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Tuesday, Jul 2

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Ghana Football Awards: Lookman Named Africa’s Best Player

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Super Eagles forward, Ademola Lookman, has been named ‘Best African International Footballer’ at the Ghana Football Awards. Lookman was recognised for his remarkable performance for Nigeria at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Cote…

Euro 2024: France Benefit From Vertoghen’s Own Goal To Reach Quarterfinals

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A late own goal by Jan Vertonghen sent France into the quarter-finals of Euro 2024 at Belgium’s expense. A game that had lacked quality and excitement for large periods looked destined for extra time, but a shot by substitute Randal Kolo…

Olympic Games: Team Nigeria Can Shock The World In Paris

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Track and field legend, Deji Aliu, has said with the performance of Nigeria’s athletes since the start of the year, there are reasons for hope that the country can achieve great things at the coming Olympic Games in Paris. Aliu however…

Eagles Star Completes Lazio Transfer

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Super Eagles forward Fisayo Dele-Bashiru is set to complete a move to Italian Serie A club Lazio. According to Sky Sport Italia, Dele-Bashiru will join Lazio on an initial loan from Turkish club Hatayspor for a fee of Two Million Euros.…

Elegbeleye Applauds Enoh, NFF, NPFL Board Over Season’s Success

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Chairman of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), Hon Gbenga Elegbeleye took stock of the concluded season and expressed appreciation to the Sports Minister, President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), NPFL Board members and…

Trabzonspor Table New Offer For Onuachu

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Turkish Super Lig club Trabzonspor have submitted a new proposal to Premier League side Southampton for the services of striker Paul Onuachu. Southampton previously turned down a loan offer from Trabzonspor for Onuachu, but the Turkish…

Euro2024: Bellingham Investigated Over Gesture After England Goal – UEFA

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Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) is currently investigating the England midfielder, Jude Bellingham for a gesture he made following his late equaliser against Slovakia in the Euro 2024 last-16 tie on Sunday. European…

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Euro 2024: I Understand How Frustrated Ronaldo Is – Portugal Goalkeeper

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Portugal goalkeeper, Diogo Costa has said he understood how frustrated captain Cristiano Ronaldo was following his penalty miss against Slovenia in the Euro 2024 Round of 16 clash on Monday. Portugal defeated Slovenia 3-0 on penalties…

Monday, Jul 1

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Unveiling DR Congo’s Rising Football Star, Oscar Maritu

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A talented young DC Congolese player, Oscar Taty Maritu is creating a stir in Nigerian football, attracting the attention of fans, scouts, and coaches alike. The 24-year-old sensation is rapidly rising through the ranks to become one of…

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Transfer: Two Players Set To Leave Arsenal

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Two Arsenal youngsters, Reuell Walters and Amario Cozier-Duberry have reportedly left the club. Arsenal made this known in a press statement posted on their website on Monday. “Young pros Reuell Walters and Amario Cozier-Duberry have left…

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President Federation Cup Victory: NNL Boss Extols El-Kanemi For Winning Warriors Battle

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The Chairman of Nigeria National League (NNL), Mr George Aluo, has congratulated Maiduguri-based El-Kanemi Warriors Football Club for their impressive victory over Abia Warriors of Umuahia in the final of the President Federation Cup…

Bellingham’s Stunner Saves England Against Slovakia

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England were 86 seconds away from an embarrassing Euro 2024 exit until Jude Bellingham’s stunner inspired a 2-1 extra-time win over Slovakia in the last 16. But Bellingham showed his talismanic quality yet again to haul England level with…

Sociedad Ship Out Umar On Loan

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Real Sociedad are most likely to send striker Sadiq Umar out on loan in the new season after he played a bit role for the La Liga club last term. Fellow La Liga club Sevilla and Bologna in Italy are front runners to get the 27-year-old…

Lagos, Delta Win Gold At The 24th National Milo Basketball Tourney

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I jaiye Housing Estate Grammar School, Lagos and Dom Domigos College, Delta state have emerged as champions of the male and female 24th National Schools Basketball Championship respectively. The teams emerged victorious in a fiercely…

Man United Offer Hojlund Plus Cash In For Osimhen

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Manchester United are ready to concretise their interest in Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen by including striker Rasmus Hojlund in an offer to Napoli for the Nigerian. The 25-year-old Osimhen, who has attracted interest from several…

Euro 2024: Southgate Reacts To Criticism After Playing Saka Left-Back For England

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England manager, Gareth Southgate on Sunday said that he could deploy Bukayo Saka from the left-back position again. Southgate was forced to move Saka from the right wing to the left side of defence, as the Three Lions chased down an…

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Transfer: Real Madrid Set To Announce Two Deals

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Real Madrid have agreed to two deals for Luka Modric and Lucas Vazquez to stay at the club for one more season. Both Modrid and Vazquez were out of contract on Monday, July 1, 2024. However, the LaLiga champions have decided to extend…

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Euro 2024: Q’Final Fixtures Spain Vs Germany, England vs Switzerland Confirmed

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Two of the four quarter-final fixtures at Euro 2024 have been confirmed. This follows the Round of 16 clashes on Sunday, June 3o. England produced an impressive comeback to beat Slovakia 2-1. READ ALSO: Euro 2024: Austria Beat Netherlands…

Sunday, Jun 30

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Euro 2024: England Edge Slovakia 2-1, Advance To Quarterfinals

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England on Sunday, June 30 became the latest team to qualify for the quarterfinal stage. The Three Lions came from a goal down to beat Slovakia 2-1 in the Round of 16 tie. Ivan Schranz had put Slovakia ahead but Jude Bellingham scored a…

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AMAPRO Champs: Abraysports Begin Title Defense Against WonderXchange

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The Defending champions, Abraysports FC will kick start their AMAPRO Football Championship title defense against debutant WonderXchange Football Club from Ondo State on Monday. The championship will feature 16 teams, divided into four…

Transfer: Casemiro Asked To Leave Man Utd

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Manchester United midfielder, Casemiro has been told to leave the club. Casemiro received scrutiny from fans and pundits alike last season for his poor performances for the Red Devils. The Brazilian midfielder, 32, played 32 games across…

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Transfer: Anselmino To Undergo Chelsea Medical

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Football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano has suggested that Boca Juniors defender, Aaron Anselmino is set to undergo a medical with Chelsea in the coming days. According to Romano, Anselmino will join the Premier League west London club…

Olympic Games build bridges, says IOC President

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President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), Thomas Bach, has enjoined all member nations to take advantage of the Olympic family principle and ensure that the world enjoys an unforgettable celebration of sport achievements at…

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President Federation Cup: ElKanemi stun Abia Warriors in final

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Following an exceptional run in the Nigeria National League (NNL) to earn them promotion to the Nigeria top flight league, Nigeria Premier Football League, El-Kanemi Warriors on Saturday afternoon emerged champions of the 2024 President…

Sports Minister tasks NFF to appoint coach with reputation

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The Honourable Minister for Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, has issued a call for the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) to employ a coach who has pedigree and a track record of success to lead the Super Eagles. Emphasizing the…

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Olympic: Oborevwori Urges Sportsmen to Be Focused, Target Glory

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Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori has urged sportsmen, especially athletes who are representing Nigeria in the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, to be focused and goal-getting. The Governor, who flagged off the 2024 Olympic Day Celebration…

Saturday, Jun 29

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Rivers Angels Crowned Champions Of President Federation Cup

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Rivers Angels defeated Naija Ratels 1-0 in the final of the President Federation Cup at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos on Saturday, July 29. Saturday Telegraph reports that it would be the ninth time the Port Harcourt club will…

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Euro 2024: Rooney Claims Southgate ‘Killed’ Two England Stars

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Former Manchester United striker, Wayne Rooney, has claimed that England manager, Gareth Southgate “killed” two players during their underwhelming group stage at Euro 2024. The Three Lions went into the tournament looking to lift their…

CAS Clears Tobi Amusan Of Doping Charges

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Nigerian track and field icon, Tobi Amusan, has been cleared of doping by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) ahead of the 2024 Summer Olympics, which will commence on July 26 and end on August 11. Tobi Amusan started her struggles…

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President Federation Cup Final live on DStv, GOtv

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MultiChoice Nigeria has announced that the 2024 President Federation Cup final will be broadcast live on SuperSport, available on DStv and GOtv. A statement by the company said it has finalised arrangements to broadcast the men and women’s…