For the first time since their debut appearance in 1994, the Super Eagles of Nigeria will miss back-to-back FIFA World Cup tournaments after falling to the Democratic Republic of Congo in the CAF playoff final on Sunday.

Nigeria secured their place in the final of the CAF World Cup qualifiers playoff on Thursday after a commanding extra-time performance against Gabon, while DR Congo joined them in Sunday's final after overcoming Cameroon later in the day.

In international football, goalscoring could be the biggest highlight, because it have not so much games or trophies to spare like the club games, and few achievements better define a player’s legacy than how swiftly they reach the half-century mark.

The most recent games of Nigeria's FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign have held more promise, and that has given rise to the belief that the longer route could bring joy and the ticket to the global showpiece next year.

It was a weekend of twists, turnarounds, and talking points in the Premier League as players took to the pitch one final tome before heading out for the November international engagement with their respective countries.

As Europe’s top leagues hit full stride, the weekend promises fireworks across stadiums from Manchester to Madrid and beyond as players attempt to make one final good impression before heading off for the international break.

Matchday 4 of the 2025 UEFA Champions League will be remembered as one of the most historic rounds in recent years — a night where records fell, reputations grew, and new stars emerged under the European floodlights.

The Premier League has released its list of nominees for the October awards, spotlighting individuals who distinguished themselves across the month’s fixtures.

Nine Premier League matches took place over the weekend as the top teams recorded satisfying results to make up for recent slumps, while a few others failed to maintain their momentum.