Author: Boluwatife Kehinde

Shooting Stars Sports Club have been directed to stop using the Lekan Salami Stadium in Ibadan for their home matches. The Ibadan-based team has been told to choose a new venue for their games, with the MKO Abiola Stadium in Abeokuta and the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos given as the two available options. The decision is understood to be linked to concerns about the condition of the playing surface at the Lekan Salami Stadium, which is no longer considered suitable for hosting matches at this time. Read also on New Daily Prime: NPFL fines Katsina United ₦9.5 million, imposes…

The third-round first-leg qualifier for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup between Nigeria and Senegal will now take place at the MKO Abiola Sports Complex in Abeokuta, Ogun State. ‎The Confederation of African Football (CAF) approved the venue change following a request by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). The match is scheduled for February 7. ‎NFF Director of Competitions, Ruth David, confirmed the development in a statement released to journalists on Friday in Abuja. Read also on New Daily Prime: Flamingos defeat to France leaves knockout phase in jeopardy ‎ According to her, the decision was prompted by the…

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced a series of disciplinary sanctions following the disorder that overshadowed the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final. ‎The governing body also confirmed that Morocco’s appeal to be declared champions of the tournament has been rejected. ‎The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) was fined a total of $315,000 for multiple infringements during the final. ‎Read also on New Daily Prime: ‎Senegal FA president alleges CAF bias in 2025 AFCON final win over Morocco ‎CAF cited misconduct involving stadium ball boys, the invasion of the referees’ restricted area by players and officials, and the use…

Raheem Sterling has officially departed Chelsea Football Club by mutual agreement, the club confirmed on Tuesday. The 31 year old leaves after three-and-a-half seasons at Stamford Bridge, having joined Chelsea in the summer of 2022 following his transfer from Manchester City. During his time with the Blues, the England international was a regular presence in the squad and contributed across multiple campaigns. In a statement published on Chelsea’s official website, the club acknowledged Sterling’s efforts and wished him success in the next phase of his career. “We thank Raheem for the contribution he made while a Chelsea player and wish…

 Super Falcons will step up preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) by competing in a four-nation West African invitational tournament scheduled to hold later this month in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. Organised by the West African Football Union (WAFU) Zone B, the competition will run from February 27 to March 7, 2026. The Nigeria Football Federation has confirmed the team’s participation in the tournament, which brings together four nations that have all qualified for WAFCON 2026. Hosts Côte d’Ivoire will be joined by Nigeria, Ghana and Senegal in what is expected to be a highly competitive mini-tournament.…

‎The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is considering a review of regulations on goalkeepers’ use of towels following incidents at the recent Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. ‎In an interview with to Canal+ Afrique, CAF Referees Committee president Olivier Safari said towels are not recognised as official playing equipment and should not be used in ways that affect the game. ‎“A towel is not equipment for a player or a goalkeeper,” Safari said. “If it is used to give instructions or influence play, it should be removed from the field.” Read also on New Daily Prime: ‎Senegal FA president…

Atalanta have lowered their valuation of Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman from €50 million to €35 million, opening the door to a potential summer transfer. The Bergamo-based club had previously stood firm on a €50m release clause and blocked any move, citing an earlier agreement with the player that ruled out transfers to fellow Serie A sides. However, according to transfer insider Ekrem Konur, Atalanta have now softened their stance, with Everton and several other European clubs closely monitoring the situation. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reports that Atlético Madrid are long-term admirers of the versatile attacker and are considering a…

Nigeria’s U20 women’s team, the Falconets, are intensifying preparations for their third-round qualifier of the 12th FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup, with head coach Moses Aduku expressing confidence in the squad’s steady development ahead of their two-legged encounter with Senegal. Nigeria will host the first leg at the Lekan Salami Stadium in Ibadan on Saturday, 7 February, before traveling to Dakar for the return fixture on Saturday, 14 February. Aduku stressed that the team’s immediate focus is firmly on the opening leg, underlining the need to secure a convincing result at home. According to the coach, a series of friendly…

Former Spain head coach Robert Moreno has rejected claims that he used artificial intelligence tools such as ChatGPT while managing Russian side FC Sochi. The 48-year-old left the club after a run of disappointing results, and reports in Russian media later alleged that he depended heavily on ChatGPT for match preparation and even player recruitment decisions. Moreno strongly denied the accusations in an open letter published by the Spanish newspaper Marca. “I have never used ChatGPT or any form of artificial intelligence to plan matches, select line-ups, or decide on players. These claims are completely untrue,” he stated. He explained…

‎Following the controversy that surrounded the Africa Cup of Nations final between Morocco and Senegal, the president of the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF), Abdoulaye Fall, has openly expressed his dissatisfaction with the Confederation of African Football (CAF). ‎One week after the final, Fall has raised several concerns, alleging unfair treatment and organizational failures throughout the competition. ‎Senegal defeated tournament hosts Morocco 1–0 after extra time in a tense final, a match marked by protests from Senegalese players who briefly walked off the pitch after Morocco were awarded a late penalty in normal time. Read also on New Daily Prime:FIFA president…