The town of Isonyin came alive for the 2025 MASA Marathon, where Musa James Francis and debutant Esther Affigbo emerged champions. With rising turnout, generous philanthropists, and government pledges, the race is growing into one of Nigeriaβs most celebrated community sporting events.
Barcelona staged a stunning 3β2 comeback against Levante in La Liga, overturning a two-goal deficit through Pedri, Ferran Torres, and a stoppage-time own goal. The victory extended their unbeaten run over Levante and kept alive their perfect start to the season.
Arsenal produced a dominant 5β0 win over Leeds United in their first home game of the Premier League season. Goals from Timber, Saka, and GyΓΆkeres lit up the Emirates, but injuries to Saka and Γdegaard cast a shadow ahead of tougher fixtures.
Tottenham Hotspur shocked Manchester City with a 2β0 win at the Etihad Stadium. Johnson and Palhinha struck as Spurs defended with discipline and attacked with precision. The result lifted Tottenham to the top of the Premier League under new boss Thomas Frank.
Eric Chelle says he joined the Super Eagles for the challenge, not the money. With Nigeria struggling in World Cup qualifiers, the coach faces mounting pressure ahead of key matches against Rwanda and South Africa.
Nigeriaβs AfroBasket 2025 run ended in Luanda as Senegal powered to a 91β75 quarterfinal win. Despite a strong start, DβTigers couldnβt match Senegalβs rebounding and scoring depth. The loss means another wait for Nigeria to reclaim their 2015 title.
Ademola Lookman is back at Atalanta training after skipping sessions to push for a move to Inter Milan. The Nigerian winger accused Atalanta of betrayal, but Inter have now withdrawn interest, leaving him to face possible disciplinary action ahead of Serie A kickoff.
Chelsea are planning a late-window clearout, with Raheem Sterling among nine players set to leave. The club hopes to raise Β£300 million in sales. Sterling, who struggled during a loan at Arsenal, has been told he wonβt feature this season under new manager Enzo Maresca.
Mohamed Salah has become the first player to win the PFA Menβs Player of the Year award three times. With 29 goals and 18 assists, he led Liverpool to the Premier League title and was joined by four teammates in the PFA Team of the Year.
Neymar left the pitch in tears after Santos suffered a crushing 6-0 defeat to Vasco da Gama. The loss marked the worst of his career. Coach Cleber Xavier was sacked hours later, as Santos now sit dangerously close to the relegation zone.
Nigeriaβs home-based Eagles ended their CHAN 2025 campaign with a 2β0 win over DR Congo in Abidjan. Goals from Anas Yusuf and Sikiru Alimi gave Nigeria their first tournament win since 2018, though they still exited in the group stage.