Manchester United midfielder Casemiro has thrown his support behind Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah to win this year’s Ballon d’Or award, describing the Egyptian as the most impactful and consistent player over the course of last season. Speaking in an interview with British GQ, the Brazilian midfielder admitted that the competition for football’s most prestigious individual prize is always fierce but believes Salah’s performances stand out among his peers. “It’s very…

Former Nigerian international and youth coach Fatai Amoo has expressed confidence that the Flying Eagles will deliver a strong performance at the upcoming FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile. The tournament, which runs from September 27 to October 19, offers Nigeria’s youth team another chance to chase their elusive first title at this level. The Flying Eagles have been drawn into Group F, where they will face Colombia, Norway, and…

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has credited prayers and intercession from citizens for sustaining his administration through challenging moments. The governor spoke on Sunday at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Opobo town, Opobo/Nkoro Local Government Area (LGA), during a thanksgiving service marking the church’s 2025 Harvest of Divine Possibilities and Thanksgiving. Accompanied by his wife, Valerie, and other dignitaries, Governor Fubara described the church as his spiritual foundation and the place…

Liverpool’s summer signing Hugo Ekitike continued his dream start to life at Anfield with another influential performance in the 2-1 Merseyside derby victory over Everton. His seamless transition from Eintracht Frankfurt to the Premier League has not only delivered goals but also created an unexpected tactical conundrum for new head coach Arne Slot. Signed for £70m after a hot pursuit that saw Liverpool edge out Newcastle United, the 23-year-old Frenchman…

Nigeria’s Flying Eagles continued their preparations for the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup with a hard-fought 1-1 draw against host nation Chile in a friendly encounter played on Saturday. The fixture, staged as part of both nations’ warm-up schedule, gave coach Aliyu Zubairu valuable insights into his squad ahead of the global tournament, which kicks off later this month. The w started brightly and showed great composure against a technically…

Real Madrid extended their flawless start to the 2025-26 La Liga season with a 2-0 victory over Espanyol at the Santiago Bernabéu on Saturday. The result keeps Carlo Ancelotti’s side on track with five wins from five, asserting their dominance at the top of the Spanish top flight. Espanyol arrived in the capital hoping to frustrate the reigning champions with a disciplined low block. For much of the first half,…

After a nervy start and conceding twice in the opening 30 minutes, Spurs’ performance showcased a new fighting mentality under manager Thomas Frank.

West Ham’s early-season struggles reached a breaking point on Saturday as pressure mounted on head coach Graham Potter following a 2-0 home defeat to Crystal Palace. Eight months into a two-and-a-half-year contract, Potter’s position is under intense scrutiny, with the club quietly beginning to explore potential managerial replacements. The loss to Palace marked West Ham’s fourth defeat in their opening five Premier League fixtures and their third consecutive home reverse,…

Is a university degree still worth it? In an age of artificial intelligence and automation, that question is more pressing than ever. As algorithms replace routine tasks and reshape industries, many fear that the value of non-STEM fields, arts, humanities, and social sciences, has been eroded. Writers, historians, musicians, and philosophers are among those who feel the squeeze. Yet experts warn against drawing simple conclusions. In England, completing a typical…

By Boluwatife Kehinde Manchester United turned Old Trafford into a theatre of chaos and glory as they battled past world champions Chelsea 2-1 in a rain-soaked Premier League thriller.  The victory extended United’s unbeaten home run against the Blues to 13 league matches and handed Ruben Amorim’s men a statement win. The match burst into life after just five minutes when Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sánchez was sent off for clattering…

Makinde, touted as a potential PDP presidential candidate in 2027, had stated in April that he possesses the capability to lead Nigeria.

By Ismaeel Aleem  The Kebbi State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has issued a stern warning to members attempting to sabotage its upcoming congresses, scheduled for September 20 and 27, 2025, stating that such actions will face severe sanctions. The announcement was made by the party’s State Legal Adviser, Nura Bello, during a press briefing in Birnin Kebbi on Friday. Bello revealed that the PDP’s national leadership has…