January 26, 2026

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Osimhen’s Early Return Splits Galatasaray Fans Ahead of Fenerbahçe Derby

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Galatasaray supporters are sharply divided after Victor Osimhen made an unexpectedly early return to full training ahead of Monday’s crucial derby against Fenerbahçe. The Nigerian striker, recovering from a moderate hamstring strain, was all smiles in new club photos, but many fans fear a rushed comeback could trigger a recurrence at the worst possible moment....

Man City Accused of Tactical ‘Fake Injury’ Break as Farke Confronts Donnarumma

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Leeds United manager Daniel Farke has accused Manchester City goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma of faking an injury to force a tactical stoppage during their explosive Premier League clash at the Etihad. The incident triggered a two-minute sideline conference that helped Pep Guardiola reorganise his rattled side before City escaped with a chaotic 3–2 win....

Ekweremadu Transfer Splits Igbo Leaders as Nigeria–UK Prisoner Swap Deal Roars Back to Life

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Nigeria’s attempt to secure the transfer of former Deputy Senate President Ike Ekweremadu from a UK prison has sharply divided Igbo leaders, with debates over fairness, politics and precedent. The move coincides with renewed efforts to revive Nigeria’s long-stalled prisoner swap agreement with the UK, raising legal, diplomatic and humanitarian questions across both nations....

OBA OF BENIN DRAWS LINE OVER MOWAA TUSSLE — “HISTORY WILL NOT REPEAT ITSELF”

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Oba Ewuare II of Benin has vowed that “history will not repeat itself” amid fresh controversy over the Museum of West African Art (MOWAA). The monarch accused former Edo Governor Godwin Obaseki of attempting to sideline the Benin Kingdom from the custody of returned artifacts, drawing international attention to Nigeria’s heritage politics....

⚽ Real Sociedad Coach Hints at More Minutes for Nigeria’s Umar Sadiq

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Real Sociedad manager Sergio Francisco says Nigeria’s striker Umar Sadiq is regaining rhythm and will feature more regularly after starting in the club’s Copa del Rey win. Sadiq, who spent last season on loan at Valencia, seeks redemption after injury setbacks and transfer uncertainty limited his appearances early in the 2025–26 campaign....

Mbappé equals Thierry Henry with 51 France goals in win over Ukraine

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Kylian Mbappé scored his 51st goal for France in a 2–0 World Cup qualifying victory over Ukraine, equalling Thierry Henry’s international tally at just 26. The Real Madrid forward is now six shy of Olivier Giroud’s record 57 goals. Mbappé’s late solo strike sealed the win after Michael Olise’s early opener in Paris...

Nigerian Sprinter Favour Ofili Dumps Nigeria, Switches Allegiance to Turkey

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Star sprinter Favour Ofili has confirmed she is switching allegiance to Turkey after years of disputes with the Athletics Federation of Nigeria. Ofili cited neglect, unpaid support, and broken promises as reasons for the move, ending her glittering career in Nigerian colours....

Besiktas Sack Ole Gunnar Solskjær After Europa League Exit

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Besiktas have dismissed manager Ole Gunnar Solskjær after a shock defeat to Swiss side Lausanne in the Europa Conference League play-offs. The loss ended the Turkish club’s hopes of European football this season. Solskjær, appointed in January, lasted only eight months as pressure mounted over poor results and fan unrest....

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