Author: SportsIntel
The thrilling Nigeria vs Uganda T20 clash ended in a historic one-run victory for the host nation on Sunday, sealing the Sub-Regional Africa C T20 World Cup Qualifier title at the Nigeria Cricket Federation (NCF) Oval 1 in Abuja. The host nation held their nerve in a dramatic contest, setting a target of 148 runs before restricting Uganda to 147 for nine wickets at the end of their 20 overs to seal the championship and secure qualification for the next stage of the 2027 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier. Nigeria, who finished the competition unbeaten with five wins…
Nigeria’s Abdulmumin Jimoh emerged as the African Scrabble Championship king from a 110-player field, recording 23 wins and a cumulative spread of +1,760 points, to finish ahead of compatriot George Ezinore. George Ezinore ensured it was a fight to the finish, recording the same number of victories but settling for second place with a +1,005 spread. Another Nigerian, Delta State-born belletrist Emmanuel Umujose, completed the Nigerian top-three podium in third position. Nigeria also claimed the Best Country award ahead of Kenya and host Liberia at the 16th African Scrabble Championship. How Jimoh Became the Best Wordsmith in Africa Jimoh, the…
Team captain Blessing Orakwe delivered a sensational first-round knockout against Kenya’s Akinyi Elizabeth to seal Nigeria’s dominance at the African Elite Boxing Championships in Nairobi, leading the women’s team to three gold medals and one silver. Team Nigeria turned disappointment into triumph at the African Elite Men’s and Women’s Boxing Championships 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya, finishing the women’s finals with three gold medals and one silver. African Elite Boxing Championships: Nigeria’s Golden Women The golden run began with Ajishola Khadijat, who claimed Nigeria’s first title in the women’s 51 to 54kg division with a dominant 5 to 0 unanimous decision…
The Nigeria vs Korea DPR Group B fixture delivered a masterclass from Kemi Adegbuyi’s solo run and Kanyinsola Yusuf’s superb free kick as the Flamingos produced a stunning 3–1 win to send them through to the knockout stage in Morocco. Kemi and Kanyinsola were scoring their second goals of the FIFA Women’s U-17 World Cup. The Nigerian girls, coached by Akeem Busari, produced an outstanding performance to overcome the two-time defending champions and secure their place in the knockout stage. The Nigeria vs Korea DPR Masterclass Oluwakemi Adegbuyi opened the scoring for Nigeria in the 15th minute, giving the Flamingos…
The FIFA Council Bureau has approved the appointment of a FIFA NFF normalisation committee to manage the affairs of the Nigeria Football Federation pending fresh executive elections. Since the resignation of the former board led by President Ibrahim Gusau, Nigerian Football has been under an acting secretary-general. The latest FIFA decision will set the process of filling the vacuum in the NFF in motion. How FIFA NFF Normalisation Committee Will Oversee Elections In a letter to the NFF Acting Secretary General, Dr Emmanuel Ikpeme MON, signed by FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström, FIFA gave conditions for the committee members. “the…
The Flamingos vs North Korea group B game will decide coach Akeem Busari’s team’s fate at the FIFA Women’s U-17 World Cup as both sides clash for the third time at this level. Nigeria’s Flamingos face a tough test against Cup holders DPR Korea on Friday as they seek a place in the Round of 16 at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. Flamingos Vs North Korea Form Guide The North Koreans, who have lifted the trophy on two occasions since the competition started in New Zealand in 2008, have been impressive so far in this year’s tournament,…
Five players from Sporting Lagos and four each from Ikorodu City, Warri Wolves, Nasarawa United and Rivers United dominate the 31-man Olympic Eagles U23 Squad submitted by head coach Eric Chelle ahead of the U23 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixture against the Democratic Republic of Congo’s U23 National Team Éric Chelle invited 31 NPFL stars to the U23 National Team camp, as preparations for next month’s U23 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixture hit top gear. Overall, the 31-man roster includes four goalkeepers, nine defenders, eight midfielders and 10 forwards. Ikorodu City, Rivers United, Nasarawa United, Warri Wolves, and…
Nigeria’s U-17 Women’s National Team kept their World Cup campaign on track as the Flamingos beat Puerto Rico 2–0 in their Group B clash on Tuesday night in Rabat. The 2022 World Cup bronze-medallists started the game with real intent, pressing high and creating early problems for the Puerto Rican defence. It was a lively opening from both sides, but the Flamingos soon took control with quick movement and direct play. Flamingos Beat Puerto Rico in Rabat The breakthrough came in the 25th minute when in-form striker Oluwakemi Adegbuyi finished brilliantly from Queen Joseph’s assist to put Nigeria 1-0 up.…
A final decision on the 2025 AFCON title appeal between Senegal and Morocco will have to wait until late November 2026, the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has confirmed The Court of Arbitration for Sport promised a speedy resolution to Senegal’s appeal after CAF decided to strip them of the AFCON title, after hearing arguments on October 8, 2026, with a decision expected in days. 2025 AFCON Title Appeal The tribunal confirmed that the panel is issuing a complete ruling with full legal grounds (a CAS Award), pushing the expected release to late November 2026. Senegal are contesting CAF’s…
A 2-0 win in the Rangers CAF Champions League Second Preliminary Round tie against MC Algiers was a beautiful climax in an afternoon already going south. Nigeria’s Rangers International produced a determined performance to defeat Algeria’s MC Alger 2-0 despite playing much of their TotalEnergies CAF Champions League Second Preliminary Round first-leg encounter with ten men in Abeokuta on Sunday. Rangers Intl played through adversity in Abeokuta, starting with the away fans having more presence at the MKO Abiola Stadium. The early red card to goalkeeper Lucky Jimoh and Falolu Azeez’s leg fracture, but they kept going and didn’t lose…