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Mikel Obi Backs Arsenal to Win Premier League as Shearer Highlights Gunners’ Strengths
John Mikel Obi, a former captain of the Super Eagles, has predicted that Arsenal will win the Premier League this year because Mikel Arteta's team now has the best team in Europe and the will to succeed.
With a four-point lead at the top…
Super Falcons Coach Madugu: “We’re Taking Nothing for Granted Against Benin”
When the Super Falcons play the Amazons of Benin Republic in Tuesday's 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations qualifier in Abeokuta, head coach Justine Madugu believes his squad will remain focused and not let their first-leg advantage get to…
Rivers Hoopers Kick Off Title Defence Against Hoops & Read as NBPL Final Eight Begins
The stage is set in Port Harcourt as the reigning champions Rivers Hoopers take on Hoops & Read to start their quest for a third consecutive Nigeria Basketball Premier League (NBPL) championship.
The top eight teams in the nation…
Mamelodi Sundowns Outshine Remo Stars to Qualify for CAF Champions League Group Stage
Mamelodi Sundowns defeated Nigeria's Remo Stars 7-1 on aggregate to easily advance to the CAF Champions League group stage.
In the second leg on Sunday at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria, South Africa, Mamelodi Sundowns won 2-0 to…
Flamingos Coach Urges Nigeria to Bounce Back After Second U-17 Women’s World Cup Defeat
Bankole Olowookere, the head coach of Nigeria's U-17 women's team, has urged the Flamingos to remain resilient and show character after their 1-0 defeat against France left their chances of qualifying for the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in…
2026 World Cup Qualifiers: Nigeria’s Super Eagles Face Crucial Playoff Challenge
On borrowed time, the Super Eagles of Nigeria, three-time African champions, enter the last stages of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification campaign.
With 17 points, Nigeria is in second place in Group C, one point behind South…
Wilfred Ndidi Scores as Besiktas Beat Konyaspor
At the Konya Buyuksehir Belediye Stadium on Wednesday night, Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi scored his first goal for Besiktas, assisting the Turkish powerhouses in defeating Konyaspor 2-0 in their Super Lig match.
According to…
Osimhen Targets Galatasaray Record in Champions League Clash with Bodo/Glimt
As the Turkish champions are ready to host Bodo/Glimt in Wednesday's Champions League match, Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen is almost certain to make history.
Osimhen needs just one more goal to become the first player from…
La Liga President Javier Tebas Blasts Decision to Cancel Barcelona vs Villarreal Miami Match
Javier Tebas, the president of La Liga, has blasted the "provincial mindset" that caused the highly anticipated Barcelona vs. Villarreal game in Miami to be canceled.
It was intended to be the first-ever European Premier League match to…
Lagos Gymfest Championship to Host Over 300 Young Gymnasts
At least 300 gymnasts are expected to compete in the Gymfest Gymnastics Championship's second edition, which will take place in Lagos on November 1.
The eagerly awaited competition, which will include contestants ranging from pre-level 1…