Category: Sports
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PSG THRASH CHELSEA 5–2 IN CHAMPIONS LEAGUE THRILLER
Defending champions Paris Saint-Germain took a huge step toward the quarter-finals of the UEFA Champions League after a dramatic 5–2 win over Chelsea F.C. in the first leg of their last-16 clash in Paris. The match at Parc des Princes swung back and forth early on, with Bradley Barcola and Ousmane Dembélé putting PSG ahead…
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BODO/GLIMT STUN SPORTING 3–0 TO EDGE CLOSER TO UCL QUARTER-FINALS
Norwegian underdogs Bodø/Glimt continued their fairytale UEFA Champions League run with a commanding 3–0 win over Sporting CP in the first leg of their round-of-16 clash in Norway. Playing in front of a buzzing crowd at Aspmyra Stadion, the Norwegian side delivered another stunning performance to record their fifth straight victory in their debut Champions…
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IRAN THREATENS WORLD CUP BOYCOTT AFTER KHAMENEI KILLED IN AIRSTRIKES
Iran says it cannot take part in the 2026 FIFA World Cup following U.S. and Israeli airstrikes that reportedly killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, triggering a wider regional conflict. Sports Minister Ahmad Donyamali said the security situation makes participation impossible. “Considering that this corrupt regime has assassinated our leader, under no circumstances can we…
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BAYERN DEMOLISH ATALANTA 6–1 IN CHAMPIONS LEAGUE OPENING LEG
Bayern Munich put on a masterclass in Italy, thrashing Atalanta 6–1 in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League last-16 clash on Tuesday, leaving the return leg in Munich all but secured. The German giants stormed to a three-goal lead inside 25 minutes, with Josip Stanisic opening the scoring in the 12th minute, followed…
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ATLETICO THRASH SPURS 5–2 IN CHAMPIONS LEAGUE FIRST-LEG SHOWDOWN
Atletico Madrid delivered a ruthless attacking display on Tuesday night, defeating Tottenham Hotspur 5–2 in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League round-of-16 clash and taking a commanding advantage ahead of the return leg in London. The Spanish side struck early and often at the Metropolitano Stadium, punishing Tottenham’s defensive errors in a devastating…
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LEMINA STRIKES EARLY AS GALATASARAY EDGE LIVERPOOL IN UCL CLASH
Galatasaray grabbed a crucial first-leg advantage in the UEFA Champions League round of 16, defeating Liverpool 1–0 in a tightly contested encounter on Tuesday night. The Turkish champions struck early when Mario Lemina headed home in the seventh minute, converting a clever assist from Victor Osimhen, who nodded a corner back across goal. The early…
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YAMAL’S LAST-GASP PENALTY RESCUES BARCA AGAINST NEWCASTLE
Teen star Lamine Yamal struck deep into stoppage time to rescue FC Barcelona from defeat, scoring a dramatic penalty that secured a 1–1 draw against Newcastle United in their UEFA Champions League round-of-16 first leg. Newcastle looked set for a famous win at St James’ Park after Harvey Barnes fired the hosts ahead in the…
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TINUBU HONOURS FOOTBALL LEGEND FESTUS ONIGBINDE
President Bola Tinubu has paid tribute to Chief Festus Onigbinde, the first indigenous coach of the Super Eagles, who passed away on Monday at 88. In a statement, Tinubu praised Onigbinde’s discipline, integrity, and passion for football, highlighting his role in developing grassroots football and strengthening Nigeria’s football administration. Onigbinde made history by leading the…
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NSC BOSS REAFFIRMS SUPPORT FOR PARA ATHLETES AHEAD OF NATIONAL PARA GAMES
Nigeria’s para athletes are getting a renewed vote of confidence as preparations intensify for the 3rd National Para Games later this month in Abuja. The Director-General of the National Sports Commission, Bukola Olopade, has reaffirmed the commission’s commitment to strengthening para sports development across the country. Olopade said the upcoming National Para Games will not…
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CAF POSTPONES 2026 WAFCON TO JULY
Africa’s biggest women’s football tournament has a new date. The 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations will now kick off in July instead of March. The Confederation of African Football has officially postponed the 2026 edition of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. Originally scheduled to run from March 17 to April 3 in Morocco,…
