Babajide Sanwo-Olu has inaugurated the board of the Lagos State Sports Trust Fund, urging members to prioritise grassroots and school sports development across the state’s divisions. Speaking at the ceremony held at Lagos House in Marina on Wednesday, the governor charged the newly appointed board to mobilise funding and strengthen sports institutions for both present […]
Tottenham Hotspur have sacked head coach Thomas Frank after less than eight months in charge, with the club currently sitting 16th in the Premier League table following a disappointing run of results. The decision follows Tuesday night’s 2-1 home defeat to Newcastle United a result that left Spurs just five points above the relegation zone […]
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah is a doubt for this week’s fixture against Sunderland following the death of his grandfather, according to multiple reports. The Egypt international is understood to be mourning the loss of his family member, with uncertainty over his availability for the upcoming match. Liverpool have yet to confirm whether Salah will feature, […]
Nigeria’s first-choice goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has left South African Premiership side Chippa United after the club agreed to grant his request to depart. Chippa United confirmed the decision on Thursday, saying the Super Eagles shot-stopper had formally asked to leave and was subsequently released after discussions with the club. The 29-year-old, who joined the club […]
Nigerian international Ademola Lookman has officially said goodbye to Italian club Atalanta after nearly four years, as he prepares to complete a move to Spanish side Atlético Madrid. In an emotional social media message, Lookman thanked the Atalanta “family” for their support since his arrival in Bergamo, recalling historic moments including scoring a hat‑trick in […]
The sixth edition of the GOY Five-Aside Football Tournament came to a thrilling close on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at the Recreational Centre, Ijeh Road, Ikoyi, with Ijeh FC emerging champions after a hard-fought final. Organised by the lawmaker representing Eti-Osa Constituency II, Hon. Gbolahan Gbolahan Yishawu, the annual grassroots tournament attracted male and female […]
Brazil midfielder Casemiro is set to leave Manchester United at the end of the season when his contract expires, the club have confirmed. The 33-year-old joined United from Real Madrid in 2022 and went on to make 146 appearances for the club, scoring and assisting a combined total of 34 goals. During his time at […]
FIFA and the Confederation of African Football (CAF) have condemned Senegal’s decision to temporarily walk off the pitch during Sunday’s Africa Cup of Nations final, describing the incident as “unacceptable behaviour”. The dramatic moment came late in the match when the referee awarded Morocco a penalty in injury time, shortly after disallowing a goal scored […]
At least 39 people have been confirmed dead following a train accident that occurred on Sunday in the town of Adamuz, located in Spain’s southern province of Córdoba. Authorities said 73 people remain hospitalized, with 24 in serious condition. Among the injured are four minors. Earlier reports indicated that at least 75 passengers were taken […]
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