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Nigerian-Born Striker Razak Omotoyossi Dies at 39
Razak Omotoyossi, Nigerian-born Benin striker, has died at 39. He netted 21 goals in 55 caps and played for Helsingborg, Metz, and…
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Alcaraz Lifts Cincinnati Title After Sinner’s Stunning Retirement
Carlos Alcaraz won the Cincinnati Open after Jannik Sinner retired ill. It was Alcaraz’s 22nd title and 17th straight Masters 1000 win.…
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Rooney Calls for Tough Sanctions to End Racism in Football
Wayne Rooney recalled a D.C. United player weeping in his arms after racial abuse. He urged education but stressed clubs need tough…
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World Cup Qualifiers : Vinícius Left Out of Brazil Squad
Vinícius Júnior left out as Ancelotti rests the suspended winger for Brazil’s World Cup qualifiers. Brazil sit third in CONMEBOL and need…
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Napoli Ready €52m Offer to Outbid Inter for Ademola Lookman
Ademola Lookman’s move stalled after Inter Milan quit talks when Atalanta refused less than €50m. Napoli plan a €52m bid, but the…
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“No Place for Racism’’ – FIFA Slams Football Abuse After German Cup Incidents
Racial abuse in football drew criticism after incidents in Germany and England. FIFA President Gianni Infantino called the behaviour “unacceptable.” He pledged…
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FIFA in Hot Water as Ex-Chelsea’s Lassana Diarra Revives €65m Lawsuit
Lassana Diarra €65 million claim against FIFA and the Belgian FA has returned to court after a CJEU ruling against FIFA’s transfer…
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Transfer: Haller Completes Permanent Return to Utrecht from Dortmund
Sebastian Haller has joined FC Utrecht permanently from Borussia Dortmund. The 31-year-old overcame cancer and scored Ivory Coast’s AFCON winner. Utrecht welcomed…
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Nigeria National League AGM 2025 Set for Sept 10 in Kaduna
Nigeria National League AGM 2025 will be held on September 10 in Kaduna. All 36 clubs are expected to attend the meeting.…
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Nigeria’s D’Tigers Roar Past Cameroon to Reach AfroBasket Quarters
AfroBasket Quarter-Finals: D’Tigers beat Cameroon 101–92 to top Group B. Josh Okogie led the charge with strong support from his teammates. Nigeria…