Year: 2024
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International Football
Roberto Mancini sacked as Saudi Arabia coach
Roberto Mancini has been removed as head coach of the Saudi Arabia national team just one year after taking the…
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Other Sports
Nigeria’s Chukwuebuka Enekwechi Inducted into Purdue University Hall of Fame following sporting exploits in 2024
Nigerian shot put record-holder Chukwuebuka Enekwechi has been inducted into Purdue University’s Hall of Fame, marking another milestone in his…
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Basketball
NBA Season Summary: Results After Day Two
The first two days of the NBA regular season have brought exciting matchups, impressive performances, and close finishes. Here’s a…
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Basketball
Top American Basketball Young Stars to Watch in the 2024 Season
The 2024 basketball season promises to be thrilling, with many young stars making waves across the NBA. These players are…
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Tennis
Maria Sharapova and Bryan Brothers Inducted into Tennis Hall of Fame
Maria Sharapova, a five-time Grand Slam singles champion, and American twins Bob and Mike Bryan have been selected for induction…
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Basketball
Victor Wembanyama: Can the 7-foot-4 star get on the NBA MVP discussion this year
Victor Wembanyama delivered a stunning debut last season, and fans are excited to see how much more the 7-foot-4 star…
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Basketball
How did Giannis Antetokounmpo perform in Bucks victory over Philadelphia?
The Milwaukee Bucks began their season with a convincing 124-109 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers at the Wells Fargo Center,…
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Man Utd
Ten Hag: Why I Prefer Antony to Diallo
Amad Diallo has gone from being named Manchester United’s Player of the Month at the start of the season to…
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Man Utd
Ten Hag Explains Decision to Start Defender Mazraoui in No. 10 Role
Manchester United manager Erik Ten Hag has provided insight into his choice to deploy defender Noussair Mazraoui in the number…
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African Football
AFCON MVP William Troost-Ekong reacts to CAF Player of the Year nomination
Super Eagles defender William Troost-Ekong, the 2023 AFCON Most Valuable Player (MVP), expressed his excitement after being shortlisted for the…
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Flying Eagles
Flying Eagles of Nigeria defeat Ivory Coast to qualify for WAFU B U-20 Championship semifinal
The Flying Eagles of Nigeria secured a 2-1 victory over Cote d’Ivoire on Thursday, October 24, 2024, to qualify for…
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African Football
Victor Boniface reacts to CAF Player of the Year snub
Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface has responded to his omission from the CAF Player of the Year award shortlist, despite…
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African Football
Troost-Ekong and Lookman shortlisted for 2024 CAF African Player of the Year
Two Nigerian stars, William Troost-Ekong and Ademola Lookman, have been named in the final shortlist for the 2024 CAF African…
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Nigeria Professional Football League
NPFL adjusts kick-off time for Shooting Stars vs Akwa United clash
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has announced a change in the kick-off time for the Matchday 9 encounter between…
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African Football
Stanley Nwabali makes CAF goalkeeper of the year award shortlist
Nigerian goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali is in the running for the CAF Goalkeeper of the Year award and will face tough…
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Man Utd
‘Manchester United are not good anymore’ – Emmanuel Emenike taunts Red Devils
Former Super Eagles striker Emmanuel Emenike has fired shots at Manchester United ahead of their Europa League match against his…
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International Football
Who are the African players on the 2024 IFFHS men’s World best player award shortlist
Ademola Lookman and Victor Osimhen continue to earn global recognition for their stellar performances, as both Nigerian stars have been…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Nwankwo Kanu’s protege Izuogu Chibueze makes impressive start to life in Europe
Izuogu Chibueze, a 19-year-old talent from Enyimba and protégé of Nigerian football legend Nwankwo Kanu, has made an impressive start…
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Flamingoes
Nigeria vs USA: 2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup quater-final match preview
Nigeria U-17 women’s national football team, the Flamingos, will face the USA in a thrilling quarterfinal encounter at the 2024…
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Super Eagles
Super Eagles Improve FIFA ranking under Augustine Eguavoen
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have moved up in the latest FIFA World Rankings, climbing three places from 39th to…
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African Football
Africa’s First Female AFCON Referee, Salima Mukansanga, Announces Retirement
Salima Mukansanga, the first female referee to officiate at an African Cup of Nations (AFCON) match, has announced her retirement…
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Super Falcons
NFF Confirms New Venue for Super Falcons vs Algeria Friendly
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has announced a venue change for the first leg of the international friendly between the…
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Off the Pitch
Ahmed Musa gets government appointment
Super Eagles captain and Kano Pillars star, Ahmed Musa, has been appointed as the Sports Ambassador of Kano State by…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Super Eagles star turns down chance to remain at Turkish club, as Premier League opportunity beacons
Super Eagles defender Bright Osayi-Samuel could leave Fenerbahce after rejecting the club’s latest contract offer, reports suggest. The 26-year-old joined…
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Nigeria Sports News
Former LMC boss Shehu Dikko appointed Chairman of National Sports Commission
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Shehu Dikko as the Chairman of the newly reconstituted National Sports Commission (NSC). This…
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Basketball
Anthony Davis not history-making Lebron James and son, the real hero for Lakers vs Wolves
The Los Angeles Lakers’ 110-103 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday night was highlighted by a historic moment as…
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Basketball
LeBron James and Son Bronny make NBA history in Lakers opener
LeBron James and his son Bronny James made history as the first father-son duo to share the court in an…
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Nigeria Sports News
Ministry of Sports scrapped in Nigeria
The Federal Executive Council (FEC), led by President Bola Tinubu, has announced that the Ministry of Sports Development will no…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Who is Francis Onyeka? The Nigerian-eligible star replacing Victor Boniface in Leverkusen’s squad for the Brest clash
Bayer Leverkusen’s 17-year-old striker Francis Onyeka has been called up to the first team for their Champions League match against…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Why Victor Boniface is unavailable for Brest challenge today
Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface will miss Bayer Leverkusen’s Champions League match against Brest following injuries he sustained in a…
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