Imane Khelif wins Olympic boxing gold medal amid gender controversy
Algerian boxer Imane Khelif defeated Chinese opponent Yang Liu in the 66kg gold medal bout at the Paris Summer Olympics on Friday. Khelif received a warm welcome from the crowd as she entered the ring at Roland Garros Stadium for her fourth bout of the Games. Algerian flags were seen waving all around the arena. […]
Spain beats France 5-3 to clinch Men’s Soccer Olympic Gold for the First Time in 32 Years
In an electrifying finale at the 2024 Paris Games, Spain triumphed over France 5-3 in extra time, securing their first Olympic gold medal in men’s soccer in 32 years. France initially took the lead with Enzo Millot’s goal in the 11th minute, but Spain swiftly responded with a trio of goals in just ten minutes, […]
Oladips accuses Wizkid of intellectual theft in a music verse with Asake
Nigerian rapper Oladips has accused Wizkid of intellectual theft, claiming that Wizkid’s verse on Asake’s song “MMS” contains similarities to his own lyrics from his 2022 single “Ajala Traveller”. Oladips shared screenshots comparing the two, highlighting the resemblance between his line “I had to lose myself to find my purpose” and Wizkid’s line “Lost Myself, […]
Blueface Reportedly Sentenced To 4 Years In Prison
Blueface has been behind bars since January when he turned himself in for an alleged probation violation. Today, he was scheduled to appear in court for a sentencing hearing, where he’d finally learn his fate. The hearing was originally expected to take place late last month but was ultimately delayed, leaving the rapper’s fans and […]
Tottenham Hotspur Agrees to £65m Deal with Bournemouth for Striker Dominic Solanke
Tottenham have agreed a £65m deal with Bournemouth for striker Dominic Solanke. Tottenham have agreed a £65m deal with Bournemouth for striker Dominic Solanke. The deal will see Spurs pay an initial £55m with £10m possible to follow in bonuses. Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou has targeted centre-forward depth this summer. Sky Sports News understands 26-year-old […]
Chelsea agrees €60m deal for Pedro Neto from Wolves
Chelsea are set to sign Pedro Neto from Wolverhampton Wanderers. The Blues have had a summer of tumult and transfers, with preseason not exactly going according to plan. Enzo Maresca’s side have been beaten heavily in friendlies to the likes of Celtic and Manchester City, while heavy spending in the market has continued. Conor Gallagher […]
England Football Association Appoints Lee Carsley as Interim Manager
Following Gareth Southgate’s departure after the Euro 2024 final loss to Spain, Lee Carsley has been named interim manager of the England men’s football team. Carsley, familiar with the players and international football cycle, aims to ensure continuity and secure promotion in the UEFA Nations League. Carsley stated, “It’s an honour to lead this England […]
Travis Scott Arrested in Paris After Physical Altercation with Bodyguard
Rapper Travis Scott has been arrested in Paris after fighting with his bodyguard, according to French authorities. The 33-year-old US star is alleged to have attacked a security guard who attempted to break up the two men at the five-star George V hotel on Friday morning. French prosecutors told the Reuters and AFP news agencies […]
Team Nigeria Disqualified From Men’s 4x400m Final at Olympics 2024
Nigeria has been disqualified for 4x400m men’s relay team for the final at the Paris Olympic Games. The quartet of Emmanuel Ojeli, Ezekiel Nathaniel, Dubem Amene and Chidi Okezie finished heat 2 with a Season’s Best time of 2 minutes 59.81 seconds. France won the race in 2 minutes 59.53 seconds with Belgium taking the […]
Botswana’s Tebogo makes history as first African to win Gold Medal for 200m in history of Olympics
Botswana has declared a half-day public holiday to honour Letsile Tebogo, who made history as the first athlete from Botswana to win a gold medal at the Olympics In a press release dated August 9, 2024, and signed by the Permanent Secretary to the President, Emmah A. Peloetletse, the President announced that all citizens and […]