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Super Falcons face Cameroon in WAFCON quarter-final for World Cup spot

Nigeria battles Cameroon on Sunday in Casablanca with a 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup ticket on the line at the Women's Africa Cup of Nations.

By Plus234Feed Editorial11 Aug 2026

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Chelsea defeats AC Milan 3-0 to win Indonesia Super Cup under Alonso

Xabi Alonso's Chelsea claimed their first trophy under his management by beating AC Milan in Jakarta, with Joao Pedro scoring twice.

By Plus234Feed Editorial11 Aug 2026

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Jessica Oji wins Nigeria's first World U20 field event gold

The 19-year-old shot putter claimed the world junior title in Eugene, Oregon, with a throw of 18.08 meters, marking a historic milestone for Nigerian athletics.

By Plus234Feed Editorial9 Aug 2026

Sports

Vinicius Jr contract talks intensify as Madrid, Arsenal circle Brazilian star

Real Madrid nears fresh deal with Vinicius Junior while Arsenal players expect his arrival, leaving the winger's future uncertain.

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By Plus234Feed Editorial8 Aug 2026

Sports

Raphael Onyedika Completes Move to Eintracht Frankfurt

Nigerian midfielder Raphael Onyedika has signed a five-year deal with German Bundesliga club Eintracht Frankfurt, joining from Belgian champions Club Brugge.

By Plus234Feed Editorial4 Aug 2026

Sports

Super Falcons edge Zambia 1-0 in crucial WAFCON comeback bid

Nigeria's defending champions defeated Zambia with a goal from Asisat Oshoala, bouncing back after an opening loss to Malawi in Morocco.

By Plus234Feed Editorial4 Aug 2026

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Nathaniel Ezekiel Wins 400m Hurdles Gold at Glasgow Commonwealth Games

Nigerian sprinter Nathaniel Ezekiel claimed gold in the men's 400m hurdles at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, finishing in 48.47 seconds.

By Plus234Feed Editorial3 Aug 2026

Sports

FIFA's $4.2bn investment plan sparks UEFA revolt, promises Nigeria $20m

FIFA outlined a strategy to establish a commercial subsidiary that would allow private investors to purchase equity in its premier tournaments: the men's and women's World Cups plus the Club World Cup.

By Plus234Feed Editorial31 Jul 2026

Sports

Team Nigeria Begins Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games Campaign

Nigeria fields 74 athletes across 10 sports at the 23rd Commonwealth Games in Scotland, chasing a record 20 gold medals.

By Plus234Feed Editorial23 Jul 2026

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Wolves Face FIFA Scrutiny Over Arokodare Training Ground Standoff

Wolverhampton Wanderers has become embroiled in a disciplinary crisis involving Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare after a confrontation at the club's Compton Park training facility.

By Plus234Feed Editorial23 Jul 2026

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Spain wins 2026 World Cup, tops FIFA rankings as Argentina falls in extra time

Spain captured the 2026 FIFA World Cup title by defeating Argentina in a tightly contested final held at a New York-New Jersey stadium.

By Plus234Feed Editorial21 Jul 2026

Sports

England, Ghana Share Points in Tense World Cup 2026 Qualifier

England and Ghana finished their FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifying group match in a stalemate on Tuesday, with neither team able to find the back of the net in a contest played in Boston.

By Plus234Feed Editorial24 Jun 2026

Sports

Ronaldo Makes World Cup History, Becomes First to Score in Six Tournaments

On Tuesday, Cristiano Ronaldo carved his name into World Cup history by netting in his sixth distinct FIFA World Cup tournament, as Portugal demolished Uzbekistan 5-0.

By Plus234Feed Editorial24 Jun 2026

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Favour Ashe Wins 100m Title at Commonwealth Games Trials in Lagos

Favour Ashe emerged victorious in the men's 100 metres at the Commonwealth Games trials held in Lagos on Tuesday, posting a personal best time of 9.93 seconds.

By Plus234Feed Editorial24 Jun 2026

Sports

Ronaldo Makes World Cup History With Goals at Six Tournaments

At 41, Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player ever to score across six different FIFA World Cups after netting twice in a 5-0 rout of Uzbekistan.

By Plus234Feed Editorial23 Jun 2026

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Messi Reaches World Cup Scoring Milestone as Argentina Advances

Lionel Messi has drawn level with Miroslav Klose's longstanding record of 16 World Cup goals across two matches in the tournament's group stage.

By Plus234Feed Editorial22 Jun 2026

Sports

Messi Scores Hat-Trick in 200th Cap as Argentina Dominates Algeria

Lionel Messi netted three goals in Argentina's 3-0 World Cup opening win, marking his sixth tournament appearance and equalling a scoring record.

By Plus234Feed Editorial21 Jun 2026

Sports

AFN Reschedules Commonwealth Games Trials to June 21-23 Over Weather Delays

Severe weather conditions affecting athletes in the United States prompted the Athletics Federation of Nigeria to reschedule its Commonwealth Games trials.

By Plus234Feed Editorial21 Jun 2026

Sports

Ronaldo Under Fire After Portugal's DR Congo Draw in World Cup Qualifier

Cristiano Ronaldo has become the centre of debate following Portugal's inability to secure victory against DR Congo in their opening World Cup 2026 qualifier on Wednesday.

By Plus234Feed Editorial19 Jun 2026

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Ivory Coast striker Wahi barred from Canada as fraud probe deepens

French authorities investigating 23-year-old Ely Wahi for alleged match-fixing. Canada denies him entry for World Cup fixture against Germany.

By Plus234Feed Editorial19 Jun 2026

Sports

Messi Nets Hat-Trick in Argentina's World Cup Opener, Matches Klose's Record

Lionel Messi delivered a performance that drew comparisons to artificial intelligence from football analysts, scoring on three occasions as Argentina opened their World Cup title defence with a convincing 3-0 victory over Algeria.

By Plus234Feed Editorial19 Jun 2026

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Tunisia Sacks Coach Lamouchi After 5-1 World Cup Loss to Sweden

Following Tunisia's opening group game defeat of 5-1 to Sweden at the 2026 World Cup, the North African nation terminated Sabri Lamouchi's role as head coach.

By Plus234Feed Editorial19 Jun 2026

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Senegal faces France in World Cup opener, chasing 2002 magic

The Teranga Lions open their World Cup campaign against France at MetLife Stadium, seeking to replicate their historic 2002 victory over the same opponent.

By Plus234Feed Editorial19 Jun 2026