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• WAFCON 2026: Madugu Expects Tough Test Against ‘Good Side’ Malawi

  27-07-2026 23:37 via completesports.com
  
  Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu says his players will give Malawi the respect they deserve, describing the debutants as a quality side capable of posing a stern challenge in their opening match at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. The defending champions will take on the Scorchers in a Group C encounter at [...]
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• Ronaldo Lands Major Role In New TV Drama

  27-07-2026 23:04 via completesports.com
  
  Portugal star Cristiano Ronaldo is expanding his entertainment portfolio by signing on to star in  a new scripted television drama titled Day 1s, teaming up with Kingsman director Matthew Vaughn. Day 1s is a fictional drama series focusing on the high-stakes, intricate world of UK soccer agents. It is based on a concept created by [...]
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• Done Deal: Orban Joins Turkish Club On Loan

  27-07-2026 22:55 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria striker Gift Orban has joined Turkish Süper Lig club Amedspor on loan, Completesports.com reports. The 22-year-old striker spent last season on loan at Italian club Hellas Verona, where he recorded seven goals and two assists in 28 appearances. Bundesliga club TSG Hoffenheim announced the agreement with Amedspor on their official website. Read Also:Serie A [...]
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• Cape Verde’s Cabral Wins World Cup 2026 Goal Of The Tournament Award

  27-07-2026 22:36 via completesports.com
  
  Cape Verde full-back Sidny Lopes Cabral has won the World Cup Goal of the Tournament award for his spectacular strike against Argentina in the round of 32, beIN Sports reports. The tournament debutants threatened to cause arguably the biggest upset in World Cup history when they took on the 2022 champions and eventual 2026 runners-up [...]
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• Maldini, Leonardo resign from FIGC roles amid Italy’s World Cup crisis

  27-07-2026 22:12 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyePaolo Maldini and Leonardo have resigned from their roles with the Italian Football Federation (FIGC), according to Sky Sport Italia, in another major setback for Italy as the four-time world champions grapple with a deepening football crisis after missing the World Cup for a third consecutive time.The dramatic development comes only days after the former AC Milan figures agreed to spearhead a major overhaul of Italian football, with Maldini appointed technical director and
  
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• Maldini, Leonardo resign from FIGC roles amid Italy’s World Cup crisis

  27-07-2026 22:12 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyePaolo Maldini and Leonardo have resigned from their roles with the Italian Football Federation (FIGC), according to Sky Sport Italia, in another major setback for Italy as the four-time world champions grapple with a deepening football crisis after missing the World Cup for a third consecutive time.The dramatic development comes only days after the former AC Milan figures agreed to spearhead a major overhaul of Italian football, with Maldini appointed technical director and
  
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• Ballon d’Or 2026 power rankings: Kane leads race as key dates, shortlist timeline emerge

  27-07-2026 21:47 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The race for the 2026 Ballon d’Or has intensified following the conclusion of the FIFA World Cup, with England captain Harry Kane leading the latest power rankings ahead of the official shortlist announcement.The award will recognise the best-performing footballer over the 2025-26 European season, with performances from August 1, 2025, to July 31, 2026, taken into account.France Football is expected to unveil the 30-man shortlist in August before the winner is crowned at the Ballon d&rsqu
  
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• Ballon d’Or 2026 power rankings: Kane leads race as key dates, shortlist timeline emerge

  27-07-2026 21:47 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The race for the 2026 Ballon d’Or has intensified following the conclusion of the FIFA World Cup, with England captain Harry Kane leading the latest power rankings ahead of the official shortlist announcement.The award will recognise the best-performing footballer over the 2025-26 European season, with performances from August 1, 2025, to July 31, 2026, taken into account.France Football is expected to unveil the 30-man shortlist in August before the winner is crowned at the Ballon d&rsqu
  
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• WAFCON 2026: Tanzania Record Shock 2-1 Win Against South Africa

  27-07-2026 21:38 via completesports.com
  
  Tanzania caused the first major upset of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) with a 2-1 win over Bafana Bafana of South Africa in their first Group B fixture in Casablanca on Monday. Despite edging the early exchanges it was Tanzania who took the lead in the 37th minute following a quick breakaway. [...]
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• Chelsea Lead Race To Sign Henderson

  27-07-2026 20:57 via completesports.com
  
  Chelsea are plotting a shock swoop for Brentford star and former Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson, The Sun reports. The Blues are aiming to add more experience this summer and see the England veteran as an ideal addition. Henderson, 36, joined Brentford on a two-year deal ahead of last season following 18 months at Ajax. Keith [...]
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• Cape Verde’s Sidny Lopes Cabral wins World Cup 2026 goal of tournament award

  27-07-2026 19:58 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Cape Verde defender Sidny Lopes Cabral has been named the winner of the Hyundai Goal of the Tournament at the FIFA World Cup 2026 after his stunning strike against Argentina in the Round of 32 was voted the competition’s best goal.Lopes Cabral’s spectacular effort came during Cape Verde’s dramatic 3-2 extra-time defeat to eventual finalists Argentina in Miami, where he curled a brilliant shot into the top corner after weaving past Alexis Mac Allister to level the match at 2-2.
  
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• Cape Verde’s Sidny Lopes Cabral wins World Cup 2026 goal of tournament award

  27-07-2026 19:58 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Cape Verde defender Sidny Lopes Cabral has been named the winner of the Hyundai Goal of the Tournament at the FIFA World Cup 2026 after his stunning strike against Argentina in the Round of 32 was voted the competition’s best goal.Lopes Cabral’s spectacular effort came during Cape Verde’s dramatic 3-2 extra-time defeat to eventual finalists Argentina in Miami, where he curled a brilliant shot into the top corner after weaving past Alexis Mac Allister to level the match at 2-2.
  
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• Infantino Blasts World Cup 2026 Critics For Spreading Hate, False Rumours

  27-07-2026 19:42 via completesports.com
  
  FIFA President Gianni Infantino has released a fierce defense of the 2026 World Cup, accusing detractors of being consumed by hate and spreading false rumours. In a lengthy open letter published on July 27, 2026, the FIFA chief hit back at mounting negative coverage regarding the tournament hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. [...]
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• WAFCON: Super Falcons target high-margin win against debutants Malawi

  27-07-2026 19:39 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Cup-holders Nigeria aim to kick off their defence of the Women Africa Cup of Nations title in an emphatic manner when they lock horns with debuting ‘Scorchers’ of Malawi at the Al Medina Stadium in Rabat on Tuesday night.Last year, the most successful women’s team on the African continent and one of the best in the world came from behind to snatch the crown from the hands of Morocco’s Atlas Lionesses, with a 3-2 win in a memorable Final.The Lionesses, targeting a third s
  
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• WAFCON: Super Falcons target high-margin win against debutants Malawi

  27-07-2026 19:39 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Cup-holders Nigeria aim to kick off their defence of the Women Africa Cup of Nations title in an emphatic manner when they lock horns with debuting ‘Scorchers’ of Malawi at the Al Medina Stadium in Rabat on Tuesday night.Last year, the most successful women’s team on the African continent and one of the best in the world came from behind to snatch the crown from the hands of Morocco’s Atlas Lionesses, with a 3-2 win in a memorable Final.The Lionesses, targeting a third s
  
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• Glasgow 2026: Lawal Clinches Team Nigeria’s Sixth Gold, Sets Games Record In Weightlifting

  27-07-2026 19:39 via completesports.com
  
  Team Nigeria’s Rafiatu Folashade Lawal successfully defended her Commonwealth Games title with another commanding performance, shattering the Games record to win gold in the women’s 58kg weightlifting event at Glasgow 2026. Lawal delivered a superb display, lifting a combined total of 229kg to claim the gold medal and set a new Commonwealth Games record, finishing [...]
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• Nigeria among countries whose citizens traveled for World Cup, seek to remain in Canada[Full list]

  27-07-2026 18:51 via vanguardngr.com
  
  A total of 175 visitors who travelled to Canada for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have applied for asylum, with citizens of Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal and several other countries among those seeking to remain in the country after the tournament.Figures released by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) show that, as of July 20, 175 asylum claims had been filed by people who identified themselves as FIFA World Cup visitors in their temporary residence applications.Canada hosted 13 World Cup
  
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• Nigeria among countries whose citizens traveled for World Cup, seek to remain in Canada[Full list]

  27-07-2026 18:51 via vanguardngr.com
  
  A total of 175 visitors who travelled to Canada for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have applied for asylum, with citizens of Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal and several other countries among those seeking to remain in the country after the tournament.Figures released by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) show that, as of July 20, 175 asylum claims had been filed by people who identified themselves as FIFA World Cup visitors in their temporary residence applications.Canada hosted 13 World Cup
  
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• WAFU B U-20 Championship: Flying Eagles Begin Title Defence With Win Over Ghana

  27-07-2026 18:26 via completesports.com
  
  Defending champions Nigeria’s Flying Eagles made a winning start to their WAFU B U-20 Championship title defence with an entertaining 4-2 victory over rivals Ghana’s Black Satellites on Monday. Abdu Maikaba’s side came flying out of the blocks, and deservedly took the lead in the sixth minute through Olayemi Ayinla. Ghana responded positively after the [...]
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• Female Referee Suffers Concussion In Melee During Preseason Friendly

  27-07-2026 17:54 via completesports.com
  French referee Mathilde Demoncay suffered a concussion after being knocked to the ground while trying to break up a player melee during a pre-season friendly match between French club Metz and Dutch side Fortuna Sittard. The situation began in the 40th minute of the first half when players from both teams engaged in a war [...]
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• English football to try new rule against goalkeeper tactical timeouts

  27-07-2026 17:52 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeEnglish football is set to try a new rule aimed at stopping goalkeepers from deliberately using injury stoppages as tactical timeouts during matches, with teams potentially forced to play with 10 men for one minute if a goalkeeper receives treatment, the BBC Sport reports.The Football Association, Premier League, English Football League, National League and Women’s Super League have agreed to the trial, subject to approval from the International Football Association B
  
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• English football to try new rule against goalkeeper tactical timeouts

  27-07-2026 17:52 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeEnglish football is set to try a new rule aimed at stopping goalkeepers from deliberately using injury stoppages as tactical timeouts during matches, with teams potentially forced to play with 10 men for one minute if a goalkeeper receives treatment, the BBC Sport reports.The Football Association, Premier League, English Football League, National League and Women’s Super League have agreed to the trial, subject to approval from the International Football Association B
  
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• English football to trial new rule against goalkeeper tactical timeouts

  27-07-2026 17:52 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeEnglish football is set to trial a new rule aimed at stopping goalkeepers from deliberately using injury stoppages as tactical timeouts during matches, with teams potentially forced to play with 10 men for one minute if a goalkeeper receives treatment, the BBC Sport reports.The Football Association, Premier League, English Football League, National League and Women’s Super League have agreed to the trial, subject to approval from the International Football Association
  
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• WAFCON 2026: ‘We’re Going There To Fight’ — Malawi Coach Fires Warning Ahead Super Falcons Clash

  27-07-2026 17:42 via completesports.com
  
  Malawi head coach Lovemore Fazili has expressed confidence in his team’s ability to compete with defending champions Nigeria ahead of their Group C opener at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. The Scorchers, who are making their debut at the continental tournament, will kick off their campaign against the 10-time African champions at the [...]
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• Veteran Referee Vincic Announces Retirement After Officiating World Cup 2026 Final

  27-07-2026 17:27 via completesports.com
  
  Slavko Vinčić has officially retired from refereeing just one week after officiating the 2026 World Cup final. The 46-year-old Slovenian official stepped away at the peak of his career following Spain’s 1-0 extra-time victory over Argentina at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Read Also:Families Of Argentina Players Detained by Police After World Cup 2026 Brawl [...]
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• Chelsea Considering Shock Move For Former Arsenal Star

  27-07-2026 17:19 via completesports.com
  
  Chelsea are in talks with Brighton over a shock deal to sign former Arsenal and Manchester United striker Danny Welbeck, The Sun reports. New Blues boss Xabi Alonso is keen to add experience to his side this summer. Welbeck, 35, scored 13 goals in 37 appearances for Brighton and Hove Albion last season. Chelsea have [...]
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• Commonwealth Games: Didih smashes three records to win Nigeria’s fifth gold

  27-07-2026 17:18 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeNigeria have won their fifth gold medal at the ongoing 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with Onome Didih setting new Commonwealth Games records in all three categories to claim the women’s 53kg weightlifting title.Didih produced a record-breaking performance, setting new Commonwealth Games and Commonwealth records in all three stages of the competition to dominate the event.She opened the snatch with 93kg, a new Games and Commonwealth record, before raising the bar
  
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• Commonwealth Games: Didih smashes three records to win Nigeria’s fifth gold

  27-07-2026 17:18 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeNigeria have won their fifth gold medal at the ongoing 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with Onome Didih setting new Commonwealth Games records in all three categories to claim the women’s 53kg weightlifting title.Didih produced a record-breaking performance, setting new Commonwealth Games and Commonwealth records in all three stages of the competition to dominate the event.She opened the snatch with 93kg, a new Games and Commonwealth record, before raising the bar
  
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• Chelsea exploring move to sign Brighton’s Welbeck – Report

  27-07-2026 17:02 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeChelsea have opened talks with Brighton over a potential move for experienced striker Danny Welbeck as the Blues look to add more experience to their squad under new manager Xabi Alonso.According to the BBC, the 35-year-old is reportedly keen on a move to Stamford Bridge, with Chelsea optimistic that a deal can be concluded for the former Manchester United, Arsenal, Sunderland and Watford forward.Welbeck’s potential arrival would represent a significant change in Chel
  
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• Chelsea exploring move to sign Brighton’s Welbeck – Report

  27-07-2026 17:02 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeChelsea have opened talks with Brighton over a potential move for experienced striker Danny Welbeck as the Blues look to add more experience to their squad under new manager Xabi Alonso.According to the BBC, the 35-year-old is reportedly keen on a move to Stamford Bridge, with Chelsea optimistic that a deal can be concluded for the former Manchester United, Arsenal, Sunderland and Watford forward.Welbeck’s potential arrival would represent a significant change in Chel
  
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• ‘You can win Ballon d’Or without winning a trophy’ — Organisers confirm

  27-07-2026 16:28 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The organisers of the Ballon d’Or have confirmed that players can win football’s most prestigious individual prize without lifting a team trophy during the season, although the feat has been achieved only six times in the award’s history.Ahead of the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony scheduled for October 26 in London, organisers in an article on Monday revisited the history of the award as debate continues over the credentials required to claim the honour.According to the Ballo
  
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• ‘You can win Ballon d’Or without winning a trophy’ — Organisers confirm

  27-07-2026 16:28 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The organisers of the Ballon d’Or have confirmed that players can win football’s most prestigious individual prize without lifting a team trophy during the season, although the feat has been achieved only six times in the award’s history.Ahead of the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony scheduled for October 26 in London, organisers in an article on Monday revisited the history of the award as debate continues over the credentials required to claim the honour.According to the Ballo
  
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• Glasgow 2026: Didih Smashes Games Record, Wins Team Nigeria’s Second Weightlifting Gold

  27-07-2026 16:24 via completesports.com
  
  Onome Didih delivered a sensational performance to claim gold in the women’s 53kg weightlifting event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. The Nigerian lifter dominated the competition from start to finish, setting three new Commonwealth Games records on her way to the title. Didih opened with a record-breaking lift of 93kg in the snatch, [...]
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• SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 120: AfriSportPro Youth League CEO And Founder, Chukwuebuka Ugwu On Grassroot Football In Nigeria

  27-07-2026 15:36 via completesports.com
  
  Grassroots football is the heartbeat of every successful football nation. It serves as the first stage where young players learn technical skills, tactical awareness, discipline, teamwork, and sportsmanship. While Nigeria continues to produce exceptional football talents, grassroots development still faces significant obstacles. Fortunately, new initiatives are beginning to transform this narrative. Among the most promising [...]
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• 2026–27 Champions League: Full list of teams qualified, date of draw, venue

  27-07-2026 15:36 via vanguardngr.com
  
  UEFA has confirmed that the draw for the 2026–27 UEFA Champions League league phase will take place on Thursday, August 27, at its headquarters in Nyon, Switzerland, setting the stage for another season of Europe’s premier club competition.The draw is scheduled to begin at 5 p.m. BST (12 p.m. ET) and is expected to be streamed live on UEFA’s official website and YouTube channel.Thirty of the 36 clubs have already secured their places in the league phase through their domestic
  
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• 2026–27 Champions League: Full list of teams qualified, date of draw, venue

  27-07-2026 15:36 via vanguardngr.com
  
  UEFA has confirmed that the draw for the 2026–27 UEFA Champions League league phase will take place on Thursday, August 27, at its headquarters in Nyon, Switzerland, setting the stage for another season of Europe’s premier club competition.The draw is scheduled to begin at 5 p.m. BST (12 p.m. ET) and is expected to be streamed live on UEFA’s official website and YouTube channel.Thirty of the 36 clubs have already secured their places in the league phase through their domestic
  
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• Glasgow 2026: Ashe, Fakorede Advance To Men’s 100m Semi-Finals; Ajayi Earns Bye

  27-07-2026 15:26 via completesports.com
  
  Favour Ashe and Nicholas Fakorede secured places in the men’s 100m semi-finals at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow with impressive performances in their respective heats,reports Completesports.com. Ashe produced a commanding run to win his heat in 10.10 seconds, finishing ahead of Kenya’s Meshack Babu, who clocked 10.21s, while Guyana’s Akeem Stewart placed third in [...]
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• Ajax set to sign Tolu Arokodare on loan from Wolves

  27-07-2026 15:17 via thesun.ng
  
  Dutch giants, Ajax have agreed a deal to sign Super Eagles striker, Tolu Arokodare from Wolves on an initial loan with no obligation to buy.
  Transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano reported on Monday that Ajax and Wolves have reached a club-to-club agreement for the loan move.
  According to the report, Ajax will cover Arokodare’s full salary and pay an undisclosed loan fee.
  The deal also includes a non-mandatory buy option worth €22 million if triggered.
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• Ajax set to sign Tolu Arokodare on loan from Wolves

  27-07-2026 15:17 via thesun.ng
  
  Dutch giants, Ajax have agreed a deal to sign Super Eagles striker, Tolu Arokodare from Wolves on an initial loan with no obligation to buy.
  Transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano reported on Monday that Ajax and Wolves have reached a club-to-club agreement for the loan move.
  According to the report, Ajax will cover Arokodare’s full salary and pay an undisclosed loan fee.
  The deal also includes a non-mandatory buy option worth €22 million if triggered.
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• WAFCON: Nigeria vs Malawi — date, venue, time, and where to watch

  27-07-2026 15:12 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeThe Super Falcons of Nigeria begin their defence of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title when they face debutants Malawi in their opening Group C fixture on Tuesday in Rabat, Morocco.Nigeria, who defeated hosts Morocco 3-2 in last year’s final to reclaim the continental crown, are chasing a record-extending 11th WAFCON title under head coach Justine Madugu. The Falcons’ triumph in 2025 was their 10th recognised WAFCON title, while the 1991 and 1995 Afri
  
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• WAFCON: Nigeria vs Malawi — date, venue, time, and where to watch

  27-07-2026 15:12 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeThe Super Falcons of Nigeria begin their defence of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title when they face debutants Malawi in their opening Group C fixture on Tuesday in Rabat, Morocco.Nigeria, who defeated hosts Morocco 3-2 in last year’s final to reclaim the continental crown, are chasing a record-extending 11th WAFCON title under head coach Justine Madugu. The Falcons’ triumph in 2025 was their 10th recognised WAFCON title, while the 1991 and 1995 Afri
  
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• This Is A Deal That Will Happen —Pardew Upbeat About Vinicius Joining Arsenal

  27-07-2026 15:00 via completesports.com
  
  Alan Pardew has sensationally labelled Arsenal’s proposed move for Vinicius Junior a ‘done deal’. Vinicius, 26, has entered into the final 12 months of his contract at Real Madrid, with talks over a possible renewal falling through in the wake of last year’s Club World Cup. Widespread reports at the weekend indicated Arsenal had been [...]
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• Alonso Backs Rogers To Shine With Palmer

  27-07-2026 14:31 via completesports.com
  
  Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has disclosed that new £117 million signing Morgan Rogers and Cole Palmer can play together, explaining that he has a clear tactical plan to make their attacking partnership thrive. Recall that Rogers and Palmer have been close friends since they were 14 years old in England youth teams and the Manchester [...]
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• Ordega Names Ghana As Super Falcons Main Challengers For WAFCON 2026 Title

  27-07-2026 14:11 via completesports.com
  
  Francisca Ordega has named Ghana’s Black Queens as the Super Falcons main challengers at this year’s Women’s African Cup of Nations (WAFCON). The Super Falcons will begin the defence of their WAFCON title on Tuesday against Malawi in Group A. Aside from Malawi, the 10-time African women’s champions will also take on Zambia and Egypt [...]
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• Arokodare Nears Loan Switch To Dutch Club

  27-07-2026 13:57 via completesports.com
  
  Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare is closing in on a move to Dutch giants Ajax from Sky Bet Championship club Wolverhampton Wanderers, reports Completesports.com. According to renowned transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Ajax have reached a club-to-club agreement with Wolves for the Nigerian striker. Ajax Win Race For Arokodare The deal is expected to be a [...]
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• Infantino blasts World Cup critics over ‘hate’, false claims

  27-07-2026 13:29 via thesun.ng
  
  FIFA President Gianni Infantino has strongly defended the 2026 FIFA World Cup, accusing critics of “spreading hate and false rumours” while insisting the tournament delivered “only joy and happiness” despite widespread scrutiny before and during the competition.
  In an open letter published on Monday through FIFA’s official platforms and his Instagram account, Infantino criticised what he described as relentless negativity surrounding the tournament jointly hosted by
  
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• Infantino blasts World Cup critics over ‘hate’, false claims

  27-07-2026 13:29 via thesun.ng
  
  FIFA President Gianni Infantino has strongly defended the 2026 FIFA World Cup, accusing critics of “spreading hate and false rumours” while insisting the tournament delivered “only joy and happiness” despite widespread scrutiny before and during the competition.
  In an open letter published on Monday through FIFA’s official platforms and his Instagram account, Infantino criticised what he described as relentless negativity surrounding the tournament jointly hosted by
  
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• World Cup: ‘They have no reason to hate us’ — Argentina star hits back at critics

  27-07-2026 13:20 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Ayobami OkerindeManchester United defender Lisandro Martinez has dismissed criticism of Argentina’s conduct at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting the team has “no real reason” to be hated despite the controversies surrounding their performance.Argentina came under intense scrutiny during the tournament over its aggressive style of play, disciplinary issues and conduct in the aftermath of its 1-0 defeat to Spain in the World Cup final. Critics also accused the Albiceleste of
  
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• World Cup: ‘They have no reason to hate us’ — Argentina star hits back at critics

  27-07-2026 13:20 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Ayobami OkerindeManchester United defender Lisandro Martinez has dismissed criticism of Argentina’s conduct at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting the team has “no real reason” to be hated despite the controversies surrounding their performance.Argentina came under intense scrutiny during the tournament over its aggressive style of play, disciplinary issues and conduct in the aftermath of its 1-0 defeat to Spain in the World Cup final. Critics also accused the Albiceleste of
  
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• Cristiano Ronaldo to feature in new football TV show

  27-07-2026 13:00 via thesun.ng
  
  Five-time Ballon d’Or winner, Cristiano Ronaldo is set to appear on screen in a new football drama series titled, Day 1s.
  According to reports, the Portugal and Al Nassr captain is lined up for both an acting cameo and an executive producer role on the show, which is about a fictional football agent.
  Homeland and Billions star, Damian Lewis will play the lead role as top agent Stanley Dalton.
  The Sun UK reports that Arsenal legend, Thierry Henry will also feature in the show.
  Filming has a
  
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