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The prestigious Ballon d’Or awards ceremony will mark a historic milestone this year, with organisers confirming that male and female footballers will receive an equal number of accolades for the first time. The event is scheduled for September 22, 2025, at the renowned Theatre du Chatelet in Paris. France Football…
Bayern Munich secured their record-extending 34th Bundesliga title on Sunday, officially reclaiming the German championship after Bayer Leverkusen were held to a 2-2 draw at Freiburg. The result also marked a historic moment for England captain Harry Kane, who claimed the first major trophy of his professional career. Bayern’s dramatic…
Liverpool are on the brink of a record-equalling 20th English top-flight title as they prepare to face Tottenham Hotspur at Anfield this Sunday in a potentially decisive Premier League clash. A single point would be enough to secure the crown for Arne Slot’s side, moving them to an unassailable 80…
Barcelona claimed a dramatic 3-2 victory over Real Madrid after extra time in the 2025 Copa del Rey final on Saturday night, with Jules Koundé’s late strike sealing a memorable win at La Cartuja Stadium. In a pulsating Clasico clash, Pedri opened the scoring for the Catalan giants, but Real…
Manchester United slumped to a record-breaking 15th Premier League defeat of the season on Sunday, falling 1-0 to Wolverhampton Wanderers at Old Trafford, as Pablo Sarabia’s sublime free-kick sealed the visitors’ victory. Despite an encouraging midweek triumph over Olympique Lyonnais in the UEFA Europa League, United were brought crashing back…
British broadcaster and outspoken Arsenal supporter Piers Morgan has reignited debate surrounding the club’s transfer policy, asserting that the Gunners would have clinched three Premier League titles had they signed Cristiano Ronaldo after his departure from Manchester United. Morgan made the bold claim on Saturday night via a post on…
The Nigerian Olympic Committee (NOC) has officially submitted an expression of interest to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games, beating the March 28, 2025 deadline set by the Commonwealth Games Federation. The move signals Nigeria’s renewed ambition to bring the prestigious multi-sport event to its capital city, Abuja. However, the NOC…
Delta State Showcases Creative Talents at Inaugural Ukodo Festival The Delta State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to nurturing budding talents in the creative industry by providing platforms that will help them thrive locally and globally. This assurance was made by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, represented by the State Commissioner for…
Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has reiterated his administration’s dedication to youth empowerment through sports, particularly football, as a strategic tool for development and social order. The Governor made this pledge while receiving the President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Musa Gusau, who led a delegation…
A first-half brace from Victor Osimhen secured the win, marking Nigeria’s first triumph in the qualifiers. The Galatasaray forward opened the scoring in the 11th minute, skillfully finishing off an in-swinging free kick from African Footballer of the Year, Ademola Lookman. His second goal came in added time of the…
