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Nigeria draws 2–2 with Jordan in International friendly

Abdullahi Mustapha April 1, 2026 0

Nigeria national football team played out an entertaining 2–2 draw against Jordan national football team in an international friendly on Tuesday at the Mardan Sports Complex in Antalya, Turkey. Jordan struck first in the 17th minute through Mousa Al-Tamari, who converted a well-taken free kick

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Tuanzebe Fires DR Congo to World Cup as fans celebrate historic qualification

Abdullahi Mustapha April 1, 2026 0

Ecstatic fans flooded the rain-soaked streets of Kinshasa, dancing late into the night after the Democratic Republic of the Congo secured a historic return to the FIFA World Cup for the first time in 52 years. Defender Axel Tuanzebe emerged the hero, scoring the decisive goal in a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Jamaica after extra […]

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Ghana sacks coach Otto Addo weeks before 2026 World Cup

Abdullahi Mustapha March 31, 2026 0

Ghana has dismissed head coach Otto Addo just hours after a friendly loss to Germany, leaving the Black Stars without a manager barely 10 weeks before the 2026 World Cup. The decision follows Monday’s 2-1 defeat in Stuttgart, where Germany needed a late goal from Deniz Undav to secure victory. The result marked Ghana’s fourth […]

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Nigeria makes history as Samson Adamu secures top CAF Administrative role

Abdullahi Mustapha March 30, 2026 0

Nigeria has recorded a major milestone in football administration following the appointment of Samson Adamu as Acting Secretary General of the Confederation of African Football (CAF). The National Sports Commission (NSC) described the development as a historic achievement, noting that it is the first time in over seven decades that a Nigerian will occupy the […]

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📰 Senegal Parades AFCON Trophy Despite Title Controversy

Tawheed Yakub March 28, 2026 0

Senegal has sparked widespread debate after going ahead to parade the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) trophy despite reports that the title had been stripped. Celebrations were held across the country as players and officials showcased the trophy to fans, drawing large crowds and national excitement. The parade, however, comes amid growing controversy surrounding the […]

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Nigeria edges Iran 2–1 in international friendly clash

Gift Luckson March 28, 2026 0

In a tightly contested international friendly played largely behind closed doors in Antalya, Turkey, Nigeria secured a 2-1 victory over Iran on Friday. The match, held at the home ground of Turkish Süper Lig side Antalyaspor, served as a crucial preparation fixture for both nations, albeit under vastly different circumstances. Iran’s path to the World […]

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IOC restricts women’s Olympic events to biological females, introduces mandatory gene testing

Abdullahi Mustapha March 26, 2026 0

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced a new policy restricting participation in women’s events at the Olympic Games to biological females. In a statement released on Thursday, the committee said all athletes seeking to compete in female categories will be required to undergo a one-time Sex Determining Region Y (SRY) gene test to verify […]

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The nerves and strength of winning at an older age, by Gift Luckson

Abdullahi Mustapha March 25, 2026 Post a comment

The air in the arena was thick with the scent of floor wax and nervous energy. For Leo, the “twilight of his career” wasn’t just a phrase sports commentators used—it was the dull ache in his left knee every time he pivoted. ​At thirty-six, Leo was the oldest player in the league. He was the […]

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Fans drag FIFA to EU Court over skyrocketing 2026 World Cup ticket prices

Abdullahi Mustapha March 24, 2026 0

A European supporters’ group has filed a lawsuit against FIFA, accusing the global football body of inflating ticket prices for the 2026 World Cup and exploiting its control over ticket sales. The complaint, submitted to the European Commission by Football Supporters Europe (FSE) and Euroconsumers, alleges that FIFA abused its monopoly to impose excessive pricing […]

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Man City ends trophy drought, defeats Arsenal 2-0 to win Carabao Cup

Gift Luckson March 23, 2026 0

Manchester City thrashed Kepa Arrizabalaga’s howler to lift the League Cup as Nico O’Reilly’s double sealed a 2-0 win against Arsenal in Sunday’s final at Wembley. Arsenal goalkeeper Kepa already had a tortured relationship with the League Cup and the Spaniard’s latest mishap in the tournament’s showpiece proved decisive. Allowing Rayan Cherki’s cross to slip […]