
Everton Sign Midfielder Hayden Hackney from Middlesbrough for £16m
Everton have signed midfielder Hayden Hackney from Middlesbrough for a fee of at least £16 million, bolstering their squad ahead of the new Premier League season.
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Everton have signed midfielder Hayden Hackney from Middlesbrough for a fee of at least £16 million, bolstering their squad ahead of the new Premier League season.

The Federal Government has welcomed the suspension of the teachers' strike in Oyo State, commending Governor Seyi Makinde and the Nigeria Union of Teachers for their roles in resolving the industrial action.

Senegal blown 2-0 lead in dramatic 3-2 defeat to Belgium after controversial VAR-reviewed penalty in final minutes of Round of 32 match.

Bafana Bafana attacker Rele Mofokeng says his move to a Belgian Pro League club is a dream come true as he aims to further his development. Orlando Pirates confirm the transfer is pending medical and final terms.

England prepare for their World Cup last-16 tie against Mexico amid concerns over the high-altitude conditions at Azteca Stadium and soaring ticket prices for fans.

Severe flooding caused by heavy rains has killed at least 74 people across Ghana and Ivory Coast, with authorities warning of worsening conditions.

World number one Aryna Sabalenka survived a tough challenge from American McCartney Kessler to advance to the third round at Wimbledon.

South Africa's national team celebrated a historic achievement by advancing past the World Cup group stage for the first time, returning home to a hero's welcome.

Novak Djokovic advanced to the third round of Wimbledon 2026 with a dominant straight-sets victory over Stefanos Tsitsipas, delivering what BBC Sport described as a 'vintage display.'

An aircraft that made an emergency landing on a road in Delta State did not suffer mechanical failure, according to Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo. The pilots mistook the road for a runway.

Witness Tumelo Nku is expected to resume his testimony at the Madlanga Commission after his appearance was cut short. He requested an opportunity to supplement his initial statement.

Newly appointed Deputy Minister of Higher Education Yusuf Cassim pledges to prioritize the stabilization of NSFAS and Setas to improve access and reform the sector.

Belgium overturned a 2-0 deficit to defeat Senegal 3-2 in dramatic fashion, with Youri Tielemans scoring a late penalty in extra time to secure a place in the World Cup last 16.

Belgium overturned a two-goal deficit to defeat Senegal 3-2 after extra time, with Youri Tielemans scoring a 125th-minute penalty to secure a place in the World Cup last 16.

England advanced to the last 16 of the World Cup after a 2-1 comeback victory over DR Congo, sealed by two late goals from captain Harry Kane.