Author: SportsIntel
Calvin Bassey Out, Nwaiwu in; the switch that may have added the final puzzle to what Nigerians should expect of a future Super Eagles central defense as coach Eric Chelle gets the complete materials to build a wall reminiscent of warriors past. Ahead of two international friendly matches against Iran and Jordan, Eric Chelle has an opportunity to reshape his team, especially the defence, which has been stuck in transition long before his arrival. With only three center-backs currently in the squad, Nigeria called up Trabzonspor defender Chibuike Nwaiwu as Bassey’s replacement. Bassey Out Nwaiwu in: The Current Situation Currently,…
After a successful debut in global rugby league in 2026, Nigeria wants to push further by proposing an international rugby competition, the Emerging Nations Challenge, sharing a stage with the Rugby League World Cup. The competition, named The EMERGING NATIONS CHALLENGE, has received the blessings of the international rugby league board and is proposed to be held in Sydney from October 19 to November 11, with each participating team playing four matches. The NRLA Dream Of Uniting Emerging Nations Vice chairman of the Nigerian Rugby League Association, Ade Adebisi, believes the new competition is what Nigerian Rugby League needs after…
On the left wing is the fastest player in European football, and on the right is a winger knocking on the Eagles’ door, while at the back is a rock-solid scoring defender. The highlight of the Super Eagles squad for the four-nation tournament set for Antalya, Turkey, as Eric Chelle adds new wings. Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle officially announced his 23-man squad for the March international break, with three players receiving their first-ever invitations to represent Nigeria at the senior level. The selection reflects a blend of experience and fresh talent as the national team continues its rebuilding…
Like a giant, Victor Osimhen towers above Liverpool defenders to head a corner towards goal, with Mario Lemina applying a subtle touch to steer it into the net in the seventh minute to earn Galatasaray a precious 1-0 win in a UEFA champions league round of 16 game. The assist sends Osimhen into a league of his own, recording eight goals contribution in the Champions League this season (7G 1A), the most ever by a Nigerian player in a single UCL campaign. Most Goal Involvements (single season): 8 – Victor Osimhen (25/26) 6 – Ademola Lookman (24/25) 6 – Tijani…
A unique partnership between Mahanaim FC and Al Masihas gave birth to an 18-year old, Edward Jassy, stepping into his dream of becoming a professional footballer after signing a 3-year contract with SK Sigma Olomouc. Depending on performance and development, the deal comes with an option for another year with SK Sigma Olomouc. Mahanaim FC announced that the successful collaboration with Al Masy FC has earned skilful winger Edward Jassy a professional contract with SK Sigma Olomouc in the Czech Republic. The COLLABORATION While Edward moves to the Czech Republic as a player from Al Masi, Mahanaim FC takes credit…
Abuja-based non-league side, Mahanaim FC, has announced the transfer of talented left-back Sokoato Samuel Aibe to Czech Republic top-division side SK Sigma Olomouc in a direct deal. The 18-year-old Sokoato Samuel is a home-grown talent of Mahanaim FC, nurtured in the Club’s football and human development philosophy, after he was scouted some years ago in Kaduna. Sokoato’s sensational physical strength, courage, intelligence, and technical abilities are some of the attributes that attracted the Olomouc-based Czech giants to him. “I give thanks to God for giving me the grace to be here. I want to thank my family, mum, dad and…
AS Roma Ladies attacker Rinsola Babajide powers Falcons over Cameroon with a goal and an assist in the second friendly match played in Yaounde. 10-times African champions Nigeria showed that class is permanent when they trounced the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon 3-1 in the second of a two-match series in Yaounde on Tuesday. Three days after they lost 1-0 in the first meeting, the Super Falcons returned to the Military Stadium in northern Yaoundé and flipped the script emphatically, beating the Lionesses 3-1. Head Coach Justin Madugu made seven changes to the side that lost on Saturday. Again, Cameroon struck…
Brentford defender Michael Kayode delivered a commanding performance and emerged joint top in duels on Premier League matchday 28. According to Squawka’s official match day 28 statistics, no player won more ground duels than Brentford’s full-back and Everton’s Iliman Ndiaye. His tally underlined an impressive performance in one of the weekend’s standout defensive shifts. The enforcer won 11 ground duels for Brentford. That was the joint-highest total recorded across the league in game week 28. He shares the top spot with Iliman Ndiaye of Everton. It is worth noting that the Nigerian-born enforcer always won 3 tackles against Burnley, the…
Ahead of the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup qualifiers, D’Tigress coach Rena Wakama has listed 17 players on the preliminary roster for the reigning Afrobasket champions. In the preliminary roster, top-rated Nigerian female basketball stars, such as Ezinne Kalu, Elizabeth Balogun, and Amy Okonkwo, lead the list of players selected by award-winning coach Rena Wakama. Others are Pius Beggi Idubano, Nicole Enabosi, Victoria Macaulay, Grace Efosa, Promise Amukamara, Murjanatu Musa, Pallas Kunayi, Okoro Ifunaya, Wandoo Hembam, Adenike Olawuyi, Sarah Ogoke, Ayomide Tewogbade, Rita Igbokwe, and Blessing Ejiofor. The 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup Qualifiers will take place from March 11th…
16-year-old Jared Ejiasan has broken the U18 World Record in the men’s 60mH at the French U18 and U20 Championships in Val-de-Reul, storming to victory in a blistering 7.43s. The youngster broke the previous World Record of 7.46s set by Australia’s Sasha Zhoya in 2019. Based in France, Jared started the year with 7.57s, an African Indoor Record on January 17, at the Temple Run League Eacpac event, and he is now the fastest athlete ever over the U18 barriers. Jared won the French U18 Championships in the 110 Hurdles in 2025 and was 2nd in the Long Jump. He…