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Super Falcons, Ghana WAFCON warm up match cancelled
By Tosin Omojola The proposed international friendly between Nigeria’s Super Falcons and Ghana’s Black Queens, scheduled for Saturday, has been called off, Western Post gathered. The match was arranged as part of both teams’ preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. The reason for the cancellation has not been officially disclosed. The 2026 WAFCON is…
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Flying Eagles to open WAFU B title defence against Ghana
By Tosin Omojola Nigeria’s U-20 national team, the Flying Eagles, will begin the defence of their WAFU B U-20 Championship title against Ghana’s Black Satellites on July 27 at the Lycée Scientifique de Yamoussoukro in Côte d’Ivoire. The opening fixture is a repeat of the 2024 final in Lomé, where the Flying Eagles defeated the Black Satellites 2-1 to lift…
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NSC unveils massive welfare package for Team Nigeria ahead Commonwealth Games
By Tosin Omojola With six days to the start of the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, the National Sports Commission (NSC) has unveiled a comprehensive welfare and incentive package for Team Nigeria, reaffirming the Federal Government’s commitment to athlete welfare, elite performance and rewarding sporting excellence. The package, approved by NSC Chairman Mallam Shehu Dikko and Director General Hon. Bukola…
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FIFA unveils officials for Argentina-Spain World Cup final
By Tosin Omojola The Federation of International Football Association (FIFA) has announced the match officials for the 2026 FIFA World Cup final between defending champions Argentina and Spain. According to the world football governing body, Slovenian referee Slavko Vinčić will officiate Sunday’s final as the centre referee. The appointments were announced on FIFA’s official X account on Friday. Vinčić will…
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LSSC rallies Lagosians to embrace healthy living through sports
The Lagos State Sports Commission (LSSC) has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting healthy living and active lifestyles through sports and partnerships. LSSC Director-General Lekan Fatodu stated this during a courtesy visit by marathon runner, food enthusiast and Nestlé Pure Life Water ambassador, Ade Enioluwa, at the Commission’s office in Teslim Balogun Stadium. Fatodu said the Commission’s role goes beyond organising…
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Messi celebrates Argentina’s epic win over England, describes it as ‘Special One’
By Tosin Omojola Lionel Messi has hailed a “special” win after Argentina beat England to reach the World Cup final, with the veteran at the heart of a come-from-behind 2-1 win. After Anthony Gordon gave England the lead, 39-year-old Messi provided the pass for Enzo Fernandez to smash in an 85th-minute equaliser and then also the cross for Lautaro Martinez…
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How 39-year-old Messi powered Argentina into another World Cup final
Lionel Messi has once again proved that age is no barrier to greatness, inspiring Argentina to a second consecutive FIFA World Cup final with another commanding display, despite being the oldest outfield player in the tournament. The Argentine captain played a decisive role in Wednesday’s 2-1 semifinal victory over England, providing the crucial assist that completed the comeback and underlined…
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Argentina stun England 2-1 to reach World Cup final
By Tosin Omojola Defending champions Argentina secured a place in the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after staging a dramatic comeback to defeat England in Wednesday night’s second semi-final. The two sides battled to a goalless first half at Atlanta Stadium, with neither team able to break the deadlock before the interval. England took the lead in the…
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Glasgow 2026: Team Nigeria eyes strong medal haul
… King Charles to open tournament By Tosin Omojola With just eight days to the start of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, excitement is building as Team Nigeria intensifies preparations for one of the Commonwealth’s biggest multi-sport events. Nigeria’s sprint star, Favour Ashe, has expressed confidence in the team’s ability to deliver impressive performances, saying the athletes are fully prepared…
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Super Falcons face Ghana in WAFCON warm-up clash
By Tosin Omojola The Super Falcons will step up preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) with a friendly match against Ghana’s Black Queens in Casablanca on Saturday. Nigeria, the defending champions and 10-time African champions, opened their training camp in Casablanca on Monday as they intensify preparations for the 14th edition of the tournament, which kicks…
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