Former Falconets striker Flourish Sabastine has signed a three-year contract with Portuguese champions Benfica, joining two other Nigerian stars. Read More: https://punchng.com/ex-falconets-striker-sabastine-joins-benfica/

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SportsAug 5, 2026 · 1 min

Tinubu vows to strengthen sports after Commonwealth outing

President Tinubu pledges to boost sports development and create opportunities for Nigerian athletes after their impressive 2026 Commonwealth Games performa Read More…

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Onyedika banks on Okocha’s Frankfurt legacy

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SportsAug 5, 2026 · 1 min

Onyedika banks on Okocha’s Frankfurt legacy

New Eintracht Frankfurt midfielder Raphael Onyedika hopes to emulate Nigerian legend Jay-Jay Okocha’s success as he begins his Bundesliga journey. Read More: https://punchng.com/onyedika-banks-on-okochas-frankfurt-legacy/

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NRL club claims player Keith Titmuss contributed to training death

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SportsAug 5, 2026 · 1 min

NRL club claims player Keith Titmuss contributed to training death

Manly Warringah Sea Eagles respond to a lawsuit from the family of a player who died at preseason training saying he was negligent in his own death by not revealing he was out of shape.

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Million-dollar 1 Point Slam set for return at Australian Open in 2027

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SportsAug 5, 2026 · 1 min

Million-dollar 1 Point Slam set for return at Australian Open in 2027

MELBOURNE, Australia — The million-dollar 1 Point Slam is returning to the first Grand Slam tennis tournament of 2027. Australian Open organizers announced Wednesday that the crowd favorite from last January would again be offering a top…

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Four Ugandan boxers missing after Commonwealth Games

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SportsAug 5, 2026 · 1 min

Four Ugandan boxers missing after Commonwealth Games

Four Ugandan boxers have gone missing after the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, intending to seek asylum for better career opportunities. Read more here. Read More: https://punchng.com/four-ugandan-boxers-missing-after-commonwealth-games/

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MLS named LAFC co-owner Larry Berg as its next commissioner. Here's what to know

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SportsAug 5, 2026 · 1 min

MLS named LAFC co-owner Larry Berg as its next commissioner. Here's what to know

For their commissioner of the future, MLS owners chose a soccer native. Berg's team is seen as one of MLS's best-run franchises, and he has embraced rule changes designed to modernize the league. (Image credit: Richard Drew)

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Arokodare ready for Conference League task

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SportsAug 5, 2026 · 1 min

Arokodare ready for Conference League task

Super Eagles forward Tolu Arokodare is now eligible to play for Ajax in their UEFA Conference League qualifier against Shelbourne after registration issues Read More: https://punchng.com/arokodare-ready-for-conference-league-task/

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Falcons will control WAFCON destiny, says Madugu

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SportsAug 5, 2026 · 1 min

Falcons will control WAFCON destiny, says Madugu

Super Falcons coach Justine Madugu is confident the team will control their WAFCON destiny against Egypt, aiming for an 11th continental crown. Read More: https://punchng.com/falcons-will-control-wafcon-destiny-says-madugu/

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Skubal takes loss despite effective Dodgers debut

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SportsAug 5, 2026 · 1 min

Skubal takes loss despite effective Dodgers debut

Tarik Skubal pitched six effective innings against the Cubs in his Dodgers debut but still ended up taking the loss after a 5-1 win for Chicago.

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'List of doom' outlines birds facing extinction if deadly flu spreads

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SportsAug 5, 2026 · 1 min

'List of doom' outlines birds facing extinction if deadly flu spreads

A list of thousands of Australian species have been ranked by threat level as the deadly H5 bird flu spreads.

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