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NSC DG Olopade storms Gaborone to boost Team Nigeria’s morale
By Tosin Omojola The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Bukola Olopade, has arrived in Gaborone, Botswana, to boost the morale of Team Nigeria ahead of the 2026 World Athletics Relays, which begin on May 1. The Nigerian contingent is in high spirits and fully prepared to compete in all six relay events scheduled to take place in…
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Arsenal, Atlético Madrid share spoils in VAR-drama UCL semi-final
By Tosin Omojola Nigerian international Ademola Lookman failed to find the back of the net as Atlético Madrid held Arsenal in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League semi-final clash on Wednesday night in Madrid. Both sides will now head into the second leg level after playing out a 1-1 draw in a tense encounter. The match was largely…
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Amokachi eyes Super Eagles U-23 coaching return
By Tosin Omojola Former Super Eagles forward Daniel Amokachi could be set for a return to the national team setup, as he is being tipped for the Nigeria U-23 coaching job. Sources indicate that Amokachi, popularly known as “The Bull,” stands a strong chance of being appointed to lead the Olympic team, a role he previously handled. However, his chances…
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Nigeria set for Sudan, Comoros clash in Olympic qualifiers
By Tosin Omojola Nigeria’s Super Falcons have been drawn to face either Sudan or Comoros in the African qualifying series for the women’s football event of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games. The draw, conducted on Wednesday by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) at its headquarters in Cairo, Egypt, sets the stage for the continent’s race to secure slots…
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UCL: PSG edge Bayern Munich in Nine-Goal thriller
By Tosin Omojola Paris St-Germain (PSG) secured a narrow advantage over Bayern Munich after emerging victorious in a pulsating nine-goal Champions League semi-final clash at the Parc des Princes. The encounter lived up to its billing from the outset, with five goals scored in a breathless first half that set the tone for an electrifying night of attacking football. PSG,…
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Super Eagles Coach Chelle vows to honour NFF contract till 2027
By Tosin Omojola Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has once again dismissed speculation about his future, assuring the leadership of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) that he will honour the remainder of his contract. The 48-year-old tactician has been linked with several coaching opportunities within Africa and beyond, following Nigeria’s third-place finish at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations…
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Super Falcons await fate in Los Angeles 2028 Olympic race
By Tosin Omojola Nigeria’s Super Falcons will discover their opponents in the race for qualification to the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles on Wednesday. The draw for the African qualifying series of the women’s football event is scheduled for April 29, 2026, at the headquarters of the Confederation of African Football in Cairo. The ceremony will outline the qualification…
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FIFA picks Morocco for 2027 elective congress
By Tosin Omojola The FIFA has confirmed that Morocco will host its 2027 Elective Congress, a crucial gathering set to shape the future of global football governance. The congress, one of FIFA’s most important decision-making assemblies, will bring together member associations from around the world to deliberate on leadership, policies, and the strategic direction of the sport. The event is…
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No sports economy without intellectual property, says NSC chairman Dikko
Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Mallam Shehu Dikko, has stressed that Nigeria cannot build a sustainable sports economy without properly harnessing intellectual property (IP), describing it as the foundation for transforming sports into a viable economic asset. Dikko made the remarks on Monday while delivering a keynote address at the World Intellectual Property Day seminar organised by the…
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Joshua, Fury finally agree blockbuster showdown
By Tosin Omojola Former world heavyweight champions Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury have agreed to a long-awaited showdown later this year, promoter Eddie Hearn confirmed on Monday. “Signed, sealed, delivered! AJ v Fury is on!” Hearn announced in a post on Instagram, igniting excitement among boxing fans worldwide. The announcement comes as Joshua prepares for a return to the ring…
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