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The just over a month-long 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament was undoubtedly the finest display of footballing artistry the world has seen in some time, and provided many financial benefits for the participating teams. FIFA, soccer’s international governing body, previously announced a record prize fund of $871 million for the 48-team tournament. It was confirmed that tournament champion Spain would …

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With just two days to go before the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, Team Nigeria’s sprint contingent received another big boost when Favor Ashe claimed an impressive victory at the BFTAA Open in Lee Valley, England. The Nigerian sprinter claimed victory in the men’s 100m final, clocking 10.06 seconds with a tailwind of +2.6 m/s to finish ahead of Great Britain’s …

Nigerian international striker Kelechi Iheanacho surprised many when he decided to join Turkish second division side Bursaspor as a free agent, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. Iheanacho’s one-year contract with Scottish side Celtic expired at the end of the season, leaving him available to other teams. Celtic took the lead by making it clear that they want to extend his contract and offered …

In just two days, the eyes of the sporting world will turn to Glasgow, Scotland, when more than 3,000 athletes representing 74 Commonwealth Games associations gather for the 2026 Commonwealth Games, competing for 215 gold medals in 11 sports. Among them will be Team Nigeria, one of the most respected sporting nations in the Commonwealth, carrying not only the dreams …

Pete Sampras has warned Roger Federer that his upcoming induction into the International Tennis Hall of Fame would be a moment like no other that would hit him hard and deliver a major blow. Before his induction, Federer shared that he asked Sampras what the experience was like and received advice that looking back on his own career and being …

Nigeria, with head coach Justine Maduguhas retained the core of the team that lifted the continental title last year as the Super Falcons prepare to defend their crown in Morocco, but there is a problem. The nine times? No, now record 10-time African champions will chase an unprecedented 11th WAFCON title when the tournament begins July 26 to August 16. …

By Maxwell Kumoye The President of the Nigerian Volleyball Federation (NVBF), Engineer Musa Nimrod, has called for full commitment and support as the Nigerian men’s volleyball team prepares for the 2026 African Cup of Nations final in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Nimrod made these remarks shortly after the team secured qualification for the continental championship, where the eventual …

Former England captain, manager and two-time Ballon d’Or winner Kevin Keegan has died at the age of 75 after battling stage four cancer, ending one of English football’s most celebrated careers. Keegan’s family confirmed his passing in a statement on Monday, saying the football icon died peacefully surrounded by his wife and daughters after a courageous battle with cancer. Project …

Post views: 100 The President of the Delta State Athletics Association, Malik Itiako Ikpokpo, has lauded the leadership of the National Sports Commission (NSC), describing the current administration led by President Mallam Shehu Dikko and Director General Hon. Bukola Olopade as intentional, proactive and highly collaborative. Speaking to FAKS MEDIA, Ikpokpo said the main difference between the current NSC …