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Anthony Joshua Opens Up on Pain of Losing Close Friends Ahead of Boxing Return

July 24, 2026July 24, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has spoken publicly for the first time about the heartbreaking loss of his close friends, Sina Ghami and Kevin “Lateef” Ayodele, describing the experience as one of the toughest moments of his life. Ghami and Ayodele died in a tragic car accident on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway in Nigeria in […]

Haaland gets record £15.5m FPL price as Fantasy Premier League unveils major 2026/27 changes

July 23, 2026July 23, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Erling Haaland has been handed a record-breaking £15.5 million price tag as Fantasy Premier League (FPL) introduced a raft of new features and gameplay updates ahead of the 2026/27 season. The Manchester City striker becomes the most expensive player in Fantasy Premier League history, while Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes received the biggest price increase, […]

Tuchel Set to Drop Foden, Palmer and Alexander-Arnold from England’s World Cup Squad

May 22, 2026May 22, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Phil Foden and Cole Palmer are reportedly among several high-profile stars expected to miss out on Thomas Tuchel’s England squad for the upcoming World Cup, according to reports released on Friday. Trent Alexander-Arnold of Real Madrid is also tipped to be left out, while Ivan Toney could make a surprise return to the squad following […]

Enabulele Flags Off “Discovering Tomorrow’s Stars” Talent Hunt in Benin

May 22, 2026May 22, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

By JUMOKE ARIYO The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Honorable Desmond Enabulele, has officially declared open the 2026 Discovering Tomorrow’s Stars Grassroots Talent Hunt Programme.The program which was held at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City on Thursday reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to grassroots sports development. Enabulele described the initiative […]

WSL: Media focus on errors unfair to women goalkeepers, says Chelsea’s Hannah Hampton

May 19, 2026May 19, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Hannah Hampton has criticised how women goalkeepers are portrayed in the media, saying mistakes are amplified while strong performances are often overlooked, following her win of the Women’s Super League Golden Glove for a second consecutive season with Chelsea F.C. Women. Speaking at the WSL awards ceremony, the England international said female goalkeepers face disproportionate […]

Nnadozie, Okoye Earn Top Honours After Outstanding European Seasons

May 19, 2026May 19, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Nnadozie, Okoye Earn Top Honours After Outstanding European Seasons Nigeria’s leading goalkeepers, Chiamaka Nnadozie and Maduka Okoye, have capped impressive European campaigns with major individual accolades for Brighton & Hove Albion Women and Udinese respectively, DTOWNCRIER Sports Extra reports. Nnadozie enjoyed a remarkable debut season in the English Women’s Super League after joining Brighton from […]

Ekong to Conduct AFCON 2027 Qualifiers Draw

May 19, 2026May 19, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong will be among the officials taking centre stage on Tuesday as he joins other African football greats to conduct the draw for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) confirmed the inclusion of the Nigerian defender in a post on X on Monday. […]

Joshua Eyes Third Heavyweight World Title

May 19, 2026May 19, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua is targeting a third reign as world champion after returning to training with renewed determination, according to promoter Eddie Hearn. Joshua is set to face Kristian Prenga in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on July 25, before a potential blockbuster showdown with Tyson Fury later this year. Hearn said both fights are […]