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D’Tigress bounce back to beat China 88-77
Nigeria’s D’Tigress have bounced back from two successive defeats to China with an impressive 88-77 victory over the hosts in their final exhibition game in Foshan, Guangdong Province. The reigning African champions dominated from the opening quarter, taking a 32-17 lead before extending the advantage to 58-29 at halftime. China mounted a comeback after the break, but D’Tigress held their ground to…
PSG beat Aston Villa 2-1 to retain UEFA Super Cup
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) have retained the UEFA Super Cup after defeating Europa League winners Aston Villa 2-1in Salzburg, Austria. Champions League winners PSG took the lead through Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, before Aston Villa teenager Brian Madjo scored on his debut to level the game. Desire Doue restored PSG’s advantage to seal victory and hand the French champions their second consecutive UEFA Super Cup title….
Cristiano Ronaldo marries longtime partner Georgina Rodríguez in Portugal
Football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has married his longtime partner, model and influencer Georgina Rodríguez, in a private civil ceremony in Portugal. Ronaldo shared a photo on Instagram showing two hands wearing wedding rings, believed to be his and Rodríguez’s, alongside a message celebrating their union. Portuguese media reports that the couple got married on August…
Osimhen, Onuachu face new challengers in Super Lig Golden Boot race
The 2026/27 Turkish Super Lig season is set for an exciting Golden Boot battle, with Nigerian stars Victor Osimhen and Paul Onuachu facing strong competition from some of Europe’s biggest names. Osimhen, who claimed the 2024/25 Golden Boot with 26 league goals, remains one of the favourites after another impressive campaign with Galatasaray. Despite injury…
Katsina United Player Ozor Chinedu reportedly alive, receiving treatment
Katsina United player Ozor Chinedu has reportedly been found alive after he was initially declared dead following a collapse during a pre-season friendly against Niger Tornadoes. According to reports, Chinedu was taken to a mortuary after the medical emergency. However, his hands were reportedly noticed shaking while he was at the facility, prompting officials to…
Katsina United Player Ozoh Chinedu dies during pre-season match
Katsina United FC has announced the death of its newly signed player, Ozoh Chinedu, who reportedly died after suffering a medical emergency during a pre-season friendly against Niger Tornadoes on Tuesday. The match was played at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium, Katsina, as both teams prepared for the new football season. Ozoh was immediately rushed to…
Somali Referee to officiate UEFA Super Cup after missing World Cup
Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan will officiate the UEFA Super Cup between Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa on Wednesday, after being denied entry into the United States and missing the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 34-year-old referee was reportedly turned away at Miami International Airport despite being selected by FIFA for the World Cup. Artan…
D’Tigress seek China win in final World Cup warm-up
Nigeria’s D’Tigress will face China in their final warm-up game on Wednesday as they continue preparations for the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup. The reigning African champions have suffered two narrow defeats to the hosts, losing 70-67 in the opening game before falling 69-65 in the second encounter. Guard Ezinne Kalu, who scored 13 points in the latest defeat, believes…
Oghenegaren Esiovwa-Thompson makes history with Commonwealth fencing gold
Sixteen-year-old Nigerian fencer Oghenegaren Esiovwa-Thompson has made history after becoming the first Nigerian to win a gold medal at the Commonwealth Fencing Championships. Esiovwa-Thompson achieved the feat in the men’s U-23 epee event at Rugby School Nigeria in Atlantic City, Lagos, where he produced a dominant performance to defeat India’s Asian champion, Lokesh Vemani, 15–5 in Sunday’s final. The victory…
Super Falcons’ World Cup dream is still alive!
Nigeria face South Africa on Thursday, August 13, with a crucial victory needed to keep their 2027 World Cup hopes alive. A win would send the Super Eagles into the FIFA Intercontinental Play-Off Tournament, where 10 teams from six confederations will battle for three World Cup spots. 📅 Phase 1: November–December 2026📅 Phase 2: February 2027 The route is…
