Barcelona maintained their perfect start to the La Liga season with a commanding win over Villarreal, but the victory was overshadowed by a potentially serious injury to goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen, who was stretchered off during the match. Robert Lewandowski starred with two goals, despite missing a penalty, while Raphinha netted a brace and Pablo … Read more
John Stones’ dramatic 98th-minute equalizer rescued a 2-2 draw for Manchester City in a fiery clash against 10-man Arsenal on Sunday, keeping City unbeaten at home since November 2022. Arsenal, reduced to 10 men for the entire second half after Leandro Trossard was sent off, came within seconds of handing City their first home defeat … Read more
Galatasaray secured a commanding 3-1 victory over Fenerbahce on Saturday night, ending their rivals’ remarkable 32-match unbeaten run in the Turkish Super Lig. The match, which marked José Mourinho’s debut as Fenerbahce’s coach in the intense Istanbul derby, resulted in a disappointing defeat for the Portuguese manager. EDITOR’S PICKS School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By … Read more
The most anticipated game of the Premier League season takes place on Sunday afternoon as reigning champions Manchester City face off against last season’s runners-up, Arsenal. Pep Guardiola’s side enters the match as the only team in the league with a flawless record, boasting four consecutive wins. However, they are set to face their toughest … Read more
Anthony Joshua has revealed that he has no plans to retire from boxing, despite his loss to Daniel Dubois in Saturday’s IBF World Heavyweight Title fight. Dubois dominated the bout, knocking Joshua down in nearly every round before sealing the victory with a powerful counter right hand in the fifth round. EDITOR’S PICKS School Proprietress … Read more
Daniel Dubois secured a knockout victory over Anthony Joshua to retain the International Boxing Federation (IBF) world heavyweight title. Dubois ended Joshua’s challenge in the fifth round, marking the biggest win of his career in front of a roaring crowd of 96,000 at Wembley Stadium on Saturday night. The 27-year-old floored Joshua multiple times throughout … Read more
Britain’s Daniel Dubois destroyed Anthony Joshua’s dream of becoming a three-time heavyweight world champion with a fifth-round knockout to retain his IBF belt at a packed Wembley Stadium on Saturday. Dubois dropped his compatriot to the canvas in the opening round with a stinging right, the referee delivering a standing eight count. The 27 year-old … Read more
Nicolas Jackson netted twice as Chelsea handed a sluggish West Ham their third straight home defeat in the Premier League. Chelsea opened the scoring just four minutes in, capitalizing on a momentary lapse in West Ham’s defence during a free-kick. Jadon Sancho seized the opportunity to release Jackson down the left flank, and the forward … Read more
England legend Alan Shearer has shared his prediction ahead of Sunday’s highly anticipated Premier League showdown between Manchester City and Arsenal. Arsenal face a significant challenge this weekend as they travel to the Etihad Stadium to take on their title rivals, Manchester City. EDITOR’S PICKS School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By Son In Delta Man … Read more
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has emphasized that his team will be going all out for victory when they face Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday. Speaking in an interview with the club’s official website, Arteta stated that Arsenal won’t shy away from taking an aggressive approach against the defending champions. EDITOR’S PICKS School … Read more
Sonia Bompastor’s debut as Chelsea manager in the Women’s Super League was a triumphant one, as her team edged past Aston Villa with a narrow victory at Kingsmeadow. A spectacular first-half goal from Johanna Rytting Kaneryd secured all three points for Chelsea. The Swedish winger cut inside and delivered a flawless shot into the far … Read more
Former AC Milan coach Fabio Capello has stated that Zlatan Ibrahimovic should take responsibility for the team’s poor start in Serie A. In an interview with La Gazzetta dello Sport, Capello criticized Ibrahimovic’s performance and his influence on the club’s summer transfer decisions. EDITOR’S PICKS School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By Son In Delta Man … Read more
Nigerian-born UFC star Israel Adesanya has wagered $10,000 on two-time former unified world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua ahead of his IBF heavyweight title fight against Daniel Dubois. The showdown is set for September 21, 2024, at Wembley Stadium, England. This highly anticipated all-British bout will take place in front of 96,000 fans, a venue familiar … Read more
Former Chelsea midfielder John Mikel Obi has praised Ademola Lookman for choosing to represent Nigeria over England while still in his prime. Born in England to Nigerian parents, Lookman had previously represented England at youth level and was part of the squad that won the 2017 FIFA U-20 World Cup. EDITOR’S PICKS School Proprietress Allegedly … Read more
Nigerian striker Chinaza Uchendu has officially signed with FC Nantes Féminine in France’s Première Ligue on a one-year contract, running until June 2025. The 26-year-old forward joins from Turkish champions Galatasaray SK, where she played a pivotal role in their successful league campaign. EDITOR’S PICKS School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By Son In Delta Man … Read more
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has revealed that goalkeeper Alisson Becker is doubtful for Saturday’s Premier League clash against Bournemouth due to a muscle issue. Alisson has featured in all four of Liverpool’s league matches this season and was between the posts for their Champions League victory against AC Milan on Tuesday. The Brazilian international also … Read more
Super Eagles and Bayer Leverkusen striker Victor Boniface has shared a nostalgic memory of paying just ₦30 as a young player to watch Champions League matches. Today, he’s living his dream by competing in the prestigious tournament. EDITOR’S PICKS School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By Son In Delta Man Detained for Allegedly Killing Mother, Mutilating … Read more
About 120 universities from Nigeria and 36 others from across Africa have begun arriving in Lagos for the 11th edition of the All-Africa University Games. The event, co-hosted by the University of Lagos (UNILAG) and Lagos State University, will run from Friday, September 20 (today), through September 29. The opening ceremony is scheduled to take … Read more
Conor Gallagher made an appearance off the bench as Atletico Madrid secured a dramatic 90th-minute winner against RB Leipzig in their Champions League opener. The German side took an early lead just four minutes in when Benjamin Sesko headed home. However, Antoine Griezmann pulled Atletico level in the 28th minute, netting his 37th Champions League … Read more
Super Eagles forward Victor Boniface featured prominently as Bayer Leverkusen kicked off their Champions League campaign in emphatic fashion, defeating Feyenoord 4-0 on Thursday. The Nigerian international, making his debut in the competition, delivered an impressive performance before being substituted in the 63rd minute for Patrik Schick. EDITOR’S PICKS School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By … Read more