Former Chelsea midfielder, John Obi Mikel, has revealed that Manchester United were unable to sign him during a trial because of eligibility rules for young African players. According to an interview with Sky Sports seen by PUNCH Online on Tuesday,…

Olympique de Marseille have announced the signing of Nigerian international Tochukwu Nnadi from Belgian side SV Zulte Waregem, sealing a move that underscores the French club’s growing interest in Africa’s next generation of elite midfielders. At just 22, Nnadi is…

Manchester United legend, Wayne Rooney, has named the two best signings in the Premier League this season. The winter transfer window ended on Monday night, and several players joined different clubs. Similarly, the summer transfer window was concluded last year,…

A flurry of loan moves, recalls, and cut-price signings marked transfer deadline day in the Premier League, as top-flight and EFL clubs fine-tuned their squads ahead of the decisive run-in. According to Sky Sports, the following deals were confirmed before…

With 11 days left to the 11th Access Bank Lagos City Marathon, organisers have confirmed a total prize purse of N11 million exclusively for Nigerian runners competing in the 42km marathon race in addition to the general prize package for…

The clubs that spent most during the winter transfer window have been revealed. This follows the end of the winter transfer window in Europe’s top five leagues on Monday night. According to the Transfermarket, Manchester City topped the list after…

Ukraine’s sports minister has condemned FIFA president Gianni Infantino after he suggested the governing body may consider lifting the ban on Russian teams. Russian national sides and clubs were suspended from all FIFA and UEFA competitions in February 2022 following…

Super Eagles and Atlético de Madrid forward Ademola Lookman has penned an emotional farewell to Atalanta, bringing the curtain down on a defining chapter of his career after sealing a January move away from the Italian side. Lookman arrived in…

Portuguese football superstar, Cristiano Ronaldo is expected to join his top rival, Lionel Messi, in the Major League Soccer after he refused to play for his current team, Al-Nassr. Five-time Ballon d’Or winner, Ronaldo has kept up his incredible goal-scoring…

The Premier League’s January transfer window was defined by heavy spending, bold reinvestment, and a continued focus on young, high-potential talent, with Antoine Semenyo emerging as the most expensive signing of the month. According to Sky Sports, the following players…

Coventry City have confirmed the signing of Super Eagles midfielder Frank Onyeka on loan from Premier League side Brentford, a move that underlines the Sky Blues’ growing ambition as they chase a return to England’s top flight. The agreement includes…

Al Nassr forward, Cristiano Ronaldo, reportedly has a release clause in his current contract. The 40-year-old is currently on strike and did not play in Monday’s Saudi Pro League fixture against Al Riyadh. Ronaldo could considering quitting the club in…

Three Nigerian players in the Italian Serie A—Gift Orban, Ebenezer Akinsanmiro and new signing Rafiu Durosinmi—have been affected by managerial changes at their clubs, following the dismissal of their respective coaches, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Akinsanmiro and Durosinmi were impacted…

Nigerian striker, Uchenna Ogundu has joined Bundesliga club, Augsburg on a permanent transfer, DAILY POST reports. The 19-year-old linked up with Augsburg from Turkish Super Lig club, Alanyaspor. Ogundu signed a long-term contract with FCA until June 30, 2031. It…

The Nigeria Cricket Federation has commenced the search for a new head coach and high-performance manager for the men’s senior national team, the Yellow Greens, just one week after the departure of former Kenyan international Steve Tikolo, PUNCH Sports Extra…