Sports
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.
- Sep 2025September 9, 2025
Nigeria’s World Cup dreams fade after 1-1 draw with South Africa
By Deborah Nnamdi Nigeria’s hopes of reaching the 2026 FIFA World Cup suffered a…
- September 2, 2025
Isak bids emotional farewell to Newcastle after record-breaking £125m Liverpool move
By Deborah Nnamdi Sweden international Alexander Isak has completed a sensational British-record £125 million…
- September 1, 2025
Manchester City Close in on Donnarumma Signing
Photo: Donnarumma joins City from PSG Manchester City are set to complete the signing…
- September 1, 2025
$176m Isak: Liverpool FC Break British Transfer Record for Newcastle Striker
Photo: $176m man Isak Courtesy AP News Premier League champions Liverpool have agreed a…
- Aug 2025August 26, 2025
PSG confirm signing of Super Falcons star Rasheedat Ajibade
By Deborah Nnamdi Paris Saint-Germain have officially announced the signing of Nigerian forward Rasheedat…
- August 24, 2025
Abdul Jabar Adama makes history at World Aquatics Junior Championships
Abdul Jabar Adama has etched his name into the history books as the first…
- August 20, 2025
University of the Philippines confirms death of Nigerian student-athlete
By Deborah Nnamdi The University of the Philippines (UP) has confirmed the passing of…
- August 20, 2025
WWE superstar Naomi announces pregnancy, relinquishes women’s title
By Deborah Nnamdi WWE superstar Naomi (real name Trinity Fatu), a two-time Women’s World…
- August 18, 2025
Brighton fan dies after medical emergency during Fulham match
By Deborah Nnamdi A 72-year-old Brighton & Hove Albion supporter has died after suffering…
- August 14, 2025
Chelsea to donate part of the Club World Cup bonus to family of late Diogo Jota, brother
Chelsea Football Club will donate a portion of the bonus earned from their FIFA…
