The Super Eagles have honoured former Nigerian goalkeeper and 1994 Africa Cup of Nations winner, Peter Rufai, following reports of his passing.

In a statement posted on Thursday via X, the national team referred to Rufai, popularly called “Dodo Mayana,” as an iconic figure in Nigerian football whose impact will always be remembered.

“Forever in our hearts, Dodo Mayana. We mourn the passing of legendary Super Eagles goalkeeper, Peter Rufai, a giant of Nigerian football and a 1994 AFCON champion,” the statement said.

The statement praised Rufai’s outstanding career, highlighting his remarkable performances and influence beyond football.

“Your legacy lives on between the sticks and beyond. Rest well, Peter Rufai,” it added.

Rufai was a key member of the celebrated Nigerian team that won the 1994 AFCON and qualified for the country’s first-ever FIFA World Cup in the same year.

Liverpool and Portugal forward Diogo Jota has passed away at the age of 28 after a fatal road accident in Spain.

The accident took place on the A-52 motorway, at kilometre 65, close to the municipality of Palacios de Sanabria in Zamora province.

Born in 1996, Jota was an important player for both Liverpool FC and the Portuguese national team. News of his sudden death has caused shock and grief across the football community and beyond.

Spanish sports newspaper MARCA reported the crash on Thursday, confirming that Jota died at the scene.

“Liverpool footballer Diogo Jota dies in a traffic accident in the province of Zamora,” the publication stated in a short report, expressing sorrow over the loss of the talented footballer.

Jota was known for his determination, sharp goal-scoring ability, and flexibility on the field.

As of the time of this report, additional information about the crash and funeral plans has not been released.

Tobi Amusan has claimed victory in the women’s 100 meters hurdles race at the Diamond League meet held in Rabat, Morocco.

The 28-year-old athlete achieved a season’s best time of 12.24 seconds, finishing ahead of her competitors and establishing a new meeting record. This performance surpassed McNeal Brianna’s previous mark of 12.51 seconds.

This triumph marks Amusan’s first significant win of the 2025 season. She began her campaign with consecutive fourth-place finishes at both the Xiamen and Shanghai Diamond League meets in May.

In March, she secured a win at Velocity Fest 16 in Jamaica, competing against a less formidable lineup of hurdlers.

This recent victory signifies a fresh start for Amusan, following the disappointing conclusion to her 2024 athletics season, where she did not qualify for the final of the women’s 100m hurdles at the Paris Olympics.

After the last season, Amusan commenced training with Racers Track Club, which is led by Glen Mills, who previously coached the renowned Usain Bolt.

Commenting on her win in Rabat, Amusan attributed her improved execution in Morocco to her training regimen.

“More hurdles practice, because I have been doing more sprinting. It was after the first two Diamond League meetings, I knew I had to go back to doing more hurdle drills,” she said.

“Two weeks in, I can tell the difference.”

Amusan has previously won the Diamond League trophy for the women’s 100 meters hurdles three times, from 2021 to 2023.