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By Victor Okoye Bayern Munich edged Real Madrid 4-3 with late goals, advancing 6-4 on aggregate into the UEFA Champions League semi-finals. Luis Diaz struck in the 89th minute and Michael Olise added stoppage-time goal to seal victory. Bayern will face holders Paris Saint-Germain in the semi-finals. Real finished with nine men after Eduardo Camavinga ...
By Ejire Folakunmi Nigerian football legend Finidi George is celebrating his 55th birthday today, drawing tributes from fans, former clubs, and football institutions across the globe. The former Super Eagles winger, who currently serves as head coach of Rivers United, acknowledged the milestone with a simple message on social media: “Grateful for another year 🙏.” ...
By Adedeji Egbebi The Ekiti State Government has warned supporters against acts of violence as Ekiti Queens FC return to the Oluyemi Kayode Stadium, Ado Ekiti, for their Matchday 15 clash against Pacesetter Queens. The Technical Adviser on Sports Development to Gov. Biodun Oyebanji, Olusola Osetoba, gave the warning at a news conference on Tuesday ...
By Opeyemi Gbemiro The Kogi State Government has pledged to prioritise the development of basketball in the state to boost the sport’s profile and promote youth engagement. The Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Monday Anyebe, made the pledge at the inauguration of the Kogi State Basketball Association on Tuesday in Lokoja. Anyebe assured stakeholders ...
By Ejire Folakunmi A Manchester City supporter has gone viral after a cheeky pitchside moment during his club’s 3-0 victory over Chelsea, with the incident quickly becoming one of the talking points of the weekend. The fan, identified as 57-year-old Tal Rehman, was spotted drinking from an Arsenal-branded bottle during the match, a gesture many ...
By Aderonke Ojo Galadima FC on Monday defeated Stalwart FC of Durumi 3-0 to qualify for the quarter-finals of the ongoing 2026 FCT President Federation Cup. The report states that the competition, which began on March 30, is holding at the Area 3 Football Pitch in Abuja. Both teams started cautiously, with no clear-cut chances ...
By Victor Okoye The Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN) on Monday conducted an All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT) sensitisation visit to Enugu Golf Club, during which it honoured Chief Emeka Mamah and decorated Ogechi Okwuosa as ambassadors. LGAN President, Lami Ahmed, who led the delegation, said the AACT remained a platform for promoting women’s ...
By Ejire Folakunmi Jannik Sinner defeated Carlos Alcaraz to win the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters title on Sunday, securing his first trophy at the tournament and reclaiming the world No. 1 ranking. The 24-year-old Italian overcame Alcaraz in straight sets, 7-6(5), 6-3, in a closely contested final that showcased the intensity of their growing rivalry. The ...
By Ejire Folakunmi Union Berlin have appointed Marie-Louise Eta as head coach, making history as the first woman to lead a men’s team in the Bundesliga. Eta takes charge on an interim basis until June following the dismissal of former coach Steffen Baumgart after a run of poor results. The decision comes after Union Berlin’s ...
By Ejire Folakunmi Coventry City are on the brink of securing promotion to the Premier League for the first time in 25 years, as they continue their dominant run in the English Championship. The Sky Blues currently top the table with 84 points from 41 matches, holding an 11-point lead over their closest rivals with ...
By Ejire Folakunmi Cristiano Ronaldo’s unconventional free-kick assist has sparked mixed reactions among fans as Al-Nassr continue their push for the Saudi Pro League title. During a recent league match, Ronaldo opted for a precise cross instead of his trademark direct shot, delivering a ball that led to a headed goal and a 1-0 lead ...
The Abia Commissioner for Sports and Youth Development, Chief Nwaobilor Ananaba, says the maiden edition of the Abia Soccer Fiesta has uncovered at least 60 talented young footballers from the grassroots. Ananaba disclosed this at the opening ceremony of the state finals of the competition at the Ubakala Mini Stadium, on Friday. He said that ...
By Ejire Folakunmi The Chairman of Lobi Stars Football Club of Makurdi, Simon Ikya, says the club’s sole target is to gain promotion to the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) for the 2026/2027 season. Ikya stated this while addressing newsmen in Makurdi on Thursday regarding the club’s progress during the just-concluded Nigerian National League (NNL) ...
By Victor Okoye Liverpool face a daunting task of reaching the Champions League semi-finals after a 2-0 defeat to holders Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) in Paris. Desire Doue netted a deflected opener, while Khvicha Kvaratskhelia punished poor defending with a superb second in a dominant PSG display. The defeat marked Liverpool’s fourth consecutive away loss, their ...
By Ijeoma Okigbo Barcelona and Atletico Madrid took a firm grip on their Champions League quarter-final on Wednesday. Goals from Julian Alvarez and Alexander Sorloth earned a 2-0 first-leg victory over 10-man Barcelona at the Camp Nou. Barcelona dominated proceedings, but Atletico’s rock-solid defence combined with swift counter-attacks paid off. This was after Pau Cubarsi ...
By Shedrack Frank Twenty-seven female teams will compete for a N10 million prize in the women’s category of the Bayelsa Governor’s Football Tournament, tagged the Prosperity Cup. The teams will play across four centres: Kpansia, Swali, Bishop Dimeari Grammar School (BDGS) and the Government House Golf Field, Onopa. The Newsmen reports that defending champions, Afini ...
By Vivian Ahanmisi Nigeria will host the 2026 Commonwealth Fencing Championships, becoming the first African nation to stage the competition. The event, featuring senior, veterans and U-23 categories, will take place in Lagos from Aug. 9 to Aug. 14. President of the Nigeria Fencing Federation, Adeyinka Samuel, said preparations were progressing steadily, covering venues, logistics, ...
Stakeholders have highlighted sport’s role in promoting unity, peace and development, urging young people to embrace it as a pathway to nation-building. They spoke on Monday at a mini-tournament marking the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace, organised by Playing for Peace and Empowerment Initiative (PP&EI) in Abuja. Established by the UN General ...
By Damilare Adeleye President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Nigerian football administrator, Samson Adamu, on his appointment as Acting General Secretary of the Confederation of African Football (CAF). In a statement released on Saturday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Pres. Tinubu described the appointment as a proud moment for Nigeria and ...
Former Chelsea and Brazil playmaker Oscar has been forced to hang up his boots at the age of 34 following a frightening medical emergency. The midfielder, who was recently playing for his boyhood club São Paulo, confirmed the news after a serious heart scare left him fighting for his life during a routine training session. ...
Nigerian striker, Victor Osimhen has been named the Turkish Footballer of the Year at the 72nd Milliyet Sports Awards, held in Turkey. The Nigerian international registered 26 goals and four assists in 30 league appearances, added seven goals in the UEFA Europa League, and scored five times in the Turkish Cup during the title-winning campaign. The ...
Manchester City Striker, Erling Haaland delivered a clinical masterclass on Saturday as Manchester City dismantled Liverpool 4-0 at the Etihad Stadium, securing their place in the FA Cup semi-finals. The Norwegian striker’s dominance underscored a wider gulf in class between the two sides, as Pep Guardiola’s men continued their relentless pursuit of domestic silverware. Haaland ...
By Fredrick Ameh The Comptroller-General of Customs, Wale Adeniyi, has reaffirmed his commitment to national sports development, pledging support for Team Nigeria’s preparations for the 2026 Commonwealth Games following his unveiling as one of the country’s official ambassadors. The announcement, made on April 1, 2026, by the National Sports Commission, forms part of a broader ...
