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• World Cup: Ecuador 0-0 Curacao: Room earns historic point for debutants

  21-06-2026 04:44 via thesun.ng
  
  Curacao secured the first World Cup point in their history after holding Ecuador to a goalless draw in Group E, thanks to a remarkable goalkeeping display from veteran shot-stopper Eloy Room.
  The 37-year-old produced 15 saves at Kansas City Stadium to frustrate Ecuador and equal the World Cup record for the most saves in a single match.
  Room repeatedly denied Ecuador’s attackers, including Enner Valencia, Moises Caicedo, Gonzalo Plata and Kevin Rodriguez, as the South Americans failed to c
  
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• World Cup: Germany 2-1 Ivory Coast – Undav fires Germans into last 32

  21-06-2026 03:58 via thesun.ng
  
  Germany booked their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stage after substitute Deniz Undav scored twice in a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over Ivory Coast in Toronto.
  The four-time world champions fell behind in the 30th minute when Ivory Coast captain Franck Kessie converted from close range after Germany failed to clear their lines.
  Germany dominated possession and created several chances but were frustrated by two disallowed goals before head coach Julian Nagelsmann turned to his benc
  
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• Undefeated Itauma takes on Hrgovic August 29

  21-06-2026 02:44 via thesun.ng
  
  A huge heavyweight showdown will take place at The O2 on Saturday August 29th, when the undefeated Moses Itauma takes on leading contender Filip Hrgovic, live on DAZN PPV.
  At just 21, Itauma will take a step up by challenging himself against a seasoned opponent who has only suffered one defeat, and previously ranked No.1 by the IBF.
  Hrgovic, 34 and from Croatia, showed his own ring-readiness in the middle of May at the home of Doncaster FC where he swiftly overcame the threat presented by home f
  
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• AFN Commonwealth Games Trials begins in Lagos

  21-06-2026 02:43 via thesun.ng
  
  . As athletes battle for Team Nigeria places
   
  By Joe Apu
  Nigeria’s preparations for the 2026 Commonwealth Games gathers momentum today as the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) stages its national trials at the Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) Sports Complex in Lagos.
  The three-day competition, which will run from June 21 to 23, will serve as the final selection event for athletes hoping to secure places on Team Nigeria for the Commonwealth Games.
  The trials were originally s
  
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• Trabzonspor rejects offers for Onuachu

  21-06-2026 02:41 via thesun.ng
  
  Trabzonspor have reportedly rejected offers for Paul Onuachu, with the Nigerian striker emerging as one of the most sought-after players in the transfer market.
  According to Sabah, the Black Sea giants are determined to keep Onuachu at the club as they prepare for the new season, viewing him as a key figure in their plans to challenge for the league title.
  Trabzonspor president Ertuğrul Doğan has reportedly closed the door on a possible departure for the forward, whose name has been re
  
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• 2026 CBN Championship: Usoh emerges Wheelchair Women’s Singles Champion

  21-06-2026 02:41 via thesun.ng
  
  Andrea Usoh of Edo delivered a dominant performance to claim the Wheelchair Women’s Singles title at the 2026 CBN National Open Championship, defeating Chituru Nwazuzu 6-0, 6-1 in Abuja.
  The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the match was played at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja.
  Usoh was in complete control throughout the contest, overwhelming her opponent with powerful groundstrokes and consistent court coverage to take the opening set without dropping a game.
  Nwazuzu
  
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• Sabalenka sent packing by Pegula in Berlin

  21-06-2026 02:40 via thesun.ng
  
  Aryna Sabalenka lost another deciding set without winning a game as an impressive Jessica Pegula beat the world number one to reach the Berlin Open final.
  Belarusian Sabalenka never looked settled against Pegula, who recovered from losing a tight second set to come through 6-4 6-7 (4-7) 6-0.
  American Pegula had lost five of her past six matches against Sabalenka but her flat shots and superb return of serve anchored her performance this time around.
  For Sabalenka it is another disappointing deci
  
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• Cleaques Sports unveils ambitious roadmap for emerging football talents

  21-06-2026 02:15 via thesun.ng
  
  By Bolaji Okunola
  Cleaques Sports, a digital platform focused on grassroots sports development, has announced new initiatives aimed at elevating emerging football talents to the global stage.
  The announcement was made over the weekend during a media parley held at the UNILAG Guest House in Lagos.
  Speaking at the event, the Vice of Strategic Partnerships and Ecosystem Growth, Saint Agomeze Chukwuemeka, said the platform is designed to enable young players upload video highlights that can be acces
  
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• Rashford to miss the Ghana clash

  21-06-2026 02:13 via thesun.ng
  
  Marcus Rashford is reportedly set to miss the Ghana clash after picking up a small injury.
  England’s World Cup campaign now moves to Boston, where they face Ghana on Tuesday following an impressive 4-2 win over Croatia in their opening game.
  The Three Lions found goals through Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham and Rashford who sealed the win with a late goal after latching on to a pass from Bukayo Saka.
  Tuchel’s side are the favourites to beat both Ghana and Panama in their final Group Sta
  
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• Ibrahimovic picks FIFA World Cup 2026 winner

  21-06-2026 02:12 via thesun.ng
  
  Legendary footballer Zlatan Ibrahimovic has backed the United States to make a deep FIFA World Cup run after their 2-0 victory over Australia secured consecutive World Cup wins for the first time since 1930. He believes the Americans have the momentum, confidence and home support needed to compete for football’s biggest prize.
  The United States secured their place in the World Cup knockout stage with a 2-0 victory over Australia in Seattle, extending its winning streak to two matches. An e
  
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• Why Messi wasn’t sent off for covering his mouth

  21-06-2026 02:10 via thesun.ng
  
  Lionel Messi was at the centre of a 2026 World Cup row after Argentina’s 3-0 victory against Algeria. Now, the 39-year-old could potentially be involved in another.
  Many believed the Argentina superstar was lucky not to be shown a straight red card after a high challenge on Algerian defender Aissa Mandi. It caused lots of fans to claim that Messi was given preferential treatment by referees and officials.
  That line of thinking has led to questions surrounding another incident involving the
  
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• … FIFA statement after Almiron red card

  21-06-2026 02:09 via thesun.ng
  
  After controversy was sparked online surrounding Almiron’s red card, FIFA have released a statement explaining why he was dismissed. Football’s governing body confirmed this was one of the new rules implemented at the competition.
  The statement read: “Following a VAR review in the FIFA World Cup match between Türkiye and Paraguay, Miguel Almiron was shown a red card for covering his mouth.
  Miguel Almiron has became the first player to be shown a red card for covering his m
  
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• How to handle Haaland gives Senegal coach plenty to ponder

  21-06-2026 02:08 via thesun.ng
  
  Senegal have ​been touted as Africa’s best hope at the World Cup but had their ⁠confidence knocked by a 3-1 loss to France in their opening game.
  Norway, in contrast, made ​a winning start in their first World Cup game since 1998, with Haaland netting twice in ​a 4-1 victory over Iraq in Boston.
  How best to deal with Haaland will have given Thiaw plenty to ponder, particularly whether to persist with Koulibaly or replace him with 20-year-old Mamadou Sarr.
  When Kouli
  
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• Dalot stands by Ronaldo after Portugal’s opening game criticism

  21-06-2026 02:07 via thesun.ng
  
  Portugal defender Diogo Dalot delivered a defiant riposte to critics’ on Saturday, claiming there were people actively rooting against his country’s World Cup campaign following their stuttering start in Group K.
  Dalot’s ‌comments came after what he described as a few hard days following Portugal’s disappointing 1-1 ‌draw with Democratic Republic of Congo.
  The result unleashed a torrent ‌of online criticism and abuse ahead of their clash with Uzbekistan on
  
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• Nigerian Players Likely To Seal Summer Transfers Next Season

  21-06-2026 01:54 via completesports.com
  
  The summer transfer window is heating up, and several Nigerian stars could be on the move as clubs across Europe look to strengthen their squads ahead of the new season. From established Super Eagles internationals to emerging talents making waves abroad, which Nigerian players are most likely to secure big transfers this summer? Related: Positives [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Germany Qualify For Knockout Round After Dramatic Win Against Côte d’Ivoire

  21-06-2026 00:26 via completesports.com
  
  Germany came from behind to beat Cote d’Ivoire 2-1 on Saturday night at BMO Field, with substitute Deniz Undav scoring twice in the second half, including a stoppage-time winner, to complete the turnaround. Franck Kessié had given Côte d’Ivoire the lead in the 30th minute, but Undav’s double in the final half-hour swung the match [...]
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