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• ศึกอาเซียนคัพ 2026 จะเปลี่ยนโฉมหน้าฟุตบอลไทยได้อย่างไร

  28-07-2026 14:26 via completesports.com
  การแข่งขันฟุตบอลอาเซียนคัพ 2026 กำลังจะกลายเป็นจุดเปลี่ยนสำคัญของวงการฟุตบอล$
  
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• ‘My time with Brazil is over’ – Neymar retires from int’l football

  29-07-2026 12:32 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Enitan AbdultawabBrazilian football star Neymar Jr. has officially announced his retirement from international football, ending a 16-year career with the Seleção following the country’s exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The 34-year-old Santos forward made the announcement after his side’s 4-2 victory over Universidad Central in the second leg of the Copa Sudamericana knockout round playoffs, putting an end to speculation that he could make a return to the national t
  
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• English FA says ‘deeply concerned’ over FIFA plans

  29-07-2026 12:28 via vanguardngr.com
  
  England’s Football Association said Wednesday it was “deeply concerned about the lack of process and governance” after FIFA confirmed plans to sell stakes in its major competitions.The sport’s world governing body on Tuesday announced proposals to set up a commercial subsidiary to run events, which would reportedly have links to the extended family of US President Donald Trump.The announcement produced a furious backlash from European football’s governing body
  
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• ‘Hands off our game,’ EU tells FIFA over private investor plans

  29-07-2026 12:25 via vanguardngr.com
  
  EU sports chief Glenn Micallef on Wednesday hit out at FIFA’s plans to sell a stake in its competitions including the World Cup, warning international football’s governing body: “Hands off our game.”“The relentless commercialisation of football has become corrosive,” he said on X, adding: “Commercial success should strengthen football, not consume it.”FIFA plans to sell a stake in the business operations of the World Cup and its other competitions
  
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• EPL: Sweeping new rules revealed for 2026/27 season

  29-07-2026 11:53 via thesun.ng
  
  The Premier League has confirmed a raft of new regulations and officiating guidelines that will come into effect from the 2026/27 season, introducing significant changes aimed at reducing time-wasting, protecting players and improving the overall flow of matches.
  The new measures, developed in collaboration with the International Football Association Board (IFAB) and the Football Association (FA), will also refine the use of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) and strengthen the authority of match
  
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• Manuel Neuer ‘very likely’ to retire at end of season

  29-07-2026 11:24 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Veteran Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer said it is “very likely” he will retire at the end of the upcoming season.Speaking at a training camp in southern Bavaria on Tuesday evening, the 40-year-old Bayern captain said he was almost certain this campaign would be his last.“It certainly looks very likely I’m going to retire,” Neuer told reporters.In May, Neuer signed a one-year contract extension.Neuer said the potential of the current Bayern squad convinced hi
  
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• Full List: New EPL rules to be introduced in 2026/27 season

  29-07-2026 11:11 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The English Premier League, EPL in coordination with the International Football Association Board (IFAB) and the Football Association (FA), has introduced a suite of mandatory law changes and refereeing guidelines ahead of the 2026/27 season.
  Designed to curb time-wasting, protect players, improve match flow, and refine Video Assistant Referee (VAR) protocols, these updates mark significant operational shifts in English top-flight football.Below is the complete breakdown of the new rules set to
  
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• WAFCON: Okoronkwo speaks on Super Falcons’ shock defeat to Malawi

  29-07-2026 10:45 via thesun.ng
  
  Nigeria’s Super Falcons opened their 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) campaign with a surprise 3-2 defeat to tournament debutants Malawi in a Group C encounter on Tuesday.
  The nine-time African champions were undone by Malawi’s star sisters, Temwa and Tabitha Chawinga.
  Temwa netted a brace, while Tabitha scored the third goal to seal a memorable victory for the newcomers.
  Nigeria fought back through goals from captain Rasheedat Ajibade and substitute Uchenna Kanu, bu
  
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• Rangers International Choose Remo Stars Stadium For 2026/27 CAFCL Home Games

  29-07-2026 10:42 via completesports.com
  
  Rangers International will play their preliminary-round home matches in the 2026/2027 CAF Champions League at the Remo Stars Stadium, Ikene, Ogun State, Completesports.com can exclusively report. The Flying Antelopes, who are the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) champions, will be making their 11th appearance in Africa’s premier interclub competition during the 2026/2027 season. Why [...]
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• UEFA threatens World Cup boycott over FIFA investment plan

  29-07-2026 10:21 via thesun.ng
  
  UEFA is considering a boycott of future FIFA World Cup tournaments as opposition intensifies against FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s proposal to open the commercial rights of football’s biggest competition to private investors.
  According to reports by ESPN, UEFA is pushing to convene an emergency meeting of its 55 member associations this week to discuss a coordinated response, including the possibility of refusing to participate in future World Cups if FIFA proceeds with its contr
  
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• World Cup: Argentina president alleges US Democrats, Brazil financed ‘anti-Argentina’ campaign

  29-07-2026 10:05 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Argentina President Javier Milei has alleged that the wave of criticism directed at the country’s national team during and after the 2026 FIFA World Cup was part of a coordinated campaign financed by the US Democratic Party and the governments of Brazil and Mexico.According to The Guardian, Milei made the claims during an interview with a local radio station on Sunday, more than a week after Spain defeated Argentina in the World Cup final.The Argentine leader argued that the backlash, whi
  
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• Kerkez: Iraola Is Perfect Fit For Liverpool

  29-07-2026 10:03 via completesports.com
  
  Liverpool defender Milos Kerkez believes Andoni Iraola is a perfect fit for the club due to his high-intensity style, fearless one-on-one pressing, and ability to give players tactical freedom. Kerkez previously played under Iraola for two seasons at Bournemouth, where the coach helped develop him into a top-flight full-back. Read Also:Chelsea Considering Shock Move For [...]
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• Our Ambition Is To Win Everything This Season —Chelsea Winger Gittens

  29-07-2026 09:50 via completesports.com
  
  Jamie Gittens says Chelsea’s ambition is “to win everything” this season under Xabi Alonso. Alonso took over at Chelsea in June after the club endured a turbulent 2025-26, with Enzo Maresca leaving in January before his successor, Liam Rosenior, was sacked a little over three months later. The Blues missed out on European football on [...]
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• Akpoguma Agrees Two-Year Deal With Serie A Club

  29-07-2026 09:46 via completesports.com
  
  Kevin Akpoguma is on the verge of joining newly promoted Serie A club Frosinone after the Italian outfit struck an agreement to sign the central defender, reports Completesports.com. According to transfer expert, Gianluca Di Marzio, Akpoguma will arrive in Italy on Wednesday (today) to undergo his medical and sign a contract that will keep him [...]
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• WAFCON: Why Super Falcons lost to Malawi — Okoronkwo

  29-07-2026 09:44 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Nigeria’s Super Falcons suffered a shocking setback in their Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) opener on Tuesday, falling 3-2 to debutants Malawi in their Group C clash.Heavy favorites heading into the match, the defending champions struggled to contain Malawi’s standout sister duo, Temwa and Tabitha Chawinga. Temwa scored twice while Tabitha added a third to complete the stunning upset. Nigeria managed to find the net through Rasheedat Ajibade and substitute Uchenna Kanu
  
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• EPL: Chelsea prepare Welbeck medical ahead of transfer

  29-07-2026 09:28 via thesun.ng
  
  Brighton forward Danny Welbeck is on the verge of joining Chelsea after agreeing personal terms with the Premier League club.
  The former Manchester United and Arsenal striker is expected to undergo a medical before completing the transfer and signing a two-year contract at Stamford Bridge.
  Welbeck is expected to finalise the move in the coming days, with Chelsea keen to strengthen their attacking options ahead of the new season.
  Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso is understood to have approved the sign
  
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• UEFA Threatens To Boycott FIFA World Cup

  29-07-2026 09:16 via completesports.com
  
  European nations are discussing boycotting the World Cup if Gianni Infantino pushes ahead with plans to sell off part of FIFA to private investors, Sky News reports. UEFA nations will hold an emergency meeting virtually this week to discuss their opposition to FIFA’s attempt to launch a new commercial company with external investment, a source [...]
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• WAFCON 2026: I Don’t Understand How Super Falcons Lost To Malawi —Udeze

  29-07-2026 08:18 via completesports.com
  
  Former Nigeria international Ifeanyi Udeze has expressed shock following the Super Falcons 3-2 defeat to WAFCON debutants Malawi on Tuesday. Despite going into the contest as underdogs, Malawi came out tops thanks to Chawinga sisters Temwa and Tabitha who got the three goals. Temwa put Malawi in front on 69th minute before Tabitha doubled the [...]
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• WAFCON 2026: I Don’t Understand How Super Falcons Lose To Malawi —Udeze

  29-07-2026 08:18 via completesports.com
  
  Former Nigeria international Ifeanyi Udeze has expressed shock following the Super Falcons 3-2 defeat to WAFCON debutants Malawi on Tuesday. Despite going into the contest as underdogs, Malawi came out tops thanks to Chawinga sisters Temwa and Tabitha who got the three goals. Chawinga Sisters Go On Rampage Against Super Falcons Temwa put Malawi in [...]
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• WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons Will Bounce Back From Malawi Defeat — Oshoala

  29-07-2026 08:07 via completesports.com
  
  Super Falcons forward Asisat Oshoala has assured Nigerians that the team will recover from their disappointing opening defeat to Malawi at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, reports Completesports.com. The defending champions suffered a shock 3-2 loss to the Scorchers in their Group C opener at the Al Madina Stadium in Rabat on Tuesday [...]
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• Rashford, Not Vinicius Will Be Ideal Signing For Arsenal –Gallas Advises Arteta

  29-07-2026 07:58 via completesports.com
  
  Former Chelsea star William Gallas has advised Arsenal to forget about pursuing Real Madrid star Vinícius and focus instead on signing Marcus Rashford. In a chat with iPredicta, Gallas believes Rashford represents a smart, highly effective attacking option for Premier League sides looking for proven quality. Read Also:Chelsea Lead Race To Sign Henderson “Rashford would [...]
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• Ajayi powers Nigeria to another Commonwealth Games medal in 100m

  29-07-2026 07:52 via thesun.ng
  
  Nigerian sprint sensation Kayinsola Ajayi claimed a bronze medal in the men’s 100 metres at the 2026 Commonwealth Games on Tuesday, as Team Nigeria’s medal tally increased to 11 following another podium finish in Glasgow.
  The 21-year-old sprinter crossed the finish line in 9.90 seconds, finishing behind Cameroon’s Emmanuel Eseme and Australia’s Lachlan Kennedy in a fiercely contested final held under challenging wet conditions at Scotstoun Stadium.
  Eseme produced a remark
  
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• World Cup winner Rodri reveals three greatest players of all time

  29-07-2026 07:47 via thesun.ng
  
  Spain World Cup winner Rodri has named Zinedine Zidane, Lionel Messi and Andres Iniesta as the three greatest footballers of all time.
  The Manchester City midfielder made the selection during a recent interview shared on Instagram by Sports Direct Football, where he was asked to name his favourite players in football history.
  Rodri responded by picking Real Madrid legend Zidane, Argentina captain Messi and former Barcelona midfield star Iniesta without hesitation.
  “My three favourite playe
  
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• Malawi stuns Nigeria 3-2 in WAFCON opener

  29-07-2026 02:41 via thesun.ng
  
  Debutants Malawi pulled off a shock 3-2 victory over Nigeria’s Super Falcons in their opening Group C fixture at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Rabat.
  The result marks a stunning start to the tournament for Malawi, who are appearing at WAFCON for the first time, while Nigeria began their campaign with defeat.
  The first half was goalless, with the Super Falcons dominating possession and territory but unable to find a breakthrough. Chiamaka Nnadozie was called into
  
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• CWG Glasgow 2026: Team Nigeria sets up semifinal onslaught as 8 athletes advance

  29-07-2026 02:39 via thesun.ng
  
  Team Nigeria produced a wave of strong performances on Day Five of the 2026 Commonwealth Games, with athletes across track and pool booking their places in the semifinals as the country pushes for further medal success.
  On the track, Edidiong Udo made an eye-catching debut in the men’s 400 metres, winning Heat One in 45.73 seconds — a margin of almost a full second — to reach the semifinals in his first international outing over the distance for Nigeria. He joins Samuel Ogazi,
  
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• Ogundiran withdraws from athletics event

  29-07-2026 02:37 via thesun.ng
  
  Team Nigeria’s athletics campaign at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow has suffered another major setback following the withdrawal of sprinter Blessing Ogundiran due to health challenges, BSNSports.com.ng reports.
  Ogundiran has been forced to pull out of the competition, dealing another blow to Nigeria’s medal aspirations in the athletics events. Her withdrawal comes just days after fellow Nigerian athlete Israel Okon was also ruled out of the Games due to injury, further reduci
  
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• NBBF names 36 players for U18 AfroBasket camp ahead of Abidjan championships

  29-07-2026 02:36 via thesun.ng
  
  The Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) has called up 36 players — 15 boys and 21 girls — for a national preparatory camp ahead of the 2026 FIBA U18 AfroBasket Championships.
  The camp opened Tuesday, 28 July 2026, at the Athletes High Performance Centre, Package B, Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja.
  Coach Michael Ikima will oversee the Junior D’Tigers, while Coach Akindele Peter takes charge of the Junior D’Tigress. Final squad selection for both travelling teams w
  
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• Akin Oyebode Cup 2026: Afriskaut onboards Ekiti youth teams

  29-07-2026 02:35 via thesun.ng
  
  In a significant step toward professionalizing grassroots football in Ekiti State, Afriskaut, a leading African football scouting and talent discovery platform, has successfully onboarded youth team representatives ahead of the fifth edition of the Prof Akin Oyebode Cup
  The onboarding session, organized by Phoenix Athletics Sports Limited (the managing company of the competition), focused on data management and the effective use of Afriskaut’s platform. Representatives from various Local F
  
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• Beşiktaş: No formal bids from Saudi clubs for Ndidi

  29-07-2026 02:33 via thesun.ng
  
  Beşiktaş Football Director Önder Özen has addressed reports about the potential transfer of Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi, BSNSports.comng reports.
  Özen stated that while there is interest from Saudi clubs in Ndidi, no formal offer has been received so far.
  Turkish newspaper Milliyet reported that Al-Ittihad had proposed €10.5 million for Ndidi, with the possibility of increasing to €12.5 million through bonuses.
  Özen commented, “There is intere
  
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• Aftermath of 2026 World Cup: iLOTBET Gives Away ₦150m Duplex, Other Prizes

  29-07-2026 02:31 via thesun.ng
  
  The Grand Ballroom of the Ikeja Marriott Hotel came alive on Monday as sports betting platform iLOTBET presented a luxury five-bedroom duplex worth ₦150 million to Sokoto-based businessman Samuel Nneke, fulfilling the grand prize promise of its 2026 FIFA World Cup promotion.
  The award ceremony, hosted by Nollywood actor and television personality Jide Awobona, attracted gaming industry regulators, corporate executives, media representatives, and hundreds of participants who gathered to cel
  
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