South Africa announced on Saturday that it was withdrawing its bid to host the Women’s World Cup in 2027
Head of the South African Football Association, Lydia Monyepao, said the association felt it was better to present a better prepared bid for 2031, rather than show a presentation made in haste. The deadline for submitting precise plans from candidates to host the competition was set by FIFA for December 8. Following this withdrawal, three […]
France may be disqualified from 2023 FIFA U-17
France may be disqualified from the ongoing 2023 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Indonesiafor fielding an ineligible player. The bone of contention is 17-year-old Montpellier star Yanis Issoufou, who played for Niger Republic in the qualifiers three months earlier.It is strictly forbidden for a footballer to play for two teams in the same competition by […]
After two poor performances in the World Cup qualifiers, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) would happily fire its coach José Peseiro if it had the money to pay compensation
NFF member Nse Essien, who is part of the NFF executive committee, told this to newsmen to express the disappointment of the federation over the male national team’s recent outings. Recall Poseiro in September, had his job extended after a renegotiated pay of $50,000 contract from $70,000 was reached. Nigeria’s qualification for the 2026 World […]
Nigeria’s dreams of a World Cup return started on a shaky footing with a disappointing 1-1 draw at home to Lesotho
Lesotho – ranked 153rd globally; 113 below Nigeria – took the lead in the 56thminute against the run of play at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo, Akwa IbomStateBut 11 minutes later, defender Semi Ajayi rose to the occasion to power a headerpast the Crocodiles’ goalkeeper for the equalizer.The Super Eagles, however, have a chance […]
The Fifa Club World Cup breaks new ground next month when it takes place for the first time in Saudi Arabia
In another first, European champions Manchester City debut at the tournament, and willfeature alongside the likes of hosts Al Ittihad, Egypt’s Al Ahly and South Americanchampions Fluminense. The Brazilian side were confirmed on Saturday as the final teamto seal their spot in Jeddah.The Fifa Club World Cup is a seven-team tournament bringing together the championsof […]
