The quote “It is time for Africa” captured the feelings of most Nigerians and indeed Africans during the just concluded football fiesta FlFA World Cup 2022 held in Qatar, a tiny gulf country in the Arab world from 20th November…
Spain World Cup winner Sergio Busquets announces his retirement from international football
World Cup winner Sergio Busquets has confirmed his retirement from international football following Spain’s shock last-16 elimination in Qatar. Busquets captained Spain at the World Cup and was one of three players to miss a penalty as Luis Enrique’s side…
Nigeria’s envoy to Spain, Demola Seriki, dies at 63
Nigeria’s ambassador to Spain, Demola Seriki, is dead. The Lagos politician was said to have died in Madrid, Spain. He was aged 63. His death was announced in a notice signed by his children on Thursday. The notice said that…
Spain announce Under 21 boss Luis de la Fuente as their new manager
Spain have confirmed that former U21 coach Luis de la Fuente will succeed Luis Enrique as national team manager. Enrique was dismissed of his role as Spain boss on Thursday morning after the national side’s terrible World Cup campaign saw…
Spain axe manager Luis Enrique over their shock World Cup exit
Luis Enrique has been sacked by Spain after the country crashed out of the World Cup with a shock last-16 defeat to Morocco. The Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) confirmed the news in a post on their social media account…
Spanish train collision outside Barcelona injures scores
At least 155 people have been injured after two trains collided on the outskirts of Barcelona, emergency services have said. The crash, which occurred around 07:50 (06:50 GMT), took place at a station in Spain’s north-eastern Catalonia region. Local media…
US lose FIBA rankings’ top spot after 12 years, Spain take over
US men’s basketball team have been knocked off the top of the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) world rankings for the first time in over 12 years, with Spain taking over. Spain, who have enjoyed success in recent years including winning…
COP27: Spain, Switzerland announce €10m to AfDB’s urban, municipal devt fund
The Swiss Confederation and Spain, have announced additional financial support of 10 million Euros to African countries and cities affected by the negative effects of climate change. In a statement issued by the Communication and External Relations Department of the…
Liverpool star snubbed as Luis Enrique reveals Spain’s 26-man World Cup squad
Liverpool midfielder Thiago will not be going to the World Cup with Spain. The 31-year-old has not been included in La Roja’s squad for the tournament in Qatar. Manager Luis Enrique has instead opted for Sergio Busquets, Rodri, Gavi, Pedri,…
Barcelona legend Gerard Piqué announces retirement aged 35
Barcelona defender Gerard Piqué has announced he will retire and that this Saturday’s game against Almería at the Camp Nou will be his last. The 35-year-old Spaniard, who won the World Cup in 2010 and the Champions League on three…
