The Chairman, Ekiti State Football Association (EKSFA) Bayo Olalenge, says he does not support the state ownership or funding of football clubs in the country.

The Super Eagles on Tuesday were denied a World Cup slot to Qatar after drawing Ghana 1-1 at the MKO Abiola stadium in Abuja.

No fewer than 60 athletes from Oyo State are expected to participate in the maiden National Para-sports games, scheduled for Abuja between April 9 and April 18.

The 17 footballers that were reportedly sacked by the management of Shooting Stars Sports Club on Thursday have been recalled, 24 hours after they were verbally laid off by the club.