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Super Eagles’ Benjamin Fredrick returns after nine‑month injury layoff
By Emmanuel Okogba Nigeria international defender Benjamin Fredrick has returned to competitive action after a nine-month injury absence, featuring for Brentford Under-21 in their 5-1 victory over Sunderland Under-21 in
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Ballon d’Or 2026: Number of nominees, categories revealed ahead ceremony [Full list]
The countdown to the 2026 Ballon d’Or nominee announcement is almost over, with the shortlists for all 12 award categories set to be unveiled on September 8. The announcement will
Emery fires warning at Chelsea after transfer spree
By Adegboyega Adeleye Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has dismissed suggestions of a good relationship between his club and Chelsea, saying the Premier League rivals only do business together for
Lionel Messi Retires From International Football
Lionel Messi has retired from international football, bringing an end to his illustrious Argentina career after the country fell short in the World Cup final in July. Messi, widely regarded
Man City sign Brazilian winger Allan Elias for £34m
By Adegboyega Adeleye Manchester City have completed the signing of Brazilian winger Allan Elias from Palmeiras in a deal worth up to £34.2 million. The 22-year-old has signed a five-year
‘Despised every moment’ – Frustrated Djokovic crashes out of US Open first round
By Enitan Abdultawab Novak Djokovic has suffered a shock first-round exit at the 2026 US Open after losing to Argentina’s Mariano Navone in a gruelling five-set encounter at Flushing Meadows.
Lionel Messi retires from int’l football
Lionel Messi said on Monday he is retiring from international football after leading Argentina to a second successive World Cup final in July. “It was a decision that hurt and
5 potential transfers to watch as deadline day looms
By Adegboyega Adeleye The summer transfer window is entering its deadline day, but the completion of Bradley Barcola’s blockbuster move to Liverpool has not ended the drama, with several high-profile
Ex-int’l Obafemi Martins backs Seyi Tinubu for NFF presidency
By Efe Onodjae Former Super Eagles striker, Obafemi Martins, has expressed confidence in Seyi Tinubu’s leadership potential, suggesting that the Nigerian businessman could one day become president of the Nigeria
‘Despised every moment’ – Frustrated Djokovic crashes out of US Open first round
By Enitan Abdultawab Novak Djokovic has suffered a shock first-round exit at the 2026 US Open after losing to Argentina’s Mariano Navone in a gruelling five-set encounter at Flushing Meadows.
