In football, certain names evoke a legacy that transcends the sport itself. Samuel Eto’o is one such name — a beacon of inspiration for millions across Africa and beyond. From his humble beginnings in Cameroon to becoming one of the most decorated footballers in history, Eto’o’s journey epitomizes resilience, determination, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. However, his impact […]
In a showdown of titans that had fans worldwide on the edge of their seats, Anthony Joshua emerged victorious over Francis Ngannou in an electrifying match that shook the world of combat sports. The British boxing sensation Anthony Joshua and former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou squared off in the heart of the desert. The Kingdom Arena in Riyadh […]
Rivers State born Stanley Bobo Nwabali wanted to play football like many children of his age grade, one who makes penetrating runs, dribbles and makes intelligent passes at the most difficult moments while also scoring world-class goals many years back but posterity would rather have him stopping and catching goals from entering his own net as he has become […]
On July 10, 1943 Arthur Robert Ashe Jr. was born to parents Arthur Sr. and Mattie C. Ashe in Richmond, Virginia. His interest in and learning of tennis from an early age happened partly because his father got a job at Brook Field in 1947. They lived in a house located on blacks-only 18-acre park with multiple lawn tennis […]
Nigerian sprinter, Rhasidat Adeleke, born 29 August 2002 in Dublin, is one of the rising sprinters representing Ireland and is the first Irish woman to break the 50-second barrier in the 400 metres. She currently holds six Irish national records – 60m indoors, 200m indoors and out, 300m indoors and 400m indoors and out. Adeleke, in 2021 aged 18, […]
26-year-old forward for Luton Town, Elijah Adebayo sent shockwaves through the English Premier League in a midweek clash, with a stunning hat-trick against Brighton and Hove Albion. The breathtaking display not only secured a resounding 4-0 victory for the Hatters but also etched Adebayo’s name in the history books. Who is Elijah Adebayo? Elijah Adebayo is a talented football […]
Just like many other boys his age, Victor Boniface dreamed of becoming a professional footballer, at a very young age, he left his hometown of Akure and traveled to Lagos State to join Real Sapphire Academy. Victor impressed everyone at Real Sapphire Academy, and his skills earned him a move to Europe at the age of 18. He joined […]
Sam Allison is set to make a groundbreaking entry into the Premier League, becoming the first Black official to take charge of a top-flight game in 15 years. The announcement comes as part of a concerted effort by the Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) to enhance diversity in top-tier refereeing. Allison’s pivotal moment is scheduled to unfold on […]
From the bustling streets of Olusosun to the pinnacle of African football, Victor Osimhen’s ascent reached new heights as he was crowned the African Player of the Year in a glittering ceremony in Marrakech, Morocco. Osimhen, the dynamic forward for Napoli and the Super Eagles, clinched this prestigious individual honor after a stellar season. Guiding Napoli to their first […]
Tyrod Taylor has etched his name into the annals of New York Giants and American Football history by becoming the first Black quarterback to lead the franchise to victory. This historic feat unfolded in the Giants’ matchup against the Washington Commanders, marking a watershed moment in the nearly century-long history of the NFL team. The NFL has seen its […]
