From Marcus Nkire Jake Paul has revealed that he required a second operation on his jaw following his knockout defeat to Anthony Joshua in their December bout. The fight, held at Miami’s Kaseya Center, was a high-profile match backed by Netflix and widely discussed across the boxing world. Paul, who has transitioned from online personality…
From David Joseph Arsenal attacker Kai Havertz is expected to spend more time on the sidelines after picking up a muscular injury, according to reports. The setback arrives shortly after the German international made his return from a long spell out, adding another interruption during an already stop-start season for the 26-year-old. Havertz had shown…
From Moses Hope Santos coach Juan Pablo Vojvoda says the club is pleased with Neymar’s progress after knee surgery but stressed that the forward will only return once he is physically ready, as per ESPN. Neymar, who celebrated his 34th birthday this week, rejoined team training for the first time since undergoing arthroscopic surgery on…
Marcus Nkire Chairman of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Chiedu Ebie, has said the Niger Delta Games should evolve into a sustainable talent-development platform capable of producing athletes who will fly Nigeria’s flag at global competitions. Ebie spoke during a review retreat organised by Dunamis-Icon Limited for stakeholders involved in the upcoming second edition…
From Marcus Nkire Excitement brews as the Niger-Delta Games (NDG) swing by once again. An event with a heightened competitive edge, a penchant for the limelight and captivating highlights enough to engineer satisfying sporting memories that last a lifetime. With the 2026 edition firmly slated for the 20th to 27th of February as announced recently,…
By Shola Bademi Nigeria and Morocco will battle for a place in the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations when they meet in a highly anticipated semi-final clash on Wednesday night in Rabat. The encounter, to be played at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, pits Africa’s most decorated football nation against the tournament…
From Marcus Nkire FC Barcelona claimed their 16th Spanish Super Cup title after edging arch-rivals Real Madrid 3–2 in a pulsating Clásico final played in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. A brace from Brazilian winger Raphinha and a first-half goal by Robert Lewandowski sealed the victory for the Catalan giants, who became the first club in 15…
By Tolu James Spain’s world number one, Carlos Alcaraz, has pulled out of this week’s Davis Cup Final 8 in Bologna after doctors advised him against playing due to swelling in his right hamstring. The 22-year-old confirmed the development on X, expressing disappointment at missing national duty, which he described as a privilege he never…
Nigeria 4–1 Gabon (AET) Osihmen and co. put Gabon to the sword in a hotly contested matchup. By Marcus Nkire Nigeria stormed into the World Cup playoff final on Thursday night after a dramatic 4–1 extra-time win over Gabon in Rabat. The Super Eagles looked set for a narrow victory when Akor Adams broke the…
By Marcus Nkire Nigeria booked their place in the World Cup qualifying playoff final after a thrilling 4–1 extra-time victory over Gabon in Rabat on Thursday night, a game that went from nervy to electric in a heartbeat. The Super Eagles started brightly but wasted a handful of early chances, with Victor Osimhen coming close…
