Sunday, March 29, 2026

Sport

“Football Chose Me”, Ex-Shooting Stars Striker Sola Akinwale Reflects on His Career and Nigerian Football

From the dusty fields of Kano to the bright lights of Ibadan, Sola Akinwale’s journey is a story of natural talent, determination, and resilience. A former striker for Shooting Stars and one-time jersey number 9 goal-poacher, Akinwale didn’t just play football, he lived it. Beyond paying his school fees and setting him on a professional path, football opened doors,...

Beyond the pitch, SOCA is forging Nigeria’s next generation of scholar-athletes

Just in case….. ….you missed it yesterday in the Vanguard, the Guardian on Saturday, Complete Sports and Naija Times online...pls read this: At the tail end...

What do you really know about Nigerian football players in history – by Chief Segun Odegbami

Do you know that one of the most famous names in the history of Nigerian football, described as one of the best strikers ever,...

Allen Onyema’s tribute to late Nigerian Sports Heroes!

In a heartfelt tribute, Allen Onyema honors five legendary Nigerian sports icons who passed away in 2025—Christian Chukwu, MFR (football); Charles Bassey, MON (basketball);...

A Night of Legends: Honoring Nigeria’s Fallen Sports Heroes – A reflection of Dr. Olusegun Odegbami MON, OLY, AFNIIA, FNIS

As the echoes of tributes faded into the Lagos night, Dr. Olusegun Odegbami and Dr. Allen Onyema stood before the ‘Wall of Fame,’ their eyes tracing the golden names of Nigeria’s sporting legends. In that quiet moment, the weight of history settled—each name a story, each memory a testament to greatness that outlives time. The ‘Night of Tributes’ was not just a farewell; it was a celebration of immortality, where heroes, though gone, remain forever etched in gold.

How I got the nickname ‘Owoblow’ – Ex-ICC and Green Eagles player, Dr. Felix Owolabi Akinloye, MON

Dr Felix Owolabi Akinloye (MON) is a decorated former Shooting Stars and Green Eagles player. He was part of the Green Eagles team that...

Joshua’s struggle may fuel Fury’s return

Former WBA super middleweight champion George Groves believes Tyson Fury's decision to retire in January is unlikely to be permanent and that the recent...

Why my years at Real Madrid was a success – Dimeji Lawal

Mohammed Oladimeji Lawal, the current General Manager of Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC), was a popular footballer during his youth years. In this interview...

Gambling among Nigerian youths should give everyone cause for concern – Ladipo Akolade

Ladipo Abiose Akolade is the founder of Gamblepause Initiative, a non-governmental organisation promoting responsible gaming in the US and Nigeria. In this interview, he...

Djokovic unsure on playing at Wimbledon

Novak Djokovic has N decided to travel to this year's Wimbledon and is due to arrive in London tomorrow, but the seven-time champion does...

We want to retain Ogunbote as 3SC coach – Oyo Sports Commissioner

Oyo State Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Honourable Wasilat Adefemi-Adegoke, recently paid a courtesy visit to the management of the Shooting Stars Sports...

I never liked Guardiola’s training style, says Messi

Lionel Messi has said he did not quite like Pep Guardiola's method of training at Barcelona, insisting it was confusing. The Argentina captain said...

I can never be a coach because i hate cheating. If you cheat my club, i will not be happy with you. I don’t...

Mr. Kabir Adejare, is the former Goalkeeper of Shooting Stars Football Club, Ibadan. He is a Veteran, reputable and successful goalkeeper and footballer. He...