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target=_blank>AJ predicts first-round KO against Fury
Anthony Joshua has predicted a first-round knockout when he faces Tyson Fury in their long-awaited heavyweight showdown at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff on December 11.
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target=_blank>AFCON 2027 Q: ‘Imported’ solution can’t solve Super Eagles problem – Okpala
Former Nigeria international and one time assistant coach of the Super Eagles, Sylvanus Okpala said the Super Eagles display against Guinea-Bissau was the worst he had witnessed in a long while.
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target=_blank>Super Eagles: No 2027 AFCON with this complacency
Guinea-Bissau are not a footballing giant, but they have repeatedly demonstrated that they can hurt Nigeria. They defeated the Super Eagles 1-0 in Abuja in the 2023 AFCON qualifiers before Nigeria won the return leg in Bissau. The same lesson was available three years ago, yet apparently nobody revisited the file.
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target=_blank>Ex-Davis Cup star set to host new national tennis tourney in Lagos
A former Nigerian number one tennis player and Davis Cup star, Destiny Ford Da-Silva, is set to host a new national tennis championship in Lagos, with a total prize purse of ₦30 million naira across several categories.
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target=_blank>Belgium’s De Bruyne fires double to sink Turkey, France held by Italy
Instead, De Bruyne claimed a second, curling a ball from the edge of the box past Turkey goalkeeper Ugurcan Cakir into the top corner.
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target=_blank>Ronaldo: Portuguese FA plans peace meeting with star next week — Reports
The Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) has reportedly begun efforts to resolve its crisis with Cristiano Ronaldo following the captain’s surprise departure from the national team camp.
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target=_blank>Chelle makes two changes to Super Eagles squad after Ndidi’s withdrawal
Super Eagles head coach, Éric Chelle, has made two changes to his squad for Nigeria’s international friendly against Russia following the withdrawals of captain Wilfred Ndidi and defender Akpe Victory.
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target=_blank>Man City whistleblower Rui Pinto facing ‘dire consequences’ – Lawyers
Computer hacker Rui Pinto, the man behind the Football Leaks website which helped trigger the Premier League probe into Manchester City’s finances, faces “dire consequences” after having his protected witness status removed, his lawyers said on Friday.
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target=_blank>Son of ex-Chelsea player dies after fatal UAE desert hike
The son of former Chelsea player Eddie Newton has died during a desert hike in the United Arab Emirates after his wife had urged him not to go, an inquest has heard.
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target=_blank>Man City verdict a ‘big topic’ for England players, says Tuchel
Thomas Tuchel said that Manchester City were the talk of the England camp after the club were found guilty of multiple breaches of Premier League financial rules, but insisted that the case would not affect his selection for Saturday’s match in Croatia.
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target=_blank>Super Eagles: Osayi-Samuel pulls out of Russia friendly
Bright Osayi-Samuel has become the latest established Super Eagles player to withdraw from Nigeria’s friendly against Russia. Osayi-Samuel joins captain Wilfred Ndidi, who earlier pulled out of the encounter scheduled for Tuesday, October 6. FC Basel defender Akpe Victory has also been ruled out of the fixture due to injury. Ndidi and Victory have since
Super Eagles: Osayi-Samuel pulls out of Russia friendly
target=_blank>NPFL: NFF demands fair officiating from referees
The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, has warned referees against errors of judgment during officiating in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL. The NFF stated that the move is to sustain improved officiating in the NPFL. The warning was contained in a memo addressed to all club signed by Mohammed Ameenu of the NFF Refereeing Development
NPFL: NFF demands fair officiating from referees
target=_blank>2026 Ballon d’Or: Donnarumma picks player to win award ahead of Yamal, Mbappe, Kane
Italy goalkeeper, Gianluigi Donnarumma, has picked former team mate, Ousmane Dembele to win the 2026 Ballon d’Or. In an interview with L’Équipe, Donnarumma expressed his strong support for Dembele. He spoke about their strong relationship and mutual respect from their time playing together at Paris Saint-Germain. Dembele and Donnarumma have also faced each other opponents
2026 Ballon d’Or: Donnarumma picks player to win award ahead of Yamal, Mbappe, Kane
target=_blank>NPFL: Katsina United upbeat ahead of Inter Lagos clash
Katsina United are optimistic of securing a positive result in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday seven clash against Inter Lagos. The Chanji Boys will be up against Inter Lagos at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos on Sunday. Katsina United are determined to make up for the 1-1 home draw with Rivers United
NPFL: Katsina United upbeat ahead of Inter Lagos clash
target=_blank>Portugal: ‘You must realise you’re no longer main man’ – Ex-Chelsea star slams Ronaldo
Former Chelsea player, Craig Burley has expressed his support for Jorge Jesus amid the contentious dispute involving Cristiano Ronaldo and the Portugal national team coach. The former Scotland midfielder further argued that Cristiano Ronaldo should not be Portugal’s main striker at his current age. Ahead of Portugal’s UEFA Nations League match against Denmark, Cristiano Ronaldo
Portugal: ‘You must realise you’re no longer main man’ – Ex-Chelsea star slams Ronaldo
target=_blank>Euromatch NPFL: Enyimba boosted by return of key duo for Plateau United tie
Enyimba have been boosted by the return of key duo Joel Ezra and Utum Godswill for their Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday six encounter against Plateau United. Ezra has been out of action for a while due to illness. The versatile defender made 27 appearances for the People’s Elephant last season. Goalkeeper Godswill is
Euromatch NPFL: Enyimba boosted by return of key duo for Plateau United tie
target=_blank>Messi chose Argentina’s new captain – Romero confirms
Argentina’s new captain, Cristian Romero has disclosed that Lionel Messi chose him for the position. During an interview with Adidas Football’s communications department, Romero said he harbours no regrets about his efforts to demonstrate his admiration for Messi. He was honouring the 39-year-old football legend, who is scheduled to play his final match in the
Messi chose Argentina’s new captain – Romero confirms
target=_blank>Ballon d’Or 2026: It’s clear – Ukraine’s Andriy Lunin names player to win award
Ukraine goalkeeper, Andriy Lunin has named Real Madrid forward, Kylian Mbappe as the player to win the 2026 Ballon d’Or. According to Lunin, it is clear that the France captain is the best player and deserves to win the Ballon d’Or. Lunin, who is Mbappe’s teammate at Real Madrid, said, as quoted by Madrid Xtra
Ballon d’Or 2026: It’s clear – Ukraine’s Andriy Lunin names player to win award
target=_blank>Portugal: How I would have handled Cristiano Ronaldo’s situation – Spain coach, De la Fuente
Spain head coach, Luis de la Fuente has revealed how he would have handled Cristiano Ronaldo’s situation if he were in charge of Portugal. Ronaldo has found himself embroiled in controversy during this international break after withdrawing from the national team. De la Fuente addressed the matter during his pre-match press conference ahead of Spain’s
Portugal: How I would have handled Cristiano Ronaldo’s situation – Spain coach, De la Fuente
target=_blank>Super Eagles: AC Milan’s Zachary Athekame will no longer play for Nigeria
AC Milan star, Zachary Athekame will no longer play for the Super Eagles of Nigeria after being cap-tied by Switzerland. Those in charge of the Super Eagles had hoped to convince the Geneva-born right-back, who is currently on loan at Lyon, to represent Nigeria. The player was eligible to play for Nigeria through his Nigerian
Super Eagles: AC Milan’s Zachary Athekame will no longer play for Nigeria
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