The anticipation for the much-awaited 2023 NFF/TANGO Federation Cup Final is reaching its peak as football enthusiasts from across the country gather in Asaba, Delta State. Amidst this exciting atmosphere, the newly elected Chairman of the Osun State Football Association, Mr. Sola Fanawopo, took the opportunity to meet with the President of the Nigerian Football…
Ikorodu City Football Club has exciting news to share with football enthusiasts and aspiring players alike. The club, in a statement released via it’s Twitter account announced its partnership with renowned European football giants, FC Barcelona and Atletic Sant Just Futbol Club (ATSJ) of Spain, for the inaugural edition of the Lagos City Cup. This…
Sola Fanawopo: The New Chairman of the Osun State Football Association and a Champion of Community Development and Grassroots Sports. Mr. Sola Fanawopo is a distinguished individual known for his expertise as a chartered public administrator and his unwavering commitment to community development. With a deep passion for sports, particularly football, Mr. Fanawopo has been…
In his manifesto titled “Welcome to Possibilities: A New Deal for Osun Football,” the newly elected Chairman of the Osun State Football Association, Mr Sola Fanawopo presented a comprehensive plan to transform Osun State Football into a thriving hub of soccer activities. In this article, Futball Naija outlines the seven key priorities highlighted in his…
In the world of football, goalkeepers are often regarded as the last line of defense, entrusted with the critical task of keeping the opposition from scoring. However, even the most skilled and experienced goalkeepers are not immune to making mistakes. One such goalkeeper who has faced his fair share of scrutiny is Francis Uzoho, a…
According to a report from Spanish media outlet TV GUIA, it has been revealed that Cristiano Ronaldo, the Portuguese forward, and his girlfriend, Georgina Rodriguez, have reached an agreement wherein Rodriguez would receive financial support of €100,000 per month if they were to separate. Georgina Rodriguez has been in a relationship with Cristiano Ronaldo since…
Nigerian Referee killed by lightning strike during a friendly match in Niger A tragic incident occurred during a friendly football match in Madalla town, Niger State, resulting in the death of a referee who was struck by lightning. The referee, known among football fans as Mustafa Coach 02 and reportedly affiliated with the Nigerian Football…
In a surprising revelation, Maria Dolores dos Santos Aveiro, Cristiano Ronaldo’s mother, has disclosed that she initially considered terminating her pregnancy with him. She referred to him as an “unwanted baby” but her strong religious beliefs led her to choose against the procedure. The revelation was first made in her 2014 autobiography, where she stated…
Fábio Henrique Tavares, also known as Fabinho, is a professional Brazilian footballer who currently plays as a defensive midfielder for Liverpool in the English Premier League and the Brazilian national team. After beginning his career at Fluminense, he transferred to Rio Ave in 2012. During his time there, he was loaned out to Real Madrid…
Footballing star Ngolo Kante recently engaged in an exclusive interview with Football First on The 5th Stand app, discussing a range of intriguing topics from his childhood. During the interview, Kante disclosed that if he were in charge of Chelsea, he would choose to sign John Terry. In this exclusive feature on the app, Kante…
Here are ten players to watch as the Nigeria Professional Football League progresses in the 2019/2020 season: Amia Kenneth Kumbur: Amia, known as the new Jay Jay Okocha, caught the attention of Kano Pillars’ management during a preseason tournament match. He joined Kano Pillars from Lobi Stars on a two-year deal and is a commanding…