Sports

‘No cause for alarm’, Ogun govt reacts to explosion at NSF venue

Ayorinde Oluokun

11 months ago

Some containerized shops were destroyed following the explosion involving the diesel-laden tanker that occurred just behind the fence separating the…

NSC disqualifies six athletes with anti-doping issues

Paul Dada

11 months ago

The National Sports Commission, (NSC), says it has disqualified six athletes from participating in the ongoing 22nd National Sports Festival…

Unicorn Sports Secondary Schools Football Tournament kicks off with excitement in Ikorodu

Michael Adesina

11 months ago

The much-anticipated Unicorn Sports Secondary Schools Football Tournament made its debut with energy and enthusiasm at Kingsfield College, Ikorodu, where…

NSF 2024, a celebration to build stronger Nigeria, says Gov. Abiodun

Ayorinde Oluokun

11 months ago

Abiodun urged the athletes not to be desperate about winning medals but competing with integrity and honour.

NSF 2024: Tinubu harps on sport as tool for national integration, cohesion

Ayorinde Oluokun

11 months ago

Tinubu said that the reorganisation and administration of sports under the present administration into a stand alone National Sports Commission,…

South Africa crowned U-20 AFCON champions after historic win over Morocco

Paul Dada

11 months ago

Gomolemo Kekana’s stunning second-half strike proved decisive, as the, Southern Africans claimed the trophy and rewrote history by overcoming a…

Flying Eagles soar: Nigeria crush Egypt in penalty thriller to grab AFCON Bronze

Kazeem Ugbodaga

11 months ago

The game proceeded to penalties, where the Nigerian side displayed composure and clinical finishing, converting four of their spot-kicks. Egypt,…

Excited Sanwo-Olu receives Premier League trophy in Lagos

Paul Dada

11 months ago

Speaking during the ceremony, Governor Sanwo-Olu said that bringing the Premier League Trophy to Lagos showed that "there is something…

Taiwo Awoniyi breaks silence: “I’m still fighting, still smiling”

Kazeem Ugbodaga

11 months ago

The 27-year-old striker also acknowledged the overwhelming support from back home in Nigeria and beyond.

Favour Ofili blazes into History, smashes 150m World Record in Atlanta

Kazeem Ugbodaga

11 months ago

Ofili gained prominence by becoming the first Nigerian woman to break the 22-second barrier in the 200m, clocking 21.96s in…

Pep Guardiola confronts Dean Henderson as Crystal Palace defeat Man City to win FA Cup

Michael Adesina

11 months ago

Pep Guardiola seemed to confront Dean Henderson shortly after Crystal Palace clinched the FA Cup title on Saturday.

Eberechi Eze fires Crystal Palace to FA Cup glory against Man City

Michael Adesina

11 months ago

Eberechi Eze’s 16th-minute goal fired Crystal Palace to the first major trophy in their history as they secured a 1-0…

Cucurella cracks it! Chelsea stun Man. United with late winner

Kazeem Ugbodaga

11 months ago

The breakthrough eventually came in the 71st minute. Reece James, a constant threat on the right, delivered an inch-perfect cross…

Big Match by 1xBet – the N8,000,000 game is on!

Michael Adesina

11 months ago

Betting isn't just about the thrill - it's also about opportunities. And with 1xBet, there are even more of them!…

U-20 AFCON: Smith’s header fires S/Africa past Nigeria into final

Ayorinde Oluokun

11 months ago

A well-taken header by Tylon Smith in the 66th minute proved decisive in a fiercely contested match between two of…

Barcelona crowned champions of Spain after Derby destruction of Espanyol

Kazeem Ugbodaga

11 months ago

Barcelona kept pressing, looking to kill the game, and their persistence paid off deep into stoppage time. Yamal once again…

Taiwo Awoniyi out of induced coma, recovery begins

Paul Dada

11 months ago

Awoniyi is said to be recuperating in the hospital while surrounded by family.

Osimhen breaks record for most goals by foreign player in Turkish Football history

Kazeem Ugbodaga

11 months ago

The Nigerian international has been in electrifying form since his blockbuster move to Galatasaray, consistently finding the net and thrilling…

Osimhen strikes twice as Galatasaray crush Trabzonspor to lift Turkish Cup

Kazeem Ugbodaga

11 months ago

Osimhen stole the show after the break. In the 46th minute, he latched onto another clever Akgun pass before smashing…

U-20 AFCON: Flying Eagles coach Zubairu vows firepower showdown against South Africa

Kazeem Ugbodaga

11 months ago

The two nations have clashed at various stages of the tournament over the years, with Nigeria holding the upper hand,…

Ogun’s National Sports Festival under threat: Stadium delays loom just days before kick-off

Kazeem Ugbodaga

11 months ago

The Games will be hosted at multiple venues, including the MKO Abiola Sports Complex and the Alake Sports Centre in…

Prayers flow as Nigerian striker Taiwo Awoniyi is in induced coma

Michael Adesina

11 months ago

Nigeria's talented footballer, Taiwo Awoniyi, is in an induced coma and receiving intensive care following urgent surgery for a serious…

Arokodare emerges African best player in Belgium

Paul Dada

11 months ago

The award came on Monday after the 24-year-old had an outstanding season in the Belgian Jupiler Pro League. He scored…

Breaking: Novak Djokovic, Andy Murray part ways few weeks before French Open

Michael Adesina

11 months ago

Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray have parted ways after a six-month coaching partnership.

Breaking: Flying Eagles stun Senegal, soar into AFCON Semi-Finals, hit World Cup

Kazeem Ugbodaga

11 months ago

Nigeria held their nerve from the spot, converting all three of their penalties, while Senegal faltered, managing to score only…

Viareggio Cup experience fueled Magic Stars’ unbeaten NLO run – Agboola

Abimbola Aderinola

11 months ago

Magic Stars FC President Kayode Akanji Agboola (Alpha Kay) has credited the club's remarkable performance in the 2025 Nigeria Nationwide…

Arsenal mount stunning comeback to hold Liverpool at Anfield

Kazeem Ugbodaga

11 months ago

The equaliser came in the 70th minute following a dazzling attempt from Martin Odegaard. His strike from the edge of…

Mbappe’s treble not enough as Barcelona edge Madrid in 7-goal El Clasico thriller

Kazeem Ugbodaga

11 months ago

Raphinha added his second of the night shortly before halftime, tapping home Ferran Torres’ cross to give Barcelona a 4-2…

Man. United’s nightmare continues with shocking loss to West Ham

Kazeem Ugbodaga

11 months ago

West Ham doubled their lead in the 57th minute when Jarrod Bowen found himself in a one-on-one with Onana and…

Chelsea fans fume as Nicholas Jackson gets red card; demand signing of Osimhen

Michael Adesina

11 months ago

Chelsea supporters have taken to social media to criticize Nicholas Jackson after he was shown a red in their crucial…

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