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Lookman’s Transfer Talks Between Atalanta and Inter Milan Still Deadlocked

Transfer negotiations between Atalanta and Inter Milan for Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman remain deadlocked, with Atalanta standing firm on their €50 million valuation despite Inter’s improved offer of €40 million plus €5 million in add-ons. PUNCH Sports Extra gathered that Inter Milan’s initial €40 million bid was rejected, and hopes of a breakthrough during Tuesday’s

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Foreign-Based Stars Arrive Lagos for 2025 National Trials

A wave of foreign-based Nigerian athletes, including national champions and Olympians, have arrived in Lagos ahead of the 2025 National Trials, set to begin on Friday at the Yabatech Sports Complex. PUNCH Sports Extra confirmed on Tuesday that several top athletes, including 2024 Olympic semi-finalist Kanyinsola Ajayi, NCAA 800m standout Ramat Jimoh, and sprint hurdler

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Nigeria Qualifies for 2025 ITTF World Youth Championships After U-19 Boys’ Team Triumph

Nigeria has secured qualification for the 2025 ITTF World Youth Championships in Romania after clinching victory in the boys’ U-19 team event at the ongoing African Youth Championships in Lagos. Competing at the Molade Okoya-Thomas Hall, Teslim Balogun Stadium, the Nigerian team staged a remarkable comeback from a 0-2 deficit to defeat Egypt 3-2 in

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Oshoala Debunks Super Falcons’ Retirement Talks

Super Falcons striker Asisat Oshoala has dismissed speculations about her retirement from the team. There were reports during the just concluded 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations that Oshoala will quit international football after the competition. Oshoala has however said she will continue playing for the team. “To be honest with you, I’m always ready.

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CHAN 2024: Home Eagles’ Group Opponent Sudan Unveil Final Squad

Sudan head coach Kwesi Appiah has named his 25-man squad for the upcoming 2024 African Nations Championship, CHAN. Appiah’s selection reflects a balance between experience and form. 13 players from domestic champions Al-Hilal Khartoum make the cut. Al-Merriekh Khartoum, the country’s other powerhouse, also contributed a fair number of key players, including goalkeeper Ahmed Al-Fateh

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Tella: I Can Play From Both Wings

Super Eagles winger Nathan Tella has sent a message to new Bayer Leverkusen manager Erik ten Hag that he can play from both wings. The Nigerian international made this known in an interview with Werkself Xtra, where he said he’s ready to prove his worth under the Dutch tactician. “I said a year ago that

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Tinubu Assures Super Falcons of Befitting Celebration After Historic WAFCON Triumph

President Bola Tinubu has assured Nigeria’s Super Falcons of a grand reception upon their return from Morocco, where they clinched the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title for a record-extending 10th time. The Super Falcons staged a remarkable comeback at the Olympic Stadium in Rabat on Saturday, overturning a two-goal deficit to defeat hosts

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Al-Ittihad Set to Launch Big-Money Move for Vinícius Júnior

Saudi Arabian club Al-Ittihad is reportedly preparing a massive offer to sign Real Madrid forward Vinícius Júnior. According to reports, Al-Ittihad’s sporting director, Ramón Planes, is leading efforts to bring the Brazilian star to the Saudi Pro League as part of the league’s plan to attract top players in their prime. The club is said

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Slot Blames Inexperience for Liverpool’s 4-2 Defeat to AC Milan

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has said that his team’s lack of experience was a major factor in their 4-2 loss to AC Milan in a pre-season friendly match in Hong Kong. Slot explained that with seven senior players unavailable, several players had to play out of position, which made the team vulnerable, especially on counter-attacks.

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Inter Miami Held to Goalless Draw by Cincinnati Without Messi

Inter Miami played out a goalless draw against FC Cincinnati in their Major League Soccer (MLS) match on Saturday night. The team was without star player Lionel Messi, who was suspended for missing the MLS All-Star Game. The result leaves Inter Miami trailing behind Cincinnati in the Eastern Conference standings. Cincinnati, who had previously defeated

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