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Nigeria’s 4x100m men’s relay team loses World Championship spot to Jamaica

Femi Fabunmi

9 months ago

Jamaica’s time moved them up to 15th place in the world rankings. As a result, Nigeria, who were previously 16th…

Dubois vows epic comeback after Usyk knockout defeat

Kazeem Ugbodaga

9 months ago

The former IBF champion, now 22-2 with 21 knockouts, fought valiantly but was overwhelmed by Usyk’s precision and counter-punching, culminating…

Usyk craves rest after knocking out Dubois in undisputed triumph

Kazeem Ugbodaga

9 months ago

The 38-year-old, now 23-0 with 14 knockouts, floored Dubois twice in the fifth round to secure the win, cementing his…

Breaking: Usyk crushes Dubois with knockout to reclaim Undisputed Heavyweight throne

Kazeem Ugbodaga

9 months ago

The 38-year-old southpaw used his superior footwork and counter-punching to frustrate Dubois, landing precise jabs and hooks while evading the…

South Africa’s Oluchi Ndubueze excited winning gold in father’s homeland

Ayorinde Oluokun

9 months ago

"I am so honored to be able to compete in my first international meeting in my father’s homeland. As someone…

Eniola Aluko apologises after blasting Ian Wright

Michael Adesina

9 months ago

Former England star Eniola Aluko has confessed she was wrong to publicly criticise Arsenal legend Ian Wright over his role…

Heavyweight Boxing: All four belts at stake as Usyk faces Dubois again

Femi Fabunmi

9 months ago

Ukraine's Oleksandr Usyk and Britain's Daniel Dubois have completed their final weigh-in ahead of their blockbuster rematch for the undisputed…

FIFA may shift 2026 World Cup matches from US to Canada over visa crisis

Michael Adesina

9 months ago

FIFA is considering moving some 2026 World Cup matches out of the United States to Canada over the country’s strict…

Five-Star Super Falcons crush Zambia to reach WAFCON Semi-Finals

Kazeem Ugbodaga

9 months ago

The rout was completed in stoppage time when Folashade Ijamilusi added a fifth goal, sealing a comprehensive victory that left…

Arsenal snag 17-year-old striker Will Wright in £200K coup

Kazeem Ugbodaga

9 months ago

“I feel great, I’m ready. For all of us, it’s a fantastic opportunity,” Wright said after his pre-season performances, according…

Nigeria reclaims ITTF West Africa title

Ayorinde Oluokun

9 months ago

Nigeria’s women’s team, led by Ajoke Ojomu, maintained regional dominance, defeating Benin Republic, Ghana, and Guinea to retain their title.…

‘I’m not that boy anymore’ – Dubois promises to end Usyk’s era in Wembley rematch

Michael Adesina

9 months ago

Daniel Dubois is drawing a line in the sand ahead of Saturday’s blockbuster fight, declaring he’s no longer the fighter…

‎Mission X: Madugu says Super Falcons are mentally and tactically ready for Zambia ‎

Femi Fabunmi

9 months ago

‎‎The winner of the match between Nigeria and Zambia will progress to the semi finals to confront the winner of…

Nigerian football icon Ikhana fighting back from illness”

Femi Fabunmi

9 months ago

offered to cover his medical costs Dr. Odegbami gave special thanks to Hon. Austin Braimoh for his ongoing support and…

World’s fastest female marathon runner suspended over banned substance

Michael Adesina

9 months ago

The world’s fastest ever woman marathon runner, Kenya’s Ruth Chepng’etich, has been suspended pending an investigation into a test that…

Football Transfer: Liverpool intensify effort to sign Hugo Ekitike from Frankfurt

Femi Fabunmi

9 months ago

Ekitike, a tall and agile centre-forward, rose through the ranks at Stade de Reims before moving to PSG in 2023.…

CAA U-18/U-20 Championship: 15 events final to be decided on Day 2

Femi Fabunmi

9 months ago

Ikwesi, who paired with Melvin Ododo, started from 1.80m, achieving perfect record until a near missed at 2.03m before he…

From 1994 to today: Esangbedo’s First Time FIFA World Cup Episodes captures Nigeria’s World Cup journey

Femi Fabunmi

9 months ago

The May 2025 release arrives at a time of growing national concern, as Nigeria’s Super Eagles face an uphill task…

Betpawa unveils financial empowerment plan for winners after historic N1.6bn gaming win

Femi Fabunmi

9 months ago

Following the historic ₦1.6 billion Aviator payout to players across Africa, betPawa has introduced a Financial Empowerment Program designed to…

Nigeria crash out of FIBA U19 Women’s World Cup after heavy defeat to Hungary

Michael Adesina

9 months ago

Nigeria’s Junior D’Tigress have bowed out of the ongoing FIBA U19 Women’s Basketball World Cup in Czechia after suffering a…

Ex- Super Eagles coach who discovered Finidi George, Taribo West, dies at 88

Femi Fabunmi

9 months ago

Throughout his career, Sinclair played a key role in discovering and mentoring several prominent Nigerian footballers, including Peter Rufai, Taribo…

Super Falcons set for tough quarter-final against Zambia

Femi Fabunmi

9 months ago

Nigeria’s Super Falcons and Zambia’s Copper Queens are set for a high-stakes clash on Friday in Casablanca, in one…

Breaking: Inter Milan table €40m for Ademola Lookman

Michael Adesina

9 months ago

Inter Milan are making a strong push to sign Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman from Atalanta, with reports indicating the…

EPL: Guardiola sets to offload six players as Man City reshape squad

Femi Fabunmi

9 months ago

While more signings may still be made, the manager is keen to maintain balance and avoid overcrowding in key positions.

Plumptre, Ajibade make WAFCON 2024 best XI

Femi Fabunmi

9 months ago

Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade and defender Ashleigh Plumptre have been named in the Best XI of the group stage…

Arsenal close to tying down Ethan Chidiebere Nwaneri on long-term deal

Michael Adesina

9 months ago

Arsenal are on the verge of securing a new long-term contract for teenage star Ethan Nwaneri, amid growing speculation about…

Man City signs biggest kit deal in Premier League history

Michael Adesina

9 months ago

Manchester City have sealed a record-breaking £1 billion kit deal with German sportswear giant Puma. The new agreement, which runs…

AFN names 92 athletes for 3rd CAA U-18/U-20 Championships

Femi Fabunmi

9 months ago

Temitope Ademola and Honourable Victor Clement are the captains of the team, Ademola leads the girls and Clement is the…

Italian giants Juventus line up move for Nigeria’s Onyedika

Femi Fabunmi

9 months ago

Nigerian fans will be watching closely to see if Onyedika makes the big move to Italy and joins one of…

Super Falcons’ Rinsola Babajide joins AS Roma

Michael Adesina

9 months ago

Super Falcons forward, Omorinsola Babajide, has completed a move to Italian Serie A Women’s side, AS Roma. Roma announced the…

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