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Iranian women footballers seeking asylum in Australia were evacuated from their safe house after one member disclosed their location to the Iranian embassy.

The Nigeria Football Federation is monitoring the situation in Iran due to uncertainties surrounding the Super Eagles' upcoming friendlies amidst rising tensions in the region.

Four Nigerian NPFL clubs are set to receive a total of N559 million from CAF due to increased prize money for the Champions League and Confederation Cup.

The Nigerian sports community is paying tribute to the late Adegboye Onigbinde, a revered football coach, upon his passing.

Bayern Munich is on the brink of the Champions League quarter-finals following a dominant 6-1 victory over Atalanta.

The Iranian Football Federation has expressed concerns about Iran's participation in the upcoming World Cup following reports of women's team players defecting during the Asian Cup in Australia.

Kyle Walker has announced his retirement from international football after earning 96 caps for England and participating in five major tournaments.

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke expressed his condolences over the death of former Super Eagles coach Adegboye Onigbinde, recognizing his significant contributions to Nigerian football.

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu expresses deep sorrow over the passing of Chief Festus Adegboye Onigbinde, a revered Nigerian football coach.

The Nigeria Sports Commission mourns the passing of Festus Onigbinde, a former coach of the Super Eagles, whose contributions have significantly influenced Nigerian football.

Luis Enrique expresses confidence that PSG will regain their previous form as they face Chelsea in the Champions League knockout stage.

The Nigeria Football Federation has announced the death of former Super Eagles coach Chief Adegboye Onigbinde at the age of 88, commemorating his significant contributions to Nigerian football.

President Bola Tinubu has expressed condolences over the death of Adegboye Onigbinde, a former head coach of Nigeria's national football team, who passed away at the age of 88.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria pay tribute to their former coach Festus Onigbinde, who passed away.

UEFA has warned that the Premier League's new Squad Cost Ratio rules could distort the transfer market and undermine financial stability across European football.

Manchester City's Rodri has been fined £80,000 by the Football Association for comments he made questioning the neutrality of a referee after a Premier League match against Tottenham Hotspur.

Former Nigeria national football team coach Festus Adegboye Onigbinde has passed away, as confirmed by his family.

Chief Adegboye Festus Onigbinde, Nigeria's first indigenous coach of the Super Eagles, has passed away at the age of 89.

Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman is set to play for Atletico Madrid in a crucial UEFA Champions League match against Tottenham Hotspur, marking a significant point in his career since moving to Spain.

Nigerian defender Efe Ambrose reflects fondly on his five-year tenure at Celtic, highlighting it as a pivotal period in his football career.

Young Nigerian striker Salim Fago Lawal's availability for the upcoming international friendlies is in doubt due to an injury sustained during a match.

Ahmed Musa dedicated his match-winning goal in the Kano derby to Kano Pillars fans, helping the team secure a 1-0 victory over Barau FC.

Former Super Eagles coach Adegboye Onigbinde has passed away at the age of 88, as confirmed by his family.

Eddie Howe encourages Newcastle players to emulate the club's historic 1997 Champions League victory over Barcelona as they prepare for their upcoming clash.

Johnson Nsumoh, a Nigerian forward recently signed by Deportivo Riestra, claims to play like top stars and aims to impress in Argentina after a brief stint in Slovakia.

US President Donald Trump announced that Australia will grant asylum to some members of Iran’s women football team due to concerns for their safety after a controversial match.

The prize money for winners of CAF club competitions has significantly increased for the 2025/26 season, providing financial relief to clubs participating in these tournaments.

A violent brawl in the Campeonato Mineiro final led to 23 players being sent off after a confrontation between Cruzeiro and Atlético Mineiro.

Nigerian players Akor Adams and Salim Fago celebrated ending their goal droughts while Fulham's Nigerian internationals faced disappointment after being eliminated from the FA Cup by Southampton.

Getafe is considering selling midfielder Chrisantus Uche if Crystal Palace does not make his loan deal permanent following a disappointing season.

Former Italian goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon has called on the Italian national team to consider Michael Kayode for a senior call-up as he weighs his international future between Italy and Nigeria.

Rivers United secured a 3-1 win over Bendel Insurance, maintaining their lead in the Nigeria Premier Football League while Rangers International defeated Remo Stars 4-1, sending them to the bottom of the table.

Chelsea beat Wrexham 4-2 in an exciting FA Cup match, despite Wrexham taking the lead twice and having a player sent off late in the game.

A former personal chef of Neymar is suing the football star for £37,500, alleging overworking and injuries due to excessive and grueling working conditions.

Abia Angels goalkeeper Fatima Oloko expresses her excitement over her national team call-up and the chance to train with her idol, Chiamaka Nnadozie.

Nigerian football fans are using dark humor to comment on the country's ongoing electricity crisis, particularly as it may impede their ability to watch future World Cup matches.

Content creator and actor Mayor Frosh discusses his journey into content creation, his passion for football, and his experiences with the Super Eagles in a recent interview.

Nigerian-Italian defender Michael Kayode expresses his pride in his heritage and discusses his ambition to represent Italy at the senior level, despite receiving support from Nigeria.

Leeds United has requested its fans to respect a break during the FA Cup match against Norwich to allow Muslim players to break their Ramadan fast.

Arsenal is in a favorable position in the Premier League title race after recently defeating Brighton, while Manchester City has dropped crucial points.

The Confederation of African Football is exploring alternative hosts for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations due to Morocco's potential inability to meet hosting requirements.

Augustine 'Jay-Jay' Okocha reflects on his time at Paris Saint-Germain, highlighting his experiences and sentiments associated with the club despite not winning trophies.

Galatasaray president Dursun Ozbek has stated that Victor Osimhen's contract does not include a release clause, firmly indicating that he will remain with the club despite interest from other European teams.

The Confederation of African Football has postponed the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco from March to July.

FIFA's confirmation of DR Congo's participation in the World Cup play-off has eliminated the Super Eagles' chances of qualifying for the 2026 tournament, alongside updates on political unrest and security reforms in Nigeria.

Rivers United's coach, Finidi George, remains optimistic about winning the Nigeria Premier Football League title despite a recent loss to Bayelsa United that has set them back in the title race.

Dursun Ozbek, the president of Galatasaray, refutes claims that the club owes Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen and other players unpaid salaries, asserting financial compliance with contracts.

West Ham United manager Nuno Espírito Santo praised Alex Iwobi after his impressive performance in Fulham's victory over Tottenham Hotspur.

Celtic head coach Martin O’Neill has expressed concerns over Kelechi Iheanacho's playing time due to ongoing fitness issues, stemming from injuries that have affected his performance this year.

Ekene Awazie expresses confidence that Enyimba will recover from their poor performance in the Nigeria Premier Football League this season.