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22/08/2025

Super Eagles Squad: Chelle Drops Big Names for World Cup Qualifiers

Nigeria’s head coach, Eric Sekou Chelle, has unveiled a provisional 31-man squad ahead of next month’s crunch 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying clashes against Rwanda and South Africa.

The list features key returnees and some surprise inclusions, as the Super Eagles prepare for back-to-back Matchday 7 and 8 fixtures that could shape their qualification hopes.

Captain William Troost-Ekong leads the defensive line, joined by familiar names such as Ola Aina, Calvin Bassey, and Chidozie Awazi
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22/08/2025

Countdown Begins: Asaba Gears Up for 2025 National Youth Games

Asaba, the Delta State capital, is set to take center stage as Nigeria’s sporting hub when it hosts the 2025 National Youth Games from August 29 to September 6.

The Stephen Keshi Stadium will serve as the main venue for the highly anticipated multi-sport event, with teams expected to begin arriving from August 26 ahead of the opening ceremony.

This year’s edition will feature competitions in no fewer than 37 sports spread across several facilities, including the Stephen Keshi Stadium a
https://sportflames.com/2025/08/countdown-begins-asaba-gears-up-for-2025-national-youth-games/

22/08/2025

NPFL Broadcast Partner Promises Global Access as New Season Kicks Off

GTI Asset Management & Trust Limited, strategic partners of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), have reaffirmed their readiness to deliver seamless live-streaming coverage of the 2025/2026 NPFL season to fans worldwide.

Speaking ahead of the league’s kickoff fixture between Remo Stars and Rivers United at the MKO Abiola Stadium in Abeokuta, GTI’s Head of Media and Publicity, Andrew Ekejiuba, confirmed that viewers can follow the action live across multiple digital platforms.

https://sportflames.com/2025/08/npfl-broadcast-partner-promises-global-access-as-new-season-kicks-off/

21/08/2025

Solid Miners Unveil New Signings, Eye Big Targets for New Season

Nasarawa United FC has officially unveiled a new set of players ahead of the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season, in a move signaling the club’s intent to challenge for honours and secure a continental berth.

The unveiling ceremony took place at the Lafia City Stadium on Thursday, attracting a modest crowd of fans and media representatives. It served as a key moment in the Solid Miners’ build-up to the new campaign across both the NPFL and domestic cup competitions.

C
https://sportflames.com/2025/08/solid-miners-unveil-new-signings-eye-big-targets-for-new-season/

21/08/2025

NNL Shifts 2025 AGM to September 13 in Kaduna

The Nigeria National League (NNL) has announced a new date for its 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM), which will now hold on Saturday, 13th September 2025, in Kaduna State. The meeting was initially scheduled for Wednesday, 10th September.

In an official communication to clubs and relevant State Football Associations, NNL Chief Operating Officer, Mr. Danlami Alanana, cited logistical reasons for the slight adjustment.

“We convey to you a warm sporting compliment from the Chairman, Board
https://sportflames.com/2025/08/nnl-shifts-2025-agm-to-september-13-in-kaduna/

21/08/2025

Bayelsa Queens Land in Cote d’Ivoire Ahead of WAFU B Champions League Campaign

Bayelsa Queens FC, popularly known as the Prosperity Girls, have arrived in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, ahead of the 2025 WAFU Zone B qualifiers for the CAF Women’s Champions League.

The Nigerian representatives will proceed to Yamoussoukro, the official host city of the tournament, where they will begin their final preparations. The team, led by Head Coach Whyte Ogbonda, is scheduled to hold a training session today before making the trip to the competition venue on Friday.

Bayelsa Queen
https://sportflames.com/2025/08/bayelsa-queens-land-in-cote-divoire-ahead-of-wafu-b-champions-league-campaign/

20/08/2025

Nasarawa State Plans Major Overhaul of Lafia City Stadium

The Nasarawa State Government has initiated talks with CENTARC Design Associates Limited, an Abuja-based firm, to undertake a comprehensive overhaul of the Lafia City Stadium. This marks a major step toward transforming the stadium into a world-class facility capable of hosting national and international sporting events.

A team of experts from CENTARC, led by Architect Gambo Ahmadu, visited Lafia on Tuesday to inspect the stadium's facilities and recommend both short- and long-term improvemen
https://sportflames.com/2025/08/nasarawa-state-plans-major-overhaul-of-lafia-city-stadium/

20/08/2025

Edo FA Flags Off 2025/26 Football Season, Reaffirms Grassroots Commitment

The Edo State Football Association (Edo FA) has officially announced the commencement of the 2025/2026 football season, beginning on Wednesday, 20th August 2025.

The new season is set to feature a full schedule of fixtures across all divisions, youth categories, and affiliated football bodies within the state. In a statement issued from its headquarters in Benin City, the Association emphasized its ongoing commitment to grassroots development, talent discovery, and structural growth within th
https://sportflames.com/2025/08/edo-fa-flags-off-2025-26-football-season-reaffirms-grassroots-commitment/

20/08/2025

AC Milan Potential Deal With Super Eagles' Star

The Nigeria's striker and Bayer Leverkusen's forward, Victor Boniface is potentially close to reaching a deal with AC Milan, which will offer him a new athletic experience from the Italian Serie A.

Boniface scintillating form in the German Bundesliga has facilitated his stardom, strategically portraying him as a vibrant and interesting athlete.

He has proven himself strong by scoring goals for Leverkusen last season despite injury limitations and hurdles.

AC Milan's Sporting Director, I
https://sportflames.com/2025/08/ac-milan-potential-deal-with-super-eagles-star/

20/08/2025

Ondo State House Committee on Sports Meets ODSFA Leadership, Vows Support for Football Development

The Ondo State House of Assembly Committee on Sports, led by its Chairman, Hon. Olajide Johnson Oguntodu, on Wednesday paid a familiarization visit to the Ondo State Football Agency (ODSFA), marking a strategic move to enhance legislative oversight and deepen collaboration within the state’s sports ecosystem.

The engagement, held at the agency's headquarters, brought together members of the committee and the newly constituted ODSFA management committee. It served as a platform to address cu
https://sportflames.com/2025/08/ondo-state-house-committee-on-sports-meets-odsfa-leadership-vows-support-for-football-development/

20/08/2025

Eagles Bow Out of CHAN 2025 with Consolation Win Over Congo

Nigeria’s Super Eagles B ended their campaign at the 8th African Nations Championship on a high, securing a 2-0 victory over Congo at the Benjamin Mkapa Stadium in Dar es Salaam on Tuesday. Despite the win, both teams were eliminated from the competition.

Congo entered the final Group D fixture with slim hopes of advancing, having drawn their first two matches — including a spirited performance against defending champions Senegal. Nigeria, however, were already out of contention after bac
https://sportflames.com/2025/08/eagles-bow-out-of-chan-2025-with-consolation-win-over-congo/

20/08/2025

NFF President Confirms August 22 Kickoff for 2025/26 NPFL Season, Lauds Progress Under Current Board

President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, has reaffirmed that the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season will begin as scheduled on August 22, with no plans for a change.

Gusau made the declaration on Friday in Lafia while officially opening the NPFL 2025/26 pre-season seminar. He praised the alignment of the NPFL calendar with that of major European leagues, describing it as a step forward for Nigerian football.

“When we came on board,
https://sportflames.com/2025/08/nff-president-confirms-august-22-kickoff-for-2025-26-npfl-season-lauds-progress-under-current-board/

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