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Sport

March 16, 2026

World Cup play-offs: FIFA sanctions Nigeria, DRC over laser pointers, security breach

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle accused the Central Africans of using voodoo to defeat Nigeria.

Super Eagles players ver DR Congo players at World Cup play-off
March 16, 2026

FIBA World Cup qualifier: France edge D’Tigress 93–86

The hosts led from start to finish at the Astroballe arena on Sunday, establishing early control and maintaining their advantage throughout the competitive encounter.

D’Tigress
March 16, 2026

Sinner conquers Indian Wells, beats Medvedev for maiden desert crown

Jannik Sinner defeated Daniil Medvedev 7-6(6), 7-6(4) on Sunday to win his first BNP Paribas Open title at Indian Wells Tennis Garden in California.

Sinner playing at Indian Wells
March 15, 2026

NPFL: Shooting Stars edge Wikki Tourists 3–2 in Ibadan thriller

Shooting Stars occupy fourth place behind Nasarawa United, level on points but separated by goal difference.

shooting Stars Sports Club Logo
March 15, 2026

Manchester beat Aston Villa 3-1 to boost Champions League qualification

The victory moves Michael Carrick’s side three points above Villa.

Manchester United logo
March 15, 2026

Middle East crisis forces cancellation of Argentina-Spain Finalissima clash

The European football governing body explained in a statement that attempts to reschedule the game failed.

March 14, 2026

Arsenal beat Everton to bolster EPL title dream

The Gunners secured a crucial win towards the end of the game, scoring their two goals in the 89th and 97th minutes.

Arsenal  vs Everton
March 14, 2026

Nigeria rally past Philippines 101–84 in FIBA World Cup qualifier

Balogun scored five points during the run with perfect shooting, while Nigeria’s defence limited the Philippines’ scoring options late in the game.

Nigeria vs Philippines
March 14, 2026

Ex-Arsenal player Thomas Partey to face rape charges in UK April 10

The former Atletico Madrid player is also facing five counts of rape involving two women.

March 14, 2026

Police recover stolen vehicles in Kano, nab four suspects 

According to him, the suspects will be charged to court upon completion of investigation.

Enugu State police