Sports

Ballon d’Or: Nigeria’s Lookman outshines Palmer, Williams, Saka, Rice, 12 others

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

Lookman’s Ballon d'Or nomination on 4 September 2024 came not only for his contributions to Atalanta’s UEFA Europa League win…

Spain’s Aitana Bonmati retains Women’s Ballon d’Or

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

Grateful for the honour, Bonmati shared her thoughts in Paris: "I’m deeply thankful for this award. Achieving this twice is…

Rodri claims 2024 Ballon d’Or, crowning Spain’s triumphant year

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

By Kazeem Ugbodaga In a glittering ceremony in Paris, Rodri, Manchester City’s midfield maestro, claimed the 2024 Ballon d’Or, crowning…

Barcelona’s Wonderkid Yamal clinches Kopa Trophy as Best Young Player

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

The prestigious award was presented by Dutch football legend Ruud Gullit, the 1987 Ballon d'Or winner, following a tribute montage…

Super Falcons captain Ajibade sponsors 11 Lagos coaches for certificate course

Paul Dada

1 year ago

Ajibade urged the Lagos FA to always provide adequate information concerning its future programmes, to enable the foundation to be…

Man. United fires Ten Hag, Van Nistelrooy takes over

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

The club in a statement on its website on Monday extended its gratitude to Ten Hag for his contributions, acknowledging…

Nigeria qualify for U-20 AFCON, battle Ghana in WAFU B final

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

The Flying Eagles had to come back from a goal deficit to secure victory against their hard fighting opponent from…

Salah saves the day as Liverpool snatches late draw at Arsenal

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

Liverpool, however, remained undeterred. In the 81st minute, Salah demonstrated his poise, connecting with a loose ball in the box…

Red Devils crumble: Late penalty sinks Man. United against West Ham

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

West Ham took the lead in the 74th minute through Crysencio Summerville, who netted after a well-crafted move involving Danny…

Palmer’s stunning strike secures Chelsea’s victory over Newcastle

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

The second half began with fireworks, as Chelsea reclaimed the lead just two minutes in. Romeo Lavia passed to Palmer,…

Ogun Cricket Association unveils squad for National Sports Festival

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

Kuforiji highlighted the substantial renovations to the pavilion and cricket pitch, stating, "Our association invested around N30 million in these…

1xBet will make it rain money at Halloween: spin the slots and win up to €16,666!

Michael Adesina

1 year ago

Get the most out of Halloween without a festive costume and Jack-o'-lantern. Take part in the 1xBoo tournament and win…

Ogun unveils cricket teams ahead of sports festival (Full list)

Isa Isawade

1 year ago

The 2024 National Sports Festival, in its 22nd edition, is scheduled to take place from 12 to 25 January 2025…

2024 Gateway Games: Gov Abiodun assures of State of Art facilities

Isa Isawade

1 year ago

"We are convinced that after the games, there will be other individuals who will come and take concession of this…

Arsenal host Liverpool, Inter face Juventus Sunday

Isa Isawade

1 year ago

La Liga features a full day of action in Spain, starting with Leganés hosting Celta Vigo, followed by Getafe against…

How chess game relieves dementia, Alzheimer’s – Dr Onwumere

Isa Isawade

1 year ago

The captain described chess as a “mind game” that relived neurological diseases such as dementia and Alzheimer which were more…

Lookman hits brace as Atalanta run riot with goals against Verona

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

Undeterred, Lookman opened his account in the 29th minute, weaving past defenders to bury a stunning shot into the bottom…

Nigeria’s Flamingos bow out of Women’s U-17 World Cup after defeat to U.S.

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

The U.S. doubled their lead in the 73rd minute, securing their path to the semi-finals and ending Nigeria's journey in…

Masterclass at the Bernabeu: Barcelona obliterates Real Madrid in massive victory

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

Robert Lewandowski opened the scoring in the 54th minute, drilling a powerful shot into the bottom right corner after receiving…

Troost- Ekong celebrates CAF’s sanctions on Libya

Paul Dada

1 year ago

The African football ruling body also fined Libya 50,000 USD which much be paid within 60 days.

Wage of sin: CAF punishes Libya, awards Super Eagles three points, three goals

Paul Dada

1 year ago

Libya is also fined 50,000 US dollars which must be paid within 60 days.

Aguero picks three favourite teams to win Champions League

Taiwo Okanlawon

1 year ago

Former Argentina striker, Sergio Aguero, has named the three favourites to win the Champions League title this season. According to…

Champions League: UEFA bans two referees

Taiwo Okanlawon

1 year ago

The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) have banned Bartosz Frankowski and Tomasz Musial from refereeing, for bringing the game…

Didier Drogba reveals one of his regrets

Taiwo Okanlawon

1 year ago

Former Chelsea striker Didier Drogba has said he regrets not playing in the FIFA Club World Cup for Chelsea. Drogba,…

Iheanacho will get more game time – Sevilla coach, Pimienta

Taiwo Okanlawon

1 year ago

Iheanacho has made just five league appearances since linking up with former UEFA Europa League champions on a free transfer…

CAF confirms date, venue for 2024 Africa Player of the Year Awards

Paul Dada

1 year ago

The implication of this is that Morocco will hold the annual event for a third consecutive time.

Super Eagles soar in FIFA ranking

Paul Dada

1 year ago

The senior men’s national team defeated their Libyan counterparts in the first leg match of the Africa Cup of Nations…

Haaland’s magic powers Man. City to 5-0 Champions League rout

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

Haaland continued his lethal form with another goal in the 68th minute, controlling a pass on the edge of the…

Bayern torn apart as Raphinha’s hat-trick fires Barcelona to crushing victory

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

Just before half-time, Raphinha struck again. Dancing past several Bayern defenders, the Brazilian unleashed a powerful low drive from the…

Nigeria beat hosts Dominican Republic for Saturday date with U.S

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

The win in the final match of Group A at the FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup ensured that Nigeria will…

« Prev 1 … 83 84 85 86 87 … 1,006 Next »