The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has taken decisive action following the contentious 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final, ordering a comprehensive review of the disciplinary ruling that initially upheld Senegal’s victory…
The Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) was thrown into a state of surprise and controversy on Thursday as news broke that Olowokere Bankole, the head coach of Osun Babes, had dramatically severed ties with the club. However, what…
Arsenal are reportedly poised to challenge Manchester City in the pursuit of Newcastle United full-back Tino Livramento. Meanwhile, Tottenham Hotspur captain and defender Cristian Romero’s future at the club appears increasingly uncertain.…
Sevilla are facing a nervous wait over the availability of winger Chidera Ejuke as they prepare for their highly anticipated LaLiga encounter against table-toppers Barcelona this weekend. The Nigerian international was forced to sit out of…
New Porto striker Terem Moffi is already repaying the faith shown in him by the club’s management, declaring his move to the Portuguese giants a source of immense pride for both himself and his family. The Super Eagles forward, who arrived…
Pep Guardiola has admitted Manchester City have “not much” chance of overturning their Real Madrid deficit after suffering a 3–0 defeat at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium in the UEFA Champions League. City were stunned by a devastating first…
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has officially announced its squad for the forthcoming intercontinental World Cup playoff, even as a formal protest from Nigeria regarding the preceding African playoff result remains outstanding.…
Angola have cancelled planned friendlies this month against Jordan and Iran, the Angolan Football Federation said in a statement. They were due to take on Jordan and Iran, who have both qualified for the World Cup in Canada, Mexico and the…
The 2026 World Cup was thrown into turmoil after Iran officially withdrew from the tournament, citing the assassination of its Supreme Leader by US-Israeli forces and the subsequent escalation of geopolitical tensions. The decision has…
Mikel Arteta has vowed Arsenal will improve and “finish it in London” after their Champions League hopes were tested during a 1-1 draw at Bayer Leverkusen. Substitute Kai Havertz’s 89th-minute penalty cancelled out Robert Andrich’s 46th…
Having received cash prizes of N3m from the National Sports Commission (NSC) for winning gold at the African Youth Games in Angola and the Islamic Solidarity Games in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Miracle Oluebube Ezechukwu, from Nigerian Tulip…
Nigeria’s D’Tigress delivered a championship-calibre performance, sweeping aside Colombia in their opening game of the FIBA Women’s World Cup qualification tournament in Lyon on Wednesday with a dominant 33-point victory. Rene Wakama’s…
The 7th NCF National U-17 Championship Finals exploded into action on Wednesday in Abuja, with the South-South and South-West regions immediately asserting their dominance in both the Boys’ and Girls’ categories, delivering a masterclass…
Nigerian-born bodybuilder Chinedu Andrew Obiekea, popularly known as Andrew Jacked, has emerged the champion of the 2026 Arnold Classic Men’s Open title. Andrew Jacked defeated other contestants at the 38th edition of the prestigious…
Iran has threatened to boycott the 2026 FIFA World Cup amid escalating tensions with the United States, casting doubt over the country’s participation in football’s biggest tournament. Iran’s sports minister, Ahmad Donyamali, said on…
Kai Havertz scored a late penalty as Arsenal came from behind to draw with Bayer Leverkusen in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie at the BayArena. The German forward who spent 10 years at Leverkusen before moving to…
Four Nigerian football clubs are in line for a significant financial boost, thanks to a major prize money increase announced by the Confederation of African Football (CAF). Rivers United, Remo Stars, Kwara United, and Abia Warriors, who…
World number one Aryna Sabalenka moved into the quarter-finals at Indian Wells with a 6-2 6-4 victory over Naomi Osaka. The two four-time Grand Slam champions were meeting for the first time since 2018, when Osaka beat Sabalenka en route…
Former Super Eagles midfielder John Mikel Obi has stirred the pot in the Premier League title race, launching a fiery critique of Arsenal’s tactics. The ex-Chelsea star controversially claimed that the Gunners are “cheating” their way to…
Nigerian internationals Victor Osimhen and Paul Onuachu have been recognised for their outstanding performances, securing places in the Turkish Super Lig Team of the Week following matchday 26. The duo were instrumental in securing vital…
Iran’s Sports Minister has confirmed the nation will not participate in the upcoming World Cup, citing the ongoing conflict with host country, the United States. The Middle Eastern nation’s involvement in this summer’s tournament has been…
Responding to a request from Kwara United, the Nigeria Premier Football League has approved the relocation of the club’s home matches from the Moshood Abiola Arena in Abeokuta to the Mobolaji Johnson Arena at Onikan, Lagos. Kwara United…
In an interim technical report of the 2nd Niger Delta Games submitted to World Athletics, the National Sports Commission (NSC) and Athletics Federation of Nigeria(AFN), indicates that 17 athletes met the qualifying standards for the World…
Experienced England defender Kyle Walker has retired from international football with immediate effect. The 35-year-old Burnley full-back has decided to call time on his career after winning 96 caps for the Three Lions and featuring at…
Madrid, Spain – Atlético Madrid asserted firm control over their UEFA Champions League Round of 16 tie tonight, delivering a stunning 5-2 victory against Tottenham Hotspur in the first leg. The Wanda Metropolitano witnessed a breathtaking…
Lamine Yamal denied Newcastle United a priceless victory with the final kick of the game as Barcelona snatched a draw which sends them into next week’s return as favourites to make the Champions League quarterfinals. The Spain…
Michael Olise starred as Bayern Munich delivered a dominant 6-1 thrashing of Atalanta in Italy, all but securing their place in the Champions League quarter-finals.* Vincent Kompany’s side produced a formidable away performance in the…
Reigning African Champions Nigeria’s D’Tigress are set to kick start their FIBA Women’s World Cup Qualifying Tournament campaign against Colombia at the Villeurbanne Sports Arena in Lyon on Wednesday. The Nigerian squad has steadily built…
The Nigerian capital is buzzing with anticipation as the 7th National U17 Cricket Championship, proudly sponsored by PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), is set to ignite its zonal finals today. The hallowed grounds of the Cricket Oval at the…
Arsenal are reportedly preparing to send promising 19-year-old left-back Myles Lewis-Skelly out on loan next season in a bid to secure him more regular first-team minutes. The England youth international has seen his playing time diminish…