Ogun State Government has again thrown its weight behind the Ogun Women Run, restating its support as preparations begin to take shape for the 2026 edition. Now heading into its fourth year, the race is gradually carving out a place for itself, with organisers, Brussel Sports Management Limited, working...
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Harry Maguire has restated his belief in his own ability, insisting he still sees himself among the top defenders in the game despite the ongoing debate around his form. Speaking to BBC, the Manchester United centre-back was straightforward when asked about his standing in football. “I still believe, even...
Nigeria’s U17 girls team, the Flamingos, have started preparations with 36 players invited to camp ahead of their second round qualifier for the 2026 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup. New head coach Akeem Ishola Busari has put together the squad as attention shifts to the winner of the first...
The appointment of the incumbent Executive Director of the Commonwealth Handball Association (CHA), Barrister Terence Vembe, as a member of the International Handball Federation Arbitration Tribunal, has been greeted with excitement in Nigeria. One of the first reactions came from the President and Members of the Handball Federation of...
Atletico Madrid now have the upper hand in this Champions League quarter-final after a 2-0 win over FC Barcelona at the Camp Nou.Barcelona actually started well. They had the ball, moved it around nicely and looked the more likely side early on. Lamine Yamal stood out, always asking questions...
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) moved a step closer to the semi-finals of the UEFA Champions League after beating Liverpool 2-0 in the first leg of their quarter-final clash on Wednesday night. The hosts started on the front foot and looked more settled early on, while Liverpool struggled to get going.The...
A shift is coming that could shake up the battle at the top of English football. Clubs fighting around fifth place in the Premier League now have a real shot at Champions League football next season, following fresh developments around UEFA’s new qualification system. The latest update, highlighted just...
Tuesday’s Champions League quarter-final first legs brought drama and crucial results. Bayern Munich won 2‑1 in Madrid, while Arsenal snatched a 1‑0 victory in Lisbon over Sporting CP. At the Santiago Bernabéu, Bayern shocked the home crowd just before half-time. Luis Díaz finished a quick attack in the 41st...
Harry Maguire has signed a new contract with Manchester United that will keep him at the club until June 2027, with an option for another year. Maguire spoke with pride after extending his stay. “Representing Man United is the ultimate honour. It is a responsibility that makes myself and...
Chairman of Lobi Stars Football Club, Simon Ikya has tasked Christians to remain in unity and as well have hope to enable them achieve maximally. Mr. Ikya also identified with Governor Hyacinth Alia and other government functionaries who have remained supportive of Lobi Stars Football Club and urged them...
Liverpool will look back at one moment more than any other. Mohamed Salah had the chance to pull them back into the game from the spot in the 41st minute, but his penalty was saved, and from that point, it slipped away. Before then, Manchester City had already done...
Mallorca took the lead in the 42nd minute when Manu Morlanes reacted quickest to a loose ball and finished calmly past the keeper. Madrid had plenty of the ball but struggled to turn their chances into goals. Éder Militão scored in the 88th minute to bring them back into...
Italian football has hit another low, and this time it has cost a top official his seat. Gabriele Gravina has stepped down as president of the Italian Football Federation after Italy failed to qualify for the next FIFA World Cup. The decision follows fresh criticism after the national team...
Sweden are heading to the 2026 World Cup after edging Poland 3-2 in a playoff that never quite settled, right up until the closing minutes. It started well for Sweden, with Anthony Elanga putting them in front early. Poland didn’t sit back for long though, as Nicola Zalewski brought...
Tottenham Hotspur have officially named Roberto De Zerbi as their new head coach, with the Italian signing a contract running until June 2031. “I am delighted to be joining this fantastic football club, which is one of the biggest and most prestigious in the world,” De Zerbi said. “In...
Bernardo Silva’s contract with Manchester City runs out in June 2026, and Sky Sports lists him among Premier League players who could leave on a free transfer this summer. Silva has been a key figure at City since moving from Monaco, helping the team win multiple league titles and...
Israel Adesanya lost again on Saturday night, stopped by Joe Pyfer in the second round at UFC Fight Night in Seattle, according to ESPN.Pyfer finished the fight at 4:18 of the second round. He took Adesanya down and kept landing strikes until the referee stepped in. It was a...
Tottenham Hotspur have parted ways with head coach Igor Tudor after just 44 days in charge, ending one of the shortest and roughest spells in the club’s recent history. In that time, Tudor oversaw 7 games across all competitions without a single win. Spurs picked up only 1 draw,...
Senegal made their point before kickoff. Then they made it count. Hours after walking out with the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) trophy in full view of the crowd, the Teranga Lions settled down to business and beat Peru 2-0 in a game that never really slipped from their...
France national football team beat Brazil national football team 2-1 in a lively pre-World Cup friendly in the United States. The game had goals, a red card, and a tense finish. France took the lead in the 18th minute. Kylian Mbappe spotted the goalkeeper off his line and chipped...