Over 140 players ready for 2024 National Women’s Cricket Championship
Over 140 players drawn from zonal teams and their officials are ready for the 2024 National Women’s Cricket Championship, the Nigeria Cricket Federation (NCF) has said.
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Kalu berates Libya Football Federation, urges punishment for ‘mischief’
The Pillar of Sports in Africa, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, has condemned the ill-treatment meted out to the Super Eagles of Nigeria in Libya. Kalu stated that CAF must sanction Libya for treating the Super Eagles with such disdain and disregard, saying, “CAF must make that decision as quickly as possible to serve as a deterrent to any African country that behaves in such an irresponsible manner.
France coach Deschamps' trust in Kolo Muani rewarded in win over Belgium
BRUSSELS : France coach Didier Deschamps praised match-winner Randal Kolo Muani after the striker's double led his side to a 2-1 victory away to Belgium in their Nations League A Group 2 clash on Monday as they put one foot in the quarter-finals.
Sinner wins Shanghai Masters to deny Djokovic 100th career title
World number one Jannik Sinner defeated 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic 7-6 (7/4), 6-3 on Sunday to win the Shanghai Masters.
Kolo Muani double fires France to win in Belgium
Randal Kolo Muani of Paris Saint-Germain scored twice as France again won in the absence of Kylian Mbappe on Monday, beating Belgium 2-1 away in the UEFA Nations League.
Ex-Man City Star Mendy seeks £11.5m in unpaid wages after sexual offence charges
Former Manchester City footballer Benjamin Mendy borrowed money from team-mates for legal fees and child support after he was charged with sexual offences, an employment tribunal heard on Monday.
CAF to investigate Super Eagles delay at Libya airport
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has said it will investigate the maltreatment players and officials of the Super Eagles by the Libyan authorities.
Burkina Faso win to become first qualifiers for 2025 AFCON
Former Aston Villa forward Bertrand Traore scored as Burkina Faso beat Burundi 2-0 on Sunday to become the first qualifiers for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.