Annie Kilner, wife of Manchester City defender Kyle Walker, has reportedly halted their divorce proceedings as Walker considers a potential move to Saudi Arabia. Sources suggest the 34-year-old footballer could secure a lucrative £400,000-a-week deal, drawing interest from clubs like Al Nassr, where Cristiano Ronaldo is captain. Last year, Annie sought legal advice regarding…
Former Real Madrid star Roberto Carlos is said to be staying at the club’s training facility, Real Madrid Sports City in Valdebebas, following his divorce from Mariana Luccon. The couple, who married in 2009, are now embroiled in a legal battle over Carlos’ vast fortune, reportedly valued at £133 million, Goal reports. While Carlos resides…
The Executive Committee of the Nigeria Football Federation has endorsed the recommendation of its Technical and Development Sub-Committee for the appointment of Mr. Éric Sékou Chelle as Head Coach of Nigeria’s senior men national football team, Super Eagles. At its meeting held in Abuja on Thursday, 2nd January 2025, the NFF Technical and Development Sub-Committee…
Former Brazil international Hulk has tied the knot with Camila Angelo, his ex-wife’s niece, in a religious ceremony on Friday. The couple had already formalised their union in a civil ceremony in 2020. Reflecting on the occasion, Hulk expressed his joy on Instagram, writing, “Before God and the promises of our love, we unite in…
GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that Super Eagles goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali is bereaved, yet again. Nwabali had in November 2024 announced the passing of his father, and barely two months later, he has announced that his mother is also no more. A devastated Nwabali took to social media to announce the sad development writing, “A very…
Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has addressed a recent social media frenzy, clarifying the circumstances surrounding a widely-circulated video. The footage, which appeared to show Rooney allowing a mysterious woman into his apartment, sparked tabloid speculation about his personal life. Since taking the coaching job at Plymouth, Rooney has been residing separately from his family,…
The Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has announced plans by his administration to construct a brand new Anthony Joshua Indoor Boxing Ring in the state. Abiodun also announced that the two-time former world heavyweight boxing champion would be lighting the Gateway Games National Sports Festival torch, which has been postponed till May next year. The…
Nigeria’s home-based Super Eagles have secured their place in the 2025 African Nations Championship after a commanding 3-1 victory over Ghana’s Black Galaxies at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo on Saturday. Following a goalless draw in the first leg in Accra, the Eagles B dominated the return fixture with three first-half goals. Remo Stars…
The National Sports Festival, tagged “Gateway Games, Ogun 2024,” has again been postponed. The festival, earlier earlier scheduled for January 12 -28, 2025, will now hold between May 16 and 30, 2025. The Director-General, National Sports Commission, NSC, Bukola Olopade has disclosed that the shift in date of the National Sports Festival to May, was…
England’s Football Association said it had received assurances from Saudi Arabia that LGBTQ fans would be “safe and welcome” at the 2034 World Cup, explaining its support for the successful bid from the Gulf state. FIFA confirmed on Wednesday that the Middle East nation would host the tournament, underlining the kingdom’s growing influence in world…