A small group of elite players have stepped in front of a microphone to follow another passion, looking every bit as comfortable in a studio environment as on the pitch
The Nigeria international has reclaimed his place at the Chilli Boys following a period of uncertainty regarding his future. The Super Eagles goalkeeper is now determined to lead the club to a successful season under the guidance of chairman Siviwe Mpengesi.
The former Mamelodi Sundowns and Al Ahly head coach has broken his silence regarding a potential return to the South African national team dugout. With current boss Hugo Broos nearing the end of his contract, speculation has reached fever pitch regarding who will lead the nation into the next cycle. Mosimane has now confirmed that the South African Football Association (SAFA) has initiated contact with him and other candidates to discuss a long-term succession strategy.
Former Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper Daniel Akpeyi has expressed his delight at seeing the 30-year-old return to club football with the Chilli Boys, but he has coupled his praise with a stern warning. While the move offers the former Enyimba star a chance to rebuild his career, Akpeyi insists that reclaiming Nigeria national team’s number one shirt will be a significant challenge given the competition from Europe-based stars.
Nigeria's goalkeeper has finally returned to the Eastern Cape-based outfit, but the reason behind his February departure from the Chilli Boys has only now been revealed. His representative has opened up about the immense emotional toll the shot-stopper endured before opting to leave the club and spend months on the sidelines without a team.
Former Amakhosi goalkeeper Daniel Akpeyi has weighed in on the 30-year-old’s surprising decision to return to the Chilli Boys for the upcoming season. After appearing to be on the verge of a high-profile move following his heroics for Nigeria during the last AFCON finals, the shot-stopper has instead opted for familiar surroundings in the Eastern Cape.
The former Nigerian international has opened up on the high-stakes transfer battle between the Brazilians and the Buccaneers that defined his move to South Africa a decade ago. Despite a difficult stint at Chloorkop, the winger remains adamant that he made the right choice by joining Masandawana over their Soweto rivals.
Four nations made debuts at the 2026 World Cup, with Cape Verde, Curacao, Jordan and Uzbekistan gracing the grandest stage in international football for the first time. It was the tournament with the most newcomers since 2006 and Cape Verde achieved the feat of ending a 16-year wait for a debutant to reach the knockout stages, before succumbing to Lionel Messi's Argentina in a classic.
We are now just hours away from the start of the 2026 World Cup finals in the United States, Canada and Mexico, with all 48 teams having made their way to North America with dreams of glory driving them. All of the pre-qualifying favourites made it safely through, including Spain, Brazil, England, France and defending champions Argentina.
Cristiano Ronaldo endured a frustrating evening in Leiria as Portugal concluded their 2026 World Cup preparations with a slender 2-1 victory over Nigeria. Despite the win, the 41-year-old veteran lacked his usual clinical edge, spurning several golden opportunities to extend his legendary international goal tally.
Former Amakhosi and Nigeria international goalkeeper has officially announced his retirement from professional football, bringing the curtain down on an influential decade-long stint in the South African top flight. The 39-year-old shot-stopper confirmed his decision as he prepares to transition into a new chapter of his career away from the pitch.
Cristiano Ronaldo is preparing to lead Portugal into a record-breaking sixth World Cup, but questions are already being asked about whether his time on home soil is coming to an end. National team boss Roberto Martinez has addressed whether a pre-tournament friendly against Nigeria serves as a final farewell for the legendary forward.
Victor Osimhen is once again at the centre of a global transfer scramble following a major admission from the Nigerian national team camp. After a prolific spell in Turkey with Galatasaray, the former Napoli superstar appears ready to make his next career move, with the Premier League and Serie A clubs on high alert.
The Super Eagles goalkeeper is currently a free agent after his surprise departure from Chippa United in February. Since then, he has been linked with several clubs, with Amakhosi reportedly emerging as the most prominent suitor.
Alex Iwobi has explained what makes Nigeria international team-mate Victor Osimhen special, with the Galatasaray striker so determined to be a world-class operator that he is “cheating just to win” in training. Speaking on the Beast Mode On Podcast, Fulham playmaker Iwobi has also revealed what it is like having legendary ex-Paris Saint-Germain, Bolton and Super Eagles star Jay-Jay Okocha as an uncle.
Abebayo Akinfenwa is joined by Alex Iwobi on the Beast Mode On Podcast as the Fulham winger discusses his journey from the Arsenal academy to becoming a regular in the Premier League and making his mark on the international stage with Nigeria. The 29-year-old also talks about his duels with Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo as well as a host of other compelling topics.
Doubts surround the Iranian national team ahead of the World Cup. As the final whistle approaches for football’s showpiece event, observers in Tehran and beyond sense a palpable unease about the team’s readiness. Concerns range from the squad’s defensive fragility to the lingering effects of domestic political pressures that have shadowed its preparations. Analysts point out that the side has struggled to find consistency in high-profile friendlies, and the coaching staff’s public silence only amplifies the uncertainty. Fans, who have seen their team qualify for a record sixth consecutive tournament, now wonder whether the squad can silence the sceptics when the first match kicks off.
The Nigerian Football Federation has successfully secured the international commitment of Wrexham goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo following a formal change of allegiance from England. The 24-year-old Londoner is now eligible to represent the Super Eagles at senior level after previously being capped by the Three Lions as a teenager.
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