Saturday, July 4

Sports

Iwobi reveals penalty mind games with Egypt keeper at AFCON

Nigeria midfielder Alex Iwobi has revealed details of a brief exchange he had with Egypt goalkeeper Oufa Shobeir during the third-place play-off penalty shootout at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco last Saturday, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Nigeria…

Jesus strikes twice as Arsenal extend winning streak

Arsenal and Real Madrid were the main talking points on a busy Champions League night, as both teams recorded big wins and sent strong messages to the rest of Europe. At the San Siro, Arsenal continued their fine run with…

Transfer: Qatari club, Al Ahli SC sign Troost-Ekong 

Qatar Stars League side, Al Ahli SC have confirmed the signing of former Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong, DAILY POST reports. Troost-Ekong linked up with Al Ahli SC from Saudi club, Al Kholood. The experienced centre-back penned a contract with…

Simidele Adeagbo on her bobsleigh World Cup return

Nigerian skeleton racer Simidele Adeagbo has expressed her excitement at returning to the bobsleigh World Cup, reflecting on the journey that brought her back to top-level competition after a serious medical setback, The PUNCH reports. She finished 18th out of…

Man Utd Reignite Chase for Midfielder Wilfred Ndidi

Manchester United have revived their interest in Nigeria international Wilfred Ndidi, with the former Leicester City midfielder now captaining Besiktas in Turkey, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The Red Devils are understood to be considering a short-term midfield addition to bolster…

Temitope Adeshina downplays pressure for the new season

Nigerian high jumper Temitope Adeshina has said she is not under pressure to reach new heights this season, as she focuses on productive outings for Nigeria and in the National Collegiate Athletic Association, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Adeshina, who currently…

Nigeria Aquatics Federation unveils 2026 calendar

The Nigeria Aquatics Federation has unveiled its 2026 programme of activities, presenting a detailed calendar of swimming competitions, development programmes, coaching certification courses and international engagements across the year, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The schedule opens in January with a…

Toure Praises Nigeria’s Impressive AFCON Performance

Former Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure has described Nigeria’s Super Eagles as the most impressive side at the just concluded Africa Cup of Nations, praising their attacking football and overall performances despite their semi-final exit, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Nigeria…

Lagos Partners with the Dolphin Swimming League for Youth

Impressed by the quality of organisation and the impact of Nigeria’s foremost private inter-school swimming competition, the Dolphin Swimming League, the Lagos State Sports Commission has agreed to partner with the organisers to stage its first long course events on…

NLO: Dosu joins Grassrunners FC as goalkeeper trainer 

Nationwide League One, NLO, side Grassrunners FC have fortified their technical department with the addition of John Dosu. Dosu will serve as the club’s goalkeeper coach. He joined Grassrunners FC on a two-year deal. Dosu previously worked with Nigeria National…

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