Olumide Atiba, THEWILL

Real Madrid Demand Javier Tebas Exit After Madrid Derby Refereeing Row

The Spanish giants issued an official statement on Tuesday, accusing Tebas of using his institutional position to repeatedly criticise the club and questioning his suitability to lead the league’s governing organisation.

Isack Hadjar Set To Return For Red Bull At Azerbaijan Grand Prix

Isack Hadjar is set to return to the Red Bull driver lineup for this weekend’s Azerbaijan Grand Prix after recovering from the wrist injury that kept him out of the last three Formula 1 races.

EFL Trophy Renamed Jersey Mike’s Trophy In Record £5m Sponsorship Deal

The English Football League (EFL) has confirmed a major commercial partnership that will see its trophy competition renamed the Jersey Mike’s Trophy, with the five-year agreement reportedly worth £5 million.

Lionel Messi Unveils Special Argentina Jersey Ahead Of Emotional Farewell Against Benin

Lionel Messi has unveiled the special Argentina jersey he will wear for his final international appearance, with the legendary forward preparing to bid farewell to the national team against Benin on October 6.

AFCON 2027 Infrastructure Countdown: CAF Urges Accelerated Pace From Three Co-Hosts

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) continues to express confidence in the project, insisting that there is no plan to postpone or relocate AFCON 2027. Yet the tone surrounding preparations has become increasingly urgent.

Infantino Calls for External FIFA Review After Investment Plan Collapse

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has written to the organisation's 211 member associations proposing an external review of the body's decision-making processes.

Formula 1 Confirms Major Changes at Every Grand Prix Starting 2027

Formula 1 is set for a major overhaul in 2027 after the FIA approved several regulatory changes that will affect race distances, event interruptions and technical development across the championship.

Eric Chelle Arrives In Uyo As Super Eagles Begin AFCON 2027 Qualifying Preparations

Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle and members of his backroom staff have arrived in Uyo as Nigeria begins preparations for its opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches.

Granit Xhaka Could Face Five Years In Prison Amid Covid Certificate Investigation, Withdraws From National Team Duty

The 33-year-old midfielder issued a public statement on Monday, September 21, acknowledging that he obtained the certificate during the pandemic after experiencing uncertainty and distrust surrounding the Covid-19 vaccine.

AFCON Qualifying Match: Exact Scenarios Nigeria Need to Survive Group L

The Super Eagles begin their road back to continental relief this week and the numbers say it will be tighter than the names on paper suggest.

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Olumide Atiba is a sports journalist with THEWILL, known for his keen news sense and compelling storytelling. He has built a reputation for turning leads into clear, well-structured reports that resonate with readers, with a strong focus on football coverage
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