Category: Sports
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Benin beat Nigeria 2-1, leaves Super Eagles World Cup hopes hanging
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have lost to Benin Republic 2-1 in what is a blow to their hopes of reaching the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Vanguard reports that the Super Eagles are winless after four games and sit in fifth position in Group C with three points. More details to come…
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Man Utd: Ten Hag to know fate this week
Manchester United will decide on manager Erik ten Hag’s future at the Premier League club this week. The Red Devils’ managerial search will be concluded in the coming days, with Thomas Tuchel out of the race. United’s co-owner, Sir Jim Ratcliffe, held talks with Tuchel in Monaco on Tuesday, but the German wants to take…
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‘He deserves a national award’, Nigerians hail Kid who rejected Awoniyi’s cash gift
In a heartwarming encounter at the French Embassy in Abuja, an eight-year-old boy named Peter captured the admiration of many Nigerians when he respectfully turned down a significant cash gift from Super Eagles and Nottingham Forest striker, Taiwo Awoniyi, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The incident unfolded on Monday when Awoniyi visited the French Ambassador…
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W’Cup Qualifier: Super Eagles play 1-1 draw against South Africa
Pressure has mounted on the Super Eagles of Nigeria after the team played a 1-1 draw against Bafana Bafana of South Africa in the third round of the 2026 World Cup qualifier. Themba Zwane of South Africa opened the scoresheet in the 29th minute of the match played at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo,…
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Anthony Joshua’s next opponent revealed
The next opponent of Anthony Joshua has been revealed. Boxing promoter, Eddie Hearn, announced that Anthony Joshua will face the winner of the Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk bout, provided he defeats Daniel Dubois in their upcoming fight in September. Joshua’s last fight was in March, where he delivered a spectacular knockout against former…
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Amokachi reportedly rejects being Finidi George’s Assistant
By Miracle Ogunde Daniel Amokachi has reportedly rejected being an Assistant to the Super Eagles coach, Finidi George as he fails to show up, with only a few days to the 2026 World Cup qualifier against South Africa. According to latest report, the absence of the ex-player has raised questions about his role as…
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W’Cup qualifiers: Full house in Uyo as Okoye joins Eagles
Super Eagles goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye, joined his teammates late Wednesday night in Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital, for the crucial 2026 World Cup qualifiers against South Africa and Benin Republic. Okoye’s arrival means new gaffer Finidi George has the full complement of his 23-man squad for the crucial qualifiers against South Africa on Friday…
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CAF refutes AFCON 2025 postponement rumours
The Confederation of African Football, CAF, has denied reports the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations has been moved to early 2026. The 2025 AFCON finals is scheduled to hold in Morocco. Rumours, however, circulated about a potential postponement of the competition due to scheduling conflicts with the FIFA Club World Cup, set to take…
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BREAKING! AFCON 2025 Postponed (See New Date)
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, which is scheduled to take place in Morocco, will now take place in January 2026. AFCON 2025 was originally scheduled to take place in June, but the Club World Cup will be played in the United States from June 15 to July 13. The tournament is now…
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BREAKING: Chelsea announces New Manager
Chelsea FC have officially appointed Enzo Maresca as their new manager. The former Manchester City assistant coach and Leicester boss brings a wealth of experience to Stamford Bridge. Chelsea fans are eagerly anticipating how Maresca will shape the team’s strategy and performance in the upcoming season. The club’s announcement has sparked excitement and optimism…