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Three Key Areas Super Falcons Must Improve To Beat Egypt At WAFCON
The Super Falcons will need to sharpen key aspects of their performance against Egypt as they seek a crucial victory to boost their chances of reaching the knockout stage of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). The Super Falcons warming up ahead of a game. Photo credit: cafonline.com For the Super Falcons, qualifying…
Wenger Backs Decision To Scrap Infantino’s World Cup Investment Plan
Former Arsenal manager Arsène Wenger says it was “absolutely necessary” to abandon FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s proposal to sell a 20 per cent stake in the World Cup to private equity investors through FIFA Forward Enterprise. FIFA President Gianni Infantino. Odd ANDERSEN / AFP) Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger said the decision to scrap FIFA…
Chelsea Sign Former Liverpool Captain Jordan Henderson
Chelsea have completed the signing of former Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson, with the England midfielder agreeing to a two-year deal after featuring in the Three Lions’ 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign. Jordan Henderson. X/@ChelseaFC Chelsea announced the signing of veteran England midfielder Jordan Henderson from Premier League rivals Brentford on Monday. The former Liverpool captain,…
Shaibu Hails Team Nigeria’s Impressive Commonwealth Games Outing
Former Edo State Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu has praised Team Nigeria’s performance at the Commonwealth Games, saying it demonstrates the country’s sporting potential when athletes receive adequate support, proper preparation and a conducive environment. A combo image of Nwachukwu, Enekwechi and Nathaniel The Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Institute for Sports (NIS),…
Pochettino Commits To USA With Contract Extension Until 2030
Mauricio Pochettino has extended his contract as United States head coach through the 2030 FIFA World Cup after guiding the team to the last 16 at the 2026 tournament on home soil. FILE: US national team coach Mauricio Pochettino. Anne-Christine POUJOULAT / AFP Mauricio Pochettino has signed a contract extension to remain the head coach…
2027 Polls: INEC’s Reforms Encouraging, But More Work Needed — Prof Ikechukwu
Prof. Ikechukwu says the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has taken reassuring steps toward the 2027 general election but cautioned that more efforts are needed to ensure a credible, transparent and hitch-free electoral process. “Beginning with the electoral process, the steps INEC has taken can be described as reassuring. In other words, there would be…
Veteran Striker Dzeko Extends Schalke Stay At 40
Bosnia and Herzegovina captain Edin Dzeko has signed a contract extension with Schalke, prolonging his stay at the club after joining on a free transfer in January. Edin Dzeko. X/@s04 Veteran Bosnian striker Edin Dzeko has signed a one-year contract extension with Schalke after helping them return to the Bundesliga last season, the German club…
HeMan United Women Part Ways With Coach Marc Skinner
Marc Skinner has stepped down as Manchester United Women’s head coach, ending a five-year spell that saw him guide the club to its first major trophy with FA Cup success in 2024. Marc Skinner Marc Skinner has left his role as Manchester United head coach by mutual agreement, a month before the start of the…
Welsh FA Withdraws Backing for Infantino’s FIFA Re-Election
The Welsh Football Association has withdrawn its support for Gianni Infantino’s bid for another term as FIFA president, with the English FA also reportedly informing the global football body that it no longer backs his re-election. In this file photo taken on March 18, 2016 FIFA President Gianni Infantino gives a press conference following an…
Headline: Team Nigeria Emerges Top African Nation At 2026 Commonwealth Games
Lede: Team Nigeria finished as the highest-ranked African country at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, securing seventh place overall with 10 gold medals to cap an impressive campaign. A combo image of Nwachukwu, Enekwechi and Nathaniel Team Nigeria ended the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, as one of the competition’s top-performing nations, finishing seventh on…
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