Tuesday, 10 February 2026

I spend time with my friends and live my life, Lamine opens up



Lamine Yamal has opened up on how he manages the immense weight of expectation at Barcelona and Spain, revealing that he actively tries to "disconnect" from the sport to maintain his sanity. The 18-year-old sensation also discussed his excitement for the upcoming World Cup in Mexico and his surprising love for Pokemon.

Poland 2026: CAF appoints Morocco referees for Nigeria’s U20 girls' vs Senegal game

 


The Confederation of African Football has appointed officials from the Kingdom of Morocco to take charge of the FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup third round second leg match, between Nigeria’s U20 girls, Falconets, and hosts Senegal set for Stade Lat Dior in Thies, Senegal’s third largest city, which is 70 kilometres from the capital, Dakar.

Poland 2026: Falconets know what to do to overcome Senegal in Thies, says Aduku

 


Head Coach Moses Aduku has assured that despite the absence of top striker Janet Akekoromowei, Nigeria’s U20 girls, Falconets, will give it their all and overcome hosts Senegal in Saturday’s FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup third round, second leg encounter, Sportinglens.blogspot.com reports. 

Davis Cup World Group II: I won't be there for Nigeria, Adeleye opens up

 


By Taofeek Babalola

Except a last-minute change of mind, Nigeria's current number one male tennis player, Daniel Adeleye has revealed that he will not be representing Team Nigeria at the Davis Cup World Group II in September, Sportinglens.blogspot.com reports.

Niger Delta Games torch arrives Akwa Ibom amid pomp and pageantry

 


The games torch of the second Niger Delta Games, billed for Edo state from February 20 to 27, has arrived Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital. The torch, the games' symbol of peace, strength and solidarity, commenced its tour of all nine competing Niger Delta states from Calabar, Cross River State, on Monday, February 9, before arriving Uyo today.

Tuesday, 14 October 2025

Olatutu, Omotunde are not Lagos SWAN's officials- National SWAN insists

. Nullified election organised by duo  

The National Executive Committee (NEC) of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) wishes to categorically disclaim Ms. Olatutu Oladunni and Mr. Bello Omotunde as officials or members of the Lagos State Chapter of SWAN.

Saturday, 30 August 2025

Peter Rufai will never be forgotten- Agu-Ejidike

 

Nigeria's Pillars of Sports Chief Donatus Agu-Ejidike (JP) has said he will collaborate with the family of the late Super Eagles goalkeeper, Peter Rufai to keep the legacy of the departed hero.

Matchday 2 preview: Big tests await old guards and newcomers

 


By George Akpayen

After mixed outings in the opening matchweek of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), not much separates all of the 20 clubs so far in the standings and they will go again this Saturday, Sunday and Monday in mouthwatering fixtures that pits the old guards against the newbies.

Balmoral, Bet9ja seal partnership to drive Nigerian boxing to global heights


Balmoral Group Promotions and Bet9ja have entered a strategic partnership ahead of the “Chaos In The Ring” boxing event.

Tuesday, 26 August 2025

NPFL orders Abia Warriors, Kano Pillars to upgrade stadiums

 


The organisers of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) have directed Abia Warriors, Kano Pillars and Barau FC to carry out urgent upgrades to the stadium facilities or risk being forced to play their matches at alternative grounds.

Mohammed demands winning start from players

 

By Taofeek Babalola

Niger Tornadoes Technical Adviser, Majin Mohammed has charged his players to go all out for victory against Nasarawa United in Wednesday’s rescheduled matchday 1 fixture at the mainbowl of Rashidi Yekini Stadium (Kwara Sports Complex) Ilorin, Sportinglens.blogspot.com reports.

NPFL to honour Ogunmodede, Anas in Abuja on Sept 2

 


. To receive N1.5m each


By our reporter

Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) are set to reward Nasarawa United striker Yusuf Anas and Remo Stars head coach Daniel Ogunmodede for their outstanding performances in the 2024/25 season on Tuesday, September 2 in Abuja.

Alimi, Bankole leave Remo Stars

. Mawuena, Ogunribide too

Remo Stars have confirmed the departure of five regulars from their squad, including home-based Super Eagles striker Sikiru Alimi and goalkeeper Kayode Bankole.

Malumfashi demands more commitment from Katsina Utd players

 


By our reporter 

Katsina United FC Chairman Surajo Malumfashi has craved for more commitment from the players and patience from club’s supporters following the team’s poor start to the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season. 

Rangers 0-0 Kun Khalifat: We will continue to work on the team- Ilechukwu

 

By Taofeek Babalola

Rangers International FC coach Fedelis Ilechukwu has said he would continue to work on his young squad and make them a formidable force to compete at the top by the end of the season, Sportinglens.blogspot.com reports.

El Kanemi 2-0 Bendel Insurance: My players played to instructions- Dogo

 

By Taofeek Babalola

El Kanemi Warriors technical adviser Kabiru Suleiman Dogo has heaped praises on his players for playing to his tactics during their game against Bendel Insurance FC in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) clash on Sunday, Sportinglens.blospot.com reports.