Here is New Telegraph’s weekly Sports news roundup of the top 15 latest Nigerian news making headlines from Monday, September 2 to Saturday, September 7, 2024.
Ronaldo Becomes First Player To Score 900 Goals
Cristiano Ronaldo on Thursday became the first player in history to score 900 goals in official matches, reaching his latest milestone in Portugal’s UEFA Nations League match against Croatia in Lisbon.
Ronaldo secured the historic goal with a volley from 6 yards…Read more
Galatasaray Unveil Osimhen
Turkish Super Lig powerhouse, Galatasaray, has officially announced the signing of Nigerian forward, Victor Osimhen, on a season-long loan from Serie A champions SSC Napoli.
The club unveiled the Super Eagles striker with a captivating…Read more
Osimhen Hits Camp Ahead Of AFCON Qualifiers
Super Eagles star, Victor Osimhen, has arrived in Nigeria ahead of the crucial Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda.
The 25-year-old forward touched down in the early hours…Read more
Ballon D’Or 2024: Organizers Roll Out Full List Of Nominees
The nominees for the 2024 Ballon d’Or have been revealed in a tweet by the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA), on Wednesday.
The award aims to recognise footballers for their impressive…Read more
Top Players Who Failed To Get Transfers They Need
The 2024 summer window was another huge one, but not all the players who needed a move did get one.
The bygone transfer period was dominated by some huge sagas…Read more
Paralympics: Onyinyechi Mark Wins Nigeria’s First Gold Medal
Nigeria’s Onyinyechi Mark has given the country its first gold medal in the competition.
New Telegraph reports that Onyinyechi shattered the Paralympic…Read more
Carabao Cup: Match Schedules For Arsenal, Man Utd, Chelsea, Others
The Carabao Cup third-round fixture has finally been confirmed.
The upcoming matches will take place between September 17 and September 25…Read more
AFCON 2025 Qualifier: Benin Republic Can’t Beat S’Eagles Again – Ndidi
Wilfred Ndidi has promised that the Super Eagles will make amends for their previous defeat to the Cheetahs of Benin Republic.
Benin Republic defeated the Super Eagles 2-1 the last time both…Read more
Olympian Sets Ablaze By Ex-Boyfriend Dies
Olympic athlete Rebecca Cheptegei has died days after being doused in petrol and set on fire by a former boyfriend.
The 33-year-old Ugandan marathon runner, who competed…Read more
Stephen Keshi Stadium Ready for National Youth Games
After months of preparation, Delta State government says it is fully set to host the 8th National Youth Games.
Delta State hosted the 7th edition of the Youth Games…Read more
Paris Paralympics: Nworgu Wins Silver, Sets New Record For Nigeria
Nigeria won her first silver medal at the ongoing Paralympic with Esther Nworgu putting up a stunning performance in powerlifting that earned her a well-deserved silver medal and a place in history.
Competing at the highest level, Nworgu lifted an incredible…Read more
FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup: S’Eagles’ Stars Urge Falconets To Go All Out For Title
Super Eagles’ players currently in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, preparing for the Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against the Cheetahs of Benin Republic have thrown their weight behind Nigeria’s women’s U-20 team, The Falconets as they play their second game of the ongoing FIFA U-20 Women World Cup in Colombia.
According to an interview on AdemolaVictorTv, the players applauded…Read more
Leicester Face Another Points Deduction Battle
Leicester could face another PSR charge after winning their appeal over alleged breaches of the Premier League’s rules. The Foxes faced charges of breaking Premier League Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) relating to the three years ending with the 2022- 23 campaign…Read more
NPFL Clears Air On Beyond Limits Football Academy
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL)board has addressed the controversy surrounding Beyond Limits Football Academy’s promotion to the top flight, stating that no financial transaction was involved in the decision to award the slot to Heartland FC instead.
Beyond Limits Football Academy won the NNL in June…Read more
SportyBet Becomes ‘Official Betting Partner’ Of LALIGA In Africa
SportyBet and LALIGA are thrilled to announce a landmark multi-year partnership by which SportyBet becomes the new “Official Betting Partner” of LALIGA across Africa.
Effective this season, this groundbreaking…Read more
Paralympics: Tinubu Commends Bolaji For Courage To Secure Nigeria’s First Medal
President Bola Tinubu has commended Ms Mariam. Bolaji for her courage and resilience, which she demonstrated against all odds to secure Nigeria’s first medal at the Paralympic Games.
In a release by his spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, the President congratulated…Read more