Ruben Dias on Portugal's 2026 World Cup Goals with Ronaldo
Manchester City's Ruben Dias shares Portugal's ambitions for the 2026 FIFA World Cup as Cristiano Ronaldo prepares for his potential final tournament appearance.
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NPFL 2025/26: Dramatic Finale Sees Mairiga Win Golden Boot
The 2025/26 NPFL season ended dramatically with Jonathan Mairiga winning the Golden Boot and Michael Atata the Golden Glove, amid relegation heartbreak and title celebrations.
AFN makes trials mandatory for 2026 Commonwealth Games
The AFN announced mandatory national trials for athletes aiming for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, from June 20-22 at YABATECH, Lagos.
Siasia, Mighty George Become Betcamp Ambassadors
Former Super Eagles coach Samson Siasia and broadcaster Mighty George are unveiled as brand ambassadors for Betcamp, Nigeria's new sports betting platform, ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
NIS decentralises operations, says Shaibu
NIS Director General Phillip Shaibu announces decentralisation of operations to six zonal offices, scholarships for Okpekpe race finishers, and plans to produce world-class marathon runners.
NBBF Opens U-18 Basketball Camps in Benin, Lagos, Abuja
The Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) will hold simultaneous U-18 camps in Benin, Lagos, and Abuja starting June 6, 2026, to prepare for the FIBA Africa U-18 Championships zone three qualifiers in Burkina Faso.
NSITF, Yoke Solutions to Represent Nigeria at WCGC Finals
NSITF and Yoke Solutions won the World Corporate Golf Challenge national finals, securing spots to represent Nigeria at the WCGC World Finals in Beijing this October.
Supercomputer Predicts 32 Teams for 2026 World Cup Knockouts
Opta's supercomputer predicts the 32 teams advancing to the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including top two and best third-placed teams.
Anthony Joshua: I Still Have Three or Four Years Left
Anthony Joshua says he has three or four years left in boxing ahead of his return against Kristian Prenga on July 25, with a potential Tyson Fury fight later this year.
Sabalenka Threatens to Quit Tennis After 10-Game Loss
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka says she wants to quit tennis after losing 10 consecutive games in a French Open quarter-final meltdown against Diana Shnaider.
Dembele Drops to Second in Ballon d'Or Rankings
Ousmane Dembele has slipped to second place in the latest Ballon d'Or power rankings, with Harry Kane taking the lead after a 61-goal season. The upcoming World Cup could decide the winner.
Messi and Mbappe Chase World Cup Scoring Record in 2026
Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe aim to break Miroslav Klose's World Cup record of 16 goals in the 2026 tournament. Messi has 13, Mbappe has 12.
Audi Crooks Parents: Jimmie Crooks and Michelle Vitzthum
Discover the inspiring story of Audi Crooks' parents, Jimmie Crooks and Michelle Vitzthum, and how their support shaped her college basketball career.
China, Nigeria Seek Deeper Sports Administration Partnership
China and Nigeria have expressed readiness to strengthen cooperation in sports administration and development, highlighted at a Wushu exhibition in Abuja.
Greek Footballer Marios Oikonomou Dies at 34 After Crash
Former Greece international Marios Oikonomou has died at age 34 after nine days in a coma following a motorcycle accident. Tributes pour in from clubs across Greece and Italy.
2026 World Cup: Top 10 Highest-Paid Managers Including Ancelotti and Tuchel
Carlo Ancelotti tops the list of highest-paid coaches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, earning £8.28m annually. Thomas Tuchel and Mauricio Pochettino follow.
Tobi Amusan Smashes Meeting Record in Rabat Diamond League Victory
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan won the Rabat Diamond League 100m hurdles in 12.28 seconds, breaking her own meeting record and securing her first Diamond League win of 2026.
Flamingos Coach Praises Team Progress After 6-0 Victory
Nigeria's Flamingos coach Akeem Busari praised his team's development after a 6-0 win over Guinea but highlighted areas needing improvement ahead of the next World Cup qualifier round.
Joshua: Contract Means Nothing Without Victory Over Fury
Anthony Joshua says signing the fight deal with Tyson Fury is meaningless unless he wins. He faces Kristian Prenga on July 25 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Joshua Vows to Support Families of Late Friends in Nigeria
British-Nigerian boxer Anthony Joshua pledges to be a 'good soldier' for the parents of two friends killed in a car crash in Nigeria, putting their needs first.
Ballon d'Or 2026 Moves to London for 70th Anniversary
The 2026 Ballon d'Or award ceremony will be held in London, England, for the first time, marking the 70th anniversary of the prestigious football award.
Muller Picks 2026 Ballon d'Or Winner
Bayern Munich legend Thomas Muller has chosen between Harry Kane and Michael Olise as his favorite to win the 2026 Ballon d'Or, citing Olise's artistic style.
Tobi Amusan Sets New Diamond League Record in Rabat
Nigerian star Tobi Amusan wins Rabat Diamond League with 12.28 seconds, matching season's best and breaking her own meeting record.
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Carry1st and Call of Duty Mobile Launch Africa Cup 2026
Carry1st and Call of Duty Mobile announce the Carry1st Africa Cup 2026, the continent's largest mobile esports tournament with a $30,000 prize pool, culminating in Lagos.
Supercomputer Predicts Top 5 Favourites for 2026 World Cup
Opta's supercomputer has predicted Spain, France, England, Argentina, and Portugal as top favourites for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Ochoa Set for Historic Sixth World Cup
Guillermo Ochoa, 40, becomes first goalkeeper to feature in six World Cups, named in Mexico's squad for the 2026 finals.
Nnadozie Loses First Final as Man City Win Historic Double
Super Falcons star Chiamaka Nnadozie suffered her first career final defeat as Manchester City beat Brighton 4-0 to complete a historic domestic double in the Women's FA Cup final.
Middle Belt Tigers Win Inaugural Nigeria Cricket Super League
Middle Belt Tigers defeated Southern Sharks by six runs to become the first champions of the Nigeria Cricket Super League at TBS Oval, Lagos.
Grange, St Saviour’s Dominate Dolphin Swimming Awards
Grange and St Saviour’s schools retain titles at Dolphin Swimming League Season 7 awards. Rising stars Oguegbu, Dumuje-Abili, and Ibidapo win MVP honours in Lagos.
Ajayi's 9.84s World Lead a Major Achievement
Former AFN head coach Seigha Porbeni hails Kanyinsola Ajayi's 9.84s run as a major achievement, highlighting administrative challenges in Nigerian athletics.
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