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• EPL: Arsenal provide fresh injury update on Saliba

  23-07-2026 10:10 via thesun.ng
  
  Arsenal have confirmed that defender William Saliba will be out for an extended period after sustaining a back injury while representing France at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
  The centre-back had been managing the injury before the tournament but aggravated it during France’s semi-final defeat to Spain, forcing him off in the opening half.
  Following further medical assessment after his return to London, Arsenal confirmed that Saliba will not require surgery.
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• Argentine FA says US didn’t detain president after World Cup final

  23-07-2026 10:05 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Argentina’s top football officials on Wednesday firmly denied reports that their federation’s president and treasurer were detained and questioned upon leaving the United States after the World Cup final.The Argentine Football Association (AFA) did, however, acknowledge a US investigation into a third party with links to the association.The organization issued a statement following media reports that its president Claudio Tapia and treasurer Pablo Toviggino had been detained at New
  
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• Haaland sets FPL record as Fantasy Premier League unveils major changes

  23-07-2026 10:03 via thesun.ng
  
  Erling Haaland has become the most expensive player in Fantasy Premier League (FPL) history after receiving a record £15.5 million price tag as the game unveiled a raft of new features and rule changes for the 2026/27 season.
  The Manchester City striker’s valuation headlines the latest FPL updates, while Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes recorded the joint-biggest price rise in the game’s history, climbing £3 million to £12 million. Arsenal defender Gabriel
  
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• Gavi: Why Paredes Should Not Be Suspended

  23-07-2026 09:27 via completesports.com
  
  Spain midfielder Gavi has disclosed that Argentina’s Leandro Paredes should not face a suspension, dismissing the post-match brawl at the final of the FIFA World Cup 2026 as a normal part of the game’s physical side. In an interview with El Partidazo de COPE, Gavi noted that he doesn’t believe any retrospective ban is necessary. [...]
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• Messi-less Miami beat Fire 3-2 to spoil Lewandowski’s MLS debut

  23-07-2026 09:10 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Luis Suarez scored twice and Preston Plambeck grabbed a late winner as Inter Miami, without Lionel Messi, beat Chicago Fire 3-2 on Wednesday to spoil Robert Lewandowski’s Major League Soccer debut.Uruguayan veteran Suarez captained Miami with Messi and fellow Argentine Rodrigo de Paul missing four days after Argentina lost 1-0 to Spain in the World Cup final.The 37-year-old Poland striker Lewandowski was making his MLS debut having signed from Barcelona after they were crowned Spanish cha
  
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• World Cup Without Nigeria Is Incomplete —CAF President Motsepe

  23-07-2026 08:19 via completesports.com
  Confederation of African Football (CAF) President Patrice Motsepe insists World Cup without Nigeria and Cameroon is incomplete, Ghana Soccernet reports. Reflecting on Africa’s campaign at the World Cup, Motsepe said Nigeria and Cameroon have played a significant role in shaping the continent’s reputation on the international stage and expressed his determination to ensure more African [...]
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• MLS Launches Probe Into Beckham’s Inter Miami For Alleged Tampering Over Casemiro Signing

  23-07-2026 08:08 via completesports.com
  
  Former Manchester United midfielder Casemiro’s move to Inter Miami is under investigation by Major League Soccer over allegations of tampering by Sir David Beckham’s club. Miami announced Casemiro’s signing on Wednesday in a deal to run until the end of next season with the option to extend it until 2029. However, almost immediately MLS revealed [...]
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• Done Deal: Dele-Bashiru Completes Move To Greek Club Aris FC

  23-07-2026 07:53 via completesports.com
  
  Greek Super League club Aris FC have completed the signing of Nigerian midfielder Tom Dele-Bashiru from Sky Bet Championship side Watford, reports Completesports.com. The 27-year-old has signed a three-year contract with the Thessaloniki-based club after ending his six-year spell with the Hornets. Dele-Bashiru spent the 2025/26 season on loan at Turkish Super Lig outfit Gençlerbirliği, [...]
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• Spain dominate FIFA World Cup Best XI [Full list]

  23-07-2026 07:32 via thesun.ng
  
  Fresh from winning the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Spain have dominated FIFA’s official Team of the Tournament, with three players named in the competition’s Best XI following their title-winning campaign in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
  FIFA unveiled the 11-man team in a 4-3-3 formation, recognising standout performers from seven countries who delivered exceptional displays throughout the tournament.
  World champions Spain accounted for the highest number of selections, with full-ba
  
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• Agbonlahor Questions Aston Villa’s Decision To Sign Garnacho

  23-07-2026 07:31 via completesports.com
  
  Former England international Gabriel Agbonlahor has faulted Aston Villa’s decision to sign Alejandro Garnacho on loan from Chelsea this summer. In a chat with talkSPORT Breakfast, Agbonlahor criticized the winger’s form, attitude, and fit for Unai Emery’s squad. Read Also:Liverpool Will Sign A Winger –Iraola He noted that Garnacho is scared to take players on, [...]
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• Al-Ittihad Join Eintracht Frankfurt In Race For Onyedika

  23-07-2026 07:04 via completesports.com
  
  Saudi Pro League giants Al-Ittihad have entered the race to sign Club Brugge midfielder Raphael Onyedika, intensifying competition for the Nigeria international, Completesports.com reports. According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Al-Ittihad have submitted a fresh official bid to Belgian champions Club Brugge in an attempt to secure the services of the highly-rated defensive midfielder. Bundesliga [...]
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• Fiorentina battles Bologna for Chukwueze

  23-07-2026 03:13 via thesun.ng
  
  According to Calciomercato.it, Bologna and Fiorentina are reportedly pursuing Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze.The Rossoblu have identified him as the ideal candidate in the event of Orsolini’s departure, while Fiorentina have long been interested in the Nigerian, who could prove useful in Grosso’s 4-3-3 formation. Fiorentina’s management may decide to make a move only in the final phase of the transfer window, in August, to secure a more advantageous price and format.
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• WAFCON 2026: NFF yet to pay Super Falcons 2025 title bonuses

  23-07-2026 03:10 via thesun.ng
  
  The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has reportedly yet to pay the Super Falcons their reward money for winning the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), despite the 2026 edition of the tournament set to kick off in days.
  The Super Falcons clinched a record-extending 10th WAFCON title in Morocco last year after staging a remarkable 3-2 comeback victory over the host in the final.However, nearly a year after their historic triumph, the NFF are yet to fulfil their financial obligatio
  
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• Venezia boss delighted to land Akor Adams

  23-07-2026 03:08 via thesun.ng
  
  Venezia head coach Giovanni Stroppa has expressed his delight over the arrival of Super Eagles forward Akor Adams, describing the Nigerian striker as an important addition ahead of the club’s return to Serie A.
  Adams is expected to complete his move to Venezia from Sevilla after the Italian club reached an agreement with the striker.Speaking to Sky Sport 24 while discussing Venezia’s transfer plans, Stroppa revealed his excitement about securing the services of the Nigerian forward.
  
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• Unfulfilled promises may ruin Nigeria’s campaign at 2026 WAFCON -Ex-Falcons

  23-07-2026 03:05 via thesun.ng
  
  Ex-Super Falcons players have raised the alarm that unfulfilled promises by the Federal Government to the present team could affect Super Falcons’ target of winning the Women Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) for the 11th time in Morocco as well as the team’s qualification for the next FIFA Women’s Cup.
  Members of the United Ex-Super Falcons Worldwide, at a recent meeting in Chicago United States of America, said that they were shocked by the fact that the Federal Government has n
  
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• Arokodare forces Wolves to cancel training

  23-07-2026 03:05 via thesun.ng
  
  Championship side Wolves CANCELLED their training session on Monday after striker Tolu Arokodare refused to leave the pitch. Extra security was also deployed the following day to ensure that the 25-year-old didn’t return to the club’s training ground.
  The extraordinary development comes just weeks into Cesar Peixoto’s reign as manager. The Portuguese was brought in to replace Rob Edwards, who was sacked after Wolves were relegated from the Premier League by finishing rock botto
  
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• Glasgow 2026: Amusan, Ajayi lead Nigeria’s 29-man athletics Squad

  23-07-2026 03:03 via thesun.ng
  
  Team Nigeria has unveiled a formidable 29-member athletics squad for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, with world record holder Tobi Amusan and in-form sprinter Kanyinsola Ajayi among the headline names.
  The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) announced that the contingent comprises 16 female and 13 male athletes, blending established international stars with emerging talents as Nigeria targets a strong medal haul at the Games.
  Other notable athletes in the squad include Chukwu
  
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• Glasgow 2026: Team Nigeria arrives Games Village as Para Powerlifters launch medal quest

  23-07-2026 03:01 via thesun.ng
  
  With less than 24 hours to the opening of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, Team Nigeria has completed its final preparations and moved into the Games Village, setting the stage for the country’s medal campaign.
  The Nigerian contingent arrived from its high-performance training camp in Aberdeen, Scotland, while the national 3×3 basketball team joined the delegation from Amsterdam to complete Team Nigeria’s full Games roster.
  Nigeria’s campaign begins on Friday with pa
  
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• Nigeria Cup: 2026 Championship to celebrate legacy, raises standard

  23-07-2026 03:00 via thesun.ng
  
  Preparations for the 29th edition of the Nigeria Cup; Nigeria’s oldest-running Independence Celebration Golf Championship, scheduled to hold at Ikoyi Club 1938, Lagos, from September 19th to 27th 2026, have entered full swing as it sets to celebrate legacy and standard.
  Organised by the Ikoyi Golf Community Nigeria Association (IGCNA) in collaboration with Ikoyi Club 1938, this year’s Championship will builds on nearly three decades of rich tradition while setting a new benchmark for
  
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• Arsenal Rule Out Surgery For Injured Saliba

  23-07-2026 02:02 via completesports.com
  
  Arsenal have confirmed that William Saliba will not undergo surgery for his back injury but will be out for an extended period. Saliba was substituted in the 30th minute of France’s World Cup semi-final defeat to Spain. “William Saliba has returned to us from World Cup duty, where he played an integral role in France [...]
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• Moore: Joshua Won’t Escape Heavy Defeat Against Prenga

  22-07-2026 23:03 via completesports.com
  
  Heavyweight contender Brandon Moore has warned Anthony Joshua that Kristian Prenga possesses the power to recreate the upset Andy Ruiz Jr. caused. Moore, who previously sparred with the Albanian fighter, stated Prenga carries genuine concussive force and could emulate Ruiz’s historic knockout over Joshua. Read Also:UFC: South Africa’s Du Plessis Secures Dominant Win Against Usman [...]
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• Okpekpe Pays Nigerian Winners As Dunia-Backed Prize Money Reaches Athletes

  22-07-2026 22:58 via completesports.com
  
  Organisers of the Okpekpe International 10km Road Race have announced the payment of prize money to Nigerian winners of the 11th edition of the race, highlighting a development they said was significant in a country where athletes have often complained of delayed payments after road races. Okpekpe Prize Money Paid Following Doping-Control Clearance The prize [...]
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• Aston Villa Agree Deal With Chelsea To Sign Garnacho

  22-07-2026 22:30 via completesports.com
  
  Aston Villa have agreed a deal to sign Alejandro Garnacho from Chelsea, Sky Sports reports. The arrangement is for a loan with a conditional obligation to buy, which is easily achievable. The total package, including the loan fee, is understood to meet Chelsea’s valuation. Sky Sports News has been reporting Chelsea wanted £42.6m for the [...]
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• Done Deal: Adams Joins Venezia On Four-Year Deal

  22-07-2026 22:10 via completesports.com
  
  Serie A newcomers Venezia have completed the signing of Nigerian striker Akor Adams from Spanish club Sevilla, Completesports.com reports. The 26-year-old has penned a long-term contract with the Orange and Green, keeping him at the Stadio Pier Luigi Penzo until June 30, 2030. Adams arrives after an impressive spell at Sevilla, where he scored 10 [...]
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• How Arokodare disrupted Wolves training to force move to Fiorentina

  22-07-2026 21:45 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Nigeria international Tolu Arokodare reportedly brought a Wolverhampton Wanderers training session to an abrupt end after refusing to leave the pitch while demanding a transfer to Italian side Fiorentina.According to the BBC, the 25-year-old striker staged the protest during Monday’s training session by sitting on the pitch and insisting the Championship club allow him to complete a move to the Serie A outfit.His actions prompted newly appointed Wolves manager Cesar Peixoto to cancel the
  
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• Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso bid to host AFCON 2032

  22-07-2026 20:45 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso — three countries led by military governments — are bidding to jointly host the 2032 Africa Cup of Nations.The Malian Football Federation said in a statement that officials met with Confederation of African Football (CAF) president Patrice Motsepe on Saturday in New York “with a view to a joint bid to host the 2032 Africa Cup of Nations”.The three neighbours and allies within the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) are led by post-coup juntas and
  
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• Cape Verde’s Vozinha makes list as FIFA unveils World Cup 2026 Best XI

  22-07-2026 20:43 via vanguardngr.com
  
  FIFA has unveiled its official 2026 FIFA World Cup Team of the Tournament, with newly crowned champions Spain providing the highest number of players in the star-studded XI.The team, arranged in a 4-3-3 formation, recognises the standout performers from the tournament staged across Canada, Mexico and the United States, featuring players from seven different countries.Spain, who lifted the World Cup trophy after defeating Argentina in the final, have three representatives in the squad. Full-back
  
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• Inter Miami signs Brazil veteran Casemiro

  22-07-2026 20:39 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Inter Miami on Wednesday announced the signing of Brazil star Casemiro but Major League Soccer immediately said it was investigating allegations of tampering by the club over the deal.Casemiro, who has 91 caps for Brazil and won five Champions League titles with Real Madrid, was a free agent after Manchester United opted not to renew his contract following a mixed four-year stint at the Premier League giants.The veteran 34-year-old midfielder opted to join Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul at In
  
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• Done Deal: Falconets Striker Completes Move To Benfica

  22-07-2026 20:34 via completesports.com
  
  Falconets striker Janet Akekoromowei has sealed a move to Portuguese champions Benfica,Completesports.com reports. Akekoromowei penned a two-year contract with an option for a further two years. The 18-year-old expressed her great satisfaction with the opportunity to represent Benfica and highlighted the privilege of joining the club. ” I’m happy! Benfica is a great club , [...]
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• FIFA Unveils Official World Cup 2026 Best Eleven

  22-07-2026 20:31 via completesports.com
  
  FIFA has revealed its official FIFA World Cup 2026 Team of the Tournament following the conclusion of the competition, with newly crowned champions Spain leading the way with three representatives in the XI, Yahoo Sports reports. The team is set up in a 4-3-3 formation and features players from seven different nations, recognising the standout [...]
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• Agbonlahor tags Aston Villa’s pursuit of Garnacho ‘nightmare’

  22-07-2026 20:02 via thesun.ng
  
  Aston Villa legend, Gabriel Agbonlahor has branded the club’s reported pursuit of Alejandro Garnacho a “nightmare”, insisting the Chelsea winger is not good enough for Villa Park.
  The 22-year-old Argentina international has emerged as a potential replacement for Morgan Rogers, who joined Chelsea in a club-record £117m deal this week.
  Talks about Garnacho were held between Villa and Chelsea during negotiations for Rogers.
  Reacting on talkSPORT Breakfast, Agbonlahor said he
  
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• CAF President Backs Infantino For FIFA Re-Election Despite Criticism

  22-07-2026 19:49 via completesports.com
  
  Confederation of African Football (CAF) President Patrice Motsepe has defended FIFA President Gianni Infantino against ongoing criticisms. Motsepe affirmed that all 54 African member associations support Infantino’s bid for a fourth term in 2027, dismissing allegations that Infantino exerts undue control over African football politics. Read Also:CAF Raises WAFCON Winners’ Prize Money To $2m Addressing [...]
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• How To Choose Safer Football Betting Sites: Lessons From Norwegian Comparison Guides

  22-07-2026 18:40 via completesports.com
  
  Every football fan knows the feeling. You have watched the Super Eagles carve open an opponent, you have studied the NPFL form table, and you are ready to place a bet on the weekend’s big match. But then you open a betting site and the odds look suspiciously low, the bonus terms read like a [...]
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• WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons Line Up Tanzania Friendly

  22-07-2026 18:23 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria’s Super Falcons will take on Tanzania in an international friendly on Thursday as part of their preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). The warm-up fixture will be played at the La Noria Sports Complex in Casablanca and is scheduled to kick off at 6:00 p.m. local time. The encounter will [...]
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• Wawrinka Eyes US Open Wild Card

  22-07-2026 18:13 via completesports.com
  
  Swiss tennis star Stan Wawrinka has requested a wildcard to play in the US Open for one final time, following a first-round exit to Roman Andres Burruchaga at the Estoril Open. This emotional defeat marked the final clay-court appearance of his farewell season. Read Also:Wozniacki Defends Sabalenka Against Criticism The 41-year-old Swiss three-time Grand Slam [...]
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• CAF president Motsepe rules out bid for South Africa presidency

  22-07-2026 18:02 via vanguardngr.com
  
  President of the Confederation of African Football, CAF, Patrice Motsepe on Wednesday ruled out a future in politics, dismissing speculation that he could one day run for the country’s presidency.The 64-year-old billionaire mining magnate has been repeatedly mentioned in the South African media as a potential successor to his brother-in-law, President Cyril Ramaphosa, whose second and final term ends in 2029.“South Africa does not need me to go into politics,” Motsepe told rep
  
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• Enzo Doesn’t Care About Chelsea –Petit

  22-07-2026 17:52 via completesports.com
  
  Former Chelsea midfielder Emmanuel Petit has disclosed that Enzo Fernández appears to have lost his commitment to the club. Petit cited the midfielder’s ongoing links to Real Madrid, unhappiness with the team’s project, and controversial public communications as reasons why fans believe his mind is elsewhere. Read Also:Chelsea Are The Biggest Club In London —Rogers [...]
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• CAF Raises WAFCON Winners’ Prize Money To $2m

  22-07-2026 17:37 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria’s Super Falcons stand to earn a record prize if they successfully defend their title after the Confederation of African Football, CAF, announced a substantial increase in the prize money for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, Completesports.com reports. CAF confirmed on Wednesday that the winners of this year’s tournament will receive $2 million, [...]
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• Pre-season: Awoniyi Scores In Forest’s 3-0 Win Against Blackburn

  22-07-2026 17:33 via completesports.com
  
  Taiwo Awoniyi was on target as Nottingham Forest continued the pre-season preparations for the 2026/27 Premier League campaign with a 3-0 win against Championship side Blackburn Rovers in Portugal on Wednesday. After Igor Jesus swept Forest into the lead with half-time approaching, two quickfire second-half goals from first Arnaud Kalimuendo, then Awoniyi ensured the Reds [...]
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• Van Bommel set to take over as Belgium coach – Reports

  22-07-2026 17:32 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Former Netherlands midfielder Mark van Bommel is set to take over as coach of the Belgium national team, local media reported Wednesday.Van Bommel and the Belgian football federation (RBFA) have come to an agreement that will see the 49-year-old sign a contract in the coming days to take charge of the Red Devils through to Euro 2028, according to Flemish daily Het Laatste Nieuws.After hanging up his boots in 2013, Van Bommel has cut his teeth as coach of PSV Eindhoven, Wolfsburg and Antwerp.Van
  
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• ‘Deep love for football’ – CAF chief backs Infantino despite criticism

  22-07-2026 16:35 via vanguardngr.com
  
  African football boss Patrice Motsepe offered an emphatic defence of FIFA president Gianni Infantino on Wednesday, portraying him as a devoted steward of the game and friend of the continent.Infantino has faced growing criticism over FIFA’s decision to delay a suspension for United States striker Folarin Balogun at the recently concluded World Cup, as well as the introduction of hydration breaks and the prospect of expanding the men’s tournament to 64 teams.“I like his deep lo
  
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• Biggest records set at FIFA World Cup 2026 [Full list]

  22-07-2026 16:25 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The 2026 FIFA World Cup ended with Spain defeating Argentina 1-0 after extra time to win the title for the second time in the country’s history.The tournament, the first to feature 48 teams, also rewrote several entries in the record books, delivering one of the highest-scoring editions in decades while producing remarkable individual and team achievements.According to statistics released by FIFA on Wednesday, here are some of the biggest records and milestones from the tournament.Highest
  
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• Wolves Cancel Training After Standoff With Arokodare

  22-07-2026 16:21 via completesports.com
  
  Championship side Wolves have canceled a first-team training session at their Compton Park training ground and deployed extra security after Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare refused to leave the pitch on Monday. According to Mirror, the incident occurred when new manager César Peixoto instructed the 25-year-old Nigerian that he was not permitted to participate in [...]
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• Full List: Real Madrid lead clubs with most goals at 2026 World Cup

  22-07-2026 16:05 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Real Madrid players finished as the highest-scoring club contingent at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, combining for 22 goals across the tournament.Despite Spain lifting the World Cup trophy after edging Argentina 1-0 in extra time in Sunday’s final, Real Madrid stars delivered the most prolific attacking displays for their respective national teams.According to FIFA’s tournament statistics released on Wednesday, France captain Kylian Mbappé was the biggest contributor, scoring 10 g
  
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• Man City’s Foden signs four-year contract extension

  22-07-2026 15:05 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Manchester City forward Phil Foden gave a boost to new boss Enzo Maresca by signing a four-year contract extension on Wednesday.Foden’s deal provides the England international with much-needed stability after a turbulent period.The 26-year-old had struggled for form during an injury-plagued period that included being left out of England’s squad for the recent World Cup.He would have been out of contract at the end of the coming season, but his new deal, which contains an option for
  
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• Eckert: Southampton manager faces FA charges over spying scandal

  22-07-2026 14:50 via thesun.ng
  
  Southampton manager Tonda Eckert has been charged by the Football Association (FA) over his alleged role in the spying scandal that resulted in the club’s expulsion from last season’s Championship play-offs.
  The FA announced on Wednesday that Eckert faces three alleged breaches of FA Rule E3.1, accusing him of misconduct that allegedly brought the game into disrepute by directing or authorising the observation of training sessions held by Oxford United, Ipswich Town and Middlesbrough
  
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• Guardiola in talks to become Italy’s next head coach

  22-07-2026 14:20 via thesun.ng
  
  Former Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has opened discussions with the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) over the possibility of becoming the next head coach of Italy’s national team, as the four-time World Cup winners intensify efforts to rebuild following another failed World Cup qualification campaign.
  The development was confirmed by FIGC president Giovanni Malagò, who acknowledged that the federation has held talks with the Spaniard and is prepared to make exceptional fi
  
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• FIFA sends message to Nigeria ahead of 2030 World Cup qualifiers

  22-07-2026 14:13 via vanguardngr.com
  
  FIFA believes Nigeria has all the ingredients needed to qualify for the 2030 FIFA World Cup, but says one crucial factor will determine whether the Super Eagles end their recent absence from football’s biggest stage.In its review of Nigeria’s prospects, the world football governing body acknowledged the country’s rich pool of talent but argued that success in the next qualification campaign will depend more on stability than ability.“The Super Eagles have soared into the
  
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• US tax rules may cut Spain’s $50m World Cup earnings by 30% – Report

  22-07-2026 14:05 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Spain could lose as much as 30 per cent of the estimated $50 million prize money it earned for winning the 2026 FIFA World Cup due to United States federal tax laws, according to reports.Under US tax regulations, income generated from activities carried out within the country is generally taxable. Payments made to non-resident foreign athletes are typically subject to a 30 per cent federal withholding tax unless a tax treaty or another exemption applies.Spain secured the 2026 FIFA World Cup tit
  
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• SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 118: Morgan Rogers Transfer To Chelsea

  22-07-2026 14:04 via completesports.com
  
  Chelsea have completed the signing of Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa in a record-breaking £117m deal. Rogers has signed a seven-year deal at Stamford Bridge and becomes the most expensive British player of all time, breaking the record set earlier this summer when Elliot Anderson joined Manchester City for £116m. Related: SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 117: [...]
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