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target=_blank>Tennis players end Wimbledon prize-money protest
Wimbledon has increased its prize money by 20 percent, a move the players described as a “welcome step forward”.
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target=_blank>Argentine footballer’s family killed in Venezuela earthquakes
The wife and two children of Argentine footballer Lucas Trejo have died after powerful twin earthquakes struck Venezuela, his team said on Sunday.
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target=_blank>Amusan wins women’s 100m hurdles at Paris Diamond League
Nigeria’s Tobi Amusan continued her impressive run of form by claiming victory in the women’s 100m hurdles at the Paris Diamond League on Sunday with a season-equalling time of 12.28 seconds.
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target=_blank>Robert Lewandowksi agrees to join MLS side Chicago Fire
Poland captain Robert Lewandowski is set to leave European football after reaching an agreement to join Chicago Fire FC from FC Barcelona.
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target=_blank>Pele versus Messi, by Patrick Omorodion
The debate on who is football’s greatest player ever resurfaced again at the ongoing 2026 World Cup in Canada, Mexico and the United States after Lionel Messi struck a hat-trick in Argentina’s 3-0 defeat of Algeria in their opening match. His brace in the 2-0 defeat of Austria reinforced the belief by his fans that
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target=_blank>‘I still send Diogo Jota messages’ — Reuben Neves
Ruben Neves has revealed that he still sends WhatsApp messages to his late friend and former teammate Diogo Jota, nearly a year after the Liverpool forward died in a tragic car crash.
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target=_blank>Djokovic inspired by Serena as he targets history at Wimbledon
Novak Djokovic is taking inspiration from Serena Williams’ sensational comeback as he sets his sights on a record-breaking triumph at Wimbledon.
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target=_blank>Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup failure: Who is accountable?
.Failures in U17, U20, U23, Super Eagles too heavy to keep current NFF board .Five benchmarks for new board; change must begin with structural reforms By Douglas Baye-Osagie The Nigeria Football Federation elections are set for September, and the anger is louder than ever. Nigerians are still in pain over missing the 2026 World Cup
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target=_blank>Why Gusau-led NFF board must go – Editors
By Jacob Ajom What happened to the Golden Eaglets of Nigeria? It hurts to note that Nigeria’s legacy in age group football competitions has become a distant history. The Golden Eaglets, with five FIFA World Cup titles and three runners up medals are the most successful international team in the world in that category. They
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target=_blank>Sports & Society: World Cup 2026: Africans are balling, Chief Suo is bossing, and Afrobeat is king!
Forget the tactical drawing boards and the clinical European analysis. The ongoing 2026 World Cup has officially turned into a vibrant, high-octane African festival. If the first few weeks of football have revealed anything, it is that Africa is driving the pulse of this tournament. Here is how the continent is stealing the show across
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target=_blank>NPFL: Shooting Stars sign defender Yusuf from Bayelsa United
Shooting Stars have completed the signing of defender Issa Yusuf from Bayelsa United for the 2026-27 Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, season. Yusuf signed a one-year contract with the Oluyole Warriors. His arrival will help bolster the Ibadan-based club’s defence line in the new season. Yusuf made 25 appearances, scoring twice for Bayelsa United last
NPFL: Shooting Stars sign defender Yusuf from Bayelsa United
target=_blank>NPFL: Enyimba, Warri Wolves target Kun Khalifat defender Lekan Gabriel
Kun Khalifat defender Lekan Gabriel is attracting interest from Enyimba and Warri Wolves. According to reports, Enyimba and Warri Wolves have shown concrete interest in the player ahead of the 2026-27 season. Gabriel featured regularly for Kun Khalifat last season, earning a reputation for his aggressive marking. The centre-back is now set for a lucrative
NPFL: Enyimba, Warri Wolves target Kun Khalifat defender Lekan Gabriel
target=_blank>World Cup 2026: Why we lost to Canada – South Africa coach Hugo Broos
South Africa coach, Hugo Broos, has explained why his team lost against Canada in the Round of 32 at the World Cup. Broos watched as a late stoppage time goal from Stephen Eustaquio gave Canada a 1-0 victory against South Africa. Speaking after the game, Broos admitted that the co-host nation overpowered the Bafana Bafana
World Cup 2026: Why we lost to Canada – South Africa coach Hugo Broos
target=_blank>NPFL: Bayelsa United goalkeeper Clinton Ezekiel joins Rivers United
Rivers United have signed goalkeeper Clinton Andy Ezekiel from Bayelsa United FC ahead of the 2026-27 season. Clinton penned a one-year contract with the Pride of Rivers. The shot stopper is the latest addition to Finidi George’s side. The young goalkeeper is known for his shot-stopping ability and command of the penalty area. DAILY POST
NPFL: Bayelsa United goalkeeper Clinton Ezekiel joins Rivers United
target=_blank>WAFCON 2026: Okoronkwo returns to action in major boost for Super Falcons
Esther Okoronkwo has handed the Super Falcons a timely boost ahead of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations after returning from injury, DAILY POST reports. Okoronkwo was sidelined for close to two months after suffering a meniscus tear during AFC Toronto’s league clash with Halifax last month. The 29-year-old featured for 25 minutes in
WAFCON 2026: Okoronkwo returns to action in major boost for Super Falcons
target=_blank>Transfer: Robert Lewandowski’s new club revealed
Poland striker, Robert Lewandowski’s new club has been revealed amid the ongoing summer transfer window. According to Fabrizio Romano, Lewandowski has agreed to join the Chicago Fire after visiting the club and city two weeks ago. The 37-year-old will sign with the USA club early next week as he is ready for a new chapter
Transfer: Robert Lewandowski’s new club revealed
target=_blank>Transfer: Nwaiwu eager to stay at Trabzonspor
Chibuike Nwaiwu is not looking to leave Trabzonspor this summer amid the uncertainty surrounding his future at the club, DAILY POST reports. Nwaiwu has been consistently linked with a move to Premier League club Fulham following an impressive campaign with Trabzonspor. Sky Bet Championship club West Ham United are also reportedly interested in the Nigeria
Transfer: Nwaiwu eager to stay at Trabzonspor
target=_blank>Transfer: Barcelona make stunning move to sign Harry Kane
Barcelona have reached out to the representatives of Harry Kane to explore a deal to sign the England captain. According to the Daily Mail, the LaLiga champions want to begin negotiations once Kane’s participation at the 2026 World Cup is over. The 32-year-old has one year left to run on his Bayern Munich contract. However,
Transfer: Barcelona make stunning move to sign Harry Kane
target=_blank>World Cup 2026: Lionel Scaloni reveals instruction he normally gives Messi
Argentina head coach, Lionel Scaloni, has revealed the instructions he normally gives his captain, Lionel Messi, amid the ongoing FIFA World Cup tournament. Scaloni opted to bench Messi as Argentina defeated Jordan 3-1 in their final group game encounter at the weekend. Messi came off the bench to score the third goal for Scaloni’s side
World Cup 2026: Lionel Scaloni reveals instruction he normally gives Messi
target=_blank>World Cup 2026: ‘They impressed me’ – Romario snubs Brazil, names best team
Brazilian football legend, Romario has named the current best team in the world amid the ongoing FIFA World Cup tournament. Speaking recently as a guest on RMC Sport, the 60-year-old named France as the best team in the world at the moment, ahead of the likes of Brazil and others. Romario, however, admitted that he
World Cup 2026: ‘They impressed me’ – Romario snubs Brazil, names best team
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