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Grassroots Football: NFF throws weight behind Benue FA

President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Gusau, has pledged his support to the Benue State Football Association (BSFA), led by its Chairman, Paul Edeh.A statement issued on Sunday by Malu Iorngulum, Secretary, BSFA, stated that Gusau…

Zambian football in a good space after years in doldrums

from NJABULO MKHIZE in Durban KwaZulu Natal Bureau LUSAKA, (CAJ News) ZAMBIA is to roll the red carpet out to its triumphant senior men’s football team after it retained its status as the kings of Southern Africa.The crowning of the side as the winner…

FIFA Women’s W/C: Super Falcons arrive Brisbane camp

Nigeria’s Super Falcons have arrived their camp in Brisbane Australia, ahead of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the World Cup co-hosted by Australia and New Zealand is scheduled to hold from July 20 to Aug….

Tougher task to qualify for the World Cup

from ALEXIS DOUMBIA in Abidjan, Ivory Coast Ivory Coast Bureau ABIDJAN, (CAJ News) WITH only the side finishing top of the six-team groups, qualifying for the Federation of International Football Associations (FIFA) World Cup has never been this harde…

Pirates dilemma exposes SA’s and football’s hypocrisy

by SAVIOUS KWINIKA JOHANNESBURG, (CAJ News) PLANS by local football side, Orlando Pirates, to play Israeli side, Maccabi Tel Aviv, has thrown South Africa’s stance against Israel into a quandary.Pirates, the former African champions, are scheduled to …

Zim skipper hopes African team wins World Cup

from DANAI MWARUMBWA in Harare, Zimbabwe Zimbabwe Bureau HARARE, (CAJ News) ZIMBABWE captain, Felisitus Kwangwa, is eager to pick up from where she left off four years ago and inspire her side to honours in the upcoming historic Netball World Cup.The …

Kariba tourism players seek win-win partnership

from ESTHER SHAVI in Kariba, Zimbabwe Zimbabwe Bureau KARIBA, (CAJ News) KARIBA has attracted visitors from all over the world keen to see its breathtaking wildlife and water resources.However, beneath the surface of this vibrant tourism industry, the…

Speaker lauds Katsina United FC for returning to NPFL

The Speaker, Katsina State House of Assembly, Alhaji Nasir Daura, has commended the management and players of Katsina United Football Club (FC) for gaining promotion back to the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL).This is contained in a stateme…

Enthusiasts urge transparency in fighting corruption in sports

Sports enthusiasts have called on stakeholders in the sector to uphold the virtues of transparency and accountability to fight corruption in the industry.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that they spoke at a one-day International Conference on …

SA women’s team row with officials ahead of World Cup

South Africa’s women’s football team, known as Banyana Banyana, are in turmoil ahead of the World Cup due to be held in Australia and New Zealand later this month.On Sunday, the players boycotted a warm-up match against neighbouring Botswana to show th…

Athletes, others celebrate Olympic Day in Lagos

Athletes, aerobic clubs and school children on Saturday in Lagos joined millions across the world to take part in the 2023 Olympic Day celebrations.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the event, tagged ‘Let’s Move’, was held at the National …

Well wishes for Banyana Banyana for 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup

Banyana Banyana’s presence at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup sends a powerful message that women can achieve anything they set their minds on, says Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Zizi Kodwa.“I want to commend Banyana Banyana for the indomitable …

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