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Edo Queens Win WAFU-B Champions League Title on 4-1 Penalties

Edo Queens twice came from behind to draw 2-2 with Ampem Darkoa Ladies before winning 4-1 on penalties, lifting the WAFU-B Women's Champions League title and booking a spot at the CAF Women's Champions League finals.

Japan To Face Brazil Again at Singapore Tournament

Japan will meet Brazil again at the Mizuho Blue Challenge in Singapore this November, following their 2‑1 World Cup defeat. The four‑team tournament will also feature Paraguay and hosts Singapore, with matches scheduled between November 13 and 17.

NFF President Ibrahim Gusau Resigns Amid Football Setbacks

Nigeria Football Federation President Ibrahim Gusau has resigned, citing the need for new leadership. His exit, alongside General Secretary Mohammed Sanusi, comes after Nigeria’s teams failed to qualify for the World Cups and may affect upcoming NFF elections.

Gauff Dominates Pegula to Claim Second Cincinnati Crown

Coco Gauff sent a resounding message to the tennis world on Sunday, powering past fellow American Jessica Pegula 6-2, 6-4 to capture her second Cincinnati Open title and her first trophy of the 2026 season.

Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ Ball Sells For £2.5 Million At US Auction

The Adidas Azteca ball Diego Maradona used to score his controversial "Hand of God" goal against England in 1986 has sold for £2.5 million at Heritage Auctions, falling short of a $10 million pre-sale estimate despite huge collector interest.

Nneka Ogwumike Announces Retirement: A Legend Bows Out After 15 Seasons

The 2016 MVP and WNBPA president, Nneka Ogwumike, has announced she will retire at the end of the 2026 season, closing a 15‑year career that transformed the WNBA.

Cameroon Win First WAFCON Title After Beating Malawi 3-0

Cameroon have won their first Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title after defeating Malawi 3-0 in Rabat. Marie Ngah Manga scored twice as the Indomitable Lionesses dominated the final.

NFF Sets Up Committee After Falcons 2-1 Loss to Sout Africa

Nigeria miss 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup after 2-1 defeat to South Africa in Casablanca playoff, ending appearance record since 1991, as captain Ajibade calls for better preparation and NFF sets up fact-finding committee.

Ronaldo Finally Tie the Knot with Rodriguez in Private Cascais Ceremony

Cristiano Ronaldo has married Georgina Rodriguez in a private ceremony in Cascais, Portugal, capping a decade-long relationship just days before his new Al Nassr season begins in the Saudi Pro League.

Elena Rybakina Beats Naomi Osaka to Reach Canadian Open Semi

Elena Rybakina rallied from a set and a break down to beat Naomi Osaka in a gripping Toronto quarter-final, setting up a Canadian Open semi-final showdown against fourth seed Coco Gauff, who advanced without playing.

Super Falcons Crash Out of WAFCON, World Cup Hope Still Alive

Nigeria's Super Falcons have crashed out of WAFCON after a 1-0 loss to Cameroon and must now beat South Africa to keep their 2027 World Cup hopes alive.

Nigeria Tops Africa with 24 Medals at Commonwealth Games

Nigeria finished seventh at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow with 24 medals, including 10 gold. The team emerged as Africa’s best performer, with historic wins in athletics and para‑sports.

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