Leeds United and Burnley have both secured automatic promotion to the Premier League for the 2025/26 season, following decisive victories on Monday night. Leeds thrashed Stoke City 6-0 at Elland Road, with Dutch striker Joel Piroe netting four goals in a rampant first half, while Burnley edged Sheffield United 2-1 at Turf Moor thanks to
Burnley and Leeds United have confirmed their return to the English Premier League after securing crucial results in Saturday’s Championship fixtures, ending their campaign with automatic promotion and leaving others to jostle for playoff positions. Vincent Kompany’s Burnley side clinched promotion with a 2-1 victory over Sheffield United at Turf Moor, a result that not
If you want to talk about football greatness on the African continent, you must mention Nigeria’s national football team, popularly known as the Super Eagles. Their journey from colonial-era football pitches to global recognition is nothing short of dramatic, filled with triumphs, heartbreaks, and unforgettable moments that have cemented their place in the annals of
Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, are gearing up for a strong performance as they take on their Algerian counterparts today in the first leg of the final round of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers. The crucial encounter is set to take place at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, Ogun State,
When LeBron James first stormed into the NBA straight out of high school in 2003, the world witnessed a force of nature. The young man from Akron, Ohio, drafted as the number one pick by the Cleveland Cavaliers, dazzled fans and confounded defenders with his explosive athleticism and all-round brilliance. Back then, LeBron’s game was
In a spirited move to bolster grassroots tennis development in Nigeria, the Tennista Foundation successfully staged its inaugural junior tennis championship at Rowe Park Sports Centre in Yaba, Lagos. The four-day tournament, which commenced on Wednesday and concluded on Saturday, witnessed a vibrant display of talent with over 110 young players—55 boys and 55 girls—competing
Bashir Bala, a fan who assaulted Plateau United player Temitope Vincent during a Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) match in Lafia, has been sentenced to three months in prison or a fine option. The incident took place following a tense encounter between Nasarawa United and Plateau United, which ended 3-2 in favour of the home
The inaugural edition of the Awori Unity Cup has officially commenced, marking the start of an exciting month-long football competition designed to bring together Awori communities from across Nigeria. The opening ceremony took place at the Lagos State University (LASU) Ojo Campus, featuring a vibrant display of culture and tradition. His Royal Majesty, Oniba Ekun
Nigerian boxing sensation Basit “Jokerboy” Adebayo faced off against Tanzanian challenger Suleiman Sheha in a highly anticipated bout for the World Boxing Organization (WBO) Youth International lightweight title on April 18, 2025, at the Balmoral Convention Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos. The clash, dubbed “Chaos in the Ring,” pitted the 20-year-old Nigerian champion, fresh from his
Tennyson Olisa has etched his name in African chess history by emerging as the winner of the inaugural Africa Super Zonal Chess Championship held in Lagos. The 22-year-old Nigerian sensation put on an impressive display, finishing with a commanding 7½ points from nine rounds, claiming the prestigious title in grand style. This victory follows his
