Algeria opened their CHAN 2024 campaign with a dominant 3-0 win over co-hosts Uganda in Kampala. The Desert Foxes scored through Ghezala, Meziane, and Bayazid, while Uganda struggled to respond despite home support.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has condemned the death threats against Mexican referee Katia Itzel Garcia after a disputed Leagues Cup match. Garciaβs decision to allow a late goal led to violent online abuse. FIFA, FMF, and CONCACAF have pledged legal support and protection.
Senegal began their CHAN 2024 title defence with a 1-0 win over Nigeria, thanks to Christian Gomisβ second-half strike. Nigeria dominated early but failed to convert chances and now face a must-win clash against Sudan.
Blessing Ejiofor of Ebonyi State has been praised by Governor Nwifuru for her outstanding role in DβTigressβ historic fifth Afrobasket title. The basketball star, also a youth mentor, is now a shining example to young girls across Nigeria.
Alexander Zverev defeated defending champion Alexei Popyrin in a thrilling Canadian Open quarterfinal, rallying from a set down to win 6β7(10), 6β4, 6β3. Popyrinβs strong run included wins over Medvedev and Rune, but Zverevβs experience proved decisive.
Amy Nnenna Okonkwo has been crowned MVP after leading Nigeriaβs DβTigress to their 7th AfroBasket title. Her powerful court presence, backed by presidential recognition and public celebration, marks a new high in womenβs basketball for both Southeast Nigeria and the nation.
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 Nigeriaβs growing strength ahead of the Tokyo World Championships.
PSV Eindhoven claimed their 15th Dutch Super Cup title with a thrilling 2β1 comeback against Go Ahead Eagles. SergiΓ±o Destβs late strike sealed the win, as PSV kicked off the new season with silverware and renewed ambition under coach Peter Bosz.
Nigeriaβs DβTigress defeated Mali 78β64 in the 2025 FIBA Womenβs 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.
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.
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.