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  By Chimaobi J N  The Head of Technical at the and former Nigeria international, , has applauded for bankrolling the 2026 Delta FA Cup. Sodje gave the commendation following a meeting held on Tuesday in , where key stakeholders discussed preparations for the prestigious state football competition. Speaking with newsmen after the meeting, the former Super Eagles defender expressed confidence in the association’s readiness to deliver a successful tournament. He noted that with the backing of Arthur Ferdinand Limited, the competition is set to reach new heights. Sodje added that the Delta FA is fully committed to organizing a tournament that Deltans will be proud of, promising improved standards, competitiveness, and a platform to further develop grassroots football across the state.

  By Chimaobi J N  Warri, Delta State — FIFA-licensed football agent has commended the ongoing reconstruction of the , describing the project as a “remarkable development” capable of enhancing Nigeria’s global football standing. Uyi made the assessment on Monday during an extensive inspection tour of the facility led by the Chairman of the Delta State Sports Commission ,Hon Onos Oborevwori. Watch Video Here👇 link: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1HakWfmMK3/ The inspection team including  journalists and project officials, was guided around the stadium complex by project manager Engr. Femi James. The London-based agent expressed satisfaction with the quality and scale of work already completed, highlighting the lush natural grass pitch planted by Moroccan experts and equipped with a modern drainage system. He noted that the playing surface meets international standards and is suitable for high-level competitions. “This is a good work in progress. The commitment...

  Warri, Delta State . Chairman of the Delta State Sports Commission, Onos Oborevwori has reiterated the Delta State Government’s resolve to deliver a world-class sporting facility with the ongoing reconstruction of the Warri City Stadium.  Speaking during an inspection tour on Monday, he emphasized that the state is leaving no stone unturned in ensuring that only quality work is delivered. Oborevwori noted that the administration of Governor Sheriff Oborewvori  is building durable infrastructure that will stand the test of time and elevate Delta State’s sporting profile both nationally and internationally. He commended members of the host communities for their cooperation so far, stating that their support has contributed significantly to the smooth progress of the project. According to him, when completed, the stadium will host major sporting events and other activities that will in turn boost economic activities in the area, creating opportunities for businesses an...

  By Ogo Clarkson and CJN The second edition of the Professional Footballers Association of Nigeria (PFAN), Delta State Chapter tournament is set to kick off on April 4 and will run through May 30, 2026. The announcement was made on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, during a press briefing held at Charlington Hotels & Apartments, where organisers formalised a partnership agreement with the hotel’s management. Speaking at the event, former Super Eagles player and current FIFA Coaches Educator, Edema Fuludu—who also serves as the General Secretary of PFAN National—described this year’s edition as an expanded version of the tournament. He revealed that the competition will feature six teams, an improvement from the maiden edition which had only three teams. Fuludu also emphasized that participation is strictly for players aged 50 and above. In his remarks, the CEO of Charliton Hotels, Engr. Chief Charles Ekajeh, expressed satisfaction with the success of the inaugural edition and af...

  By C J N and Vincent Oghenerukevwe  African football’s governing body, Confederation of African Football, is once again under intense scrutiny following its controversial decision to strip Senegal of their AFCON title 58 days after they were crowned champions. The ruling, which has sparked outrage across the continent, has reignited long-standing concerns about inconsistency in CAF’s disciplinary decisions concerns now being amplified by a strikingly similar case from 2024 involving Moroccan side RS Berkane. In the earlier incident during the 2023/24 CAF Confederation Cup, RS Berkane of Morocco reportedly refused to take to the pitch against Algeria’s USM Algiers, remaining in the dressing room amid tensions surrounding their match. In what many observers described as a surprising move, CAF initially awarded a 3-0 victory to the Moroccan club. The decision raised eyebrows at the time, as it appeared to contradict standard disciplinary expectations in football, where refusal ...

  By Chimaobi J N  The Senegalese Football Federation has officially rejected the decision by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to overturn the result of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final and award the title to Morocco. CAF’s Appeals Board ruled that Senegal forfeited the final after their players temporarily walked off the pitch during the match in Rabat in protest of a controversial decision. The incident, which occurred during the game, was judged to be a breach of tournament regulations, leading to the match being awarded to Morocco. In a statement issued on Tuesday, Senegal’s football authorities confirmed they had received official notice of the ruling delivered on March 17, 2026. However, they strongly disagreed with the outcome and announced plans to challenge it at the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). According to the federation, CAF’s Appeals Board accepted a protest filed by the Royal Moroccan Football Federation and overturned an earli...

  By Chimaobi J N  Green Alliance Football Academy (GAFA) produced a dominant attacking display to defeat Sharp Shooters FA 7–3 in an entertaining and high-scoring encounter. GAFA showed their attacking intent early in the match and maintained pressure throughout the game, overwhelming their opponents with pace, creativity, and clinical finishing. The star of the match was Lawson , who delivered an outstanding performance by scoring a brilliant hat-trick to lead the charge for GAFA. Additional goals from Kingston , Runor , Tosin , and Israel further strengthened GAFA’s dominance, ensuring a commanding victory for the academy. Speaking after the match, hat-trick hero Lawson expressed his excitement about the victory and praised his teammates. “I’m very happy to help the team with the goals today. The most important thing is the victory for GAFA. My teammates worked very hard and gave me the support to score. We will keep working harder in training and continue impro...

By Chimaobi J N  The Nigerian football community has been thrown into mourning following the death of former Super Eagles coach Adegboye Onigbinde , who passed away at the age of 88. The family of the veteran tactician confirmed his passing in a statement released on Monday, describing him as a respected football figure, community leader and devoted family man. The statement expressed gratitude to God for what they called a fulfilled and impactful life. Onigbinde, a high chief of Modakeke in Osun State, was widely regarded as one of the pioneers of indigenous football coaching in Nigeria. He made history as one of the first Nigerian coaches to lead the national team and played a significant role in the development of football in the country. During his coaching career, he led the Nigerian national team to the final of the 1984 Africa Cup of Nations , where the then Green Eagles finished as runners-up. He later returned to manage Nigeria again and guided the team to the 2002 FIFA...

By Chimaobi J Nzoromobi.  Green Alliance Football Academy GAFA, on Wednesday delivered an emphatic performance to defeat Golden Friends FA 5–1 in a one-sided encounter that showcased attacking dominance. The breakthrough came in the 15th minute when an intended pass from GAFA midfielder Tosin caused confusion in the Golden Friends defence. A defender’s attempted clearance only succeeded in diverting the ball into his own net, handing GAFA an early lead. GAFA continued to press forward and doubled their advantage in the 39th minute. Striker Godswill Menetie reacted quickest to a loose ball inside the box and calmly slotted home to make it 2–0 before halftime. The second half resumed in similar fashion, with Godswill picking up right where he left off. The forward struck twice in quick succession to complete a brilliant hat-trick and extend GAFA’s lead to 4–0, effectively putting the contest beyond doubt. Runor Rhiakpor added further gloss to the scoreline in the 69th minute, finishi...