Category: Sports
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Youtuber Jake Paul Defeats 58-Year-Old Mike Tyson in Historic Boxing Event
In a highly anticipated boxing match that blended generations and platforms, Jake Paul, the 27-year-old YouTuber-turned-boxer, decisively outclassed former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson, 58, in a one-sided affair at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, last night. The event, which marked Netflix’s first major live boxing broadcast, delivered both spectacle and substantial financial returns for all…
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Super Eagles Qualify for AFCON 2025
Nigeria’s path to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) turned into a day of double celebrations, first earning qualification through an unlikely ally in Libya, then showcasing their resilience in a hard-fought 1-1 draw against neighboring Benin Republic. The qualification story began far from Nigerian soil, as Libya’s unexpected 1-0 triumph over Rwanda in…
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Lookman Battles Ronaldo, Messi and Haaland for 2024 Globe Soccer Awards
Ademola Lookman, the Super Eagles winger currently playing for Italian club Atalanta, has been nominated for the 2024 Globe Soccer Awards’ Best Men’s Player category. He joins an elite list of global superstars including Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Kylian Mbappé, and Erling Haaland. The Globe Soccer Awards, hosted annually by the Dubai Sports Council, recognize…
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Troost-Ekong Rallies Super Eagles for AFCON Qualification Battle Against Benin
The Super Eagles have commenced preparations for their crucial Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against The Cheetahs of Benin Republic, with defender William Troost-Ekong leading the charge at their first training session at the Stade Felix Houphouet-Boigny in Abidjan. Twenty-two players participated in the initial training, with only Spain-based forward Sadiq Umar expected to…
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Van Nistelrooy Exits Manchester United as Ruben Amorim Takes Over
Manchester United have confirmed the departure of Ruud van Nistelrooy from his interim manager role, just a day after he guided the team to a commanding 3-0 Premier League victory over Leicester City. The announcement coincides with the arrival of new permanent manager Ruben Amorim in Manchester, where he was welcomed by Chief Executive Omar…
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Football Roundup: Osimhen’s Brace Inspires Galatasaray Win, Chelsea and Arsenal Share Spoils
Osimhen Brace Inspires Galatasaray Win Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen continued his scintillating form for Galatasaray, scoring a brace to help the Turkish giants secure a 3-2 victory over Samsunspor in the Super Lig on Sunday. Osimhen, on loan from Napoli, opened the scoring just four minutes into the game, heading home a cross from Lucas…
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Liverpool Extend Premier League Lead as Manchester City Stumble
Liverpool Football Club strengthened their position at the Premier League summit on Saturday, moving five points clear of their rivals following a decisive 2-0 victory over Aston Villa at Anfield, while Manchester City suffered a 2-1 defeat to Brighton. Mohamed Salah was at the heart of both Liverpool goals, setting up the first for Darwin…
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Ex-Man City Star Mendy Wins £11.5M Unpaid Salary Claim
In a significant legal victory, former Manchester City footballer Benjamin Mendy has won the majority of his employment tribunal claim against the club over £11.5 million in unpaid salary. The France international and World Cup winner was initially charged with s*x offenses, but was later cleared of all charges after two trials. Employment Judge Joanne…
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Top Striker Omorodion at Centre of Chelsea-Man United Bidding War
Premier League giants Chelsea and Manchester United are engaged in an intense battle to secure the services of Porto’s star striker Samu Omorodion, industry sources have revealed. Both clubs have identified the 23-year-old Nigerian as the “ideal profile” to bolster their attacking lineups, setting the stage for a high-stakes transfer tussle in the upcoming summer…
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Paris 2024: Probe Committee Recommends $5,000 Compensation for Ofili, Sanctions for Officials
In the aftermath of Nigeria’s disappointing performance at the Paris 2024 Olympics and Paralympic Games, an investigative panel has been tasked with unraveling the scandalous incidents that marred the country’s participation. The committee, set up by the immediate past Minister of Sports Development, John Enoh, has now submitted its findings, shedding light on the series…