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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.

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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

Chelsea’s Mykhailo Mudryk Provisionally Suspended Over Failed Drug Test

Chelsea forward Mykhailo Mudryk has been provisionally suspended by the Football Association following an “adverse finding” in a routine drugs test. The 23-year-old has denied any wrongdoing, stating the situation is a “complete shock” and that he has “never knowingly used any

by Olatunji Olajide

December 17, 2024

Tinubu Hails Lookman, Nnadozie On CAF Awards

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman for winning the 2024 CAF Men’s African Footballer of the Year award. In a statement by presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga, the President also hailed Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie for clinching the

December 17, 2024

Hat-Trick Hero Harmony Chidi Fires Flamingos into WAFU B U-17 Semifinals

Harmony Chidi’s brilliant hat-trick propelled Nigeria’s Flamingos to a thrilling 3-2 victory over Ivory Coast, securing their place in the semifinals of the WAFU B U-17 Girls’ Cup in Accra. Chidi, already a standout with 13 goals in Nigeria’s FIFA U-17 Women’s

December 17, 2024

Cunningham’s Triple-Double Heroics Propel Pistons to Epic OT Win Over Heat

Cade Cunningham powered the Detroit Pistons to a nail-biting 125-124 overtime victory over the Miami Heat, delivering a stellar triple-double with 20 points, 11 rebounds, and a career-high 18 assists. Tim Hardaway Jr.’s clutch three-pointers in overtime sealed the deal, snapping Miami’s

December 17, 2024

Enes Unal’s Last-Minute Free-Kick Stunner Rescues Bournemouth Against West Ham

Enes Unal stole the spotlight with a sensational late free-kick, securing Bournemouth a dramatic 1-1 draw against West Ham and extending the Hammers’ poor away form to just one win in seven Premier League outings. Bournemouth, fueled by a strong home record,

December 17, 2024

Inter Milan Humiliates Lazio with Historic 6-0 Thrashing in Rome

Inter Milan delivered a record-breaking 6-0 demolition of Lazio on Monday night, marking the Rome club’s worst-ever home defeat in Serie A history. Despite an unbeaten 12-game streak at home and sitting atop their Europa League group, Lazio was powerless against Simone

December 17, 2024

Ademola Lookman is CAF Player of the Year 2024

At the prestigious 2024 CAF Awards held in Marrakech, Morocco, Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman, Zambian striker Barbra Banda, and South African goalkeeper Ronwen Williams emerged as the standout winners, celebrating the exceptional achievements in African football over the past year. The glamorous

December 16, 2024

Southampton Football Club Sacked Manager Russell Martin

Southampton Football Club has parted ways with manager Russell Martin following a heavy 5-0 defeat against Tottenham, leaving the team nine points adrift of safety in the Premier League. Russell Martin was appointed as the manager of Southampton in June 2023 and

December 16, 2024

Enyimba FC Suffer Heavy Defeat to Black Bulls in CAF Confederation Cup Clash

Enyimba FC of Aba endured a disappointing 3-0 loss to Mozambique’s Black Bulls in their CAF Confederation Cup Group D match at the Estádio Nacional do Zimpeto on Sunday. The CAF Confederation Cup is Africa’s second-tier club competition, organized annually by the

December 16, 2024

Late Drama at Etihad as Manchester United’s Two Late Strikes Deepen Man City Woes.

In a thrilling finale to the 195th Manchester Derby, Manchester United staged a stunning comeback to defeat Manchester City 2-1 at the Etihad Stadium, marking a significant milestone for new manager Ruben Amorim. The match started with a sense of anticipation but

December 15, 2024

La Liga Weekend Preview: Barcelona Host Leganés as Atlético Welcomes Getafe at Riyadh Air Metropolitano.

Match Preview: Barcelona vs. Leganés As the La Liga season unfolds, Barcelona prepares to host Leganes at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys this Sunday night, eager to return to winning ways after a frustrating draw last week. Currently perched at the top

by Friday Ochuko

December 15, 2024

Ten Man Liverpool Survived Fulham at Anfield

Diogo Jota made a triumphant return by scoring a late equalizer for Liverpool, who are currently leading the Premier League. The match against Fulham saw Liverpool come back twice while playing with only ten men after Andy Robertson received a red card

by Friday Ochuko

December 15, 2024

Frustration for Arsenal as Everton Defends Strongly for Stalemate

Mikel Arteta’s team continues to hold the third position in the league, trailing Liverpool by six points and having played one more match than the Reds, who managed a 2-2 draw at home against Fulham. The Gunners controlled 76% of possession and

by Friday Ochuko

December 15, 2024

Manchester Derby Preview: Manchester City vs. Manchester United

The stage is set for a thrilling Manchester derby on Sunday, December 15, 2024, as Manchester City host Manchester United at the Etihad Stadium. Both teams enter this match under pressure, with City struggling to find form and United battling for consistency.

by Friday Ochuko

December 14, 2024

Anfield Showdown: Liverpool Aims for History Against Struggling Fulham

As Liverpool prepares to face Fulham on December 14, 2024, the anticipation is palpable at Anfield. Currently sitting atop the Premier League table with 35 points from 14 matches, Liverpool is in fine form under manager Arne Slot, who could potentially make

by Friday Ochuko

December 14, 2024

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