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target=_blank>‘Full respect’ for Djokovic but Nadal tips Alcaraz for Melbourne title
Rafael Nadal says he has “full respect” for old rival Novak Djokovic but tipped Spanish compatriot Carlos Alcaraz to win Sunday’s Australian Open final.
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target=_blank>CAF approves new venue for Falconets World Cup qualifier against Senegal
The first-leg encounter, scheduled for Feb. 7, will now be played at the MKO Abiola Sports Complex, Abeokuta, Ogun State.
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target=_blank>Barcelona midfielder Fermin Lopez agrees contract extension
Midfield star Fermin Lopez has agreed to extend his Barcelona contract by two years to 2031, the Spanish champions announced on Friday, tying down the future of another key first-team member.
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target=_blank>2026 World Cup: We’re waiting for FIFA — NFF on case against DR Congo
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) says it is awaiting a positive ruling from FIFA over its case against the Democratic Republic of Congo.
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target=_blank>Djokovic sees off Sinner to set up mouth-watering Australian Open final with Alcaraz
Novak Djokovic will face Carlos Alcaraz in the Australian Open final after being “pushed to the very limit” in stunning Jannik Sinner early Saturday in a five-set marathon to move to the brink of history.
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target=_blank>Europa League Playoffs: Full list of confirmed fixtures
Nottingham Forest face a daunting trip to Istanbul after being drawn Friday to play Fenerbahce in one of the knockout phase play-offs fixtures of the Europa League, while Celtic must take on German giants VfB Stuttgart.
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target=_blank>Australian Open: Zverev rails at Alcaraz timeout in ‘one of the best battles ever’
Alexander Zverev said Carlos Alcaraz shouldn’t have been allowed a medical timeout for apparent cramp in their marathon semi-final Friday — but does not want it to overshadow “one of the best battles ever” at the Australian Open.
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target=_blank>EPL predictions: Sure tips, odds and correct score analysis
Premier League action continues this weekend with mouth-watering fixtures as clubs push for vital points in the title race, European qualification and relegation battle.
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target=_blank>Grealish to miss rest of season in World Cup blow
The 30-year-old appeared to be approaching peak form again after a disappointing period at City, during which time he fell out of favour with boss Pep Guardiola.
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target=_blank>Champions League playoff fixtures confirmed as Real Madrid, Benfica meet again Full List
Real Madrid were handed a quick rematch with Jose Mourinho’s Benfica in the draw for the Champions League play-off round on Friday, while reigning European champions Paris Saint-Germain will face domestic rivals Monaco.
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target=_blank>Man City’s Haaland, Liverpool’s Salah among UK’s 100 biggest taxpayers
Manchester City’s Erling Haaland and Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah are among the United Kingdom’s 100 biggest taxpayers, according to the annual Sunday Times Tax List. Haaland is said to earn around £500,000 per week, with £10 million worth of bonuses per year. The 25-year-old striker is the 72nd biggest taxpayer in the UK at the moment.
Man City’s Haaland, Liverpool’s Salah among UK’s 100 biggest taxpayers
target=_blank>Transfer: I’m not leaving Blackburn Rovers – Alebiosu
Ryan Alebiosu is not thinking about leaving Sky Bet Championship club, Blackburn Rovers this month, DAILY POST reports. Alebiosu has been linked with Premier League outfit, Everton and Serie A side, Genoa. The Nigeria international only joined Blackburn Rovers from Belgian club Kortrijk last summer. The 24-year-old has established himself as a regular at the
Transfer: I’m not leaving Blackburn Rovers – Alebiosu
target=_blank>Transfer: Arsenal defender Oleksandr Zinchenko’s next possible club revealed
Arsenal left-back, Oleksandr Zinchenko is all set to join Ajax on a permanent move. According to Sky Sports News, Zinchenko has completed his Ajax medical. The Ukraine international flew to Amsterdam earlier on Friday after being given the green light to travel. Zinchenko has agreed terms on a six-month contract with the Netherlands giants. The
Transfer: Arsenal defender Oleksandr Zinchenko’s next possible club revealed
target=_blank>Transfer: Nigerian striker joins Turkish club, Sivasspor
Turkish Super Lig club, Sivasspor have completed the signing of Nigerian forward, Jonathan Okoronkwo, DAILY POST reports. Okoronkwo penned a contract until the end of the 2026/27 season. The 22-year-old joined Sivasspor from another Turkish club, Hatayspor. The young striker has played 80 official games throughout his career, and scored 23 goals. Okoronkwo has played
Transfer: Nigerian striker joins Turkish club, Sivasspor
target=_blank>Transfer: Chelsea announce deal for Paez
Chelsea, on Friday night, announced that youngster, Kendry Paez has left the Blues to join River Plate on loan for the remainder of the season. The Premier League west London club had recalled Paez from Strasbourg before the player joined the Argentine side. An agreement was reached for the 18-year-old to end his spell at
Transfer: Chelsea announce deal for Paez
target=_blank>NNL: Akwa United get government directives to aim for NPFL promotion
Nigeria National League, NNL, side, Akwa United have been charged to maintain focus and commitment as they intensify efforts to secure a return to the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, next season. The Promise Keepers were relegated to the Nigeria National League, NNL, last season. The Akwa Ibom State commissioner for sports, Elder Paul Bassey
NNL: Akwa United get government directives to aim for NPFL promotion
target=_blank>EPL: Chris Sutton predicts Chelsea vs West Ham, Leeds against Arsenal, other fixtures
Former Chelsea player, Chris Sutton has offered his Premier League prediction for this weekend’s fixtures. Leeds United will host Arsenal at home in the Premier League clash on Saturday evening. Chelsea will welcome West Ham United to Stamford Bridge on Saturday evening, while Fulham will tackle Manchester United on Sunday. Liverpool will face Newcastle United
EPL: Chris Sutton predicts Chelsea vs West Ham, Leeds against Arsenal, other fixtures
target=_blank>EPL: 4 fixtures we could see shock results on Game Week 24
The Premier League enters Game Week 24 this weekend, with teams fighting for crucial points at both ends of the table. Manchester City’s clash with Tottenham Hotspur in North London is the standout fixture, but before then there will be a couple of interesting games. So, which matches can we expect to see upsets? 1.
EPL: 4 fixtures we could see shock results on Game Week 24
target=_blank>Cristiano Ronaldo scores 961st career goal
Al Nassr captain, Cristiano Ronaldo netted his 961st career goal, as they thumped Al Kholood 3-0 on Friday. The Saudi Pro League MatchDay 18 fixture was played at the King Abdullah Sport City Stadium in Buraydah. It was also Ronaldo’s 17th goal of the season for the club. The 40-year-old is level with Al Qadsiah’s
Cristiano Ronaldo scores 961st career goal
target=_blank>AFCON 2025: Chelle under fire over snub of NPFL players
Recently, the technical director of the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, Augustine Eguavoen made some interesting remarks about the absence of home-based players in the national team. At the just-concluded Africa Cup of Nations tournament, head coach, Eric Chelle did not invite a single player from the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL. “I felt disappointed that
AFCON 2025: Chelle under fire over snub of NPFL players
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