Ruud van Nistelrooy’s long-expected exit as Leicester City boss has been confirmed more than nine weeks after the Foxes were relegated from the top flight. The 48-year-old oversaw 19 losses and managed only five victories from his 27 games in charge of the club last campaign. Leicester City’s relegation from the Premier League was confirmed…
The organizers of Showtyme Summer Slam 5.0 have officially revealed the powerhouse teams set to battle for glory at this year’s tournament, scheduled for August 15-16 at Adamasingba Stadium. The fifth edition of Ibadan’s premier basketball spectacle will feature defending champions University of Ibadan (men) and Showtyme Angels (women) facing off against elite challengers including…
AC Milan have rejected Real Betis’ offer for their Nigerian star, Samuel Chukwueze. The La Liga club proposed to sign the talented winger on loan until the end of the season, according to Italian news outlets. However, Real Betis’s proposal fell short of Milan’s expectations. Real Betis are expected to return with an improved bid…
IBADAN FOOTBALL COUNCIL (IFC) has disclosed that the 88th edition of the Competition will kick off Saturday, February 8; just as it extended closure of registration to Wednesday, January 15 The Council bowed to incessant pleas from Coaches and Club owners, who asked to be given more time to pool resources together in order to…
Boluwaji Ogunmola The city of Ibadan erupted in celebration as Rising Stars captured their second Showtyme Summer Slam title, edging out defending champions University of Ibadan 38-36 in a heart-stopping final at Adamasingba Stadium. The fifth edition of the annual basketball showcase featured ten competitive teams including Ollysan Basketball Club, Polytechnic Ibadan, and last year’s…
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially announced the 2025 CAF Awards nominees, honouring Africa’s best footballers, coaches, clubs, and national teams for their outstanding performances between January 6 and October 15, 2025. According to CAF, a panel of experts — including members of the Technical & Development Committee, CAF Legends, experienced coaches, and…
Phoenix Suns superstar Kevin Durant has etched his name in NBA history, becoming the eighth player ever to score 30,000 career points. The 36-year-old reached the milestone with a free throw during the Suns’ 119-112 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies, finishing the game with 34 points. Durant, a 15-time All-Star, achieved the feat in his…
Nigeria Premier Football League side, Sunshine Stars of Akure has been assured of a return to their home ground, the Ondo State Sports Complex in Akure, next month. The project manager, Sani Muhammed, gave the assurance in Akure on Wednesday, afrosportnews.com understands. Muhammed told the media, “The company can assure the fans and stakeholders in…
Port Harcourt, Nigeria — They fought until the bitter end, but the ultimate prize has slipped through their fingers. The 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season has officially drawn to a dramatic close, leaving the Pride of Rivers to ponder what could have been. Despite a commanding 3-0 victory over Katsina United on the…
Super Eagles’ Head Coach Eric Chelle has drafted team captain William Ekong, goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, defenders Bright Osayi-Samuel and Calvin Bassey, midfielders Alex Iwobi and Wilfred Ndidi, and forwards Victor Osimhen and Simon Moses in his list of 23 players for this month’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against Lesotho and Benin Republic. Defender…