Sunday, February 8

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NBA Celebrates World Basketball Day with Global Events

The NBA and the global basketball community will celebrate the third annual World Basketball Day on Sunday, December 21, by engaging hundreds of millions of youth and fans worldwide through clinics, social media campaigns and in-arena activities. Established in 2023…

AFCON to switch to a four-year cycle after 2028 tournament

The Africa Cup of Nations will be staged every four years following an edition planned for 2028 in a major change to what is currently a biennial showpiece, African football chief Patrice Motsepe announced on Saturday. The Confederation of African…

BREAKING: AFCON now to be played every four years

The Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, will now take place every four years from 2028. This was revealed by Patrice Motsepe, the president of the Confederation of African Football, CAF, on Saturday. Since 1968, the tournament has been played every…

Chelsea fight back from 2-0 down for Newcastle draw

Chelsea saved Enzo Maresca from more awkward questions as they fought back from two goals down to rescue a 2-2 draw against Newcastle on Saturday. Maresca’s side were in danger of a damaging defeat after Newcastle’s Nick Woltemade struck twice…

Chivas Regal Hosts Football Watch Party in Lagos

Chivas Regal, the iconic blended Scotch whisky brand, hosted an exclusive matchday experience that celebrated football passion, lifestyle, and the collective spirit of football fandom during the Arsenal versus Chelsea match on November 30, 2025. The Chivas Watch Party brought…

EPL: Emmanuel Adebayor names greatest African player

Former Arsenal and Manchester City star,  Emmanuel Adebayor, has named the greatest African player to have played in the Premier League. According to him, Mohamed Salah of Egypt is ahead Ivorian and former Chelsea attacker, Didier Drogba, in this ranking. Speaking…

Jake Paul eyes cruiserweight switch after Joshua KO loss

Jake Paul has made his next move clear after suffering a sixth-round knockout at the hands of former heavyweight world champion, Anthony Joshua, announcing intentions to target the cruiserweight division despite the punishing defeat. The YouTuber-turned-professional boxer absorbed heavy punishment…

NPFL: Why Rivers United lost to Barau FC — Olanrewaju

Rivers United head coach,Yemi Olarewaju, has blamed fatigue for his team’s loss to Barau FC. The Pride of Rivers were beaten by 4-1 by Barau FC at the Sani Abacha Stadium in Kano on Friday. Osimaga Duke fired Rivers United…

ANFASSC Pledges Unwavering Super Eagles Support for AFCON

The Authentic Nigeria Football and Allied Sports Supporters Club has pledged unwavering support for the Super Eagles at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations despite recent institutional challenges. ANFASSC acknowledged communication from the Interim Management Committee regarding the National Sports…

Bundesliga: Akpoguma set to leave Hoffenheim 

Nigeria defender Kevin Akpoguma will leave Bundesliga club TSG Hoffenheim at the end of the season, DAILY POST reports. Akpoguma’s contract with Hoffenheim will expire at the end of the current campaign, with both parties ready to part ways. The…

Super Eagles Must Win AFCON for World Cup Miss

In this interview with ABIODUN ADEWALE, Nigerian music journalist and podcaster, Joey Akan, opens up on his sporting life and how the worlds of sports and entertainment intersect in his own journey You are very active physically. What does fitness…

NPFL: Kun Khalifat sign youngster, Obari Israel 

Kun Khalifat FC have completed the signing of striker, Obari Israel, DAILY POST reports. Israel joined the Owerri-based club from non-league side, Acquire FC. According to the club, his arrival is part of their ongoing commitment to strengthening the squad…

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