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September 10, 2026 5:13 pm
EPL: Premier League releases 2026/27 festive fixtures
September 10, 2026 4:04 pm
France withdraws support for Infantino as FIFA president
September 10, 2026 3:34 pm
EPL: Arsenal set to renew Arteta’s contract – Reports
September 10, 2026 3:17 pm
Morocco names Casablanca as 2030 World Cup final venue
September 10, 2026 1:27 pm
EPL: Hull City terminate Akintola’s contract ahead of Omonoia FC move
September 10, 2026 1:24 pm
FG pays $100,000 each to D’Tigress players following fifth Afrobasket title
Noah Okafor quits Switzerland over ‘broken trust’ under coach
September 10, 2026 5:54 pm
France will not support Infantino in FIFA election – Federation chief
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EPL: Pochettino demands Premier League strip Chelsea of 2016-17 title
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La Liga: Rodri apologises after criticism over Valencia remark
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National Intermediate Games postponed to Q1 of 2027 – Official
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UCL: Galatasaray coach slams referee after Champions League defeat
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EPL: Premier League releases 2026/27 festive fixtures
The Premier League fixtures for the festive period are out. See the full 2026/27 schedule, including Boxing Day matches and key New Year clashes….
France withdraws support for Infantino as FIFA president
The French Football Federation has withdrawn its support for Gianni Infantino’s FIFA presidency, joining other European nations over governance concerns….
EPL: Arsenal set to renew Arteta’s contract – Reports
Arsenal are reportedly close to renewing Mikel Arteta’s contract, with a new long-term deal set to make the Spaniard one of the highest-paid managers….
Morocco names Casablanca as 2030 World Cup final venue
Morocco announces Casablanca will host the 2030 World Cup final at a new 115,000-seat stadium, despite no official confirmation from FIFA….
Nigerian winger David Akintola has had his contract terminated by Hull City, allowing him to complete a permanent move to Cypriot club Omonoia FC….
FG pays $100,000 each to D’Tigress players following fifth Afrobasket title
The Federal Government has paid the D’Tigress reward of $100,000 each to players for winning the 2025 FIBA Women’s Afrobasket title, the NSC confirms….
France’s Football Federation withdraws support for Gianni Infantino’s 2027 FIFA presidency bid, joining other European nations in opposition….
Mauricio Pochettino demands Chelsea be stripped of their 2016-17 Premier League title and it be awarded to his former Spurs side after financial breaches….
La Liga: Rodri apologises after criticism over Valencia remark
Barcelona midfielder Rodri issues an apology to Valencia after being accused of calling them ‘very weak’ during a private conversation on the bench….
National Intermediate Games postponed to Q1 of 2027 – Official
The inaugural National Intermediate Games, scheduled for Lagos in Oct 2026, have been postponed to the first quarter of 2027 to ensure a world-class event….
UCL: Galatasaray coach slams referee after Champions League defeat
Galatasaray coach Okan Buruk slams the referee’s decisions after a 3-1 Champions League defeat to Sporting CP, citing a controversial penalty….
João Pedro returns to Brazil squad as Ancelotti begins rebuild after World Cup
Carlo Ancelotti begins his rebuild of the Brazil squad, recalling Chelsea’s João Pedro and Raphinha for upcoming international friendlies….
Osimhen out, who leads Eagles’ attack?
With Victor Osimhen injured, who will lead the Super Eagles attack? We analyse the top contenders for Nigeria’s upcoming AFCON qualifiers….
Iwobi deletes Fulham posts after recent jeers
Nigerian star Alex Iwobi deletes all Fulham-related posts from his Instagram after being jeered by fans during a Premier League defeat. Read more….
I’m not stupid, Chisora declines Itauma fight
Veteran British heavyweight Derek Chisora has ruled out a potential Chisora Itauma fight, telling his promoter Frank Warren ‘I’m not that stupid’….
Super Eagles defender Emmanuel Fernandez says he ignores critics and is focused on improving his form after a slow start to the season with Rangers….
Former striker Clinton Morrison believes Taiwo Awoniyi has rediscovered his hunger and can be a key player for newly promoted Coventry City in the Premier …
Aina optimistic despite slow Forest start
Super Eagles defender Ola Aina discusses Nottingham Forest’s slow start, life after Taiwo Awoniyi, and his ambitions for the season under Oliver Glasner….
Falconets seek redemption against China
Nigeria’s Falconets face China in a crucial U-20 Women’s World Cup match after losing to Spain. Can they secure a win to keep their knockout hopes alive?…
Players’ union demands inclusive football reforms
Nigeria’s players’ union, PFAN, calls for holistic and inclusive Nigerian football reforms following the NFF board’s resignation. Read more on their demand…
Deaf sports stakeholders lament NSF exclusion, call for FG aid
Stakeholders in Deaf sports lament their exclusion from the 2026 National Sports Festival and call on the Federal Government to ensure their participation….
Pitch Awards target emerging stars as Osimhen, Ajibade win big
Victor Osimhen and Rasheedat Ajibade were crowned King and Queen at the Nigeria Pitch Awards, which also introduced a new Emerging Star category….
Azeez signing thrills Brighton coach Hürzeler
Brighton coach Fabian Hürzeler reveals the qualities he admires in new signing Femi Azeez, following the Super Eagles winger’s move from Millwall….
Lekki Scrabble Classics introduces U-12 category
The 2026 Lekki Scrabble Classics will feature a new U-12 category to nurture young talent and create a pathway for future Nigerian Scrabble champions….
Ogbu, Nwachukwu lead Nigerian UCL stars
Nigerian duo Igoh Ogbu and Christian Nwachukwu headline a group of Nigerian players in action across Thursday’s opening round of Champions League Phase fixtures, with Prosper Obah also involved as S…
W’Cup: Akekoromowei rejoins Falconets in Poland
Benfica’s Janet Akekoromowei rejoins the Falconets in Poland, providing a major boost ahead of their crucial U-20 World Cup clash against China….
Nigeria’s Oluwaseun Ogunsakin exits the US Open Junior Championships in the second round after a hard-fought loss to South Africa’s Connor Doig….
Cricket: NCF promises better W’Cup prep for U-19 girls
The Nigeria Cricket Federation has promised better preparation for the Junior Yellow Greens ahead of the 2027 U-19 Women’s World Cup in Bangladesh and Nepa…
UCL: Liverpool rally past Atletico as Sporting stun Galatasaray 3-1 in Lisbon
Get the latest UCL results as Liverpool came from behind to beat Atletico Madrid 2-1, while Sporting CP also rallied to defeat Galatasaray 3-1 in Lisbon….
EFL: Chelsea hit Leeds United 6-3 to advance in League Cup
Chelsea fought back from two goals down to beat Leeds 6-3 in a chaotic EFL Cup third-round classic, with Cole Palmer and Danny Welbeck leading the charge….
UCL: Ødegaard fires Arsenal to 1-0 win at Napoli
Martin Ødegaard’s superb 75th-minute strike secured Arsenal a hard-fought 1-0 victory away at Napoli in their Champions League league-phase opener at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona. The Arsenal …