Atalanta legend Papu Gómez has praised Nigerian winger Ademola Lookman for his insatiable hunger for goals, highlighting the player’s remarkable growth within the team. In an interview with Tutto Atalanta, Gómez expressed admiration for Lookman’s impressive form in both the previous and current seasons, noting that the Super Eagles star is a completely different player…
Chelsea midfielder Joao Felix has told manager Enzo Maresca that he will “perform best” in a central attacking position. Felix signed for the Blues in a permanent deal for £45 million from Atletico Madrid in the summer. However, the 25-year-old has found it hard to break into Maresca’s starting XI. So…
The lineup of 24 countries for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is complete, with Mozambique claiming the final spot following a 2-1 win over Guinea-Bissau. The tournament, set to begin in December next year, will be hosted by Morocco, who automatically have a place in the competition as the host nation….
The China Cultural Centre in Nigeria (CCCN) in collaboration with the FCT Council of the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) have hosted the 6th edition of China- NUJ Table Tennis annual tournament which brought together players from both countries in a celebration of friendship and sportsmanship The tournament, which was held on Saturday…
The Super Eagles of Nigeria are poised to conclude their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualification campaign with an encounter against the Amavubi of Rwanda. Nigeria secured their spot in the AFCON tournament, set to take place in Morocco, after a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Benin Republic in their last outing. …
World number three Rory McIlroy ended the season on a high by winning the DP World Tour Championship in Dubai on Sunday, two strokes ahead of Rasmus Hojgaard, to seal his sixth Race to Dubai title. https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/golf/leaderboard The 35-year-old Northern Irishman carded a 69 in the final round at the Jumeirah Golf Estates to…
Nottingham Forest defender Ola Aina has been ruled out of Nigeria’s final Group C qualifying match for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations against Rwanda. Aina was released to return to his club after sustaining a minor injury during Nigeria’s 1-1 draw with Benin Republic on Thursday. The 27-year-old started the match but was substituted…
Super Eagles head coach Augustine Eguavoen has excused first-choice goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali from the squad for Monday’s final 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against Rwanda in Uyo, Akwa Ibom. Team administrator Dayo Enebi Achor confirmed Nwabali’s absence, stating, “He has been excused from the game. However, he will attend the match to support…
Nigerian footballer Victor Boniface has voiced his disappointment over being excluded from the nominees for the 2024 CAF Men’s Player of the Year award. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) unveiled a 10-man shortlist for the prestigious award last month, featuring Boniface’s compatriots Ademola Lookman and William Troost-Ekong. However, the 23-year-old Bayer Leverkusen striker, who…
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah has revealed his deep admiration for Cristiano Ronaldo, hailing the Portuguese superstar’s dedication and work ethic throughout his career. In an interview with Liverpool’s official YouTube channel, Salah reflected on the players who influenced him during his formative years, naming Ronaldo, alongside other footballing icons, as his role models. “I’ve always…
Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has spoken candidly about the immense influence former Nigerian international Mikel Obi had on his career, revealing that Mikel has been a significant source of inspiration throughout his football journey. In a recent interview with the Premier League’s official YouTube channel, Ndidi shared his admiration for Mikel, noting how the…
Atalanta BC is reportedly preparing to secure the future of Nigerian international Ademola Lookman with a new, enhanced contract following his outstanding performances this season. The Italian club, known for nurturing top talent under the leadership of head coach Gian Piero Gasperini, views Lookman as integral to their ambitions and is eager to ward off…
The Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Mallam Shehu Dikko, has lauded the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM) Women’s Basketball Club for their remarkable achievement at the Federation of International Basketball Associations (FIBA) Africa Women’s Basketball League Zone 3 qualifiers, currently taking place in Monrovia, Liberia. Dikko praised the team’s efforts in…
The Nigerian Rugby League has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of three key officials, setting a strategic direction aimed at advancing the sport’s development both locally and internationally. On Thursday, the league announced Nosakhare Agwoje as the new Director of Rugby. A former national player with a rich background in the sport, Agwoje…
Inter Miami forward, Lionel Messi has revealed that his children do criticise him when they watch him play. Messi is the most decorated football player in the world. https://platformtimes.com.ng/my-children-criticise-me-messi/ The Argentina captain has won over 46 trophies in his glistering career so far. The 37-year-old has also won eight Ballon d’Or awards….
Another FIFA window is here and various national teams are back in the trenches for international engagements. The Super Eagles of Nigeria will be equally busy with ties against the Republic of Benin and Rwanda in Abidjan and Uyo respectively. Interim Manager Austin Eguavoen has already announced his squad, which, as usual, is…
Kylian Mbappe has been left out of the France squad for their upcoming UEFA Nations League matches against Israel and Italy after coach Didier Deschamps omitted the Real Madrid superstar from his list of players named on Thursday. It is the second successive France squad from which the national team captain has been absent after…
Ahead of Nigeria’s crucial AFCON 2025 qualifying matches, Super Eagles head coach Augustine Eguavoen has revealed the full squad, bringing together a mix of experienced international players and promising new talent to secure Nigeria’s place in the tournament. The team, led by Captain William Ekong, includes prominent players like Victor Osimhen, named Africa’s Player of…
Turkish club, Galatasaray are reportedly planning on making a £42million bid for Victor Osimhen in January to make his loan deal from Napoli permanent. Osimhen joined the Turkish club on a season-long loan in September after he was linked with a move away from the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona. Since joining the Turkish club, the…
Mallam Shehu Dikko, the newly appointed chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), officially took over his duties at the commission’s headquarters at Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja. In a ceremony on Wednesday, Dikko outlined his vision to transform Nigeria’s sports landscape, shifting the focus from mere competition to comprehensive sports development aimed at…
Just days after filing an appeal to overturn CAF’s verdict on their botched 2025 AFCON qualifier against Nigeria, Libya has found itself in hot water again. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has slammed fresh sanctions against https://www.bbc.com/pidgin/articles/ckgdd5dz4zno Libya Football Federation (LFF). The new sanctions, which include a $20,000 fine and two…
Rodrigo has won the Ballon d’Or2024 award, becomes the first Manchester City player to claim the coveted best player honour. The Spaniard has grown into a pivotal figure in Pep Guardiola’s incredible side,https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/42052911/ballon-dor-man-city-rodri-wins-amid-vinicius-junior-snub who earned a record breaking fourth successive English top-flight title last season. His impact on Manchester City, as well as his role…
Arsenal legend, Paul Merson, has insisted that he was not shocked after Manchester United sacked their manager Erik ten Hag. According to him, the Dutchman had enough time to change things at Old Trafford. Man United decided to sack Ten Hag on Monday following the club’s Premier League 2-1 defeat to West Ham United on…
Erik ten Hag has left his role as Manchester United men’s first-team manager. Erik was appointed in April 2022 and led the club to two domestic trophies, winning the Carabao Cup in 2023 and the FA Cup in 2024. We are grateful to Erik for everything he has done during his time with…
According to the Daily Mail, the voting results for the 2024 Ballon d’Or have been leaked on social media. The official announcement will take place in Paris on Monday night, but a list of the top 12 players has already gone viral online. The leaked results indicate that Vinicius Junior of Real Madrid is the…
Vincent Garcia, head of the Ballon d’Or, recently disclosed that Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo has opted to abstain from voting for the prestigious football award. Garcia suggested that Ronaldo might be among former winners who feel discontented with recent award outcomes, though he noted he has no direct communication with the player. Ronaldo, a…
The Libyan Football Federation (LFF) has launched an appeal to the Confederation of African Football’s (CAF) Disciplinary Board following its recent decision regarding the outcome of the Group D Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 qualifying match. The board had declared the second-leg match between Libya and Nigeria forfeited by Libya, awarding three points and…
BREAKING: The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has awarded Nigeria three points and three goals, while Libya has been fined $50,000. More to follow…
Former Manchester United midfielder, Paul Scholes, has claimed that Manchester City and Pep Guardiola will be more worried about Liverpool than Arsenal in the Premier League title race this season. The Reds currently sit top of the table with 21 points after eight games. City are one point behind in second place,…
FC Barcelona, the esteemed football club based in Catalonia, Spain, has carved an unforgettable legacy in the world of sports. With a rich history spanning over 120 years, this revered club has become synonymous with excellence and football dominance. From its humble beginnings to its meteoric rise, FC Barcelona has etched its name in the…
Arsenal secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Shakhtar Donetsk on Tuesday night, bouncing back from their weekend Premier League loss. An own goal by Shakhtar keeper Dmytro Riznyk gave the Gunners their second win in three Champions League outings, easing the disappointment of their recent domestic setback. Despite controlling much of the game, Arsenal struggled…
