Olumide Atiba, THEWILL

LeBron James may have scored only 10 points in his Philadelphia 76ers debut, but his first appearance in the team’s colours offered a glimpse of why his influence could extend far beyond the scoreboard as he begins what is expected to be the final chapter of his NBA career.

Manchester City manager, Enzo Maresca, and striker, Erling Haaland, have called for unity and positivity as the club prepares to face Liverpool, insisting that the controversy surrounding its financial charges will not distract the squad from its Premier League ambitions.

The Slovenian announced his decision on Thursday during a meeting with the presidents and general secretaries of UEFA’s 55 national associations in Berlin, accepting their unanimous request that he reconsider his previously declared intention to step down when his current mandate expires.

The 34-year-old midfielder confirmed the outcome of the investigation on Thursday after Swiss authorities issued a penalty order over the incident, which dates back to 2022 when Xhaka was playing for Arsenal.

Cristiano Ronaldo has taken another swipe at Simon Jordan after the former Crystal Palace owner questioned the Portugal captain’s conduct during his explosive fallout with head coach Jorge Jesus.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have dropped four places to 30th in the latest FIFA Men’s World Ranking, losing their position among Africa’s top five after a difficult international window.

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo's rivalry stretched across Barcelona and Real Madrid, La Liga, the Champions League, international football and the Ballon d’Or, creating a sporting conversation that rarely needed anyone else.

Cristiano Ronaldo has paid an emotional tribute to Lionel Messi following the Argentine superstar’s farewell to international football, praising his long service to Argentina and the legacy he leaves behind.

Nigerian-born football administrator, Lola Ogunbote, has joined Chelsea Women as Head of Football Operations and Player Services, marking another significant step in a career that has taken her from law and investment banking into senior roles in professional football.

Formula 1 is reportedly on course to return to Africa for the first time in more than three decades, with Rwanda set to join the calendar in 2030 after reaching an agreement to host a Grand Prix.