Sport
Olivia Smith’s stunning debut strike hints at Arsenal’s missing piece
Olivia Smith needed just one moment of brilliance to show why she was once the world’s first £1m women’s footballer on her Women’s Super League debut for Arsenal.
Super Eagles land in Bloemfontein to warm welcome ahead of South Africa clash
The Super Eagles of Nigeria arrived in Bloemfontein on Sunday evening to a rousing reception ahead of their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying clash with South Africa on Tuesday.
Alcaraz declares US Open triumph his best level ever
Carlos Alcaraz hailed his performance as “brilliant” and at his “best level ever” after defeating Jannik Sinner to win a second US Open title and reclaim the world No. 1 ranking in New York on Sunday.
Alcaraz dethrones Sinner to win second US Open, reclaims World No. 1
Carlos Alcaraz produced a dazzling performance to end Jannik Sinner’s reign in New York, claiming his second US Open title and a sixth career Grand Slam with a 6-2, 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 victory on Arthur Ashe Stadium.
Verstappen ends victory drought with dominant Italian GP win as McLaren drama unfolds
Max Verstappen emphatically returned to winning ways at Monza, ending a four-month, eight-race victory drought with a commanding triumph in the Italian Grand Prix.
Onana set for shock loan switch to Trabzonspor
Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana is set to join Turkish side Trabzonspor on loan for the rest of the season, in a move that will see him double his salary.
Sanwo-Olu hails Team Lagos for record-breaking feat at National Youth Games
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has applauded Team Lagos for their record-breaking performance at the 9th National Youth Games, which ended on Saturday in Asaba, Delta State.
Arokodare named man of the match as Super Eagles revive World Cup hopes
Super Eagles of Nigeria forward Tolu Arokodare was named Carloha/Chery Man of the Match for his decisive display in Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Rwanda on September 6, 2025.
FIFA appoints Gabonese referee Atcho for Nigeria vs South Africa clash
World football’s governing body, FIFA, has confirmed the appointment of Gabonese referee Pierre Ghislain Atcho to officiate the high-stakes 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying clash between Nigeria’s Super Eagles and South Africa in Bloemfontein.
Osimhen ruled out of Super Eagles’ crucial clash against South Africa
Super Eagles of Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen has been ruled out of Tuesday’s decisive 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against the Bafana Bafana of South Africa in Bloemfontein.