August 5, 2025

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Nigeria’s Eniola Bolaji Clinches Another Para-Badminton Gold in Spain

Nigeria’s para-badminton sensation, Eniola Bolaji, continued her impressive run on the international stage, securing another gold medal at the Spanish Para-Badminton International 2025 in Toledo, Spain. Bolaji delivered a dominant performance in the women’s SL3 final, defeating Turkey’s Halime Yildiz in straight sets (21-7, 21-10) to claim her second gold medal in two weeks. Just

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Lionel Messi Sidelined for Argentina’s Critical World Cup Qualifiers; Neymar Also Absent for Brazil 

Lionel Messi has been ruled out of Argentina’s upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Uruguay and Brazil due to a low-grade adductor muscle injury, dealing a blow to the reigning champions’ bid to secure early qualification for the 2026 tournament. Brazil will also be without star forward Neymar, who continues to recover from a thigh injury. 

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Marseille condemn ‘personal attacks’ on Rabiot at PSG

Marseille have condemned the “personal attacks” aimed at midfielder Adrien Rabiot and his family during the 3-1 defeat at Paris St-Germain on Sunday. The match at Parc des Princes was overshadowed by homophobic and racist chants – referencing Marseille’s large Arab population – from some PSG fans, as well as banners directed at Rabiot and his family.

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Cavaliers’ winning streak ended by Magic comeback

Wendell Carter Jr (left) contributed 16 points and 14 rebounds in Orlando Magic’s win over Cleveland Cavaliers The Orlando Magic fought back to upset the Cleveland Cavaliers 108-103 and end the Cavs’ 16-game winning streak. Orlando recovered from a 13-point half-time deficit to win, with Paolo Banchero scoring 24 points and Franz Wagner adding 22.

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Super Eagles Commence Intensive Preparations in Kigali for Pivotal World Cup Qualifier Against Rwanda* 

KIGALI, Rwanda – Nigeria’s Super Eagles have officially begun preparations in Kigali ahead of their critical 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Rwanda on Friday, aiming to revive a stuttering campaign after failing to secure a win in their opening two matches.  The delegation, welcomed by Nigeria’s Ambassador to Rwanda, signaled the fixture’s significance as

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Super Eagles’ Coach Eric Chelle Targets World Cup Qualification and Continental Glory

Super Eagles Head Coach Eric Chelle has outlined ambitious objectives for Nigeria’s national team, emphasizing a relentless pursuit of victory in their upcoming 2025 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe while setting his sights on long-term continental and global success. Camp Morale and Preparations:With preparations underway in Abuja, team Media Officer Promise Efoghe

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Liverpool Nears Historic Premier League Title Amid Contract Crises and Transition Challenges 

Liverpool FC stands poised to secure their 20th English top-flight title, holding a commanding 12-point lead with nine matches remaining in the Premier League. However, mounting contract uncertainties surrounding star players and recent on-field stumbles have tempered optimism at Anfield, signaling a pivotal crossroads for the club’s future.  Title Charge Overshadowed by Off-Field Questions  Despite

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Nigeria and Sudan Face Pivotal Clashes in 2026 World Cup Qualifiers

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup African qualifiers reach their midway point, underperforming Nigeria and history-chasing Sudan headline a critical double matchday, with continental heavyweights Egypt, Senegal, and Ghana also in action. Super Eagles Aim to Resurrect CampaignNigeria, seeded to top Group C, sit shockingly fifth in their six-team section after a winless run that

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Rory McIlroy Prevails in Playoff to Capture Second Players Championship Title

Rory McIlroy etched his name deeper into golf history on Monday, defeating J.J. Spaun in a three-hole playoff to claim his second Players Championship title at TPC Sawgrass. The victory, secured on St. Patrick’s Day, marks McIlroy’s third win on the holiday and solidifies his status as the first European to win the PGA Tour’s

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Osimhen, Others Arrive in Rwanda for World Cup Qualifier Against Rwanda

Nigeria’s preparations for the crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Rwanda have officially commenced as key Super Eagles players arrived in Kigali ahead of the highly anticipated fixture. Leading the early arrivals is star striker Victor Osimhen, who touched down at Kigali International Airport alongside teammates Bruno Onyemaechi, Papa Daniel Mustapha, and Kayode Bankole.

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