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CAF announces 2026 World Cup referee lineup — Surprises Inside

Femi Fabunmi

3 weeks ago

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced the African referees and video assistant referees (VAR) selected for the 2026…

2026 World Cup: FIFA fixes May 30 deadline for submission of squad list

Femi Fabunmi

3 weeks ago

The confirmed squad deadline now provides national teams with a clear timeline as preparations continue for the global showpiece.

Why English FA banned City coach, Pep Guardiola

Femi Fabunmi

3 weeks ago

When Trippier was called for a foul on Doku, Guardiola argued with fourth official Lewis Smith and made strong gestures…

Osimhen fires Galatasaray past Beşiktaş in fiery Istanbul derby victory

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 weeks ago

The decisive moment came in the 39th minute when Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen rose highest inside the box to head…

Arsenal survive Mansfield scare to Rreach FA Cup quarter-finals

Kazeem Ugbodaga

4 weeks ago

Despite Arsenal’s early dominance, Mansfield drew level shortly after the restart. In the 50th minute, Will Evans capitalised on a…

Social Media in frenzy as Portable, Carter Efe set to fight in Lagos boxing bout

Femi Fabunmi

4 weeks ago

In another bout, Nigeria’s Rasheed Adeyemo will fight Tanzanian boxer Nicolaus Mdoe. The event will also feature matches involving Basit…

From the Streets of Lagos to Global Icon: Asisat Oshoala’s Unbreakable Bond with Nigeria

Kazeem Ugbodaga

4 weeks ago

The turning point for her, and arguably for modern African women’s football, was the 2014 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup.…

Ethiopia’s Wachiso claims men’s 400m title as Champions emerge on Day 2 of MTN CHAMPS Calabar

Femi Fabunmi

4 weeks ago

On the second day of action at the MTN CHAMPS Athletics Classics in Calabar, the focus shifted firmly to the…

Anthony Joshua is back! Boxing star returns to first-ever gym, coach

Michael Adesina

4 weeks ago

Joshua has been undergoing intensive physical therapy, focusing on recovery from rib injuries sustained in the crash. Now, he appears…

Valverde’s stoppage-time strike seals dramatic win for Real Madrid at Celta Vigo

Kazeem Ugbodaga

4 weeks ago

With the game heading into added time, Madrid pressed for a winner and finally broke through when Valverde unleashed the…

FA fines, suspends Leeds boss Farke for referee confrontation

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 weeks ago

Leeds are currently 15th in the Premier League and will host Norwich City, a team Farke previously managed, in the…

Real Madrid fined €15,000 after fan’s Nazi salute

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 weeks ago

The Spanish club earlier said it had asked its disciplinary committee to begin an immediate expulsion procedure against the member…

MTN CHAMPS: Ezechukwu hits world U-20 standard

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 weeks ago

MTN CHAMPS Media Officer, Babatunde Koiki, said Ezechukwu’s performance had secured her qualification for the World U-20 Championships scheduled for…

CAF postpones 2026 WAFCON, announces new dates

Michael Adesina

4 weeks ago

The TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2026 has been postponed, the Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) announced…

Big boost for Championship clubs as EFL expands Play-off race

Femi Fabunmi

4 weeks ago

The English Football League (EFL) has announced that the play-offs in the EFL Championship will increase from four teams to…

Uncertainty over Musa’s future ends as star speaks out

Femi Fabunmi

4 weeks ago

Former Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa has dismissed reports claiming he plans to return to European football, saying he is…

CAF under pressure as South Africa, Morocco clash over WAFCON 2026

Femi Fabunmi

4 weeks ago

South Africa’s Sports Minister, Gayton McKenzie, has accused Morocco of trying to pressure African football authorities over the hosting of…

Crystal Palace boss Glasner banned from driving

Michael Adesina

4 weeks ago

Manager of Crystal Palace F.C., Oliver Glasner, has been banned from driving for six months after he was caught speeding…

Saka’s strike sends Arsenal seven points clear after Brighton win

Kazeem Ugbodaga

4 weeks ago

Saka delivered the breakthrough in the ninth minute, cutting in from the right flank and unleashing a shot that deflected…

Joao Pedro’s hat-trick fires Chelsea past Aston Villa in dominant style

Kazeem Ugbodaga

4 weeks ago

With Villa struggling to contain Chelsea’s attacking momentum, Pedro completed a memorable night in the 64th minute. Latching onto a…

Man City stumble in Title Race as Forest snatch dramatic draw

Kazeem Ugbodaga

4 weeks ago

City dominated much of the contest and broke the deadlock in the 31st minute when Semenyo volleyed home from close…

Ten-Man Newcastle stun Man. United, end Carrick’s unbeaten streak

Kazeem Ugbodaga

4 weeks ago

Osula, introduced late in the match, latched onto a long ball during a swift counterattack, burst past the United defence…

Veteran sports journalist Niyi Oyeleke passes away

Femi Fabunmi

4 weeks ago

The news was first shared by Ibitoye Shittu on a WhatsApp group on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. He wrote: "It's…

Heartbreak for Super Eagles fans as FIFA confirms DR Congo for Inter-Confederation Play-offs

Femi Fabunmi

4 weeks ago

This setup puts DR Congo just one match away from booking their ticket to the World Cup, where they will…

EPL: Super Eagles’ Arokodare praised for Wolves’ win over Liverpool

Femi Fabunmi

4 weeks ago

Arokodare came off the bench in the second half and immediately made an impact. He provided the assist for Rodrigo…

Breaking: FIFA delivers final Verdict on Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup hopes

Kazeem Ugbodaga

4 weeks ago

Nigeria had filed a formal protest following the decisive encounter, which finished 1–1 before being settled on penalties, with DR…

Why we lost to Super Falcons – Lionesses coach

Femi Fabunmi

4 weeks ago

coach of the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon, Mike Ndoumou, has opened up about the reasons behind his team’s 3-1 loss…

Football Transfer: PSG pushes €120m bid as Galatasaray slaps €150m orice on Osimhen

Femi Fabunmi

4 weeks ago

Galatasaray have placed a staggering €150 million price tag on Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen amid growing interest from Paris Saint-Germain…

Trump shrugs off Iran’s 2026 World Cup participation concerns

Michael Adesina

4 weeks ago

United States President Donald Trump has said he is unconcerned about whether Iran participates in the 2026 FIFA World Cup,…

World turns to Nigeria for biggest bout as Mayweather makes historic return to boxing

Femi Fabunmi

4 weeks ago

A Nigerian-born boxing promoter, Keane Anis, who is the CEO of Frontrow Fight Series and head of The Money Team…

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