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AFCON to Return to Biennial Format as CAF Reverses Four-Year Plan

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The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has reversed its plan to stage the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) every four years, confirming that the tournament will return to its traditional two-year cycle. CAF President Patrice Motsepe announced the decision after the organisation’s Strategy Conference in Cabo Verde, held from October 7 to 9, 2026. The […]

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Nigerians Boost SuperSport’s 19bn World Cup Digital Views

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Nigerian football fans played a significant role in SuperSport’s digital engagement during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, accounting for 21.2 per cent of registered users on the broadcaster’s SuperSport Predictor platform. Post-tournament figures released by SuperSport showed that Nigeria ranked second among countries participating on the Predictor, behind South Africa, which accounted for 29.5 per

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Oyo Talents Shine as AGWF Basketball Combine Produces Two MVPs

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Oyo State’s young basketball talents made a strong impression at the 10th edition of the Aminu Good Works Foundation (AGWF) Nigeria Basketball Combine in Ibadan, with Precious Jude and Ajibade Abraham emerging as the Most Valuable Players (MVPs) of the three-day event. The combine, held at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba, brought together 150 young

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Tinubu Celebrates Team Nigeria’s Commonwealth Games Triumph, Vows Increased Sports Funding

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President Bola Tinubu has commended Team Nigeria for its impressive performance at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, where the country’s athletes secured a total of 24 medals. The President described the achievement as a testament to the resilience, discipline and determination of Nigerian athletes, noting that they had once again demonstrated the nation’s

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Spain Crowned FIFA World Cup 2026 Champions, After Defeating Argentina in Historic Final

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Spain have been crowned champions of the FIFA World Cup 2026 after defeating Argentina 1-0 in a captivating final at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, United States, bringing an end to one of the most memorable tournaments in the competition’s history. The European giants secured their second World Cup title following a hard-fought victory

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Argentina Seal Place in FIFA World Cup Final Against Spain

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Argentina have sealed their place in the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup following a hard-fought victory over England in the semi-final clash held on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. The reigning world champions delivered a composed and resilient performance to overcome the Three Lions, setting up a highly anticipated showdown with Spain in what

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Spain Cruise Past France to Book Place in 2026 FIFA World Cup Final

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Spain have advanced to the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup following a convincing 2–0 victory over France in the semi-final played on Tuesday, July 14. La Roja took the lead in the 22nd minute after Mikel Oyarzabal converted from the penalty spot, rewarding Spain’s early dominance. The 2010 world champions continued to dictate

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Argentina Stage Stunning Comeback to Eliminate Egypt from FIFA World Cup

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Defending champions Argentina produced a remarkable comeback to defeat Egypt 3–2 in a thrilling FIFA World Cup Round of 16 encounter, securing a place in the quarter-finals after recovering from a two-goal deficit. Egypt took control of the contest with first-half and second-half goals from Yasser Ibrahim and Mostafa Zico, putting the North African side

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Atlético Madrid confirms Ademola Lookman’s signing from Atalanta

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After a remarkable season in Serie A, Atlético Madrid signs “versatile and dynamic” Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman on a permanent contract from Atalanta. Atlético Madrid has officially finalized the permanent transfer of Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman from Italian club Atalanta. “Atlético de Madrid and Atalanta have agreed on the transfer of Ademola Lookman, who

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Solanke’s brilliance saves Tottenham in Man City’s title loss.

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Dominic Solanke led a spectacular Tottenham Hotspur comeback, as Spurs rallied from two goals behind to draw with Manchester City, throwing a serious blow to City’s Premier League title hopes. Manchester City dominated for long stretches, particularly in the first half, but Spurs recovered after the break to turn around a dismal situation and earn

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