Nigeria’s Umohette records 20th Career win in Colombia
By Ephraim Ejete Nigerian-born heavyweight boxer Enobong “The Nigerian Gentleman” Umohette has secured his 20th professional career victory after defeating former WBL heavyweight champion Fidel “Infierno” Munoz by unanimous decision in an eight-round contest in Colombia. The United States-based International Boxing Association, IBA, Continental heavyweight champion also successfully defended his UBC South American regional title […]
Argentina replace scrapped Finalissima with Guatemala friendly
World champions Argentina will play Guatemala in a friendly to replace the cancelled Finalissima match against European champions Spain in Qatar, which fell foul to the Middle East war.
Mexico prepared to host Iran World Cup games, says president
Iran’s participation at this summer’s finals in the United States, Canada and Mexico has been in doubt since the war began last month, with President Donald Trump warning that Iranian players’ safety would be at risk if they travelled to the US.
2026 World Cup: FIFA rejects NFF petition against DR Congo
FIFA has dismissed the Nigeria Football Federation’s (NFF) petition challenging the eligibility of certain players used by the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) in their 2026 FIFA World Cup play-off match against the Super Eagles in Rabat, Morocco, last November.
China suspends marathon official who blocked winner at finish line
China has suspended a marathon race official for one year after he mistakenly blocked the eventual winner from crossing the finish line at an event in Chongqing.
Barca job will be my last, says Flick
Recently reelected Barcelona president Joan Laporta said previously that he plans to extend the 61-year-old former Germany and Bayern Munich coach’s deal for a further year beyond 2027.
