Real Madrid are reportedly making significant progress in their pursuit of Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold, with the England international nearing a move to the Spanish giants upon the expiration of his contract this summer. According to sources on Tuesday, the 26-year-old defender, whose current deal with Liverpool ends in June, is in advanced discussions with
World Athletics announced on Tuesday the approval of a new cheek swab test to verify whether an athlete is biologically female, a move aimed at safeguarding the integrity of women’s sports. The decision, ratified by the governing body’s decision-making Council, was described as “really important” by Sebastian Coe, President of World Athletics. Speaking at a
Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter and ex-UEFA chief Michel Platini on Tuesday were acquitted on appeal by a Swiss court in a long-running corruption case that shattered their careers as the most powerful figures in world football. Blatter, 89, and Platini, 69, listened in silence as the Extraordinary Court of Appeal clerk in the town
Luka Doncic scored 32 points and LeBron James added 24 and eight assists for the Lakers, who led 60-58 at half-time. However, Orlando outscored the visitors 34-18 in the third quarter and went on to wrap up a 118-106 victory. Franz Wagner contributed 32 points and nine assists for the Magic, while Paolo Banchero added
Australia will build a 63,000-seat stadium and a plush indoor swimming venue for the 2032 Olympic Games in Brisbane, officials said Tuesday after shelving contentious earlier plans. Queensland Premier David Crisafulli detailed a slew of Olympic upgrades that included the new Brisbane Stadium in the heart of the city, and an aquatic centre that could
The Akwa Ibom State Government has announced free tickets for the Super Eagles’ crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Zimbabwe, scheduled for Tuesday at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo. In a statement on Monday, the state’s Commissioner for Sports, Paul Bassey, revealed that Governor Umo Eno had purchased all 30,000 available tickets
Libya is facing fresh criticism after allegations of mistreatment against the South Sudan national football team upon their arrival at Benina International Airport in Benghazi. This marks the latest in a series of incidents involving Libyan authorities and visiting teams, raising concerns over the country’s adherence to international football protocols. A History of ControversyLibya’s football
Former African Footballer of the Year Victor Ikpeba has expressed confidence that Victor Osimhen will surpass Rashidi Yekini’s long-standing record as Nigeria’s all-time top scorer. Osimhen moved closer to the milestone after netting a brace in the Super Eagles’ 2-0 victory over Rwanda in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier in Kigali. The Napoli striker’s
Zimbabwe captain Marshall Munetsi has declared that the Warriors are not in Nigeria for a holiday but to create their own history as they face the Super Eagles in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Tuesday at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo. Despite sitting at the bottom of Group C with just
Former Super Eagles striker Emmanuel Emenike has urged the national team not to dash the hopes of Nigerians after their crucial 2-0 victory over Rwanda in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The Super Eagles revived their qualifying campaign last Friday in Kigali, with Victor Osimhen’s brace securing a vital win under new coach Eric
