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Saudi Arabia finished bottom of Group H with two points, after two draws against Uruguay (1–1) and Cape Verde (0–0), and a heavy 4–0 defeat to Spain. “The failure of the national team to qualify…
Arthur Okonkwo has said he cannot wait to make his debut for the Super Eagles of Nigeria, DAILY POST reports. Okonkwo, who was born in London to Nigerian parents, represented England at different age-group levels. The goalkeeper was, however, cleared…
Nigeria’s sprint hurdler Tobi Amusan has set her sights on qualification for the World Ultimate Championships after opening her 2026 season with a strong start, following a gold-medal win at the African Championships and a podium finish at the Shanghai…
Manchester United legend, Gary Neville, has insisted there is no way Arsenal do not go on to win the Premier League title from this point. Neville was speaking inside the Emirates ahead of the Gunners’ last home game against Burnley.…
The Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMO) has admitted that Manchester United’s second goal in Sunday’s Premier League clash against Nottingham Forest should have been ruled out for handball. The controversial incident occurred during United’s 3-2 victory when forward Bryan…
The Professional Fighters League (PFL) has announced the complete fight card for the inaugural PFL Africa First Round event scheduled for Saturday, 13 June, in Lagos. The landmark event will feature opening-round contests in the PFL Africa Bantamweight and Lightweight…
Paris Saint-Germain have provided the latest injury update on forward Ousmane Dembele ahead of their Champions League final against Arsenal later this month. In a post on its website on Monday, the French Ligue 1 champions confirmed that the France…
London taxpayers may have to pay an extra £2.5m if West Ham are relegated from the Premier League this season, because of the club’s lease agreement for London Stadium. The Hammers are 18th in the table with one match remaining,…
Senegal will host the 2026 Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations, the Confederation of African Football, CAF, announced on Monday. It will be the second time the West Africans will be hosting the competition. Senegal hosted the 2021 edition of the…
World Gymnastics on Monday lifted restrictions imposed on Russians and Belarusians competing after the invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Meeting on Saturday and Sunday in Sharm El-Sheikh, the executive committee of the body said in a brief press statement that…
Lobi Stars have intensified preparations for the President Federation Cup Round of 64 clash against Kogi United. The Makurdi-based club thrashed non-league side St. Mark’s FC 6-0 in a warm-up match at the McCarthy Stadium on Sunday. The game was their…
Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembele needs treatment for a right calf issue, the French club said Monday, ahead of the Champions League final against Arsenal later this month. The Ballon d’Or winner was substituted after half an hour during Sunday’s…
Serie A club Bologna have identified Nigerian striker Gift Orban as a target ahead of the summer transfer window, DAILY POST reports. Orban is currently on loan at another Serie A club Hellas Verona from Bundesliga outfit TSG Hoffenheim. The…
Lookman on target as Onyedike nears league title As the season winds down across Europe, Nigerian players continue to make their mark in the race for individual and team honours, with several Super Eagles stars delivering decisive performances for their…
Manchester United legend, Gary Neville, has identified four signings that Xabi Alonso requires at Chelsea this summer. The Spaniard has accepted a four-year contract to take on the role of new manager at Stamford Bridge, effective July 1. Alonso succeeds Liam…
Three-time champions Nigeria will discover their opponents for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers on Tuesday when the Confederation of African Football conducts the draw for the tournament to be jointly hosted by Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda, PUNCH Sports…
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