‘Deceitful’ Infantino must go – Luis Figo
Infantino is fighting to save his job after a fierce backlash against his plan to sell off stakes in the World Cup.
Eagles to confront Swaziland Nov 13
The Super Eagles of Nigeria and Sihlangu Semnikati of Swaziland will clash under floodlights at the Somhlolo National Stadium in Lobamba, in their 2018 FIFA World Cup African Round 2 first leg tie.
Blatter blames ‘bad losers’ as seven candidates retained
Outgoing FIFA president Sepp Blatter blamed England, the United States and Michel Platini for the corruption scandal engulfing the organisation on Wednesday as seven candidates, including Platini, were confirmed in the running to succeed him.
Okagbue blames decline in kickboxing to a lack of competition
Cletus Okagbue, National Coach, Kickboxing Federation of Nigeria (KBFN) on Tuesday identified a lack of competition as responsible for the decline of the sport in the country.
FIFA accepts 7 presidential candidates, David Nakhid excluded
FIFA has accepted seven presidential candidates to stand to replace incumbent Joseph Blatter at an extraordinary congress in 2016, excluding former player David Nakhid, the world football governing body said on Wednesday.
Chelsea’s Costa hospitalised with rib injury
Chelsea striker Diego Costa was taken to hospital after sustaining a rib injury during the League Cup holders’ penalty shootout defeat at Stoke City on Tuesday, manager Jose Mourinho said.
