Our Reporter - SportsDay Newspaper https://sportsdayonline.com Africa's Elite Sports Daily Sun, 28 Jun 2026 21:32:28 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://i0.wp.com/sportsdayonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/cropped-SportsDay-icon.jpg?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Our Reporter - SportsDay Newspaper https://sportsdayonline.com 32 32 86240109 Canada stun South Africa to reach historic World Cup last 16 https://sportsdayonline.com/canada-stun-south-africa-to-reach-historic-world-cup-last-16/ Sun, 28 Jun 2026 21:32:28 +0000 https://sportsdayonline.com/?p=150235 Stephen Eustaquio scored a dramatic winner in the second minute of injury time as co-hosts Canada defeated South Africa to move into the last 16 of the World Cup for the first time. In a scrappy game short of clear-cut chances, and with extra time looming, Eustaquio provided a rare moment of quality with a […]

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]]> 150235 Amusan storms to Paris Diamond League victory https://sportsdayonline.com/amusan-storms-to-paris-diamond-league-victory/ Sun, 28 Jun 2026 19:31:19 +0000 https://sportsdayonline.com/?p=150230 …Victory signals return to best form ahead of Commonwealth Games World record holder Tobi Amusan continued her impressive return to form by producing a commanding display at the Paris Diamond League, where she first qualified for the final by winning the opening heat of the women’s 100m hurdles in 12.39 seconds (+0.4m/s). Amusan looked comfortable […]

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]]> 150230 National Trials offer glimpse of what to expect in Glasgow https://sportsdayonline.com/national-trials-offer-glimpse-of-what-to-expect-in-glasgow/ Sun, 28 Jun 2026 19:09:21 +0000 https://sportsdayonline.com/?p=150222 Head Coach of Team Nigeria Athletics, Solomon Aliyu, says the impressive performances witnessed at the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) Commonwealth Games Trials are only a preview of what Nigerians should expect from the country’s athletes at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Aliyu a former police officer, expressed confidence that Team Nigeria will raise its […]

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]]> 150222 NBBF Lauds Okorie, Oyenso, and other Nigerian Stars following 2026 NBA Draft Success https://sportsdayonline.com/nbbf-lauds-okorie-oyenso-and-other-nigerian-stars-following-2026-nba-draft-success/ Sat, 27 Jun 2026 15:14:34 +0000 https://sportsdayonline.com/?p=150217 The Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) extends its heartfelt congratulations to the exceptional Nigerian talents selected in the 2026 NBA Draft, marking another historic milestone for Nigerian basketball and further reinforcing the country’s growing influence on the global game. The Federation proudly celebrates the achievements of:• Ebuka Okorie – 17th Overall Pick (Oklahoma City Thunder, subsequently […]

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]]> 150217 Bet9ja Foundation Ex-Internationals Cup: Nieketien Edge Udeze, Babington Overcome Dominic, Alloy Stun Oloyede https://sportsdayonline.com/bet9ja-foundation-ex-internationals-cup-nieketien-edge-udeze-babington-overcome-dominic-alloy-stun-oloyede/ Fri, 26 Jun 2026 19:43:45 +0000 https://sportsdayonline.com/?p=150200 The Round of 16 for the 2026 Bet9ja Foundation Ex-Internationals Cup has concluded in Lagos, finalizing the quarter-finalists after a matchday characterized by tactical discipline, thrilling moments, and a crucial penalty shootout. At Gospel City, FC Okpara progressed with a 0-0 draw against FC Elahor. The match featured limited clear scoring chances as both teams […]

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]]> 150200 NAGAFF National President Ezisi Bestowed With Pro- Wrestling Africa Grand Patron Award https://sportsdayonline.com/nagaff-national-president-ezisi-bestowed-with-pro-wrestling-africa-grand-patron-award/ Fri, 26 Jun 2026 19:33:42 +0000 https://sportsdayonline.com/?p=150194 ..Pledges Support To Professional Wrestling President of National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders ( NAGAFF), High Chief Tochukwu Ezisi Thursday, added another feather to his cap, when he was bestowed with the award of grand patron by Pro-Wrestling Africa, the body saddled with the development of professional wrestling in the African continent. The impressive […]

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]]> 150194 Samuel Ogazi turns professional after record-breaking NCAA career https://sportsdayonline.com/samuel-ogazi-turns-professional-after-record-breaking-ncaa-career/ Fri, 26 Jun 2026 19:24:03 +0000 https://sportsdayonline.com/?p=150189 …Athletics Station Hails Bold Career Move Nigeria’s sprint sensation, Samuel Ogazi, has officially announced his decision to turn professional, bringing the curtain down on a remarkable collegiate career with the University of Alabama that established him as one of the greatest 400m runners in NCAA history. The quarter-miler who turned 20 last month, elected to […]

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]]> 150189 Choosing athletics over football was the best decision of my life – Patience Okon George https://sportsdayonline.com/choosing-athletics-over-football-was-the-best-decision-of-my-life-patience-okon-george/ Fri, 26 Jun 2026 19:10:27 +0000 https://sportsdayonline.com/?p=150183 Nigeria’s 400m queen, Patience Okon George, has revealed that choosing athletics over football remains the greatest decision she has ever made, despite initially dreaming of a career on the football pitch. In an interview on the sidelines of the AFN Commonwealth Games Trials, the 34 year old multiple-time African champion reflected on the difficult choices […]

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]]> 150183 SSA Adeboye hails Yetunde Olopade as driving force behind Nigeria’s sports marketing https://sportsdayonline.com/ssa-adeboye-hails-yetunde-olopade-as-driving-force-behind-nigerias-sports-marketing/ Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:59:34 +0000 https://sportsdayonline.com/?p=150180 The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeyinka Anthony Adeboye, has extended warm birthday felicitations to the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Nilayo Sports Management Limited, Mrs. Yetunde Olopade, describing her as one of the leading figures whose vision, innovation, and commitment have transformed the business of sports […]

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]]> 150180 FirstBank/Samuel Okwaraji Foundation U-16 schools championship kicks off nationwide https://sportsdayonline.com/firstbank-samuel-okwaraji-foundation-u-16-schools-championship-kicks-off-nationwide/ Thu, 25 Jun 2026 19:39:44 +0000 https://sportsdayonline.com/?p=150176 The 2026 edition of the FirstBank/Samuel Okwaraji Foundation Under-16 National All Secondary Schools Championship is set to begin across Nigeria, rekindling excitement among secondary school students and football enthusiasts nationwide. The championship, organised by the Samuel Okwaraji Foundation in collaboration with the Nigeria Football Federation and the Nigeria School Sports Federation, is sponsored by First […]

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