Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford is reportedly determined to move to Barcelona, despite interest from Arsenal, Tottenham, and Newcastle.

Despite the Super Eagles failing to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, numerous players of Nigerian descent will be participating in the tournament for other nations, highlighting the global Nigerian football diaspora.

A Reuters survey of economists predicts France to win the 2026 World Cup, with Brazil expected to be the biggest flop.

More than 150 young basketball players participated in the sixth edition of the Jordan Nwora Elite Basketball Camp in Lagos, which aims to provide opportunities for aspiring athletes.

DeWanna Bonner scored a season-high 19 points, and Natasha Mack added 16 to lead the short-handed Phoenix Mercury to a 78-72 victory over the Portland Fire.

Former national 400m hurdles champion Henry Amike has called for increased investment in athletics, athlete welfare, training, and competitions to restore Nigeria's competitiveness.

Nigerian midfielder Onuche Ogbelu has signed a three-year contract with Libyan club Al Ittihad after a permanent transfer from Tunisian champions ES Tunis.

The New York Knicks took a 2-0 lead in the NBA Finals after defeating the San Antonio Spurs 105-104. Jalen Brunson hit the go-ahead free throw with 9.5 seconds left.

The U.S. Men's National Team will play their final match before the FIFA World Cup 2026 against Germany in Chicago on June 6.

World Cup veteran and ESPN analyst Shaka Hislop provides a preview of the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament.

Portugal is preparing for a friendly against Chile as part of their build-up to the 2026 World Cup, with Matheus Nunes hoping to be available for a later match against Nigeria.

Tennessee head baseball coach Josh Elander announced the addition of Austin Knight as the Volunteers' pitching coach, noting Knight's successful track record in developing pitchers.

Iran's World Cup soccer team departed for their training base in Mexico, with some officials reportedly still awaiting U.S. visas. The team has accused the U.S. of 'vindictive behavior' regarding visa processing.

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni reported good progress on captain Lionel Messi's recovery from a hamstring injury, with a potential return in a warm-up match before the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership Super 6 is set to begin in Port Harcourt, with six teams, including defending champions Bayelsa Queens, competing for the title.

No. 7 national seed Alabama baseball will host St. John's for the 2026 NCAA Tuscaloosa Super Regional, aiming to secure a berth in the Men's College World Series.

Christianah Ogunsanya won bronze at the United World Wrestling (UWW) Ranking Series tournament in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, securing Nigeria's first medal at the event. She defeated Mongolia's Bayanmunkh on technical criteria.

Nigerian athletes Favour Ofili, Ezekiel Nathaniel, Rosemary Chukwuma, and Ella Onojuvwevwo are set to compete at the inaugural Lone Star Grand Prix in Texas.

Class of 2026 guard Ethan Butler has committed to Syracuse men's basketball, announcing his decision on Instagram.

Brighton & Hove Albion have reached an agreement with AIK for the transfer of Super Eagles invitee Zadok Yohanna, who is expected to be unveiled soon.

Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva, at 19, has become a Grand Slam champion by winning the French Open. She defeated Poland's Maja Chwalinska 6-3, 6-2 in the final, becoming the youngest women's singles champion at Roland-Garros since Iga Świątek in 2020 and the youngest in Paris since Monica Seles in 1992.

The Gombe Emir's Cup 2026, a grassroots football competition in Northern Nigeria, is highly regarded for promoting unity, youth development, and sporting excellence.

The Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) has released a preparation schedule for its U18 Boys' and Girls' National Teams for the 2026 FIBA Africa U18 Championships, including local tryouts starting June 6-7.

Pittsburg State University head women's soccer coach Wes Branstetter announced the addition of eight student-athletes for the upcoming 2026 season.

The Okpekpe 10km road race, which has become a global athletics hub, is celebrated for its development and leadership in promoting athletics in Nigeria.

The NBBF has unveiled a detailed preparation schedule for the U18 Boys' and Girls' National Teams for the 2026 FIBA U18 Africa Championships, including tryouts starting June 6 and 7.

England and Scotland are scheduled to play friendly matches in the United States as part of their preparations for the 2026 World Cup.

The high altitude in Mexico City and Guadalajara presents a significant environmental challenge for teams competing in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, potentially affecting player performance.

Nigeria's Super Falcons began their WAFCON 2026 preparations with a 2-1 victory over Senegal in Ikenne. Asisat Oshoala scored from the penalty spot, and Toni Payne doubled the lead before Senegal pulled one back.