Manchester United sign Bayern’s De Ligt, Mazraoui
Manchester United have signed Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui from Bayern Munich, the Premier League club announced Tuesday.
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La Liga: Anticipation builds as kickoff approaches
The wait is nearly over as the 2024-25 La Liga season kicks off this Thursday, and football fans worldwide, particularly in Nigeria, are brimming with excitement. With all 380 games set to air live on StarTimes, this season promises to be one of the most thrilling yet.
West Ham sign Wan-Bissaka from Man Utd
West Ham signed Manchester United defender Aaron Wan-Bissaka in a deal worth a reported £15 million ($19 million) on Tuesday.
Bournemouth sign Mexico’s Araujo from Barcelona
Bournemouth signed Mexico defender Julian Araujo from Barcelona in a deal worth a reported £8.5 million ($10.9 million) on Tuesday.
NFF seeks improved investment in football
The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has called for more private sector investment in developing football in the country, saying the government cannot do it alone.
Abuja Velodrome used for religious activities, not cycling — Ukpeseraye
Nigerian cyclist, Ese Lovina Ukpeseraye, who recently competed in the Paris Olympics, has stated that Nigeria will continue to lag in cycling until sports administrators end their preference for renting out its velodrome for religious services.
Man City’s Haaland nominated for PFA Player of the Year award
Manchester City striker Erling Haaland is in the hunt to win a second successive PFA Player of the Year award after being nominated alongside team-mates Phil Foden and Rodri.
Udoffa, Jimoh win Zenith Next Gen Masters
Mary Udoffa and Joseph Jimoh, on Sunday, beat the field to become the 2024 singles champions of the Zenith Bank Next Generation Masters Tennis Championship, which final was decided at Ikoyi Club, Lagos. Following a hard-fought title match against Itoro Bassey of the GEUF Academy in Uyo, the Lokoja-based Udoffa rallied to win the tie 10-8.