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Welcome to the Sports section of The Beacon NG — your trusted source for the latest in Nigerian and international sports. From football leagues, AFCON updates, and local tournaments to athletics, boxing, and emerging talents, we deliver timely and in-depth coverage that keeps fans informed and excited.

Whether it's the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL), Super Eagles fixtures, or grassroots sports development, we spotlight the action, the players, and the passion behind the game. Stay updated with exclusive match reports, athlete profiles, and transfer news.

BARCELONA

Barcelona Hand Iconic No.10 Shirt to Lamine Yamal After Contract Extension

Barcelona have confirmed that teenage star Lamine Yamal has signed a new long-term deal and will wear the club’s iconic No.10 shirt from next season. The 18-year-old winger has penned a contract that runs until 2031, further cementing his place as the

July 17, 2025

Palace Party

Palace Party on with a 4-2 win over Wolves

Crystal Palace carried their FA Cup celebrations into the Premier League with a 4-2 victory over Wolves, just days after their historic Wembley triumph over Manchester City. The atmosphere at Selhurst Park was festive from the start, even after Emmanuel Agbadou gave

by Olatunji Olajide

May 21, 2025

Premier League

Premier League refer Leicester City to Independent Commission Over Financial Breaches

Leicester City have been referred to an independent commission by the Premier League over alleged breaches of financial rules during their time in the Championship in the 2023-24 season. A tribunal ruled that while the Premier League cannot punish the club for

by Olatunji Olajide

May 20, 2025

cunha Set

Cunha Set for Manchester United Switch

Wolves striker Matheus Cunha is expected to join Manchester United after the Premier League season concludes this weekend. United are prepared to activate the £62.5 million release clause in Cunha’s contract, with the conditions required to trigger the clause understood to be

by Olatunji Olajide

May 20, 2025

Brighton Stun

Brighton Stun Champions in Five-Goal Thriller

Brighton & Hove Albion came from behind twice to secure a dramatic 3-2 victory over Premier League champions Liverpool at the Amex Stadium, claiming their first win against the Reds in five meetings. Harvey Elliott opened the scoring early for the visitors

by Olatunji Olajide

May 20, 2025

verstappen Strikes

Verstappen Strikes Back with Imola Masterclass

Max Verstappen delivered a timely reminder of Red Bull’s dominance with a composed and strategic victory at the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix, fending off McLaren’s challenge to claim his second win of the season and 65th career triumph. Starting second on the

by Olatunji Olajide

May 20, 2025

Rice Streaks

Rice Strike Seals Win but Arsenal Left Reflecting on What Might Have Been

Arsenal secured a 1-0 victory over Newcastle United in their final home game of the season, thanks to a brilliant second-half goal from Declan Rice, but the mood at the Emirates was more reflective than celebratory. The win all but confirmed a

by Olatunji Olajide

May 20, 2025

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Osimhen Shines as Galatasaray Clinch Title in Style

Victor Osimhen broke records and Galatasaray broke into celebration as the Istanbul giants sealed the Turkish Super Lig title with a dominant 3-0 win over Kayserispor on Sunday night. The Nigerian striker headed home his 36th goal of the season to surpass

by Olatunji Olajide

May 19, 2025

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OKC Thunder Crush Nuggets to Reach Western Conference Finals

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander dropped 35 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder dismantled the Denver Nuggets 125-93 in Game 7 to punch their ticket to the Western Conference finals. After six tightly contested games, the top-seeded Thunder blew the series open with a ruthless

by Olatunji Olajide

May 19, 2025

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Scudetto race goes to final day as Inter and Napoli both held

The Serie A title race will go down to the final weekend after Napoli and Inter Milan both dropped points in dramatic circumstances. Napoli were held to a tense 0-0 draw away at Parma, while Inter were pegged back late in a

by Olatunji Olajide

May 19, 2025

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Bundesliga Final Day: Dortmund and Frankfurt Secure Champions League as Leipzig’s European Dream Shatters

The final day of the German Bundesliga saw Borussia Dortmund and Eintracht Frankfurt punch their Champions League tickets, Mainz secure a surprise European spot, Leipzig’s dreams shatter, and Bayern close out the season in ruthless style. Dortmund wasted no time at the

by Olatunji Olajide

May 18, 2025

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Ligue 1 Final Day: Late Drama Sends Le Havre to Safety, Lyon into Europe, and Nice Back to the Champions League

The final day of the French Ligue 1 delivered chaos, heartbreak and salvation as Abdoulaye Touré’s 96th-minute penalty kept Le Havre in the top flight and triggered a late reshuffle across the table. Le Havre came from behind to beat Strasbourg 3-2,

by Olatunji Olajide

May 18, 2025

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Paolini Stuns Gauff to Win Historic Rome Masters Title

Jasmine Paolini made history on Saturday by winning the Italian Open, beating Coco Gauff 6–4, 6–2 to become the first Italian woman to claim the Rome title since 1985. The 29-year-old thrilled the home crowd at Foro Italico with a commanding performance,

by Olatunji Olajide

May 18, 2025

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Bayelsa Queens Clinch 2025 NWFL Title

Bayelsa Queens were crowned champions of the 2025 Nigeria Women’s Football League Premiership after a dominant 4–1 win over Naija Ratels in their final Super Six match on Saturday in Ikenne. Vera Samuel was the star, netting a hat-trick to lead the

by Olatunji Olajide

May 18, 2025

Crystal Palace wins FA CUP 2025

Crystal Palace Beats Man City to Win FA Cup

In a historic encounter at Wembley Stadium, Crystal Palace clinched their first-ever major trophy with a narrow 1-0 victory over Manchester City in the 2025 FA Cup final. The match was a testament to the resilience and determination of Palace, who overcame

by Friday Ochuko

May 18, 2025

Eze wins FA Cup

BREAKING: Crystal Palace Shock Man City to win first major trophy in Club History

A first half goal from Eberechi Eze is enough for Crystal Palace to secure a 1-0 win over Manchester City and win the first ever major trophy in the club’s history in the FA Cup final at Wembley Stadium.

by Friday Ochuko

May 17, 2025

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