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Three takeaways from Edmonton Oilers lukewarm win over Vancouver Canucks
Even with the typically low bar that you associate with pre-season games, Monday wasn’t great. Read More
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Independence Day: Highs, Lows In Nigeria’s Sports In The Last One Year
<div><img width="300" height="168" src="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/images-2024-10-01T093043.784-300x168.jpeg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/images-2024-10-01T093043.784-300x168.jpeg 300w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/images-2024-10-01T093043.784.jpeg 739w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></div> <p>It has been 365 days (from October 1, 2023, to October 1, 2024) filled with mixed feelings for Nigeria who have been participating in international sporting events long before the country’s first Independence Day in October 1960. As Nigeria marks its 64th Independence Day today, Naija News takes a look at the highs and lows […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2024/10/01/independence-day-highs-lows-in-nigerias-sports-in-the-last-one-year/">Independence Day: Highs, Lows In Nigeria’s Sports In The Last One Year</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.naijanews.com">Naija News</a>.</p>
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Oilers Notes: Sam O’Reilly heading back to OHL after strong camp
After Edmonton Oilers’ first-round pick Sam O’Reilly’s excellent training camp, through his four pre-season games, we can expect a three-year entry-level contract coming his way…
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Anthony Joshua Drops In Latest Heavyweight Rankings
<div><img width="300" height="201" src="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot_20231022-101134.jpg-300x201.webp" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="Anthony Joshua Second-Richest Active Boxer In World" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot_20231022-101134.jpg-300x201.webp 300w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot_20231022-101134.jpg.webp 720w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></div> <p>Nigerian-born British heavyweight boxer, Anthony Joshua has experienced a significant drop in the heavyweight rankings after his loss to Daniel Dubois at Wembley Stadium on September 21. Recall that Anthony Joshua was previously ranked third in the Ring Magazine Rankings. Earlier this month, the former two-time heavyweight champion aimed to solidify his standing as one […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2024/09/30/anthony-joshua-drops-in-latest-heavyweight-rankings/">Anthony Joshua Drops In Latest Heavyweight Rankings</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.naijanews.com">Naija News</a>.</p>
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Basketball Legend Dikembe Mutombo Passes Away at 58 After Battle with Brain Cancer
<p>Dikembe Mutombo, a Hall of Famer and NBA defensive legend, has passed away at 58 after battling brain cancer.</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.arise.tv/basketball-legend-dikembe-mutombo-passes-away-at-58-after-battle-with-brain-cancer/">Basketball Legend Dikembe Mutombo Passes Away at 58 After Battle with Brain Cancer</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.arise.tv">Arise News</a>.</p>
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Philp’s comeback story forcing Edmonton Oilers to take notice
Guys who’ve never played in the NHL, and who are coming back from a year away from hockey, aren’t supposed to walk into training camp…
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Edmonton Oilers defence still a mystery with season fast approaching
The NHL regular season begins in just under two weeks and we still have no idea what to make of the Edmonton Oilers blue line.…
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Calvin Pickard knocked out of pre-season win over Kraken
Rule No. 1 in any training camp is don’t get hurt. Read More
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Oilers notebook: Emberson looks to be the guy taking on Ceci’s role
It appears Ty Emberson has the best shot at being Cody Ceci’s right-shot shutdown replacement, but the low-key Ceci’s three years as an Oiler defender…
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Arsenal’s Fabian Caballero Dies Aged 46
<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/gun__1423671445_caballero_fabian-300x169.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/gun__1423671445_caballero_fabian-300x169.jpg 300w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/gun__1423671445_caballero_fabian-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/gun__1423671445_caballero_fabian-768x432.jpg 768w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/gun__1423671445_caballero_fabian.jpg 1045w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></div> <p>The Scottish Premier League club Dundee United and English Premier League side, Arsenal, have confirmed the tragic passing of former striker Fabian Caballero at the age of 46. Reports claimed that Fabian Caballero reportedly collapsed during a futsal match in his home country of Paraguay. He had a successful career, spending five seasons with Dundee […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2024/09/28/arsenals-fabian-caballero-dies-aged-46/">Arsenal’s Fabian Caballero Dies Aged 46</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.naijanews.com">Naija News</a>.</p>
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