Sports News Today Headlines Saturday 18th October 2025
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target=_blank>Slot and Amorim under scrutiny in Liverpool-Man Utd showdown
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has to find solutions after three consecutive defeats for the Premier League champions, but Sunday’s meeting with Manchester United is arguably even more important for Ruben Amorim.
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target=_blank>WCQ playoffs: Should Okoye return worry erratic Nwabali?
Super Eagles goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye, is poised to make his long-awaited return to the Udinese squad after serving a two-month suspension for betting-related offences.
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target=_blank>Super Eagles: From strugglers to W/C playoffs
By Onyekwelu Chukwuemeka The Super Eagles’ early World Cup qualifiers were filled with tension, missed chances, and disappointing results. Many fans began to lose faith in their national team, questioning the team’s strength. But in a dramatic turnaround, The Eagles found their wings again securing back-to-back victories against Lesotho and Benin and that has sparked a new
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target=_blank>CAF W/Cup Playoffs: Nigerians demand consistency from Super Eagles
By Peculiar Oke, Prince Ehidiamhen, Ezeani Chukwuebuka and Onyekwelu Emmanuel Nigerians have been speaking on their hopes for Super-Eagles as they continue their search for the much coveted ticket to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Sports Vanguard went to town to seek the opinions of football fans on what the team should do to win
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target=_blank>Golf: We can compete with the best in the world – Onoshakpor
By Jacob Ajom As the 2025 6 Division Python Open Golf tournament, holding at the Python International Golf Club, Port Harcourt nears the climax, the Chairman of the Planning Committee, Dr Raphael Onoshakpor after witnessing the performances of participants has expressed satisfaction with the tournament, which has caddies, veterans, amateurs and professionals in action. According to
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target=_blank>Full list of teams through to intercontinental playoffs as Nigeria, others eye final spots
As the race to the 2026 FIFA World Cup intensifies, several countries have already secured their place in the intercontinental playoffs, while others across different confederations still have all to play for.
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target=_blank>Full list of nominees for CAF Awards 2025 unveiled
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced the complete list of nominees for the 2025 CAF Awards, set to take place later this year.
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target=_blank>Amorim pushes for sense of urgency despite club’s backing
Amorim is approaching a year in the Old Trafford hotseat and is yet to win back-to-back Premier League games.
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target=_blank>FIFA ranking: Super Eagles back in Africa’s top 5, rise to 41st in world
Nigeria has made a notable leap in the latest FIFA world rankings, climbing four places from 45th to 41st globally and securing the fifth spot in Africa.
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target=_blank>I have ‘unfinished business’ at Man City – Guardiola
Pep Guardiola says Manchester City are heading in the right direction after a significant rebuild, vowing he still has “unfinished business” at the Etihad, nine years into his reign.
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target=_blank>Serie A: AS Roma boss, Juric urges Lookman to maintain positive attitude
Atalanta head coach Ivan Juric hopes Ademola Lookman will maintain the right attitude after failing to secure a move away from the club in the summer. Lookman was eager to join Inter Milan during the transfer window, but Atalanta rejected two bids from the Nerazzurri. The Nigeria international submitted a transfer request in an attempt
Serie A: AS Roma boss, Juric urges Lookman to maintain positive attitude
target=_blank>CAFCL: Remo Stars determined to make history in Champions League – Conde
Remo Stars coach, Tiago Conde, has expressed the team’s determination to secure qualification to the group stage of the CAF Champions League. The Sky Blue Stars will face South African giants Mamelodi Sundowns in the second round first leg tie at the MKO Abiola Sports Arena, Abeokuta on Sunday. Conde admitted that the encounter will
CAFCL: Remo Stars determined to make history in Champions League – Conde
target=_blank>2026 WCQ: I never fake care – Nwabali tells Osimhen amid clash with Bassey, Ndidi
Super Eagles goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, has posted a cryptic message on Instagram directed at Victor Osimhen. It comes just days after a tense on-field clash involving Nwabali, Wilfred Ndidi and Calvin Bassey during Nigeria’s 4-0 win over Benin Republic in a 2026 World Cup qualifier. Osimhen scored a hat-trick as the three-time African champions made
2026 WCQ: I never fake care – Nwabali tells Osimhen amid clash with Bassey, Ndidi
target=_blank>EPL: 4 fixtures we could see shock results this weekend
The Premier League returns this weekend after the October international break. The Premier League top match of this weekend is the clash between Liverpool and Manchester United. Arne Slot’s side will tackle the Red Devils at Anfield on Sunday evening. So, which other matches are fans likely to see shock results in this weekend? 1.
EPL: 4 fixtures we could see shock results this weekend
target=_blank>Super Falcons coach, Madugu to sign two-year contract
Super Falcons head coach, Justine Madugu has been offered a two-year contract by the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, DAILY POST reports. The contract will confirm Madugu’s status as substantive head coach of the multiple African champions. Madugu assumed the role on interim basis following the resignation of the former handler of the team Randy Waldrum
Super Falcons coach, Madugu to sign two-year contract
target=_blank>2026 WCQ: Super Eagles must not qualify – South Africa Sports Minister, McKenzie
South Africa’s Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, has admitted he does not want the Super Eagles to qualify for the 2026 World Cup. McKenzie was reacting to Nigeria’s role in his country’s complicated qualifying journey. Bafana Bafana were deducted three points and three goals for fielding an ineligible player against Lesotho. Nigeria
2026 WCQ: Super Eagles must not qualify – South Africa Sports Minister, McKenzie
target=_blank>Yamal enters list of top 10 highest-paid footballers, Ronaldo still number one
Barcelona youngster, Lamine Yamal, has entered the list of top 10 players in the world for 2025. Yamal becomes the first 18-year-old footballer to enter Forbes’ list in 22 years. The Spain international has an expected earnings of $43m, after recently signing a 10-year contract. However, Al Nassr superstar Cristiano Ronaldo is still ranked the
Yamal enters list of top 10 highest-paid footballers, Ronaldo still number one
target=_blank>Turkey: Ndidi named Besiktas’ new vice-captain
Turkish Super Lig side Beşiktaş have confirmed the appointment of Wilfred Ndidi as their new vice-captain. The Black Eagles made the announcement on their official website on Friday. Orkun Kökçü will also assume the role of team captain. Ndidi joined Beşiktaş from Sky Bet Championship club Leicester City in the summer. The 28-year-old has made
Turkey: Ndidi named Besiktas’ new vice-captain
target=_blank>EPL: Chris Sutton predicts Liverpool vs Man Utd, Nottingham against Chelsea, others
Former Chelsea player Chris Sutton has shared his predictions for this weekend’s Premier League fixtures. Nottingham Forest will host Chelsea on Saturday afternoon, while Fulham take on Arsenal. Manchester City face Everton at home, and Manchester United travel to Anfield to meet Liverpool on Sunday. Tottenham Hotspur will battle Aston Villa, while Brighton face Newcastle
EPL: Chris Sutton predicts Liverpool vs Man Utd, Nottingham against Chelsea, others
target=_blank>Four clubs gain promotion to NWFL Championship
Four teams have secured promotion to the Nigeria Women’s Football League Championship for next season. The teams are Rangers Women FC, C2E Sports Academy, Rosaria Victrix, and Solo Wonders. Rangers Women FC defeated Plateau Queens 1-0 in the final group game of the competition, while C2E Sports Academy edged out Osklean to confirm their promotion.
Four clubs gain promotion to NWFL Championship
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