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NBBF poll: “October 8 deadline is sacrosanct” — Electoral committee
The Nigeria Basketball Federation Electoral Committee has confirmed that Thursday, October 8, is the deadline for candidates seeking positions on the NBBF board to submit their nomination forms. The committee’s…
“Saddest day of my career” — Messi bids farewell to Argentina
Lionel Messi has described his retirement from international football as the “saddest day of my career” after making his final appearance for Argentina in a 3-0 victory over Benin at…
“I haven’t read Ronaldo’s statement yet” — Portugal coach
Portugal manager, Jorge Jesus, says he has not yet read Cristiano Ronaldo’s lengthy public statement detailing the dispute that led to the captain’s departure from the national team camp. Jesus…
Russia Friendly: NFF reveals why Ndidi, Onyedika, Five others withdrew
The Nigeria Football Federation has explained the withdrawal of Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi, midfielder Raphael Onyedika and five other players from Nigeria’s international friendly against Russia, citing injuries, club…
EPL: Haaland injury doubt ahead of Liverpool clash
Manchester City striker Erling Haaland is an injury doubt ahead of the club’s Premier League clash with Liverpool after he limped off during Norway’s 2-1 defeat to Portugal in the…
AFCON 2027 Qualifiers: Day 1 results as Nigeria face Madagascar
The race for places at the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations got underway on Thursday with eight Match Day 1 fixtures played across Africa, as Nigeria prepare to begin their…
Raphinha takes over Neymar’s iconic No. 10 at Brazil
Brazil forward Raphinha has taken over the iconic No. 10 shirt previously worn by Neymar as the national team begins a new cycle following the 2026 World Cup. The Brazilian…
MLS coach sacked over sexist remarks to female referee
Major League Soccer club Columbus Crew have sacked their reserve-team coach, Federico Higuaín, after an incident in which he allegedly refused to release a female referee’s hand and made a…
