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target=_blank>CAF secretary resigns amid AFCON controversy, tournament to expand to 28 teams
CAF competitions director Samson Adamu will serve as interim general secretary while the process to appoint a permanent replacement is underway.
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target=_blank>Premier League fans back call to scrap VAR
“The results show that most fans want VAR removed,” said Thomas Concannon, the FSA’s Premier League network manager.
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target=_blank>Sinner wins Miami Open, completes dominant hard-court sweep
Although still trailing Alcaraz in the ATP rankings, Sinner’s latest victory narrows the gap and signals a tightening race at the top as the tour shifts toward the clay season.
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target=_blank>2026 World Cup risks being ‘stage for repression’ – Amnesty warns
Amnesty International warned this summer’s football World Cup, spread across three North American countries, risks becoming a “stage for repression” in a report published Monday.
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target=_blank>Motsepe to ‘respect’ CAS decision on AFCON final row
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) president Patrice Motsepe said on Sunday he will “respect” the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) decision on Senegal’s appeal against being stripped of its Africa Cup of Nations title.
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target=_blank>Tottenham sack head coach Igor Tudor
Tottenham parted company with coach Igor Tudor by mutual consent on Sunday after just seven games in charge as they battle to stay in the Premier League.
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target=_blank>CAF appoints Samson Adamu acting Secretary General, ending 69-year Nigerian drought
Nigerian football administrator Samson Adamu has made history, being appointed as the acting Secretary General of the Confederation of African Football, marking the first time a Nigerian has held the position since the body’s founding in 1957. The appointment was confirmed on Sunday during a CAF congress held at the Giza Palace Hotel, Cairo, following
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target=_blank>UFC: Israel Adesanya losses to Joe Pyfer, his 4th in a row
Israel Adesanya suffered his fourth consecutive defeat after being stopped by rising American contender Joe Pyfer via technical knockout in the main event of UFC Fight Night on Sunday.
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target=_blank>US lose 5-2 to Belgium in rude awakening for World Cup hosts
The United States were routed 5-2 by Belgium on Saturday in a humbling defeat for Mauricio Pochettino’s team as they prepare to co-host this summer’s World Cup.
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target=_blank>Just In: Sabalenka sinks Gauff to win second straight Miami Open title
Sabalenka, fresh off her first Indian Wells triumph, became the fifth woman to sweep the “Sunshine Double” of Indian Wells and Miami and the first since Iga Swiatek in 2022.
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target=_blank>Turkey: Icardi told to apologize, carry Galatasaray’s goalscoring burden in Osimhen’s absence
Tüzemen also urged Icardi to carry Galatasaray’s goalscoring burden in Victor Osimhen’s absence. Osimhen is currently recovering from a hand injury that he sustained during Galatasaray’s Champions League tie with Liverpool a few days ago. “Icardi, in Osimhen’s absence, must not just lend a hand but his whole body, carrying Galatasaray’s goalscoring burden,” Tüzemen said
Turkey: Icardi told to apologize, carry Galatasaray’s goalscoring burden in Osimhen’s absence
target=_blank>NPFL: Finidi reflects on Rivers United’s big win over Kun Khalifat FC
Rivers United technical adviser, Finidi George has reacted to his side’s home win over Kun Khalifat FC, DAILY POST reports. The Port Harcourt club reclaimed top spot in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, following a thrilling 4-2 victory over Kun Khalifat at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, Port Harcourt on Sunday. Iyowuna Douglas bagged a
NPFL: Finidi reflects on Rivers United’s big win over Kun Khalifat FC
target=_blank>Super Falcons defender, Plumptre begins rehab in Uk
Ashleigh Plumptre has begun rehabilitation following a successful surgery on her left foot, DAILY POST reports. The defender went under the knife last weekend following the setback. The news of the Nigeria international’s surgery was announced by her Saudi club, Al-Ittihad Ladies. Plumptre is now expected to spend several months on the sidelines due to
Super Falcons defender, Plumptre begins rehab in Uk
target=_blank>EPL: Man Utd fight to sign Tonali, Elliott Anderson ahead of Arsenal, Man City
Manchester United are weighing up moves for Newcastle’s Sandro Tonali and Nottingham Forest midfielder, Elliott Anderson. The Red Devils are already planning for next season, which will likely see them return to the Champions League. However, one key midfielder Casemiro, has announced that he is leaving Old Trafford at the end of this campaign. United
EPL: Man Utd fight to sign Tonali, Elliott Anderson ahead of Arsenal, Man City
target=_blank>2026 World Cup: Lineker names two favourites to win trophy ahead of England
Former England striker, Gary Lineker has admitted that there are two teams better placed than the Three Lions to win the 2026 World Cup. Lineker has named them as Spain and France, although he insists England are “one of the frontrunners”. Thomas Tuchel is on a quest to lead England to only their second World
2026 World Cup: Lineker names two favourites to win trophy ahead of England
target=_blank>UCL: Kylian Mbappe names only team capable of beating Bayern Munich
Real Madrid forward, Kylian Mbappe has issued a challenge to Bundesliga powerhouse, Bayern Munich in anticipation of the highly anticipated UEFA Champions League clash between the two teams next month. Mbappe is currently representing his country, netting France’s opening goal in their 2-1 friendly victory over five-time world champions Brazil at the Gillette Stadium in
UCL: Kylian Mbappe names only team capable of beating Bayern Munich
target=_blank>Osimhen refused discharge from hospital after surgery
Galatasaray striker, Victor Osimhen, refused to be discharged from the hospital a day after he underwent surgery on his arm. This was disclosed by TV100 commentator and Turkish journalist, Haluk Yürekli. According to Yürekli, Osimhen made the request to Galatasaray after his surgery last Monday. “Victor Osimhen underwent surgery last Monday morning. The public was
Osimhen refused discharge from hospital after surgery
target=_blank>AFCON 2027: Two countries qualify for group stage qualifiers after preliminary round
At least two countries have qualified for the AFCON 2027 group stage qualifiers following their victories in the preliminary round. This comes following the conclusion of Sunday’s second-leg preliminary round fixtures. Lesotho defeated Seychelles 2-1 to advance to the next stage after playing a 0-0 draw in the first leg a few days ago. Seychelles
AFCON 2027: Two countries qualify for group stage qualifiers after preliminary round
target=_blank>Bayern Munich chief, Uli Hoeneß reveals conversation with Guardiola before Vincent Kompany’s appointment
Bayern Munich Honorary President, Uli Hoeneß, has revealed the conversation the club had with Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola before appointing Vincent Kompany as the Bavarians head coach. Bayern Munich appointed Kompany as manager in 2024 after the Belgian left Burnley. Kompany’s appointment came as a surprise to many, considering his lack of experience in
Bayern Munich chief, Uli Hoeneß reveals conversation with Guardiola before Vincent Kompany’s appointment
target=_blank>World Cup 2026: ‘We’ve Ronaldo’ – Cancelo names Portugal among favourites to win trophy
Barcelona defender, João Cancelo, has named Portugal among the favourites to win this year’s FIFA World Cup. According to the 31-year-old former Manchester City player, Portugal has Cristiano Ronaldo in its squad, who can lead the team to win the World Cup. Portugal is in Group K at the World Cup and will face the
World Cup 2026: ‘We’ve Ronaldo’ – Cancelo names Portugal among favourites to win trophy
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