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African Athletes to Benefit from Global Scholarships and Training Programs – CAA President

July 21, 2025July 21, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

President of the Confederation of African Athletics (CAA), Hamad Kalkaba, has announced that African athletes will soon benefit from international scholarships and expanded training opportunities through strategic collaborations with sports institutions worldwide. Speaking during a press conference at the conclusion of the third African Under-18 and Under-20 Athletics Championships in Abeokuta, Kalkaba emphasized the CAA’s […]

WAFCON 2024: Nigeria Set to Face South Africa in Semi-Final Showdown

July 21, 2025July 21, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Nigeria will lock horns with South Africa in a highly anticipated semi-final clash at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), scheduled to take place at Stade Larbi Zaouli in Casablanca, Morocco. South Africa’s Banyana Banyana sealed their semi-final ticket after a hard-fought 4-1 penalty shootout victory over Senegal, following a goalless draw in […]

Jude Bellingham Set for 12-Week Layoff After Successful Shoulder Surgery

July 17, 2025July 17, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham is expected to be sidelined for up to 12 weeks following a successful shoulder operation, the club has confirmed. In an official statement, the Spanish giants announced that Bellingham has undergone surgery and will now begin a rehabilitation process before resuming full recovery work. Although the club did not give […]

Edo, Niger Sports Commissions Strengthen Ties as Enabulele Hosts Danjuma Masu

July 17, 2025July 17, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Honorable Desmond Enabulele, has received his Niger State counterpart, Danjuma Masu, on a courtesy visit to his office in Benin City. In a statement released by his Media Officer, Wilson Edoko, Enabulele reaffirmed Governor Monday Okpebholo’s unwavering commitment to advancing sports development across Edo State. He […]

Super Falcons to Battle Copper Queens in High-Stakes WAFCON Quarterfinal Rematch

July 16, 2025July 16, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Super Falcons of Nigeria are set to clash with the Copper Queens of Zambia in the quarterfinals of the ongoing Morocco 2025 CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations on Friday. CAF has described the matchup as a “final before the final,” with both teams considered among the top contenders for the title from the […]

CAF Women’s AFCON 2024: Quarterfinal Lineup Confirmed as Top Teams Battle for Semifinal Glory

July 16, 2025July 16, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The eight teams advancing to the quarterfinals of the ongoing 2024 CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco have been confirmed, promising an exciting race toward the semifinals. Securing their places after intense and captivating group stage encounters are hosts Morocco, alongside Zambia, Senegal, Nigeria, Algeria, South Africa, Ghana, and Mali. With a storied […]

Darwin Nunez Set for Liverpool Exit as Reds Target Two Strikers

July 16, 2025July 16, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez is reportedly on his way out of Anfield, with the club preparing to reinforce their attack this summer. According to football transfer expert David Ornstein, Liverpool’s next priority in the transfer market is signing a new number nine. The Reds are currently eyeing Newcastle United forward Alexander Isak and Eintracht Frankfurt’s […]

Kwara United Resume Training Ahead of 2025 NPFL Season

July 16, 2025July 16, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Kwara United has officially resumed preparations for the 2025 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season. The Harmony Boys returned to training after a brief break, following their recent triumph in the 2025 President’s Federation Cup. On Monday, the team held a training session at the Rashidi Yekini Mainbowl of the George Innih Stadium, under the […]