Author: Tumininu Yussuf
The draw for the 2025–26 UEFA Champions League league phase will take place on Thursday, 28 August, in Monaco, with the first round of fixtures scheduled between 16 and 18 September. The UEFA’s bold Swiss-style league format is set for its second year new debutants, a revamped draw system, and heavyweight clashes on the horizon. The highly anticipated ceremony, which starts at 17:00 BST, will confirm the matchups for all 36 clubs in the revamped league-format competition. Champions League Draw Format This year’s competition follows the same structure introduced in the 2024–25 season, replacing the traditional group stage with a…
Two-time heavyweight world champion, Anthony Joshua has purchased a piece of British Boxing history, securing a 30-year-old punchbag from Sheffield’s famous Wincobank Gym, while making a generous donation to will support grassroot and local amateur boxing. The 35-year-old London 2012 Olympic gold medalist spotted Dominic Ingle, son of the legendary boxing coach Brendan Ingle, sharing a video of one of the ancient heavy bags his father installed three decades ago. After a member of Team AJ reached out, Ingle agreed to part with one of the iconic punchbags, which had been lying beneath the gym’s ring. In return, Joshua made a…
The Premier League’s Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system once again dominated headlines over the weekend in EPL Gameweek 2. From Manchester United’s contentious penalty at Fulham to Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford’s challenge on Mohammed Kudus, refereeing standards and VAR’s high bar for intervention were placed under the microscope. Here’s a full review of the major incidents, the reasoning behind VAR calls, and why some decisions left supporters scratching their heads. Fulham 1-1 Manchester United Possible Disallowed Goal: Leny Yoro Pushes Bassey Incident: In the 58th minute, United defender Leny Yoro’s header, which deflected off Fulham strike, Rodrigo…
Nigeria’s hammer throw star, Sade Olatoye has set her sights on surpassing her personal best and securing a medal at the upcoming World Athletics Championships in Tokyo this September. The 29-year-old Olympian, who has been in strong form this season, delivered a Season’s Best (SB) throw of 70.27m at the recent Edmonton Athletics Invitational in Canada. Buoyed by that performance, Olatoye believes she is on track to peak at the global event. “For myself early in the season and mid-season, I keep just striving for the best; there’s still so much more season left,” Olatoye said. “The World Championships are…
Nigeria men’s basketball, D’Tigers head coach, Mohammed Abdulrahman, has declared a positive forecast on the future of the national team following their quarterfinal defeat at the recently concluded 2025 FIBA Afrobasket Championship. Nigeria D’Tigers got eliminated in the 2025 FIBA Afrobasket by Senegal on a 91-75 scoreline, ending their 3-0 unbeaten run and their sought to end their tittle drought of over a decade. Coach Abdulrahman believes the lessons learned from the tournament will make them stronger and serve as a foundation for growth and success in future competitions. Lessons Learned From Afrobasket Campaign Speaking after D’Tigers’ elimination, Abdulrahman who…
Head coach of the reigning Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) champions, the Super Falcons of Nigeria, Justin Madugu, has revealed that preparations have already shifted towards the next round of WAFCON qualifiers, scheduled for October 2025 against West African rivals, Benin Republic. Madugu, who masterminded Nigeria’s recent WAFCON triumph, has explained that the focus now is to strengthen the squad further, scout active and in-form players, and provide opportunities for those who missed out on the tournament. The Super Falcons are now aiming to defend their continental crown and secure early qualification for the next WAFCON, using coach Madugu’s roadmap…
Super Falcons captain, Rasheedat Ajibade has signed a two-year deal with Paris Saint-Germain Féminine, completing a blockbuster move to one of Europe’s biggest clubs. The 25-year-old forward joins as a free agent after leaving Atlético de Madrid at the end of last season. PSG confirmed the signing on Tuesday morning, announcing that Ajibade has committed to the club until June 30, 2027, with an option to extend. The Nigerian star, fresh off leading the Super Falcons to Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) glory in July, expressed her excitement over the next chapter of her career. “I’m deeply honoured to…
Arsenal have been dealt an untimely injury setback ahead of Sunday’s heavyweight clash with Liverpool at Anfield, with Bukayo Saka ruled out and captain Martin Ødegaard facing a race against time to be fit. Saka sidelined for four weeks The 23-year-old winger limped off during Arsenal’s 5-0 win over Leeds United at the Emirates on Saturday after pulling up with a hamstring injury. Scans have confirmed Saka will miss up to four weeks of action, ruling him out of the Liverpool game and England’s upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Andorra and Serbia next month. There was initial concern the injury…
On a night of drama, noise, chaos and pure theatre at St James’ Park, 16-year-old Rio Ngumoha etched his name into Premier League history by scoring a 100th-minute winner to hand champions Liverpool a breathless 3-2 victory over 10-man Newcastle United. It was a contest that had everything: a red card for Anthony Gordon, a comeback led by Bruno Guimarães and Will Osula, and ultimately a teenage debutant writing his own fairy tale. Liverpool Strike First, Newcastle See Red Newcastle had a ferocious start, but it was Liverpool who drew first blood. Against the run of play, Ryan…
St James’ Park will be a cauldron of noise tonight as Newcastle United host Liverpool in their first home game of the season, with kickoff set for 8pm under the lights. It’s a Bank Holiday blockbuster with added drama: Alexander Isak’s future continues to dominate headlines, while Liverpool arrive on Tyneside with new signing Hugo Ekitike, a player Newcastle long pursued, set to feature. It is also the first time the two sides will meet after Newcastle defeated Liverpool to lift the Carabao Cup last season, breaking a 70 year trophy drought. Arne Slot Knows What Awaits: “You…
