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Lagos State is celebrating a new champion after the Knights of Lagos put in a sensational performance to defeat defending champions Abia-Warriors 47-7 and capture the Showtime Bowl XIV title on Sunday at Showtime Arena, Elegushi, Lekki. The resounding victory completed one of the greatest redemption stories in Showtime Flag Football history. After finishing as runners-up in both Showtime Bowl …

Fresh from a memorable first international assignment for Nigeria, Arthur Okonkwo has said winning the Africa Cup of Nations is now his greatest ambition as the Wrexham goalkeeper continues to establish himself for both club and country. The 24-year-old goalkeeper enjoyed a dream introduction to life with the Super Eagles in June, making his senior debut under Eric Chelle and …

Arsenal star Kai Havertz has hit back at Gary Lineker after the former England striker claimed this is “one of the weakest German national teams I’ve ever seen”. The German striker addressed the foreign comments during a press conference ahead of the highly anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32 clash against Paraguay. Also read:World Cup 2026: Brazil must …

In a historic achievement for African football, nine of the continent’s 10 representatives advanced to the round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, setting a new record for the deepest collective performance by CAF nations in the history of the tournament. The expanded 48-team format has proven to be a boon for Africa, rewarding competitive performances from a …

Abayomi Ademola Canada secured a spectacular place in the last 16 of the FIFA World Cup for the first time in history after Stephen Eustaquio scored an injury-time winner in a tense 1-0 victory over South Africa in Los Angeles. With extra time looming in a largely complicated match, Eustaquio produced the decisive moment in the second minute of added …

Post views: 27 ..David Fizdale set to make his debut as D’Tigers head coach The Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) has officially unveiled the roster of 12 D’Tigers players who will represent Nigeria at the 2027 FIBA ​​Basketball World Cup African Qualifiers (Window 3) taking place in Luanda, Angola from 2 to 5 July 2026. The tournament marks the start …

David Hall International College of Lagos is aiming for its first national basketball title as the school prepares for the latest edition of the Milo National Basketball Championship scheduled to begin on Saturday, June 27, 2026. Head coach Adekunle Samuel believes his team has learned valuable lessons from previous appearances and is ready to challenge for the crown. Speaking before …

The Nigerian Volleyball Federation (NVBF) has invited 20 players to camp ahead of the 2026 African Volleyball Confederation (CAVB) Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, as preparations intensify for the continental qualifying tournament scheduled to take place in Abidjan, Ivory Coast from July 13-23. The squad, announced by the federation on Saturday, comprises a mix of experienced national team players, emerging …

Europa League winners Aston Villa have joined the list of teams interested in signing 24-year-old Nigerian international winger Femi Azeez from English Championship side Millwall, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. Azeez made his debut for Nigeria in the summer after scoring 11 goals and 8 assists in 34 games last season. He carried his form to the Nigerian team, where he scored a …

England completed an unbeaten run in Group L with a 2-0 win over Panama, as Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane scored in the second half to confidently send the Three Lions into the round of 32 of the FIFA World Cup. Despite dominating possession and creating the best chances from the opening whistle at the MetLife Stadium, Thomas Tuchel’s men …