Saturday, May 30, 2015

TENNIS: Rafael Nadal eases past Andrey Kuznetsov to book spot in French Open fourth round

Rafael Nadal's attempt to win the French Open for a 10th time picked up pace with a 6-1 6-3 6-2 third round demolition of unseeded Russian Andrey Kuznetsov at Roland Garros on Saturday.

TENNIS: Great Britain suffer Davis Cup blow after Aljaz Bedene switch blocked by ITF

British No 2, Aljaz Bedene, will not be allowed to represent Great Britain in the Davis Cup, the International Tennis Federation has announced.

Chelsea 1-0 Thailand All-Stars: Nigerian-born Dominic Solanke scores his 42nd goal of the season to hand Blues narrow victory in Bangkok

Chelsea's Academy Player of the Year Dominic Solanke scored his 42nd goal of the season as Jose Mourinho's side huffed and puffed to a 1-0 victory against the Thailand All-Stars.

Rio Ferdinand announces his retirement from football following a hugely successful career with Manchester United and England

Former Manchester United and England defender Rio Ferdinand has announced his retirement from football following his release from Queens Park Rangers.

Arsenal 4-0 Aston Villa: Theo Walcott, Alexis Sanchez, Per Mertesacker and Olivier Giroud find the net as Arsene Wenger's side stroll to second successive FA Cup final victory

It was less an FA Cup final and more an exhibition. Sometimes, the battered, old competition can provide a showcase end-of-season finale which reminds you of all that was once good about the game.

The Arsenal players celebrate with the FA Cup trophy following an impressive 4-0 victory against Aston Villa at Wembley

2017 AFCON Qualifier: Super Eagles storm Kaduna for Chad June 7

The Super Eagles will arrive in Kaduna for next month's 2017 Africa Cup Of Nations qualifier against Chad on Sunday, June 7, 2015. The team will stay at the Africa Continental Hotel, Kaduna.

GOLF: Rory McIlroy misses the cut at the Irish Open as Padraig Harrington keeps in touch with the leaders

Padraig Harrington was frustrated not to be in a commanding position to win a second Irish Open title as tournament host Rory McIlroy missed the cut for the third year in succession.

Roger Federer eases past Damir Dzumhur to reach French Open fourth round

Roger Federer suggested he could play on for another five years after the Swiss eased into the French Open last 16 with a straight-sets win over Damir Dzumhur.

TENNIS: Maria Sharapova cruises into French Open fourth round after beating Samantha Stosur

Defending French Open champion Maria Sharapova passed her first serious test with flying colours, dismissing Australian 26th seed Samantha Stosur 6-3 6-4 to reach the last 16 on Friday.

Arsenal players train as they prepare for season finale against Aston Villa in FA Cup final at Wembley

Arsenal has been putting together their final plans as they prepare for their final game of the season against Aston Villa in the FA Cup final on Saturday.

Blatter WINS FIFA presidential election after his loyal cronies ignore corruption scandal – so will UEFA nations boycott the World Cup as Michel Platini threatened?

Football in crisis: The corruption crisis engulfing FIFA failed to topple Sepp Blatter on Friday as he was elected president for a fifth term.

FIFA vote goes to second round after Blatter fails to win two-thirds majority in bid to retain grip on power in battle with rival Ali

Voting in the FIFA presidency went to a second round on Friday night but Sepp Blatter is on course for victory having fallen just seven votes short of a first round majority.

Adebayo Akinfenwa continues post-season holiday in America as he poses for photo with the 'lovely' Rosina Grosso

He had a chance meeting with Brazil legend Ronaldo earlier this week and Adebayo Akinfenwa is continuing to make the most of his time in America as he poses for a photo with television host and model Rosina Grosso.

FIFA CONTROVERSY: Jack Warner In Party Mood, Hours After Being Freed From Prison For Corruption

Dancing without a care in the world, shameless Jack Warner parties the night away – hours after being freed from prison in an ambulance suffering from apparent exhaustion.

FIFA welcome Flying Eagles to New Zealand Friday

World football governing body FIFA will officially welcome the Nigeria delegation led by Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) executive committee member Ahmed Yusuf ‘Fresh’ on Friday. 'Fresh' is also vice-chairman of the NFF technical sub-committee.

Nigeria's U-17 team, Golden Eaglets on Wednesday grabbed a 2-1 win over Abuja-based side, Amakson Soccer Academy in a friendly match at the NFF\FIFA Goal Project Pitch in Abuja.

Blatter Admits 'More Bad News Will Follow', Says Corruption Is Not His Fault

Sepp Blatter has admitted 'more bad news will follow' for FIFA as he claimed the £100m corruption scandal is not his fault because he 'can't monitor everyone all the time.'

Isaac Success and Moses Simon have joined up with the Flying Eagles in camp ahead of the FIFA U20 World Cup in New Zealand.

BREAKING NEWS: 3SC Coach Sacked!

Latest reports from Ibadan, Oyo state, say Head coach of 3SC, Franklin

Howard, has been sacked.

COUNTDOWN: Facts About The FIFA U-20 World Cup

The FIFA U-20 World Cup kicks off on Saturday, May 30, 2015, in New Zealand. Nigeria's U-20 national team, Flying Eagles, will be eyeing the top prize in the picture below.

Adebayo Akinfenwa hails Ronaldo after getting picture taken with World Cup-winning Brazil legend in Las Vegas

The best met the beast on Monday night as Adebayo Akinfenwa shared a picture of his chance meeting with Brazil legend Ronaldo.

Jose Mourinho already eyeing Champions League glory as Chelsea are given traditional Thai welcome in Bangkok

Jose Mourinho has set his sights on European glory next season after arriving in Bangkok ahead of Chelsea's friendly against Thailand All-Stars.

The management of Rangers Int’l FC of Enugu has sacked the team’s Technical Adviser, Kelechi Emeteole while Chief Coach, Imama Amapakabo, has been directed to take over the team.

The organisers of the League Bloggers Award (LBA) have announced the winner for its quarterly award introduced to honour winners of each of the four quarters in the Glo Premier League.

Invitation card for the Inauguration ceremony

This is what the IV sent out for the inauguration tomorrow May 29, 2015.

The Super Eagles team made up of home-based stars was held to a goalless draw at the Karkanda Stadium, Katsina, on Tuesday, May 26.

Nigeria football stakeholders will converge on Lafia, Nasarawa State, to celebrate with the newly-elected Deputy Governor of Nasarawa state, Hon Silas Agara.

Super Falcons Coach, Edwin Okon, has announced his final list of 23 players for the FIFA Women’s World Cup which starts in Canada next week.

FIFA's darkest day: 'Illegal payments, kickbacks and bribes became a way of doing business' says FBI Director after SEVEN officials are arrested in dawn raid as football goes into meltdown

FIFA in crisis as SEVEN executives including vice president are held in Zurich hotel raid over £100m bribes claim

One of the seven FIFA officials arrested walks from the Baur du Lac hotel following a dawn police raid

FIFA was plunged into crisis on Wednesday after Swiss authorities arrested seven football officials in a dawn raid at a luxury Zurich hotel and two separate corruption investigations were launched.

Mary Hockaday, controller of BBC World Service English, paid tribute to Oshoala.

Usain Bolt wins at the Golden Spike event in Ostrava

Usain Bolt was an easy winner in his first race of the year in Europe, but failed to break 20 seconds in the 200m at the Golden Spike meet in Ostrava.

The FIFA presidential election will take place on Friday as planned despite the arrest of seven Fifa officials on charges they received more than $150m (£100m) in bribes.

The League Management Committee Chairman, Shehu Dikko, says the body is ready to engage governors of state owned clubs on the benefits of investing in infrastructure.

The League Management Company (LMC) says it will soon sponsor a bill at the National Assembly to compel Nigerian firms and individual to invest in the country’s football before financing clubs or leagues overseas.

LvG: Stadiums bog standard

Louis van Gaal says some Premier League clubs' facilities are so poor he has been forced to sit in the dressing-room toilets.

Manchester City's match with Toronto FC on Wednesday begins a series of matches that will bring revenue, profile, aggravation and possible injury.

Victor Moses could still return to Stoke as Mark Hughes remains hopeful of signing Chelsea winger

Victor Moses remains a transfer target for Stoke with Potters boss Mark Hughes saying he is still keen to sign the Nigerian winger, who was on loan from Chelsea this term, on a full contract.

FIFA Women W/Cup: England Ladies jet Out For World Cup in Canada, As Nigerian-born Eniola Aluko Makes List

The 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup in Canada is just under two weeks away and England Ladies have set off for the competition in style.

Manchester United wants Barcelona right back Dani Alves with Louis van Gaal keen to secure Brazilian on free transfer

Manchester United has Barcelona right back Dani Alves on a list of potential transfer targets this summer.

Nigeria's Super Falcons played a goalless draw against Canada’s national women team in a friendly decided behind closed doors at Downsview Park on Monday.

The 15 invited overseas-based players for the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Chad have been given a week off ‘to rest and recuperate’ after a long season abroad, and are now expected to report to camp on Tuesday, June 2.

Nigeria and Liverpool's Asisat Oshoala has won the BBC Women's Footballer of the Year award.

Tomas Berdych eases into second round at French Open after dominant display against Yoshihito Nishioka

Fourth seed Tomas Berdych eased into the second round at the French Open with a 6-0 7-5 6-3 victory over Japanese qualifier Yoshihito Nishioka.

Real Madrid SACK manager Carlo Ancelotti, announces president Florentino Perez... as Rafa Benitez is made favourite to take over

Real Madrid has sacked Carlo Ancelotti a year and a day after he won the club its 10th European Cup.

Manchester City touch down in Toronto for their post-season tour of North America

Manchester City have arrived in Canada for their end-of-season, just a day after ending their Premier League campaign by beating Southampton at the Etihad Stadium.

The Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) club owners association has commended the leadership of Nigeria Nation-wide League (NNWL) with the level of organization they have put in place to improve the league, following the successful kick-off of the 2015 season.

AFNs high performance centre is sited at University of Port Harcourt

The High Performance Centre of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) was declared open by Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) president, Hamad Malboum Kalkaba, in Port Harcourt, Rivers state, today.

Amata (right) celerbates with a colleague

Nigeria’s women high jump record holder, Doreen Amata, was again in top form at the weekend, as she qualified for the 2015 IAAF World Championships in Beijing when she leapt a height of 1.94m to win the event in Dakar, Senegal.

Super Eagles coach, Stephen Keshi, has called up 14 overseas-based players for Nigeria's Afcon qualifier against Chad in Kaduna.

TENNIS: Roger Federer eases past Alejandro Falla as World No 2 progresses to second round at French Open

Roger Federer cruised into the second round of the French Open with a 6-3, 6-3, 6-4 win over Alejandro Falla.

Raheem Sterling laughs after Liverpool supporters berate him with abuse as his transfer drama continues to rumble

Raheem Sterling was heavily taunted by Liverpool fans at the Britannia Stadium as his future at Liverpool continues to look bleak - but he could only laugh.

Stoke City 6-1 Liverpool: Steven Gerrard's final game for the Reds ends in a devastating capitulation as the Potters run riot

Steven Gerrard's farewell to Liverpool ended in spectacular disappointment as Stoke inflicted their heaviest league defeat in 52 years.

Former Nigeria Football Federation’s Board member, Obinna Ogba, has disclosed that he is already holding discussions with Coach Stephen Keshi, on the possibility of organising a friendly between the Super Eagles and Ebonyi United FC.

Nigeria’s Super Eagles will play at the Karkanda Stadium in Katsina in what will be the first game at the new edifice.

Flying Eagles star, Kelechi Iheanacho, made a statement ahead of the U20 World Cup as he scored a brace for Manchester City U-21 in a 3-1 win over Manchester United U-21 at the Academy Stadium on Saturday afternoon.

In a bid to boost the morale of the Flying Eagles ahead of the 2015 FIFA U-20 World Cup in New Zealand, reports say the Nigeria Football Federation has paid the camp allowance of the team.

Home-based invitee, Gbolahan Salami

All home-based players invited to camp in preparations for the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Le Sao of Chad have arrived in the team’s camp.

PRIZE GIVE AWAY ON SPORTS YARN

Fans of Sports Yarn on Dream Fm, 92.5, have continued to receive prizes as winners in the 247 Bitters Scratch and Win Promo.

Renard Resigns From Ivory Coast

Herve Renard has resigned as the coach of Ivory Coast, months after winning the Africa Cup of Nations.

Enyimba striker, Mfon Udoh, has been released from the Super Eagles camp preparing for next month's 2017 AFCON qualifiers against Chad.

TENNIS: Serena Williams is greatest of all time even if she doesn't break Grand Slam record, believes Marion Bartoli

Serena Williams is the greatest female player of all time regardless of whether she breaks the record for grand slam victories, according to former Wimbledon champion Marion Bartoli.

Jordon Ibe's stepfather to be given scouting job at Liverpool after negotiating teenager's new five-year deal

Jordon Ibe’s stepfather will be given a job as a scout for Liverpool after successfully agreeing the teenage winger’s new five-year contract at the club.

Jordon Ibe commits long-term future to Liverpool by penning new deal while Jon Flanagan signs 12-month extension

Liverpool winger, Jordon Ibe and defender Jon Flanagan have both signed contract extensions with the club.

Super Eagles Begin Training For Chad

Nigeria’s Super Eagles started preparations for the 2017 AFCON qualifiers against Chad on Friday in Abuja.

National U-23 team Coach, Samson Siasia, has released a list of 30 players who will kick-start the team’s camping programme ahead of the qualifying fixture for the African U-23 Championship against the winner between Ghana and Congo, in July.

Jose Mourinho named Barclays Manager of the Season as Chelsea star Eden Hazard receives best player accolade

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has been named the Barclays Manager of the Season, with his star man Eden Hazard scooping the player award.

Cristiano Ronaldo targeted by PSG as Ligue 1 champions prepare audacious £89m bid

Cristiano Ronaldo could be on his way to Ligue 1 champions Paris Saint-Germain but wants to clarify his position at Real Madrid first, according to Spanish newspaper Marca.

Didier Drogba catches up with 'big bro' Snoop Dogg at Cannes Film Festival

It was a case of the Drog and Snoop Dogg on Wednesday night as Chelsea veteran Didier Drogba kicked back at the Cannes Film Festival with the legendary rapper.

Liverpool CANCEL crunch meeting with Sterling after star's agent insists he will not sign a new deal - even for £900,000-a-week

Liverpool are cancelling a meeting with Raheem Sterling's advisors, scheduled for Friday, following his agent's extraordinary outburst.

The League Management Company (LMC) has asked clubs to refrain from acts that run contrary to the terms of contracts entered into with players.

Luis Figo pulls out of FIFA presidential election race as Portugal legend pulls no punches with explosive statement

Luis Figo is dropping out of the election for president of FIFA, saying the May 29 ballot is 'not a normal electoral act.'

Dolphins Rate Same With FC Taraba At Home

Dolphins FC and FC Taraba played out to a 1-1 draw in a Glo NPFL clash at the Jolly Nyame Stadium.

The League Management Company (LMC) has lodged a complaint with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Referees Committee against three center referees and their assistants for poor officiating in some of the Match Day 9 fixtures played on Sunday, May 17.

Bayelsa United's bid to escape the drop to the Nigeria National League got a boost after they secured a nervy 1-0 win over Wikki Tourist.

Substitute Nnamso Edo struck the winner against Shooting Stars as Akwa United came back from a goal down to record a 2-1 victory at the Uyo Township Stadium on Wednesday.

An inconsistent Sharks side was wasteful in front of goal as they were held to a 1-1 draw against giant-killing Giwa FC in Port Harcourt.

Nigeria Professional Football League leaders Sunshine Stars recorded their sixth league win of the current season with a 1-0 victory over Kwara United.

Lobi Stars got their first win of the season after beating Heartland 1-0 on Wednesday.

Kano Pillars picked up their second consecutive victory with a hard-fought 2-1 win over Gabros FC.

Enugu Rangers were held to a 0-0 draw by Nasarawa United in a Nigeria Professional Football League week ten encounter at the Nnamdi Azikwe Stadium on Wednesday.

The England U17s have booked their place in the 2015 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Chile following their 5-3 win against Spain on penalties on Tuesday.

RUGBY: Nigerian-born Maro Itoje Makes England Rugby World Cup Squad

Maro Itoje leads the charge of the bolters into England’s training squad as the rookie Saracens forward seeks to graduate from junior World Cup glory last year to a place at the senior event this year.

Raheem Sterling named Liverpool young player of the year as he joins team-mates at awards night in Echo Arena after telling Brendan Rodgers he wants to leave

Liverpool forward Raheem Sterling was booed and jeered by supporters at the club's annual awards after bagging the player of the year gong.

Lewis Hamilton signs new £100m Mercedes deal on eve of Monaco GP

Lewis Hamilton has ended his contract saga with Mercedes by penning a new three-year deal worth £100m.

NPFL LATEST: LMC Announces Three Weeks Break, League Resumes July 14

The League Management Company (LMC) has announced a three weeks break in the 2014/15 Glo Premier League to commence after games of Match Day 10.

Novak Djokovic eases past Roger Federer in straight sets to retain Italian Open title

Novak Djokovic justified his odds-on favourite status for the impending French Open championship with an intimidating victory over Roger Federer to claim its main warm-up title.

Raheem Sterling tells Brendan Rodgers he wants to leave Liverpool as club prepare for last-ditch talks with want-away forward

Liverpool will hold crunch talks with starlet Raheem Sterling, this week after the forward told manager, Brendan Rodgers, he wants to quit the club.

Mario Balotelli spotted with ex-fiancée Fanny Neguesha in Milan sparking rumours of a rekindled romance

In the eyes of most Liverpool fans, he's been an expensive disappointment.

Flying Eagles wrap up tour of Germany with win against Freiburg U23

Nigeria’s Flying Eagles rounded up their friendly games in their tour of Germany this Tuesday, with a comprehensive 4-1 win over the U-23 team of Freiburg.

Nigerian-born Jordon Ibe shows off his fancy footwork... proving there is life at Liverpool should Raheem Sterling decide to leave Anfield

Liverpool fans may be aghast at the prospect of losing Raheem Sterling, but the blow could be slightly cushioned by the emergence of another promising young star.

Nigeria’s Super Falcons will fly out of the country tonight for the 7th FIFA Women’s World Cup finals. The contingent will fly out of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, aboard an Air France aircraft at 8pm.

Reigning African Woman Player of the Year, Asisat Oshoala, has promised Nigerians of a good outing at the up-coming FIFA Women World Cup holding in Canada next month.

GOLF: Rory McIlroy way out in front as he wins Wells Fargo Championship by seven shots

Rory McIlroy cantered to victory at the Wells Fargo Championship in North Carolina, having done the hard work already with his stunning third-round 61.

UEFA chief Michel Platini thinks Financial Fair Play rules that saw Manchester City fined £49million could be eased in June

Europe's big spenders have been given the green light to carry on after UEFA president Michel Platini admitted the current financial strait jacket on clubs 'FINANCES has not worked.

Memphis Depay leaves Manchester United training ground after undergoing medical

Memphis Depay has been pictured leaving Manchester United's Aon Training Complex after undergoing a medical at his new club.

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Happy Birthday to you!

In our regular Sunday feature, FIFA.com presents you with some of the biggest names in football who will be celebrating their birthdays over the coming week.

Generic view of the Home of FIFA in Zurich, Switzerland

On Sunday, May 10, FIFA President Blatter welcomed the Presidents of the Israel Football Association (IFA) and the Palestinian Football Association (PFA), Ofer Eini and Jibril Rajoub respectively, to the Home of FIFA in Zurich. The meeting was also attended by FIFA Secretary General Jérôme Valcke, IFA General Secretary Rotem Kamer and PFA International Relations Director Susan Shalabi.

As the supreme legislative body of FIFA, the FIFA Congress has been the stage for every important organisational decision taken in the world of football since its first edition in 1904. Each of the previous 64 meetings have certainly resulted in significant resolutions, but we look back at ten key milestones in the history of the FIFA Congress in the build-up to this year’s 65^th edition on 29 May.

Saturday, May 30, 2015

Friday, May 29, 2015

Thursday, May 28, 2015

Nigeria's U-17 team, Golden Eaglets on Wednesday grabbed a 2-1 win over Abuja-based side, Amakson Soccer Academy in a friendly match at the NFF\FIFA Goal Project Pitch in Abuja.

Wednesday, May 27, 2015

FIFA in crisis as SEVEN executives including vice president are held in Zurich hotel raid over £100m bribes claim

FIFA was plunged into crisis on Wednesday after Swiss authorities arrested seven football officials in a dawn raid at a luxury Zurich hotel and two separate corruption investigations were launched.

Tuesday, May 26, 2015

Manchester City's match with Toronto FC on Wednesday begins a series of matches that will bring revenue, profile, aggravation and possible injury.

Monday, May 25, 2015

Sunday, May 24, 2015

Saturday, May 23, 2015

Friday, May 22, 2015

Thursday, May 21, 2015

Wednesday, May 20, 2015

Tuesday, May 19, 2015

Monday, May 18, 2015

Sunday, May 17, 2015