…outcome. “Life is unfair. The world is unfair. OK, but why isn’t there any fairness in sports? “I’m not convinced by this outcome and by the way things unfolded in this match.” The Egypt manager went further by alleging the match had been influenced in Argentina’s favour. “This was clearly a rigged match and the whole…
Luke Littler will be out to defend his Betfred World Matchplay title later this month as the world champion headlines a star-studded field heading to the Winter Gardens in Blackpool for this year's tournament, live on Sky Sports.
…it stands with Ukraine and does not condemn conflict Last Updated: 07/07/26 9:08pm Sky Sports' Geraint Hughes explains how the IOC's decision to provisionally lift the Russian Olympic Committee's suspension Sky Sports' Geraint Hughes explains how the IOC's decision to provisionally lift the Russian Olympic Committee's…
…The accompanying statement, laying out a host of conditions, said individual sports could decide whether to allow the flag and anthem at their own events or stage competitions in Russia. As for the Games, with the Los Angeles Olympics two years away, the IOC said it “will take a decision in relation to the display of t…
The women's major season continues this week at the Amundi Evian Championship, with extended coverage from Evian Resort Golf Club in France live on Sky Sports.
Three African journalists, including The PUNCH's sports correspondent, Abiodun Adewale, have been recognised by the International Center for Journalists in partnership with Wikimedia Foundation, for outstanding reporting that expands public knowledge about Africa through the 2026 Open the Knowledge Journalism Awards. N…
…the identity and quality that once made them one of football's greatest teams, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Manchester City striker, Erling Haaland, rose to the occasion when it mattered most, heading Norway into the lead in the 80th minute before doubling their advantage ten minutes later to inspire a famous victory ov…
…he did not request it be overturned. The Republican president — who said “I understand sports really well” — acknowledged that he was initially unaware that the red card meant Balogun was barred from the next game, saying the rule is “very unfair.” Trump has had an up-and-down relationship with the administration of le…
…passage to the second round of the FIBA Basketball World Cup African Qualifiers, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The emphatic victory ensured Nigeria finished the three-game window with a perfect record, having earlier defeated Tunisia and Guinea, underscoring the team's resurgence under head coach David Fizdale. Point gua…
…of the tournament. The achievement has drawn commendations from football fans, sports administrators and political leaders across Africa, who have described the victory as another significant milestone for African football. The 2026 FIFA World Cup, jointly hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico, has produced se…
…sporting collaboration that will mutually benefit both countries," Olopade said. "At the Sports Commission, through the mandate given to us by the President, we are building an ecosystem that is economically friendly for sports, and this collaboration with Kosovo will further boost that drive."
…the Nigerian's overall ability following another prolific season with Galatasaray, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Osimhen finished the 2025/2026 campaign with 22 goals and eight assists across all competitions, playing a pivotal role as Galatasaray successfully defended their Super Lig title, form that has fuelled specula…
…the final round of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The visitors stunned the home crowd in the 16th minute when Romaine Gandonou finished off a brilliant solo run to hand Benin an early lead, but Nigeria responded five minutes later through Queen Joseph, who ro…
…insisting they will not sanction a sale below their valuation of the player, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. According to Turkish outlet, Fanatik, Fulham's improved offer of around €28m, comprising a guaranteed €25m and a further €3m in performance-related add-ons, has been turned down, with the Black Sea Storm holding out…
…for his very first trip following his election in 2013 - before celebrating mass in a sports field. Lampedusa "is a place of particular significance... We are here to testify to its commitment to welcome those seeking a better place (to live)," said Vanda Mainardi, 65, who had travelled from northern Italy to see the p…
Sky Sports' Dave Reed explains the confusion behind the scheduled kick-off time for England's last 16 match against Mexico and why it could still change.
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Former Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Solomon Dalung, has called for the suspension of Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, over the controversy surrounding the alleged Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council, describing him as the "number one suspect" in the matter. Speaking on Ch…
…granted in February. This prompted the court to order the prosecution to present the passports in court unfailingly on Thursday. The prosecution, adhering to the court 's instruction, produced the international passports of the defendants. After the defendants confirmed that the passport produced belonged to him, the j…
…proving that age has done little to diminish his influence on the team. Read the Latest Sports News Today and Get Fresh updates as they drop via X and Instagram
…over the weekend, covering areas such as media, protocol, student affairs, youth and sports, religious affairs, and special duties. The minister's office advised members of the public, media organisations and government agencies to rely only on official channels for information relating to her office. The statement als…
…from some quarters. A presenter on L’Equipe TV, the TV channel of the historic French sports newspaper, questioned the decision, saying fathers were “useless” at childbirth whereas hundreds of footballers would have killed to play in a World Cup. The comments triggered an online storm, forcing L’Equipe to apologise and…
…continues to redefine football greatness on the world's biggest stage. Read the Latest Sports News Today and Get Fresh updates as they drop via X and Instagram
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…improve endurance, speed, and recovery. "Fitness is key for us this season," Giwa told Sportslighthub. "We want to build a team that can compete for 90 minutes, home and away." Giwa added that the technical crew will monitor the players progress closely to avoid injuries. Inter Lagos gained promotion to the NPFL for th…