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DJOKOVIC DOMINATES EVANS, EYES RECORD 25TH GRAND SLAM AT WIMBLEDON At 38, Novak Djokovic shows no signs of slowing down, cruising past Dan Evans with a clinical 6-3 6-2 6-0 win and sending a strong message to Wimbledon rivals. Djokovic’s flawless performance on Centre Court highlighted why Wimbledon remains his best shot at extending his…

LEGENDARY GOALKEEPER PETER RUFAI LAUDED BY COACHES, POLITICIANS, AND FANS Peter Rufai, Nigeria’s iconic “Dodomayana,” has left a lasting legacy—celebrated as a football legend whose impact will inspire generations. Coach Abdulrahman Gbadamosi of Sebioba FC expressed deep sorrow over Rufai’s passing, calling him a phenomenal goalkeeper and role model. Rufai’s agility, leadership, and shot-stopping made…

SUPER EAGLES LEGENDS MOURN PETER RUFAI The football world is in shock as tributes pour in for Peter Rufai, the legendary Super Eagles goalkeeper who passed away at 61. Peter Rufai’s former teammates and football officials are remembering him as a true icon and mentor. Mutiu Adepoju called Rufai’s passing a “painful loss,” recalling his…

Nigeria Mourns Super Eagles Legend Peter Rufai at 61Nigeria’s football family is in mourning after the passing of Peter Rufai, the iconic Super Eagles goalkeeper, at age 61 following a long illness. Rufai, born into Lagos royalty, earned 65 caps and starred in two FIFA World Cups, playing a key role in Nigeria’s 1994 AFCON…

EBONYI GOV REWARDS ABAKALIKI FC PLAYERS AFTER FEDERATION CUP RUNGovernor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi has rewarded 34 Abakaliki FC players with N1 million each after their impressive run to the 2025 President Federation Cup final, where they narrowly lost on penalties to Kwara United. The young club stunned big teams like Enyimba and Nasarawa United…

Osayi-Samuel Backs Super Eagles to Bounce Back in World Cup QualifiersSuper Eagles defender Bright Osayi-Samuel is confident Nigeria can still qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, despite a rocky start in Group C. Currently fourth and trailing leaders South Africa by six points, Osayi-Samuel believes the team’s unity and trust in coach Eric Chelle’s…

Nigerian Women’s Beach Volleyball Team Qualifies for 2025 World ChampionshipCoach Kayode Ajilore announced that Nigeria’s women’s beach volleyball team, led by Esther Mbah and Pamela Bawa, has secured a spot at the 2025 World Championship in Adelaide, Australia. The duo clinched third place at the CAVB Continental Championship in Morocco, beating Egypt 2-1. Ajilore praised…