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CWC: Luis Enrique Relishes ‘Special’ PSG-Real Madrid Semi-Final Clash

Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique has labelled Wednesday’s Club World Cup semi-final against Real Madrid as a “special” occasion, while brushing aside any talk...

Joao Pedro Double Fires Chelsea Into Club World Cup Final

Chelsea have reached the final of the revamped FIFA Club World Cup as two goals from new signing Joao Pedro helped sink Brazilian side...

Wimbledon 2025: Sabalenka Survives Siegemund Scare to Reach Semi-Finals

World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka battled back from the brink of a shock exit on Tuesday, overcoming a spirited challenge from Laura Siegemund to...

Alcaraz Closes In on Wimbledon Hat-Trick with Commanding Win Over Norrie, Sets Fritz Showdown in Semis

Carlos Alcaraz took another major step towards a historic third consecutive Wimbledon title on Tuesday with a commanding straight-sets victory over Britain’s Cameron Norrie,...

SWAN Celebrates Malikawa, Musa Kano Pillars’ Appointments

The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has extended its heartfelt congratulations to one of its national leaders, Alhaji Idris Malikawa Garu, following his...

NPFL: New 3SC Chairman, Hon. Taiwo Salami, Promises Major Revamp for Oluyole Warriors

The newly appointed Chairman of Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC), Honourable Taiwo Lekan Salami, has pledged a comprehensive facelift for the historic Oluyole Warriors....

Nigeria’s U-19 Women Depart for FIBA World Cup in Czech Republic

Nigeria’s U-19 Women’s Basketball Team has departed Abuja for Brno, Czech Republic, ahead of their participation in the 2025 FIBA U19 Women’s Basketball World...

WAFU B U20: Flying Eagles Arrive in Ghana, Set Sights on Title

Nigeria’s U20 national team, the Flying Eagles, have arrived in Ghana ahead of the much-anticipated WAFU Zone B U20 Championship, which officially kicks off...

Ajayi Breaks Meet Record with Blistering 9.92s Victory in France

Nigeria’s sprint sensation Kanyinsola Ajayi continued his meteoric rise on Monday evening, storming to a meet record-equalling 9.92 seconds to win the men’s 100m...

NPFL: Ahmed Musa Vows to Restore Kano Pillars’ Lost Glory

Super Eagles legend and newly appointed General Manager of Kano Pillars Football Club, Ahmed Musa, has vowed to restore the club’s past glory and...

CWC: Maresca Unfazed by Heat as Chelsea Prepare for Semifinal Clash With Fluminense

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has brushed aside concerns over extreme heat conditions as the Blues gear up to face Brazilian side Fluminense in the...

CHAN 2025: Home-Based Eagles Begin Training in Ikenne

The Super Eagles B team — Nigeria’s home-based national squad — officially kicked off their preparations for the 2025 African Nations Championship (CHAN) with...

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