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MLS club sacks coach after sexist remark to female referee
By Adegboyega Adeleye Columbus Crew have sacked reserve team coach Federico Higuain after making a sexist remark, in which he refused to release a female referee’s hand and told her,
Nigerian football enduring ‘worst time in history’ – Odegbami
By Adegboyega Adeleye Former Nigeria international Segun Odegbami says the country is experiencing the “worst time” in its football history as the Super Eagles begin their 2027 Africa Cup of
10 countries that have qualified for AFCON most times
Egypt leads the list of African countries with the most appearances at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), having featured at the finals 27 times. The figures, based on participation
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Ballon d’Or 2026: Nigeria among 20 African countries to vote [Full list]
Nigeria is among 20 African countries eligible to vote for the 2026 Ballon d’Or after ranking among the top 100 nations in the FIFA men’s world ranking used to determine
‘Never a friendly game’ for Brazil, says Ancelotti ahead of India match
Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti said the five-time world champions take their friendly against India next week very seriously, insisting there is “never a friendly game” for them, according to media
Rivers Hoopers reclaim NPBL title, secure 2027 Basketball African League ticket
By Adegboyega Adeleye Rivers Hoopers have reclaimed the Nigeria Premier Basketball League (NPBL) title, clinching their seventh championship and securing a return to the Basketball Africa League (BAL) in 2027.
Mbappe misses France training with illness ahead of Zidane debut
By Adegboyega Adeleye France captain Kylian Mbappe missed training on Tuesday after developing flu-like symptoms, casting doubt over his availability for the team’s upcoming Nations League fixtures. The Real Madrid
Rooney: Man United face blow if teenage sensation JJ Gabriel leaves
By Adegboyega Adeleye Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has said it would be “disappointing” if the club lose teenage sensation JJ Gabriel, describing the 15-year-old as a “special talent”. Gabriel
I was close to joining Liverpool in 2016 — Mbappe
By Adegboyega Adeleye Kylian Mbappe has revealed he was close to joining Liverpool in 2016, but turned down the move despite his mother’s strong desire for him to play at
Arteta agrees new Arsenal contract with pay rise — Reports
By Adegboyega Adeleye Mikel Arteta has agreed a new and improved contract with Premier League champions Arsenal, according to reports. The BBC reported that the Spanish coach has reached a
