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The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) has banned and fined seven countries that participated in the EURO 2024 tournament. They were outlawed because of discriminatory behaviour by their fans. Incidents of racism and offensive chanting marred some of the matches. Accor

The opening football match of the Paris 2024 Olympics witnessed chaos as crowd disturbances led to a nearly two-hour suspension, concluding finally in a stadium devoid of spectators. Initially, Morocco was in the lead, scoring two goals against Argentina. Argentina managed to narrow the gap with

African startups crossed the one-billion-dollar investment mark in the first half of 2024 as mergers and acquisitions surged, reflecting a gradual rebound and sustained investor confidence despite tight global funding. African startups raised over US$1.1 billion in funding in the first

Reports say Enyimba midfielder, Chibuike Nwaiwu, has joined Austrian club, Wolfsberger. The energetic midfielder was remarkable while playing last season for Enyimba FC. Chibuike Nwaiwus career saw a significant transition when he signed with Owerri club, Heartland, in the 2020/21 season,

Real Madrid has become the first football team to generate more than €1 billion in income. The Real Madrid Board of Directors announced this exceptional financial performance during their meeting on July 23, during which they reviewed the fiscal year 2023-2024 records. A statem

Aston Villa have secured the signing of Belgium midfielder Amadou Onana from Everton in a deal reportedly worth £50 million ($64 million) on Monday. Onana has penned a five-year contract with Villa, who were in search of a replacement for Douglas Luiz following the Brazilians transfer t

International sportswear brand Adidas has apologised to its partners, including Palestinian-American supermodel Bella Hadid, after she threatened legal action over an ad campaign inspired by the 1972 Munich Olympics. "Connections continue to be made to the terrible tragedy that occurred

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has again hiked the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR), which measures interest rates by 50 basis points, from 26.25% to 26.75% amid soaring inflation and skyrocketing food prices. The CBN Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, announced this after the apex bank's 296th Mo

According to Manchester Evening News, two Manchester United players, Radek Vitek and Joe Hugill, are reportedly going to leave Old Trafford on loan. Both players have shown promise during the pre-season under Erik ten Hags management. Vitek, who started for Man United in their pre-seaso