Sport
Olympic Boxing Controversy: Transgender Athlete Imane Khelif Defeats Italian Boxer Angela Carini

In a surprising development at the Paris Olympics, a recent boxing match has drawn significant controversy and debate.
Imane Khelif, a biological male who has been competing in the women’s category, faced off against Italian boxer Angela Carini in a highly anticipated bout.
The match quickly gained attention for its intensity and the outcome, which has left many questioning the fairness of the competition.
During the match, Khelif delivered two powerful punches that resulted in Carini sustaining a broken nose.
The severity of these blows led to an unusual and swift end to the bout.
Carini, visibly distressed, discarded her helmet and exited the ring just 46 seconds into the fight, declaring the situation as “unjust” and expressing her frustration at the perceived inequity.
This incident has sparked a global conversation about the inclusion of transgender athletes in women’s sports categories, raising concerns about the balance between inclusivity and fairness in competitive environments.
The reaction from the international community reflects a deep divide over how to address such complex issues in sports.
As the discussion continues, the Olympic Committee may face increasing scrutiny regarding their policies and how they handle these sensitive and challenging situations.
Sport
Juventus Denies Transfer Interest in Victor Osimhen

Juventus Scouting Director Giorgio Chiellini has made it clear that the club has no involvement in the ongoing rumours linking Victor Osimhen to Turin. The Nigerian striker has been at the centre of transfer speculation this summer, with reports suggesting Juventus and other European clubs are interested in securing his services.
Osimhen recently completed a season-long loan spell with Galatasaray from Napoli, and the 26-year-old is expected to make a decision about his future soon. However, Chiellini dismissed the Juventus rumours, saying, “We have nothing to do with Osimhen. People need to fill pages and create stories. We read all sorts of things that make us laugh. You talk, we work.”
Juventus already boast Dušan Vlahović and Randal Kolo Muani in attack and are close to adding former Lille striker Jonathan David to their squad this summer.
Sport
Gonzalo Garcia’s Goal Helps Real Madrid Pass Juventus Into Club World Cup Quarter-Finals

Real Madrid have booked their spot in the quarter-finals of the 2025 Club World Cup after a hard-fought 1-0 win over Juventus. The Spanish giants were tipped as favourites heading into the Round of 16 clash but struggled to break down the Italian side in the first half. It was Gonzalo Garcia who made the difference, nodding home a well-placed cross from Trent Alexander-Arnold in the 54th minute to seal the win.
Despite Real’s dominance, Juve’s goalkeeper Michele di Gregorio put in a brilliant performance to keep the scoreline close. Xabi Alonso’s men now advance to the last eight, where they’ll meet either Borussia Dortmund or Monterrey for a place in the semi-finals.
Sport
Osayi-Samuel Says Super Eagles Can Still Qualify for 2026 World Cup if They Stay United

Super Eagles defender Bright Osayi-Samuel has expressed confidence that Nigeria still has a strong shot at qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, despite the slow start to their qualifying campaign.
Speaking to journalists during the final of the second edition of the Bright Osayi Football Tournament for under-13 players, held at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, the Fenerbahçe star shared his belief in the team’s ability to bounce back.
According to him, the players are determined to fight for qualification and are fully behind head coach Eric Chelle’s vision. “I believe we can still make it. The goal is to go out and win every match,” Osayi-Samuel said. “It won’t be easy, but we believe in ourselves and the team.”
He added that with the right mindset and unity, the Super Eagles can turn their situation around. The Nigerian international also praised Chelle, describing him as a brilliant coach whose style the team has embraced. “For me, the coach is doing a great job. His approach, the way he wants us to press and run, the entire team is on board with it,” he explained.
Osayi-Samuel pointed to their recent solid performance against a tough Russian side, mentioning that progress is being made. “In our last match against Russia, we held our ground against a team that had gone unbeaten in six or seven games. If we keep pushing together, I believe we have a real chance,” he concluded.
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