Year: 2026
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Tennis
Tuayeva handed nearly Four-Year Ban for Match Fixing
Russian tennis player Alana Tuayeva has been banned from professional tennis for three years and nine months after admitting to…
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Tennis
Swiatek calls Muchova the “Roger Federer of Women’s Tennis”
World No. 2 Iga Swiatek has praised her next opponent, Karolina Muchova, describing her as the “Roger Federer of women’s…
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Tennis
Tsitsipas makes Doubles history with the Big Three
Greek tennis star Stefanos Tsitsipas has added another unusual milestone to his career, becoming the first player to partner in…
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Champions League
Victor Osimhen Shines as Galatasaray Beat Liverpool 1-0
Victor Osimhen played a starring role as Galatasaray defeated Liverpool 1-0 in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 first…
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Tennis
Alcaraz Jokes after Brother wins Hottie Coach Award
World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz shared a lighthearted reaction after his older brother and coach Álvaro Alcaraz was voted “Hottie…
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Tennis
Sabalenka credits Mirnyi after Indian Wells Win
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka credited her coach, Max Mirnyi, after defeating Naomi Osaka to reach the quarterfinals of the…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Valencia Star Duro Hails Sadiq Umar After Impressive Display
Former Real Madrid forward Hugo Duro has praised Super Eagles striker Sadiq Umar following his strong performances for Valencia in…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Akor Adams Shines for Sevilla but Nigerian Striker Demands More Goals
Super Eagles striker Akor Adams is becoming one of the key attacking players for Sevilla this season after another important…
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Champions League
Champions League Round of 16: Big Predictions as Osimhen, Salah, Mbappe and Other Stars Prepare for European Battles
The UEFA Champions League enters the Round of 16 this week, with Europe’s top clubs set for crucial first-leg matches…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Slot Warns Liverpool Defence Must Stop Osimhen in Champions League Clash
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has warned that his team must be ready to deal with Victor Osimhen when they face…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Paul Onuachu Nets Twice in Trabzonspor’s 3-1 Win Over Kayserispor
Super Eagles striker Paul Onuachu scored two goals as Trabzonspor defeated Kayserispor 3–1 in a Turkish Super Lig match played…
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Barcelona
Why Lionel Messi Did Not Return to Barcelona – Xavi Speaks Out
Former FC Barcelona coach Xavi Hernández has revealed why Lionel Messi did not return to the Spanish club, saying club…
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9ja Flavour
Ex-Super Eagles Coach Festus Adegboye Onigbinde Dies at 88
Festus Adegboye Onigbinde, a former head coach of Nigeria’s national football team, the Super Eagles, has died at the age…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Önder Özen Praises Osimhen’s Work Rate After Derby Winner
Former Fenerbahce assistant manager Önder Özen has praised Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen for his impressive defensive effort after Galatasaray’s…
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9ja Flavour
NFF Announces Fines for Clubs, Sanctions Gombe United, Wikki Tourist and Kwara United
The Nigeria Football Federation has announced that clubs that fail to honour matches in the national preliminaries of the President…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Osimhen Faces Suspension Risk Ahead of Galatasaray’s Champions League Clash with Liverpool
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen could face suspension when Galatasaray take on Liverpool in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Akor Adams Scores as Sevilla Share Points with Rayo Vallecano
Super Eagles striker Akor Adams was on the scoresheet as Sevilla FC played out a 1–1 draw against Rayo Vallecano…
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Super Eagles
Eric Chelle Not Leaving Super Eagles for Morocco, Says Team Media Officer
Super Eagles Media Officer Promise Efoghe has dismissed reports claiming that Nigeria’s head coach Eric Chelle is set to leave…
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Other Sports
Ugo Ugochukwu wins F3 Feature Race in Melbourne
Young American driver Ugo Ugochukwu claimed a major victory in the FIA Formula 3 Championship, winning the Feature Race during…
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Tennis
Panna Udvardy reveals threats before Match
Hungarian tennis player Panna Udvardy has revealed that she received disturbing threats before her match at a tournament in Antalya,…
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Women's Football
Safety fears grow for Iran Women’s Team
Concerns have been raised about the safety of the Iran women’s national football team after their elimination from the AFC…
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Women's Football
Melvine Malard says her energy has lifted Manchester United
Manchester United women forward Melvine Malard believes the positivity she brings to the squad has helped shape the atmosphere around…
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9ja Flavour
Enugu Rangers, Seven Other Nigerian Teams Set for Viareggio Cup Kickoff in Italy
Eight Nigerian clubs will begin their quest for glory at the prestigious youth football competition, the Viareggio Cup, which kicks…
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Nigeria Professional Football League
NPFL Round-Up: Rangers Hit Remo Stars for Four as Kwara United Stun Katsina
Matchday 29 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) produced several surprising outcomes as teams fought hard for points with…
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Nigeria Professional Football League
Wikki Tourists Declare Isa Aliyu Ndala AWOL After Trial Absence
Wikki Tourists FC have declared their player, Isa Aliyu Ndala, Absent Without Official Leave (AWOL) after he failed to return…
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Nigeria Professional Football League
NPFL Matchday 29 Preview: Key Matches, Predictions and What to Expect
Matchday 29 of the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League continues on Sunday, March 8, 2026, with several important games that…
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Nigeria National League
Erikan Francis Vows to Help Heartland Return to NPFL After Win Over Smart City
Erikan Francis has restated his commitment to help Heartland FC regain promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League after scoring…
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Nigeria Professional Football League
Abdallah Eyes Three Points as Warri Wolves Prepare to Face Enyimba
Technical Adviser of Warri Wolves FC, Hassan Abdallah, says his team is determined to secure maximum points when they face…
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Nigeria National League
Umar Farouq Auwal Denies Links With Kano Clubs After NNL Match Controversy
A Match Commissioner in the Nigerian National League (NNL), Umar Farouq Auwal, has denied allegations linking him with football clubs…
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9ja Flavour
One Year On: Paul Bassey Drives Sporting Revival in Akwa Ibom
One year after his appointment as Akwa Ibom State Commissioner for Sports, veteran journalist and football administrator Paul Bassey is…
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