Leverkusen, Germany — Nigerian forward Victor Boniface has expressed his joy after marking his return to action with a goal in Bayer Leverkusen’s 3-1 victory over Hoffenheim on Sunday. The 24-year-old striker, who had been sidelined since November due to an injury sustained on international duty, found the back of the net in the 15th…
Zurich, Switzerland— FIFA has partnered with Adidas to introduce the Official Match Ball for the inaugural FIFA Club World Cup. The newly unveiled ball combines a vibrant design with cutting-edge technology, tailored to enhance gameplay during the much-anticipated tournament hosted by the United States. According to FIFA, the ball’s design honors the rich cultural heritage…
Madrid, Spain — Espanyol’s Carlos Romero has acknowledged that his tough challenge on Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe was the only way to contain him. Romero, who secured a late winner for Espanyol, narrowly escaped a red card following the controversial tackle on Mbappe during the match. Reflecting on the incident, Romero stated, “Stopping Mbappe…
Europe — The UEFA Champions League concluded its revamped league phase on January 29, 2025, delivering a night filled with tension, surprises, and decisive battles. Eighteen simultaneous matches shaped the fate of teams across Europe as clubs fought for direct qualification to the Round of 16, play-off spots, or faced elimination. Barcelona cemented their resurgence…
AC Milan has sacked head coach Paulo Fonseca just six months into his tenure, following a string of underwhelming performances that have left the club struggling in Serie A. The announcement came on Monday, a day after Milan’s 1-1 draw with AS Roma at the San Siro. Fonseca, 51, appeared to confirm his dismissal before…
Organizers of the Paris 2024 Olympics have canceled Tuesday’s open water swimming training session due to pollution in the River Seine. This cancellation marks the fifth instance of swim familiarization sessions being called off due to water quality concerns during the Games. Additionally, the men’s race has been postponed by one day. The latest cancellation…
New Zealand triumphed over Fiji with a decisive 47-5 victory in their one-off Test match in San Diego, scoring seven tries to secure the win. The All Blacks, fresh off a hard-fought 2-0 series victory against England at home, introduced six debutants in the match. Centre Billy Proctor started, while scrum-half Noah Hotham, and forwards…
Jude Bellingham has been cleared to play in England’s Euro 2024 quarter-final against Switzerland on Saturday after receiving a one-match suspended ban and a fine for a gesture made during the last-16 victory over Slovakia. The 21-year-old midfielder’s ban is suspended for a year, and he has been fined £25,400 (30,000 euros). UEFA investigated Bellingham’s…
Over 60 weightlifting coaches are currently attending the International Weightlifting Federation Level 2 Coaching Course in Abuja. During the event’s opening, President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee, Engr Habu Gumel, emphasized the significance of the Weightlifting Federation of Nigeria’s preparations for the Paris Games, highlighting the course as a crucial step in the Olympic Solidarity…
World champion Noah Lyles set a new U.S. Olympic trials record by winning the 200m in 19.53 seconds in Oregon. The 26-year-old, who had previously won the 100m trials last weekend, overcame rival Kenny Bednarek by 0.06 seconds to claim victory. Lyles’ time, the fastest 200m recorded in 2024, broke the previous U.S. Olympic trials…
Marseille has named Roberto De Zerbi as their new manager. De Zerbi left Brighton at the end of last season after a two-year stint in the Premier League. The Italian coach has agreed to a three-year contract with Marseille, taking over from Jean-Louis Gasset, who retired at the conclusion of the last campaign. “I had…
Aston Villa has signed Chelsea left-back Ian Maatsen for £35 million. Maatsen, 22, spent the latter part of last season on loan at Borussia Dortmund, where he helped the team reach the Champions League final. Currently with the Netherlands national team at Euro 2024, Maatsen is preparing for their last-16 match against Romania on Tuesday….
CAF President Patrice Motsepe has expressed his strong support for Morocco in hosting what he believes will be the best Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals in history. The biennial tournament is scheduled to take place in Morocco from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026. Motsepe, quoted by CAFonline, stated, “I am confident that…
Paris Saint-Germain’s manager, Luis Enrique, remains optimistic about the team’s future, asserting that they will emerge stronger despite Kylian Mbappé’s imminent departure. Mbappé confirmed his exit from the Ligue 1 champions on Friday, May 10, after a seven-year stint with the club. Addressing the media on Saturday, May 11, Enrique acknowledged Mbappé’s decision to leave…
Nigerian track sensation Tobi Amusan showcased her prowess on Saturday night at the inaugural Jamaica Athletics Invitational held at the National Stadium, clinching victory in the women’s 100m hurdles with a remarkable time of 12.40 seconds, establishing a new world-leading record. Despite trailing behind reigning world champion Jamaican Danielle Williams and American Nia Ali for…
Manchester City’s Phil Foden and Chelsea’s Cole Palmer headline the list of nominees for the Premier League Young Player of the Year award. The announcement, made on Thursday morning, showcases a fiercely competitive lineup, with Foden and Palmer emerging as standout contenders in the category. Joining them are six other talented players, including Arsenal’s Bukayo…
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah has alluded to tensions with manager Jurgen Klopp, hinting that discussing the matter further would only exacerbate controversy. The incident unfolded during Liverpool’s 2-2 draw against West Ham, where Salah and Klopp appeared to clash on the touchline as Salah prepared to enter the pitch as a substitute in the 79th…
The UEFA Women’s Champions League has seen Barcelona, Chelsea, Lyon, and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) emerge as the contenders for the semi-final stage. In the upcoming fixtures slated for the final weekends of April, Barcelona is set to square off against Chelsea, while Lyon will go head-to-head with PSG. As announced by UEFA on its official…
In the aftermath of a challenging friendly match against the Eagles of Mali, Nigerian winger Moses Simon has undergone a triumphant surgery on his fractured left leg, as reported by DNEWSINFO. The incident occurred during Nigeria’s recent 2-0 defeat, where Simon collided with Mali’s goalkeeper Mamadou Samassa, leading to his premature exit from the field…
In a compelling exhibition match held in Marrakech, Morocco, on Friday, the Nigerian national football team secured a 2-1 triumph against their Ghanaian counterparts. Amidst the FIFA international break, the neighboring West African nations seized the opportunity to engage in a showdown on the pitch. From the onset, the Super Eagles asserted their dominance, seizing…
Otto Addo, the head coach of Ghana’s Black Stars, asserts his team’s preparedness to outmaneuver the Super Eagles of Nigeria in an upcoming friendly encounter. Scheduled to unfold at the Grand Stade de Marrakech, today’s clash between Ghana and Nigeria promises to be a fiercely contested affair, fueled by the historical rivalry between the two…
Fulham’s winger, Alex Iwobi, underscores the significance of Nigeria emerging victorious over long-standing adversaries Ghana in their imminent friendly. Set to unfold at the Grande Stade de Marrakech this Friday, the clash between the Super Eagles and the Black Stars holds immense anticipation. Ghana thwarted Nigeria’s aspirations for a berth in the 2022 FIFA World…
In an exclusive report by esteemed football transfer specialist, Fabrizio Romano, Manchester City has finalized the acquisition of the promising 15-year-old winger, Timeo Whisker. As revealed via his official X account (formerly Twitter) on Wednesday evening, Romano shared the breaking news, stating, “Manchester City has sealed the deal to acquire the 15-year-old talented winger Timeo…
Manchester United’s rising star, 18-year-old Kobbie Mainoo, has received his first call-up to the England squad for their upcoming friendly matches against Brazil and Belgium. Mainoo, who has made a significant impact in his breakthrough season with United, has been a standout performer in central midfield with 20 impressive appearances. This promotion to the senior…
Fenerbahce’s defensive ace, Bright Osayi-Samuel, finds himself embroiled in controversy as he risks a staggering 10-game ban following his involvement in the post-match chaos that marred the club’s triumphant away fixture against Trabzonspor last weekend. The altercation ensued when Osayi-Samuel became entangled in a skirmish with irate home supporters who stormed the field following the…
Arsenal officially announced on Monday the temporary departure of their goalkeeper, Brian Okonkwo, as he embarks on a work experience loan journey with Cheshunt FC in the Isthmian Premier League until the season’s conclusion. In a statement released on their official website, the Premier League giants confirmed the loan arrangement. Okonkwo, who became part of…
The English Premier League has sanctioned Nottingham Forest, with a deduction of four points due to breaches in financial regulations, announced on Monday. This ruling plunges the club into the relegation zone. The Premier League disclosed in a formal statement that Forest admitted to contravening the Profitability and Sustainability Rules (PSR), surpassing the £61 million…
The eagerly awaited grand finale of the fifth edition of the Dolphin Swimming Tournament is set to take center stage on Saturday, March 16, at Grange School, Ikeja Lagos, marking the pinnacle of this prestigious event. Renowned as one of the nation’s premier school swimming competitions, the tournament serves as a catalyst for nurturing swimming…
MTN Nigeria Communications Limited unveiled its collaboration with the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) to distribute vital weather and climate data to farmers across Nigeria. This strategic partnership, announced by NiMet, follows the formalization of a Memorandum of Understanding in February 2024 between NiMet and Tomorrow.io, a prominent weather intelligence firm headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, USA,…
In a pre-match press conference before Manchester City’s FA Cup quarter-final fixture against Newcastle United, manager Pep Guardiola hailed Real Madrid as an ‘exceptional’ force in the Champions League. Guardiola emphasized the formidable challenge posed by the La Liga leaders, acknowledging their seasoned experience in the competition. As both teams gear up to clash in…
