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The governing body announced on Wednesday that the NBA would play regular-season games in Berlin and London in the 2025-26 campaign.

On January 15, 2026, the Orlando Magic and the Memphis Grizzlies will square off in Berlin, and they will also do so in London three days later.

The decision to move the games “reflects the incredible momentum and appetite for NBA basketball in France, Germany, the UK, and the entire region,” according to NBA Europe managing director George Aivazoglou.

In the upcoming three seasons, the NBA made the commitment to host six regular-season games in Europe.

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The first regular season game for Germany will be in Berlin.

Matches will take place in Paris and Manchester in 2026-27, with those in Paris and Berlin in the following year.

Franz and Moritz Wagner, brothers who both play for the Orlando Magic, will re-enter their hometowns following the game in Berlin.

The Washington Wizards and the New York Knicks last met in London’s regular season game in 2019; the last of those games was a playoff game.

In addition, the NBA has previously played games in Tokyo, Mexico City, and Paris during the regular season.

The announcement reflects a wider trend of American sports changing their regular-season games to expand their fan bases in Europe.

Since 2007, the NFL has hosted games regularly in London, and Munich and Frankfurt have hosted them on alternate dates since 2022, with Berlin scheduled to host a game in 2025.

In the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) final, Morocco was defeated by Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade, who narrated the story behind how the team rallied from two goals down.

When the Nigerian women’s team were 2-0 up against the hosts, Ajibade, who won the Player of the Tournament in Morocco, revealed what actually happened in the dressing room at half-time.

Read more about Tinubu’s Super Falcons, which receive awards worth $100, 000 to each player.

She addressed Sports Tonight on Tuesday’s edition of Channels Television. &nbsp,

Watch her interview below.

Governor Hope Uzodimma has hosted Super Falcons contingent from Imo State, and has hailed the players for making Nigerians proud by winning the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). &nbsp,

The Imo governor hosted the players at the Imo State Governor’s Lodge. They include goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie, Tochukwu Oluehi, Osinachi Ohale, Chinwe Ihezuo, Jennifer Echegini and Anam Imo. &nbsp,

“The steeze and composure displayed by the Super Falcons were unmatched. Even in moments when the nation was filled with apprehension, they stood firm, never wavering in faith or focus”, the governor wrote on his X handle. &nbsp,

“Their resilience and unity led to a well-deserved victory, bringing home the coveted trophy and filling every Nigerian heart with pride. Hosting the team at the Imo State Governor’s Lodge was a moment of profound joy. It was particularly moving to witness the outstanding contributions of Imo State daughters, whose talent and dedication were on full display. Their performance was a true testament to the spirit and potential of our people”.&nbsp,

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The Super Falcons fought back from 2-0 down at half-time to defeat hosts Morocco 2-3, earning Nigeria their 10th WAFCON title. &nbsp,

Uzodimma believes Saturday’s victory signified more than a win. &nbsp,

He said, “This victory is not just a win on the pitch, it is a powerful reminder of what we can achieve when commitment, discipline, and national pride come together”.&nbsp,

See photos from the event below: &nbsp,

Portuguese international Joao Felix will join Cristiano Ronaldo in signing a two-year deal with Saudi Arabia’s Al Nassr, according to the club’s announcement on Tuesday.

In 2019, Felix, age 25, made the big move from Benfica to Atletico Madrid, but his fortunes have since deteriorated.

“I’m here to make people smile.” In a video posted on the Riyadh club’s X account, Felix remarked, “Let’s win together.” He had signed until 2027, according to a separate post.

Following his six-year move to Atletico for 127.7 million euros ($147.37 million) six years ago, Felix continues to be one of the most expensive transfers ever.

READ MORE: &nbsp, England Beats Spain On Penalties To Win Women’s Euro 2025.

“I’m here to make people smile.”
Let’s work together to win.

Nassrawi’s photo is Joo Félix. Twitter.com/pRIccB4MB

Despite playing for Chelsea, AC Milan, and Barcelona, he has since failed to score more than 10 goals per season.

Felix will make $10 million a year, according to Arryadia, a sports newspaper in Riyadh.

Saudi Arabia has resurrended football by investing a lot in European stars, starting with Ronaldo’s arrival in 2023, and the conservative desert nation will host the World Cup in 2034.

Many of the signings have been aging stars, but Felix and Mateo Retegui, both of whom scored the most goals for Serie A and joined Al Qadsiah last week, are in favor of this trend.

Theo Hernandez, 27, left AC Milan for Al Hilal earlier this month in a reportedly $29 million deal.

Top coaches have also been drawn to Saudi Arabia, including Simone Inzaghi, who led Al Hilal to a lopsided Club World Cup victory over Manchester City.

Felix will work for Portuguese coach Jorge Jesus, who was fired by Al Hilal in May after their semifinal defeat to the Asian Champions League.

Burna Boy, a star of Nigeria, was a surprise guest at the 2025 Women’s Euros at Buckingham Palace in London on Tuesday. &nbsp,

The compere and former England star Alex Scott led Burna Boy onto the stage after she stated, “Three years ago in Trafalgar Square, you [Sarina Weigman] said, “I am not ready to dance, the music was not quite right. ‘&nbsp,

We are aware of your favorite artist’s presence in the building, so we want to see you dance. Everyone, please give up Sarina’s favorite artist. The stage is being attended by Burna Boy.

Wiegman, the team’s manager, was surprised to see the Grammy-winning singer and screamed “Oh, no way, on sighting the Nigerian,” when the manager was surprised. &nbsp, &nbsp,

Burna Boy and she danced with her 2022 song “For Your Hand” to the delight of the players and hundreds of supporters who also sang along.

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The coach stated that she is a fan of the Afrobeat star in 2023 and that the Nigerian is at the top of her playlist. &nbsp,

The song “For My Hand” was produced by Burna Boy and Ed Sheeran and is called “I don’t know what it is.” She had previously stated that she had definitely played that song the most. &nbsp,

In Switzerland, the Dutchwoman led England to defend their WEURO title. After normal and extra time ended 1-1, the Lionesses battled hard in the final, defeating world champion Spain 3-1 on penalties on Sunday.

Spain won the Women’s World Cup in 2023 after defeating England 1-0.

President Bola Tinubu’s Super Falcons received a financial reward for their participation in the recently concluded Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, according to President Bayo Onanuga, who has defended the statement.

Onanuga questioned why some Nigerians don’t like the President’s cash reward for the players in a post on his X handle on Tuesday.

He compared it to the reality series winner of Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) for the 150 million grand prize.

According to him, President Tinubu praised excellence, originality, hard work, soccer talent, and the unwavering spirit of Nigeria.

You may recall that Multichoice, the creator of the BBNaija reality show, is giving the winner a prize of $150 million in cash, but why are some Nigerians unappreciative of President Tinubu’s gifts to the Super Falcons.

President Tinubu has rewarded excellence, creativity, hard work, soccer artistry, and the unwavering spirit of Nigeria.

According to him, President Tinubu praised excellence, originality, hard work, soccer talent, and the unwavering spirit of Nigeria.

You may be wondering why some Nigerians are unappreciative of President Tinubu’s gifts to the Super Falcons now that Multichoice, the creator of the BBNaija reality show, is offering the winner a prize of 150 million grand. Excellence has been rewarded by President Tinubu, … twitter.com/k3KBzHxYsL

Read more about Tinubu giving each player $100, 000 in awards and national honors.

Onanuga’s comments come before Tinubu hosts the Super Falcons on Monday after returning from Morocco.

The President made the announcement that each of the 24 players would receive the equivalent of $100, 000 at the event. He claimed that the winners would also be given a three-bedroom apartment.

The Super Falcons’ victory in Nigeria’s 10th WAFCON title earned them the national honor of Officer of the Order of Niger. He thanked them for bringing the spirit of Nigeria to light among the people.

The First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, who had earlier flown with the team after they had won their 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title, received the triumphant players and other team members. &nbsp,

Around 2:26 p.m., the team boarded a chartered flight and arrived at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja.