Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has praised the team’s focus and determination as they prepare for two must-win matches in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign. Nigeria will host Rwanda at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium on Saturday in a high-stakes encounter before travelling to South Africa for another crucial clash three days later. Speaking to NFF TV, Troost-Ekong expressed confidence in the team’s mindset going into the decisive…

Bayelsa Queens of Nigeria will contest the final of the WAFU B Women’s Champions League after overcoming USFA of Burkina Faso 2-1 in a tense semi-final encounter on Tuesday night in Abidjan. The Nigerian champions, led by head coach Whyte Ogbonda, showed resilience and composure after falling behind early, booking a place in Friday’s final where they will meet hosts ASEC Mimosas of Côte d’Ivoire. The showpiece is scheduled for…

By Boluwatife Kehinde Defending Premier League champions Liverpool left it late at Anfield to secure a hard-fought 1-0 win over Arsenal, preserving their perfect start to the season thanks to a stunning strike from Dominik Szoboszlai. Arsenal suffered an early setback when William Saliba limped off just four minutes in, with Cristhian Mosquera coming on for only his second appearance in red and white. Despite the disruption, the visitors looked…

By Boluwatife Kehinde Alejandro Garnacho completed a sensational move to Chelsea, signing a seven-year deal that will keep him at Stamford Bridge until 2032. The 21-year-old winger arrived at Chelsea’s training ground on Friday after the Blues agreed a £40 million ($54m) fee with Manchester United. The two Premier League rivals finalised the agreement on Thursday. Garnacho expressed his delight at the transfer, citing Chelsea’s recent FIFA Club World Cup…

By Boluwatife Kehinde Manchester United ended their winless Premier League run after Ruben Amorim guided his side to a dramatic 3-2 victory over newly promoted Burnley at Old Trafford on Saturday evening. The result brought relief following two league games without a win and a shock Carabao Cup exit to Grimsby Town in midweek. United started brightly and benefited from good fortune when Burnley midfielder Josh Cullen turned the ball…

By Boluwatife Kehinde Tobi Amusan, the women’s 100m hurdles world record holder, has withdrawn from the Diamond League final in Zurich. The event, which marks the climax of the 2023 Diamond League season, began on Wednesday and concludes today, Thursday. READ ALSO: Tobi Amusan breaks silence on doping scandal in new documentary Amusan recently endured a difficult outing in Lausanne, finishing fifth with a time of 12.82 seconds. Despite this setback,…

Manchester United suffered an embarrassing League Cup exit to fourth-tier Grimsby on Wednesday, losing 12-11 in a marathon penalty shootout after a 2-2 draw. League Two side Grimsby led 2-0 with just 15 minutes to play thanks to goals from Charles Vernam and Tyrell Warren. Bryan Mbeumo had sparked a late rally from the Red Devils with his first goal for the club, but the Cameroonian missed the decisive spot-kick…

By Boluwatife Kehinde  Morocco is set to face Madagascar in the much-anticipated final of the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN). The showdown, marking the tournament’s eighth edition, will take place on Saturday in Nairobi after both teams successfully navigated their semi-final clashes on Tuesday. Over the past three weeks, the tournament—jointly hosted by Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda—has delivered thrilling encounters and unforgettable moments. READ ALSO: Libya pulls out of CHAN 2024…

By Boluwatife Kehinde  Nigeria’s first-choice goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, has sustained an injury while playing for his club, Chippa United, just weeks before the decisive World Cup qualifiers. The 29-year-old was stretchered off during the first half of Tuesday’s league clash against Richards Bay, in visible pain and unable to continue. READ ALSO: Lawal backs Eagles squad to beat Rwanda, South Africa The extent of the injury is yet to be confirmed,…

By Boluwatife Kehinde  ‎Anthony Gordon has issued an apology to his Newcastle United teammates, fans, and Liverpool’s Virgil van Dijk following his red card during the Monday match against the Reds. ‎The 24-year-old winger received a booking in the first 47 minutes for a challenging tackle on the Dutch defender and Liverpool’s captain, which will render him ineligible to participate in the upcoming fixture against Leeds United. ‎The repercussions of…

Angela Mortimer-Barrett, the former Wimbledon champion and three-time grand slam winner, has died at the age of 93. Mortimer-Barrett captured the Wimbledon ladies’ singles title in 1961, defeating fellow Briton Christine Truman, three years after losing her first final to Althea Gibson. She also won the French Championships in 1955 and the Australian Championships in 1958. In doubles, she triumphed at Wimbledon in 1955 alongside Anne Shilcock, beating Shirley Bloomer…

By: Boluwatife Kehinde  Morocco and Senegal are gearing up for a highly anticipated clash in the semifinals of the African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024, taking place in the vibrant city of Kampala, Uganda. This matchup marks the first time these two powerhouse teams will face each other in this prestigious tournament, with a coveted spot in the final up for grabs. This match is noteworthy as it features the reigning…