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Morocco have overtaken Nigeria as the highest-scoring African nation in World Cup history and set a new African record for most victories at the tournament, after defeating Haiti 4-2 in a thrilling Group C match…
Enyimba forward, Nelson Sule, has declared the team’s readiness for the President Federation Cup round 32 clash against Gombe United. The People’s Elephant will do battle with Savannah Scorpions in Makurdi on Monday. Sule said that the team is focused…
Super Falcons head coach, Justine Madugu, has invited captain Rasheedat Ajibade, goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie and forward Asisat Oshoala in a 23-player squad for Nigeria’s upcoming international friendly matches against Senegal. According to a statement issued on Sunday by the Nigeria…
Nigeria’s U17 women national team, the Flamingos, have progressed to the third and final round of the 2026 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers following a commanding two-legged display against Guinea. After a dominant 5–0 victory in the first leg…
Lobi Stars have restructured their coaching crew ahead of the 2026-27 Nigeria National League, NNL, season. The Pride of Benue missed out on a promotion ticket to the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, last season. Assistant coaches Benjamin Kude and…
Nigeria’s world record holder, Tobi Amusan, secured her first Diamond League victory of the 2026 season in emphatic fashion on Sunday, smashing her own meeting record to win the women’s 100m hurdles at the Rabat Diamond League in Morocco. The…
UEFA, on Sunday, included five Paris Saint-Germain players and three Arsenal stars in the official Champions League Team of the Season. This follows the conclusion of the 2025/26 Champions League final on Saturday. Recall that PSG defeated Arsenal on penalty…
Real Madrid midfielder, Arda Güler, has been named the 2025/26 Champions League Revelation of the Season by UEFA. The award, announced on Sunday, replaces its Young Player of the Season accolade. It recognises young players who record a breakthrough campaign…
Chelsea icon, Craig Burley has criticized Mikel Arteta, labeling the Spaniard as embarrassing due to Arsenal’s tactics during their Champions League final loss to Paris Saint-Germain. Arsenal’s pursuit of their first Champions League trophy ended in disappointment as the Gunners…
Spanish national team star Lamine Yamal admitted Sunday he had been “afraid” of missing the World Cup because of the hamstring injury he is still recovering from. The 18-year-old suffered the injury as he scored a penalty for Barcelona against…
Several football icons have named the player of their choice to win the Ballon d’Or this year. Barcelona legend Xavi, Real Madrid legend Roberto Carlos and some other football legends have named their picks to win the top individual award.…
Paris Saint-Germain’s Georgia winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia was named Champions League player of the season on Sunday by a UEFA panel of judges. Kvaratskhelia was a constant menace in PSG’s defence of the title with ten goals and six assists from…
Liverpool legend, Jamie Carragher, has handed Arsenal two signings to make after the club’s Champions League final defeat to Paris Saint-Germain on Saturday. Carragher believes Mikel Arteta’s side need big upgrades this summer transfer window, especially at the centre-forward and left…
Paris prepared a hero’s welcome for Paris Saint-Germain players who won their second consecutive Champions League title with celebrations planned in the capital under heavy security after a night of revelry marred by unrest. Paris Saint-Germain beat Arsenal on Saturday…
More than 400 individuals were taken into custody across France after celebrations marking Paris Saint-Germain’s Champions League win over Arsenal descended into violence, leaving several police officers wounded and resulting in widespread property damage in Paris and other cities. Following…
The Athletics Federation of Nigeria has congratulated sprint sensation Kanyinsola Ajayi and quarter-miler Samuel Ogazi following their record-breaking performances at the NCAA East Regional Championships in the United States, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Ajayi, who competes for Auburn University, set…
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