FIFA President Gianni Infantino has faced renewed criticism after UEFA, CONCACAF and the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) issued a joint statement stressing that football should not be controlled by any individual. The three confederations, in a letter issued on Monday, criticised the leadership of world football’s governing body following Infantino’s recently withdrawn proposal to introduce…
By Ayomide Otitoju Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has expressed the state’s readiness to host the inaugural National Intermediate Sports Festival scheduled for October 1 to 15. Sanwo-Olu spoke on Saturday during an inspection of ongoing rehabilitation works at the Teslim Balogun Stadium in Surulere, one of the venues being prepared for the event. The…
By Ayomide Otitoju Charles Okocha reclaimed bragging rights after defeating street-pop singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, in the much-anticipated Chaos in the Ring celebrity boxing rematch held in Lagos. The event, sponsored by Fearless Energy Drink, took place on Friday at the Balmoral Convention Centre, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, attracting celebrities, sports enthusiasts and…
By Ayomide Otitoju Nigeria’s Ezekiel Nathaniel claimed a historic gold medal in the men’s 400-metre hurdles at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, becoming the first Nigerian to win the event. Nathaniel delivered a commanding performance at Scotstoun Stadium in Glasgow, Scotland, on Friday, crossing the finish line in 48.47 seconds to secure the title. The 23-year-old…
The Asian Football AFC Welcomes FIFA’s Withdrawal of World Cup Investment Plan(AFC) has welcomed FIFA’s decision to withdraw its proposal to allow private investment in the FIFA World Cup, describing the move as a positive step for global football. In a statement issued on Saturday, AFC President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa said the…
Nigeria’s Super Falcons have vowed to bounce back from their opening defeat to Malawi as they prepare for a crucial Group C clash against Zambia at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) on Saturday. Speaking at a pre-match press conference, Head Coach Justin Madugu and goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie said the team has put…
South Africa scored deep into stoppage time to earn a dramatic 2-2 draw against Ivory Coast in their Group B match at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco on Friday, keeping their hopes of reaching the knockout stage alive. Hildah Magaia struck in the ninth minute of added time after connecting…
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has joined UEFA and CONCACAF in opposing FIFA’s proposed private investment plan for the FIFA World Cup, warning that the prospect of a World Cup boycott has become a serious concern for global football. In a statement issued on Friday, the AFC said it was alarmed that the debate had…
Chelsea have officially completed the signing of France international defender Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace in a deal reportedly worth around £52 million. The 26-year-old centre-back has signed a long-term contract that will keep him at Stamford Bridge until 2032, becoming one of the club’s latest major additions ahead of the 2026/27 season under new…
