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Nigeria has secured nominations in three categories for the 2026 Confederation of African Football (CAF) Women’s Awards, announced on Tuesday, with Christiana Uzoma, Oluwakemi Adegbuyi, Seimeyeha Janet Akekoromowei and the Super Falcons making the shortlist.
The post Adegbuyi, Akekoromowei, Super Falcons nominated for 2026 CAF Women’s Awards appeared first on Vanguard News.
In a statement expressing its grief, the club said: “Broken with pain, with a lump in our throats and unable to believe this is true, CD Tenerife announces the tragic death of Jesús de Miguel Alameda.”
The post Tenerife striker Jesús de Miguel dies after collision during match appeared first on Vanguard News.
Everton increased the pressure on under-fire Newcastle boss Matthias Jaissle as Thierno Barry sealed a 1-0 win at St James’ Park on Monday.
The post EPL: Everton deepen Newcastle crisis with 1-0 win appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Federal Government has fulfilled President Bola Tinubu’s reward pledge to the Super Falcons following their historic 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title victory.
The post Tinubu fulfils WAFCON pledge, as Super Falcons players receive $100,000 each appeared first on Vanguard News.
La Liga president Javier Tebas said Monday he is maintaining dialogue with Chinese authorities in an effort to defuse a row over Kylian Mbappe’s comments about former Chinese leader Mao Zedong.
The post ‘Ongoing dialogue’ with China after Mbappe row – Liga chief Tebas appeared first on Vanguard News.
Michael Carrick brushed off suggestions he has just two games left as Manchester United boss as he prepares his underperforming side for Tuesday’s Champions League clash against Roma.
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Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi and Harry Kane have been named in the 2026 FIFPRO Men’s World XI, alongside several other leading footballers recognised for their performances during the year.
The post Ronaldo, Messi, Kane make 2026 FIFPRO Men’s World XI Full List appeared first on Vanguard News.
Aston Villa have withdrawn their threat of legal action against former Liverpool defender and Sky Sports pundit, Jamie Carragher, following his public apology over remarks directed at the club and its supporters.
The post Aston Villa drop legal action threat against Jammie Carragher appeared first on Vanguard News.
Reigning African Footballer of the Year and Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi claimed a first career hat-trick at the weekend in a 5-1 Ligue 1 rout of bottom club Le Havre.
The post African players in Europe: Defender Hakimi’s historic hat-trick appeared first on Vanguard News.
Kimi Antonelli drove the perfect race to finish third in his Mercedes at the Mexico Grand Prix and seal his place in Formula One history as the youngest world champion.
The post Kimi Antonelli becomes youngest Formula One world champion at age 20 appeared first on Vanguard News.
Brazil U-17 women’s head coach, Rilany Silva, is expecting a difficult contest against Nigeria’s Flamingos, DAILY POST reports. The South Americans will take on Nigeria in a semi-final tie at the ongoing 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup on Wednesday night. The Flamingos started the competition with a 2-1 defeat to Poland but have improved
2026 U-17 WWC: Brazil coach Rilany anticipates tough test against Flamingos
Al-Nassr manager, Ange Postecoglou has played down suggestions that they are a more effective team in attack without Cristiano Ronaldo. The Saudi Pro League side thrashed Pakhtakor 6-2 in an AFC Champions League clash on Monday. Ronaldo did not feature in the match, as he was left out of the squad for the game against
Al Nassr coach, Postecoglou speaks after team scores six goals without Ronaldo
Spanish football has recorded another tragedy after Tenerife striker, Jesus de Miguel, passed away. De Miguel challenged for a loose ball in midfield during the closing stages of Monday’s game against Andorra. The 30-year-old collided with goalkeeper Jesus Owono and suffered a cardiac arrest. The game was eventually suspended after the incident. On Tuesday morning,
Spanish football in mourning as Jesus de Miguel dies after on-field collision
Godswill Akpabio United have completed the signing of experienced midfielder Dare Ojo for the 2026/27 Nigeria National League, NNL, season, DAILY POST reports. Ojo joined the Uyo-based club as a free agent. He last featured for Akwa United in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, three seasons ago. The energetic midfielder won the NPFL title
NNL: Godswill Akpabio United sign Dare Ojo
Akwa United have strengthened their squad with eight new players for the 2026-27 Nigeria National League, NNL, season. In the list are five strikers, two midfielders and one defender. The new signings are Kammonke Willie, Abubakar Sadiq, Saviour Edet and Allen Ihunwo. Others are Ameer Muhammad, Ilechukwu Onuoha, Augustine Chibuzor and Damadou Franck. The new
NNL: Akwa United bolster squad with eight new players
Arsenal icon Paul Merson has laid into Manchester United’s transfer strategy, naming five players he believes the Red Devils’ hierarchy should never have signed in recent windows. Speaking to Sky Sports ahead of Man United’s Champions League clash with AS Roma on Tuesday night, Merson questioned the club’s recruitment choices, pointing to Bryan Mbeumo, Matheus
Transfer: ‘Madness’ – Paul Merson identifies five players Man Utd hierarchy made mistake signing
Cristiano Ronaldo Junior has been called up by Portugal Under-17 national team for the first time in his career. The 16-year-old, who is popularly known as ‘Cristianinho’, was included in head coach Filipe Ramos’ 23-man squad for the upcoming UEFA European Under-17 Championship qualifying matches. The young forward currently plays his club football for Saudi
Cristiano Ronaldo Jr earns first Portugal Under-17 call-up
The Taifa Stars of Tanzania will hit Uyo on Sunday for their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matchday three encounter against the Super Eagles of Nigeria. The early arrival, according to The Citizen, will allow head coach Miguel Gamondi enough time to prepare the team for the game. Gamondi has already invited 24 players
AFCON 2027Q: Tanzania arrive in Uyo Sunday for Super Eagles clash
Former Manchester United goalkeeper, Peter Schmeichel, has claimed no team is good enough to challenge Arsenal for the Premier League title this season. Schmeichel was speaking on ViaPlay, after the Gunners beat Liverpool 1-0 at Anfield. It was their first victory at the Reds’ home ground since 2012. In his analysis, Schmeichel refused to criticize
EPL: Nobody can challenge them – Schmeichel names team to win title
The foreign-based players invited to the Olympic Eagles camp are expected to join the team this weekend following the unimpressive performance of the home-based players in a friendly match against Remo Stars. The Olympic Eagles were held to a goalless draw by the Nigeria National League, NNL, side on Sunday. Among the foreign-based players expected
U-23 AFCONQ: Foreign professionals hit Olympic Eagles camp ahead of DR Congo clash
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