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The Super Falcons of Nigeria have qualified for the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations after defeating Egypt 6-2 in Casablanca on Wednesday. Asisat Oshoala opened the scoring from the penalty spot before Gift Monday added a second just before half-time, while Egypt pulled one back through […]

Brazilian mixed martial artist Allan Nascimento has died at the age of 34 after suffering a suspected heart attack in his sleep, the UFC has announced. Nascimento, who joined the promotion in 2021, compiled a professional record of 22 wins and seven losses, with his last bout coming in June […]

Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen has joined Ajax on loan for the 2026/27 season after losing his starting spot at the Catalan club. The German goalkeeper spent part of last season on loan at Girona before a hamstring injury ended his campaign.

The Football Association is set to withdraw its support for FIFA president Gianni Infantino’s re-election bid, following Wales’ decision to become the first association to officially cut ties with his campaign. The move adds to growing pressure on Infantino after criticism over governance issues and the failed plan to sell […]

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has withdrawn plans to sell a stake in the FIFA World Cup to private investors after the proposal failed to gain sufficient backing from major football bodies, including UEFA, CONCACAF, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC), and two members of FIFA’s leadership. Infantino confirmed that the proposal […]

GLASGOW — World record holder Tobi Amusan has revealed that a pre-tournament knee injury and chilly weather conditions were behind her surprising third-place finish in the women’s 100m hurdles final at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. Amusan entered Thursday evening’s final as the heavy favorite, aiming to defend […]

July 30, 2026LONDON — Chelsea have completed the signing of Crystal Palace defender Maxence Lacroix in a deal worth £52 million. The French centre-back has signed a six-year contract with the Premier League club, keeping him at Stamford Bridge until 2032. The move keeps him in London after two seasons […]

GLASGOW — Nigeria’s Tobi Amusan produced a commanding performance on Thursday to qualify for the women’s 100m hurdles final at the 2026 Commonwealth Games. The former world champion won the opening semifinal in a time of 12.19 seconds, underlining her status as one of the favourites for gold. Amusan finished […]

ILORIN — The Kwara State Sports Commission has announced the 8th Edition of the Kwara State Sports Festival, scheduled to be held from August 21st to August 29th, 2026, in Ilorin. The event is described as the state’s premier sporting fiesta and a demonstration of the government’s commitment to grassroots […]

GLASGOW — Team Nigeria maintained fifth position on the medals table at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow following Wednesday’s events, with a total of 14 medals. The breakdown released by Team Nigeria shows 7 gold, 5 silver and 2 bronze medals so far. Nigeria’s success has come across four […]