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“This is, indeed, very good news. I am so happy for Samson Adamu on his confirmation, and I know he is going to make Nigeria and Africa proud,” Ikpeme said. The post Adamu makes history as first Nigerian CAF General Secretary appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has reversed its decision to stage the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) every four years, announcing that the tournament will return to its traditional two-year cycle. The post AFCON to hold every two years again as CAF reverses decision appeared first on Vanguard News.

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen and his girlfriend, Stefanie Ladewig, have welcomed their second child, a baby girl named Liora Audrey. The post Osimhen welcomes second child with Cameroonian-German girlfriend appeared first on Vanguard News.

Chasing their first League Cup final appearance in 43 years, Everton will travel to fourth-tier minnows Fleetwood in the week commencing December 14. The post Everton beat Newcastle 3-1 to reach League Cup quarter-finals appeared first on Vanguard News.

AC Milan and Inter paid 197 million euros ($219 million) to acquire the current stadium and its adjacent parking areas, where they intend to build their new, shared home. The post Inter, AC Milan unveil new stadium plans to replace San Siro appeared first on Vanguard News.

Long seen as tennis’ nearly-man, Zverev has enjoyed a stellar 2026, breaking his major duck by picking up the titles at the French and US Opens. The post Germany’s Zverev becomes tennis world No. 1 appeared first on Vanguard News.

Jack Grealish was dropped for Everton’s League Cup fourth round clash against Newcastle on Thursday after “a breach of club discipline”. The post Grealish dropped for Everton’s League Cup tie after disciplinary breach appeared first on Vanguard News.

Chelsea head coach Xabi Alonso has promised Brazilian teenager Estêvão will get his opportunity this season, despite the winger’s limited playing time and omission from the Blues’ Carabao Cup quarter-final defeat to Liverpool. The post Estêvão will ‘have his moment’ at Chelsea — Alonso appeared first on Vanguard News.

The teenage rising star was sent off for kicking out at Harrison Neal following a strong challenge in the 85th minute of the tie, which the Gunners lost on penalties following a 1-1 draw. The post Arsenal lose appeal against Dowman red card in shock Fleetwood defeat appeared first on Vanguard News.

Cristiano Ronaldo has appreciated his fans and supporters around the world after his 2008 Ballon d’Or-winning season was voted the best in the history of the prestigious individual football award in a public poll organised to celebrate its 70th anniversary. The post Ronaldo thanks fans after winning greatest Ballon d’Or award appeared first on Vanguard News.

Flamingos head coach Akeem Busari is expecting a difficult test against Venezuela in their quarterfinal encounter at the ongoing 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. Nigeria will battle the South Americans for a place in the semi-finals at the Mohammed VI Football Complex Pitch 4, Rabat on Sunday. The Flamingos booked their place in the 2026 U-17 WWC: Busari charges Flamingos to avoid complacency against Venezuela

Manchester United are considering a shock move for Leeds striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin in January. According to the Daily Mail, the Red Devils are looking to strengthen their attack. However, a move for Calvert-Lewin could prove difficult, because of the fierce rivalry between the two clubs. Calvert-Lewin has revitalised his career at Leeds after joining on Transfer: Calvert-Lewin in shock move to Man Utd

Manchester United manager, Michael Carrick, has said they are ready to “move forward” with Bruno Fernandes as the team’s captain. Carrick left Fernandes on the substitutes’ bench for the 3-0 defeat to Bournemouth on Sunday. The decision came days after the Portugal midfielder criticised his manager’s tactics in the Champions League defeat at Como last EPL: Carrick takes decision on keeping Bruno Fernandes as Man Utd captain

Edo Queens have formally petitioned the Confederation of African Football, CAF, requesting the annulment of the continuation of the WAFU B Women’s Champions League final against Ghanaian side Ampem Darkoa Ladies FC. According to a statement from the Edo State government, the original final was played on 5 September 2026 in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, and Edo Queens petition CAF over WAFU B Women’s Champions League final

Niger Tornadoes have received a timely boost with the return of Joseph Godfrey, Erickson Mendos and Moses Obioma ahead of their matchday 11 encounter against Barau FC. The trio are in contention to face Barau FC after recovering from injury. Their return is expected to give the technical crew more options in their selection process. NPFL: Niger Tornadoes get triple injury boost ahead of Barau FC clash

Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen and his partner, Stefanie Kim Ladewig, have welcomed their second child, a baby girl named Liora Audrey. Osimhen’s club, Galatasaray, announced the good news on its official X account, congratulating the couple on the arrival of their newborn. “Our Football A Team player Victor Osimhen and Stefanie have welcomed a Osimhen, partner welcome second child

The Confederation of African Football, CAF, has confirmed Nigeria’s Samson Adamu as its substantive General Secretary, DAILY POST reports. Adamu made history as the first Nigerian to occupy the post in the organisation’s 70-year history. The football administrator, who is the son of Amos Adamu, a former member of the Federation of International Football Associations, CAF confirms Nigeria’s Adamu as substantive general secretary

The Confederation of African Football, CAF, has returned the Africa Cup of Nations to a two-year cycle. The decision was unanimously agreed during the CAF executive committee meeting on Thursday. President of CAF, Patrice Motsepe, recently announced at the continent’s strategy conference in Cabo Verde that the CAF Exco would be re-assessing and reconsidering the CAF reverts AFCON to two-year cycle

Former Arsenal star, Thierry Henry, has singled out two Gunners players ahead of their Premier League clash with Liverpool on Sunday. Henry insisted that Eberechi Eze and Noni Madueke are making an impact for Mikel Arteta’s side when they come off the bench. “Eze scored against Bayern, Madueke came on and scored against Nottingham Forest, EPL: They’re making impact, changing game – Thierry Henry singles out two Arsenal players

France football legend, Jean-Pierre Papin has criticised Kylian Mbappé’s approach to his 2026 Ballon d’Or campaign, arguing that the Real Madrid forward’s public efforts to promote his individual achievements worked against him. Papin, who won the Ballon d’Or in 1991, made the comments after Mbappé finished second behind England captain Harry Kane in the 2026 Ballon d’Or 2026: ‘They turned against him’ – France legend Papin on why Mbappé didn’t win award

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