Women's World Cup 2027 to kick off on June 24, FIFA says
The 2027 edition of the Women's World Cup for soccer will take place in Brazil between June 24 and July 25, global governing body FIFA said on Tuesday.
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NFF confirms Sanusi’s re-appointment as general-secretary
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), yesterday, officially confirmed the reappointment of Dr Sanusi Mohammed as the secretary-general of the federation, for another term of three years. Sanusi, who joined the NFF as a contract staff in 2007, was first appointed the general-secretary of the federation in 2014 following the exit of Musa Amadu from the position.
Future Eagles head to Morocco for two friendly matches
Barring any last-minute hitches, players and officials of Nigeria’s U15 Boys, Future Eagles are expected to depart the country in the early hours of Wednesday, 11th December for Morocco.
FIFA to confirm World Cup hosts, Saudi set to stage 2034 tournament
FIFA is set to confirm the hosts of the 2030 and 2034 men's World Cups on Wednesday, with a three-continent, six-nation bid led by Morocco, Spain and Portugal to be awarded the former and the latter going to Saudi Arabia.
FIFA estimates $3.8 billion benefit for Canada as 2026 World Cup co-host
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will contribute up to $3.8 billion in "positive economic output" for Canada as a host nation, according to a FIFA economic impact assessment.
Ex-Super Eagles star Ideye joins Enyimba
Former Super Eagles striker Brown Ideye has joined nine-time Nigerian champions, Enyimba, until the end of the 2024/25 season.
Match calendar almost unbearable for national team players, says Dortmund's Sahin
DORTMUND, Germany: The constantly growing number of matches has become a major burden for players who are also playing for their national teams, and it is adding to a larger number of injuries, Borussia Dortmund coach Nuri Sahin said on Tuesday (Dec 10).