Friday, July 31, 2026

Olumayowa Samuel

July 27, 2026

59-year-old Japanese footballer scores first competitive goal in four years

The former international, who scored 55 goals in 89 games for Japan, last netted a competitive goal in November 2022.

Kazuyoshi Miura
July 27, 2026

Pirlo loses Italy coach job over link to Russian betting firm

Pirlo confirmed that his proposed appointment as Italy head coach has been called off over his role as a global ambassador for Russian bookmaker Fonbet.

Andrea Pirlo
July 27, 2026

Several students trapped as three-storey hostel collapses in Anambra

A building housing several students in Anambra has collapsed. The collapse occurred on Sunday night, with many trapped.

July 21, 2026

Slain Lagos NURTW organising secretary buried amid tears

Mr Ajiboye died days after he was attacked by gunmen.

Toba Ajiboye
July 21, 2026

Ooni of Ife preaches peace as Aregbesola leads Osun ADC governorship candidate, others on palace visit 

Mr Adeyeye said, “Ile-Ife remains the source and ancestral home of the Yoruba people.”

Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi
July 21, 2026

Spain’s World Cup history makers receive heroes’ homecoming 

Mr Sánchez said, “Thank you to the coaches and players for the style of play, the effort and the victory. We have truly enjoyed watching you play.”

July 6, 2026

2026 World Cup: ‘You’ve been trying to kill me for 23 years,’ Ronaldo tells journalists

Ronaldo condemned some journalists who have taken pleasure in casting a harsh spotlight on him, saying it had been the same since he was 18 years old.

Cristiano Ronaldo
July 6, 2026

Balogun’s Red Card: FIFA rejects Belgium’s appeal

The RBFA accused FIFA of breaching its own rules and vowed to consider other necessary options if Balogun is listed for their round-of-16 knockout tie.

Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA)
July 6, 2026

2026 World Cup: Haaland’s Norway neutralise Neymar’s Brazil to reach quarter-final

A late Neymar penalty, in the tenth minute of stoppage time, could not save Brazil from exiting the tournament.

Norway neutralise Neymar’s Brazil
July 6, 2026

England edge 2026 World Cup co-host Mexico in five-goal thriller

England beat co-hosts Mexico in a five-goal thriller in the round of 16 2026 World Cup match to set up a quarter-final game with Norway.

England beat co-hosts Mexico