ANFPU: No Players Union Recognised by FIFA, NFF
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The All Nigeria Football Players Union, ANFPU, says no players’ union is currently recognised by both FIFA and the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF. The union says the ongoing football reform process provides an opportunity to address the gap and establish a credible structure for representing Nigerian footballers. ANFPU Secretary General, Olisa Onuchukwu, […]
Trump Warns FIFA Against Removing Infantino
By Oluwakemi Kindness US President Donald Trump has warned that it would be a “terrible mistake” for FIFA to remove president Gianni Infantino from office. Trump’s comments came after UEFA, Concacaf and the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) accused Infantino of breaking trust “through deception” over his abandoned FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) proposal. The FFE plan […]
Football bigger than Afrobeats, Nollywood – Enyadike
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso International sports business consultant and communications expert Emeka Enyadike has declared football Nigeria’s biggest entertainment industry, insisting that its global influence, commercial value and economic potential surpass those of Afrobeats and Nollywood combined. Speaking during a FIFA World Cup viewing event at Atlantic Blue Hotel & Resort in Abuja, the Chief Executive […]
Argentina Edge England to Reach World Cup Final
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Argentina produced a stunning late comeback to defeat England 2-1 and secure a place in the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, keeping alive their dream of successfully defending the title they won in Qatar four years ago. The defending champions looked to be heading out of the tournament after England […]
Spain, Belgium Book World Cup Quarter-Final Clashes
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Spain and Belgium booked their places in the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after contrasting Round of 16 victories on Monday, while football icon Cristiano Ronaldo brought the curtain down on a glittering World Cup career. Spain defeated Portugal 1-0 in a tense Iberian derby, with substitute Mikel Merino emerging […]
FIFAWC: England, Belgium, USA Through To Last 16
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso England, Belgium and the United States booked their places in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup (FIFAWC) after three gripping Round of 32 encounters delivered late drama, remarkable comebacks and standout individual performances. England needed a captain’s intervention to avoid a stunning upset against DR Congo, recovering from […]
Canada Stun South Africa to Reach Historic World Cup Last 16
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Canada booked their place in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 for the first time in history after Stephen Eustaquio struck deep into stoppage time to seal a dramatic 1-0 victory over South Africa in Los Angeles. With the contest seemingly destined for extra time, Eustaquio produced a moment of brilliance […]
NPFL Inducts Promoted Clubs Ahead of New Season
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has organised a one-day orientation and induction seminar for the four clubs promoted to the top flight ahead of the 2026/27 season, as part of efforts to strengthen professionalism and improve league standards. Held in Abuja, the workshop focused on familiarising the newly promoted teams with […]
Portugal Run Riot, Ghana Stun England in World Cup Thriller
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Portugal produced the standout performance of the latest round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, dismantling Uzbekistan 5-0 in a dominant Group K display that underlined their title ambitions. Cristiano Ronaldo stole the headlines with a brace to become the first player to score in six different FIFA World Cups. Nuno Mendes […]
Yamal, Salah Headline World Cup Drama
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Lamine Yamal announced himself on the FIFA World Cup stage with his first tournament goal as Spain cruised to a commanding 4-0 victory over Saudi Arabia, while Mohamed Salah inspired Egypt to a historic 3-1 comeback win over New Zealand to strengthen the Pharaohs’ hopes of reaching the knockout rounds. Spain responded […]