Zverev into ATP Finals semis after straight sets win over Alcaraz
TURIN, Italy, 
– Twice ATP Finals champion Alexander Zverev outclassed four-times major winner Carlos Alcaraz 7-6(5) 6-4 to progress to the semi-finals of the season-ending championship on Friday and leave the Spaniard on the brink of elimination. German Zverev came into the contest as the group leader with two wins from two matches — […]
Osimhen strike saves Nigeria in Abidjan
An 81st minute equaliser from Galatasaray forward Victor Osimhen laminated Nigeria’s ticket for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Thursday. Tunisia also secured their place at the 2025 AFCON with a 3-2 win over Madagascar. Bafana Bafana of South Africa, Panthers of Gabon and the Cranes of Uganda guaranteed places at the 24-nation showcase […]
President Tinubu appoints three Directors-General and one Special Adviser on public communication
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of three Nigerians as directors-general of various agencies and one special adviser on Public Communications and Media. The new appointees are: (1) Mr. Bukola Olawale Olopade — Director-General, National Sports Commission (2) Dr. Abisoye Fagade — Director-General, National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (3) Dr. Adebowale Adedokun — […]
Sporting KC part ways with club legends Johnny Russell, Tim Melia
Sporting Kansas City are moving on without captain Johnny Russell and goalkeeper Tim Melia in 2025. The team announced the departures of the two club legends Thursday, along with veterans Andreu Fontas and Remi Walter. The contracts have expired for all four players. Russell, 34, has played his entire MLS career with Sporting KC. The […]
Fritz beats De Minaur at ATP finals but semi-final spot not guaranteed
Taylor Fritz moved closer to the semis of the season-ending ATP Finals after the American beat Alex de Minaur 5-7 6-4 6-3 in their last group game on Thursday, but he will have to wait and see if Jannik Sinner can take a set off Daniil Medvedev. The match also marked the first time a […]
Brahim Diaz set to leave Real Madrid in 2026 amid financial restructuring
Real Madrid is reportedly preparing to sell several players, including Moroccan international Brahim Diaz, during the 2026 summer transfer window. The decision comes as the club seeks to address financial challenges following a ban on concerts at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, which has impacted its revenue stream. According to Spanish newspaper Reliefio, four players have […]
England cruise past hosts Greece to go top of Nations League group
England eased past hosts Greece 3-0 in their Nations League match on Thursday to go top of their Group B2 and head into their last matchday against Ireland playing for promotion. Goals from Ollie Watkins, an own goal by the Greeks and a late flick from Curtis Jones on his debut gave England a comfortable […]
Perez criticises La Liga Decision to play after Spain floods
Players and coaches in Spain’s LaLiga should not have had to raise concerns themselves about playing league matches following the deadly floods in eastern Spain, Villarreal forward Ayoze Perez said. Floods last month led to the deaths of more than 200 people, with the Spanish FA postponing seven midweek Cup ties and all games scheduled […]
“I found a dead bat on my bed a dayafter the election.”– Edo Gov. Monday Okpebholo.
In a rather unusual turn of events, Monday Okpebholo, the newly elected governor of Edo State, recounted a peculiar incident that occurred just a day after his victory in the September 21 governorship election. While he was anxiously awaiting the election results, he discovered a lifeless bat resting on his bed, a sight that certainly […]
“I want to follow Jesus” – Silvan Wallner announces retirement from football
In a surprising turn of events, Swiss midfielder Silvan Wallner has decided to hang up his boots at the tender age of 22, expressing a heartfelt commitment to his faith as the driving force behind his retirement. Wallner, who has openly stated his intention to “follow Jesus Christ” and honor the Sabbath, has made a […]