Britain qualify for America’s Cup final after 60-year wait
Britain will compete in the America’s Cup for the first time since 1964 after beating Italy 7-4 in the Louis Vuitton Cup qualifying event on Friday.
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Pogba to return 2025 after CAS reduces doping ban to 18 months
In a significant ruling by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), Paul Pogba’s four-year doping ban has been slashed to just 18 months.
Daniel Maldini receives first Italy call-up for Nations League
Daniel Maldini, the son of Italian football icon Paolo Maldini, received his first Italy call-up on Friday for Nations League games against Belgium and Israel.
China Open: Coco Gauff sets up Beijing final against Muchova
Coco Gauff fought back from a set down to battle into the China Open final on Saturday, setting up a showdown with party-pooper Karolina Muchova.
Napoli beat Como to hold top spot in Serie A
Napoli ensured top spot in Serie A for at least another week with Friday’s hard-fought 3-1 win over Como which extended their league lead to four points.
On 86th anniversary, Hamzat eulogises Ikoyi Club for sports development efforts
Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, has called on social clubs in the country to emulate Ikoyi Club 1938 by collaborating with government to achieve the desired greatness, reach new heights and strive for excellence in all aspects of national development.
Osimhen’s market value drops from €100m to €75m
Victor Osimhen’s market value has dropped from €100m to €75m following Transfermarkt’s update on the Turkish Super Lig market values. The Nigerian made history as the first Nigerian to hit the €100m valuation in March 2023 and rose by €20m to an all-time high of €120m in June 2023 following his incredible Serie A season when he scored 26 goals in 32 games to inspire Napoli to their first Scudetto in 33 years.
Ofugara All-Star Peace, Unity tourney re-ignites Warri’s old football culture
The second edition of Ofugara All-Star Peace and Unity Football Tournament has kicked off in Warri, Delta State, with 20 veteran teams going head-to-head over 17 days to re-ignite old football passion.