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2025 WAFCON: Ajibade, Nnadozie, Oshoala, 20 others make Super Falcons squad
Super Falcons head coach, Justine Madugu, has named a 24-player squad for the upcoming 13th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), with key stars including team captain Rasheedat Ajibade, goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie, and forwards Francisca Ordega and Asisat Oshoala making the list. According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the squad is set to…
Arsenal complete €65m signing of Martin Zubimendi, says Romano
Arsenal have officially signed Spanish midfield anchor Martín Zubimendi from Real Sociedad in a deal reportedly worth €64–65 million, marking the club’s first signing of the summer transfer window. The transfer was confirmed by Italian football journalist Fabrizio Romano, who announced on his official X (formerly Twitter) account that all paperwork had been completed and…
Salah, Palmer, Rice among nominees for PFA player of the year award
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah leads a six-man shortlist for the Professional Footballers’ Association (PFA) Men’s Player of the Year award, announced on Friday. The 33-year-old Egyptian international was instrumental in Liverpool’s Premier League title-winning campaign last season, registering 29 goals and 18 assists. His stellar performance also earned him the Football Writers’ Association Footballer of…
Messi scores winner as Inter Miami shock Porto at Club World Cup
A Lionel Messi trademark free-kick earned Inter Miami a shock 2-1 comeback win against Porto in the Club World Cup on Thursday. Argentine legend Lionel Messi curled a stunning second-half free-kick into the top corner to seal a surprise win for Inter Miami, boosting their hopes of advancing from Group A in the Club World…
2025/26 Premier League: Man Utd to Kick Off Campaign Against Arsenal
Defending champions Liverpool will launch the 2025/26 Premier League season at Anfield on Friday, August 15, as they host Bournemouth in the first match of the new campaign. The game marks the beginning of Arne Slot’s quest for a record-breaking 21st top-flight title. A blockbuster showdown awaits on Sunday, August 17, as Manchester United welcome…
Relief for Olanrewaju’s family as remains return to Nigeria
The family of late Nigerian boxer Segun “Success” Olanrewaju has expressed relief as his remains are expected to arrive in Nigeria on Tuesday, nearly three months after his tragic passing in Ghana. Olanrewaju’s mother shared that while the exact arrival time is still unknown, the family is comforted by the news that he will finally…
Gattuso named new Italy coach after Spalletti sacking
Gennaro Gattuso was named Italy’s new coach on Sunday and will be tasked with helping the Azzurri qualify for the 2026 World Cup after replacing Luciano Spalletti. Gennaro Gattuso, 47, who was part of Italy’s 2006 World Cup-winning squad and earned 73 caps for the national team, has been named the new head coach of…
Kamaru Usman ends four-year drought with impressive UFC win
After nearly four years without a victory and mounting speculation about his decline, Kamaru Usman made a powerful return to form on Saturday night at UFC Atlanta, delivering a dominant performance that reminded fans why he’s regarded as one of the greatest welterweights in MMA history, according to MMAfighting. Usman didn’t just beat Joaquin Buckley…
UEFA revises ‘Double-Touch’ Penalty rule following Atletico’s controversial UCL exit
UEFA has revised its penalty kick rules following the controversial disqualification of a goal by Atlético Madrid’s Julián Álvarez during a Champions League shootout against Real Madrid in March. Previously, a penalty goal was disallowed if the taker accidentally made contact with the ball using both feet—a “double touch.” Under the new rule, such an…
Pyramids Defeat Sundowns to Claim First-Ever Champions League Title
Pyramids FC secured their first-ever CAF Champions League title after edging Mamelodi Sundowns 2-1 in the second leg of the final at Cairo’s 30 June Stadium on Sunday evening. The 3-2 aggregate victory sparked jubilant celebrations among the Egyptian hosts. The home side took control early, with goals from Fiston Mayele and Ahmed Samy giving…
