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Dutch Footballer Quincy Promes Arrested in Dubai Following Extradition Request
June 13, 2025
Dutch footballer Quincy Promes has been arrested at his home in Dubai following an extradition request from the Netherlands, according to a report by De Telegraaf. Promes, 33, was sentenced in absentia to six years...
Thomas Frank Appointed as New Tottenham Head Coach on Deal Until 2028
June 13, 2025
Thomas Frank has been officially appointed as Tottenham Hotspur’s new head coach, ending weeks of speculation about who would succeed Ange Postecoglou following a disappointing Premier League campaign. The 50-year-old Danish manager joins Spurs after...
Call For Applications: The FATE Institute Fellowship Program 2025
June 10, 2025
The FATE Institute Fellowship Program is a two-year, non-residential fellowship designed to engage policy experts, economists, academics, and development professionals in producing evidence-based research and insights. Fellows contribute to policy processes aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s...
Cristiano Ronaldo Confirms Al Nassr Stay With New Deal
June 9, 2025
Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed he will remain at Al Nassr, putting an end to speculation about his future at the Saudi Pro League club. Speaking after Portugal’s UEFA Nations League final win over...
Uriah Rennie, Premier League’s First Black Referee, Dies at 65
June 9, 2025
Uriah Rennie, the Premier League’s first Black referee and a pioneering figure in English football, has died at the age of 65. Between 1997 and 2008, Rennie officiated more than 300 matches, including 175 in...
Portugal Crowned UEFA Nations League Champions After Dramatic Penalty Shootout Win Over Spain
June 8, 2025
Portugal has won the 2024–25 UEFA Nations League title, defeating Spain 5–3 on penalties after a thrilling 2–2 draw in regulation and extra time at the Allianz Arena in Munich. Spain took the lead twice...
Victor Osimhen Rejects £650K-A-Week Offer From Al Hilal, Snubs Saudi Move
June 8, 2025
Victor Osimhen has turned down a staggering £650,000-per-week offer from Saudi Arabian club Al Hilal, despite advanced talks and preparations for a potential move. According to reports, Al Hilal had lined up travel and medical...
Segun Olanrewaju’s Remains To Be Repatriated To Nigeria Next Week, Confirms Boxing Board President
June 7, 2025
The remains of Nigerian boxer Segun Olanrewaju are expected to arrive in Nigeria next week, the President of the Nigeria Boxing Board of Control (NBBofC), Rafiu Ladipo, has confirmed. This follows over two months of...
Victor Boniface Announces Shock Retirement From International Football
June 6, 2025
Nigerian striker Victor Boniface has stunned fans by announcing his retirement from international football. The 24-year-old Bayer Leverkusen forward made the announcement on Thursday via his official Instagram page. In his heartfelt message, Boniface wrote:...
Raphinha Named La Liga Player Of The Season After Inspiring Barcelona’s Treble Triumph
June 6, 2025
Raphinha has been named La Liga’s Player of the Season for 2024/25, following a stunning campaign that saw him lead FC Barcelona to a historic domestic treble. The Brazilian forward was at the heart of...
