Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reported that Flick was optimistic about Yamal’s fitness, stating, “I think Lamine Yamal is ready for tomorrow. He’s been working very well, and I’m pleased with his progress. It was good for him to rest these past two weeks.” The break has given the 16-year-old time to recover both physically and […]
Jota tragically passed away in a car accident last summer at the age of 28, leaving a void that is still keenly felt by his teammates and staff. In an interview, former Liverpool defender Andy Robertson admitted he had been “in bits” before Scotland’s dramatic victory over Denmark secured their spot in the 2026 World […]
Despite Ghana’s failure to qualify for the tournament, Gyan believes Nigeria’s Super Eagles will be strong contenders, alongside hosts Morocco and defending champions Ivory Coast. The Super Eagles, fresh off their heartbreak of missing out on the 2026 World Cup, are expected to channel their disappointment into a fierce push for their fourth AFCON title. […]
Nigeria’s captain, Rasheedat Ajibade, narrowly missed out on the Women’s Player of the Year crown, which went to Morocco’s Ghizlane Chebbak. In the men’s category, Morocco’s Achraf Hakimi claimed the Player of the Year Award, finishing ahead of Nigeria’s Victor Osimhen and Egypt’s Mohamed Salah, ending Nigeria’s recent run of back-to-back wins. The ceremony extended […]
In wrestling, Christiana Ogunsanya dominated Uzbekistan’s Shokhida Akhmedova 11-1 in the 53kg freestyle final, while Miesinnei Genesis settled for silver in the women’s 50kg freestyle after a 5-1 loss to Aktenge Keunimjaeva of Uzbekistan. On the track, Nigeria’s quartet of Bada Toyin, Ezechukwu Miracle, Omokwe Maria, and Nweke Cynthia powered to gold in the women’s […]
The 22-year-old, a two-time Wimbledon champion and six-time Grand Slam winner, shared the news onsocial media “I am very sorry to announce that I will not be able to play with Spain in the Davis Cup in Bologna. I have swelling in my right hamstring, and after medical advice, it is best not to compete,” […]
Joshua, 36, the former two-time unified heavyweight champion from the UK, will meet Paul at the Kaseya Center in Miami. The highly anticipated fight will consist of eight three-minute rounds. This bout comes as a replacement for Paul’s original opponent. The 28-year-old Paul had been scheduled to face lightweight star Gervonta Davis in an exhibition […]
The 34-year-old fell ill while undergoing pre-season fitness testing at São Paulo’s training centre last Tuesday, prompting immediate medical attention. According to a statement released on Monday, São Paulo confirmed that Oscar had been released from the renowned Einstein Israelita Hospital on Sunday. The club reassured fans, stating that the player was “stable and clinically […]
This recognition was announced by the Confederation of African Football, CAF, as part of the final shortlist leading up to the awards ceremony set for Wednesday, November 19, in Rabat, Morocco. The ceremony will honor the top performers in African football for the period between January 6 and October 15, 2025. On the men’s side, […]
The winner progresses to a six-nation intercontinental tournament in Mexico, keeping hopes alive of reaching an expanded 48-team World Cup co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico. Nigeria and DR Congo earned second chances after finishing as the best runners-up in African qualifying. In the semi-finals, Osimhen struck twice in extra time to seal […]