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…

By Boluwatife Kehinde Rasheedat Ajibade, the captain of Nigeria’s Super Falcons, has signed a two-year contract with Paris Saint-Germain Féminin, with an option for an extension. This decision marks Ajibade’s departure from Atlético Madrid, where she spent a successful period. The 25-year-old forward has been a free agent since parting ways with Atlético Madrid in June, during which time she garnered interest from various clubs across Europe and the National…

By: Boluwatife Kehinde  Nigeria’s men’s basketball team, D’Tigers, ended their 2025 FIBA AfroBasket campaign with a respectable fifth-place finish, demonstrating resilience, teamwork, and flashes of brilliance throughout the tournament. They closed out the competition with three wins and one defeat. The team opened their campaign with a convincing 76–59 victory over Madagascar, setting an encouraging tone for the rest of the tournament. READ ALSO: One-armed basketball player makes women’s Division III…

‎The Bayelsa Queens, reigning champions of the Nigeria Women’s Football League, secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Ghana’s Police Ladies FC at the Charles Konan Banny Stadium. This match represented a competitive encounter between two West African rivals. ‎ ‎The Prosperity Girls, who recently triumphed in the 2024/25 NWFL season by defeating Naija Ratels 4-1 in the final round of the Super Six playoffs, commenced their campaign in the West…

By Boluwatife Kehinde  In an exhilarating encounter at Craven Cottage, Fulham managed to secure a dramatic 1-1 draw against Manchester United, dashing the Red Devils’ hopes for a full three points just minutes before the final whistle. The match seemed poised to hand Ruben Amorim’s side their first victory of the season when Emile Smith Rowe scored a late equaliser, finding the back of the net just three minutes before…

By Boluwatife Kehinde  Super Eagles forward and Bayer Leverkusen striker Victor Boniface has returned to Germany after complications emerged during his medical examinations, delaying his anticipated move to AC Milan. The 24-year-old underwent extensive medical tests at the La Madonnina Clinic and Galeazzi Hospital in Milan over the past 48 hours, leaving doubts over the Serie A switch. READ ALSO: Victor Boniface crashes TikTok live, ladies fail to recognise him The…

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B‎y Boluwatife Kehinde ‎In the of Spirit Ramotada, Barcelona celebrated a dramatic comeback victory against Levante, winning 3-2 and solidifying their perfect start to the season. ‎The first half was dominated by Levante, who displayed impressive control and attacking prowess. Iván Romero opened the scoring early in the match, netting a well-placed shot that caught Barcelona’s defense off guard. José Luis Morales soon followed suit, doubling Levante’s lead with a…

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has revealed that star midfielder Cole Palmer was left out of the squad for their emphatic 5-1 victory over West Ham United on Friday night due to a groin issue. Palmer, who has been instrumental for the Blues, was notably absent from the matchday lineup at the London Stadium as Chelsea secured their first Premier League win of the season. Speaking after the match, Maresca explained…

By Boluwatife Kehinde The 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, kicked off with a familiar rivalry as Remo Stars and Rivers United played out a 1-1 draw in the season opener. The M.K.O. Abiola Sports Complex, temporary home to the Ikenne-based Remo Stars, hosted a lively encounter as both sides found the net in the first half. READ ALSO: NPFL sets August 22 for kickoff of 2025/2026 season Aniekeme Okon gave…