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15/09/2025

AFCON 2025: CAF Has Appointed MATCH Hospitality As The Official Exclusive Programme Provider In Morocco.

The Confédération Africaine de Football (“CAF”) has appointed MATCH Hospitality as the Exclusive Provider of the Official Hospitality Programme for the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Morocco 2025.

The TotalEnergies CAF AFCON will be staged in Morocco from 21 December 2025 to 18 January 2026.

MATCH Hospitality is the world's leading provider of sports experiences offering Ticket-inclusive Hospitality packages and Exclusive priority access.

The Official Hospitality
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15/09/2025

Kanyinsola Ajayi Breaks Nigeria’s 18-Year Curse at World Championships

Nigeria’s sprint sensation Kanyinsola Ajayi has etched his name into the history books, becoming the first Nigerian man in 18 years to reach the men’s 100m final at the World Athletics Championships.

The 20-year-old sprinter clocked 9.93 seconds to finish second in a stacked semifinal heat on Sunday in Tokyo, securing automatic qualification and ending Nigeria’s long wait since Olusoji Fasuba’s appearance in the 2007 Osaka final.

Drawn against some of the world’s biggest names in
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15/09/2025

Okoronkwo’s 2 Goals Fire Toronto into Playoffs with 7–0 Rout

Super Falcons forward Esther Okoronkwo delivered a masterclass on Saturday, scoring twice and registering an assist as AFC Toronto crushed Vancouver Rise FC 7–0 to storm into the Northern Super League (NSL) playoffs.

Okoronkwo set the tone early, curling in a superb free kick in the 6th minute to put Toronto ahead. She later capped her brilliant display with a second goal in the 66th minute, underlining her reputation as one of the league’s most dangerous forwards.

Toronto’s dominanc
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15/09/2025

Tobi Amusan Wins Silver, Elevates Nigeria at World Athletics Championships

Nigeria’s sprint queen, Tobi Amusan, added another medal to her glittering career on Monday as she stormed to silver in the women’s 100m hurdles at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo.

Amusan, the current world record holder, ran a brilliant race in the final, clocking 12.29 seconds, but narrowly missed out on gold. Switzerland’s Ditaji Kambundji stole the spotlight with a spectacular performance, setting a new national record of 12.24s to clinch the top prize.

The United Stat
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11/09/2025

Yakubu Aiyegbeni Criticises Super Eagles Midfield, Says Strikers Lack Creativity Behind Them

Former Super Eagles striker Yakubu Aiyegbeni has voiced his concern over Nigeria’s midfield imbalance, warning that the lack of creativity is leaving the national team’s attackers starved of quality service.

The ex-Everton forward argued that the current Super Eagles squad is overloaded with defensive midfielders, making it difficult for strikers to consistently find the net.

“We’re just a little bit short in the midfield, that’s the most important thing now because we don’t ha
https://sportflames.com/2025/09/yakubu-aiyegbeni-criticises-super-eagles-midfield-says-strikers-lack-creativity-behind-them/

11/09/2025

Oliseh Slams NFF Over Eric Chelle Appointment, Warns Policy Hurts Nigerian Football

Former Super Eagles captain and coach, Sunday Oliseh, has launched a scathing attack on the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) following its decision to appoint Franco-Malian tactician Eric Chelle as head coach of the national team.

Oliseh’s remarks come at a tense moment for Nigerian football, with the Super Eagles struggling in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers and facing the possibility of missing out on back-to-back tournaments.

The outspoken Olympic gold medalist, who had earlier
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10/09/2025

NSC Inaugurates New Electoral Committee to Ensure Transparent Federation Elections

The National Sports Commission (NSC) has officially inaugurated the Electoral Committee tasked with overseeing the upcoming elections for 20 National Sports Federations. These include prominent disciplines such as Aquatics, Chess, Handball, Golf, Karate, Darts, Fives, Tennis, Wrestling, Wushu Kung Fu, Scrabble, Hockey, Badminton, Boxing, Taekwondo, Squash Rackets, Traditional Sports, Rugby, Kickboxing, and Deaf Sports.

Chairman of the NSC, Mallam Shehu Dikko, expressed his confidence in t
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09/09/2025

Osimhen To Miss The Clash Against South Africa

The Super Eagles' striker, Victor Osimhen is expected to miss the match against South Africa after an escalated groin injury during a face-off with Rwanda.

Sadly, the groin has not been in remission to allow Osimhen feature in the fisticuff against Bafana Bafana creating worries in the hearts of Nigerians about the profound impact his absence could have on the game.

With the exit of the Super Eagles' star, Tolu Arokodare received the mantle to spearhead the offensive, assisted by Ademola L
https://sportflames.com/2025/09/osimhen-to-miss-the-clash-against-south-africa/

05/09/2025

Team Edo Turns Up the Heat as National Youth Games Enters Final Stretch

As the 9th National Youth Games (NYG) moves into its final lap, Team Edo continues to assert its dominance, adding more medals to its tally on Thursday across boxing, athletics, gymnastics, and other disciplines.

Edo showcased its growing strength in combat sports at the boxing events held at St. Patrick’s College, where Abdulmalik Lawal clinched gold in the 42kg male category after defeating his Kogi opponent. Delta and Kwara settled for bronze. Lanre Abdullahi Adebayo delivered a second g
https://sportflames.com/2025/09/team-edo-turns-up-the-heat-as-national-youth-games-enters-final-stretch/

05/09/2025

Top Officials Named for Crucial Nigeria World Cup Qualifiers

The Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) has appointed Gabonese referee Pierre Ghislain Atcho to officiate Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying clash against South Africa in Bloemfontein next Tuesday. The Matchday 8 fixture in the African qualification series will take place at the Toyota Stadium.

Atcho will be supported by fellow Gabonese officials Boris Marlaise Ditsoga (assistant referee 1), Amos Abeigne Ndong (assistant referee 2), and Cregue Fleury Moukagni, w
https://sportflames.com/2025/09/top-officials-named-for-crucial-nigeria-world-cup-qualifiers/

05/09/2025

All Eyes on Asaba as 9th National Youth Games Climax Nears

The curtain is set to fall on the 9th edition of the National Youth Games this Saturday, September 6, 2025, with a highly anticipated closing ceremony at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba, Delta State.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will be represented by the Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Mallam Shehu Dikko, at the ceremony. He will be joined by the Executive Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. (Elder) Sheriff F.O. Oborevwori, and the Director General of the NSC, and Chairman of
https://sportflames.com/2025/09/all-eyes-on-asaba-as-9th-national-youth-games-climax-nears/

04/09/2025

Flamingos to Resume Camping on Sunday Ahead of U17 Women’s World Cup

Head Coach Bankole Olowookere has invited 30 players to join the camp of Nigeria’s U17 women’s football team, the Flamingos, as they begin their preparations for the 2025 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco.

The squad includes four goalkeepers, nine defenders, nine midfielders, and nine forwards. These players will be gearing up for the competition, which will be held from 17th October to 8th November across four venues in two Moroccan cities.

The Flamingos secured their spot in th
https://sportflames.com/2025/09/flamingos-to-resume-camping-on-sunday-ahead-of-u17-womens-world-cup/

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