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Okan Buruk says Victor Osimhen’s return to training has provided a significant boost for Galatasaray ahead of their Turkish Süper Lig clash against Gençlerbirliği. Osimhen returned to training on Tuesday after recovering from the arm injury he suffered in last month’s UEFA Champions League clash against Liverpool. The injury has forced the Nigerian international to miss Galatasaray’s last three matches …

Post views: 115 Former Director of the National Sports Commission, Dr. Patrick Ekeji, has applauded Rangers International Football Club for establishing the Rangers International Football Club Foundation, describing it as a bold step towards greater community impact and sustainable development. Dr. Ekeji delivered the eulogy in his hometown during a courtesy visit by Amb. Kennedy Onwunali, Rangers International FC …

Chelsea are under investigation by the Premier League over alleged financial breaches during Roman Abramovich’s ownership. Chelsea’s new owners, Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital, reported irregularities to UEFA and the Premier League after their takeover in 2022. In July, UEFA fined the Blues £8.6million for incomplete financial information. And while the Premier League are yet to charge Chelsea, an investigation …

Arsenal are back in the UEFA Champions League semi-finals, but not in the way many expected. A drab 0-0 draw against Sporting CP at the Emirates Stadium was enough to seal qualification, thanks to their 1-0 lead in the first leg. Although the result is a historical milestone, a second consecutive semi-final appearance for the first time in club history, …

FIFA has announced plans to introduce a Super Bowl-style halftime show at the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, marking a historic first for the tournament. The groundbreaking performance is scheduled for July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, which will be renamed New York New Jersey Stadium for the event. According to FIFA President Gianni Infantino, the half-time …

Kwara United Queens head coach Felicia Anthony has reaffirmed her team’s determination to maintain their impressive run and clinch the title at the Kwara First Lady Pre-Season Championship. This follows their resounding 4-1 win over FUOYE Dazzlers in the semi-final played at the KFA Golden Pitch, George Innih Stadium, Ilorin, on Thursday. Speaking after the match, Anthony expressed his satisfaction …

The coach of English Premier League side Crystal Palace has called up five Nigerians for today’s UEFA Conference League second leg match against Fiorentina, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. Oliver Glasner, who removed Nigerian international Uche Chrisantus from the official list of registered players after the January transfer window, hopes his team will book a place in the semi-final. They have a 3-0 …

At just seven years old, Okunrinboye Adesire Samuel is already attracting attention as one of Nigeria’s most exciting emerging football talents, with his precocious ability, discipline and maturity setting him apart as a player to watch in the future. READ ALSO: “The next Puyol?” Young defender Adeniyi shines in defeat in the Femmco Championship Born on December 29, 2018 in …

Former Arsenal goalkeeper Alex Manninger died in a traffic accident, his first club Red Bull Salzburg announced, Sky Sports reports. Manninger, 48, helped Arsenal to the double in 1997/98, coming on for David Seaman in seven Premier League appearances and saving a penalty in the FA Cup semi-final against West Ham. He played 64 games for the Gunners between 1997 …

american tail has stepped forward to champion women’s basketball in Nigeria with the debut of the women’s edition of its Courtside 2026 tournament, held at the Ilupeju Basketball Court in Lagos. After five weeks of intense competition and outstanding performances, the MC Spencer team emerged as champions, closing a tournament that brought together 8 communities from across Lagos. The women’s …