Nigeria’s Junior D’Tigress will aim to bounce back and end their group stage campaign on a high when they face Portugal on Tuesday at the ongoing FIBA U-19 Women’s World Cup in Brno, Czechia. After an electrifying debut win against China, where they claimed a thrilling 93-88 victory, the coach Juliana Akhere-led team suffered a
Zambia’s head coach Nora Hauptle has declared that her Copper Queens are fully prepared to take on any opposition, including favourites Nigeria, as both teams gear up for a high-stakes quarter final at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Casablanca. Zambia sealed second place in Group A following a gritty 1-0 victory over
AC Milan has officially announced the signing of seasoned Croatian midfielder Luka Modrić, 39, who left Real Madrid after a glittering 13-year spell. The Rossoneri have secured his services on a one‑year contract running until June 2026, with an option to extend until June 2027 Modrić completed his medicals in Milan on Monday and will
Former Super Eagles defender and 1980 Africa Cup of Nations winner, Kadiri Ikhana, is currently in critical condition and receiving emergency medical treatment at the Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital in Auchi, Edo State. The 68-year-old football legend, popularly known as Kawawa, was transferred to the specialist hospital for urgent blood transfusion and intensive care after
Nigeria’s Junior D’Tigress suffered a heavy 113 to 42 defeat at the hands of Canada in their second group match at the 2025 FIBA U19 Women’s Basketball World Cup in Brno, Czech Republic. The North Americans delivered a historic shooting performance that shattered tournament records and left the young Nigerian side chasing shadows. Canada set
Santi Cazorla has penned a one-year contract extension with Real Oviedo, the club announced on Saturday, keeping the 40-year-old midfield maestro at his boyhood team as they prepare for life back in La Liga. The former Arsenal and Villarreal star rejoined Oviedo in August 2023 and played a crucial role in guiding the Asturian side
Victor Osimhen has once again turned down overtures from Al Hilal, despite the Saudi Arabian giants matching Napoli’s €75 million asking price for the Nigerian striker. The 26-year-old forward has made it clear he has no interest in a move to the Saudi Pro League and remains committed to joining Turkish champions Galatasaray, where he
Nigeria’s Super Falcons will look to finish the group stage of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations with a perfect record as they face Algeria today in Casablanca. With two wins from two and qualification to the quarterfinals already sealed, coach Justine Madugu’s side will be hoping to maintain momentum when they take on
Nigeria’s junior D’Tigress delivered a stunning upset on Saturday as they defeated Asian basketball giants China 93 to 88 in their opening Group B fixture at the 2025 FIBA U19 Women’s World Cup in Brno, Czechia. Making their debut at the prestigious global tournament, the young Nigerian team, coached by Juliana Akhere, showed incredible resilience
The stage is set for a pulsating finale to the inaugural FIFA expanded Club World Cup as Paris Saint Germain lock horns with Chelsea at the iconic MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on Sunday. The highly anticipated clash, expected to be witnessed by dignitaries including former United States President Donald Trump, promises to be a
