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Roberto Martínez has confirmed his departure as Portugal head coach following the Seleção’s heartbreaking 1-0 defeat to Spain in the Round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup, insisting the tournament should not be viewed…
Former Super Eagles captain Sunday Oliseh has defended Maduka Okoye’s omission from Nigeria’s 28-man AFCON 2025 squad, arguing that goalkeepers require different treatment from outfield players, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Okoye was named in coach Eric Chelle’s 54-man preliminary list…
Fifty years of waiting weigh heavily on Morocco’s golden generation. On the eve of AFCON 2025, the message from the Atlas Lions’ leadership is clear: ambition must walk hand in hand with humility. Head coach Walid Regragui and captain Achraf…
Former Manchester United boss, Sir Alex Ferguson, has named Brazil as the country to beat in the FIFA World Cup 2026. But he believes that Cristiano Ronaldo-led Portugal is the country that could beat Brazil to win the World Cup.…
Kwara United host Bayelsa United on Sunday (today) at the Kwara State Stadium, in a pivotal matchday 18 fixture of the Nigeria Premier Football League as the first stanza of the season draws to a close, PUNCH Sports Extra reports.…
The Cranes of Uganda refused to train on Saturday as they protest the non-payment of their allowance, DAILY POST reports. The players, according to reports, also want clarity on how much they will be earning at the 2025 Africa Cup…
Shooting Stars Sports Club have sought to boost supporters’ confidence ahead of their Nigeria Premier Football League matchday 18 fixture against Niger Tornadoes, assuring fans of comprehensive security arrangements for the last match of the year in Ibadan, PUNCH Sports…
Barau FC coach Ladan Bosso has set his sights on a continental ticket after his side produced a stunning 4–1 demolition of Rivers United in a Nigerian Premier Football League encounter on Friday. Speaking after the match at the Sani…
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations kicks off in Morocco with hosts leading the title race and a galaxy of stars including Victor Osimhen, Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mane battling for both silverware and individual honours, PETER AKINBO writes As…
Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, has claimed that at least six teams are better than them in the Champions League. He listed the teams as Bayern Munich, Paris Saint-Germain, Arsenal, Liverpool, Barcelona and Real Madrid. “In the level of performances…
Former Nigeria midifelder, Sunday Oliseh, has shared his thoughts on the exclusion of Maduka Okoye from the final 28-man squad to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Okoye was dropped from the final squad despite being included in Eric Chelle’s…
Title holders successfully defended their belts at the Rising Lion in Elephant Shadow Boxing Championship, tagged “Enyimba 2025”, which ended at Aba Sports Club 1926. In the featherweight category, Zoe Okoronkwo, known as “King Priest”, crushed Nwambeke Ndubisi via technical…
YouTuber-turned boxer, Jake Paul, has suggested why he lost to British fighter Anthony Joshua on Friday. Paul admitted he was fatigued during the fight and lacked the best cardio, praising Joshua for his great performance and powerful punches. In their…
Arsenal forward, Victor Gyokeres, ended his goal drought with a first-half strike to secure a 1-0 victory over Everton at Goodison Park on Saturday. Gyokeres converted a penalty in the 27th minute, giving the Gunners the lead they would hold…
Chelsea manager, Enzo Maresca, will serve a touchline ban for their next Premier League game against Aston Villa. This follows his booking against Newcastle United on Saturday. Maresca picked up his third yellow card of the season in the 2-2…
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah has apologised to his teammates following a recent public outburst, according to Reds midfielder Curtis Jones. Salah had expressed frustration with the club, saying he felt “thrown under the bus” and that his relationship with head…
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