European champions Paris Saint-Germain have completed the signing of Ukrainian centre-back Illia Zabarnyi from Premier League side Bournemouth, the club announced on Tuesday. British media reports value the transfer at around £57 million ($76.7 million, €66 million), making Zabarnyi the first Ukrainian to play for PSG. The 22-year-old’s arrival could put pressure on Brazilian captain…
By Ayomide Otitoju MTN Nigeria has successfully concluded the Port Harcourt leg of its 2025 Prestige Golf Classic, held on July 25–26, bringing together top business leaders, high-value clients, and golf enthusiasts for two days of networking and competitive sport. The exclusive, invitation-only event opened with a cocktail reception, creating a relaxed atmosphere for guests…
Manchester United have completed a £50 million ($67 million) renovation of their Carrington training complex, which co-owner Jim Ratcliffe described as a “world-class performance environment” aimed at helping the club return to the top of English football. The upgraded facility, United’s base since 2000, was completed during the 2024/25 season, with Ruben Amorim’s squad moving…
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has completed a permanent move to Turkish champions Galatasaray in a deal worth €75 million, ending a protracted transfer saga with Italian side Napoli. Galatasaray confirmed the transfer on Thursday, disclosing that the Nigerian forward signed a four-year contract and will earn €15 million annually. He will also receive a…
By Ayomide Otitoju President Bola Tinubu on Monday conferred national honours on Nigeria’s Super Falcons for clinching the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title. At a ceremony held at the Presidential Villa, Tinubu awarded the team’s 24 players and 11 technical staff the national honour of Officer of the Order of the Niger…
By Ayomide Otitoju Nigeria’s Super Falcons are basking in continental glory following their dramatic 3–2 victory over hosts Morocco to win the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). But behind the team’s historic comeback lies a lesser-known story of spiritual preparation credited by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) leadership as key to the nation’s…
Croatian football legend Luka Modric has signed a one-year contract with AC Milan, bringing his glittering European career to Italy as he looks to remain competitive at the highest level. The 2018 Ballon d’Or winner confirmed the move on Wednesday in an interview with AC Milan TV, stating, “I’m happy to be here. I wanted…
American rapper and global entertainment icon Snoop Dogg has become a co-owner of Swansea City, the Welsh football club confirmed on Thursday, marking a surprising new chapter in the club’s ownership structure. The 53-year-old joins former Real Madrid and Croatia midfielder Luka Modric as investors in the Championship side. Modric, who recently signed for AC…
Spain midfielder Aitana Bonmati says she is ready to give her all in Friday’s UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 quarter-final against hosts Switzerland after recovering from a bout of viral meningitis that briefly cast doubt over her tournament. The reigning Ballon d’Or Féminin winner, who missed the opening two group games against Portugal and Belgium, returned…
