Iran has warned that it could halt its World Cup matches if unauthorised flags are displayed or hostile slogans directed at the national team are chanted inside stadiums, according to Iranian media reports. The warning was issued by Sports Minister Ahmad Donyamali, who said the team would not hesitate to stop play if it is…
By Seun Ibiyemi Former Nigerian footballers including Daniel Amokachi, Dosu Joseph, Tajudeen Disu, Fatai Amoo, and Waidi Akanni, among others, graced the final of this year’s Taiwo Afolabi Football Tournament held at the Onikan Stadium, Lagos. The U-17 tournament, which is in its 10th edition, is one of the leading grassroots football competitions in Lagos…
Real Madrid are reportedly assessing their managerial future as speculation grows over a possible return for José Mourinho, who is said to be open to a second spell at the club. As reported by Fabrizio Romano on X on Tuesday, Mourinho has indicated to people close to him that he would welcome the opportunity to…
The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Lagos State Chapter, has rejected claims suggesting the existence of an “Acting Chairman” within the association, insisting that Ambassador Olatutu Oladunni remains its duly elected and substantive chairman. In a statement signed by the Secretary of SWAN Lagos Chapter, Comrade Bello Omotunde, the association described as misleading a…
By Seun Ibiyemi Chelsea Football Club have dismissed manager Liam Rosenior following a run of five consecutive Premier League defeats, the club confirmed on Wednesday. Rosenior, 41, had been in charge for just over three months after joining Chelsea from French side RC Strasbourg Alsace, which is affiliated with the club’s American ownership structure. The…
Atletico Madrid delivered a sensational first-leg performance, defeating Tottenham Hotspur 5–2 on Tuesday at the Metropolitano Stadium in their UEFA Champions League round-of-16 clash. The Spanish side dominated from the outset, capitalising on early mistakes by Tottenham’s young goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky, who was making only his third appearance of the season. Kinsky’s errors allowed Atletico…
Manchester City will renew their fierce rivalry with Real Madrid in the last 16 of the UEFA Champions League following Friday’s draw held in Nyon, Switzerland. The clash marks their sixth knockout meeting since the 2019/2020 season, underlining a growing European rivalry between the English and Spanish giants. City edged the 15-time European champions 2-1…
Cristiano Ronaldo has expanded his footprint in global football ownership after acquiring a 25 per cent stake in Spanish second-division side UD Almería through his CR7 Sports Investments vehicle. The 41-year-old Portuguese forward, who currently plays for Al Nassr FC, completed the investment as part of a deal involving the Saudi-led ownership group that took…
Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO) has reinforced its commitment to sports development in Nigeria and across Africa, following the thrilling conclusion of the 2026 NPA Lagos International Polo Tournament, where Lagos STL triumphed in the prestigious Majekodunmi Cup. As headline sponsor of one of Africa’s oldest and most celebrated polo competitions, GTCO continues to…
Tottenham Hotspur have confirmed the appointment of former Juventus boss Igor Tudor as interim manager until the end of the season following the dismissal of Thomas Frank. Tudor steps into the role with Spurs languishing 16th in the Premier League, just five points above the relegation zone. The Croatian reached a verbal agreement with the…
