Category: Football

WAFCON 2026: CAF Leaves Lackluster Super Falcons Out of Tournament’s Best XI

August 22, 2026August 22, 2026 Rextun boss No Comments

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has unveiled its Best XI for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), with the Super Falcons of Nigeria conspicuously absent from the prestigious selection. Nigeria entered the tournament as defending champions and one of the leading contenders for the continental title. However, their campaign ended earlier than…

Football, WAFCON, Women Football

Arsenal Begin Title Defence in Style as Gunners Sweep Coventry Aside 3-0

August 22, 2026August 22, 2026 Rextun boss No Comments

Arsenal made a commanding start to their Premier League title defence on Friday night, cruising to a convincing 3-0 victory over newly promoted Coventry City at the Emirates Stadium. The champions controlled the contest for long periods and immediately signalled their ambition to retain the crown. Mikel Arteta’s side needed only 15 minutes to break…

EPL, Football

Arsenal Dominate Manchester City 3-0 to Lift Community Shield in Cardiff

August 16, 2026August 16, 2026 Rextun boss No Comments

Arsenal have made a powerful statement ahead of the new season after dismantling Manchester City 3-0 to win the 2026 FA Community Shield at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff on Sunday. The emphatic victory gave Mikel Arteta’s Premier League champions an early piece of silverware and a psychological boost before the 2026/27 campaign. The Gunners…

Football

Heartbreak in Casablanca: South Africa End Super Falcons’ Historic World Cup Run

August 14, 2026August 14, 2026 Rextun boss No Comments

Nigeria’s Super Falcons have been eliminated from the race for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup after suffering a 2-1 defeat to South Africa in a decisive qualification play-off in Casablanca, Morocco, on Thursday. The loss marks a historic setback for Nigeria, which had previously qualified for every edition of the FIFA Women’s World Cup…

Football, Women Football

Dortmund Stun Arsenal 3-2 to Lift Emirates Cup in Thrilling Emirates Clash

August 10, 2026August 10, 2026 Rextun boss No Comments

Borussia Dortmund defeated Arsenal 3-2 at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday to win the 2026 Emirates Cup, leaving the Premier League champions still waiting to claim the pre-season trophy. The result also handed Mikel Arteta’s side consecutive defeats in their latest preparations for the new campaign. Dortmund made the brighter start and took the lead…

Football

Arsenal Seal £75m Bruno Guimarães Deal as Newcastle Captain Heads for Medical

August 5, 2026August 5, 2026 Rextun boss No Comments

Arsenal have reached an agreement with Newcastle United to sign Brazilian midfielder and Newcastle captain Bruno Guimarães for a guaranteed fee of £75 million, bringing a prolonged transfer saga involving the Premier League champions to a decisive stage. The agreement was reached after weeks of negotiations between the two clubs, with Arsenal eventually finding a…

EPL, Football

WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons Hit by Double Blow Ahead of Egypt Showdown

August 2, 2026August 2, 2026 Rextun boss No Comments

Nigeria’s Super Falcons have suffered a major setback ahead of their crucial WAFCON 2026 clash with Egypt, with CAF suspending defender Oluwatosin Demehin and midfielder Jennifer Echegini. The two players will sit out Wednesday’s Group C encounter after picking up disciplinary sanctions during Nigeria’s 1–0 victory over Zambia in Rabat. Demehin was sent off in…

Football, WAFCON

NFF Reschedules 2026 Elective Congress, Sets September 27 for Lafia Poll

July 30, 2026July 30, 2026 Rextun boss No Comments

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has rescheduled its 2026 Elective Congress by 24 hours, with the election now fixed for Sunday, September 27, in Lafia, Nasarawa State. The exercise was originally scheduled for Saturday, September 26, but the federation approved the change following concerns over a clash with the Super Eagles’ opening qualifying fixture for…

Football

Panic in Anambra as Three-Storey Student Lodge Collapses, Occupants Feared Trapped

July 27, 2026July 27, 2026 Rextun boss No Comments

Panic has gripped the Oko community in Orumba North Local Government Area of Anambra State following the collapse of a three-storey building reportedly used as a student hostel. The incident occurred late Sunday night at Amokpala, Oko, with the building identified as Elite Five Star Lodge. Reports indicate that several people, predominantly students, may have…

Football

Arsenal Consider Defensive Reinforcements as Saliba Injury Forces Arteta to Reassess Plans

July 23, 2026July 23, 2026 Rextun boss No Comments

Arsenal are reportedly reviewing their defensive options in the transfer market after William Saliba was ruled out for an extended period with a back injury, raising concerns over the club’s defensive depth ahead of the new Premier League season. According to reports, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is considering a move for one of two experienced…

EPL, Football, Player Transfers

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Kikma on Top 10 Hidden Gems in Ibadan You Need to Visit in 2025July 1, 2025
Ibadan is truly a hidden gem with so much to offer. From the serene Agodi Gardens to the breathtaking views…