Rising from an emergency meeting on Friday, the Guild said the resignation of NFF president, Ibrahim Musa Gusau, the General Secretary and members of the executive committee must mark the beginning of genuine and far-reaching reforms rather than another change of faces.

The Guild said Nigerians had endured years of frustration as the country’s football fortunes declined, citing the back-to-back failure of the Super Eagles to qualify for the FIFA World Cup, Nigeria’s absence from the FIFA U-17 and U-20 World Cups, the decline of Nigerian clubs in the CAF Champions League and Confederation Cup, and the Super Falcons’ failure to qualify for the FIFA Women’s World Cup for the first time in their history.

“The emotions and joy of Nigerians have repeatedly been shattered by the failures that have become our lot in football,” the Guild said in a statement signed by its president, Tony Ubani.

It commended President Tinubu for having the courage to confront the crisis and urged the National Sports Commission, NSC, to ensure that the proposed Normalisation Committee is made up of people with proven integrity, competence, honesty and a genuine commitment to football development.

“The composition of the Normalisation Committee must not become another bazaar or an opportunity to compensate friends, girlfriends, political associates and cronies,” the Guild warned.

“Nigeria needs people with fresh ideas, proven competence and unquestionable integrity to lead this reform process. Those who have contributed to the mess Nigerian football has become must not be recycled.”

The Guild called for the committee to have a clearly defined mandate, membership criteria and timetable, warning that it must not become another permanent structure without a clear exit date.

It said the committee’s assignment should include a comprehensive review of the statutes and governance structure of Nigerian football, the establishment of a transparent electoral system and the creation of stronger accountability mechanisms.

The Guild also urged the reform process to resolve the fundamental legal question surrounding the identity and status of the football governing body, particularly the issues relating to the names Nigeria Football Federation and Nigeria Football Association.

“There is everything in a name. The legal foundation of Nigerian football must be properly addressed if the reforms are to stand the test of time,” it said.

The Guild further demanded a comprehensive forensic audit of the NFF’s finances, contracts, assets and activities and insisted that the resignation of the former leadership must not bring an end to ongoing investigations into allegations of financial malfeasance.

“Resignation is not  immunity,” the Guild declared.

“Anyone found to have abused his or her position or mismanaged the resources of Nigerian football must be held accountable. Whoever has dipped his hands into the cookie jar must face the consequences of such actions in accordance with the law.”

The Guild urged the government and the NSC to consult FIFA and the Confederation of African Football, CAF, throughout the process, but warned that fear of sanctions should never again become an excuse for tolerating incompetence or impunity.

“Football autonomy must not be interpreted as freedom from accountability,” the Guild said.

The Guild added that it would closely monitor the selection of members of the Normalisation Committee and every stage of the reform process.

“We shall be watching. This opportunity must not be wasted or turned into another exercise in recycling the same people and preserving the same failed system under a different name,” it said.

“The objective must not simply be another election and another set of administrators. Nigeria must build a football system founded on transparency, competence, accountability and sustainable development.”

The Guild said President Tinubu’s intervention had provided Nigeria with a rare opportunity to rebuild its football and urged the federal government and the NSC to ensure that the reform process produces a lasting and irreversible change.

“Nigeria has suffered enough. Nigerian football must now be rebuilt,” it said.

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“The reform must respond to a longstanding need to strengthen governance, administration, stakeholder representation, development pathways, domestic competitions and accountability across Nigerian football,” he said.

The president noted that while other sports had recorded meaningful progress since the reset of the sports sector under the re-established National Sports Commission, football had continued to struggle because of structural weaknesses within the system.

“Football, Nigeria’s most popular sport and the greatest beneficiary of public support, investment and national attention, has continued to struggle basically due to structural deficits within the system,” Tinubu said.

He stressed that Nigerian football must begin to match the country’s exceptional talent, passion and resources with stronger institutions and sustained performance.

President Tinubu directed the chairman of the National Sports Commission to work with the NFF Secretariat and relevant football stakeholders to ensure continuity in essential football administration and facilitate a broad, consultative reform process.

The process will include appropriate engagement with FIFA and CAF while safeguarding Nigeria’s obligations within the international football framework.

The president called on football stakeholders and Nigerians to support the transition and work together to build a stronger, more accountable and successful football system.

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The defeat means the 10-time African champions will miss the World Cup for the first time since the tournament was inaugurated in 1991.

The Super Falcons had been hoping to secure one of Africa’s remaining routes to the tournament through the Inter-Confederation Playoffs after both teams exited the quarter-finals of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.

South Africa lost 2-0 to hosts Morocco, while Nigeria suffered a 1-0 defeat to Cameroon in their respective quarter-final matches.

At the Moulay Rachid Stadium in Casablanca, Moorcco, the Super Falcons started brightly, creating opportunities through swift counter-attacking movements led by Asisat Oshoala and Francisca Ordega.

Nigeria’s best opportunity of the first half fell to Michelle Alozie, who found space inside the South African penalty area but dragged her effort narrowly wide.

Coach Justin Madugu’s side continued to dominate possession after the restart, but South Africa broke the deadlock in the 56th minute through Thembi Kgatlana.

Nigeria pressed for an equaliser but Banyana Banyana doubled their advantage in the 77th minute when captain, Refiloe Jane, converted a rebound which deflected off substitute, Christy Ucheibe.

Falcons were handed a lifeline in the 89th minute when Jane handled Alozie’s goal-bound header inside the penalty area.

Following a Video Assistant Referee review, the referee awarded Nigeria a penalty and showed Jane a second yellow card, reducing South Africa to 10 players.

Ucheibe converted the resulting spot-kick to reduce the deficit to 2-1, but Nigeria could not find another goal despite sustained pressure in stoppage time.

South Africa will now be one of six teams at the preliminary round of the Inter-Confederation Playoffs for places at the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup.

The result brings an end to Nigeria’s campaign for the tournament, marking a historic absence for the nine-time African champions.

The failure to qualify also ends their unbroken participation at every edition of the FIFA Women’s World Cup since the competition began in 1991.

Source: NAN

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The tense contest remained goalless after 90 minutes before substitute, Ferran Torres, delivered Spain’s second World Cup title.

Argentina began with determination, creating dangerous moments, but Spain’s organised defence consistently frustrated the South Americans.

Argentina’s first setback came in the 41st minute when Lautaro Martinez received a yellow card for a foul.

Three minutes later, Nicolas Otamendi was also booked following an incident involving Martinez as the physical contest intensified.

Neither side found a breakthrough before half-time, with both teams entering the interval locked in a tense stalemate.

Argentina made an early tactical adjustment after the restart, introducing Leandro Paredes for Nicolas Gonzalez in the 46th minute.

Paredes was booked six minutes later for a reckless challenge, while Nahuel Molina replaced Gonzalo Montiel.

Spain responded in the 62nd minute by introducing Pedri and Ferran Torres for Fabian Ruiz and Mikel Oyarzabal.

Argentina made two changes eight minutes later, with Facundo Medina replacing Cristian Romero and Giovanni Simeone coming on for Rodrigo De Paul.

Spain introduced further attacking options in the 75th minute, bringing on Nico Williams and Mikel Merino.

Williams replaced Alex Baena, while Merino took the place of Dani Olmo as Spain sought greater attacking impetus.

In spite of several promising moves, neither team could break the deadlock during regulation time, forcing the final into extra time.

Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernandez received a yellow card in the 83rd minute as the increasingly physical encounter continued.

Spain made further changes in the 99th minute, introducing Martin Zubimendi for Rodri and Eric Garcia for Aymeric Laporte.

Argentina responded three minutes later, with Marcos Senesi replacing Julian Alvarez as the South Americans sought fresh energy.

Argentina coach, Lionel Scaloni, was booked in the 104th minute for dissent as tensions continued to rise on the touchline.

The decisive moment arrived in the 106th minute when Torres calmly converted Nico Williams’ fine assist to finally break Argentina’s resistance.

Argentina immediately pushed forward for an equaliser, but Spain’s disciplined defence stood firm and protected their slender advantage.

Alexis Mac Allister was booked in the 111th minute as Argentina’s frustration grew during the closing stages.

Spain’s defensive organisation, tactical substitutions and patience ultimately proved decisive as they secured a hard-fought victory after extra time.

The triumph secured Spain’s second FIFA World Cup title, adding another landmark achievement to their increasingly decorated international football history.

Spain’s victory also means they simultaneously hold football’s two biggest international titles, following their success at the European Championship.

Source: NAN

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Videos circulating on social media show the artistes dancing alongside members of the Ghetto Kids during rehearsals, generating excitement ahead of the tournament’s grand finale.

The performance will form part of FIFA’s first-ever Super Bowl-style halftime show at the FIFA World Cup final.

Spain and Argentina will trade tackles at the final scheduled for July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, United States.

Shakira and Burna Boy have earlier released “Dai Dai,” the official song for the  World Cup.

FIFA said royalties from the song would support its Global Citizen Education Fund.

The fund aims to raise $100 million by the end of the tournament to provide children around the world with access to quality education and football opportunities.

The iconic Uganda’s Ghetto Kids are a dance troupe of orphaned and vulnerable children from the Katwe slums in Kampala.

The troupe, who gained international recognition through their energetic dance performances and appearances on global talent platforms, were earlier invited by Shakira to join the halftime spectacle.

The event is expected to bring together music, dance and football in one of the most-watched sporting broadcasts globally.

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The encounter was played at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia, United States.

Both teams approached the contest cautiously, displaying defensive discipline while creating promising opportunities during an evenly contested opening period without finding the breakthrough.

England midfielder, Elliot Anderson, became the first player cautioned after receiving a yellow card in the 37th minute for a late challenge.

Argentina defender, Lisandro Martinez, entered the referee’s notebook five minutes later following a robust tackle as midfield battles intensified before the interval.

The first half ended goalless, leaving both sides with everything to play for after an entertaining but tightly contested opening 45 minutes.

Argentina’s disciplinary concerns continued after the restart when Cristian Romero received a yellow card in the 51st minute for a reckless challenge.

England finally broke the deadlock four minutes later through Anthony Gordon, who calmly converted Morgan Rogers’ pass to give the Three Lions a deserved advantage.

Argentina responded by introducing Nicolas Gonzalez for Leandro Paredes in the 64th minute, seeking greater attacking momentum against England’s organised defence.

Both managers reshuffled their teams in the 72nd minute as the contest entered its decisive phase with tactical adjustments on both sides.

England replaced goalscorer, Gordon, with Ezri Konsa, while Argentina introduced Rodrigo De Paul, Gonzalo Montiel and Nicolas Otamendi to strengthen their challenge.

Argentina made another attacking change in the 81st minute, sending on Lautaro Martinez for Nicolas Tagliafico in pursuit of an equaliser.

England responded a minute later by introducing Dan Burn and Niall O’Reilly for Reece James and Declan Rice to preserve their slender lead.

Argentina’s persistence was rewarded in the 85th minute when Enzo Fernandez finished confidently after Lionel Messi supplied a precise pass.

“We kept believing until the end,” Fernandez’s composed finish appeared to declare as Argentina restored parity and reignited hopes of reaching another World Cup final.

With extra time looming, Argentina completed a remarkable turnaround deep into stoppage time through substitute Lautaro Martinez.

Martinez struck in the 90+2nd minute from another superb Messi assist, sparking wild celebrations among Argentina’s players and supporters.

Rodrigo De Paul received a yellow card in the 90+4th minute after committing a late foul during England’s desperate search for an equaliser.

England made final changes in the 90+6th minute, introducing Ivan Toney and Marcus Rashford for John Stones and Djed Spence, but time proved insufficient.

Argentina defended resolutely during the closing moments before the final whistle confirmed a hard-earned 2-1 victory and progression into the FIFA World Cup final.

Messi delivered another influential display with two assists, while Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez scored the goals completing Argentina’s memorable comeback.

England’s hopes had soared after Gordon’s opener, but the late collapse ended their dream of reaching the World Cup final.

Argentina will now prepare for another FIFA World Cup final, while England must regroup ahead of the third-place play-off.

Source: NAN

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Norway stunned England in the 36th minute when Andreas Schjelderup’s inswinging delivery drifted beyond Jordan Pickford and into the net.

England responded deep into first-half stoppage time through Bellingham, who calmly finished after a sustained attack restored parity at 1-1.

Norway thought they had regained the lead in the 56th minute, but VAR disallowed the effort for Erling Haaland’s foul during the build-up.

Pickford then produced a vital save to deny Haaland as England gradually regained control in the sweltering Miami conditions.

The match remained level after 90 minutes, forcing extra time as both sides searched desperately for a decisive breakthrough.

England struck again in the 93rd minute when Norway goalkeeper, Orjan Nyland, fumbled, allowing Bellingham to smash home from close range.

Norway pressed relentlessly during extra time, but John Stones marshalled England’s defence superbly as Pickford made further important interventions.

Thomas Tuchel introduced fresh legs late on, with England switching to a defensive shape to preserve their slender advantage.

The final whistle confirmed England’s place in the semi-finals, where they will meet Argentina.

Bellingham’s brace took his tournament tally to six goals, underlining his growing influence on England’s World Cup campaign.

England had reached the quarter-finals after defeating DR Congo and edging hosts Mexico in the previous knockout rounds.

Tuchel admitted his side fell below their usual standards in spite of progressing.

“We were too sloppy and made too many technical mistakes, but the mentality was outstanding,” he said.

He praised Bellingham’s decisive contribution, describing the midfielder as a player who consistently delivers in the biggest matches.

Norway manager Ståle Solbakken lamented fine margins after his side’s spirited display.

“We competed well, but small moments and costly mistakes decided the match,” Solbakken said.

Source: NAN

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The South Americans dominated early exchanges before Switzerland rallied impressively, forcing extra time in spite of playing the closing stages with 10 men after Breel Embolo’s dismissal.

Argentina struck first in the 10th minute when Alexis Mac Allister converted Lionel Messi’s clever assist, rewarding their bright opening and sustained attacking pressure.

Messi orchestrated Argentina’s attacks throughout the first half as Switzerland struggled defensively and found few opportunities to threaten the South American backline.

Switzerland’s frustrations deepened before the interval when Embolo received a yellow card in the 44th minute following a late challenge.

The Swiss returned purposefully after halftime and levelled in the 67th minute through Dan Ndoye, who calmly finished Ricardo Rodriguez’s precise pass.

Switzerland’s momentum faded five minutes later after Embolo collected a second yellow card, reducing his side to 10 men for the remainder.

Argentina responded with fresh legs, introducing Nicolas Gonzalez, Lautaro Martinez and Gonzalo Montiel as Coach Lionel Scaloni sought renewed attacking impetus.

Switzerland also reshuffled, bringing on Silvan Widmer, Zeki Amdouni and Miro Muheim before Eray Comert replaced Rodriguez during stoppage time.

Neither side found a decisive goal in normal time, sending the enthralling contest into an additional 30 minutes.

Argentina introduced Thiago Almada immediately before extra time, while Switzerland answered by replacing Denis Zakaria with Ardon Jashari in the 96th minute.

Tempers flared during extra time as Almada and Lautaro Martinez were both cautioned following robust challenges in quick succession.

Argentina regained the lead in the 112th minute when Julian Alvarez finished clinically after excellent work from Junior Lopez to make it 2-1.

Lopez entered the referee’s notebook two minutes later, while Switzerland introduced Ruben Vargas for Remo Freuler in their final substitution.

Lautaro Martinez wrapped up victory in first-half added time of extra time, scoring Argentina’s third goal to confirm a deserved 3-1 triumph.

Switzerland earned admiration for their spirited response after falling behind, but Embolo’s red card ultimately proved decisive against Argentina’s superior quality.

Argentina advanced into the World Cup semi-finals, keeping alive their pursuit of another global title.

Source: NAN

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Both teams displayed tactical discipline, physical resilience and defensive organisation, refusing to take unnecessary risks with a quarter-final place at stake.

Colombia started brightly, dominating possession and moving the ball quickly through midfield while looking to exploit Switzerland with swift counter-attacks.

The South Americans pressed aggressively, won second balls and disrupted Switzerland’s passing rhythm throughout much of the opening half.

Their attackers stretched the Swiss defence with intelligent movement, while the wingers repeatedly threatened down both flanks.

In spite of enjoying more possession, Colombia struggled to break through Switzerland’s disciplined and compact defence.

Switzerland found it difficult to settle early as Colombia’s relentless pressing forced misplaced passes and isolated their forwards.

The momentum shifted after the hydration break as Switzerland grew into the contest and began controlling possession.

The Europeans patiently built attacks from the back and dictated the tempo, forcing Colombia to defend deeper.

Colombia remained dangerous on the counter and finished the first half strongly, keeping the Swiss defence under sustained pressure.

Switzerland introduced midfielder Djibril Sow for Ardon Jashari immediately after the restart to strengthen their midfield.

The substitution added energy and improved Switzerland’s ability to regain possession and launch attacks.

Swiss captain, Granit Xhaka, received a yellow card in the 51st minute for halting a dangerous Colombian attack.

Denis Zakaria was cautioned eight minutes later before Colombia’s Luis Suárez entered the referee’s notebook in the 61st minute.

Colombia responded with a double substitution in the 66th minute as Juan Fernando Quintero replaced James Rodríguez and Johan Campaz came on for Jhon Arias.

The changes injected fresh attacking impetus, but Switzerland’s disciplined defence continued to frustrate Colombia.

Switzerland introduced Miro Muheim for Ricardo Rodríguez in the 71st minute to strengthen their left flank.

Colombia made further attacking changes in the 82nd minute, introducing Carlos Hernández and Richard Ríos for Luis Suárez and Jefferson Lerma.

Switzerland replied by bringing on Cedric Itten and Silvan Widmer before Ruben Vargas replaced Dan Ndoye in stoppage time.

Extra time followed a familiar pattern, with Switzerland enjoying more possession while Colombia threatened through quick transitions.

Fatigue became evident as both sides battled cramps, while Davinson Sánchez received a yellow card in the 95th minute.

Neither side found a breakthrough as disciplined defending protected both goalkeepers throughout extra time.

The tie was ultimately settled by penalties after the deadlock remained unbroken.

Juan Fernando Quintero converted Colombia’s opening penalty before Xhaka responded confidently for Switzerland.

Davinson Sánchez missed Colombia’s second spot-kick, allowing Zeki Amdouni to give Switzerland the advantage.

Johan Campaz converted for Colombia, but Manuel Akanji failed to extend Switzerland’s lead after missing his penalty.

Carlos Hernández then missed for Colombia before Cedric Itten calmly converted Switzerland’s fourth penalty.

Luis Díaz kept Colombia’s hopes alive by scoring, but Ruben Vargas converted the decisive penalty to seal Switzerland’s 4-3 shootout victory.

Switzerland’s patience, defensive discipline and composure under pressure earned a deserved place in the World Cup quarter-finals.

Colombia impressed with their pressing and counter-attacking play but paid the price for failing to convert promising opportunities.

The match was played at BC Place Stadium in Vancouver, Canada.

Source: NAN

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Egypt made the brighter start and stunned the South American giants with disciplined defending and swift counter-attacking football.

The Pharaohs opened the scoring midway through the first half after a flowing move split Argentina’s defence before a composed finish beat the goalkeeper.

Egypt doubled their advantage before the interval, capitalising on another defensive lapse to leave Argentina facing a shock elimination.

Argentina emerged transformed after the break, increasing their tempo and pinning Egypt deep inside their own half.

Their persistence paid off when they reduced the deficit through a well-worked attacking move, reigniting hopes of an unlikely comeback.

The goal shifted momentum completely as Argentina dominated possession and created chances with relentless pressure.

Egypt defended bravely but struggled to contain Argentina’s attacking intensity as fatigue began to take its toll.

The equaliser arrived midway through the second half after sustained pressure finally broke Egypt’s resistance.

With confidence restored, Argentina continued pushing forward while Egypt searched desperately for relief through counter-attacks.

The decisive goal came late in the contest, sparking wild celebrations among Argentina’s players and supporters.

Egypt pressed for an equaliser during the closing stages but Argentina defended resolutely to preserve their slender advantage.

The final whistle confirmed a dramatic 3-2 victory, completing one of the tournament’s finest comebacks.

Argentina advance to the quarter-finals with renewed belief after recovering from a two-goal deficit against determined Egyptian opposition.

Egypt exit the competition with heads held high after producing a spirited display that pushed one of football’s traditional powers to the limit.

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