Coach Adeleke Abdulrasheed Adediran’s journey in football has been a testament to his unwavering dedication to the sport, both as a player and as a coach. His extensive experience and notable achievements especially at grassroots level, reflect his commitment to the development of the beautiful game. As he aspires to chair the Nigeria Football Coaches…
Ladies in Sports (LIS) on Friday in Lagos bided a fond sendforth to legendary Super Falcons Forward Desire Oparanozie, who announced her retirement from the round leather game, last month at the age of 29. The event was partnered by Nike and Coca-Cola and took place at the Nike Store, City Mall, Ikeja, in attendance…
NWFL: Accolades Galore For Aisha Falode As Amaju, Akinwunmi, Falcons Players, Others Give Kudos For Her Unmatched Efforts And Drive. A Board member of the Nigerian Football Federation and the immediate past Chairperson of Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL), Aisha Falode, on Tuesday got all-round praises as she accounted for her leadership of the Nigerian…
NPFL’s CAF B License Requirement The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) recently made headlines with its decision to mandate all Head Coaches to possess the Confederation of African Football (CAF) B Licence. This bold move by the league’s Chief Operating Officer, Davidson Owumi, has ignited discussions across the football landscape, and in my opinion, it…
When it comes to the beautiful game of soccer, the battlefield upon which the drama unfolds is as crucial as the players themselves. But what do we actually call this battleground? Is it a soccer field or a soccer pitch? And just how large is it? Let’s dive into the world of soccer fields and…
Soccer, known as football in many parts of the world, is a sport that captivates millions with its dynamic gameplay and thrilling goals. But have you ever wondered how long a soccer game lasts? The answer isn’t as straightforward as you might think. It varies depending on the age group, level of play, and the…
In a commitment to elevate football in Osun State, Mr. Sola Fanawopo, the Chairman of the Osun State Football Association, has underscored his dedication to the 448 football clubs under his jurisdiction. During a recent telephone conversation with our correspondent, he laid out his vision and objectives for the flourishing football scene in the state….
The Gombe United plum job of General Manager has once again been saddled with Abubakar Abubakar Yellow, after the State Executive Governor, Alhaji Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya approved the reappointment of Dan Fulani to continue in the same position. With the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) new season kickoff rescheduled to a yet to be announced…
In a candid and forthright address to the press, the Deputy Governor of Osun State, Prince Kola Adewusi, who also serves as the Commissioner for Sports, shed light on the dire state of sports facilities in the state, with a particular focus on the Osogbo Township Stadium. The press conference, held at the Exco Lounge…
Osun United Coach, Ajayi Oluseye, refutes allegations of favoring his own players over indigenous players during the team’s screening exercise “I have more than 10 indeginous players in the team” – Ajayi Oluseye Osogbo: This week, there have been numerous reports suggesting that Ajayi Oluseye, the Head Coach of Osun United football club, prioritized his…
Embattled Lobi Stars Vice Chairman and CEO, Mr. Dominic Iorfa, has denied being arrested or detained by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, (EFCC). The alleged arrest was in connection with the petitions by the Benue State Football Stakeholders to the commission on sundry acts of corruption perpetrated by the club chairman, Iorfa. But Dominic…
Football development: Benue FA remains non-partisan, committed to peaceful, neutral approach – Chairman Lobi Stars Controversy: Our Stand – Benue FA The leadership of Benue State Football Association (BSFA) has clearly stated that it is only committed towards ensuring the development of the round leather game at all times without interfering in the day-to-day activities…