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The University of Uyo (UNIUYO) put up a strong performance by defeating the Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO) 8-1 in the last edition of the Inter-University Scrabble Series (IUSS) held in May 2026. The resounding result underlined UNIUYO’s growing status as one of the strongest university Scrabble teams in Nigeria, as the hosts dominated across the board in a …

Taiwo Awoniyi’s return has come at exactly the right time for Nottingham Forest, with improved results under a new manager who tightens the relegation outlook and changes the way betting markets interpret their season. Nottingham Forest’s campaign has not followed a straight line. For long periods, they looked like a team edging towards the bottom three, lacking confidence and without …

Nigeria head coach, José Peseiro has commended the efforts of the South African team despite beating them to qualify to the finals of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Côte d’Ivoire 2023. The Super Eagles won 4-2 on penalties after an entertaining 120 minutes of football ended 1-1 at the Stade de la Paix. According to José Peseiro, his players deserved to be in the …

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has appointed Congolese referee Jean-Jacques Ndala, who officiated the Africa Cup of Nations final, to referee the 2026 CAF Champions League final, a decision that is already attracting attention across the continent. Ndala will oversee the first leg of the final between FAR Rabat of Morocco and Mamelodi Sundowns of South Africa, scheduled for …

Nigerian athlete Chidi Okezie has revealed that determination and focus were key factors in the country’s qualification for the 2027 World Athletics Championships in the 4x400m mixed relay. READ ALSO: How 19-year-old Samuel Ogazi reset a 39-year-old national record and honored the legacy of innocent Egbunike as the passing of baton begins for a new era After missing out on …

manchester united have officially booked their place in next season’s UEFA Champions League after a vibrant 3-2 victory over fierce rivals Liverpool at Old Trafford. The result confirms United as the 12th classified club for the 2026-27 Champions League campaign and the english third teamjoining Arsenal and Manchester City. Thanks to additional support from England Elite Performance Point (EPS)the five …

By Abayomi Ademola The Nigerian football team will know its opponents for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches when the draw takes place on May 19, 2026, the Confederation of African Football has confirmed. A total of 48 nations, including co-hosts Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda, will compete for places in the tournament, officially named AFCON PAMOJA 2027.Teams will …

The Nigerian Scrabble Federation (NSF) has supported the nomination of Hassan Olojoku Abdulrafiu for the position of National Youth Coach, citing his impressive track record in grassroots development and youth excellence. Olojoku, who currently serves as the federation’s North Central Youth Coordinator and Kwara State Youth Coach, has earned a reputation as one of the most effective youth coaches in …

David Ozoh, who recently agreed to play for the Nigerian senior team, has bid farewell to his loan team, Derby County, following the end of the English Championship season, reports OwnGoalNigeria.com. The 20-year-old was on loan from Crystal Palace and made a huge impression, making 33 appearances with two goals from his deep-lying midfield role. He wrote a farewell message …

Manchester United have secured their place in next season’s Champions League after beating Liverpool 3-2 in a Premier League match at Old Trafford on Sunday. The Red Devils took a 2-0 lead in the first half, thanks to early goals from Matheus Cunha and Benjamin Sesko. Liverpool then came back to equalize in the second half, with Dominik Szoboszlai and …