Novak Djokovic missed out on his 100th career title as Jannik Sinner triumphed in a thrilling Shanghai Masters final. The world number one, 23-year-old Sinner, secured a 7-6 (7-4) 6-3 victory over the 37-year-old Djokovic, continuing his remarkable form this season. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – Kassia Apologies to … Read more
Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen has resumed training at Galatasaray after a brief period on the sidelines due to injury. Galatasaray announced the development on Saturday via Instagram, stating, “Victor Osimhen has worked separately from the team within the special programme prepared for him.” EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – … Read more
The father of Tottenham star Son Heung-min, Son Woong-jung, has been fined three million won ($2,220) by a South Korean court for violating child welfare laws at his football academy, according to reports. Son Woong-jung, a former footballer who authored a best-selling memoir about guiding his son to become a Premier League star, faced the … Read more
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has confirmed the tragic deaths of three SuperSport crew members and a police officer following an attack by suspected bandits in Anambra State. The victims were part of a media team traveling from Lagos to Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, to cover Nigeria’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against Libya … Read more
Mauricio Pochettino celebrated a successful debut as the manager of the United States national team with a 2-0 victory over Panama in Austin, Texas. AC Milan midfielder Yunus Musah netted the first goal shortly after halftime, followed by a late strike from PSV forward Ricardo Pepi, which secured the win. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was … Read more
Former Super Eagles forward Daniel Amokachi aims to kick off his tenure as head coach of Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side Lobi Stars with a victory. Lobi Stars will face off against Niger Tornadoes in the North Central derby at the Bako Kontagaro Stadium in Minna today. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part … Read more
Cristiano Ronaldo netted his 133rd goal for Portugal as they secured a 3-1 victory over Poland in the Nations League. Ronaldo, Portugal’s captain, struck the crossbar early before Bernardo Silva opened the scoring, volleying home from a knockdown by Bruno Fernandes. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – Kassia Apologies to … Read more
Ikorodu City secured their first victory of the NPFL season with a commanding 3-0 win over Bendel Insurance at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Lagos, on Saturday. Rivio Ayemwenre opened the scoring three minutes into the second half, converting a cross from Waliu Ojetoye. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – Kassia … Read more
Liverpool stars Virgil van Dijk and Mohamed Salah will return to the club sooner than anticipated after being released from international duty. Van Dijk, the Netherlands captain, was sent off in his side’s 1-1 draw against Hungary on Friday, earning a suspension for their upcoming Nations League clash with Germany on Monday. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: … Read more
Kano Pillars have debunked allegations they are owing their head coach Usman Abdallah three months salary. Abdallah, according to a renowned radio station in Kano has not been paid his salary since taking charge of the club. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – Kassia Apologies to Toby Forge Has Protest … Read more
Bukayo Saka has withdrawn from the England squad for Sunday’s Nations League clash against Finland and returned to Arsenal for further evaluation after sustaining an injury to his right leg. The 23-year-old winger was substituted early in the second half during Thursday’s match against Greece. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game … Read more
English Women’s Championship side London City Lionesses have confirmed the signing of Super Falcons defender Rofiat Imuran. Imuran, who recently parted ways with French club Stade Reims, has signed a three-year deal with the Lionesses. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – Kassia Apologies to Toby Forge Has Protest Lost Its … Read more
Championship club West Bromwich Albion has extended its congratulations to Semi Ajayi for his contribution to Nigeria’s Super Eagles’ victory over Libya in Friday’s AFCON 2025 qualifiers in Uyo. After facing frustration for much of the match, substitute Fisayo Dele-Bashiru scored the decisive goal in the 86th minute. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part … Read more
Super Eagles head coach Augustine Eguavoen has expressed relief following his team’s narrow 1-0 victory over the Mediterranean Knights of Libya in the 2025 AFCON qualifiers. Speaking during the post-match briefing at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Friday, a visibly excited Eguavoen admitted that he had expected his side to score more … Read more
Samuel Chukwueze has been linked with a potential move to Saudi Arabia during the upcoming January transfer window, as AC Milan are reportedly open to his departure following his struggle to make an impact over two seasons. Chukwueze joined Milan from Villarreal in the summer of 2023 for a €20 million deal plus significant bonuses, … Read more
The Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Enoh, has commended Super Eagles players Fisayo Dele-Bashiru and Moses Simon for their outstanding performances in Nigeria’s 1-0 victory over Libya in Friday’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. In a post on his X account, Enoh also congratulated Austin Eguavoen and the entire team for securing the … Read more
Liverpool defender Joel Matip has announced his plans to retire from professional football after leaving the club as a free agent next summer, according to a post by Fabrizio Romano on Friday. Matip, 33, suffered a severe injury late in 2023 that sidelined him for much of the season, preventing him from playing any part … Read more
Virgil van Dijk was sent off as the Netherlands secured a Nations League point in a 1-1 draw against Hungary. Hungary took the lead in the first half with Roland Sallai’s well-struck volley, putting the hosts in control. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – Kassia Apologies to Toby Forge Has … Read more
Substitute Fisayo Dele-Bashiru netted the decisive goal as the Super Eagles secured a 1-0 victory over Libya in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier on Friday in Uyo. Nigeria started the match with confidence, dominating possession but struggling to create clear scoring opportunities. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – … Read more
Nottingham Forest has been fined £750,000 by the Football Association for bringing the game into disrepute after the club questioned the integrity of a match official following their defeat to Everton last season. The FA ruled that Forest’s comments on social media, posted shortly after their 2-0 loss at Goodison Park on April 21, crossed … Read more