France boss Deschamps confirms Ekitike to miss World Cup
Liverpool and France forward Hugo Ekitike will miss the 2026 World Cup after suffering a serious injury in his club's Champions League loss to Paris Saint-Germain, his national team coach Didier Deschamps said Wednesday.
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BBC to cut up to 2,000 jobs in next two years
The organisation has to cut £500 million from its operating costs of £5 billion, with most of these savings required in 2027 and 2028.
Raphinha issues apology after offensive gesture at Atlético fans
Raphinha has apologised following a heated post-match incident involving Atlético Madrid fans, admitting his actions did not reflect his values.
How I missed playing for Real Madrid first team – Ex-int’l, Adepoju
By Emmanuel Okogba Former Nigerian international Mutiu Adepoju has revealed how a shoulder injury prevented him from making his debut for Real Madrid’s first team in 1992. Adepoju, who was then playing for Real Madrid’s reserve side, Castilla, disclosed that he was on the verge of being promoted to the senior team when Mexican striker […]
Gov Mbah, French Ambassador flag off 14.5km high-capacity water pipeline
The governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, and the Ambassador of France to Nigeria, Marc Fonbaustier, yesterday flagged off the construction of 14.5 kilometres of high-capacity transmission pipelines from Nsude to the Terminal Reservoir at Miliken Hill to significantly strengthen water supply to Enugu city. This was even as the two leaders reinforced the […]
Plateau further relaxes curfew in Jos North, now 7pm–5am
The government said the decision was taken in consultation with security agencies after a review of developments in the area.
