President Bola Tinubu has said his administration revived the long-dormant National Sports Commission (NSC) to insulate the sports sector from bureaucratic interference and vested interests, stressing its vital role in nation-building and unity. Tinubu spoke through Vice President Kashim Shettima at the opening ceremony of the 22nd National Sports Festival, tagged ‘Gateway Games Ogun 2024’, held in Abeokuta, Ogun State yesterday. The President reaffirmed his government’s commitment to positioning sports…

Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi has broken his silence following emergency surgery for an abdominal injury that saw him placed in an induced coma earlier this month. In an Instagram post shared on Sunday, the Nigerian international reflected on his ordeal, describing the 2024/25 season as one of the toughest periods of his football career. “This season has been one of the most difficult of my career, but through it…

Nigeria claimed third place at the TotalEnergies CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations Egypt 2025 after a dramatic 4-1 penalty shootout victory over tournament hosts Egypt on Sunday. The third-place playoff at the 30 June Stadium in Cairo ended 1-1 after 90 minutes, before Nigeria kept their nerve in the shootout to secure their fifth bronze medal in U-20 AFCON history. It was a clash between two sides aiming to…

A stunning second-half strike from Declan Rice ensured Arsenal booked their ticket for next season’s UEFA Champions League with a narrow but vital 1-0 win over Newcastle United in front of a buzzing Emirates crowd. With the pressure of recent lacklustre form looming, the Gunners were in desperate need of a spark. That moment arrived ten minutes into the second half when Rice, collecting a short pass from captain Martin…

Ferrari’s much-anticipated homecoming at the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix has turned into a weekend of disappointment, with both Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton failing to qualify in the top ten at Imola. In front of thousands of passionate tifosi, Ferrari could only muster 11th and 12th on the grid — a stark contrast to the pole position secured by McLaren’s Oscar Piastri. The Imola circuit, just 50 miles from Ferrari’s Maranello…

Bayern Munich signed off their Bundesliga title-winning campaign in dominant fashion with a 4-0 victory over Hoffenheim at the PreZero Arena, as club legend Thomas Müller made his final appearance for the Bavarian giants. The 35-year-old forward, a one-club man who has been part of Bayern’s senior setup since 2008, was given an emotional send-off after racking up 503 Bundesliga appearances and 248 goals for the club. Saturday’s match marked…

Dean Henderson emerged as the headline name in a pulsating FA Cup final at Wembley on Saturday, as Crystal Palace clinched their first-ever major trophy with a dramatic 1-0 win over Manchester City. But despite his match-winning performance — capped by a stunning penalty save — it was a controversial first-half incident that has sparked widespread debate and overshadowed the occasion for some. In the 28th minute, with Palace clinging…

Crystal Palace clinched their first-ever major title with a stunning 1-0 win over Manchester City in the FA Cup final on Saturday.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe, Manchester United co-owner and chairman of the Ineos Group, has suffered a staggering £6.473 billion drop in his personal fortune over the past year, according to the latest edition of the Sunday Times Rich List. The 72-year-old’s net worth has shrunk from £23.519 billion to £17.046 billion, pushing him from fourth to seventh in the annual ranking of the UK’s 350 wealthiest individuals. This dramatic fall represents…

On Saturday, Eberechi Eze will walk out onto the hallowed turf of Wembley Stadium for the FA Cup final, representing Crystal Palace in a clash against Manchester City. It’s a moment that marks the pinnacle of a career shaped by rejection, unwavering determination, and deep faith. Now 26 and a key figure for both Crystal Palace and the England national team, Eze’s path to the top of English football was…

Oscar Piastri led a dominant McLaren 1-2 in the first practice session at the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix, held at the historic Imola circuit. The Australian driver, who has won four of the six Grands Prix so far this season, was fastest, narrowly edging out his teammate Lando Norris by just 0.032 seconds. This session showcased McLaren’s strong pace as they look to extend their lead in the drivers’ and constructors’…

Michail Antonio, West Ham United’s record Premier League goalscorer, recently opened up about his harrowing experience following a near-fatal car crash six months ago. The 35-year-old striker’s journey of physical recovery and mental resilience has inspired many, shedding light on the challenges athletes face beyond the pitch. On a stormy December day, Antonio’s Ferrari skidded off the road and crashed into a tree in Epping Forest. The impact shattered his…