2027 AFCON Qualifier: Super Eagles beat Madagascar 2-1 in Uyo
The Super Eagles overcame a difficult start to defeat Madagascar 2-1 in their opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo on Friday. in Uyo on Friday.
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Super Falcons defender Osinachi Ohale has ended her 16-year international career with Nigeria after winning five Women’s Africa Cup of Nations titles and representing the country at four FIFA Women’s World Cups.
Man City found guilty on 114 financial charges, face sanctions
Manchester City face a potentially lengthy sanctions process after an independent commission found the club guilty of 114 of the 115 financial charges brought against them by the Premier League.
AFCON Qualifier: Okoye arrives as Super Eagles complete goalkeeping options
Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has completed Nigeria’s preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying campaign after arriving in camp ahead of Friday’s Group L opener against Madagascar in Uyo.
Injured Havertz, Musiala out of Germany squad for Greece
Germany will be without Kai Havertz and Jamal Musiala for Sunday’s Nations League meeting with Greece after both forwards suffered injuries during preparations for the international fixture.
El-Kanemi Warriors ready for Raja Casablanca — Chairman
The Chairman of El-Kanemi Warriors Football Club of Borno, Waziri Isah, says the club is prepared to defeat Raja Casablanca of Morocco in the CAF Confederation Cup.
I aspire to be better than Enyeama — Arthur Okonkwo
Super Eagles goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo has expressed a desire to surpass the achievement of former No. 1 goalkeeper Vincent Enyeama.
AFCON 2027 qualifiers: Results, fixtures as Super Eagles face Madagascar
The qualification series for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations kicked off Thursday, with eight Match Day 1 clashes happening across Africa. Nigeria is scheduled to kick off their journey against Madagascar on Friday.
NPFL: Kwara United edge Nasarawa United 2-1 in Ilorin
Kwara United defeated Nasarawa United 2-1 in a Matchday 5 fixture of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) on Wednesday in Ilorin. The match was played at the George Innih Stadium Complex, Rashidi Yekini Main Bowl, Ilorin.
Aruna wins on Amiens debut in French Pro B League
Nigerian table tennis star Quadri Aruna made a winning debut for Amiens STT in the French Pro B League, helping the club defeat Lille 3-2 in the opening round of the competition. The match was played at the Albéric-Labaume Gymnasium in Amiens, northern France.
Nigeria’s Abdulsalam named among 81 officials for U-17 World Cup
Nigeria will have one representative among the match officials at the 2026 FIFA Under-17 World Cup in Qatar after FIFA selected referee Kasimu Abiola Abdulsalam for the tournament.
MLS: Columbus sack coach over sexist remark to female referee
The Columbus Crew have dismissed their reserve team coach, Federico Higuaín, after an incident involving a female referee during an MLS NEXT Pro match.
NFF loses out as Kayode commits international future to Italy
Michael Kayode’s first senior Italy call-up has effectively ended speculation over his international future, with the Brentford defender confirming that he had been approached by Nigeria but remained committed to Italy.
4,000 athletes competing in A’Ibom sports festival- Eno
Gov. Umo Eno of Akwa has said that more than 4,000 athletes are competing in the second edition of the Akwa Ibom Sports Festival in 27 sports. Eno disclosed this while declaring open the annual sports festival on Tuesday in Uyo.
NPFL: Boboye targets victory as Bendel Insurance host Ikorodu City
Coach Kennedy Boboye of Bendel Insurance Football Club of Benin has demanded victory from his players as the team host Ikorodu City in Wednesday’s Matchday 5 fixture of the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL).
No referee conspiracy against Real Madrid - Tebas
La Liga president Javier Tebas has dismissed Real Madrid’s complaints over refereeing decisions, saying claims of a conspiracy against the club are being used to deflect attention from its poor start to the season.
Xhaka confesses to obtaining fake COVID-19 vaccine certificate
Sunderland captain Granit Xhaka has said he obtained a fake COVID-19 vaccine certificate during the pandemic of 2020. The former Arsenal player said he made the decision because he distrusted the vaccine.
African stars shine in Europe as Semenyo, Nuamah score braces
Antoine Semenyo scored twice as Manchester City moved to the top of the Premier League after a 5-3 victory over Sunderland at the weekend. Semenyo ended his wait for his first goals of the season with a brace at the Etihad Stadium as City moved three points clear of second-placed Arsenal.
Milan, Juventus return to winning ways
The teams AC Milan and Juventus returned to winning ways in Serie A on Sunday, with both clubs securing comfortable home victories to end their recent poor runs.
Messi, Suarez score in Inter Miami 2-2 draw against San Diego
Inter Miami dropped two points in the Major League Soccer Eastern Conference race after San Diego fought back twice to secure a 2-2 draw in Florida on Sunday.
'It's homecoming' — Patrick Vieira becomes Senegal coach
Though born in Senegal, the 50-year-old former player for France achieved fame by winning the 1998 World Cup and the 2000 European Championship with Les Bleus.
Tottenham lose to Aston Villa but end goal drought
Despite the odds, Gallagher's goal gave the Tottenham fans something to cheer about late in the game.
Zidane snubs Benzema, names young players in French squad
He then praised the players he has invited to camp, saying, "They are players who deserve to be here, players I want to see."
Madueke may leave Arsenal in January
Despite Madueke's effort, his position opens him to rivalry from youngster Max Dowman. With less game time, his exit seems inevitable.
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