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Umohette celebrates 20th career win, hails Anthony Joshua, Itauma
Umohette thanked God, his family, promoter Erik Fleming, co-promoter Monte Ekott, boxing fans and his supporte…
FIFA sends message to Lionel Messi after Argentina star retires from international football
FIFA has paid tribute to Lionel Messi's remarkable career following his retirement from international football…
Aston Villa sign Imuran as Nigeria defender eyes bigger stage
The move gives Imuran a fresh platform to compete at a higher level and potentially strengthen her claim for i…
Angel Di Maria sends emotional message to Lionel Messi after his international retirement
Angel Di Maria pays tribute to Lionel Messi after the captain's retirement from international football, follow…
“We needed that win to stay in the fight” — Fizdale hails D’Tigers’ Cape Verde masterclass
With the qualification campaign entering a decisive phase, Fizdale’s message to his players was straightforwar…
Revealed: Why Manchester United's second goal stood vs Ipswich Town despite Harry Maguire's handball
Controversy arose as the Premier League clarified Manchester United's second goal against Ipswich, involving H…
Messi Retires From Argentina National Team For Second Time
Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from the Argentina national team for the second time, saying he has …
JUST IN: Messi announces retirement from international football
Messi, who captained Argentina in his sixth World Cup campaign, confirmed the decision on Monday The post JUST…
Lionel Messi announces retirement from Argentina national team after 2026 FIFA World Cup final loss
Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from the Argentina national team after leading the team to the 2026 …
Lionel Messi retires: 10 records the Argentina legend leaves behind in international football
Lionel Messi has retired from Argentina's national team at 39, leaving a legacy of 10 international records, i…
Barcola Joins Liverpool From PSG In £123m Move
Liverpool have completed the signing of France forward Bradley Barcola from Paris St-Germain for a fee worth u…
Jay-Jay Okocha melts hearts with touching father-daughter dance at child’s wedding in Spain
Super Eagles legend Jay-Jay Okocha shared a joyful dance with his daughter Daniella at her Marbella wedding, s…
Super Eagles’ Zaidu Sanusi faces two-month injury layoff
Tests conducted on Sunday confirmed the extent of the setback, with Portuguese publication O Jogo reporting th…
Atletico Madrid sign Jonathan David to end Diego Simeone's experiment with Lookman as a striker
Atletico Madrid finalises an agreement with Juventus to loan Jonathan David, alleviating pressure on Ademola L…
Only Seyi Tinubu Can Change NFF, Says Obafemi Martins
Former Super Eagles striker, Obafemi Martins, has said Seyi Tinubu has the capacity to change the Nigeria Foot…
Opta's supercomputer predicts the outcome of the Premier League match between Aston Villa and Arsenal
Opta's supercomputer predicts Arsenal's victory over Aston Villa in a crucial clash, with 61.1% simulations fa…
France legend snubs Kylian Mbappe, nominates Paris Saint-Germain star to win 2026 Ballon d’Or
Michel Platini is backing PSG's Khvicha Kvaratskhelia for the 2026 Ballon d'Or, highlighting his Champions Lea…
Rafael Leao expresses excitement to link up with Victor Osimhen at Galatasaray
Galatasaray has signed Portuguese winger Rafael Leao from AC Milan, enhancing their attacking line alongside V…
Boost for Super Eagles as Premier League club step up interest in Nigerian winger liked by Chelle
A top Premier League club has intensified efforts to sign Nigerian winger Femi Azeez from Millwall, as bids ne…
Manchester United urged to sign Victor Osimhen before transfer window closes, reason emerges
Louis Saha claims Victor Osimhen, a lifelong Manchester United fan, is eager to join the club, despite interes…
Aston Villa vs Arsenal: Mysterious cat predicts Premier League match between Aston Villa and Arsenal
Aston Villa face Arsenal at Villa Park on August 31, 2026, as the Gunners aim for victory after a strong start…
Fernandes Hat-Trick Fires Man United To 5-2 Victory Over Ipswich
Bruno Fernandes scored a hat-trick and provided an assist as Manchester United recovered from a goal down to t…
Awoniyi reflects on Hull defeat as Osimhen, Lookman shine in Europe
Despite the disappointing result, Awoniyi believes Coventry did enough in terms of their overall performance b…
Ademola Lookman: Super Eagles star responds to Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone’s apology
Ademola Lookman has reacted to Diego Simeone's apology for his centre-forward role, shining in La Liga after s…
Chelsea Beat Brighton In Seven-Goal Thriller To Maintain Perfect Start
Chelsea maintained their perfect start to the Premier League season after surviving a late Brighton comeback t…
IBF Heavyweight Title: Hrgovic stuns Itauma to make Croatian Boxing history
What had been billed as Itauma’s fight to lose ended with the Croatian producing the performance of his career…
CAFWCLQ: Nigerian champions Edo Queens chase WAFU-B final spot
With a place in the final at stake, there will be little room for error when both sides meet in what promises …
“We have To penetrate”: Taiwo Awoniyi reacts after Coventry City’s painful 1:0 defeat to Hull City
Coventry City suffered a 1-0 loss to Hull City in their first home Premier League game in 25 years, with Taiwo…
Kenya, Ethiopia dominate 2026 Enugu International Marathon
At the inaugural Enugu City International Marathon in 2025, Kenya's Koros Ken won the 42-kilometre category, g…
Galatasaray coach reacts after Victor Osimhen’s goal inspires Turkish giants to victory over Goztepe
Victor Osimhen scored a penalty and assisted another as Galatasaray defeated Goztepe 3-2, soaring to the top o…
Victor Osimhen: Fabrizio Romano gives fresh update on Nigerian striker’s Premier League transfer
Fabrizio Romano has debunked Arsenal links to Victor Osimhen, asserting the Nigerian striker is central to Gal…
PREVIEW: NPFL returns with higher stakes as 3SC win opener, Rangers eye title defence
Last season proved that reputation means very little once the competition begins. Remo Stars went from champio…
Boost for Nigeria as Super Eagles goalkeeper joins top European club in delightful transfer move
Super Eagles goalkeeper Francis Uzoho has joined European giants Omonia 29th May on a free transfer after five…
Good news for Super Eagles as England-born superstar commits international future to Nigeria
Super Eagles have received a major boost as an England-born football star commits his international future to …
Itauma vs Hrgović: Unbeaten British-Nigerian boxer battles for IBF Heavyweight World Title
The central question heading into the fight is whether Itauma's speed, power and youthful energy can overcome …
Super Eagles star scores again, sends strong message to Eric Chelle and Victor Osimhen
Super Eagles striker Rafiu Durosinmi is in blistering form, with four goals in four matches for KRC Genk, boos…
DAZN secures LaLiga rights for Sub-Saharan Africa, including Nigeria
Sports streaming platform DAZN has secured the rights to broadcast every LaLiga EA Sports match across Sub-Sah…
Tinubu takes action as NFF resignations rock Nigerian football after World Cup failures
President Tinubu has ordered sweeping reforms in Nigerian football after NFF resignations, following the Super…
Tension as Mysterious cat predicts winner of Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest Premier League clash
Nimbus Pronos, the prediction cat, has predicted the outcome of Liverpool against Nottingham Forest at Anfield…
NPFL: Salisu Yusuf backs Shooting Stars to improve after winning start
The Oluyole Warriors secured all three points in a lively opening fixture that produced three first-half goals…