A top official of the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has dismissed rumours that Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen would leave the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) camp in Morocco. On Tuesday, some reports claimed that Osimhen said he was leaving the camp for Turkey. “Confirmed reports have it that Victor Osimhen said he was…
Super Eagles forward, Victor Osimhen, caused major tension in the Nigerian camp on Monday after openly threatening to walk away from the national team following Nigeria’s emphatic win over Mozambique at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The striker was said to be visibly angry after an on-field disagreement during the match. The situation unfolded…
Chelsea Football Club has officially appointed Liam Rosenior as the new head coach of the men’s team. Rosenior, who enjoyed a successful playing career across the Premier League and Championship, joins Chelsea with a growing reputation in coaching. He previously held roles in youth development and first-team coaching, earning praise for his tactical acumen and…
Former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua is considering retirement from boxing following a tragic car accident in Nigeria that claimed the lives of two of his close friends and team members. Joshua’s uncle, Adedamola Joshua, stated this, adding that the 36-year-old boxer communicated his decision privately to family members in the aftermath of the fatal…
Nigeria produced one of their most complete performances at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Monday night, sweeping aside Mozambique 4–0 in their Round of 16 encounter at the Stade de Fès to book a place in the quarter-finals. The Super Eagles arrived in Fès in confident mood after a perfect group-stage campaign, and…
GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that Ruben Amorim has been sacked by Manchester United. The Portuguese’s final game of his 14-month spell in charge was the 1-1 draw against Leeds United on Sunday that leaves them sixth in the Premier League after 20 matches. Former midfielder and current Under-18s coach Darren Fletcher is expected to take charge…
The Janaza (funeral prayers) for Sina Ghami and Abdul Latif “Latz” Ayodele, close friends and team members of British-Nigerian boxing champion, Anthony Joshua, will be held on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at the London Central Mosque, 146 Park Road, London NW8 7RG. According to a statement released on Saturday by Boxing King Media, the funeral…
GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that English Football Club, Chelsea FC and head coach Enzo Maresca have agreed to end their cooperation with immediate effect. The Italian specialist’s stint at the club has come to an end. According to Fabrizio Romano, tensions had been rising within the club over the past 24 to 48 hours, ultimately leading…
British Nigerian boxer, Anthony Joshua, who was involved in an accident that claimed the lives of his two associates on Lagos -Ibadan expressway on Monday has been discharged from hospital where he has been on admission for treatment. The Lagos and Ogun state governments in a jointly signed statement said Joshua was released from…
Nigeria will face Mozambique in the Round of 16 of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, organisers have confirmed. This confirmation followed the conclusion of match day three on Wednesday night. The knockout fixture is scheduled to take place in Fez, setting up a decisive clash as the Super Eagles continue their push for continental…
