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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.

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Manchester United Strike £71m Agreement for Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo

Manchester United have reached a full agreement with Brentford to sign Cameroonian forward Bryan Mbeumo for a deal worth up to £71 million. The Red Devils will pay £65 million up front, with a further £6 million in add-ons after weeks of

July 19, 2025

Walker Set for AC Milan Loan Move from Man City

Manchester City captain Kyle Walker is set to join AC Milan on loan for the remainder of the season, with the Italian club securing an option to make the move permanent in the summer. The 34-year-old right-back, who has made 316 appearances

by Olatunji Olajide

January 23, 2025

Marmoush Completes £59m Move to Man City from Frankfurt

Manchester City have completed the signing of Egyptian forward Omar Marmoush from Eintracht Frankfurt for €70 million (£59m). The 25-year-old has signed a contract until June 2029, with potential add-ons worth an additional £4m. Marmoush has been in outstanding form, netting 15

by Olatunji Olajide

January 23, 2025

Three Real Sociedad Fans Stabbed in Rome Before Lazio Clash

Three Real Sociedad fans were stabbed in central Rome late Wednesday night following clashes with Lazio supporters ahead of their Europa League match, police confirmed. Around 70 Spanish fans were reportedly attacked by nearly 80 Lazio supporters near the Colosseum in Via

by Olatunji Olajide

January 23, 2025

Bayern Wasteful as Clinical Feyenoord Seal 3-0 Victory

Bayern Munich’s Champions League hopes took a hit with a 3-0 defeat to Feyenoord, leaving coach Vincent Kompany frustrated after his side dominated possession and created numerous chances. Despite Bayern registering 32 shots and nearly 70% possession, Feyenoord capitalized on their limited

by Olatunji Olajide

January 23, 2025

Rice Praises New Champions League Format as Arsenal Close in on Knockouts

Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice has given his approval to the new Champions League format after their 3-0 win over Dinamo Zagreb, which all but secured their place in the last 16. Rice, who opened the scoring, described the revamped system as “really

by Olatunji Olajide

January 23, 2025

Real Madrid Cruise Past Salzburg to Seal Champions League Knockout Spot

Real Madrid secured their place in the Champions League knockout stages with a commanding 5-1 victory over Red Bull Salzburg at the Santiago Bernabéu. Despite a slow start, Madrid found their rhythm when Rodrygo opened the scoring after a deflected pass from

by Olatunji Olajide

January 23, 2025

Sinner Sweeps Past De Minaur to Set Up Australian Open Semi-Final with Shelton

Jannik Sinner powered into the Australian Open semi-finals with a commanding straight-sets win over Alex De Minaur on Wednesday. The defending champion eased past the home favorite 6-3, 6-2, 6-1 on Rod Laver Arena, showing no signs of the illness that troubled

by Olatunji Olajide

January 22, 2025

Swiatek Dominates Navarro to Reach Australian Open Semi-Finals

Iga Swiatek powered into the Australian Open semi-finals with a commanding 6-1, 6-2 victory over Emma Navarro on Wednesday. The world number two delivered a dominant performance on Rod Laver Arena, securing her spot in the final four for the second time

by Olatunji Olajide

January 22, 2025

Shelton Battles Past Sonego to Reach First Australian Open Semi-Final

American Ben Shelton secured his first Australian Open semi-final with a hard-fought 6-4, 7-5, 4-6, 7-6(4) victory over Italy’s Lorenzo Sonego in Melbourne on Wednesday. The 22-year-old, known for his powerful serve, fired the tournament’s joint-fastest at 232 kph (144 mph) and

by Olatunji Olajide

January 22, 2025

Dortmund Sacks Coach Sahin After Bologna Blow – No More Wins, No More Grace.

Borussia Dortmund have parted ways with head coach Nuri Sahin following their 2-1 loss to Bologna in the Champions League, the club confirmed on Wednesday. The defeat marked Dortmund’s fourth consecutive loss across all competitions. In an official statement, the Bundesliga side

by Olatunji Olajide

January 22, 2025

Emery Admits Villa’s Champions League Hopes Take a Hit After Monaco Defeat

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery fears his team may have jeopardized their chances of a top-eight Champions League finish following a 1-0 defeat to Monaco on Tuesday. Wilfried Singo’s header proved decisive as Villa struggled to capitalize on their chances, leaving their

by Olatunji Olajide

January 22, 2025

Salah Hits European Milestone as Liverpool Cruise Past Lille

Mohamed Salah netted his 50th European goal for Liverpool as they secured a spot in the Champions League last 16 with a 2-1 victory over 10-man Lille at Anfield. Salah opened the scoring in the 34th minute, finishing off a precise pass

by Olatunji Olajide

January 22, 2025

Barcelona Stage Stunning Comeback to Defeat Benfica in a Nine-Goal Thriller

Barcelona produced a remarkable fightback to edge Benfica 5-4 in a dramatic Champions League clash, securing their spot in the last 16 with an 18-point tally. The Spanish giants trailed twice by two goals, with Benfica’s Vangelis Pavlidis scoring a first-half hat-trick,

by Olatunji Olajide

January 22, 2025

Ten-Man Atletico Madrid Stun Leverkusen with Late Alvarez Winner

Atletico Madrid pulled off a dramatic comeback to defeat Bayer Leverkusen 2-1 in the Champions League, despite being reduced to 10 men early in the game. Julian Alvarez was the hero for Atletico, scoring twice, including a last-minute winner that lifted the

by Olatunji Olajide

January 22, 2025

Gauff Stays Positive Despite Australian Open Quarter-Final Defeat

Coco Gauff remains optimistic after her Australian Open journey ended in the quarter-finals with a 7-5, 6-4 loss to Spain’s Paula Badosa on Tuesday. The world number three saw her impressive nine-match winning streak in 2025 come to an end, but despite

by Olatunji Olajide

January 21, 2025

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