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Real Madrid’s Champions League Hopes Hangs In Balance After Shakhtar Defeat
Real Madrid suffered a second defeat at the hands of Shakhtar Donetsk in this season’s Champions…
Delayed Tokyo Olympics to Cost Extra $2.5bn
The one-year postponement of the Tokyo-2020 Olympic Games due to the coronavirus pandemic could cost an…
Zidane Laments Madrid’s Poor Form after Home Loss
Real Madrid Manager Zinedine Zidane has confessed that he has no idea why his side are…
Tottenham Return to Top of Premier League After Stalemate With London Rivals Chelsea
A cagey 0-0 draw was enough to lift Tottenham back to the top of the table,…
Senegal World Cup Hero Papa Bouba Diop Dies at 42
Former Senegalese World Cup hero Papa Bouba Diop and Fulham midfielder, has died at the aged…
‘Tired’ Ronaldo rested for Juventus’ trip to Benevento
Juventus coach Andrea Pirlo confirmed Cristiano Ronaldo was being rested for Saturday’s trip to Benevento. Ronaldo,…
Arsenal’s Dani Ceballos provides transfer advice on Wolves star Adama Traore
Arsenal star Dani Ceballos has given Wolves ace Adama Traore some transfer advice. It comes as…
Grand Slam box ticked, Thiem targets Tokyo podium
Having fulfilled his dream of joining the Grand Slam winners club by taking the U.S. Open…
Man Utd talisman Fernandes has Ronaldo-like presence – Solskjaer
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says Bruno Fernandes has a similar presence to Cristiano Ronaldo as the midfielder…
Anger Over Photos of Maradona in Open Coffin
Three workers hired to help with the funeral and burial of Diego Maradona have been condemned…
Chelsea boss Lampard never expected to avoid Mourinho mind games
Frank Lampard never expected to avoid the mind games of his former manager Jose Mourinho as…
Diego Maradona Laid to Rest in Private Ceremony in Buenos Aires
Diego Maradona was buried on Thursday in a private ceremony attended by only two dozen people.…
Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ Still Annoys Peter Shilton
Diego Maradona who died aged 60 on Wednesday possessed “greatness but not sportsmanship” said former England…
Chelsea Poised to Extend Thiago Silva’s Stay at Stamford Bridge
Thiago Silva’s impressive start at Chelsea looks set to convince the club to take up the…
Ahmed Musa Plays Down Sheffield Wednesday Links, Wants Top Flight Football
Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa has played down reports linking him with a move to English…
Nigeria’s Sports Festival Set to Start January 3 in Benin City
Barring any last minute change, the 20th National Sports Festival has been rescheduled to begin on…
Zamalek-Al Ahly Final to Be Played Behind Closed Doors
Friday’s CAF Champions League final between Zamalek and Al Ahly will be played behind closed doors,…
Pepe Redeems Himself as Arsenal Cruise into Europa Knockout Stage
Arsenal forward Nicolas Pepe put himself back in manager Mikel Arteta’s good books with the opening…
Argentina Declares Three Days of Mourning For Maradona, Schools to Close in Naples
Argentina’s president Alberto Fernandez has declared three days of mourning following the death of football legend Diego Maradona. Fernandez…
‘Lost a Dear Friend’: Pele Leads Tributes to Maradona After Football Legend Dies at 60
Tributes are pouring in following the death of football legend Diego Armando Maradona. The Argentinian legend…
Football Legend Diego Maradona Is Dead
Diego Maradona, one of the greatest footballers of all time, died Wednesday at the age of…
Barcelona Salute Maradona, ‘Icon Of World Football’
Barcelona described Diego Maradona as an “icon of world football” on Wednesday after the Argentine died…
CAF Chief Ahmad To Appeal FIFA Suspension
Confederation of African Football (CAF) president Ahmad Ahmad announced on Wednesday he will appeal FIFA’s five-year…
Death Of ‘Eternal’ Maradona Plunges Football World Into Mourning
The football world united to pay tribute to one of the game’s greatest-ever players after Argentine…
Argentine Football Legend Diego Maradona Is Dead
Argentine football legend, Diego Maradona has died of cardiac arrest at the age of 60, his…
Nigeria: Sports Festival Moved to 2021 on Advice of Covid Task Force
The much expected 20th National Sports Festival (NSF) expected to begin on December 3 in Benin…
Chelsea, Sevilla Reach UEFA Champions League Last 16
Chelsea reached the last 16 of the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday after a late Olivier…
Al Ahly, Zamalek to Meet in First CAF Champions League ‘Single Final’ on Friday
Africa’ oldest football rivalry has an elevated prize on offer on Friday when Egypt’s Al Ahly…
Champions League Holders Bayern Low on Defenders Ahead of Red Bull Clash
Holders Bayern Munich are short on defenders for Wednesday’s home Champions League match against Red Bull…
Nigeria Football Boss Pinnick and Governor Okowa Set For Delta Football Summit
Delta State Governor, Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, Deputy Governor Kingsley Otuaro; Speaker of the State House of…
Solskjaer Tasks Man Utd to Shake off Istanbul Nightmare
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer conceded his side cannot afford another off night against Istanbul…
Champions League: PSG Set to Risk Neymar Against RB Leipzig
Paris Saint-Germain are having to take a calculated risk on Neymar when it comes to Champions…
Walcott Scores as Southampton Draw at Wolves
Theo Walcott said he “feels like a kid again” after scoring his first goal since rejoining…
Mike Tyson Targets Anthony Joshua, Others in Charity Bouts
Mike Tyson has sensationally admitted he would be open to the idea of facing three of…
AC Milan Sweating over Ibrahimovic after Star Striker after Injury against Napoli
AC Milan’s 3-1 win over Napoli on Sunday was soured by a potential injury to leading…
Medvedev wins ATP Finals Title after Comeback Win over Thiem
Daniil Medvedev is the king of tennis until someone proves otherwise, because his 4-6, 7-6 (2),…
Serie A: Sanchez, Lukaku Inspire Inter Comeback
Alexis Sanchez and Romelu Lukaku were both on target on Sunday as Inter Milan scored four…
Iwobi Shines as Everton Return to Winning Ways at Fulham
Nigerian international, Alex Iwobi was in excellent form on Sunday as Everton defeated Fulham 3-2 to…
Tottenham Top of Premier League After Outwitting Man City
Tottenham Hotspur went top of the Premier League after producing a display of clinical efficiency and…
Medvedev Beats Nadal, Thiem Overcomes Djokovic to Set Up ATP 2020 Finale
Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic were knocked out of the ATP Finals as Daniil Medvedev and…
Haaland Scores Four as Dortmund Thrash Hertha Berlin
Erling Braut Haaland scored four second-half goals as Borussia Dortmund recovered from a goal down to…
Chelsea Top of Premier League Temporarily With Comfortable Win at Newcastle
Chelsea moved top of the Premier League – for a few hours at least – after…
Arsenal Boss Arteta Angered That Training Ground Fight Between Luiz and Ceballos Was Leaked
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta says there will be “consequences” for the source who leaked a story…
‘Man City Favoured By England’: Mourinho Questions Sterling’s Withdrawal From International Games
Tottenham Hotspur head coach, Jose Mourinho on Friday called on England manager Gareth Southgate to name…
Lionel Messi transfer questions lead to angry refusal from Barcelona boss Ronald Koeman
Ronald Koeman refused to answer questions over Lionel Messi’s long-term future as he called for more…
Arsenal to deal with Willian’s Dubai trip internally
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta said he has dealt with winger Willian’s unauthorised trip to Dubai, but…
ATP Finals: Rafael Nadal edges closer to Novak Djokovic meeting with Daniil Medvedev hurdle to overcome
Daniil Medvedev knows he should already boast a career win against Rafael Nadal but, instead, the three times they…
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp reveals talks with Mohamed Salah after second positive coronavirus test
Jurgen Klopp has revealed he has spoken to Mohamed Salah about his attendance at his brother’s wedding prior to…
Turmoil in CAF as President Ahmad, VP Omari Face Fresh FIFA Probe
There are strong indications that CAF President Ahmad Ahmad’s quest for a second term in office…
Arsenal ‘May Stop’ Aubameyang from Representing Gabon after Gambia Airport Debacle
Arsenal have been left furious by the way top player Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang was treated while away…
Nadal Makes ATP Finals Last Four
Rafael Nadal reached the ATP Finals last four by beating 2019 champion Stefanos Tsitsipas in three…
Super Eagles Stalwart Wilfred Ndidi Back from Injury
Leicester City manger Brendan Rodgers has expressed his excitement following the return of Super Eagles’ holding…
Eight Players of Nigerian Heritage Make 2020 NBA Draft History
Nigeria’s good fortunes in basketball played out on Wednesday night as eight players with the country’s…
Kane ‘Learning a Lot From Mourinho’
Harry Kane has spoken of his developing relationship with Jose Mourinho as he targets silverware with…
Guardiola Signs Two-Year Contract Extension as Man City Manager
Pep Guardiola has ended speculation over his Manchester City future after signing a new two-year contract…
Super Eagles Performance To Be Reviewed, Says Sports Minister
The entire Nigerian Super Eagles team will undergo a performance review, according to the Minister of…
La Liga President Tebas ‘Ready’ for Messi’s Departure From Spain
La Liga president Javier Tebas says he is “ready” for the exit of Lionel Messi –…
Spain Humiliate Germany 6-0, Qualify for Nations League Finals
Manchester City winger Ferran Torres scored his first career hat-trick as Spain inflicted Germany’s heaviest competitive…
Orlando Magic Sign Rookie Chuma Okeke
The Orlando Magic have signed rookie forward Chuma Okeke, President of Basketball Operations Jeff Weltman announced…
Peru Swears in 76-year-old President After Tumultuous Week of Protests
Peruvian lawmaker Francisco Sagasti was sworn in as interim president on Tuesday, voted for by Congress…
Ghana Made To Wait For AFCON Spot After Losing to Sudan
Ghana will have to wait for the final matches to ensure qualification for the Africa Cup…
AFCON: Rohr’s Fate in the Balance as S/Eagles Seek Redemption in Freetown
As Nigeria’s Super Eagles line up against the Leone Stars of Sierra Leone inside the Siaka…
Former Barca and Liverpool Star Mascherano Retires as Argentina’s Most-capped Player
Javier Mascherano has announced his retirement from football at the age of 36 after two UEFA…
Enrique Backs Ramos after Missing Two Penalties against Switzerland
Spain Head Coach, Luis Enrique, has jumped to the defence of record-breaker Sergio Ramos, who missed…
Nigeria’s Sports Minister Demands Victory as Super Eagles Depart for Freetown
Nigeria’s Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Sunday Dare, has insisted that only a win in…
Senegal’s Teranga Lions First Team to Book AFCON 2022 Ticket
The Teranga Lions of Senegal became the first team to qualify for the 2022 Africa Cup…
Record-breaking Johnson Wins First Masters Title at Augusta
World number one golfer Dustin Johnson won his first Masters title by five strokes as he…
Werner Savours Successful Leipzig Return in Germany Win
Timo Werner was delighted to mark his return to Leipzig with a brace in Germany’s 3-1…
Togo Looking for Upset Win Against Egypt in Cairo
Togo will chase an upset away win over Egypt when the teams meet in a Group…
Liverpool’s Salah Tests Positive For Coronavirus
Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah has tested positive for coronavirus, Egypt’s football association has said. Salah was due…
Leone Stars Stun Super Eagles, Claw Back Four-goal Deficit to Earn Dramatic 4-4 Draw
Sierra Leone came from four goals down to pick up a 4-4 draw with Nigeria in…
Anthony Joshua ‘Looking in Great Shape’ Ahead of Heavyweight Title with Pulev
Anthony Joshua looks to be in impressive shape ahead of his December showdown with Kubrat Pulev.…
Portugal Decimate Andorra 7-0
Cristiano Ronaldo moved one goal closer to the all-time international goalscoring record in men’s football as…
More Swirling Rumours of Ronaldo to PSG
Cristiano Ronaldo could be set for a stunning move to PSG next summer if Juventus decide…
Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka Says Harry Kane Helped Him Settle in National Team
Arsenal wing-back Bukayo Saka is grateful to England captain Harry Kane for helping him settle in…
Clarke Resigns as England FA Chairman after Apologising for Saying ‘Coloured Footballers’
Greg Clarke has resigned as FA chairman in the wake of referring to BAME footballers as…
Barca Legend Samuel Eto’o Involved in Car Accident in Cameroon
Former Barcelona and Inter Milan striker Samuel Eto’o is in stable condition after he was involved…
Everyone expected the wheels to fall off – Robertson glad ‘hungry’ Liverpool have proved critics wrong
Andy Robertson says Liverpool are “hungry for more” after proving their critics wrong with some impressive…
Premier League power rankings: Who is tops our list after the weekend?
Each week throughout the 2020-21 season, Sportsmail will bring you a Power Rankings table, listing the top-10 hottest…
Gary Neville in full agreement with Jamie Carragher over Jose Mourinho title claim
Gary Neville has agreed with Jamie Carragher’s claim that he would love to see Jose Mourinho…
Vardy’s full house and Man Utd’s half-time hot-streak – the Premier League weekend’s quirky facts
Handballs and substitutions were dominating the agenda for most of an action-packed weekend of Premier League…
England v Iceland could be played in Albania if Covid rules out Wembley
England’s Nations League fixture against Iceland next Wednesday could be played in Albania after the Football…
Real Madrid midfielder Valverde suffers leg fracture
Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde is set for a spell on the sidelines after the club confirmed he…
West Ham half-term report: Angelo Ogbonna helping David Moyes shun Hammers’ “flaky” tag
After a rocky start following the sale of Grady Diangana, defeats to Newcastle and Arsenal and a…
Pogba can’t be satisfied with his situation at Man United, says Deschamps
France coach Didier Deschamps has suggested Paul Pogba is not satisfied with his “situation” at Manchester…
Burns leads Houston Open, Day and Johnson in contention
Sam Burns retained the lead at the Houston Open, but Jason Day and Dustin Johnson are…
Arsenal vs Aston Villa prediction: How will the Premier League fixture play out tonight?
Arsenal host Aston Villa on Sunday evening with the Gunners in a buoyant mood following their…
Barcelona youngster Ansu Fati to undergo knee surgery
Ansu Fati is to undergo surgery on the torn meniscus he suffered in Barcelona’s 5-2 win…
Medvedev beats Zverev to Paris title after final fightback
Daniil Medvedev won the Paris Masters title after fighting back from a set down to defeat…
Arsenal vs Aston Villa predicted line-ups: Team news ahead of Premier League fixture tonight
Arsenal host Aston Villa after Mikel Arteta’s side won at Old Trafford last week. Captain Pierre-Emerick…
Handball Premier League: Adorable Angels Earn More Respect, Niger United Still Sinking
League debutants, Adorable Angels are gradually becoming the delight of women’s handball in Nigeria at the…
Southampton Top Premier League for First Time after Newcastle Win
Southampton manager Ralph Hasenhuttl told his side to believe “anything is possible” after they went top…
Messi faces Barcelona wages cut if he stays, warns presidential candidate
Barcelona cannot afford to keep Lionel Messi at Camp Nou on his current salary, presidential candidate…
Champions League heading for goals record, but has Messi underperformed?
It has by no means been a vintage start to the season for Lionel Messi. The…
Kane makes it 200 for Spurs, Benfica fight back against Rangers
Harry Kane scored his 200th goal for Tottenham Hotspur on Thursday as he helped fire Spurs…
Ludogorets 1-3 Tottenham: Kane scores 200th goal in routine win
Harry Kane scored his 200th Tottenham goal in a comfortable 3-1 Europa League victory over Ludogorets…
‘Clever’ penalties? Speak about Liverpool and Man Utd, not Kane – Mourinho
Jose Mourinho took issue with the suggestion Harry Kane was “clever” in winning penalties as the…
Can Istanbul Basaksehir really become Turkey’s next footballing superpower?
The notion of a club’s success being ‘plastic’ or ‘fake’ is nothing new in European football.…
Robin van Persie explains why Fred is hindering Harry Maguire and Man Utd
Robin van Persie feels Fred is hindering Harry Maguire and Manchester United by not sticking to his position.…
‘Fed up’ Arteta admits Saliba could leave Arsenal
Mikel Arteta says William Saliba could leave Arsenal in January and admits he is as unhappy…
Ings injury hits England: Southgate’s options with Saints striker out for six weeks
Danny Ings will not play again for England until March 2021 at the earliest after the…
Chelsea vs Rennes prediction: How will Champions League fixture play out tonight?
Chelsea take on Rennes at Stamford Bridge in the Champions League this evening as Frank Lampard’s…
Maradona Undergoes Successful Brain Surgery On Blood Clot
Argentine football great Diego Maradona underwent successful brain surgery for a blood clot in a specialist…
Man Utd predicted starting lineup vs Istanbul Baseksehir for Champions League clash
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is expected to make three changes to his starting lineup as Man Utd…
Rumour Has It: Messi doesn’t want Barcelona stay, best offer is from Inter
Lionel Messi is again being linked with a move to Inter. Messi, 33, sensationally requested to…
Georgia Oboh Gets Invite To Participate In Saudi Arabia Golf Tournament
Nigeria’s teenage golf sensation, Georgia Oboh has continued to make progress into the elite class in…
Handball Premier League: Borno Spiders Stun Lagos Seasiders
The ongoing handball premier league at the MKO Abiola Stadium in Abuja is producing more upsets…
Solskjaer defends Pogba form following injuries and coronavirus
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has defended Paul Pogba’s recent form, reminding his critics that the Frenchman…
Atletico Madrid sign Kondogbia as Partey replacement
Atletico Madrid have completed the signing of Geoffrey Kondogbia from Valencia as their replacement for Thomas…
Liverpool face Mohamed Salah nightmare as Egypt may pick him for two tournaments
Liverpool could lose Mohamed Salah to Egypt duty for two different tournaments next season after Egypt’s…
‘Ziyech is even better than I thought!’ – Nevin ‘knocked out’ by ‘top class’ Chelsea new boy
Pat Nevin has acknowledged that Hakim Ziyech is “an even better player than I thought he…
Timo Werner makes Chelsea Champions League prediction with “good chance” declaration
Timo Werner has claimed Chelsea are good enough to win the Champions League – and believes…
Messi is not difficult to manage – Koeman contradicts Setien claims
Lionel Messi always shows his “ambition” and “winning character” and is not difficult to manage, according…
Schalke beat lowly Schweinfurt to win first game since February
Struggling Schalke enjoyed their first win since February on Tuesday when they came from behind to…
Pirlo: Playing Barca so soon did Juventus good
Juventus’ Champions League defeat to Barcelona helped them understand where they need to improve, said Andrea…
Mbappe not set for prolonged spell out – PSG boss Tuchel
Paris Saint-Germain coach Thomas Tuchel is not expecting Kylian Mbappe to endure a prolonged spell on the…
Lampard relieved after scan reveals ‘very minor’ Pulisic injury
Frank Lampard was relieved to learn a hamstring injury to Christian Pulisic was “very minor”, with…
Argentina legend Diego Maradona admitted to hospital just days after 60th birthday
Argentina legend Diego Maradona has been admitted to hospital just days after turning 60. The football legend was…
LeBron James aims to make a difference in election. How’s it going?
The Electoral College could validate LeBron James’ next great feat. He has won four NBA championships,…
