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National Sports Commission Unveils Renewed Hope Initiative
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has unveiled the Renewed Hope Initiative for Nigeria’s Sports Economy (RHINSE), to transform the nation’s sports industry.
The NSC Chairman, Shehu Dikko, disclosed this in a statement in Abuja. RHINSE…
Serie A: Atalanta Under Pressure from Napoli, Inter Milan
Atalanta's winning run and top spot are at risk when the Serie A leaders take on fourth-placed Lazio this weekend, with Napoli and Inter Milan ready to pounce should Gian Piero Gasperini's side finally slip up.
Atalanta appear…
Sporting Sacks Pereira Joao, Appoints Borges As Replacement
Sporting have appointed Rui Borges as head coach, the Portuguese champions announced on Thursday, following the sacking of Joao Pereira.
Sporting said Borges has signed a contract until June 2026, with an option to further extend it by a…
Guardiola: Manchester City in Danger of Missing Champions League
Manchester City are at risk of missing out on next season's Champions League due to their recent dip in form, manager Pep Guardiola said.
City, who are looking to qualify for Europe's top club competition for a 15th straight season, have…
Matthew Kuti Reclaims National Table Tennis Title
Matthew Kuti Reclaims National Table Tennis Title at 10th Elicris Cup
Nigerian table tennis prodigy Matthew Kuti bounced back from a recent setback to reclaim his national title at the 10th Elicris Table Tennis Cup. Kuti defeated Muiz…
Osimhen Spreads Christmas Cheer in Lagos with Generous Donations
Super Eagles and Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has brought festive cheer to his childhood community in Olusosun, Lagos, by distributing 2,000 motor-tricycles and food items to youths and mothers. The initiative, reported by The PUNCH,…
Nigerian Stars Set for Boxing Day Football Action
Boxing Day is packed with football excitement, and Nigerian players will take center stage in key fixtures across Europe. From the Premier League to the Belgian Pro League, here's a rundown of the games featuring Nigerian stars.
Iwobi,…
CAF Highlights Moments of 2024
The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF), wrapped up an extraordinary year of football in 2024, with major milestones in men’s, women’s, youth and club football.
From Côte d’Ivoire’s historic AFCON victory to landmark performances…
Transparency, Credibility Key To NPFL Growth, Says Chairman
The Chairman of Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), Gbenga Elegbeleye, said the league can only be attractive to investors through transparency, credibility and well motivated referees to render their best.
He disclosed this during a…
Chelsea Manager Enzo Maresca Dismisses Title Talk
Chelsea are second in the Premier League standings but manager Enzo Maresca played down talk of title pressure and said that he is only focused on areas where his team could improve.
The London-based side are on 35 points, four behind…