 1-0 to Brazil at the Stade de Bordeaux, with Gabi Nunes’ first-half strike proving decisive. Despite a spirited performance, […]
Herve Renard has emerged as a leading candidate for the vacant Nigeria coaching role following the resignation of Finidi George. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is actively seeking a capable replacement after George stepped down due to poor results in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers this month. Freekick Sports understands that, Renard, who is set to […]
