Author: SportsIntel

Nigeria began its campaign at the 2026 Men’s African Volleyball Nations Championship on a winning note after defeating Chad 3-0 (25-17, 25-17, 25-6) in Tunisia on Wednesday, September 16. The Zone 3 champions dominated the opening set, defeating Chad 25-17 before repeating the same scoreline in the second set. The team completed the job in the third set, winning 25-16 to seal their first victory of the championship. With 75 points scored to Chad’s 50, Nigeria built their victory largely on their offensive superiority, recording 40 successful attacks compared with 24 for Chad. The Nigerians also held the advantage in…

At the publicised FIFA meeting with Nigerian stakeholders, congress members and other associations took turns presenting and discussing with the world governing body’s team to reshape the future of Nigerian football. The State Football Association Chairmen presented their Reform Framework Papers to FIFA, pushing for a Congress-led Caretaker Committee to stabilise the federation, review the statutes and conduct fresh elections. The world football governing body also met with the disbanded NFF Electoral Committee members. At the NSC office, chairman Shehu Dikko gave insights on how far the local dialogue has gone and the issues FIFA and CAF will look into.…

In this week’s Nigerian Players Tracker, Super Eagles stars produced a mix of goalscoring heroics and disciplinary setbacks across European leagues. On Sports Intel, we serve you the performances of Nigerian players abroad. Nigerian Players Tracker: EPL and Championship Back-to-back clean sheets for Arthur Okonkwo; he has now kept 3 clean sheets in 6 matches this season, the 2nd most in the English Championship Also, Ola Aina put in a solid defensive shift at centre-back for Nottingham Forest. He helped Forest secure their first Premier League win of the season with a 2–1 victory away at Aston Villa. Nigerian Players…

Nigeria’s Under-20 Men’s Handball team has won the bronze medal at the 33rd Africa Junior Handball Championship in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, after defeating Angola 24-19 in the third-place match on Saturday. The David Emmanuel-tutored side dominated proceedings from the start, taking a commanding 13-6 lead into the half-time break. They maintained their composure in the second half to secure a comfortable five-goal victory despite a late surge from the Angolans. Angola defeated Nigeria 25-20 in the group stage, which ensured that Coach Emmanuel’s boys finished second behind the Southern African side. The bronze medal caps an impressive campaign for the…

Two hat-tricks from Ramotalahi Kareem and Winner David helped the Falconets demolish New Caledonia and progress to the knockout stages of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Poland. Nigeria’s U20 girls, Falconets, responded emphatically on Sunday afternoon with a 10-1 victory over New Caledonia in their final Group F match. Goals Rain As Falconets Demolish New Caledonia Winner Onajite David led the scoring with a hat-trick in the 60th, 75th, and in added time of the second half. Similarly, Ramotalahi Kareem’s hat-trick came in the 17th via a penalty kick, 27th, and 64th minutes. Additional goals came from…

Ahead of the decisive Falconets vs New Caledonia World Cup clash, head coach Moses Aduku has said Nigeria will fire on all cylinders to secure a spot in the Round of 16 at Stadion Miejski LKS Łódź on Sunday. The debutant sits at the bottom of Group F, having lost 0-5 to China in their first match and 0-11 to Spain in their second, with no points and a goal difference of minus 16.  “The results in their last two matches notwithstanding, we will not under-rate our opponents. I am happy because the girls are in good spirits and ready…

Nigeria’s Ajayi Kanyinsola missed bronze by 0.004s, finishing 4th in the men’s 100m final at the World Ultimate Championship, clocking an identical 9.93s as Ronnie Baker (3rd). Kenny Bednarek won the title in 9.85s, beating Oblique Seville, who finished 2nd in 9.90s. After 4 consecutive major championship Silver medals since 2021, Kenny Bednarek finally gets his gold. How Kanyinsola Missed Bronze by 0.004s It was the second identical time between Kanyinsola and Baker at the Ultimate Championship, as both ran 10.00 to qualify for the final in the second semifinal. World Athletics used a photo finish to analyze their times…

Team Nigeria at the Ultimate Championship ended day one with a silver, a semi final finsih and a failure to start in the 4X100m mixed relay. Tobi Amusan finished 2nd in the women’s 100mH final at the World Ultimate Championship in Budapest. She clocked 12.34s, finishing behind Masai Russell, who won in 12.22s. Amusan takes home $75,000 for her runner-up finish. Once again, Amusan produced a strong performance to secure second place, finishing ahead of Dutch star Nadine Visser, who clocked 12.39 seconds. Three other athletes were ahead after five barriers, but Tobi’s top-end speed brought her to 2nd place.…

A motivated Falconets battle China to a draw in their second Group F match at the 2026 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup in Poland on Thursday evening.  Coach Moses Aduku’s side started with intent and created the first clear opportunity through Janet Akekoromowei in the 17th minute. The Falconets grew into the game as the half progressed, with Kafayat Mafisere winning a corner in the 33rd minute and Akekoromowei going close again in the 38th and in added time of the first period, helping Nigeria end the first half on the front foot. Falconets battle China: China Attack VS Uzoma…

Team Nigeria World Athletics will kick off their campaign at the inaugural Ultimate Championships in Budapest, with the 4x100m mixed relay team competing directly in the final. Nigeria has a pool including Favour Ashe, Miracle Ezechukwu, and Udodi Onwuzurike, among others, available for selection. Tobi Amusan is listed for the 4x100m mixed relay, but her event, the 100m hurdles, is also listed for the same day. Ella Onojuvwevwo will be the first Nigerian individual on the blocks and is in Heat 1 of the women’s 400m semifinal at the World Athletics Ultimate Championships in Budapest. She will compete against Marileidy…