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Napoli President

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Napoli President De Laurentiis to Stand Trial Over Osimhen, Manolas Transfers

Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis will go to trial in December 2026 after being indicted on alleged false accounting charges tied to the transfers of Victor Osimhen and Kostas Manolas. Prosecutors allege Napoli inflated capital gains across the 2019–2021 financial years, focusing

November 22, 2025

TROOST

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Troost-Ekong Rallies Super Eagles Ahead of Must-Win World Cup Qualifiers

Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has called for focus and determination as Nigeria gear up for two decisive 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and South Africa. Nigeria’s campaign has been shaky, with just one win in six games so far. The

by Olatunji Olajide

September 4, 2025

FIFA

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FIFA, CAF Approve Free State Stadium for Nigeria–South Africa Clash

FIFA and CAF have given the go-ahead for the Free State Stadium in Bloemfontein to stage next week’s crucial World Cup qualifier between South Africa and Nigeria. Doubts had hung over the venue after complaints about the quality of the playing surface,

by Olatunji Olajide

September 4, 2025

OSAKA

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Osaka Outlasts Muchova to Seal US Open Semi-Final Return

Naomi Osaka powered her way back into the US Open semi-finals with a composed 6-4, 7-6(3) victory over Karolina Muchova on Wednesday night. The Japanese 23rd seed, a two-time champion in New York, produced her sharpest display of the fortnight to overcome

by Olatunji Olajide

September 4, 2025

Bayelsa Queens

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Bayelsa Queens Reach WAFU B Final After Comeback Win Over USFA

Bayelsa Queens are through to the final of the 2025 WAFU B Women’s Champions League qualifiers after a 2-1 comeback victory over Burkina Faso’s USFA on Tuesday in Yamoussoukro, Ivory Coast. The Prosperity Girls, winners of the regional crown in 2022, fell

by Olatunji Olajide

September 3, 2025

Oshoala

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Oshoala Seals Move to Al-Hilal

Nigeria star Asisat Oshoala has completed a transfer from Bay FC to Saudi Women’s Premier League side Al-Hilal on a two-year contract. The 30-year-old striker, a six-time African Women’s Player of the Year, joined Bay FC ahead of their inaugural 2024 season

by Olatunji Olajide

September 3, 2025

Gundogan

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Gundogan Leaves Man City to Join Galatasaray

Ilkay Gundogan has left Manchester City to sign for Turkish champions Galatasaray on a free transfer, with the move subject to international clearance. The 34-year-old midfielder made 358 appearances across two spells with City, scoring 65 goals and winning 14 trophies, including

by Olatunji Olajide

September 3, 2025

Sabalenka

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Sabalenka Advances to US Open Semi-Final After Vondrousova Withdrawal

Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka moved into the US Open semi-finals without hitting a ball after Marketa Vondrousova pulled out of their quarter-final clash on Tuesday due to injury. Vondrousova, the 2023 Wimbledon winner, had impressed in New York with victories over Jasmine

by Olatunji Olajide

September 3, 2025

iheanacho

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Iheanacho Joins Celtic After Deadline Day Delay

Celtic have completed the signing of Nigerian striker Kelechi Iheanacho, more than 24 hours after the Scottish transfer window closed. The 28-year-old, released by Sevilla on Monday, finalised talks late but had to wait until 11:06pm on Tuesday night for the move

by Olatunji Olajide

September 3, 2025

Djokovic Defeats

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Djokovic Defeats Fritz to Set Up US Open Semi-Final with Alcaraz

Novak Djokovic overcame American fourth seed Taylor Fritz 6-3, 7-5, 3-6, 6-4 on Tuesday to book his place in the US Open semi-finals against Carlos Alcaraz. The 38-year-old Serb, aiming for a record 25th Grand Slam title, prevailed in a tense three-hour,

by Olatunji Olajide

September 3, 2025

Inter Sign

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Inter Sign Akanji on Loan from Man City

Inter Milan have secured the loan signing of Manchester City defender Manuel Akanji, with the deal including an obligation to buy if certain conditions are met. The Serie A club are paying a loan fee of around £900,000, with the purchase clause

by Olatunji Olajide

September 2, 2025

Sinner

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Sinner Crushes Bublik to Reach US Open Quarter-Finals

World number one Jannik Sinner powered into the US Open quarter-finals with a ruthless 6-1, 6-1, 6-1 win over Alexander Bublik in just 81 minutes. The defending champion broke Bublik eight times as the Kazakh’s serve crumbled, ending a streak of 55

by Olatunji Olajide

September 2, 2025

Ederson

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Ederson Leaves Man City for Fenerbahce in £12m Deal

Ederson has ended his eight-year stay at Manchester City to join Turkish side Fenerbahce in a permanent transfer worth around £12m. The Brazilian goalkeeper departs the Etihad with 18 major honours, including six Premier League titles, five League Cups, two FA Cups

by Olatunji Olajide

September 2, 2025

Bayern Secure Jackson

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Bayern Secure Jackson on Record Loan from Chelsea

Bayern Munich have confirmed the signing of Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea on a season-long loan, ending days of drama around the Senegal striker’s future. The 24-year-old’s move initially collapsed when Chelsea recalled him after Liam Delap’s injury, but Jackson refused to return

by Olatunji Olajide

September 2, 2025

Yoane Wissa Seals

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Yoane Wissa Seals £55m Switch to Newcastle

Newcastle United have confirmed the signing of Yoane Wissa from Brentford in a £55m deal, ending weeks of speculation over the DR Congo international’s future. The forward, who scored 49 goals in 149 appearances for Brentford, arrives as one of two new

by Olatunji Olajide

September 2, 2025

Aston villa

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Aston Villa Consider Move for Man Utd Winger Sancho

Aston Villa are weighing up a potential deal for Manchester United’s out-of-favour winger Jadon Sancho, who could yet be on the move before the transfer window closes. The 25-year-old rejected a switch to Roma earlier this summer, with Juventus also showing interest,

by Olatunji Olajide

September 1, 2025

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