British Olympic champion Alex Yee finished third after a barn-storming run in the men’s triathlon World Championship Finals in Torremolinos, Spain on Sunday to win his first world title. Yee, who won gold at this year’s Paris Games, crossed the line in 01:43:50, over a minute behind the winner, Olympic silver medallist Hayden Wilde (01:42:22)… Continue reading Britain’s Alex Yee adds triathlon world title le to Olympic gold
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“The kid is special ” Gary Lineker hails Fatawu Issahaku
Former England international and Leicester City legend Gary Lineker has lavished praise on Ghana international Abdul Fatawu Issahaku, calling him a “special kid” after the 19-year-old’s impressive display in Leicester City’s thrilling 3-2 comeback win over Southampton. Fatawu came off the bench with Leicester trailing 2-0 and immediately made an impact, providing the assist that… Continue reading “The kid is special ” Gary Lineker hails Fatawu Issahaku
CAF has seen progress under Patrice Motsepe,says Kurt Okraku
WAFU B President Kurt Okraku has openly endorsed Dr Patrice Motsepe for a second term as the President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), praising his impactful leadership since taking over the position. During a meeting in Addis Ababa with the WAFU B Zonal Union, Okraku expressed gratitude for the strides made under Motsepe’s… Continue reading CAF has seen progress under Patrice Motsepe,says Kurt Okraku
Gavi delighted to be back after 348-days injury layoff
Barcelona midfielder Gavi said on Sunday he was thrilled to be back on the pitch after rupturing his anterior cruciate ligament 11 months ago. The 20-year-old underwent surgery after suffering the injury in Spain’s Euro 2024 qualifying win over Georgia last year, and missed the rest of the season, along with Spain’s triumph at the… Continue reading Gavi delighted to be back after 348-days injury layoff
Contract extension talks have begun between Liverpool’s Van dijk
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has said formal discussions over a contract extension have begun at the Premier League club, with his current deal set to expire at the end of the season. The 33-year-old Dutch international defender joined the Merseyside club from Southampton in 2018 and has since helped them win the Premier League,… Continue reading Contract extension talks have begun between Liverpool’s Van dijk
Women footballers call on FIFA to end partnership with Saudi Aramco
A group of over 100 professional women’s soccer players on Monday sent an open letter to FIFA urging the world governing body to end its partnership with oil and gas conglomerate Saudi Aramco. In April, FIFA signed a four-year deal which will see Aramco become a worldwide partner, including in major tournaments such as the… Continue reading Women footballers call on FIFA to end partnership with Saudi Aramco
Juve determined to excel in Europe and Italy
Juventus manager Thiago Motta believes his side must continue to improve as they seek to maintain consistency in the Champions League and Serie A and he also backed forward Kenan Yildiz. Juve host VfB Stuttgart on Tuesday having started the Champions League with a perfect record after opening with a 3-1 home win over PSV… Continue reading Juve determined to excel in Europe and Italy
Military changing narrative on crude oil theft – Governor Diri
The Governor of Bayelsa State, His Excellency, Senator Douye Diri, has re-emphasized that the state will work hand in hand with the Defence Headquarters Joint Monitoring Team to curb the menace of crude oil theft and pipeline vandalism. Governor Diri expressed delight in the military taking the lead in changing the narrative on oil bunkering… Continue reading Military changing narrative on crude oil theft – Governor Diri
Frustrated Glasner waits for Crystal Palace luck to turn
Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner blamed poor decision-making and a lack of confidence for his side’s 1-0 Premier League defeat at Nottingham Forest on Monday but praised his side’s fighting spirit even though they remain winless this season. Chris Wood scored the only goal of the game as he profited from a Dean Henderson error… Continue reading Frustrated Glasner waits for Crystal Palace luck to turn
Mentality not enough to beat Real- Dortmund coach
Borussia Dortmund will need more than just a strong mindset when they visit champions Real Madrid in the Champions League on Tuesday, coach Nuri Sahin said as last year’s two finalists meet again in the competition’s new league phase. Real won their 15th European Cup in June at Wembley with Dani Carvajal and Vinicius Jr.… Continue reading Mentality not enough to beat Real- Dortmund coach
