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• Tottenham agree club record £100m move for Newcastle’s Tonali

  01-07-2026 23:35 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Tottenham Hotspur are poised to sign Sandro Tonali after agreeing a club-record £100 million ($133 million) fee for the Newcastle midfielder, several British media reports said Wednesday.Spurs boss Roberto De Zerbi appears set to win the race for the services of his fellow Italian despite interest in the 26-year-old from Premier League champions Arsenal, the club’s arch north London rivals, and Manchester City.Wednesday’s reports said an initial fee of £92.5million plus
  
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• World Cup 2026: Well Deserved Victory –Tuchel Hails England Win Against DR Congo

  01-07-2026 23:13 via completesports.com
  
  England coach Thomas Tuchel has praised his team’s relentless work ethic and belief in their 2-1 win over DR Congo in the FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 32. The Three Lions went behind inside the opening seven minutes thanks to Brian Cipenga’s strike, but a Harry Kane brace means the England will play Mexico [...]
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• Kane Surpasses Pele’s World Cup Tally In England’s Nervy Win Against DR Congo

  01-07-2026 21:25 via completesports.com
  
  Harry Kane surpassed Pelé’s World Cup goal tally courtesy of his late brace against Congo DR to salvage England’s spot in the round of 16 with a dramatic 2-1 comeback, ESPN reports. With full time fast approaching, the Three Lions looked on course for a shocking tournament exit after Congo DR had taken a seventh-minute [...]
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• World Cup: Tuchel reveals reason behind England comeback win against DR Congo

  01-07-2026 21:06 via vanguardngr.com
  
  England coach Thomas Tuchel said his team had never stopped “believing” after making a terrible start in their come-from-behind World Cup win against the Democratic Republic of Congo on Wednesday.Brian Cipenga had fired the Congolese into a shock lead after seven minutes in Atlanta, but Harry Kane scored twice in the second half of a nervy contest to send England into a last-16 meeting with tournament co-hosts Mexico in the Estadio Azteca.“We kept believing. We had the worst s
  
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• World Cup: Kane’s brace fires England past DR Congo into Round of 16

  01-07-2026 21:00 via thesun.ng
  
  England captain Harry Kane scored twice in the final 15 minutes to rescue the Three Lions from a shock exit, securing a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over DR Congo and booking a place in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
  More than 68,000 fans at Atlanta Stadium watched England recover from an early setback after Beni Cipenga stunned the favourites with a seventh-minute strike that exposed England’s sluggish start.
  After struggling to break down the resilient Congolese defence for
  
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• Laporta: Barca Won’t Wait Forever To Sign Alvarez

  01-07-2026 20:46 via completesports.com
  
  Barcelona president Joan Laporta has confirmed that the club has submitted a firm transfer offer for Atlético Madrid striker Julián Álvarez. While acknowledging the player’s desire to join, Laporta warned that the offer is not open-ended and that Barcelona will not wait indefinitely for Atlético to negotiate. Read Also:Neville: France Are Favourites To Win World [...]
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• England survive DR Congo scare to reach World Cup last 16

  01-07-2026 20:24 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Harry Kane rescued England from a seismic World Cup shock with two late goals to beat the Democratic Republic of Congo 2-1 in Atlanta and secure a place in the last 16.Aiming to end a 60-year wait to win a major tournament, Thomas Tuchel’s men escaped humiliation and one of England’s worst-ever World Cup exits, thanks to their talismanic captain, after Brian Cipenga’s early goal gave Congo an early lead.But the Three Lions will need to improve for the daunting task of facing c
  
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• NPFL: Dogo Named New Niger Tornadoes Technical Adviser

  01-07-2026 20:09 via completesports.com
  
  Niger Tornadoes have confirmed the appointment of experienced tactician Kabiru Dogo as their new technical adviser ahead of the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season. Dogo signed a three-year contract with the Minna-based club and was officially unveiled on Wednesday at the club’s secretariat in Minna. The unveiling ceremony was attended by the club’s [...]
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• Nigerian sprinter, Oghenebrume jailed 27 months in US for illegal firearm possession

  01-07-2026 19:23 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Emmanuel OkogbaNigerian sprinter Godson Oghenebrume, 23, has been sentenced to 27 months in federal prison after being convicted for possession of a firearm while admitted to the United States on a non-immigrant F-1 student visa.U.S. Chief Judge Shelly D. Dick handed down the sentence in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Oghenebrume will also be subject to removal or deportation from the United States upon completion of his prison term.Announcing the sentence, United States Attorney Kurt L. Wall state
  
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• Serena Doubtful For Wimbledon Doubles

  01-07-2026 18:54 via completesports.com
  
  Serena Williams’ participation in the Wimbledon doubles tournament alongside her sister Venus is currently uncertain after she tweaked her right knee during her first-round singles comeback loss against Maya Joint. Recall that Serena injured (tweaked) her right knee near the end of the first set during a 6-3, 6-7, 6-3 loss to 20-year-old Australian Maya [...]
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• Bayern to host Stuttgart in Bundesliga season opener

  01-07-2026 18:20 via vanguardngr.com
  
  German champions Bayern Munich will host Stuttgart when the 2026-27 season kicks-off on August 28, the Bundesliga announced Wednesday.The Friday evening match to start a campaign traditionally features the defending Bundesliga champions away from home.The two powerhouses of the German game, Bayern and Stuttgart, played four times last season, including in the German Cup final, won 3-0 by the Bavarians thanks to a Harry Kane hat-trick.The full set of fixtures will be announced on Thursday, but t
  
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• Chelsea sign 7-yr deal with Italy defender Palestra from Atalanta

  01-07-2026 17:19 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Chelsea have signed Italy defender Marco Palestra from Atalanta on a seven-year deal, the Premier League club announced Wednesday.No fee was disclosed, but British media reports said the 21-year-old’s move was worth £43 million ($57 million), rising to £47 million with add-ons.Chelsea finished a disappointing tenth in the Premier League last season but are looking to rebuild under new manager Xabi Alonso, with Palestra the first signing since the Spaniard formally started work
  
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• Bayern Munich Not Ready To Sell Olise –Hainer Tells Real Madrid

  01-07-2026 17:15 via completesports.com
  
  Bayern Munich president Herbert Hainer has ruled out selling Michael Olise to Real Madrid, telling club president Florentino Pérez to save himself the trouble of making an offer. Hainer stated that Bayern is not a selling club and described Olise as a fundamental piece under a long-term contract. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Kane, Mbappe Will [...]
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• Kiwior Joins FC Porto On Permanent Deal

  01-07-2026 17:01 via completesports.com
  
  Jakub Kiwior has joined Porto after the Portuguese side exercised their option to make his loan deal permanent. Arsenal confirmed Kiwior’s move in a statement on their website on Wednesday. “The 26-year-old defender spent two-and-a-half years in north London after arriving from Italian side Spezia in January 2023,” Arsenal wrote. “During his time with us, [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Desabre Confident DR Congo Can Trouble England

  01-07-2026 16:39 via completesports.com
  
  DR Congo head coach Sebastian Desabre insists his team will not be easy opponents for England, even as he acknowledges the tough challenge that lies ahead. The Round of 16 encounter is slated for the Atlanta Stadium on Tuesday. DR Congo Ready For Battle Desabre acknowledged the gulf in quality between the two teams but [...]
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• World Cup: Everything to know about Belgium vs Senegal match

  01-07-2026 16:37 via thesun.ng
  
  Belgium and Senegal will battle for a place in the Round of 16 when they meet in one of the standout fixtures of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 today, Wednesday.
  The knockout encounter will take place at Lumen Field in Seattle, with the Red Devils seeking to extend their title ambitions, while the Lions of Teranga hope to keep Africa’s challenge alive.
  The winner will progress to the Round of 16, where either England or DR Congo awaits.
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  The match will be played on Wednes
  
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• Neville: France Are Favourites To Win World Cup 2026

  01-07-2026 16:34 via completesports.com
  
  England legend Gary Neville has tipped France as the clear favourites to win the FIFA World Cup 2026, describing their attacking lineup as a level above the rest of the tournament. Speaking after France’s dominant 3-0 victory over Sweden, Neville noted that their attacking players (including Kylian Mbappé, Michael Olise, Ousmane Dembélé, and Bradley Barcola) [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Davido places $12,000 bet on Senegal to beat Belgium

  01-07-2026 16:20 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Emmanuel OkogbaPopular Nigerian musician Davido has placed a high-stakes bet of $12,000 on Senegal to defeat Belgium in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 match on Wednesday.The bet, placed via the betting platform Stake, also includes additional selections: Both Teams to Score and Under 3.5 goals.According to details from the betting slip, Davido will get a payout of $123,872.51 if all selections win.This latest high-profile bet by the music star comes as football fans across Africa clos
  
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• Benin City Youth League Sanctions Dynamo Academica For Rule Breach

  01-07-2026 16:16 via completesports.com
  The Benin City Youth League has condemned the conduct of Dynamo Academica Football Academy during the official award ceremony following the league final. It was observed that immediately after the conclusion of the league’s official presentation ceremony, Dynamo Academica proceeded to organize and present its own club awards to its players on the same podium [...]
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• Full List: Olise tops assists chart at 2026 World Cup

  01-07-2026 15:59 via vanguardngr.com
  
  France winger Michael Olise has moved to the top of the assists chart at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after another impressive display in Les Bleus’ Round of 32 victory over Sweden.Olise registered two assists in France’s comfortable 3-0 win, helping Didier Deschamps’ side book a place in the Round of 16, where they will face Paraguay.The Bayern Munich star set up two second-half goals to take his tally to five assists in the tournament, making him the outright leader in the playma
  
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• Done Deal: Chelsea Sign Marco Palestra From Atalanta

  01-07-2026 15:58 via completesports.com
  
  Chelsea have announced the signing of Marco Palestra from Serie A outfit Atalanta, Completesports.com reports. The Italy international signed a six-year contract with Chelsea, committing his future to Stamford Bridge until 2032. Palestra becomes the first signing of the Xabi Alonso era, marking the Spaniard’s first addition since taking charge of the Blues. The 21-year-old [...]
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• World Cup fever sparks Islamic flag controversy in Bangladesh

  01-07-2026 15:21 via thesun.ng
  
  Football celebrations surrounding the FIFA World Cup have triggered a religious and political row in Bangladesh after supporters of a hardline Islamic preacher replaced the flags of competing nations with Islamic banners in several parts of the country.
  Authorities say they have stepped up security after followers of Islamic cleric Mufti Harun Izhar responded to his call to remove the flags of countries such as Brazil and Argentina and instead fly white flags bearing the Kalima, the Islamic decl
  
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• EPL: Liverpool seal £60m deal for French defender Jeremy Jacquet

  01-07-2026 14:53 via thesun.ng
  
  Liverpool have completed the signing of France Under-21 defender Jeremy Jacquet from Rennes in a deal reportedly worth up to £60 million ($79 million).
  The 20-year-old centre-back has signed a five-year contract with the Premier League giant after Liverpool reached an agreement with Rennes in January.
  The deal also includes an option to extend his stay by a further year, subject to international clearance.
  Jacquet is expected to be fit for the start of Liverpool’s pre-season preparat
  
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• Injured Serena’s Wimbledon doubles bid with sister Venus in doubt

  01-07-2026 14:42 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Serena Williams could be forced to pull out of the Wimbledon doubles event after the American legend suffered a knee injury in her first round singles defeat.Williams, playing her first singles match in four years, was beaten by Australia’s Maya Joint in a three-set epic on Centre Court late on Tuesday evening.The 44-year-old, who retired in 2022, made a sensational comeback in June, playing doubles tournaments at Queen’s Club and Berlin.She is due to join forces with sister Venus W
  
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• SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 110: Dosu Joseph On His Football Career

  01-07-2026 14:31 via completesports.com
  
  Born on June 19, 1973, Dosu Joseph is one of the talented goalkeepers Nigeria has ever produced. Dosu helped Julius Berger win the Nigerian FA Cup in November 1996, by keeping a clean sheet in the finals against Katsina United. His career came to an abrupt end after a serious car accident in Lagos in [...]
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• Klopp open to Germany job after World Cup exit – Report

  01-07-2026 14:06 via thesun.ng
  
  Jurgen Klopp has been tipped as frontrunner to take over as head coach of Germany’s national team following their shock early elimination in the 2026 World Cup.
  Current manager, Julian Nagelsmann’s position is believed to be in major jeopardy after a Round of 32 defeat to Paraguay, and Klopp is reportedly open to the role.
  Nagelsmann has not been dismissed by the German Football Association (DFB) and has indicated he would not resign but reports from Germany indicate his ouster is ne
  
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• World Cup 2026: Amad Proud Of Côte d’Ivoire’s Historic Campaign Despite Exit

  01-07-2026 14:01 via completesports.com
  
  Amad Diallo says Cote d’Ivoire can leave FIFA World Cup 2026 proud after reaching the knockout stage for the first time in their history. The Elephants were beaten 2-1 by Norway in the Round of 32 at Dallas Stadium on Tuesday night, bringing an end to a campaign that had already delivered a major breakthrough [...]
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• Ex-Super Eagles star Emenalo steps down as Saudi Pro League football chief

  01-07-2026 13:13 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Ayobami OkerindeFormer Super Eagles defender and Chelsea technical director Michael Emenalo has stepped down as the Saudi Pro League’s chief football executive.The Saudi Pro League confirmed on Tuesday that Emenalo, who also headed the league’s Player Acquisition Center of Excellence (PACE), will leave at the expiration of his contract after joining the organisation in 2023.In a statement, the Saudi Pro League thanked Emenalo for his contributions and wished him success in his fu
  
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• Emenalo Leaves Role As Chief Football Executive Of Saudi Pro League

  01-07-2026 12:55 via completesports.com
  
  Former Super Eagles defender Michael Emenalo is leaving his role as chief football executive of the Saudi Pro League (SPL),The Athletic reports. The former Chelsea technical director, who is also leaving his position as head of the league’s Player Acquisition Center of Excellence (PACE), departs at the end of a three-year contract having arrived in [...]
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• Christensen signs new two-year deal at Barcelona

  01-07-2026 12:50 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Barcelona have extended Danish defender Andreas Christensen’s contract until June 2028, the Spanish champions said Wednesday.The 30-year-old centre-back, whose previous deal expired at the end of June, has been frequently sidelined by injuries during his time at Camp Nou.The defender has accepted a significant pay cut to stay at the club, according to Spanish reports.“FC Barcelona and Andreas Christensen have reached an agreement for the extension of the Danish defender’s cont
  
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• Brentford Chief Explains Onyeka’s Permanent Move To Coventry City

  01-07-2026 12:17 via completesports.com
  
  Brentford director of football Phil Giles has explained the decision to sanction Frank Onyeka’s permanent transfer to Coventry City. Onyeka initially moved to Coventry City on loan in February, helping the Sky Blues win the Sky Bet Championship title and return to the Premier League for the first time in 25 years. The Nigeria international [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Ibrahimovic picks five best players in football

  01-07-2026 11:59 via thesun.ng
  
  Former Sweden striker Zlatan Ibrahimović has named the five players he believes are currently the best in world football.
  Ibrahimović made the selection while working as a pundit for Fox Sports following 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 clash on Tuesday, in which France national football team defeated Sweden national football team 3-0.
  The former Paris Saint-Germain F.C. and Manchester United F.C. forward included Ousmane Dembélé, Kylian Mbappé, Michael Olise, Erlin
  
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• Blankson Leaves Rivers Angels With ‘Fond Memories’, Set For ‘Fresh Challenges’

  01-07-2026 10:28 via completesports.com
  
  Rivers Angels Head Coach, Tosan Blankson, has exclusively confirmed to Completesports.com that he has left the club with ‘Fond memories’ after a two season stint with the club. Blankson is understood to have left Rivers Angels With his backroom staff. The 56-year-old gaffer steered the club to two Rivers State Women FA Cup successes, one [...]
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• Two dead in World Cup celebrations in Mexico City

  01-07-2026 10:23 via vanguardngr.com
  
  At least two people died on Wednesday during massive celebrations in Mexico City as the national team advanced to the next round at the World Cup, according to the local government.A 19-year-old woman and a 44-year-old man died of asphyxiation, according to the city’s health ministry.Authorities have not confirmed the death of a third person, reported by local media.The celebrations came after Mexico beat Ecuador to record their first World Cup knockout win since 1986, sending the co-host
  
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• World Cup 2026: Uzbekistan Star Shomurodov Claims Best Group Stage Goal

  01-07-2026 09:42 via completesports.com
  Uzbekistan captain Eldor Shomurodov has been voted the winner of the Best Group Stage Goal award at the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026, Completesports.com reports. Shomurodov, 31, won the award for his inch-perfect lob from a tight angle against Democratic Republic of Congo in Uzbekistan’s final group stage outing in Atlanta on 27 June. The [...]
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• Why I resigned as Netherlands coach – Koeman

  01-07-2026 09:27 via thesun.ng
  
  Netherlands head coach, Ronald Koeman has resigned his appointment, citing disappointment over the European nation’s early exit from the World Cup and family commitments.
  Koeman cut short his second stint as Oranje coach after his team lost on penalties to Morocco in the round of 32.
  He became the fourth manager to step down after early exit at the ongoing tournament, following in the footsteps of Czechia’s Miroslav Koubek, Scotland’s Steve Clarke, and Hong Myung-bo of South Ko
  
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• Super Eagles Will Learn From Morocco, Others To Shine At 2030 World Cup — Senator Nwoko

  01-07-2026 09:15 via completesports.com
  
  The Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Senate Committee on Sports, Senator Ned Nwoko, has lamented the absence of the Super Eagles from the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026, but believes the impressive performances of Morocco and other African teams will inspire Nigeria to qualify for the 2030 FIFA World Cup and make a significant impact, [...]
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• World Cup: England face DR Congo hurdle, USA set eyes on Round of 16 place

  01-07-2026 09:10 via vanguardngr.com
  
  England take on the Democratic Republic of Congo at the World Cup on Wednesday looking for a place in the last 16 while co-hosts the USA prepare for the biggest match in their football history.Two European powerhouses have already been ejected from the tournament after Germany and the Netherlands were beaten on penalties in the last 32 by Paraguay and Morocco respectively — and England don’t want to be next.The Three Lions are aiming to end a 60-year wait to collect a major trophy,
  
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• World Cup 2026: Dutch Players Suffer Racist Abuse After Penalty Shootout Defeat To Morocco

  01-07-2026 08:56 via completesports.com
  
  Netherlands players who missed penalties in Monday’s World Cup penalty shootout defeat by Morocco suffered ​racist abuse online, the Dutch football association (KNVB) said on ‌Tuesday, Reuters reports. Justin Kluivert, Quinten Timber and Crysencio Summerville all failed to find the net as Morocco edged the Dutch 3-2 on penalties after ​their last-32 match in Monterrey [...]
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• World Cup 2026: I Won’t Swap Haaland For Any Player –Norway Coach Reacts To Man City Star’s Winning Goal Vs Ivory Coast

  01-07-2026 08:27 via completesports.com
  
  Following Erling Haaland’s dramatic 86th-minute winner that secured a 2-1 victory over the Ivory Coast at the FIFA World Cup 2026, Norway manager Ståle Solbakken has disclosed that he won’t swap the Manchester City star for any player. The win over the Ivorian side marked Norway’s first-ever victory in the knockout stages of a major [...]
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• 2026 World Cup: 7 countries qualify for Round of 16, 3 fixtures confirmed

  01-07-2026 08:26 via vanguardngr.com
  Seven countries have now secured their places in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with three knockout fixtures already confirmed.The latest team to book a place in the last 16 is co-hosts Mexico, who defeated Ecuador 2-0 in their Round of 32 clash on Wednesday.Julián Quiñones and Raul Jiménez scored in the first half to hand Javier Aguirre’s side a comfortable victory, while Ecuador finished the match with 10 men after Piero Hincapié was sent off in
  
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• World Cup 2026: Fae Laments Côte d’Ivoire’s Round Of 32 Exit

  01-07-2026 07:58 via completesports.com
  Cote d’Ivoire head coach Emerse Fae has lamented his team’s elimination from the FIFA World Cup 2026, Competesports.com reports. The Elephants were knocked out of the competition following a 2-1 defeat to Norway in their Round of 32 encounter on Tuesday night. Antonio Nusa gave Norway the lead with a superb finish from inside the [...]
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• World Cup 2026: England Possess Strongest Group Of Penalty Takers –Rice

  01-07-2026 07:48 via completesports.com
  
  Arsenal star Declan Rice has declared that the current England squad features the best crop of penalty takers the nation has ever had. Heading into their FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout match against DR Congo, Rice expressed absolute confidence in the team’s shootout capabilities under manager Thomas Tuchel. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Kane, Mbappe Will [...]
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• World Cup: Mexico beat Ecuador 2-0 to book last-16 place

  01-07-2026 06:10 via thesun.ng
  
  Mexico secured a convincing 2-0 victory over Ecuador on Tuesday to advance to the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez scoring first-half goals in front of a jubilant home crowd at Mexico City Stadium.
  The hosts, whose kick-off was delayed by an hour because of severe weather, took control early and never relinquished it, setting up a potential last-16 clash with either England or DR Congo.
  Ecuador threatened first when John Ye
  
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• Haaland sends Ivory Coast home

  01-07-2026 03:13 via thesun.ng
  
  •Norway sets up Brazil clash
   
  Norway triumphed 2-1 over Ivory Coast to earn their first-ever FIFA World Cup knockout win at the third attempt. The African nation had their moments in their first appearance beyond the group stage, but a late Erling Braut Haaland goal ultimately meant they could not carry their impressive recent record (W6, D1) into the business end of the tournament.
  Norway started on the front foot, and Haaland got his first sight of goal within minutes, although his
  
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• Lukaku predicts tough game against Senegal

  01-07-2026 03:11 via thesun.ng
  
  Belgium forward Romelu Lukaku has warned his teammates against underrating Senegal while admitting the African side will be a difficult team when they clash in the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Seattle Stadium on Wednesday.
  The Lions of Teranga, under coach Pape Thiaw, secured their qualification to the knockout stage following a 5-0 victory against Iraq to finish third in their Group I behind Norway, and France, who topped the pile.
  Senegal have now been drawn to face Belgium, who l
  
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• Cape Verde will beat Argentina 1-0, predicts president

  01-07-2026 03:11 via thesun.ng
  
  The president of Cape Verde, José Maria Neves, predicts his country will defeat defending champions Argentina in the last 32 of the Fifa World Cup as the upstarts continue to “write their destiny”.
  “I think Cape Verde can beat Argentina 1-0,” he said in an exclusive interview with the BBC.
  “We are playing to win… when expectations are low regarding a team, and if that team has the urge to win, it is possible. A small nation like Cape Verde should make
  
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• Leboeuf: World Cup Golden Boot between Kane, Mbappe

  01-07-2026 02:51 via thesun.ng
  
  France and Chelsea legend Frank Leboeuf has revealed who he believes will go all the way for the World Cup Golden Boot.
  As many as 15 different players scored three or more goals during the group stage in what has been a World Cup jam packed full of shots that have found the back of the net.
  As it stands Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland, Ousmane Dembele and Vinicius Junior are on 4 goals. At the top of the pile sits Lionel Messi on an incredible 6 after he became the World Cup’s highest score
  
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• Loss to Morocco difficult to analyse – Van Dijk

  01-07-2026 02:50 via thesun.ng
  
  Virgil van Dijk has hailed the Netherlands’ performance against Morocco despite their loss.
  The Netherlands missed three spot kicks as Morocco came from behind to beat the Dutch on penalties in Monterrey to reach the last 16 where they will face Canada in Houston on Saturday.
  It was a heartbreaking defeat as they join Germany as two European sides who fly home following defeat on penalties against teams from other continents.
  Speaking after the game, Van Dijk praised his side who he thinks
  
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• Ghana vs Colombia Clash Prophet drops prediction about Partey

  01-07-2026 02:48 via thesun.ng
  
  Prophet Kwabena Okumdom, a renowned Ghanaian seer, has released a prophecy for Thomas Partey ahead of the Ghana vs Colombia clash in the ongoing FIFA World Cup.
  In a video shared on social media, Prophet Kwabena Okumdom said God was going to restore Thomas Partey, claiming the almighty would use Ghana’s match against Colombia for the upliftment.
  According to him, the Black Stars midfielder will be the saviour of the clash, explaining that he has already watched the match in the spiritual r
  
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