Year: 2020
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Nigerians in NBA
All 8 Nigerian-born players selected in the 2020 NBA Draft
Eight players of Nigerian heritage were selected in the first and second round at the 2020 NBA Draft. As expected…
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Super Eagles
Sierra Leone v Nigeria: Club-less Musa starts again, Ekong picked over Ajayi as Aina returns
Super Eagles club-less captain Ahmed Musa would lead the team as they seek redemption against the Leone Stars of Sierra…
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Basketball
Paul links up with Booker after trade from Thunder to Suns in six-player deal
Chris Paul has been traded to the Phoenix Suns in a blockbuster deal with the Oklahoma City Thunder, according to…
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Tennis
Novak Djokovic feeling torn after equalling ATP record
Novak Djokovic has mixed emotions after claiming a record-equalling sixth trophy for finishing as the ATP’s year-end number one. Djokovic…
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Off the Pitch
How I escaped from my kidnappers in Warri – Christian Obodo
Former Super Eagles midfielder Christian Obodo has recounted his experience at the hands of kidnappers and revealed how he escaped…
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Boxing
Tyson Fury reveals that he will not return to the ring until 2021
Tyson Fury has shelved plans to fight in London on December 5 and will delay his return to the ring…
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Golf
Dustin Johnson wins 2020 Masters at Augusta National
A month after having to self-isolate in a Las Vegas hotel room, Dustin Johnson distanced himself from his rivals to…
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Super Eagles
We’ll give Nigeria 1 handicap in Freetown – Ishay Johnson
Sierra Loene Football Association president Ishay Johnson has joked that her side would give Nigeria one goal ahead in their…
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F1
Lewis Hamilton wins Turkish GP to claim record equalling 7th World Championship title.
Lewis Hamilton has won the Turkish Grand Prix to claim an historic seventh world championship title. Hamilton produced the drive…
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Super Eagles
Nigeria 4 Sierra Leone 4: Eagles settle for draw after throwing away 4-goal lead
Leaders Nigeria squandered a four-goal advantage at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City to delay their qualification for the…
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Super Eagles
VIDEO: Samuel Chukweuze super goal against Sierra Loene
Samuel Chukwueze has just scored a super goal for Super Eagles in their AFCON qualifiers clash against Leone Stars at…
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Super Eagles
Iwobi, Osimhen, Chukwueze on target as Nigeria lead 4-1 against Sierra Leone
Alex Iwobi’s brace, one goal each from Victor Osimhen and Samuel Chukwueze have given Nigeria a comfortable 4-1 win against…
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Other Sports
Eagles all covid-19 negative as three points beckon against Leone Stars
Nigeria’s Super Eagles are physically, mentally, psychologically and medically fit for Friday’s AFCON qualifier against the Leone Stars of Sierra…
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Transfer
Daniel Etor joins Suwaiq Club to remain in Oman
Daniel Etor has joined Suwaiq Club to remain in Oman for the fourth consecutive seasons. The Super Eagles forward who…
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Super Eagles
Osimhen, Chukwueze will be future Africa’s super stars – Pinnick
Nigeria Football Federation boss Amaju Pinnick believes Super Eagles youngsters Victor Osimhen and Samuel Chukwueze have the potential to become…
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Cricket
Mumbai Indians beat Delhi Capitals to win record extending 5th IPL title
Mumbai Indians rounded off a dominant campaign with a five-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals to win a record-extending fifth Indian…
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Super Eagles
AFCON Qualifiers: 16 Eagles hit camp for Leone Stars clash
Sixteen Super Eagles players have hit the camp as Nigeria prepare for the first installments of their AFCON qualifier games…
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Super Eagles
Top five Super Eagles stars from the weekend
Super Eagles players were in top form for their clubs as Nigeria prepare for a double heade AFCON qualifers games…
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Football
Trent Alexander-Arnold to miss six Liverpool games with calf injury
Liverpool have been rocked by news that defender Trent Alexander-Arnold will be out for a month after sustaining a calf…
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Football
Arsenal’s £72m record signing says he has lost his smiles
Arsenal’s £72m record signing Nicolas Pepe has revealed that his unhappy at the London club. Ivorian joined Arsenal from Lille…
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Football
Thiago Silva revels in having Frank Lampard as his manager
Chelsea stand-in captain and new signing Thiago Silva is delighted to be coached by Frank Lampard. The Brazilian in an…
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Super Eagles
Musa eyes a Nigeria win against Sierra Leone in his mother’s home town for the fans
Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa is looking forward to a win for Nigeria in the first instalment of their AFCON…
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Transfer
Aston Villa move a ‘step up’ from Arsenal – Emiliano Martinez
Emiliano Martinez believes his move to Aston Villa from Arsenal was a “step up” as he continues to shine for…
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Super Eagles
NFF: Agents, coaches who engage in sharp practices will be prosecuted
The Nigeria Football Federation has issued a strong warning against sharp practices by player-managers, football agents, coaches and even parents…
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Super Eagles
AFCON Qualifier: CAF bars media, journalists from Nigeria, Sierra Leone match
The Confederation of African Football has categorically stated that no journalists or supporters would be allowed inside the Samuel Ogbemudia…
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Off the Pitch
Samuel Eto’o hospitalized with minor head injury after car accident in Cameroon
Samuel Eto’o has been taken to the hospital where he is recovering from a minor head injury after his car…
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Football
Joe Aribo scores two as Rangers trash Hamilton 8-0
Super Eagles midfielder Joe Aribo scored twice as Rangers trashed Hamilton 8-0 in a Scottish League game at the Ibrox…
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Serie A
Milan 2 Verona 2: Ibrahimovic sets unique record after breaking his and Shevchenko records
39-year-old Zlatan Ibrahimovic scored a last gasp goal in AC Milan 2-2 draw against Hellas Verona to set a unique…
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La Liga
Valencia 4 Madrid 1: Soler scores three penalties as Los Blancos continue losing streak with pink kits
Carlos Soler scored three goals all from the spot kick to give Valencia a 4-1 win against Real Madrid in…
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EPL
Barkley sends message to Lampard after another top display against a top 6 team
Ross Barkley has been in top for since he joined Aston Villa on loan from Chelsea. The English midfielder was…
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