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Vinicius Jr has spent years making headlines for dazzling defenders, winning trophies and standing up to racism. This time, however, the Real Madrid star is dominating the conversations for something completely different. Vinicius Jr has revealed a noticeably different appearance after undergoing a chin harmonization procedure, a cosmetic treatment designed to improve the jawline and facial structure. Vinicius Jr and …

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced an increase in prize money for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), with tournament winners receiving $2 million. CAF President Dr Patrice Motsepe confirmed the expanded prize fund ahead of the competition, which will take place in Morocco from July 26 to August 16, 2026. The champions’ reward represents a …

Post views: 43 The President of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), Chief Tonobok Okowa, says he is pleased with the formidable athletics team that will participate in the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, which officially open tomorrow, Thursday 23 July 2026. The 6-day athletics events will take place from Monday 27 July to Saturday 1 August 2026 at Scotstoun …

Faculty of Physical and Health Sciences Student Association (FPHSSA) Coach Daniel Joshua has praised the Lagos University Students Union (ULSU) to revive competitive sports, describing the tournament as a vital platform to discover and showcase student-athletes across the institution. Speaking after his team’s 2-1 loss to MSA in the ULSU Super Cup knockout stage at the UNILAG Sports Centre, Joshua …

Nigeria senior national team coach Eric Chelle is still not satisfied with the addition of Al Ittihad striker George Ilenikhena to the team’s attack, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. Chelle managed to convert the 19-year-old from the Ligue 1 giants to the Saudi Arabian side in January. Many saw the capture of Ilenikhena as enough of an option for striker Victor Osimhen. However, …

Spanish side Valencia are weighing the possibility of signing Nigerian striker Josh Maja following his departure from Sky Bet Championship side West Bromwich Albion. completesports.com information. Maja is currently available on a free transfer after his contract with the Baggies expired at the end of the 2025/26 season, making him an attractive option for clubs looking to strengthen their attack …

Post views: 139 Niger State Governor, farmer Mohammed Umaru Bago, had led the President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Musa Gusau, on an inspection tour of the ongoing renovation of the Bako Kontagora Stadium in Minna as efforts intensify to ensure that the Niger Tornadoes continue to play their home matches in Minna. Speaking during the inspection, …

nigerian striker Kelechi Iheanacho has defended his move to the Turkish second division Bursaspor after rejecting an offer presented by the Scottish champions Celtic to keep him at the club for at least one more season. Kelechi Iheanacho, who won a league double with Celtic last season, has abandoned contract talks with the Scottish giants and completed a shock move …

CAF has received written statements from several Cameroonian football stakeholders to look into and investigate certain alleged improper conduct by Mr. Samuel Eto’o who is President of the Fédération Camerounaise de Football (“FECAFOOT”). CAF is looking into these requests based on and in accordance with the CAF Statutes and Regulations. Whilst the allegations are prima facie serious, Mr. Samuel Eto’o …

Post views: 23 By Wakawaka Sports Silversports Football Club has recorded another milestone after the invitation of two of its players to the Imo State team ahead of their preparations for the upcoming FirstBank/Samuel Okwaraji U-16 Championship. The development was revealed by the club’s Chief Executive Officer, Kennedy Onwunali, while leading the players at the state team’s training camp. …