Football

Hinata Miyazawa scored twice and set up another as Japan stunned Spain 4-0 at the Women’s World Cup on Monday to set up a clash with Norway in the knockout …

Coach Randy Waldrum said his Nigeria team had been “underestimated and underappreciated” as they strive to seal their place in the Women’s World Cup last 16 on Monday. Nigeria drew …

Nouhaila Benzina became the first player to wear a hijab during a Women’s World Cup game when she sported the Muslim headscarf in Morocco’s match against South Korea on Sunday. …

Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey has signed for English side Fulham, the club confirmed on Friday evening. “The Club is delighted to confirm the signing of Calvin Bassey from Ajax …

Italian giants AC Milan have signed Nigeria’s Samuel Chukwueze from Villarreal. “AC Milan is delighted to announce the signing of Samuel Chimerenka Chukwueze from Villarreal CF,” the club wrote in …

Idah Peterside, a former Super Eagles goalkeeper, praised the Super Falcons for their victory over Australia in the Women’s World Cup on Thursday, saying that the team’s performance shocked Nigerians. …

England midfielder Jordan Henderson has left Liverpool to join Saudi Pro League outfit Al-Ettifaq. Henderson decided to accept a lucrative offer from the Saudi side to work under Reds legend …

Manchester City legend David Silva has officially announced his retirement from football after recently suffering a serious knee injury. The 37-year-old was on the books at LaLiga side Real Sociedad …

Nigeria Super Falcons came from behind to beat Australia and leave the co-hosts facing a battle to qualify for the last 16 of the Fifa Women’s World Cup. Australia scored …

Kylian Mbappe has rejected talks with Al Hilal over a possible move to Saudi Arabia, with PSG fearing the France international is planning to join Real Madrid on a free …