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Bayern Munich Advances to FIFA Club World Cup Quarterfinals
Bayern Munich, the reigning Bundesliga champions, secured a thrilling 4-2 victory over Flamengo in the round of 16 at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. The win propels Bayern to the quarterfinals, where they will face off against Champions League holders Paris Saint-Germain. PSG made a statement in their own round of 16 match, cruising […]
Ijele Sports Club Vows to Bounce Back Stronger From Relegation
Ijele Sports Club has expressed determination to stage a comeback in the Nationwide League One (NLO 1) after their relegation from the Nigerian National League (NNL). The club’s Chief Executive Officer, Barrister Ferdinand A. Naza, acknowledged the challenges faced during the season, including logistical issues, inconsistent officiating, and structural problems within the league. Despite these […]
Kano Renames Sports Institute After 22 Fallen Athletes
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has announced the renaming of two major sports bodies in the state in honour of the 22 athletes who lost their lives in a tragic road accident while returning from the recently concluded National Sports Festival in Ogun State. Going forward, the Kano State Sports Institute and the […]
Paul Onuachu Set to Undergo Medical at Trabzonspor
Nigerian international Paul Onuachu is expected to undergo a medical examination on Monday ahead of his permanent transfer to Turkish Süper Lig side Trabzonspor. The development comes after Southampton confirmed that they had reached an agreement with Trabzonspor for the transfer of the 31-year-old striker, bringing an end to protracted negotiations that had dragged on […]
Rivers Angels Receives N50m Reward for Federation Cup Triumph
Rivers Angels has been rewarded with N50m for winning the 2025 President Federation women’s title. The Rivers State Government doled out the money to Tosan Blackson’s side after their 4-2 penalty shootout win over Nasarawa Amazons in the final of the competition. The Jewel of Rivers trailed 2-0 at halftime but rallied to draw 2-2 […]
AIK Stockholm Signs Nigerian Midfielder Zadok Yohanna
Swedish club AIK Stockholm has completed the signing of 18-year-old Nigerian midfielder Zadok Yohanna from Kaduna-based Ikon Allah Football Academy. Yohanna has penned a four-year contract with the club, which will keep him at AIK Stockholm until December 31, 2029. The young midfielder was discovered by AIK Youth Football’s Scout & Recruitment Manager, Herish Sadi, […]
Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn Set for Rematch
Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn are gearing up for a highly anticipated rematch, scheduled to take place on September 20 in London. The exact venue for the bout has yet to be confirmed. This second meeting between the two British boxers comes after their thrilling encounter in April at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, where […]
Austrian GP: Norris Triumphs, Reduces Piastri’s F1 Title Lead
Lando Norris has emerged victorious at the Austrian Grand Prix, claiming his seventh career Formula 1 win and significantly boosting his title aspirations. The British driver skillfully held off a determined challenge from his McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri, ultimately crossing the finish line 15 points ahead in the championship standings. Norris’s impressive performance underscores McLaren’s […]
Marc Marquez Clinches Dutch MotoGP Victory
Marc Marquez delivered a masterful performance at the Dutch MotoGP, claiming victory at the Grand Prix and extending his championship lead to 68 points over his brother Alex Marquez. The elder Marquez seized control on the second lap and maintained his dominance throughout the race, crossing the finish line 0.6 seconds ahead of Aprilia’s Marco […]
Topuria Knocks Out Oliveira to Claim Lightweight Title at UFC 317
Ilia Topuria made a stunning statement at UFC 317, scoring a first-round knockout victory over Charles Oliveira to claim the vacant lightweight championship. The Spanish-Georgian fighter, who moved up from featherweight, dominated the bout, showcasing his exceptional striking power and agility. Oliveira, a 35-year-old Brazilian former lightweight champion, briefly displayed his vast experience but ultimately […]