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target=_blank>Man City’s Khusanov signs new five-year contract
Khusanov helped City win the FA Cup and League Cup last season, as well as finishing second in the Premier League.
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target=_blank>After stellar World Cup, Cape Verde goalkeeper to join Chilean club
The goalie, whose full name is Josimar Jose Evora Dias, will move to Chile from Chaves of the Portuguese second division.
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target=_blank>SEGUN ODEGBAMI: The 2026 World Cup – my take!
That the Super Eagles were not a part of an event that gripped the attention of the whole world for a period of 6 weeks was a nightmare Nigerians must wake up from.
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target=_blank>Proposed AJ vs Itauma mega fight can surpass Rumble in the Jungle – Oboh
The proposed bout is envisioned to happen in Lagos as a means of bringing home the two Anglo-British fighters whose roots are in Nigeria.
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target=_blank>NFF elective congress entangled in legal cobwebs
It is one week since the curtains fell on the 2026 FIFA World Cup in New York. Spain deservedly carted away the gold trophy at the expense of a conservative Argentina side. The better side won effortlessly as good football prevailed.
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target=_blank>Commonwealth Games: Can Ajayi end Nigeria’s 96 years jinx in men’s 100m in Glasgow?
Athletics historians can’t wait for a better opportunity than now to believe Nigeria is on the verge of winning one of the most elusive gold medals in our sports history. Despite a rich avalanche of great sprinters, a men’s 100m gold medal at the Commonwealth Games has been embarrassingly elusive.
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target=_blank>Guardiola turns down Italy job for family reasons
Former Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has reportedly declined the opportunity to become the new head coach of the Italian national team, citing family reasons.
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target=_blank>Tyson Fury sets up potential Anthony Joshua clash with dominant TKO victory
Tyson Fury edged closer to a blockbuster heavyweight clash with Anthony Joshua after defeating Poland’s Mariusz Wach by technical knock-out on Friday, but said he was “not convinced” his fellow Briton would face him.
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target=_blank>Commonwealth Games 2026: Nigeria defeat Cayman Islands in men’s 3×3 basketball opener
Team Nigeria kicked off their men’s 3×3 basketball campaign at the 2026 Commonwealth Games with a 21-17 victory over the Cayman Islands, boosting their hopes of a strong outing in the competition.
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target=_blank>Commonwealth Games: Nworgu secures gold as Nigeria sweeps medals in Para Powerlifting
Nworgu delivered a commanding performance to win Nigeria’s first gold medal of the Games, lifting her way to a new Commonwealth Games record of 119.0 points in the women’s lightweight para powerlifting event.
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target=_blank>Transfer: Awaziem set for Konyaspor move
Super Eagles defender Chidozie Awaziem is nearing a switch to Turkish Super Lig club Konyaspor, DAILY POST reports. Awaziem, according to reports, will sign a two-year contract with the option of another year with Konyaspor. The Anatolian Eagle will pay French club Nantes €1 million for the versatile defender. Nantes were relegated from Ligue 1
Transfer: Awaziem set for Konyaspor move
target=_blank>Transfer: Arsenal in shock move to sign Vinicius Jr from Real Madrid
Arsenal are exploring a move to sign winger Vinicius Junior if he does not extend his Real Madrid contract, according to The Athletic. The Premier League champions’ interest is said to be in its early stages. This means there is no guarantee that a move for the 26-year-old will materialise into a deal. It is
Transfer: Arsenal in shock move to sign Vinicius Jr from Real Madrid
target=_blank>WAFCON 2026: Ohale, Ordega targets record sixth title with Super Falcons
Super Falcons duo Francisca Ordega, and Osinachi Ohale will be targeting a record sixth title with the team at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, DAILY POST reports. Ordega and Ohale currently hold the record for most titles (five)in the history of the competition. The duo have been named in Nigeria’s squad
WAFCON 2026: Ohale, Ordega targets record sixth title with Super Falcons
target=_blank>World Cup: Messi realised his mistake, apologised to me – Algerian defender, Mandi
Algeria defender, Aissa Mandi has said that Argentina captain, Lionel Messi expressed regret for a rough tackle on him during the South Americans’ 3-0 victory in the group stage of the 2026 World Cup last month. After scoring the first goal in the 17th minute, Messi narrowly avoided a potential red card for a studs-up
World Cup: Messi realised his mistake, apologised to me – Algerian defender, Mandi
target=_blank>2026 World Cup: IOC speaks on investigating FIFA president, Infantino
The International Olympic Committee, IOC, has turned down an ethics complaint against FIFA’s president, Gianni Infantino. The complaint was filed by FairSquare, a human rights organization. FairSquare argued that Infantino broke rules about staying neutral in politics, especially concerning U.S. President Donald Trump. Their claims included a controversial decision to let U.S.player Folarin Balogun off
2026 World Cup: IOC speaks on investigating FIFA president, Infantino
target=_blank>2026 World Cup: FIFA prize money to all 48 countries revealed
FIFA paid out as much as $871 million to all 48 teams that participated in the 2026 World Cup, making it the largest prize pool ever recorded in the event’s history. In addition to featuring 48 teams, this edition was also the first to take place across three different nations. Consequently, teams competing in matches
2026 World Cup: FIFA prize money to all 48 countries revealed
target=_blank>Glasgow 2026: Adama storms into 50m freestyle semi-finals
Team Nigeria’s Abduljabar Adama has qualified for the men’s 50m freestyle semi-final at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, DAILY POST reports. Adama, who is the Nigerian national record holder, clocked 22.67s to finish third in his heat. He finished behind Australia’s Flynn Southam 22.03s, and England’s Jacob Mills 22.40s. It was, however, a disappointing
Glasgow 2026: Adama storms into 50m freestyle semi-finals
target=_blank>NNL: El-Kanemi Warriors boss targets quick NPFL return
Newly appointed El-Kanemi Warriors technical adviser, Emmanuel King, has assured the club’s supporters of an immediate return to the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL. The Borno Army were relegated to the Nigeria National League, NNL, last season. King was unveiled by the Maiduguri club on Friday. Emmanuel promised to work tirelessly to achieve the team’s
NNL: El-Kanemi Warriors boss targets quick NPFL return
target=_blank>Nasarawa Amazons get cash reward for 2026 Women Federation Cup triumph
Nasarawa Amazons have received a cash reward of N45 million for winning the 2026 Women President Federation Cup. The state governor, Abdullahi Sule announced the donation to the team at a ceremony in Lafia on Friday. Nasarawa Amazons players will receive a donation of N25 million, while the technical and management team will get N15
Nasarawa Amazons get cash reward for 2026 Women Federation Cup triumph
target=_blank>Glasgow 2026: Team Nigeria secures second spot on day one medal table
Team Nigeria made an impressive start at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, winning six medals on the opening day, DAILY POST reports. The West Africans currently occupy second position in the medal standings, with three gold, and three silver medals. Australia finished day one at the top of the medal table. Team Nigeria’s six medals came
Glasgow 2026: Team Nigeria secures second spot on day one medal table
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