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AFN Pushes Visa Reform After Nigeria Misses Budapest Mixed Relay Despite Qualification

Noble Onyeagoro13 hours ago13 hours ago0

AFN president Tonobok Okowa has called for easier visa processing after Nigeria’s qualified mixed 4x100m relay team failed to compete at the World Athletics Ultimate Championship in Budapest.

FIFA, CAF Weigh Nigeria Football Reset After Abuja Governance Talks

Noble Onyeagoro13 hours ago13 hours ago0

Nigeria’s football reform process has entered a critical phase after FIFA and CAF concluded consultations in Abuja and began considering the next steps for the Nigeria Football Federation.

João Pedro Ruled Out of Brazil Friendlies as Ancelotti Calls Up Martinelli

Noble Onyeagoro14 hours ago14 hours ago0

Chelsea forward João Pedro has withdrawn from Brazil’s upcoming friendlies against Australia and India through injury, with Fluminense midfielder Martinelli called up as his replacement.

Carrick Takes Blame as Man United Blow 2–0 Lead in Brighton Cup Collapse

Noble Onyeagoro14 hours ago14 hours ago0

Michael Carrick accepted responsibility after Manchester United surrendered a 2–0 lead to lose 3–2 to Brighton at Old Trafford and crash out of the Carabao Cup.

Boehly Leaves Chelsea as Clearlake Takes Full Control of Stamford Bridge

Noble Onyeagoro14 hours ago14 hours ago0

Todd Boehly has stepped down as Chelsea chairman as Clearlake Capital moves to full control of the club after acquiring the ownership interests held by Boehly and Mark Walter.

Neuendorf Calls for End of ‘Infantino System’ as FIFA Governance Row Deepens

Noble Onyeagoro1 day ago1 day ago0

Germany FA president Bernd Neuendorf has called for fundamental change at FIFA and said what he described as the “Infantino system” should end.

Maresca Turns VAR Row Back on United After Haaland Derby Winner Error

Noble Onyeagoro1 day ago1 day ago0

Pro Ref says Manchester City’s winner against Manchester United should have been ruled out, but Enzo Maresca argues refereeing controversy cuts both ways.

Black Maidens Fire Four Past Burkina Faso in WAFU B Opener

Noble Onyeagoro1 day ago1 day ago0

Defending champions Ghana opened their WAFU B U-17 Girls Cup campaign with a commanding 4–0 victory over Burkina Faso.

Africa ×4: Sedjati, Kebinatshipi, Sarr and Amebaw Win Ultimate Titles

Noble Onyeagoro2 days ago2 days ago0

Algeria, Botswana, Senegal and Ethiopia each produced an inaugural World Athletics Ultimate champion in Budapest across four different events.

Nairobi Wins 2029 World Athletics Championships as Africa Lands Historic First

Noble Onyeagoro2 days ago2 days ago0

Nairobi has been selected to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships, bringing athletics’ flagship senior global event to Africa for the first time.