international football matches

Ranking the top 15 best football referees of all time in the world

The top African football referees are Bamlak Tessema, Bakary Gassama, Salima Rhadia Mukansanga, Victor Gomes, and Mustapha Ghorbal. The best football referees in the world have officiated any high-profile and international matches.

Report: NFF yet to pay Super Eagles bonus or allowance for international friendlies

The payment is meant for three international friendly matches played against West African rival Ghana, Jamaica, and Russia. The Super Eagles faced Ghana in London, securing a 2-1 victory.

NPFL announces new dates for Enyimba's rescheduled fixtures

The Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, has announced a date for Enyimba's rescheduled fixtures, DAILY POST reports.

Ronaldo sends message to Bader Al Motawaa after surpassing world record

Portugal captain, Cristiano Ronaldo has sent a heartfelt message to Kuwait legend, Bade Al Motawaa after surpassing his tally for most appearances in the history of international football.

AFCON 2023: Yusuf, a suitable replacement for injured Ndidi - Gusau

"I don't have any tension because I know we played a lot of matches without Ndidi and we won a lot of matches without Ndidi.

Super Falcons retain 36th position in FIFA ranking

Nigeria's Super Falcons maintained the 36th position in the latest women's ranking released by the Federation of International Football Association (FIFA) on Friday.

Coronavirus: UEFA makes clarification as WHO reveals when football will likely return

The Union of European Football Association (UEFA) has categorically denied that the World Health Organization (WHO) recommended to them that all international competitions be suspended until the end of 2021 season.

UEFA approves five substitutes for Euro 2020

“The reasons for the five-substitutions rule remain valid against the background of national and international football calendars affected by the Covid-19 pandemic,” the statement continued.

Coronavirus: FIFA to introduce new rules when football returns

FIFA's plans will require approval from the International Football Association Board (IFAB), which is responsible for the laws of the game.

Osimhen injury: Napoli president believes only players younger than 22 should be called up for internatioal duty

Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has made some unusual comments about international football after losing key forward Victor Osimhen to an injury during the just-concluded international break.

Best Stadiums in Nigeria & Their Capacity: Top 10 Picks for 2023

From football matches to athletic competitions, it has served as a venue for major national and international events. The sight of thousands of fans cheering on their favorite teams is a sight to behold.

Euro 2020: Iran's legend, Ali Dael reacts as Cristiano Ronaldo equals his goal record

Iran's legendary striker, Ali Daei has sent a message to Portugal superstar, Cristiano Ronaldo after the Juventus man equalled the record for most international goals in men's football.

Premier League effects new changes to VAR ahead of 2021/2022 season

Football lawmakers, the International Football Association Board [IFAB], do not specify a maximum thickness of lines, under the laws of the game.

FIFA ban another referee weeks after handing life ban to man who officiated Nigeria vs Argentina

Reuters reported Fifa as saying that Mbaga "accepted bribes to manipulate several national and international matches between 2009 and 2012 ."

Inter Milan vs Napoli: Osimhen recognized as most impressive striker in Serie A

Osimhen has not scored in his last three matches in the Serie A before the last international break. Bergomi singled out the Nigeria International as the striker who has impressed him the most in the Italian top flight.

FIFA bans eight players for life

FIFA said it opened disciplinary proceedings after a vast investigation into various international matches that Singaporean Wilson Raj Perumal, a convicted match-fixer, had attempted to manipulate for betting purposes.

Chelsea Begins New Partnership With Hyundai

The four-year deal is Hyundai's first venture into the British football market, having enjoyed a long-term association with the international game in at least 20 years.

Football leagues want conversations between referees, VARs broadcasted live during matches

Using the two-way audio feed live is currently not allowed under the laws of the game, which are set by the International Football Association Board.