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PSG to block Neymar, Mbappe from Olympic Games

PSG feel the trio would need rest before a short preseason, following their involvement at Euro 2020 and the Copa America in Brazil. Playing at the Olympics (which Neymar and Marquinhos did in 2016), would mean no holidays or preseason.

Panic as ex-Super Eagles star reveals how Bonfere Jo was almost sacked before helping Nigeria win 1996 Olympics

The Nigerian football team won gold at that edition in 1996 having shocked the world to defeat powerhouses Brazil and Argentina in the semis and final respectively in Jo Bonfrere's first stint with the nation.

Tokyo Olympics: Nigeria occupy 64th position on medals table

The Federal Government had already announced a reward of $15,000, $10,000 and $7,500 for gold, silver, and bronze medalists respectively at the Tokyo Olympics.

Super Falcons rewarded with Group of Death after beating South Africa to qualify for 2024 Olympics

Given Nigeria's commendable performance at the last World Cup and South Africa's strong showing at the recent AFCON, expectations will be high for the African representatives to hold their own against their illustrious rivals.

Tokyo Olympics: Nigeria's participation ends after final loss

Team Nigeria have ended their participation at the Olympic Games in Tokyo, Japan. This follows Adijat Idris' loss to Ukraine's Oksana Livach on Friday in the women's freestyle 50kg event of the wrestling competition.

Tokyo Olympics: Banned Nigerian athletes protest in Japan

They expressed frustration at seeing their dreams of competing at the ongoing Olympics dashed by negligence from the Ministry of Sports and the Athletics Federation of Nigeria, AFN.

Thirteen-year-old Australians make skateboard history

US Olympian Jagger Eaton won the men's street competition at the X Games.

Here is John Obi Mikel's incredible stats for Nigeria as he announces his retirement

Nigeria U-23 (Dream Team) The Rio 2016 Olympics was Mikel's first appearance at the games after missing out in the 2008 edition in 2008 in Beijing.

Weekend full of derby matches: Over 360 odds on each match, Only on Mozzartbet

Chelsea is waiting for City at Stamford Bridge, the North London derby is being played in the Emirates, while the 155th Capital Derby Championship of the Capital will be played at the Olympics.

Malaysia rejects offer to host 2026 Commonwealth Games

"As far as multi-sports Games are concerned, it is nowhere near the Olympics or even the Asian Games in terms of participation, exposure and returns," Khairy said.

Super Eagles Managerial Target Herve Renard Eager for 2026 World Cup Appearance

Looking Ahead to 2026He reiterated his desire to leave at the end of the Olympic games, stating, "It had to be done at some point, but that doesn't call anything into question.

Iheanacho still optimistic of playing for Nigeria at 2016 Olympics

Kelechi Iheanacho has admitted that he is still hopeful of representing Nigeria at this year's Olympic Games in Rio, Brazil. The Manchester City forward was named in Samson Siasia's provisional 35-man squad for the competition.

Ugandan athlete Benjamin Kiplagat stabbed to death in Kenya

He also made it to the semi-finals in the 2012 London Olympics and competed in the 2016 Rio Olympics. His last major competition was the 2019 World Championships in Qatar.

Video: Sweden 0 - 1 Nigeria (Aug-07-2016) Men's Olympic Football Highlights

Nigeria defeated Sweden 1-0 at the Arena Amazonia in Manaus on Sunday to reach the quarter finals of the 2016 Olympic Games.

Omeruo, Ndidi out of Siasia's Olympics team

The duo of Kenneth Omeruo and Wilfred Ndidi, will not play for Nigeria at next month's Olympic Games in Rio, Brazil.

Rio 2016 Olympics: Nigeria women's 4x100m relay team finishes last

Team Nigeria relay team, led by Blessing Okagbare, on Saturday finished last in the women's 4x100m relay at the ongoing Rio Olympics.

Tokyo Olympics: Two Nigerian athletes qualify for 100m semifinals

Unlike Nwokocha who just made her debut at the event, 32 years old Okagbare made her first appearance at the event in the 2012 London Olympics and she is now running in her third Olympic games.

Checkout how Nigerian athletes represented other countries in competitive sports (photos)

She was at IAAF World Junior Championships in Poland the same year before the Rio Games. Edidiong had previously represented Nigeria at the African Youth Championship in 2013 where she converted to the 400m. 4.