Eymael Confirms Rift Between Chippa United and Captain Nwabali
Port Elizabeth, South Africa — Chippa United head coach, Luc Eymael, has confirmed that all is not well between the club and captain Stanley Nwabali, fueling fresh speculation about the…
Shaibu hails NNL, Betpawa partnership
The Director-General, National Institute for Sports (NIS), Mr Philip Shaibu, says that the partnership between BetPawa and the Nigeria National League (NNL) will uplift and motivate players.
Golden Eaglets Storm into WAFU B U-17 Semi-Finals with 4-1 Win over Benin
Accra, Ghana — The Golden Eaglets of Nigeria have secured a place in the semi-finals of the 2025 WAFU B U-17 Championship following a convincing 4-1 victory over Benin Republic…
Osimhen determined to face Liverpool despite injury concerns
Istanbul, Turkey — Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has vowed to feature in next Tuesday’s UEFA Champions League clash against Liverpool, despite nursing an ankle injury.
PSG’s Ousmane Dembélé Wins First Ballon d’Or After Treble-Winning Season
Paris – Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembélé has won the prestigious Ballon d’Or for the first time in his career, capping off a remarkable season in which he fired the…
Handball: Nigeria defeat Algeria 29-28 to finish 5th in championship
Abuja, Sept. 21, 2025 (NAN) The Nigeria’s Women’s Under-18 Handball team narrowly defeated host Algeria 29-28 to finish in the fifth position at the ongoing 2025 Africa Women’s Youth Handball…
Nader Stuns Field to Win 1500m Gold at World Championships
Tokyo, Japan – In a 1500m final that proved slower and more tactical than the last two editions, Portugal’s Nader produced a perfectly timed sprint finish to claim gold at…
Raducanu in Tears at Korea Open After Skipping Billie Jean King Cup Duties
Seoul, South Korea – Emma Raducanu broke down in tears during her opening set at the Korea Open after choosing to compete in Seoul rather than represent Great Britain in…
World Athletics Warns Jeremiah Azu Over ‘100% Jesus’ Headband
British sprinter Jeremiah Azu has come under criticism after wearing a headband inscribed with the words “100% Jesus” during his appearance at the ongoing World Athletics Championships in Tokyo.
AFN Assures Amusan of $20,000 HiRacer Reward After World Championships Silver
Tokyo, Japan – President of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), Chief Tonobok Okowa, has confirmed that sportswear sponsor HiRacer will honour its $20,000 cash pledge to Nigeria’s star hurdler,…