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A controversial revamp of the Davis Cup format has been voted through at the International Tennis Federation's AGM. In November next year the competition will see 18 nations compete in a week-long, round-robin tournament. The overhaul…

Lionel Messi's brother has been sentenced for possessing an illegal firearm. The Barcelona star's sibling, Matias, received a two-and-a-half year prison sentence on Thursday but instead of going to jail, he will undertake community…

World Soccer Ruling body FIFA has rejected outright Nigeria's request for reconciliation cum normalisation meeting in Zurich.  Sportinglife.ng gathered that last minute effort being made by Nigeria Football Federation and the Ministry of…

Things are certainly looking up for Nigerian players after the world cup in Russia, crashing out in the first round notwithstanding. Super Eagles defender William Troost-Ekong has agreed terms with Italian Seria A side Udinese .…

Confederation cup campaigners Enyimba are doubling efforts in training in preparation for Sunday's clash against Malian side Djoliba in Bamako. The two time Champions league winners occupy the third position in Group C with six points…

Vice President Prof Yemi Osinbajo has waded into the unending crisis of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) The Acting President Sportinglife.ng gathered is set to hold a meeting with the Amaju Pinnick led-board this week. A planned…

The Technical Director of the Rugby Federation, Ntiense Williams has predicted that the Black Stallions will emerge the team to beat in the game in the near future not only in the continent but beyond. He made the submission just as the…

Cameroon international Samuel Eto'o has signed for Qatari side Qatar Sports Club, the 13th club he will be playing for in his long soccer career spanning over 26 years The former Barcelona, Inter Milan and Chelsea striker is set to be…

Nollywood  star Genevieve Nnaji hit cloud 9 Monday after the Falconets pulled a hard fought draw against China to book a place in quarterfinals of the ongoing FIFA under 20 world cup in France.  The Member of the Federal Republic…

France international and former Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane certainly needs no introduction when it comes to the round leather game. "Zizou" as he is popularly called in football circles has been enjoying quality time with his…