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Latest Sports News, Football Updates and Match Reports
From football and basketball to athletics, boxing, and major international competitions, the Sport section of Naija Daily News delivers comprehensive coverage of the games, athletes, and tournaments that captivate fans every day.
Our reporting includes the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL), the Super Eagles and Super Falcons, the Premier League, UEFA competitions, CAF tournaments, transfer news, match analysis, and the biggest sporting events from around the world. We also highlight outstanding performances by Nigerian athletes across a wide range of sports.
- Feb 2026February 20, 2026
Chelle demands 24-hour power, $130,000 monthly pay, in proposed Super Eagles contract
The proposed contract terms of Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle have surfaced, revealing…
- February 20, 2026
FIFA report deepens uncertainty over Nigeria’s World Cup petition
Fresh uncertainty has emerged over Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup aspirations after FIFA released its…
- February 20, 2026
Senegalese fans to face up to two years jail term over AFCON finals unrest
Photo: Senegal and Morocco fans clash at AFCON final on January 18 Prosecutors in…
- February 13, 2026
CAF confirms Morocco as WAFCON 2026 host
The President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Patrice Motsepe, has confirmed that…
- February 2, 2026
South Africa denies hosting 2026 WAFCON, says Morocco still in charge
South Africa’s Minister of Sport, Gayton McKenzie, has dismissed claims that the country has…
- Jan 2026January 29, 2026
Super Eagles star Samuel Chukwueze loses mother
Nigeria football is in mourning following the death of Mrs Sarah Chukwueze, the mother…
- January 29, 2026
CAF bans Senegal coach, players after chaotic AFCON final against Morocco
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has handed down heavy sanctions following a turbulent…
- January 27, 2026
Super Eagles captain Ndidi loses father in Delta road accident
Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi has been thrown into mourning following the death of…
- January 25, 2026
AFCON: Gueye reflects on Senegal walk-off, Morocco missed penalty
By Deborah Nnamdi Senegal midfielder Pape Gueye has spoken about the dramatic walk-off by…
- January 19, 2026
FIFA condemns Senegal players’ protest during AFCON final controversy
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has condemned the actions of some Senegalese players and supporters…
