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target=_blank>US Open my favourite Slam, says Sabalenka ahead of title defence
World number one Aryna Sabalenka believes she is ready to hit her peak as she prepares to launch the defence of her US Open crown after a tumultuous season of near-misses.
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target=_blank>Marseille plunged into early-season crisis after dressing room bust-up
A crisis is never far away at Marseille but the speed at which things have unravelled for the French giants at the start of this season is unprecedented.
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target=_blank>‘What kind of nation is this?’ — Taribo West laments treatment of late Rufai
“Could you imagine that the family would be crying just to solicit in within our groups to ask for money? That is madness. Look, please let me go. I don’t want to pour my heart,” he stated.
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target=_blank>Father of NBA star Jaylen Brown arrested over Las Vegas stabbing
The father of Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown is facing an attempted murder charge after allegedly stabbing a man in a parking lot altercation in Las Vegas, authorities and US media said Thursday.
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target=_blank>LaLiga: Alonso’s Real Madrid look for more fluidity on trip to Oviedo
After winning without convincing against Osasuna in their opening match of the season in La Liga, Xabi Alonso’s Real Madrid head to Real Oviedo on Sunday for what will be a gala occasion for the newly-promoted side.
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target=_blank>Rested but rusty Djokovic plots US Open ambush
Novak Djokovic hopes a selective approach to his scheduling will give him the best chance to win the US Open in his unrelenting pursuit of a record 25th Grand Slam.
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target=_blank>World Cup Qualifiers: Bafana Bafana coach name provisional squad for Nigeria, Lesotho
The South Africa Football Association (SAFA), is not leaving any stone unturned as they prepare for two crucial World Cup Qualifiers next month, first against the Crocodiles of Lesotho and then against the Super Eagles of Nigeria.
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target=_blank>Palace’s Eze on verge of Arsenal move as he misses European tie
The 27-year-old attacking midfielder may now miss out on a final farewell to the Selhurst Park faithful for whom he is a hero after scoring the winning goal in Palace’s FA Cup final triumph over Manchester City at Wembley in May — the first time the south London club had lifted a major trophy.
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target=_blank>Dominant Marquez eager to try something new as MotoGP returns to Hungary
MotoGP returns to Hungary for the first time in 33 years, presenting riders with the challenge of mastering an unfamiliar track — although Ducati gained an edge on their rivals with an unofficial test.
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target=_blank>Alcaraz, Djokovic on US Open collision course – Report
Carlos Alcaraz was put on a US Open collision course with Novak Djokovic on Thursday as the draw for the men’s and women’s singles tournaments were revealed.
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target=_blank>Ballon d’Or 2025: He deserves it – Dembele’s France team-mate backs Yamal to win award
Ousmane Dembele’s France international team-mate, Jules Kounde, has backed his Barcelona team-mate Lamine Yamal to win the 2025 Ballon d’Or. Kounde said that Yamal, who is expected to compete with Dembele, deserves the Ballon d’Or. Both Yamal and Dembele are among the 30 nominees shortlisted for the Ballon d’Or. “Lamine Yamal for the Ballon d’Or?
Ballon d’Or 2025: He deserves it – Dembele’s France team-mate backs Yamal to win award
target=_blank>I don’t want my son to ever visit Nigeria – Ex-Super Eagles defender, Taribo West
Former Super Eagles defender, Taribo West, has said he would never advise his son to visit Nigeria. West, in an interview with News Central, hit out at the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF and Lagos State Government for abandoning the family of late goalkeeper, Peter Rufai. Speaking at Rufai’s burial, he described it as the neglect
I don’t want my son to ever visit Nigeria – Ex-Super Eagles defender, Taribo West
target=_blank>NPFL: Chigozie reveals Bendel Insurance target for new season
Bendel Insurance defender, Dennis Chigozie says that the target of the club is to win the 2025-26 Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL title. The Benin Arsenals failed to secure a place on the continent last season. Chigozie says that their shortfall in the last campaign will reignite their desire in the new season. “Last season,
NPFL: Chigozie reveals Bendel Insurance target for new season
target=_blank>Transfer: Man Utd blocked me from leaving this summer – Maguire
Manchester United defender, Harry Maguire, has claimed the Premier League club blocked his exit this summer. According to Maguire, several clubs were intested in signing him, but United refused to entertain any offers. “I am almost certain that Man United made it clear this summer that I could not leave under any circumstances,” he said.
Transfer: Man Utd blocked me from leaving this summer – Maguire
target=_blank>EPL: Eddie Howe speaks on Isak playing in Newcastle vs Liverpool clash
Newcastle United manager, Eddie Howe, has confirmed that Alexander Isak will not face Liverpool in their Premier League clash on Monday night. Isak has not played for the Magpies since the end of last season, as he has effectively gone on strike in a bid to force a move to the champions. Ahead of the
EPL: Eddie Howe speaks on Isak playing in Newcastle vs Liverpool clash
target=_blank>Transfer: Lookman contacts five EPL clubs
Atalanta forward, Ademola Lookman has reached out to five Premier League clubs after his potential move to Inter Milan collapsed. According to TBR Football, Lookman’s representatives have held conversations with Chelsea, Arsenal, Manchester City, Aston Villa and Tottenham in recent days as they desperately seek a move away from Atalanta. The Nigeria international recently returned
Transfer: Lookman contacts five EPL clubs
target=_blank>Transfer: Fulham track Nigerian striker, Otele
Fulham are targeting a move for Basel winger Philip Otele, DAILY POST reports. According to GMS, Fulham had their scouts in attendance during Basel’s UEFA Champions League playoff tie against Danish club, Copenhagen on Tuesday. The Premier League club are now considering whether to place a formal offer. Marco Silva’s side, however, face competition from
Transfer: Fulham track Nigerian striker, Otele
target=_blank>NPFL: Rivers United coach Finidi optimistic of opening day win over Remo Stars
Rivers United head coach, Finidi George is targeting a positive start to the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, season, DAILY POST reports. The Port Harcourt club will take on defending champions Remo Stars in the opening fixture of the season on Friday (today). The highly anticipated matchday one encounter will hold at the MKO
NPFL: Rivers United coach Finidi optimistic of opening day win over Remo Stars
target=_blank>UEFA Conference League play-off: Results of Thursday’s games
2025/26 Conference League play-off first-leg fixtures were played on Thursday night. DAILY POST brings you the results of all the games. Crystal Palace defeated Fredrikstad FK 1-0, thanks to a second half goal from Jean-Philippe Mateta. DAILY POST reports that the Conference League play-off second-leg fixtures will take place next Thursday. Here is the results
UEFA Conference League play-off: Results of Thursday’s games
target=_blank>Everyone would watch’ – Evra predicts Ronaldo vs Messi World Cup final
Former Manchester United defender, Patrice Evra, has predicted a World Cup final between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. It means the World Cup final game would be played between Portugal and Argentina. Messi and Ronaldo are still respected as best players in the game despite being in the twilight of their careers. They now play
Everyone would watch’ – Evra predicts Ronaldo vs Messi World Cup final
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