Saturday, 6 December 2014

Ministry, General Congress Okay NFF Election Annulment

Sports Ministry and the general congress of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Friday joined the National Assembly in dismissing the minority verdict delivered on Thursday by Chairman of the NFF Electoral Appeals’ Committee, Okey Ajunwa, which countered the decision of majority of the members of the panel on Wednesday.

Manchester City Working On Iheanacho's Work Permit

English Premier League champions, Manchester City are confident Nigerian youth international, Kelechi Iheanacho, will be issued a work permit. 

Arsenal Boss Careful On Sanchez

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger admits he may have to carefully monitor the fitness of in-form striker Alexis Sanchez.

No Rift With Adebayor Says Pochettino

Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino insists he has a good relationship with Emmanuel Adebayor.

No Focus On Newcastle Hoodoo Says Mourinho

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho insists he has no intentions of focusing on a personal hoodoo against Newcastle United this weekend.

Wenger Not Bothered By Shawcross Comments

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is not too perturbed by comments made by Stoke City captain Ryan Shawcross this week.

Van Gaal Denies Lavish Winter Spending

Louis van Gaal has hit out at claims that he is planning to spend big for Manchester United in the near future.

Matic's Loss: Chelsea will Cope Says Mourinho

Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho is expecting his side to brush off the absence of Nemanja Matic this weekend.

Friday, 5 December 2014

Adama Bags Another Award

The Chairman of Kogi State football clubs, Kogi United and Confluence Queens, Honourable Abdul Adama has been recognized once again with an award for his outstanding performance and contribution to humanity.

Club Owners Pay Condolences Tp Families Of Gusau And Bello


The Association of Premier League Club chairmen and Managers (Club Owners) will officially pay a condolence visit to the families of two of its members late Alh. Shehu Gusau and late Dr Ayo Bello respectively who died this year.

Unheralded Lad To Team Up With Dream Team VI

Apam Shown The Exit

Onyekachi Apam's hope of resurrecting his career has suffered a set back after Major League Soccer (MLS) side, Seattle Sounders, released him and two other Nigerians from the current squad.

Falcons Delegation Arrives Ottawa For World Cup Draws

The Super Falcons delegation have arrived Ottawa, capital of Canada for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2015.

Mass Exodus To Hit Manchester United

Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal is preparing for a
major clearout.

All Set For Women's World Cup Draw

On Saturday 6 December, the eyes of the football world will turn to Ottawa, the capital of Canada, for the Final Draw for the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup.

My Boys Are In Top Form Says Ejor

Coach Audu Adamu Ejor of the Sand Eagles says the 18 players he invited for the 2014 COPA Lagos International Beach Soccer tournament have reported to camp for training.

Bruce Praises Resurgent Aluko

Steve Bruce beamed at Sone Aluko’s return to form after an impressive cameo helped Hull City snatch a 1-1 Premier League draw at Everton.

Thursday, 4 December 2014

Iheanacho, Success 45 Other Foreign Based Players Invited To U23 Training Camp


Coach Samson Siasia has invited 47 foreign based players to the camp of the national U-23 men's football team, Dream Team VI for screening.

Mourinho: Drogba Will Remain At Stamford Bridge

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho was full of praise for Didier Drogba after he scored in Wednesday night’s 3-0 win over Tottenham.

Vertonghen Is A Poor Defender


Tim Sherwood is of the belief that Tottenham’s Jan Vertonghen is a ‘poor’ defender.

Yomi Unveiled As Kogi United Coach

Ahead of the 2014/2015 Nigeria National League (NNL) season, the management of Kogi United FC has appointed former Chelsea Football FC, U-18 trainer, Yomi Godwin Elijah, as their new head coach.

Bayelsa Queens In Money Hold Up

The Nigeria Women Premier League season might have been concluded, but Bayelsa Queens are still in camp, according to sources close to Futball Galore.

Wenger Pleased With Gunners

Arsene Wenger was delighted to see his Arsenal side register
another clean sheet on Wednesday night.

Uche Not Obsessed At Scoring


Villarreal are now in a streak of four consecutive matches without a loss. The side’s latest triumph came on Sunday against Córdoba, and Ikechukwu Uche admitted that the win was important.

EPL Clubs Battle For Young Alli

Keshi Has Been Paid Says Ministry

Wednesday, 3 December 2014

Martins Misses Out On MLS Award

Nigerians will be left disappointed as LA Galaxy forward Robbie Keane has been named Major League Soccer's Most Valuable Player for the 2014 season, the league announced Wednesday.

City Run Riot Over Sunderland

Sergio Aguero's masterclass helped Manchester City to a 4-1 Premier League victory over Sunderland at the Stadium of Light.

Chelsea Power Past Spurs

Didier Drogba got on the scoresheet as Premier League leaders Chelsea made light of Diego Costa's absence in a 3-0 win over Tottenham.

Sanchez Rescues Gunners

Alexis Sanchez scored a late winner as Arsenal finally broke a spirited Southampton to claim a 1-0 Premier League victory on Wednesday.

Aluko Snatch Draw For Tigers

Hull City ended their losing run in the Premier League as Sone Aluko's strike secured a hard-earned 1-1 draw at Everton on Wednesday.

LVG: United Will Make FA Cup A Priority

Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal has set them a target of winning the FA Cup this season.

EPL Clubs Monitoring New Neymar

Premier League clubs are monitoring Santos sensation Gabriel Barbosa.

Martins Listed In MLS XI

Nigeria international Obafemi Akinwunmi Martins has been named in the Major League Soccer (MLS) XI for the year 2014.

Ideye's Coach Under Fire

West Bromwich Albion fans turned on manager Alan Irvine during defeat at home to West Ham United.

Zizou: Henry Deserve One More National Team Call Up

Real Madrid Castilla coach Zinedine Zidane feels France should select Thierry Henry one more time.

LVG Admits Frustration Despite United Win

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal admitted
frustration with their performance in victory over Stoke City.

DSS Supremo Annointed By Club Chiefs For NNL Seat

Club Chairmen in the Nigeria National league have come together to give support to DSS FC of Kaduna chairman, Sunday Adeleye to run for the chairmanship position of NNL in the board of the Nigeria Football Fedration.

Degla Team Spirit Delights Ohawuchi

Nigeria striker Stanley Ohawuchi has hailed the fighting spirit and effort showed by Wadi Degla in the club's late stunner at Al Mokawloon on Tuesday.

Gerard Inspires Reds, As United Continue Resurgence

Steven Gerrard responded well to recent criticism by helping Liverpool to a 3-1 come-from-behind win over Leicester City on Tuesday night.

CAC To Immotalize Late Obadare

Members of the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) from all parts of the world have finalized plans to immortalize the late renowned evangelist and founder of the World Soul Winning Evangelical Mission, WOSEM Apostle prophet Timothy Obadare with a soccer  competition to be competed among youths within the Southwest geo-political zone of the nation.

Fire Snap Up Kennedy Igboananike



Chicago Fire have captured Kennedy Igboananike as their latest Designated Player.

Idoko Ends Ties With Ondo State

Mike Idoko, Director, Technical and Administration of the Ondo State Football Agency has quit his position after his five-year deal with the agency ended.

Ostersunds Snap Up Michael

Omoh Michael, has joined Swedish side Ostersunds FK on a three-year deal for an undisclosed sum.

Spurs Musn't Think About Poor Record Says Pochettino



Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino wants his side to not worry about their shocking record at Stamford Bridge.

Mourinho: We Trust Drogba And Remy

Jose Mourinho is confident that Diego Costa’s suspension will not affect Chelsea too much.

Gyan: No One Deserves African Footballer Of The Year Than Me

Asamoah Gyan believes he is the best candidate to win the 2014 African Player of the Year award.

Tuesday, 2 December 2014

Ejor Lists 18 For COPA Lagos Camping


Head coach of the Nigeria Beach Soccer Team, Audu Ejor has released a provisional squad of 18 players in preparation for the 4th Edition of the COPA Lagos billed to take place from 12th-14th December.

Olujohungbe Satisfied With Sunshine Queens' Performance

Sunshine Queens head coach, Kayode Olujohungbe has hailed the performance of his team in the just concluded 2013/14 Nigeria Women Premier League (NWPL).

Fabidun Emerges Chairman, Promises To Reposition Ondo Referees Council

The newly elected Chairman, Ondo State Referees Council, Mr. Fidelis Fabidun has promised to reposition the council to meet its standard.

LVG: Falcao Will Be Given More Playing Time

Radamel Falcao will be given more minutes for Manchester United this week according to manager Louis van Gaal.

Mourinho Laments Biase Rules

Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho says Uefa's Financial Fair Play rules have put the Blues at a disadvantage against long-standing top clubs.

Super Mario To Be Investigated

Mario Balotelli is being investigated by the Football Association after posting an alleged anti-Semitic Tweet.

Aguero Bags Supporters' Award

Sergio Aguero has been named Player of the Year at the 2014 Football Supporters’ Federation awards.

CR7, Messi And Neuer Listed For FIFA Award

Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo, Barcelona ace Lionel Messi and Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer have been confirmed as the three finalists for the Ballon d’Or, with the winner to be unveiled on January 12.

Brahimi Pips Enyeama To BBC Gong

Yacine Brahimi has been voted the BBC African Footballer of the Year 2014 ahead of Super Eagles captain Vincent Enyeama.

Chicago Rues Heartland Continental Ticket Miss

Chinedu Efugh has stated said that late preparation for the the 2013/2014 Nigeria Premier League cost the Heartland FC a continental ticket.

Nigerian Duo Listed For CAF Award