Sunday, October 4, 2026

Sport

August 28, 2026

UEFA opens criminal legal proceedings against FIFA, Infantino over proposed World Cup stake sell-off

UEFA called the FFE a “vehicle for Infantino and that small circle to acquire a permanent stake in and otherwise profit from FIFA’s most valuable assets to the detriment of FIFA.

Gianni Infantino
August 28, 2026

Full List of UCL League Phase Draw: Man U draw Bayern, Atleti; Barcelona face Man City, PSG

Manchester United are set to take on Bayern Munich and Atletico Madrid, with Barcelona to clash with PSG and Manchester City in the UEFA Champions League phase draw.

PSG, Arsenal, Barcelona, Bayern Munich
August 27, 2026

Bovas becomes Shooting Stars’ sleeve sponsor for 2026/27 season

The sponsorship deal was announced on Wednesday in Ibadan.

Bovas signed an agreement with Shooting Stars Sport Club
August 27, 2026

Tinubu orders overhaul of Nigerian football

Mr Tinubu stated that football, Nigeria’s most popular sport and the greatest beneficiary of public support, has continued to struggle due to structural deficits.

NFF
August 27, 2026

My love for Nigeria made me resign as NFF president: Gusau

Mr Gusau’s resignation trailed concerns over Nigeria’s recent shoddy performances at international football events.

Ibrahim Gusau
August 27, 2026

Ibrahim Gusau resigns as NFF president

Mr Gusau said he would continue to contribute to the development of Nigerian football through his experience, relationships and connections within African football.

Malam Ibrahim Gusau
August 27, 2026

EGYPTAIR, Barcelona sign three-season sponsorship agreement

Mr Adel said, “Sponsoring one of the most prestigious clubs in the world, the current LaLiga and Spanish Super Cup champions, is an unprecedented achievement…”

August 27, 2026

NPFL secures $7.5 million EUROMATCH sponsorship

The Nigerian Premier Football League will receive $7.5 million from EUROMATCH under a three-year sponsorship agreement.

Nigeria Premier Football League logo
August 27, 2026

FIFA Intercontinental Cup: Al-Ahly beat Auckland FC 1-0

The tie is the first round of the third edition of the tournament formally called the FIFA Club World Cup, rolling.

FIFA Intercontinental Cup