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Canada have already made World Cup history, while Mexico and the USA are also on course to beat their best ever runs in the tournament as home advantage has paid dividend...
By Ayobami
Team Nigeria Begin Final Preparations in Aberdeen Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC) and Chef de Mission of Team Nigeria to the 2026 Commonwealth Ga...
By Nnamdi Ezekute
Flamingos head coach Akeem Busari has expressed confidence that his team will defeat neighbours Benin Republic and book their place at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s Wo...
By Adeboye Amosu
The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) in Akwa Ibom State has commended Governor Umo Eno over the introduction of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses and the ongoing cons...
By Ademu Idakwo
The Cross River State Government has concluded its statewide campaign against Gender-Based Violence (GBV), calling for sustained grassroots action to tackle the menace an...
By Richard Ndoma
The two host cities will stage specially curated ceremonies showcasing American history, culture and entertainment before the knockout matches, offering fans a unique Fou...
By Gbemidepo Popoola
The Chargé d’Affaires of the U.S. Mission in Nigeria, Keith Heffern, has expressed admiration for Nigerian music stars Rema and Burna Boy, highlighting the global ...
By Zuleihat Chatta
Manchester United have reportedly revived their interest in Nigeria captain Wilfred Ndidi as they step up the search for a replacement for Casemiro, although they face co...
By Affa Acho
Cape Verde’s veteran goalkeeper Vozinha has become one of the breakout stars of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with his heroic performances fueling a staggering surge in ...
By Affa Acho
Lionel Messi remains the leading top scorer at the ongoing FIFA World Cup as the competition enters the Round of 16 stage, with the Argentina captain holding a one-goal a...
By Affa Acho
The Prince of Wales has revealed that King Charles III is not a football fan, admitting his father “hates football” during an appearance on the New Heights podcast hosted...
By Affa Acho
Argentina captain Lionel Messi has praised Cape Verde after the reigning world champions edged the African debutants 3-2 in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 clash, a...
By Affa Acho
The Confederation of African Football ,CAF, has officially launched the bidding process for the 2028, 2032 and 2036 editions of the Africa Cup of Nations , AFCON, invitin...
By Adeboye Amosu
Turkish Super Lig club Trabzonspor have lodged a formal complaint with FIFA against Saudi Pro League side Al-Ahli, accusing them of making an unauthorised approach for Ni...
By Affa Acho
Following Argentina’s thrilling 3-2 extra-time victory over Cape Verde in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32, Lionel Messi joked that his opponents demanded his jersey d...
By Austin Akhilomen
Lamine Yamal has replicated a World Cup dribbling record set by Nigeria’s Jay-Jay Okocha 28 years ago, according to ESPN, as the Spanish teenager continues to impre...
By Affa Acho
Do you know that there is a kind of behaviour we call ‘hustle’ or ‘dedication’? Do you know we have learned to forgive this behaviour too easily? Do you know what that be...
By Mashal Jonas Agwu, MNI
France coach Didier Deschamps has warned his team to be wary of a tenacious Paraguay squad in today’s FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match in Philadelphia. Descham...
By Austin Akhilomen
The future of Nigeria’s economy will be built not only in boardrooms, but also in markets, kitchens, and roadside businesses, argues CHALYA MARYAM SHAGAYA Recent comment...
By Ima Ekanem
The fixtures for the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup have been confirmed following the conclusion of the Round of 32 matches. Argentina secured their place in the ...
By Ayobami
The Africa Association of Professional Freight Forwarders and Logistics of Nigeria (APFFLON) has expressed concern over the persistent electricity crisis in the country, ...
By Yusuf Babalola
Egypt striker Haissem Hassan says the team is thrilled to have brought joy to millions of fans back home following their victory over Australia. Hossam Hassan’s side adva...
By Adeboye Amosu
Adedayo Olalekan In Nigerian politics, consistency is often the rarest political currency. Positions change with opinion polls, convictions shift with alliances, and camp...
By Ima Ekanem
Argentina skipper Lionel Messi continues to lead the goalscoring standings at the 2026 FIFA World Cup as the tournament moves into the Round of 16. Messi increased his ta...
By Henry Oduah