Crystal Palace Stun Liverpool to Win First-Ever Community Shield
Crystal Palace pulled off another Wembley shock on Sunday, defeating Premier League champions Liverpool 3–2 on penalties after a 2–2 draw to lift the 2025 FA Community Shield. FA Cup holders Palace, who claimed their first major trophy only three months ago by beating Manchester City, became the first club in 50 years to win […]
Nnadozie, Madugu Shine as 2025 Ballon d’Or Shortlists Unveiled
Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie and head coach Justine Madugu have earned prestigious nominations for the 2025 Ballon d’Or awards, following Nigeria’s record-breaking victory at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). Nnadozie, now with Brighton, is one of five contenders for the Women’s Yachine Trophy, joining Ann-Katrin Berger (Germany/Gotham FC), Cata Coll (FC Barcelona), […]
CHAN 2024: Super Eagles B Fall 1–0 to Senegal in Group D Opener
The Super Eagles B team suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat to defending champions Senegal in their opening Group D match at the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) on Tuesday. Played at the Amaan Stadium in Zanzibar, the keenly contested encounter saw Christian Gomis net the decisive goal in the 75th minute, punishing Nigeria for a defensive lapse and sealing all three points for the Teranga Lions. The CHAN tournament reserved […]
D’Tigress Clinch Historic Fifth Afrobasket Title, Seal 2026 World Cup Spot
Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, have made history yet again, defeating Mali 78–64 on Sunday night to win the 2025 FIBA Women’s Afrobasket title in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. The hard-fought victory at the Palais des Sports de Treichville marks Nigeria’s fifth consecutive Afrobasket title and seventh overall, cementing their status as the most dominant force in African women’s basketball. With this triumph, Nigeria also secured automatic qualification […]
D’Tigress Defeat Senegal 75–68, Advance to 2025 Afrobasket Final
Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, are just one win away from making history after a hard-fought 75–68 victory over Senegal in the semifinals of the 2025 FIBA Women’s Afrobasket tournament on Saturday. Played at the Palais des Sports de Treichville in Côte d’Ivoire, the encounter saw D’Tigress overcome an early deficit and a third-quarter scare […]
Sport Vibes: Lionesses Retain Euro Crown with Historic Win Over Spain
England’s Lionesses roared to back-to-back European glory by defeating Spain 3-1 in a thrilling penalty shootout to win the Women’s Euro 2025 title. Chloe Kelly delivered the decisive blow, netting a record-breaking penalty that sealed the historic victory. The triumph makes England the first senior team to win a major international tournament abroad and only […]
England Retain Euro Title After Penalty Shootout Win Over Spain
England’s Lionesses have successfully defended their European crown, beating Spain 3–1 on penalties after a tense 1–1 draw in the final of the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 held at St. Jakob-Park in Basel, Switzerland. The win marks back-to-back European titles for Sarina Wiegman’s side, and serves as sweet revenge for their loss to Spain in the 2023 World Cup final. Spain dominated possession in the […]
WAFCON: Super Falcons Complete ‘Mission X’ with Comeback Win Over Morocco
In a gripping finale to the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), Nigeria’s Super Falcons pulled off a remarkable comeback to defeat hosts Morocco 3-2 and clinch a record-extending 10th continental title on Saturday in Rabat. The final, held at the fully packed Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, saw the Atlas Lionesses take early control. Captain Ghizlane Chebbak opened scoring in the 13th […]
Wrestling Icon Hulk Hogan Dies at 71
Hulk Hogan, the legendary professional wrestler and two-time WWE Hall of Famer, has died at the age of 71, his family confirmed on Thursday. Born Terry Gene Bollea, Hogan passed away after suffering cardiac arrest at his home in Clearwater, Florida. He was transported to Morton Plant Hospital by emergency responders, where he was pronounced […]
Bonmati’s Extra-Time Stunner Sends Spain to First Women’s Euro Final
Two-time Ballon d’Or winner Aitana Bonmati scored a dramatic extra-time winner to fire Spain past Germany 1-0 and into their first-ever UEFA Women’s European Championship final. In a tense semi-final clash on Tuesday night, Bonmati broke the deadlock in the 113th minute with a brilliant turn and finish after being teed up by Athenea del […]
