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Aryna Sabalenka moved to a moving distance from her first crown of the France Open after dethroning the four times IgA Swiatek champion in an exciting semifinal battle on Thursday. The world number 1 triumphed 7-6 (7-1), 4-6, 6-0 to take the notable winning streak of 26 Swiatek games in Roland Garros. Sabalenka will now face Coco Gound in Saturday’s …

The Disciplinary Committee of the Nigeria National League (NNL) has pardoned both Gateway Football Club of Abeokuta and Malumfashi FC of Malumfashi, and allowed them to return to the Nigeria National League, after they were expelled by the League Body. Read Also: 1472 FC Breaks Ground with Brazilian Signings in NNL Boost Confirming this to NNL media on Thursday, the …

Victor Boniface has announced his retirement from international football at the age of 24 after a bad performance in the 1-1 draw against Russia in an international friendly game in Moscow. Boniface, who was transferred in the second half of the game, made the announcement on his official Instagram page immediately after the game. “Proud to play for my country …

In an international friendly historic held on Friday, June 6, 2025, Super Eagles in Nigeria secured a 1-1 draw against Russia at the Luzhniki stadium in Moscow. This match marked the first higher level meeting between the two nations. Russia opened the scoring in the 27th minute when defender Semi Ajayi diverted the cross of Viktor Melykhin to his own …

Manchester City administrator, Pep Guardiola, told the star of Barcelona Lamine Yamal that he can never reach the level of Lionel Messi. In a conversation with Dazn, the Spanish tactic declared that although the 17 -year -old is emerging as a world -class talent, it is “impossible” for any player to coincide with the Argentine’s achievements. “It is surprising what …

Tottenham Hotspur has separated from Ange Postcoglou almost 16 days after they won the European League title. Spurs won a 1-0 win over Manchester United in Bilbao to seal the first large trophy for 17 years. However, it came towards the end of their worst Premier League season, with the London club finishing -177 after losing 22 of their 38 …

In a first senior international encounter, Russia and Nigeria held a 1-1 draw in an international friendly at the iconic Luzhniki stadium on Friday. The party, marked by moments of brilliance and resilience, showed the competitive spirit of both teams despite the notable absences, leaving fans with much to encourage. First half: Russia takes leadership through its own goal Russia …

The CEO of Monimichelle Sports Facility Construction Company, Mr. Ebi Egbe, has dedicated his prestigious Wakawaka sports award to the mourning of the childhood of the State of Kano who recently lost his life in a tragic accident, as well as his dedicated staff who made the redefinition of sports infrastructures in Nigeria. Egbe, a former match agent based in …

Eric Chelle’s undefeated record as coach of the Nigerian senior team remains intact with the substitute Tolu Arokodare scoring a vital leveling to help the team a 1-1 draw against Russia in an international friendly game, reports Owngoalnigeria.com.

Captain of Super Eagles and Al Kholood defend William Troost-Ekong He has shared the team’s mentality before his international friendly match against Russia, stating that players are completely focused and committed to having a solid performance. Speaking from the team camp, Troost-Ekong admitted that although the team is not completely familiar with the current Russian team, extensive preparations have been …