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Victor Osimhen found himself at the center of an unexpected financial issue in Turkey after receiving an official legal warning over unpaid income taxes, Soccernet.ng understands. The Super Eagles forward, who is preparing for the new season, could have landed in a big bank trouble but his club Galatasaray reportedly stepped in and resolved the matter immediately.According to reports from Turkey’s Milliyet, a local bank issued an ihtarname, a formal legal warning notice, to the Nigeria international after taxes linked to his earnings had not been paid. The notice was sent directly to Osimhen despite the Nigerian star not being…

The 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations kicks off in Morocco on Sunday (today), with 16 teams battling for continental glory and qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil. The opening match will see Algeria face Senegal at the Rabat Olympic Stadium, while hosts Morocco take on Kenya later in the day. Here are the key things to know ahead of the tournament: Algeria, Senegal open the tournament Algeria and Senegal will meet for the first time in WAFCON history in Sunday’s opening fixture. While their men’s teams have a long-standing rivalry, including the 2019 Africa Cup…

Super Eagles midfielder Alhassan Yusuf delivered an impressive performance as New England Revolution returned to winning ways with a convincing 4-1 victory over Atlanta United on Sunday, Soccernet.ng reports. The Revolution were held to a goalless draw by Toronto FC in their previous outing, which was their first game after the MLS resumed following the break for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. They responded in style against Atlanta, with Carles Gil, Dor Turgeman, Peyton Miller and Brooklyn Raines getting on the scoresheet for the hosts. Former Newcastle United midfielder Miguel Almiron scored a late consolation goal for the visitors. Alhassan Yusuf of…

Arsenal are expected to increase their offer for Newcastle United midfielder Bruno Guimarães as they step up efforts to secure the Brazilian’s signature this summer. As reported by football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano on X on Sunday, the Gunners are set to reopen club-to-club talks with Newcastle next week after an initial proposal of around £70 million failed to make a breakthrough. “Arsenal set for new club to club contacts next week for Bruno Guimarães deal. “Personal terms in place and new approach with Newcastle anticipated to proceed + £70m proposal expected to be improved. “Deal depends on Newcastle United’s…

Ethereum price prediction has turned more cautious after the Verus Ethereum bridge suffered a $7.5 million exploit, raising fresh security concerns across the ecosystem. The attack did not compromise Ethereum itself. It targeted the bridge’s off-chain infrastructure instead. According to security reports, the attacker exploited weaknesses in the Verus Ethereum bridge and drained roughly $7.54 million in assets. The breach affected the bridge’s infrastructure rather than Ethereum’s base layer. The incident renewed concerns over the risks tied to cross-chain protocols, even though Ethereum’s core network remained secure. ALERT: Verus Ethereum Bridge exploited AGAIN for another $7.53 million.Blockaid reports the attacker…

At the renovated Sabon Tasha Primary Healthcare Centre in Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State, upgraded facilities and wards, better-staffed clinics, and a renewed culture of patient-centred care are restoring public confidence in the primary healthcare system, drawing more pregnant women to antenatal care, skilled birth attendance, facility-based deliveries and family planning services, while boosting routine immunisation among babies. DEBORAH TOLU-KOLAWOLE reports Twenty-four-year-old Maryam Ibrahim still remembers the sleepless nights she spent worrying about how her labour would go. As a first-time mother, she was terrified by the several stories she heard from neighbours about labour pain, and the…

Saudi Pro League giants Al-Ittihad have shifted their attention to Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi after failing to make progress in their pursuit of Raphael Onyedika, Soccernet.ng reports. The Saudi champions have been searching for a replacement for Brazilian midfielder Fabinho, who left the club at the expiration of his contract at the end of last season. Onyedika had emerged as one of Al-Ittihad’s priority targets following another impressive campaign with Belgian side Club Brugge, but the deal never progressed after initial talks were held. Raphael Onyedika and Bruno Onyemaechi. Photo by Segun OgunfeyitimixImago Get Our Sports News First – Join…

Super Eagles defender Felix Agu marked his long-awaited return from injury as Werder Bremen recorded a two-nil victory over VfL Bochum in a pre-season friendly at the Parkstadion in Zell am Ziller on Saturday, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The Nigeria international was named in Werder Bremen’s starting line-up for the training camp fixture, making his first appearance after recently recovering from muscular problems that had kept him out of action during the club’s pre-season preparations, having trained individually in the days leading up to the match before being declared fit to feature. Erevbenagie broke the deadlock in the 42nd minute…

Premier League side Crystal Palace have entered the race to sign Chibuike Nwaiwu, setting up a transfer battle with fellow English club Fulham for the signature of the Super Eagles defender, Soccernet.ng reports. Fulham have been working on a deal for the 23-year-old throughout the summer and have already seen two bids rejected by Turkish club Trabzonspor. Trabzonspor are reportedly holding out for between €30 million and €35 million, a fee that would make Nwaiwu the most expensive outgoing transfer in Turkish football history. Despite the high asking price, Fulham stepped up their pursuit following the departure of Moroccan defender Issa Diop to Ipswich Town. The Cottagers have…

Super Falcons forward Esther Okoronkwo has alleged that $700 was stolen from her wallet while Nigeria’s squad were preparing for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Casablanca, Morocco, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The AFC Toronto forward made the allegation in a series of posts on her Snapchat account, claiming that several of her teammates also had money stolen from their wallets while they were away from their rooms at the Marriott Hotel in Casablanca. Okoronkwo initially said $500 had been taken from her wallet before later correcting the amount after recounting her money. “This hotel Marriott in Casablanca…