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Team Nigeria Athletes Commend NSC Support Ahead of Glasgow 2026 Games

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July 7, 2026

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Team Nigeria athletes preparing for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games have praised the National Sports Commission (NSC) for what they describe as exceptional support, improved welfare, and comprehensive preparations ahead of the competition scheduled to begin on July 23 in Scotland.

Leading the commendation, Team Nigeria Captain and Paralympic champion, Folashade Oluwafemiayo, said that the Commission has created an athlete-friendly environment that has enabled competitors to concentrate fully on training and performance.

She noted that the provision of quality facilities, sports kits, accommodation, medical services, and logistics has significantly boosted morale within the camp.

According to Oluwafemiayo, athletes are impressed by the level of organisation and commitment demonstrated by the Commission, describing the preparations as one of the most structured and supportive experiences for Team Nigeria ahead of a major international event.

Other members of the contingent also expressed satisfaction with the atmosphere in camp, highlighting a strong sense of unity, confidence, and determination as they intensify preparations for the Games.

They credited the Commission’s early planning for eliminating many of the challenges that have affected previous international outings, and pledged to justify the confidence reposed in them by delivering strong performances and competing for medals across various events.

Team Nigeria is expected to challenge strongly in athletics, weightlifting, boxing, wrestling, and para-sports, building on the country’s successful outing at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.

The Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games will run from July 23 to August 2, featuring ten sports and an integrated para-sport programme. Team Nigeria will be led by captains Folashade Oluwafemiayo and Chukwuebuka Enekwechi, with the National Sports Commission maintaining that athlete welfare, technical support, and meticulous planning remain central to the country’s quest for podium success.

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UEFA Considers World Cup Boycott Over FIFA’s $20bn Investment Proposal

UEFA strongly opposed the proposal, insisting football “isn’t FIFA’s to sell” and criticising the lack of transparency surrounding the plan.

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July 30, 2026

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UEFA is preparing an emergency meeting of its 55 member associations to discuss FIFA’s proposed $20 billion private investment plan, with a potential World Cup boycott among the options being considered.

The proposal, unveiled by FIFA president, Gianni Infantino, would create the FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE), a new subsidiary responsible for the commercial and event operations of FIFA competitions, including the men’s and women’s World Cups.

FIFA said the venture would seek minority investment while retaining full control of football governance, with funds intended to expand development programmes for its 211 member associations.

UEFA strongly opposed the proposal, insisting football “isn’t FIFA’s to sell” and criticising the lack of transparency surrounding the plan.

Sources told ESPN there is significant resistance within the European governing body.

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Idi Amin’s grandson disqualified from Commonwealth boxing bout

He was jeered out of the ring after a tempestuous bout against England’s Damar Thomas in the super-heavyweight division.

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The grandson of former Ugandan president Idi Amin saw his bid for Commonwealth boxing gold end in disgrace as Aziz Abdul was disqualified for a headbutt in his quarter-final on Wednesday.

Amin famously declared himself the “King of Scotland” in 1976, having developed a fascination with the country with his remark inspiring an Oscar-winning film, “The Last King Of Scotland”.

Aziz arrived in Glasgow declaring his dream of becoming “the new king of Scotland.

But he was jeered out of the ring after a tempestuous bout against England’s Damar Thomas in the super-heavyweight division.

Despite landing three sweeping left hooks in the opening round, a short, stabbing left by Thomas earned a plainly displeased Aziz a standing count.

Aziz swung wildly throughout the second and was deducted his second point for persistently punching Thomas in the face as they exited a clinch.

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Real Madrid generate €1.2bn revenue despite failing to win a trophy

The club’s strong financial showing was boosted by an increase in income from their renovated Santiago Bernabeu stadium, up by 11 percent to 363 million euros ($413m), along with new sponsorships.

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July 28, 2026

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•Real Madrid President Florentino Perez . (Photo by JAVIER SORIANO / AFP)

Spanish giants Real Madrid said Tuesday they generated a record 1.221 billion euros ($1.39 billion) in revenue in the 2025/2026 season, despite failing to win a trophy.

“Operating revenue, excluding income from player transfers, reached €1.221 billion, 3.1 percent more than in the previous financial year,” said Los Blancos in a statement.

“Real Madrid has therefore exceeded the €1.2 billion mark for the first time, a figure that no other sports organisation in the world has achieved to date, consolidating the club’s position as the revenue leader in the sports industry.”

Madrid said they made 26 million euros ($30m) profit after tax, up by 8 percent on the earnings from 2024/25.

The club’s strong financial showing was boosted by an increase in income from their renovated Santiago Bernabeu stadium, up by 11 percent to 363 million euros ($413m), along with new sponsorships.