The Super Eagles of Nigeria have departed for Kigali ahead of Tuesday’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying tie against the Amavubi of Rwanda. The players and their officials left the Victor Attah Airport, Uyo on Sunday afternoon. The Super Eagles plan two training sessions in Kigali before the clash with the home team. The …
Ugandan runner dies after boyfriend sets her ablaze
Rebecca Cheptegei, a marathon runner who competed for Uganda at the 2024 Paris Olympics, has died days after she was set on fire, allegedly by her boyfriend. Cheptegei, 33, was left fighting for her life in hospital for burns on 75 per cent of her body following a disagreement with her boyfriend outside their house …
Watford terminate Samuel Kalu’s contract
Nigerian winger Samuel Kalu’s contract with Watford has been officially terminated following a mutual agreement between the player and the club. The English Championship side confirmed the development in an official statement on Saturday, August 31. Kalu, who joined Watford from French club Bordeaux in January, struggled to secure regular playing time during his stint …
Failed transfer: Napoli refuse to take back Osimhen in Conte’s squad
Napoli have refused to reunite Victor Osimhen back into manager Antonio Conte’s squad. According to football transfer expert, the management of the Serie A club confirmed the decision on Saturday night. This follows after his move to Chelsea failed as the transfer window closed on Friday night. “Napoli confirm they have NO plans to reunite …
Cristiano Ronaldo wins UEFA CL highest goal scorer of all time
UEFA honor Cristiano Ronaldo with a trophy for being the Champions League’s all-time top scorer. Ronaldo via his twitter wrote…. Honored to receive this award from @ChampionsLeague for being the all-time top scorer of the competition. Grateful for all the support along the way! Thank you! 140 goals in 183 games. Congrats to him.
Transfer deadline day: Osimhen agrees terms with new club
Football transfer market expert, Ben Jacobs has provided updates on Victor Osimhen’s transfer to Chelsea. He also said that the Nigeria international has already agreed financials with Saudi Arabian side, Al-Ahli. According to him, Chelsea have informed Napoli they are prepared to make a loan bid for the 25-year-old striker. However, the Premier League giants …
Nigeria to arrive South Africa Friday for FIBA U-18 African Championship
Nigeria’s basketball team will jet out to South Africa on Friday for the FIBA U-18 African Championship, the country’s Basketball Federation has announced. A total of 24 players (12 per team) will represent the country at the championship. The players on the men’s list are Bassey Ekpo Effiong, Ezekiel Oluwatemitope, Sani Samuel, Azeez Sulaimon Olaitan, …
Australian Tennis Star Thanasi Kokkinakis Upsets US Open 11th Seed Stefanos Tsitsipas
According to 7 news, Thanasi Kokkinakis has enjoyed his greatest ever win at a grand slam, eliminating 11th seed Stefanos Tsitsipas from the US Open. The 28-year-old Aussie joined Jordan Thompson and inspired wildcard Tristan Skoolkate in the second round before national No.1 Alex de Minaur made a successful comeback from injury. Playing his …
Danielle Collins, Retiring Tennis Star, Skips Ceremony After Early Exit in US Open First Round
American tennis star, Danielle Collins wasted no time disappearing from the spotlight after bombing out of her final US Open campaign on Wednesday morning (AEST). According to 7 New, the 30-year-old 2022 Australian Open finalist announced her retirement ahead of her home grand slam at Flushing Meadows, giving American fans one last chance to …
Cristiano Ronaldo opens up on his retirement plans
Cristiano Ronaldo has revealed his retirement plans, stating that Al-Nassr will likely be the final club of his career. Speaking in an interview with Portuguese outlet NOW, the 39-year-old Portuguese star dropped a hint that he is not considering retiring soon despite his contract with the Saudi club expiring at the end of the season. Ronaldo, who will …