@66: How Nigerians Are Fast Losing Hope in the Beautiful Game
By Femi Mustapha in Kaduna As Nigeria marks 66 years of independence today, October 1, 2026, there is little to celebrate in the house that once united the nation more…
Court Detains Turkey Football Ref Chief Over Graft Probe
The head of Turkey’s football refereeing body and four others were placed in pre-trial detention by a court as part of a graft investigation, state news agency Anadolu said Saturday.…
Man City Appeal Against Ruling On Breaches Of Financial Rules
Premier League giants Manchester City confirmed on Friday they had launched an appeal against a damning judgment that found the club guilty of all charges related to serious breaches of…
Turkish Football Federation Probes 450 Club Officials For Betting
Turkey’s Football Federation (TFF) says it has referred some 450 club officials to the disciplinary board as part of a probe into betting. The announcement came a day after the…
‘Like a dream’ for An as Games organisers ‘sorry’ for latest mix-up
Badminton world number one An Se-young said it was “like a dream” as she retained her Asian Games crown on Tuesday in style, as more rain washed out the cricket…
Rotimi Segun’s Late Try Gives Saracens’ Win Over Leicester
Rotimi Segun’s late try sealed victory for Saracens as they opened their Prem Rugby season with a dramatic 40-38 win away to Leicester on Sunday. Saracens overcame losing back-row forward…
Mbappe Suffers Knee Injury, Could Return For El Clasico
France captain Kylian Mbappe suffered a hyperextension of his left knee playing for France, his club Real Madrid said Saturday but could be ready to play again when La Liga…
Flamingos Win Maiden WAFU-B U-17 Girls Cup After 4-0 Togo Victory
Nigeria’s Flamingos have been crowned champions of the 2026 WAFU-B U-17 Girls Cup after producing a commanding 4-0 victory over Togo in the final in Yamoussoukro, Côte d’Ivoire, on Sunday,…
Manchester City’s 115 Charges: Key Events From Investigation to Reported Verdict
Manchester City’s long-running financial case has reached another major stage, with reports that an independent commission has found the club guilty of 114 of the 115 alleged breaches of Premier…
Man Utd Losses Jump Despite Record Revenues
Manchester United’s annual net loss increased by almost one third to £43 million ($57 million) despite record-breaking revenues announced on Wednesday. The Red Devils reported £677.6 million in revenue in…