It is well known that Nigeria boasts one of the most vibrant sports betting market in the entire world, predicted to swell to a massive US$3.63 billion before the end of 2025. This explosion of activity is down to several factors: a deep cultural passion for football, a youthful population, and the pervasive spread of smartphones and affordable…

Sports betting in Ghana has grown fast in the last few years, with football been the main driver. From Accra to Kumasi and even smaller towns, you will see betting shops everywhere and many people also using apps on their phone with MTN MoMo or Vodafone Cash to place bets. But what many punters don’t always know is that betting in Ghana is…

Betting in Kenya has grown big over the years and now almost everything happens on mobile. From football betting to casino games, Kenyans mostly use betting apps and pay using M-Pesa. But with so many apps in the market, how do you know which one is trusted, safe and also pays out on time? This 2025 guide breaks it down in simple terms, with facts…

Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta has expressed his hope that Bukayo Saka will commit his future to the club with a new contract, following teammate William Saliba’s recently agreed five-year extension. Saliba's renewal, which Arsenal secured despite interest from Real Madrid, is expected to be officially announced next week. Saka’s current deal runs…

The Football Association (FA) announced on Friday an immediate safety review of perimeter walls and boundaries at football grounds within the National League system in response to the tragic death of former Arsenal youth player Billy Vigar. The 21-year-old striker died after sustaining a significant brain injury following a collision with a…

Harry Kane marked a historic milestone on Friday as he scored his 100th goal for Bayern Munich during their 4-0 Bundesliga victory over Werder Bremen at the Allianz Arena, becoming the fastest player to reach this landmark in Europe's top five leagues this century. Kane achieved the feat in just his 104th appearance for the German giants, beating…

Sports betting in Nigeria has come a long way in the last decade. What started as a few operators in cyber cafes has now grown into a massive industry with millions of punters, hundreds of platforms and a culture that is very much part of everyday football talk. By 2025, Nigerians are spoiled for choice with betting sites and apps competing to…

Former Arsenal academy forward Billy Vigar has died following a severe brain injury sustained during a non-league fixture for Chichester City, the club confirmed Thursday. The 21-year-old suffered the injury in a match against Wingate and Finchley, triggering emergency surgery and an induced coma, but passed away despite medical intervention.…

Robert Lewandowski is embracing a strategic role as an impact substitute this LaLiga season after sparking Barcelona’s 3-1 comeback victory against Real Oviedo on Thursday, a performance that underlines his importance in maintaining the squad’s long-term fitness and competitive edge. Lewandowski, 37, came off the bench at halftime when Barcelona…

The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) is poised to vote next week on suspending Israel’s football federation from international competitions amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza, sources familiar with the matter told The Associated Press. The expected decision by a majority of UEFA’s 20-member executive committee would bar both Israeli…