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AFCON 2025: Rohr fires Eagles warning ahead of JKK Uyo showdown

22 August 2024

Gernot Rohr, the German coach who led Benin to a stunning 2-1 victory over Nigeria in a FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier last June, is confident of repeating the feat in the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. Both teams have been drawn in Group D alongside Libya and Rwanda. While Benin will […]

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National Youth Games gets new date

21 August 2024

The Minister for Sports Development, John Enoh, represented by the Director of Grassroots Sports Development in the Ministry,  Patrick Okeke, announced the adjustment during the just concluded Joint Technical Committee Meeting of the Games at the Steven Keshi International Stadium Asaba, venue of the next Games. Enoh said the date was brought back by one […]

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Sutton warns ‘peak’ Toney against Saudi move

20 August 2024

Toney has been the subject of a £35 million bid from Saudi Arabian club Al-Ahli, but Brentford has rejected the offer. Sutton suggests that Toney should prioritize his footballing development and stay in the Premier League, where he can continue to showcase his skills and contribute to a top-flight team. The former England international highlights […]

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Chile beat Nigeria 23-22 in IHF U-18 championship

19 August 2024

In an end-to-end match between both sides, coach Shittu Agboola’stutoured team matched their Chilean opponent in the same number ofshots and had a better shot efficiency than their previous matches butthey still fell short as they lost the first half 11-10 to the SouthAmericans. The second half was equally poised between both teams as Nigeriascored […]

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Adesanya battles Du Plessis for UFC middleweight belt

17 August 2024

With cultural pride, national identity, and the coveted middleweight belt on the line, the clash has evolved beyond mere sport into a charged debate over who can rightfully claim to be Africa’s true champion. The tension between these two fighters has been simmering for months, sparked by Du Plessis’ challenge to the legitimacy of Adesanya […]

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EPL: Rashford names most exciting Stadium in England

16 August 2024

Manchester United star, Marcus Rashford has named Liverpool’s Anfield as theStadium with the best atmosphere. The England forward said he once visited Anfield disguised as a Liverpool fan.26-year-old Rashford has remained one of the best forwards on Erik ten Hag’s squad atthe moment. Rashford stated this during a recent chat with Manchester United’s media team.Interestingly, […]

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Mbappe after scoring first Real Madrid goal

15 August 2024

Real Madrid’s summer signing, Kylian Mbappe, has expressed his delight after scoring his first goal for the club. The France captain made his debut for Real Madrid in the UEFA Super Cup final against Atalanta. The 25-year-old scored Real Madrid’s second goal as the Spanish LaLiga champions defeated the Serie A side 2-0 in Poland. […]

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Champions League: I’ll get into trouble – Mourinho reacts to Fenerbahce’s exit

14 August 2024

Fenerbahce manager, Jose Mourinho, was not impressed after the team was eliminated from the Champions League in the third qualifying round by Lille. This means the Turkish club will play Europa League football this new season. Mourinho’s men lost 3-2 on aggregate over the two legs, with Lille’s winning goal scored from the penalty spot […]

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Oshoala to face former club Barca August 27

13 August 2024

Bay FC striker Asisat Oshoala will play against her former club FC Barcelona for the first time when her National Women’s Soccer League club host the Catalans in an international club friendly on Tuesday, August 27. The 29-year-old joined Bar FC from Barcelona in February and is expected to face her former teammate at their […]

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Transfer: Chelsea’s Omorodion deal collapses as Gallagher, Alvarez futures unclear

12 August 2024

The collapse of Omorodion’s transfer has forced Chelsea and Atletico Madrid to explore alternative options, with both clubs now considering a return to London for Joao Felix. The Portuguese forward spent time on loan at Stamford Bridge in 2023. Despite the setback, Manchester City remains optimistic about Alvarez’s potential move to Atletico Madrid. The Spanish […]

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