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Nigeria suffer more boxing blows in Glasgow

boxing campaign at the 23rd Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, suffered a fourth blow on Sunday, as Ajishola Kadijat became the latest Nigerian boxer eliminated from the tournament following a narrow split decision defeat in the women’s 54kg...

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8 pirlo agrees Italy coach job

Commonwealth Games: Team Nigeria departs Aberdeen for Glasgow

first batch of Team Nigeria athletes and officials departs their pre-games training camp in Aberdeen, Scotland, for the host city of Glasgow today, with only three days remaining before the start of the 2026 Commonwealth Games, PUNCH Sports Extra...

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The cancelled 2026 Finalissima has become the World Cup final. The kings of Europe vs The kings of South America.

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brazilian legend pelé is the youngest player to score a goal in a men’s World cup. he was 17 years and 239 days old when he scored the winner in the q’finals against Wales in 1958 6

Argentina to wear ‘lucky’ ki

nigeria’s failure to qualify for a second consecutive FIFA World Cup has intensified calls for a change of leadership at the Nigeria Football Federation, with football stakeholders urging the current board to take responsibility and step aside, as...

Morocco emerge Africa’s highest earner with $31.5m

morocco have become Africa’s highest-earning national team across the last two FIFA World Cups, after collecting a combined $58m in prize money from their historic 2022 and 2026 campaigns, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The Atlas Lions earned $31.5m for...

Miami hosts battle of Lions for semis

England and Norway will renew acquaintances on the World Cup stage when they battle for a semi-final place at Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday. Thomas Tuchel’s side reached the last eight after edging co-hosts Mexico in a thrilling five-goal...

Mbapp W’cup Bleus

kylian MBAPPÉ as he bounced back fro help fire France to a 2-0 final encounter in Fox hopes alive of reaching France made a fast looked for a repea 2-0 semi-final wi and-a-half years Ouahbi’s charges danger, scrambl to push Kylian the post, before...

2026 FIFA WORLD CUP Balogun apologises to fans after US W’cup exit

united States striker of Nigeria descent Folarin Balogun has issued a heartfelt apology to their national team supporters following their humbling exit from the 2026 World Cup. The Monaco striker was at the centre of a global firestorm after his red...

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Bruno Guimarães is the first Brazil player to fail to convert a World Cup penalty in 40 years (excluding shootouts)

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In their 1-0 loss against France, Paraguay didn’t pick up a single card in a FIFA World Cup match for the first time since 1998 against nigeria.

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pelé is the only player in history to win three World Cups (1958, 1962, 1970)

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Justin kluivert misses a pk against Morocco, hitting the left upright

Samba boys beat Sauma

Gabriel Martinelli scored a dramatic 95th-minute winner as B behind to beat Japan and set up a World Cup last-16 tie against Coast. With just seconds left, Brazil won possession back on the edge and Bruno Guimaraes slipped the ball into Martinelli,...

Samurai Warriors try five-time champions for size

Arguably the most eyecatching game of the Round of 32 in the 2026 World Cup takes place in Houston, where fivetime winners Brazil take on a Japan side who’ve never won a knockout stage game in this competition. After an uninspiring performance in...

Suarez backs Yamal to reach GOAT level

Luis Suarez has urged fans to stop comparing Lamine Yamal with Lionel Messi, insisting the pair are different players despite sharing similar qualities. The Inter Miami striker praised the Spain teenager’s maturity under pressure while backing him to...

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Messi becomes World Cup’s all-time leading scorer

W’CUP ALL-TIME TOP SCORERS Messi (Argentina) – 18 GOALS klose (germany) – 16 GOALS RONALDO (BRAZIL) – 15 GOALS MBAPPE (FRANCE) – 15 GOALS MULLER (germany) – 14 GOALS

Bayern to double Olise’s £11m wage Arsenal ready £69m bid for Barcola

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Top scorers

Lionel Messi Jonathan David Cyle Larin Folarin Balogun Erling Haaland Kylian Mbappe Harry Kane Kai Havertz Yasin Asari Elijah Just

2026 FIFA WORLD CUP Czech 1-1 S’AFRICA Bafana Bafana rescue late draw in Atlanta

The Czech Republic and South Africa both collected points after failing to do so in their opening FIFA World Cup (WC) matches, but a 1-1 draw now makes victory in their final Group A matches a necessity for progression to the knockout stages. Kicking...

Debutants celebrate first World Cup goal

Sweden vs Tunisia – 5pm Spain vs Cape Verde – 8pm Belgium vs Egypt – 11pm

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today’s fixtures Qatar vs switzerland 8pm brazil vs Morocco 11pm

2-0 Three red ca beat Bafan

Co-hosts Mexico cruised to a convincing 2-0 victory over South Africa in an action-packed 2026 FIFA World Cup (WC) curtain-raiser, as El Tri extended their impressive unbeaten record in tournament openers to eight matches (W6, D2). Kicking off...

Madugu faces selection headache as falcons intensify Wafcon preparations

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Madrid plot €150m Vitinha move Fernandes, haaland , battle Gunners for EPL POTY

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Calafiori on Madrid radar

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Joshua feels no regret ending paul’s career newcastle rival Brighton for Yohanna osimhen

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I was close to my best in Rabat – Amusan

world record holder in the women’s 100m hurdles, Tobi Amusan, believes she was close to her best at the Rabat Diamond League on Sunday, where she set a new meeting record to claim her first victory in the series this season, PUNCH Sports Extra...

Joshua, Fury blockbuster fight tipped for USA

The long-awaited heavyweight showdown between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury is being targeted for November, with the United States emerging as a surprise potential venue alongside the United Kingdom, according to Matchroom Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn,...

Flamingos thrash guinea 11-0

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Amusan drops to third in world rankings

nigeria’s Tobi Amusan, the women’s 100m hurdles world record holder, has slipped to third place in the latest global athletics rankings despite improving her points tally with strong performances at two Diamond League meetings in China, PUNCH Sports...

Nigeria new cricket coach Mangongo targets 2028 W’cup

the Nigeria Cricket Federation has officially unveiled Zimbabwean tactician Stephen Mangongo as the new head coach and high performance manager of the national team, setting a target of qualifying for the ICC T20 World Cup by 2028, PUNCH Sports Extra...

Meet eagles DREAM DEBUTANT Azeez

millwall forward Femi Azeez announced his arrival on the Nigerian football scene on Tuesday night, scoring a brace on his debut to help the Super Eagles beat Zimbabwe 2-0 and reach the final of the 2026 Unity Cup in London, PUNCH Sports Extra...

Iheanacho rules cup competitions with goals, trophies

nigeria forward Kelechi Iheanacho has grown into one of football’s knockout specialists, enjoying greater success in cup competitions than in league campaigns, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. At almost every club Iheanacho has played for, coaches have...

Babajide, Oladipo clinch Italian double

ITALY Super Falcons duo Rinsola Babajide and Shukurat Oladipo sealed a domestic double with AS Roma Women on Sunday, beating Juventus Women in the Coppa Italia Women final. Manuela Giugliano’s goal in the 80th minute proved decisive in Roma’s 1-0...

Iheanacho scores as Celtic win Scottish Cup to complete double

KELECHI IHEANACHO came off the bench to score a superb solo goal as Celtic defeated Dunfermline 3-1 at Hampden Park on Saturday to complete the domestic double and claim a record 63rd Scottish Cup, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The Nigerian forward, who...

Onuachu fires Trabzonspor to Turkish Cup glory

NIGERIAN striker Paul Onuachu scored twice, including a late penalty, as Trabzonspor defeated Konyaspor 2-1 in the 2026 Turkish Cup final on Friday night at the Corendon Airlines Park Antalya Stadium to claim the club’s 10th Turkish Cup title, PUNCH...

Kroupi, alvarez top arsenal shortlist

arsenal are preparing a major new contract for Mikel Arteta after the club’s Premier League title triumph. The Gunners are also pushing ahead with ambitious summer transfer plans, with Eli Junior Kroupi and Julian Alvarez among their leading...

Fury vows to knock Joshua out

Tyson Fury has promised to brutally stop Anthony Joshua when the two British heavyweights finally meet later this year, insisting his rival’s chin cannot withstand the punishment he intends to inflict. The pair agreed last month to settle their...

Cherries end Arsenal 22-year EPL agony after City draw

arsenal fans erupted into wild celebrations across the country after finally ending their 22-year wait for a Premier League title. Supporters packed pubs, bars and streets to celebrate becoming Premier League champions, as Mikel Arteta’s side were...

Nnadozie, Okoye bag major honours after brilliant seasons

NIGERIA’S FIRST-CHOICE goalkeepers Chiamaka Nnadozie and Maduka Okoye have ended their European club campaigns on a high, earning major individual recognition after standout performances for Brighton & Hove Albion Women and Udinese respectively, PUNCH...

Onuachu shares lead in Turkish Golden Boot chase

As the season winds down across Europe, Nigerian players continue to make their mark in the race for individual and team honours, with several Super Eagles stars delivering decisive performances for their clubs. ABIODUN ADEWALE writes SPAIN ADEMOLA...

Iheanacho celebrates scottish title as Celtic seal dramatic triumph

Super Eagles forward Kelechi Iheanacho capped a remarkable debut season at Celtic with a Scottish Premiership title on Saturday, as the Hoops staged a dramatic late comeback to beat Hearts 3-1 at Celtic Park and deny the Edinburgh side their first...

Iheanacho chases Scottish premiership crown in hearts showdown

SUPER Eagles forward Kelechi Iheanacho will chase Scottish Premiership glory on Saturday (today) when Celtic host Hearts at Celtic Park in a winner-takes-all title decider, with the Nigerian’s contract future at the club also expected to be resolved...

When I first heard about the offer, i thought it was a joke. i didn’t expect it. i thought it was another club but, when Chelsea came calling, i had no choice but to go to Chelsea

Former Super Eagles winger Victor Moses interacted with Chelsea fans in Lagos during the club’s first official visit to Africa. ABIODUN ADEWALE captured the highlights of the session How does it feel to be back in Nigeria? To be honest with you,...

Onuachu desperate to end drought in Turkish Cup final bid

Paul ONUACHU will be looking to rediscover his scoring touch as Trabzonspor continue their push for Turkish Cup glory in Wednesday’s semifinal against Gençlerbirliği in Ankara, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The Nigerian striker has enjoyed a prolific...

Amusan targets title hat-trick, enekwechi ruled out

world record holder and five-time national champion Tobi Amusan will target a third African 100 metres hurdles title as she begins her campaign at the 2026 African Senior Athletics Championships in Accra, Ghana, which gets underway at the University of...

MIXED feelings! Winners, losers as Falcons, Eagles stars record contrasting fortunes

Nigerian footballers across Europe enjoyed mixed fortunes over the weekend, with some securing cup final tickets, league titles and crucial goals, while others suffered heartbreak in major finals. ABIODUN ADEWALE reports ENGLAND CHIAMAKA NNADOZIE...

Nnadozie nominated for Wsl save of the season

SUPER Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie is in contention for the Barclays Women’s Super League Save of the Season award after her spectacular stop against Liverpool in November 2025 earned her a nomination for the season’s top individual goalkeeping...

My Decision TO represent england

Former England and Chelsea Women star, Eniola Aluko, opens up about her deep emotional connection to Nigeria, the pain of never fully belonging abroad, her commitment to invest in Nigeria’s football infrastructure and inspire a new generation of...

IT’S ARSENAL VS PSG UCL FINAL

Awoniyi marks 100th Forest appearance with brace

striker Taiwo Awoniyi marked his 100th appearance for the club with a brace, as Forest stunned Chelsea 3-1 at Stamford Bridge in a rare Monday afternoon kick-off, boosting their hopes of escaping relegation, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Making just his...

in-form iheanacho boosts celtic’s title chase

REBORN! Tella celebrates contract extension ending 458 days goal drought

nathan Tella ended a 458-day wait for a goal with a standout performance for Bayer Leverkusen, scoring and providing an assist in their emphatic victory over RB Leipzig in the Bundesliga ON Saturday, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The Nigerian forward’s...

Okon-george eyes second World Relays medal

WORLD Athletics has identified Nigeria as one of the leading contenders in the mixed 4x100m relay ahead of the World Relays in Gaborone today, citing the country’s recent record-breaking performance as evidence of its medal potential. The global...

No Lookman show as gunners hold Simeone’s men in Spain

nigerian forward Ademola Lookman was shut out as Atlético Madrid and Arsenal played out a 1-1 draw in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League semi-final at the Wanda Metropolitano on Wednesday. Contesting a second successive UCL semi-final for...

Nigeria arrive Botswana for World Relays

are due to arrive in Gaborone today ahead of the 2026 World Athletics Relays, following a long-haul journey from Lagos that underlines the scale of their preparations for the global event, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The contingent departed Nigeria in...

TALISMAN! Madrid, barca, bayern, Arsenal arrive turkey for osimhen

VICTOR Osimhen will be the centre of attention as several of Europe’s biggest clubs send scouts to Sunday’s Intercontinental Derby between Galatasaray and Fenerbahce, with the Nigerian forward set to play a decisive role in the Super Lig title race,...

D’tigress begin US tour with historic Sparks clash

NIGERIA’S women’s basketball team will face Los Angeles Sparks today as they open a three-game United States tour aimed at preparing for the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The pre-season fixture, scheduled for...

Adeleye advances at ATP Challenger 50

The newly built Idera Multi-purpose Hall in Otan Ayegbaju, Osun State, came alive during the finale of the 6th Michael and Felicia Alabi Memorial Table Tennis Tournament, where Rilwan Akanbi and Bisola Asaju rose to the occasion to claim national...

FIBA seeds D’tigress in pot 2 for World Cup draw

NIGERIA’S D’tigress have been seeded in pot 2 ahead of the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup 2026 draw, which will take place in Berlin on April 21, with 16 nations set to discover their group-stage opponents for the expanded global tournament, PUNCH...

My AFRICAN GAMES GOLDEN MOMENT

As Nigerian table tennis stars prepare for the 2026 World Team Table Tennis Championship in London, 2019 African Games champion, Olajide Omotayo, speaks about his rise, setbacks, and newfound motivation to achieve more in the sport in this interview...

aina battles Moffi, sanusi for europa league semis ticket

abiodun adewale there could be one or two Super Eagles players left in the UEFA Europa League this season as Nottingham Forest host FC Porto in their quarter-final second leg at the City Ground on Thursday (today), PUNCH Sports Extra...

AFN names Ashe in World Relays squad

The Athletics Federation of Nigeria has included Favour Ashe in a 24-man squad for the forthcoming World Athletics Relays scheduled for May 2 and 3 in Gaborone, Botswana, despite lingering uncertainty surrounding his international allegiance, PUNCH...

No Osimhen, no Party!

since losing their star striker, Victor Osimhen, to an arm injury in March, Turkish Super Lig leaders, Galatasaray, have missed the chance to go seven points clear at the top of the table, underlining the Nigerian’s importance to their title charge,...

Okoye breaks clean sheet record in milan 3-0 thrashing

Okoye targets clean record Milan in clash

udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye will be aiming to reach a personal milestone when his side face AC Milan in Serie A, as he targets three consecutive clean sheets for the first time in his top-flight career, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The Nigeria...

‘Boniface can’t save Bremen’

Former Werder Bremen striker Aílton Gonçalves da Silva is not convinced that Victor Boniface’s return to full fitness can salvage the club’s dwindling fortunes in the Bundesliga. Boniface arrived in Bremen on loan with high expectations, but his...

iheanacho ends six-month goal drought in celtic win

Super Eagles forward Kelechi Iheanacho and Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie delivered decisive contributions for their respective clubs on Sunday, marking a fruitful weekend for Nigerian stars abroad. ABIODUN ADEWALE recaps SCOTLAND After...

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Gattuso set to resign after Italy 2026 World Cup heartache

is set to leave his position June 2025, succeeding Luciano Spalletti, and was tasked with steering the Azzurri to the 2026 World Cup. following a 1-1 draw with 10 men across 120 minutes. Sweden and North Macedonia in 2018 and 2022 After the defeat...