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Sport

November 5, 2026

Tinubu congratulates Flamingos on historic qualification for U-17 Women’s World Cup final

Mr Tinubu said, “I encourage you to approach the final with the same fighting spirit and belief that have brought you this far..”

Flamingos
November 5, 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo retires from international football

Cristiano Ronaldo has retired from international football. Ronaldo, 41, announced his retirement from the Portugal team in an Instagram video on Thursday.

Cristiano Ronaldo
November 5, 2026

Coach urges Flamingos to defeat Japan to win first-ever U-17 World Cup trophy

Mr Busari disclosed this on Wednesday, after his team defeated Brazil 3-1, in their first-ever semi-final of the competition.

Flamingos
November 5, 2026

Okpebholo congratulates Flamingos on historic World Cup final qualification

Mr Okpebholo congratulated the Flamingos, on their historic qualification for the final of the FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup.

Monday Okpebholo making public address
November 4, 2026

West Ham appoint Parker as coach

Parker also won the EFL Championship Manager of the Season award in 2024/25 with Burnley.

Scott Parker
November 3, 2026

Presidential aide challenges sports journalists on grassroots talent discovery

Mr Odeniran urged SWAN members and journalists to continue adhering to the ethics of the profession.

Oyo SWAN logo
November 3, 2026

West Ham court Parker after sacking Nuno

West Ham in a statement confirmed the sack of the 52-year-old Portuguese who guided West Ham into relegation from the EPL last season.

November 3, 2026

First Bank announces ₦34 million prize for 65th Lagos Amateur Open Golf championship 

Professional golfer and defending champion, Monday Eze, commended FirstBank for raising the winner’s prize in the professional category to ₦10 million.

First Bank
November 3, 2026

Tenerife striker De Miguel dies after tackle by Andorra goalkeeper

Tenerife and Andorra were playing 2-2 some minutes into stoppage time when the collision occurred.

Jesus de Miguel Alameda