Tag: football
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Rivers Hoopers celebrate fifth straight win at 2026 NPBL Phase Two
Admin Rivers Hoopers won a scrappy contest against local counterparts Athletes 4 Peace 50-47 as John Idoga dealt a devastating blow with a buzzer-beating corner three to ensure the KingsMen notched their fifth straight win, maintaining their perfect run in the 2026 Nigeria Premier Basketball League (NPBL), Phase Two. The indoor basketball court at the…
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Maybe Nwabali should have hung on with Chippa United, says Troost-Ekong
Editor Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong believes that the decision of goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali to leave his club, Chippa United, without first having another ready contract elsewhere was a huge mistake by the former Super Eagles number one. Nwabali came to the national limelight and became Nigeria’s first-choice goalie during the 2023 AFCON. He…
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Fatai Atere: From Principal’s Cup to World Cup
By Ojomu Idowu How Fatai Atere went from being an Igbobi College hero to Nigeria’s first FIFA cadet champion In 1985, Fatai Atere did what no Igbobi College team captain had done in 38 years: he lifted the Principal’s Cup. The boy from Mushin, captained Igbobi, Yaba to glory on the Lagos school fields. He…
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Basketball: Rivers Hoopers thrash Comets as they begin Premier League phase two campaign
Admin Abel Offia overcame pre-game illness to score 18 points, leading Rivers Hoopers to a dominant 83-55 victory over Comets as Phase Two of the 2026 Nigeria Premier Basketball League began on Saturday. The match was played at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu. The sharpshooter, who had been dealing with flu-like symptoms before tip-off, ignited…
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Federation Cup: El-Kanemi beat Wikki Tourists 3-1, to face Ikorodu City in final
By Emmanuel Chinedu Three-time winners El-Kanemi Warriors have advanced to the President Federation Cup final, after they beat Bauchi-based side, Wikki Tourists 3-1, in the semi-finals on Wednesday. The game was played at the Mohammed Dikko Stadium, Katsina. Bashir Musa broke the deadlock inside 15 minutes, with a brilliant finish outside the box to give…
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FIFA World Cup breaks broadcast records across the board
Admin More than 54 million viewers tuned in across Canada, Mexico, and the United States for the opening FIFA World Cup 2026 matches featuring the three Host Nations, highlighting the tournament’s unparalleled ability to bring people together and captivate audiences across North America With a combined 27.5 million viewers, the United States’ opening match against…
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Mbappe bags a brace as France beat Senegal 3-1
Editor Kylian Mbappe scored twice as France launched their bid for a third World Cup crown with a 3-1 victory over Senegal in Group I on Tuesday. Real Madrid star Mbappe took his career World Cup goals tally to 14 – just two behind all-time leader Miroslav Klose – and Bradley Barcola was also on…
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John Terry backs England for World Cup glory ahead of Croatia clash
Admin As England prepare to begin their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign against Croatia on Wednesday evening, former England captain and SuperSport FIFA World Cup analyst John Terry believes the Three Lions have a genuine opportunity to end decades of hurt and bring football’s greatest prize home. Terry, who is part of SuperSport’s star-studded FIFA…
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World Cup: Debutants Cape Verde hold Spain to a goalless draw
Editor European champions, Spain, were held to a 0-0 result by debutants Cape Verde in their opening game on Monday in Atlanta in the 2026 World Cup. The island African country with less than one million people is not new to big feats, as they had already shown signs of resilience, going by their qualification…
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Simy Nwankwo makes a homecoming to celebrate great season
Editor Soccer fans in and around Nkpor Agu in Idemili North LGA of Anambra State are excitedly looking forward to seeing Nigerian striker, Simeon Tochukwu Nwankwo, who is simply known as Simy. He is making a heartfelt homecoming on 21st June 2026, marking the end of a remarkable season in the Saudi Arabia league. Tagged…
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