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President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Team Nigeria on its impressive performance at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. Tinubu also praised the athletes for demonstrating resilience, determination, discipline and excellence throughout the competition. The commendation is in a statement issued by the Presidential Spokesperson, Mr Bayo Onanuga, on Tuesday in Abuja. The president noted that ...
By Imisioluwa Afunmiso Lagos State has been confirmed as the host city for the 2026 Confederation of African Football (CAF) Awards. The prestigious annual ceremony, which celebrates Africa's finest footballers, coaches, clubs, national teams and administrators, will be held at the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts, formerly known as the National Theatre, ...
The Chairman, FCT Golf Association, Akabom Enebong, has hosted the Head of Service, Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), Nancy Nathan, to her first golf training in Abuja. The training took place at the TYB International Golf Resort and Country Club, Abuja, as part of efforts to promote women’s participation and grassroots development of golf. Enebong ...
Nigeria’s sprint hurdler, Tobi Amusan, on Thursday won a bronze medal in the women’s 100m hurdles at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, ending her reign as Commonwealth champion. Amusan, who won gold medals at the Gold Coast 2018 and Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games, was aiming to become the first woman to win three consecutive Commonwealth ...
Temitope Adeshina has delivered one of the most historic performances of Team Nigeria’s campaign at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. She won bronze in the women’s high jump to end a 72-year wait for a Nigerian medal in the event. Kola Daniel, Special Adviser on Media to the Office of the Director General, National Sports ...
President of the Nigeria Fencing Federation (NFF) Adeyinka Samuel, says hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Fencing Federation Championships will inspire greater participation and accelerate the development of the sports across the country. The event is scheduled to hold in Lagos from Aug. 9 to Aug. 14. Nigeria would be the first African country to host the ...
Nigerian-British born heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua has dedicated his victory over Kristian Prenga to his late friends and trainers, Sina Ghami and Latif “Latz” Ayodele, after overcoming knockdowns to secure a second-round knockout win. The bout watched online, marked Joshua’s first fight since a car crash in Nigeria in December claimed the lives of Ghami, ...
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has announced an upward review of performance bonuses and instant cash rewards for Nigerian athletes competing at the ongoing 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. Kehinde Ajayi, NSC Director of Information and Public Relations, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday. Ajayi quoted NSC Chairman, Shehu Dikko, as saying that ...
On Sunday, July 19, 2026, the entire planet will watch Spain and Argentina walk onto the pitch at the New York-New Jersey Stadium for the biggest match in football history. Ninety minutes later, a world champion will be crowned. But the moment that final whistle blows, the door locks on the most massive giveaway in ...
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup coming to an end on Sunday, defending champions Argentina are seeking to retain the title when they meet current European champions Spain. It promises to be an explosive encounter, as both teams are arguably the best in the tournament, after taking down all opposition and possessing world best players. ...
Lionel Messi once again proved why he remains one of football's greatest as he inspired Argentina to a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over England to book their place in the FIFA World Cup final. England looked set for a famous win after Anthony Gordon fired them ahead in the 55th minute, but Argentina refused to ...
Spain are through to the 2026 FIFA World Cup final after a composed 2-0 victory over France in the semi-finals. Mikel Oyarzabal broke the deadlock before Pedro Porro added the second to seal the win and send La Roja into Sunday's final. Rodri was widely praised for controlling the midfield from start to finish and ...
Spain has defeated France 2-0 to book a spot in the FIFA World Cup 2026™ final. In a masterclass of tactical discipline and defensive steel, La Roja defeated tournament favorites France 2-0 at a packed Dallas Stadium to secure their first final appearance since their historic 2010 triumph. Spain broke the deadlock in the 21st ...
President Bola Tinubu says the Federal Government will promote traditional sports, especially horse racing, to empower youths, strengthen unity and stimulate economic growth. Tinubu spoke through Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, at Saturday’s Renewed Hope West African Horse Racing Derby grand finale at Murtala Square, Kaduna. Tinubu apologised for his absence, attributing it to pressing ...
England defender Jarell Quansah has been handed a two-match suspension by FIFA following his direct red card during the national team’s tense 3–2 victory over Mexico in the World Cup Round of 16. The Bayer Leverkusen center-back was sent off in the second half at the Estadio Azteca after a video assistant referee (VAR) review ...
Argentina staged a stirring comeback to defeat Egypt 3-2 in a thrilling FIFA World Cup Round of 16 clash on Tuesday. Egypt made the brighter start and stunned the South American giants with disciplined defending and swift counter-attacking football. The Pharaohs opened the scoring midway through the first half after a flowing move split Argentina’s ...
England booked their place in the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals after edging hosts Mexico 3-2 in a dramatic Round of 16 contest in Mexico City. The fiercely contested encounter followed a weather delay before a passionate home crowd created a hostile atmosphere inside the famous Azteca Stadium. Mexico began brightly, pressing aggressively and forcing England ...
Erling Haaland scored twice as Norway defeated Brazil 2-1 on Sunday, securing a historic FIFA World Cup quarter-final place and eliminating the five-time champions. Brazil dominated early possession and earned a penalty before the interval after a foul inside Norway’s area, presenting an ideal opportunity to seize control. However, Bruno Guimarães squandered the chance, firing ...
Shehu Dikko, Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), has reaffirmed Federal Government commitment to revitalise hockey through infrastructure, grassroots development and domestic competitions. At the closing ceremony of the 2026 Nigeria Hockey Super League on Saturday in Abuja, Dikko commended Nigeria Hockey Federation for successfully organising the tournament and repositioning the sport. “This tournament ...
Morocco delivered an impressive second-half display to defeat Canada 3-0 in the opening Round of 16 fixture of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, advancing to the quarter-finals in commanding fashion. The newsmen report that the encounter began on a cautious note, with both sides showing discipline and determination as they battled for control in midfield. ...
Egypt defeated Australia 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in extra time to book their place in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Newsmen reports that the tightly contested Round of 32 encounter saw both sides battle for over 120 minutes before Egypt held their nerve in the shootout. Egypt ...
The management of Kano Pillars Football Club has appointed Daniel Ogunmodede as new Technical Adviser ahead of the 2026/2027 Nigeria Premier Football League season. According to a statement issued on Friday in Kano by the club’s Media Director, Isma’eel Tangalashi, the club appointed Ogunmodede, popularly known as “Ijaball,” to take charge of its technical affairs ...
Portugal reached the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 after defeating Croatia 2-1 in a dramatic knockout contest filled with VAR controversy, late twists and Cristiano Ronaldo’s historic contribution. Portugal dominated the opening exchanges, with Cristiano Ronaldo leading the attack alongside Pedro Neto and Rafael Leão, forcing Croatia onto the defensive. Portugal nearly scored in ...
