Category: FOOTBALL
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Nigeria’s D’Tigers started their 2025 AfroBasket campaign with a 77–59 victory over Madagascar in their Group B opener in Luanda, Angola. Despite a close first half (38–37), Nigeria pulled away in the third quarter, leading 55–46, and secured an 18-point win. Caleb Agada led with 22 points, seven rebounds, two assists, and three steals, while…
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Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Fintiri has rewarded Super Falcons coach Justin Madugu with a three-bedroom bungalow and N50 million for leading Nigeria’s women’s football team to victory at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. The presentation was made at the Government House in Yola. Madugu, an Adamawa native, was recognized for…
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Arsenal is close to signing Swedish striker Viktor Gyökeres from Sporting Lisbon after reaching a full verbal agreement. Sporting has accepted a €63.5 million bid plus €10 million in add-ons, with Gyökeres eager to join Arsenal and willing to reduce his agent’s commission. The 27-year-old will sign a five-year contract, completing a significant addition to…
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South Africa’s women’s team, Banyana Banyana, has advanced to the semi-finals of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations after a 4-1 penalty shootout win over Senegal. Also, Nigeria secured their spot by defeating Zambia 5-0, maintaining an unbeaten record. So far, the semi-final will feature Nigeria versus South Africa, their first meeting since 2022…
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Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie has assured Nigerians that the team will deliver a strong performance against Zambia in Friday’s Women’s Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final in Casablanca. So far, she has expressed confidence that Nigeria’s speed and talent will make the match competitive and winnable, citing previous impressive displays at the Olympics and World…
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Spanish government is demanding an investigation into Barcelona star Lamie Yamal’s controversial 18th birthday party, where allegations emerged that people with dwarfism were exploited as entertainment and women with specific breast measurements were paid to attend. Social media influencer Claudio Calvo claimed Yamal paid for 12 women with certain breast sizes, and critics, including the…
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Super Eagles forward Victor Boniface has discussed his career choices in a Studio podcast, emphasizing his preference for clubs with a suitable playing style and manageable pressure levels. He stated that he has never played for a significantly struggling team, with his past clubs typically finishing first or second. Boniface carefully evaluates a club’s football…
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Liverpool Football Club has retired the number 20 shirt worn by Diogo Jota, who tragically passed away along with his brother, André. The decision, announced on Friday, was made in consultation with Jota’s wife, Rute, and his family. The club described Jota as a uniquely wonderful person who wore the number with pride, leading to…
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Super Eagles have dropped one position to 44th in the latest FIFA World Rankings, with a slight points increase to 1484.26, reflecting recent draws and a win. They sit behind Paraguay and ahead of Côte d’Ivoire, which fell to 45th. Also, Argentina remains top despite a small loss, with Spain moving to second place. While…
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Novak Djokovic has advanced to a record 14th Wimbledon men’s semi-final, defeating Flavio Cobolli 6-7 (6/8), 6-2, 7-5, 6-4, despite a late slip on the grass. The 38-year-old, aiming for a historic 25th Grand Slam title has expressed satisfaction and relief after the game and will now face world number one Jannik Sinner, who eased…
