Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger have officially submitted a joint bid to host the 2032 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), marking a significant step in the Alliance of Sahel States’ (AES) ambition to showcase regional unity through football despite ongoing security challenges. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has confirmed receipt and acceptance of the…
Arsenal’s pursuit of Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa has stalled after the two clubs failed to agree on a valuation, leaving Mikel Arteta searching for defensive reinforcements following William Saliba’s long-term injury. The Gunners have reportedly valued the England international at £30–35 million, but Aston Villa are holding firm on an asking price of up…
Nigeria’s Super Falcons return to action today as they take on Tanzania’s Twiga Stars in an international friendly that serves as their final preparation ahead of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. The match comes just days before the start of the continental tournament and gives head coach Justine Madugu one…
The Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games officially get underway today, with Team Nigeria aiming to build on its proud history at the Games as some of the country’s biggest sporting stars begin their quest for medals in Scotland. The competition runs from July 23 to August 2, bringing together around 3,000 athletes from 74 Commonwealth nations…
The President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Dr Patrice Motsepe on Wednesday lauded the performances of African teams at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the USA, Mexico and Canada. The African Football boss also talked about the Confederation’s plans for the Men’s Africa Cup of Nations and the Women’s Africa Cup of…
Rangers International are considering the Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne, as their home venue for the upcoming CAF Champions League campaign according to variuis sources. Shooting Stars (3SC) are also exploring the same venue for their CAF Confederation Cup home matches. El-Kanemi Warriors are also considering the Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne, as their home venue for…
Real Madrid have celebrated Marc Cucurella’s 28th birthday with a heartfelt tribute, capping off what has been a remarkable summer for the Spanish defender after helping Spain win the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The club marked Cucurella’s birthday on July 22 by sharing images of the left-back proudly lifting the World Cup trophy following Spain’s…
The Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) is preparing to extend Luis de la Fuente’s contract until 2030 after the veteran coach guided Spain to FIFA World Cup glory and completed one of the most successful managerial runs in the country’s history. De la Fuente’s current deal runs until the end of UEFA Euro 2028, but…
Manchester United have officially unveiled their 2026/27 away kit, introducing a sleek navy-blue design inspired by the club’s iconic 1988 away shirt and the flowing waters of Manchester’s River Irwell. The adidas-designed jersey features a textured navy base with bold red shoulder stripes, a modern V-neck collar, the classic red devil crest, and Snapdragon as…
By Izuchukwu Okosi European champions Spain on Sunday evening usurped Argentina to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup thanks to an extra time goal by Ferran Torres. The 2026 final became the first ever FIFA World Cup final between the reigning UEFA European champions, and the reigning CONMEBOL Copa America champions. Messi and Lamine Yamal…
