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Kano Pillars Secure ₦100 Million Partnership Deal with RFI Hausa

Kano Pillars Football Club has entered a ₦100 million media partnership with RFI Hausa, covering kit sponsorship, broadcast infrastructure, and content development. Led by Ahmed Musa, this strategic alliance is designed to enhance the club's global visibility and branding.

Junior D’Tigress Bow Out of FIBA U19 Women’s World Cup After 77–51 Loss to Hungary

Nigeria’s Junior D’Tigress ended their FIBA U19 Women’s World Cup journey with a 77–51 loss to Hungary. Despite the exit, they made history as the first African team to reach the round of 16 at the global tournament.

Ademola Lookman Eyes €40 Million in Inter Milan Transfer Deal

Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman has reportedly agreed to join Inter Milan in a €40m deal from Atalanta. Talks are ongoing, with Inter pushing hard to land the Nigerian star after a stellar 2024–25 season that saw him net 15 goals and win the UEFA Europa League.

Taiwo Awoniyi Back on His Feet, As Uche Eyes Premier League Switch

Taiwo Awoniyi is back on the pitch after surviving a near-fatal abdominal injury. Meanwhile, 22-year-old midfielder Christantus Uche is pushing for a Premier League move, with Leeds, Wolves, and Brighton monitoring his situation.

Junior D’Tigress Lose to Portugal in Final Group Game of FIBA U-19

Nigeria’s U-19 women’s basketball team wrapped up the group stage of the 2025 World Cup with an 18-point defeat to Portugal. Despite setbacks, including a blowout loss to Canada, the Junior D’Tigresses made history with a debut win and reached the knockout stage.

Spain Probes Lamine Yamal’s Party over Alleged Abuse of Dwarfs

Lamine Yamal’s 18th birthday party has triggered outrage in Spain over claims of exploitation. Rights groups and the Spanish government say the Barcelona star used people with dwarfism and hired women based on breast size. A formal investigation and fine may follow.

WAFCON: Super Falcons Top Group After Goalless Draw with Algeria

Nigeria’s Super Falcons topped Group B at WAFCON 2025 with a 0–0 draw against Algeria in Casablanca. Despite resting key players and dominating the game, the Falcons couldn’t find a goal but showed strong squad depth ahead of their clash with Zambia in the quarterfinals.

FIFA Club World Cup: Cole Palmer Powers Chelsea to 3–0 to Lift Trophy Over PSG

Chelsea are Club World Cup champions for the second time after a 3–0 win over PSG. Cole Palmer scored twice and assisted JoΓ£o Pedro in a dominant first half. New boss Enzo Maresca secured his first title in his debut season.

Swiatek Destroys Anisimova 6-0, 6-0 to Win Historic Wimbledon Title

Iga Swiatek defeated Amanda Anisimova 6-0, 6-0 in one of the most dominant Wimbledon women’s finals ever. The Polish star took just 57 minutes to win her sixth Grand Slam title, becoming the second player in the Open Era to win a major final without dropping a game.

WAFCON: Ihezuo’s Late Strike Sinks Botswana, Sends Super Falcons to Quarterfinals

Chinwendu Ihezuo’s 88th-minute goal helped Nigeria's Super Falcons edge Botswana 1-0 in their second WAFCON 2025 group match. The win secured Nigeria a spot in the quarterfinals and continued their unbeaten run as they chase their 11th WAFCON title.

Diogo Jota’s Widow Set to Inherit Β£35million After Tragic Crash

Portuguese football star Diogo Jota tragically died in a crash, leaving behind his wife and three children. The Liverpool forward’s estimated Β£35 million legacy includes football wages, endorsements, real estate, and a thriving Esports businessβ€”securing his family’s financial future.

WAFCON 2025: Babajide Shines as Super Falcons Cruise Past Tunisia in Opening Win

Nigeria’s Super Falcons began their 2025 WAFCON campaign with a 3–0 win over Tunisia. Rinsola Babajide starred with a goal and assist, while Oshoala and Ihezuo also found the net. The Falcons now top their group ahead of their next match against Botswana.

FIFA Club World Cup: Mbappé’s Magic Sends Madrid Past Dortmund to the Semis

Real Madrid defeated Borussia Dortmund 3–2 in a thrilling FIFA Club World Cup quarterfinal, with Kylian Mbappé’s sensational overhead kick sealing the win. The match had it allβ€”early Madrid dominance, a late Dortmund fightback, a red card, and Courtois' heroics.

FIFA Club World Cup: Ruthless PSG Stun Bayern Munich, Musiala Suffers Gruesome Injury

Paris Saint-Germain powered into the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup semifinals after a dramatic 2-0 win over Bayern Munich. Goals from Desire DouΓ© and Ousmane DembΓ©lΓ©, plus solid defending despite two red cards, sealed the victory in a heated encounter in Jeddah.

FIFA Club World Cup: Chelsea Edge Palmeiras 2‑1 to Book Semi-Final Berth

Chelsea edged Palmeiras 2‑1 in a thrilling FIFA Club World Cup quarter-final in Philadelphia. Cole Palmer opened the scoring, Palmeiras equalised through EstΓͺvΓ£o, but a late own goal from AgustΓ­n Giay sealed the win. Chelsea now face Fluminense in the semi-final.

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