Kansas City mayor Quinton Lucas said officials at “local, state and federal levels” were investigating after World Cup equipment belonging to England was stolen ahead of the squad’s arrival at their training base on Saturday. Balls and boots are reportedly…

Slovak champions ŠK Slovan Bratislava have appointed former Manchester City and Barcelona midfielder, Yaya Touré, as their new head coach. The club’s official page confirmed the development on Saturday, stating, “The club’s management has agreed to a three-year contract with…

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off Thursday in North America, the ache of Nigeria’s absence is the kind that sits in the chest and refuses to leave. The questions come in waves; why aren’t we there? Who do…

Ghana said on Saturday it has formally lodged a protest over Canada’s refusal to issue a visa for the World Cup to player Thomas Partey, who is facing trial in Britain on rape charges. Foreign Minister Sam Okudzeto Ablakwa, in…

Young Nigerian thrower Prosper Nnamdi made history on Thursday, becoming the first Nigerian male athlete to win the NCAA men’s javelin title after a dominant display at the NCAA Championships in Eugene, Oregon. Nnamdi sealed the prestigious collegiate crown with…

A rotting body was found in the trunk of a car parked near the stadium where Iran’s World Cup football team is training in Mexico, AFP journalists at the scene reported Friday. The gruesome discovery came with games underway in…

The stage is set for a landmark moment in African mixed martial arts. After the successful completion of the official weigh-ins, all roads now lead to the Eko Convention Center in Lagos, where PFL Africa makes its long-awaited Nigerian debut…

Trabzonspor have begun scouting Uzbekistan captain Eldor Shomurodov as a potential replacement for Super Eagles striker Paul Onuachu, with the Turkish club bracing for a possible departure of their star forward this summer, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Turkish newspaper Taka…

West Brom legend Andy Johnson has thrown his weight behind Super Eagles striker Josh Maja staying at The Hawthorns beyond this summer, describing him as the most complete forward currently at the club. Johnson, who enjoyed a distinguished playing career…

The duo of Kayinsola Ajayi and Samuel Ogazi made history at the NCAA Championships in Eugene, Oregon, where both won national titles and set new records in one of the most impressive performances by Nigerians in recent years. While Ajayi…

Brazil captain Marquinhos arrives at the 2026 FIFA World Cup carrying the weight of experience, regret and ambition, insisting this campaign may be his final opportunity to achieve football’s ultimate prize. The 32-year-old centre-back, fresh from back-to-back UEFA Champions League…

England’s preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have suffered an unexpected setback after training equipment destined for the team’s base in Kansas City was reportedly stolen before the squad’s arrival. According to several reports including the BBC, vehicles transporting…

Morocco’s World Cup dream returns to the spotlight on Saturday as the Atlas Lions take on five-time champions Brazil in a heavyweight showdown that could set the tone for their entire FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign. Four years after making…

Nigeria may not be at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but Nigerian-born and Nigerian-heritage players ensured the country’s presence was felt on the tournament’s second day. Former Nigeria-eligible striker Folarin Balogun stole the spotlight with a brilliant brace as co-hosts…

Super Eagles defender Igoh Ogbu faces up to three months on the sidelines after undergoing surgery on a torn Achilles tendon sustained during Nigeria’s June international break, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Slavia Prague confirmed in a press release that the…