Tag: FIFA
Tinubu’s Democracy Day broadcast overshadowed by insecurity, economic concerns
By Paul Ejime Nigeria on Friday, 12 June, marked 27 years of the return of civilian rule after prolonged military rule and a date in...
FIFA World Cup 2026: Durable themes in troubled times
By Chidi Anselm Odinkalu
When the FIFA World Cup finals kick off on June 11, Nigeria’s presence will be felt, but not as a competitor. Nigerian...
15 Nigerians to play for other nations at FIFA World Cup
By Dianabasi Effiong
No fewer than 15 footballers of Nigerian descent will feature for other nations at the FIFA World Cup 2026 to be played...
NFF appeals FIFA’s decision on petition against DR Congo
By Dianabasi Effiong
The General Secretary, Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), says the appeal process on the decision of the FIFA Disciplinary Committee, which rejected Nigeria's...
Why FIFA sanctions South Africa for fielding ineligible player in World Cup qualifier
South Africa have forfeited a World Cup qualifying match against Lesotho for fielding an ineligible player, world football governing body FIFA announced on Monday.
South...
New FIFA Club World Cup tickets on sale
Cairo, Egypt - Fans of the four African clubs that will compete in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup in the United States, from...