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Tobi Amusan Wins Fifth National 100m Hurdles Title

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Tobi Amusan stormed to victory in the 100m hurdles at the 2025 Nigerian Athletics Championships, claiming her fifth straight national title. With rising stars like Chioma Nweke also making headlines, the event showcased Nigeria’s growing strength ahead of the Tokyo World Championships.
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PSV Came from Behind to Win the 15th Dutch Super Cup Title

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PSV Eindhoven claimed their 15th Dutch Super Cup title with a thrilling 2–1 comeback against Go Ahead Eagles. Sergiño Dest’s late strike sealed the win, as PSV kicked off the new season with silverware and renewed ambition under coach Peter Bosz.
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D’Tigress Crowned AfroBasket Queens for Fifth Time in a Row

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Nigeria’s D’Tigress defeated Mali 78–64 in the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket final, clinching their fifth consecutive title and seventh overall. Led by Coach Rena Wakama, the team extended their unbeaten streak to 29 games and secured a spot in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
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Rising Star Victoria Mboko Defeat Fellow Black Coco Gauff to Reach Quarter-finals

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18-year-old Victoria Mboko delivered a career-defining performance in Montreal, defeating top-seeded Coco Gauff in straight sets. The Canadian teen thrilled home fans with her fearless play and now heads into the quarter-finals full of confidence.
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Female Track Athletes Must Now Pass Gene Test to Compete

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From September, female athletes must undergo gene testing to prove their eligibility for elite competitions. World Athletics says only those without the SRY gene can compete in female world-ranking events. This move aims to ensure fairness and uphold biological standards in sports.
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Obi Applauds D’Tigress After AfroBasket Win, Wants Trophy Home

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Peter Obi has expressed happiness over Nigeria’s D’Tigress dramatic semi-final win over Senegal at the 2025 Women’s AfroBasket. His message of pride and encouragement adds to the national support as the team prepares for a historic fifth consecutive title.
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Nigeria Edge Senegal 75–68 to Reach 5th Women’s AfroBasket Final

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Nigeria’s D’Tigress defeated Senegal 75–68 in a thrilling AfroBasket semi-final clash in Abidjan. The win extends their unbeaten run to 28 games and secures a fifth consecutive final appearance. They will now face Mali for the championship.
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Rangers Held by Motherwell in Fiery Premiership Opener

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Rangers were held to a 1–1 draw by Motherwell in their Scottish Premiership opener. Manager Russell Martin slammed his players’ attitude, calling for less ego and more intensity. Motherwell nearly snatched a win in stoppage time.
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Scandal Rocks WAFCON Final: CAF Fires Referee After Morocco’s Controversial Loss to Nigeria

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CAF has dismissed its Head of Refereeing, Désiré Noumandiez Doué, after Morocco protested officiating in the WAFCON final. Nigeria’s 3–2 win was marred by controversial VAR decisions. The fallout has reignited calls for transparency and reform in African football.
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Lucas Paquetá Cleared of Betting Allegations After FA Investigation

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Lucas Paquetá has been cleared of betting-related charges after a two-year FA investigation. The West Ham midfielder can now focus on football, with renewed transfer interest from top clubs and a fresh start ahead of the new season.
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D’Tigresses Crush Cameroon, March Into AfroBasket Semifinals

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Nigeria’s D’Tigresses crushed Cameroon 83–47 to reach the semifinals of the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket. Led by Amy Okonkwo and backed by a deep bench, the team extended its unbeaten run to 27 games and moved closer to a fifth straight title.
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Mbeumo Picks Lookman Over Osimhen in Africa’s Top Three

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Manchester United’s Bryan Mbeumo has named Ademola Lookman among Africa’s top three footballers, snubbing Victor Osimhen. Lookman’s CAF award and Europa League heroics earned him the nod, while Osimhen’s Galatasaray success was overlooked. Fans are divided.
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