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The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), through its Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX) programme, and TopTier Sports Management have announced plans for a landmark Legends Football Match to celebrate Nigeria’s celebrated mid-1990s football generation. The match, scheduled…
Kwara United midfielder, Johnmark Aule will miss the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday 36 fixture against Niger Tornadoes. The Harmony Boys confirmed Aule’s absence is a precautionary measure to avoid injury. He is expected to return for Kwara United’s…
Roberto De Zerbi insisted Tottenham Hotspur are still fighting to avoid relegation. This is as he urged the players and supporters to ignore “negative” narratives surrounding the club’s position, SkySports reported on Friday Spurs remain two points from safety despite…
Carlos Corberán has opened the door to a tactical shift ahead of Valencia CF’s clash with Atletico Madrid, hinting at the possibility of deploying a two-striker system featuring Umar Sadiq and Hugo Duro. The suggestion comes at a crucial stage…
Numerous stars from Real Madrid are displeased with manager Alvaro Arbeloa as the current season nears its conclusion. Many players are said to be frustrated with Arbeloa for allegedly not providing sufficient playing time to Spanish players within the club.…
English football’s biggest rivalry takes centre stage this weekend as Manchester United host Liverpool on Sunday at 3:30 p.m. The two most decorated clubs meet in a high-stakes clash that could shape the race for Champions League qualification. United strengthened…
Falconets head coach, Moses Aduku is targeting a big win against Malawi in the first leg of their 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifying fixture. Saturday’s encounter is slated for Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne. Nigeria edged past Senegal…
Nigeria’s sprint relay team, led by Enoch Adegoke and Favour Ashe, will face a stern test against defending champions South Africa and other leading nations in the men’s 4x100m heats at the World Athletics Relays in Gaborone today, PUNCH Sports…
Nigeria is positioning Intellectual Property (IP) as a key driver of its sports economy growth, respected industry voices said on Monday at the 2026 World Intellectual Property Day celebration in Abuja. The event, organised by the World Intellectual Property Organisation…
Paris Saint-Germain manager, Luis Enrique, has criticized those who disapproved of their 5-4 victory over Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League. He asserted that not every opinion warrants respect when the majority holds a different view. In a media…
Nigeria midfielder Halimatu Ayinde has won a historic European trophy after BK Häcken defeated Hammarby IF 4-2 on aggregate to win the inaugural UEFA Women’s Europa Cup in Sweden on Friday, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Ayinde was not included in…
For Ademola Lookman, this is more than a semi-final. It is a collision of past and present, London roots meeting continental ambition under the lights of the Wanda Metropolitano Stadium. As Atlético Madrid prepare to face Arsenal FC in a…
Enyimba forward, Ezekiel Edidiong has called for fans support ahead of the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, clash against Remo Stars. The People’s Elephant will be up against the reigning NPFL champions, Remo Stars in a promising encounter in Aba…
World Athletics has identified Nigeria as one of the leading contenders in the mixed 4x100m relay ahead of the World Relays in Gaborone today, citing the country’s recent record-breaking performance as evidence of its medal potential. The global governing body…
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has urged Nigerian athletes to deliver strong performances at the 2026 World Athletics Relays in Gaborone, Botswana. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Director General of the NSC, Bukola Olopade, charged the athletes to…
David Ozoh is pushing to be cleared by the England Football Association to feature for Nigeria, DAILY POST reports. Ozoh has made five appearances for England at the U-18 level. The five matches were all friendlies and so he does…
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