Sports
-
Brighton thrash Aston Villa 4-0 in stunning start
By Tosin Omojola Brighton kicked off their new Premier League campaign in emphatic fashion, thrashing Europa League winners Aston Villa 4-0 at the Amex Stadium. The Seagulls took the lead after just eight minutes when Maxim de Cuyper’s effort deflected in off Villa defender Victor Lindelof for an own goal. The Belgian then got his name on the scoresheet 10…
Read More » -
Man City stage late comeback to sink Bournemouth
By Tosin Omojola Manchester City scored two late goals to secure victory in Enzo Maresca’s first Premier League game in charge and deny Marco Rose a perfect start as Bournemouth manager. The Cherries took the lead in the first half through Marcus Tavernier, who was left unmarked before firing home after Evanilson delivered an incisive low ball across the area.…
Read More » -
Aiyedatiwa appoints Oladimeji Abimbola as Ondo Sports Council chairman
By Boye Oyeyemi Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has approved the appointment of a new chairman and two members of the Ondo State Sports Council. The appointments, which take immediate effect, according to the governor, are part of the administration’s efforts to reposition sports development and strengthen the sector across the state. In a statement issued on Sunday by the…
Read More » -
Ghana, Banyana Banyana face Women’s World Cup play-off test
By Tosin Omojola Ghana and South Africa have discovered their opponents in the preliminary phase of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027 Play-Off Tournament following the draw held at FIFA’s headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland, on August 20, 2026. The two African nations are among six teams competing in the preliminary phase for places in the final stage of the intercontinental…
Read More » -
Ajayi stuns Man United as Hull City claim 2-0 win
By Tosin Omojola Super Eagles of Nigeria defender Semi Ajayi scored the opening goal and helped Hull City keep a clean sheet as the newly promoted side shocked Manchester United with a 2-0 victory in their English Premier League (EPL) opening fixture at the MKM Stadium on Saturday. Manchester United’s defeat by returning top-flight side Hull City headlined the results…
Read More » -
Ipswich edge Sunderland in Premier League return
By Tosin Omojola Ipswich secured a winning return to the Premier League as substitute Jack Clarke scored a 90th-minute winner against his former club Sunderland at Portman Road. Last season’s Championship runners-up took the lead in the 24th minute when Julio Enciso intercepted a pass on the halfway line before driving towards the edge of the box and squaring for…
Read More » -
Brentford beat Tottenham 3-0 in EPL opener
By Tosin Omojola Big-spending Tottenham Hotspur made a shocking start to the new Premier League season as they were comfortably beaten by an impressive Brentford side at the Gtech Community Stadium. Spurs have spent around £237 million this summer, breaking their transfer record twice in an attempt to avoid a repeat of last season’s struggles, when they only secured their…
Read More » -
Messi fined for slapping Philadelphia Union midfielder Sullivan during football match
By Tosin Omojola Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi has been fined by Major League Soccer (MLS) for slapping Philadelphia Union midfielder Quinn Sullivan during their 2-2 draw on Wednesday. Messi, 39, slapped Sullivan on the back of the head towards the end of the match after claiming the Union player had elbowed him following a challenge. Sullivan reacted angrily, but…
Read More » -
Arsenal begin title defence with 3-0 win against Conventry City
By Tosin Omojola Arsenal began their English Premier League title defence on a winning note, defeating newly promoted Coventry City 3-0 at the Emirates Stadium. It was a baptism of fire for Frank Lampard’s side, who struggled against Mikel Arteta’s men throughout the encounter. The Gunners took the lead in the 15th minute when Kai Havertz found the back of…
Read More » -
FIFA fines Argentina $321,000 over World Cup breaches
By Tosin Omojola The Federation of International Football Association (FIFA) has imposed a combined $321,000 fine on the Argentine Football Association (AFA) following disciplinary breaches recorded during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The FIFA Disciplinary Committee sanctioned the AFA for violations relating to discriminatory chants and gestures by supporters, team misconduct, the use of a sporting event for non-sporting demonstrations,…
Read More »
Follow our WhatsApp Channel