Florentino Perez Wins Eighth Term as Real Madrid President
Florentino Perez has been re-elected as Real Madrid president for an eighth term after a contested election, securing another four years in charge.
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CAF Backs Morocco for World Cup After AFCON 2025 Drama
CAF releases a statement supporting Morocco ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, praising their historic 2022 run and backing them for more success in North America.
Swiss Team Warned of Snakes at US World Cup Camp
Switzerland's 2026 World Cup base in San Diego has a designated 'snake area,' prompting caution for players and staff during training.
Denmark Gives Positive Update on Eriksen After Collapse
Denmark confirms Christian Eriksen is conscious and recovering after collapsing during a friendly against Ukraine. The match was abandoned as medical staff attended to the midfielder.
CAF President Motsepe Writes to Senegal Before 2026 World Cup
CAF President Dr Patrice Motsepe has written a letter to Senegal ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Teranga Lions are among 10 African representatives at the expanded tournament.
NSC Under Fire Over Failed African Games Bid
Nigeria's failed bid to host the 2031 African Games has sparked criticism, with stakeholders blaming poor preparation and questioning the National Sports Commission's claims of withdrawal.
Kaduna Teen Yohanna Zadok Signs for Brighton in £21.5m Deal
Yohanna Zadok, 18, moves from AIK Stockholm to Brighton for £21.5m. The Nigerian star, once playing in Kaduna, is set for Premier League action.
Minnows Dominate Federation Cup Quarterfinals
The 2026 Federation Cup quarterfinals feature only underdog teams after traditional giants like Rivers United and Enyimba were eliminated in shocking upsets.
Ofili Now Africa's Fastest 200m, Onojuvwevwo Rules 400m
Favour Ofili clocks 22.15 to top African 200m list, while Ella Onojuvwevwo wins 400m in 49.47, ranking second globally this season.
Henry Nwosu Was Like Messi and Maradona Combined
Former Green Eagles captain Sylvanus Okpala says Henry Nwosu was one of the finest footballers, comparing him to Messi and Maradona. Nwosu was buried in Imo State.
Eriksen Collapses Again; Fans Call for Retirement
Christian Eriksen collapsed during Denmark's friendly against Ukraine, prompting fans to urge retirement. He regained consciousness and is stable.
Obafemi Martins Urges Super Eagles to Prepare for 2030 World Cup
Former Super Eagles striker Obafemi Martins has expressed pain over Nigeria's absence from the 2026 FIFA World Cup and urged the team to prepare for 2030.
Eriksen Collapses in Denmark-Ukraine Friendly
Danish midfielder Christian Eriksen collapsed on the pitch during a friendly against Ukraine, leading to the match being abandoned. He is conscious and stable.
FIFA Bans Vuvuzelas, Bottles, and More at 2026 World Cup
FIFA releases full list of banned items for 2026 World Cup stadiums, including vuvuzelas, plastic bottles, fireworks, and large flags. Exceptions made for sealed water bottles.
Eriksen Collapses Again in Denmark Friendly, Match Abandoned
Christian Eriksen collapsed during Denmark's friendly against Ukraine, forcing the match to be abandoned. The Danish FA confirmed he is conscious and stable.
CAF Sends World Cup Message to Nigeria, Cameroon Despite Miss
CAF has sent a nostalgic message to Nigeria and Cameroon ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, despite both teams failing to qualify for the tournament in the USA, Mexico, and Canada.
Mbappé Picks Barcelona Hat-Trick as Career Best Over World Cup
Kylian Mbappé reveals his hat-trick against Barcelona is his career highlight, dismisses World Cup final rewatch, and praises Messi-Ronaldo rivalry.
Casillas: Messi Tougher Than Ronaldo in GOAT Debate
Iker Casillas admits Lionel Messi gave him sleepless nights, calling him harder to face than Cristiano Ronaldo. The Real Madrid legend also recalls Messi's call after his heart attack.
Shakira's Waka Waka and 4 Other Iconic World Cup Anthems
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, we revisit the most memorable official and unofficial anthems, including Shakira's Waka Waka and K'NAAN's Wavin' Flag.
NBA Champ Jordan Nwora Opens Basketball Camp in Lagos
NBA champion Jordan Nwora launched a youth basketball camp in Lagos, training 120 young players to discover future stars for Nigeria and Africa.
Zadok Yohanna Explains Why He Chose Brighton Over Chelsea and Real Madrid
Nigerian winger Zadok Yohanna, 18, explains why he rejected Chelsea and Real Madrid to join Brighton, citing youth development and game time as key factors.
Saraki Hails Zadok Yohanna's Record EPL Move
Former Senate President Bukola Saraki praises Nigerian teen Zadok Yohanna's £21.5m Brighton transfer, urges creation of football academies to nurture talent.
Top 10 Most Expensive Nigerian Teenage Football Transfers
Zadok Yohanna's €28m move to Brighton ranks second among the most expensive Nigerian teenage transfers, surpassing Victor Osimhen and John Obi Mikel, per Transfermarkt.
Ikon Allah Academy to Earn £537,500 from Yohanna Transfer
Brighton's £21.5m signing of Nigerian wonderkid Zadok Yohanna triggers FIFA solidarity payment, with Ikon Allah Academy set to receive around £537,500.
Nigerian Wonderkid Zadok Yohanna Joins Brighton from AIK
Brighton sign Nigerian teenager Zadok Yohanna from AIK Stockholm for €28m. The 18-year-old winger's rise from Kaduna to Premier League sparks joy across Nigeria.
Tuchel Not Super-Happy Despite England Win Over New Zealand
England manager Thomas Tuchel expressed dissatisfaction after a narrow 1-0 friendly win over New Zealand, citing positional issues and too many long balls.
Enekwechi Wins Gold at Znamensky Memorial in Russia
Nigerian shot put star Chukwuebuka Enekwechi wins gold at the Znamensky Memorial in Russia with a throw of 21.27m, defeating rivals from Mexico and Romania.
Evra Warns Yamal: 'Ask Messi' About My Defending
France legend Patrice Evra warns Barcelona's Lamine Yamal ahead of the 2026 World Cup, claiming he would have stopped him in his prime and telling him to ask Messi and Ronaldo.
PFL Africa Ramps Up Fan Drive Before June 13 Fight Night
PFL Africa expands its fan engagement in Lagos with street activations in Surulere and Marina, aiming to boost MMA awareness and ticket sales ahead of the June 13 Fight Night.
Arsenal Target PSG Star After UCL Final Loss
Arsenal are targeting Paris Saint-Germain defender Emmanuel Mbemba after losing the UEFA Champions League final on penalties to the French side.
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