Thursday, October 8, 2026

Sport

May 18, 2026

Mercedes-Benz Stadium: $1.6 billion arena renamed for 2026 FIFA World Cup

Per FIFA regulations for the World Cup, the stadium will be temporarily renamed Atlanta Stadium for the 39-day tournament.

Mercedes-Benz Stadium
May 17, 2026

Cricket: Sharks crush Dolphins to revive Super League campaign

Akhigbe Miracle also impressed with ball and bat in a fine all-round display.

May 17, 2026

Nigeria capable of hosting 2026 Commonwealth Fencing Championships, says South Africa 

Ms Lombard expressed confidence in Nigeria’s ability to organise a world-class event.

Louise Lombard, the President, Fencing Federation of South Africa (FFSA)
May 17, 2026

Bruno Fernandes equals EPL assist record as United beat Forest 3-2

United will face Brighton on the final day of the season.

Man U celebrating
May 17, 2026

Iheanacho wins Scottish League with Celtic

Celtic defeated Hearts FC 3-1 to emerge champions of Scotland for the 56th time.

Super Eagles striker, Kelechi Iheanacho
May 17, 2026

Lumen Field: Inside one of world’s loudest stadiums ready for 2026 FIFA World Cup matches

Belgium vs Egypt, Egypt vs Iran, Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar, and two knockout-phase matches are set to be played at Lumen Field.

Lumen Field
May 16, 2026
Man City players lifting the FA Cup
May 16, 2026

Watkins nets brace as Villa secure Champions League ticket

The home side regained the lead after an error from Szoboszlai, who slipped as he attempted to control a throw-in.

Aston Villa.
May 16, 2026

Maikaba invites 35 players for WAFU B U20 Championship 

“All players are expected to report to camp in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja on Saturday, May 16,” the statement read.

Nigeria flying Eagles coach, Abdul Maikaba
May 16, 2026

BMO Field: Canada’s first football-specific stadium at centre stage of 2026 FIFA World Cup

With two arenas, Canada has the fewest number of venues selected for the tournament, unlike Mexico, which has three and the United States, which has 11.

BMO Field