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• UEFA condemns FIFA plans to seek private investment in World Cup rights

  28-07-2026 22:44 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Emmanuel OkogbaA major dispute has erupted between FIFA and UEFA over FIFA’s proposal to seek private investment in the commercial rights of the World Cup and other tournaments.FIFA announced on Tuesday that it was exploring the creation of FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE), a new structure that would combine the sale of its commercial rights — including broadcasting, sponsorship, ticketing and licensing — with the operational delivery of its competitions.Under the plan, FIFA a
  
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• UEFA rejects FIFA’s controversial $20bn World Cup investment scheme

  28-07-2026 22:34 via thesun.ng
  
  A fresh power struggle has erupted at the top of world football after UEFA firmly rejected FIFA’s proposal to open the commercial rights of the FIFA World Cup to private investors, insisting the global tournament is not an asset that can be sold for financial gain.
  The dispute follows FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s unveiling of plans to establish a new commercial entity, FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE), which would manage the governing body’s commercial and event operations, i
  
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• Tunisia appoints Chaabani after World Cup disaster

  28-07-2026 21:28 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The Tunisian Football Federation (FTF) confirmed on Tuesday that Moine Chaabani was taking over as national team coach, after a disastrous World Cup in which two different coaches oversaw three losses.“His contract is for a period of four years,” the FTF said in a press release, confirming reports that had been circulating for several days.Chaabani won the African Champions League twice and five Tunisian league titles with Esperance Tunis and has also coached in Egypt and then in Mo
  
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• WAFCON 2026: Zambia Sends Super Falcons Warning After 6-0 Thrashing Of Egypt

  28-07-2026 21:25 via completesports.com
  
  Four goals from Barbra Banda saw Copper Queens of Zambia thrash Egypt 6-0, in their first Group C game at the Women’s African Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco on Tuesday. After dominating most parts the first half, Zambia took the lead on 25 minutes from the penalty spot by Rachael Nachula following a foul [...]
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• Nigeria Vs Malawi Live Blogging – WAFCON 2026 (Group C, Matchday 1)

  28-07-2026 21:00 via completesports.com
  
  Completesports.com’s Live Blogging of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations – WAFCON 2026 Group C matchday 1 clash between the Super Falcons of Nigeria and the Scorchers of Malawi at the Al Madina Stadium Rabat, Morocco.
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• Italy reappoint Roberto Mancini as national team coach

  28-07-2026 21:00 via thesun.ng
  
  Roberto Mancini has returned as head coach of Italy’s national football team, taking charge of the Azzurri for a second spell as the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) looks to revive the country’s fortunes after three consecutive failures to qualify for the FIFA World Cup.
  FIGC president Giovanni Malago announced Mancini’s appointment on Tuesday, confirming that former Italy defender Claudio Ranieri would also assume the role of technical director following Paolo Maldini&rsquo
  
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• World Cup 2026: Embolo’s Red Card Against Argentina Was A Mistake –IFAB

  28-07-2026 19:25 via completesports.com
  
  The International Football Association Board (IFAB) has admitted that the VAR protocol was misapplied during Switzerland forward Breel Embolo’s red card against Argentina in the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals. The governing body clarified that the mistaken identity rule cannot be used to review or change an underlying offense like simulation.  Read Also:Zidane Replaces Deschamps As [...]
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• Real Madrid generate record 1.2bn euro revenue despite struggles

  28-07-2026 19:25 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Spanish giants Real Madrid said Tuesday they generated a record 1.221 billion euros ($1.39 billion) in revenue in the 2025/2026 season, despite failing to win a trophy.“Operating revenue, excluding income from player transfers, reached €1.221 billion, 3.1 percent more than in the previous financial year,” said Los Blancos in a statement.“Real Madrid has therefore exceeded the €1.2 billion mark for the first time, a figure that no other sports organisation in the worl
  
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• Cucurella keeps De la Fuente tattoo pledge after Spain World Cup win

  28-07-2026 18:56 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Spain international Marc Cucurella revealed a new tattoo of coach Luis de la Fuente on his arm on Tuesday, keeping a promise he made before the country’s World Cup win.The left-back vowed at the start of the summer to get a tattoo of the coach’s face if Spain won the tournament, which they did by beating Argentina 1-0 on July 19 in the New Jersey final.Real Madrid’s Cucurella posted a photo of his new tattoo on social media along with the words “promise kept”.In hi
  
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• Vinicius Jr makes transfer decision as Arsenal eyes move

  28-07-2026 18:38 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Arsenal have reportedly been informed of Vinicius Junior’s desire to resolve his future at Real Madrid this summer, with the Brazilian prioritising a new contract despite ongoing transfer speculation linking him with the Premier League champions.The 26-year-old has entered the final year of his current deal at the Santiago Bernabéu, prompting reports that Arsenal are closely monitoring his situation as Mikel Arteta looks to strengthen his attack with a world-class signing.Recent re
  
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• Bayern rule out Diaz, Olise exit amid transfer speculation

  28-07-2026 17:59 via thesun.ng
  
  Bayern Munich have dismissed growing speculation linking wingers Luis Diaz and Michael Olise with moves away from the Allianz Arena, with chief executive Jan-Christian Dreesen insisting the Bundesliga champions have no intention of breaking up one of Europe’s most formidable attacking units.
  Speaking at a press club event in Munich on Tuesday, Dreesen said Bayern had received no approaches for either player despite persistent reports linking Olise with Real Madrid and Diaz with a lucrative
  
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• No Saudi Club Has Bid For Ndidi — Beşiktaş Chief Özent

  28-07-2026 17:34 via completesports.com
  
  Beşiktaş sporting director Önder Özent has dismissed reports that the club has received an official bid for Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi, reports Completesports.com. Ndidi has been heavily linked with a move away from the Turkish Super Lig side during the summer transfer window. Reports in Turkey, particularly from Milliyet, claimed Saudi Pro League club [...]
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• Burna Boy, Shakira’s ‘Dai Dai’ becomes highest-charting FIFA World Cup song

  28-07-2026 17:21 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Deborah OyekaleNigerian singer and Grammy Award winner, Burna Boy, has made history with the song “Dai Dai” done in collaboration with Colombian star Shakira which has become the highest-charting World Cup song.The song has moved 25 points this week to a new peak of number 17 on the charts.This leap has made it dethrone the classic hit “Waka Waka” (A Time for Africa), a song by Shakira and Freshlyground, which was the former highest-charting World Cup song.On the Cana
  
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• World Cup: IFAB admits VAR error after controversial Embolo red card against Argentina

  28-07-2026 17:09 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The International Football Association Board (IFAB) has issued a clarification on the use of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) following controversial officiating decisions at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.French outlet L’Équipe, quoting an IFAB circular, reported that the law-making body stated that “a yellow card, which is not a second yellow card, can only be reviewed to identify the player who committed the foul; the foul itself cannot be reviewed or changed.”According to
  
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• Diaz, Olise set to stay at Bayern – CEO

  28-07-2026 16:52 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Bayern Munich CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen said Tuesday it would be “foolish” to let Luis Diaz leave while confirming Michael Olise would stay with the Bundesliga champions next season.Speaking at a press club event in Munich, the Bayern boss shot down speculation the club’s star wingers could be headed out the door.Olise, who impressed in France’s run to the World Cup semi-finals, has been linked with Real Madrid for weeks while some have speculated Diaz may be set for a b
  
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• iLOTBET Crowns World Cup Winner With ₦150M Mansion

  28-07-2026 16:35 via completesports.com
  
  The atmosphere inside the Ikeja Marriott Hotel was electric yesterday as digital gaming platform iLOTBET held its grand prize presentation ceremony. The highlight of the evening was the official handover of a ₦150 million luxury five-bedroom mansion to Samuel Nneke, a businessman from Sokoto who emerged as the ultimate winner of the brand’s 2026 FIFA [...]
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• Glasgow 2026: Adama, Ebingha Qualify For Men’s Swimming Semifinals

  28-07-2026 16:14 via completesports.com
  
  Abduljabar Adama and Colins Ebingha have both qualified for the men’s 50m Butterfly swimming semifinal at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games on Tuesday. Adama finished fourth in their heat in 23.99s, with Ebingha right behind in fifth after clocking 24.01s. The result means Nigeria will have two representatives in the semifinal later today. In athletics, [...]
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• Nigeria’s Greatest FIFA Cards Ever | Emenike, Martins, Musa & Osimhen Ultimate Team Legends

  28-07-2026 16:03 via completesports.com
  
  From Emmanuel Emenike’s unstoppable pace to Victor Osimhen’s elite Ultimate Team cards, Nigerian footballers have produced some of the most iconic FIFA cards in gaming history. In this video, we look back at the Super Eagles stars who dominated FIFA and EA Sports FC over the years. From Obafemi Martins’ legendary speed and Ahmed Musa’s [...]
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• Mancini named new Italy national team coach

  28-07-2026 15:58 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Roberto Mancini has been named the head coach of Italy’s national team for a second time, tasked with revitalising the Azzurri who have missed out on the last three World Cups, FIGC president Giovanni Malago said Tuesday.Technical director Roberto Maldini, who reportedly threatened to resign if Mancini was appointed, has been replaced by Claudio Ranieri.“Today we have a new coach and a new technical director,” Malago told reporters, announcing another press conference with Manc
  
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• Gvardiol signs new deal to stay at Man City until 2031

  28-07-2026 15:32 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Josko Gvardiol has signed a new five-year contract at Manchester City, the Premier League club announced on Tuesday.The Croatia international, whose previous deal had two years left to run, is now committed until 2031, with the option of an additional 12 months.The central defender, who has made 122 appearances since arriving from RB Leipzig for £77 million ($102 million) in 2023, had been linked with Real Madrid and Bayern Munich.“As soon as I knew City wanted to renew my contract,
  
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• Stronger Defensive Work Will Be Required From You Under Mourinho –Gallas Tells Alexander-Arnold

  28-07-2026 14:40 via completesports.com
  
  Former Arsenal star William Gallas has disclosed that Real Madrid manager José Mourinho will have an honest talk with Trent Alexander-Arnold to stress that defending comes first. In a chat with talkSPORT Bet, Gallas warned that Alexander-Arnold must shift focus to his defensive duties or risk losing his place in the team. Read Also:This Is [...]
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• WAFCON 2026: Chawinga Confident Malawi Can Challenge Super Falcons

  28-07-2026 14:28 via completesports.com
  
  Malawi captain Tabitha Chawinga has urged the Scorchers to play with courage and confidence when they take on defending champions Nigeria in their opening match of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. The debutants will make their first-ever appearance at the tournament when they face the Super Falcons in a Group C clash at [...]
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• ศึกอาเซียนคัพ 2026 จะเปลี่ยนโฉมหน้าฟุตบอลไทยได้อย่างไร

  28-07-2026 14:26 via completesports.com
  การแข่งขันฟุตบอลอาเซียนคัพ 2026 กำลังจะกลายเป็นจุดเปลี่ยนสำคัญของวงการฟุตบอล$
  
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• Why Exclusive Promotions Influence Consumer Decisions More Than Ever

  28-07-2026 14:09 via completesports.com
  
  Promotions have always existed in some form, but their role in shaping how people shop, sign up, and stay engaged with digital services has grown significantly. What used to be a simple discount now functions as a calculated tool that influences timing, urgency, and long-term loyalty across nearly every online industry. The Rise of Promotional [...]
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• Why Egypt women have seven stars on their badge despite never winning WAFCON

  28-07-2026 14:03 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Egypt’s women’s national football team has attracted attention at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) for wearing seven stars above its badge despite never winning the continental tournament.The sight of the stars has left many fans wondering whether the Pharaohs’ women have a hidden trophy haul. However, the explanation lies with the success of Egypt’s men’s national team.Rather than representing titles won by the women’s side, the seven st
  
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• Pedro bags three as Alonso starts Chelsea reign with 6-4 win over Western Sydney Wanderers

  28-07-2026 13:55 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso got his reign off to winning start on Tuesday in a dramatic 6-4 victory over Western Sydney Wanderers with Brazilian striker Joao Pedro scoring a nine-minute hat-trick late in the game to ensure victory.The former Real Madrid coach, who took over on July 1, is without many of his big guns for their pre-season tour and played 60 minutes with a side full of youth at Stadium Australia.It was a seesawing affair, with Chelsea coming from behind three times.Kazakh 17-year-
  
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• Full list: Footballers who are married to female footballers

  28-07-2026 13:51 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Professional footballers face long hours of training, constant travel and intense competition, making it difficult to balance their careers with personal relationships. However, some footballers have married fellow professionals, proving that love can flourish both on and off the pitch.From World Cup winners to international stars, here are some of the most famous football couples.Alex Morgan and Servando CarrascoFormer United States women’s national team star Alex Morgan is married to fo
  
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• Being France coach an immense joy – Zidane

  28-07-2026 13:43 via thesun.ng
  
  Zinedine Zidane has described his appointment as France’s new head coach as “an immense joy”, saying leading Les Bleus was the only managerial role he had been waiting for after years of turning down offers from top clubs across Europe.
  The French Football Federation (FFF) on Tuesday confirmed the appointment of the 54-year-old football legend as successor to Didier Deschamps. Zidane signed a four-year contract that will keep him in charge of the national team until the end of
  
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• Real Madrid in negotiations to buy Leipzig’s Diomande, source reveals

  28-07-2026 13:31 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Real Madrid are in talks with RB Leipzig to buy Ivorian winger Yan Diomande, a source at the German club confirmed to AFP on Tuesday.The source said negotiations with the Spanish giants were ongoing but dismissed media reports an agreement had already been reached.Diomande, 19, is under contract until 2030 in Leipzig but has become one of European football’s hottest properties, particularly after starring for Ivory Coast at the World Cup.In June, a source at Paris Saint-Germain told AFP t
  
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• NPFL: Warri Wolves Coach Abdallah Drops Six Players After Rangers Preseason Defeat

  28-07-2026 13:18 via completesports.com
  
  Warri Wolves Head Coach, Hassan Abdallah, has dropped no fewer than six players following the Seasiders’ 0-1 defeat to Rangers in a pre-season friendly in Asaba over the weekend, Completesports.com reports. Warri Wolves Trim Squad After Rangers Defeat Wolves paraded nine new players in their starting XI, including Miracle UK Alike (goalkeeper), Sani Ahmed, Okon [...]
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• Premier League Set To Adopt Goalkeeper Tactical Timeout Rule

  28-07-2026 12:52 via completesports.com
  
  English football has received approval from the International Football Association Board (IFAB) to run a 2026–27 goalkeeper injury trial. The key measures require a coach to nominate an outfield player to leave the pitch for one minute, enforce a five-second countdown for restarts, and limit substitution exits to ten seconds. Players being replaced have 10 [...]
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• ‘Only job I wanted’, says new France coach Zidane

  28-07-2026 12:49 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Zinedine Zidane was appointed France coach on Tuesday, as widely expected, following the departure of Didier Deschamps, the French Football Federation (FFF) announced.Zidane, 54, had long been viewed as the leading candidate for the role and had been waiting for an opportunity to take charge of the national team for several years.He will replace Deschamps, whose tenure began in 2012 and ended earlier this month after France finished fourth at the World Cup.Deschamps guided France to 2018 World
  
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• Meet South Africa married couple who played in same WAFCON match

  28-07-2026 12:41 via vanguardngr.com
  
  South African football made history on Monday after Banyana Banyana stars Robyn Moodaly-Salgado and Gabriela Moodaly-Salgado became the first married couple to feature in the same Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) match.The historic moment came during South Africa’s Group B opener against Tanzania at the 2026 WAFCON in Casablanca. Although Banyana Banyana suffered a 2-1 defeat, the match will be remembered for a milestone that transcended the result.Robyn Moodaly-Salgado was na
  
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• Zidane appointed France head coach on four-year contract

  28-07-2026 12:31 via thesun.ng
  
  Zinédine Zidane has been appointed as the new head coach of the French national football team, ending years of speculation over his return to management after signing a four-year contract with the French Football Federation (FFF).
  The appointment follows the departure of Didier Deschamps, who stepped down after leading Les Bleus for 14 years, with the 2026 FIFA World Cup marking the end of his tenure.
  The French Football Federation announced Zidane’s appointment on Tuesday, confirmi
  
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• Zidane Replaces Deschamps As France Head Coach

  28-07-2026 12:23 via completesports.com
  
  Football legend Zinedine Zidane will replace Didier Deschamps as France senior men’s national team head coach. The French Football Federation (via Aljazeera) confirmed the appointment on X on Tuesday. The appointment of the former Real Madrid manager comes two weeks after Didier Deschamps’ tenure as coach ended following France’s fourth-place finish at the World Cup. [...]
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• EPL: Man United open talks with Tottenham over Bergvall transfer

  28-07-2026 12:21 via thesun.ng
  
  Manchester United have opened discussions with Tottenham Hotspur over a potential move for Swedish midfielder Lucas Bergvall as the Premier League giants intensify efforts to complete a third midfield signing before the new season.
  United are seeking further reinforcements in midfield after completing the signings of Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa and Andrey Santos from Chelsea as part of a wider rebuild ahead of the 2026/27 campaign.
  The club had been pursuing Atalanta midfielder Ederson, but
  
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• Just In: Zinedine Zidane appointed coach of France

  28-07-2026 11:25 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Zinedine Zidane was appointed France coach on Tuesday, as widely expected, following the departure of Didier Deschamps, the French Football Federation (FFF) announced.Zidane, 54, had long been viewed as the leading candidate for the role and had been waiting for an opportunity to take charge of the national team for several years.He will replace Deschamps, whose tenure began in 2012 and ended earlier this month after France finished fourth at the World Cup.Deschamps guided France to 2018 World
  
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• WAFCON 2026: 5 Malawi Scorchers Stars Super Falcons Must Stop

  28-07-2026 11:19 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria’s Super Falcons launch the defence of their Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title with a Group C opener against tournament debutants Malawi at the Al Madina Stadium in Rabat tonight (Tuesday, 28 July 2026). Although the record 10-time African champions enter the contest as overwhelming favourites, the Scorchers have assembled a squad capable [...]
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• Gara Gombe Blames Dalung, Dare For Decay Of Nigeria’s National Stadiums

  28-07-2026 10:06 via completesports.com
  
  Former Gombe State Football Association chairman, Alhaji Shuaib Gara Gombe, has accused two former Nigerian Ministers of Youth and Sports Development, Solomon Dalung and Sunday Dare, of being responsible for the decay that has rendered two of the nation’s biggest national stadiums — the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, and the National Stadium, Lagos — [...]
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• Neymar fumes over reports of clashes with teammates

  28-07-2026 08:56 via thesun.ng
  
  Santos forward, Neymar has shot down reports he is having troubles with his teammates.
  According to him, those peddling the reports do not understand football.
  Brazilian outlet Globo Esporte reports that Neymar was involved in a dressing-room incident in Santos’ draw with Chapecoense on Saturday.
  The 34-year-old, who scored two goals in the match, reportedly harshly criticised two teammates.
  He was said to have told 21-year-old Gabriel Bontempo that he was “shit” and questioned
  
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• Neymar fumes over reports of clashes with teammates

  28-07-2026 08:56 via thesun.ng
  
  Santos forward, Neymar has shot down reports he is having troubles with his teammates.
  According to him, those peddling the reports do not understand football.
  Brazilian outlet Globo Esporte reports that Neymar was involved in a dressing-room incident in Santos’ draw with Chapecoense on Saturday.
  The 34-year-old, who scored two goals in the match, reportedly harshly criticised two teammates.
  He was said to have told 21-year-old Gabriel Bontempo that he was “shit” and questioned
  
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• WAFCON 2026: NFF Condemns Racist Abuse Targeting Super Falcons Star Okoronkwo

  28-07-2026 08:29 via completesports.com
  
  The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has condemned the racist abuse directed at Super Falcons star forward Esther Okoronkwo by some Moroccans on social media, completesports.com reports. The NFF’s statement comes after reports of a theft at the Super Falcons’ Marriot Hotel in Casablanca, where the suspect accused of stealing cash was arrested. According to the [...]
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• Glasgow 2026: Australia Netball Players Hit By Wardrobe Malfunction

  28-07-2026 08:14 via completesports.com
  
  The Australian netball team faced heavy criticism and online discussion over short playing dresses that frequently rode up during matches at the 2026 Commonwealth Games. Fans noticed that the Australian Diamonds playing dresses appeared very short and tight, causing players like Sophie Garbin to repeatedly pull down the fabric during games against Tonga and England. [...]
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• WAFCON 2026: Ajibade Eyes Winning Start Against Malawi

  28-07-2026 08:08 via completesports.com
  
  Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade has declared that the team is fully focused on starting their 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a victory over Malawi’s Scorchers. The defending champions will take on the tournament debutants in their Group C opener, determined to make a strong statement and begin their title defence on [...]
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• WAFU B U-20 Qualifiers: Nigerian Players Are Physically Built, Well Organized –Ghana Coach Konadu

  28-07-2026 08:04 via completesports.com
  
  Black Satellites of Ghana head Coach Maxwell Konadu has described Nigeria’s Flying Eagles as a physically built and well organised side, completesports.com reports. Konadu stated this after the Flying Eagles defeated Ghana 4-2 in their opening group match, at the WAFU B U-20 qualifiers in Côte d’Ivoire on Monday. The Flying Eagles took the lead [...]
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• ‘This Pain Will Last Long’ –Mbappe Breaks Silence After France Miss Out On World Cup 2026 Title

  28-07-2026 07:53 via completesports.com
  
  Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappé has disclosed that missing out on the trophy will continue to hurt for a while following France’s fourth-place finish at the FIFA World Cup 2026. In an open letter to fans, the French captain addressed the team’s exit and expressed his gratitude to supporters and outgoing coach Didier Deschamps. Read [...]
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• WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons ready to defend title, says Madugu

  28-07-2026 07:40 via thesun.ng
  
  Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu has said his side must be fully prepared for a tough challenge as they begin their quest for another continental title at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).
  Nigeria will be aiming to win a record-extending 11th WAFCON title at the tournament, which got underway in Morocco on Sunday.
  The Super Falcons will open their campaign against Malawi’s Scorchers at the Al Madina Stadium in Rabat on Tuesday, with Madugu expecting a difficult
  
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• WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons ready to defend title, says Madugu

  28-07-2026 07:40 via thesun.ng
  
  Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu has said his side must be fully prepared for a tough challenge as they begin their quest for another continental title at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).
  Nigeria will be aiming to win a record-extending 11th WAFCON title at the tournament, which got underway in Morocco on Sunday.
  The Super Falcons will open their campaign against Malawi’s Scorchers at the Al Madina Stadium in Rabat on Tuesday, with Madugu expecting a difficult
  
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• WAFU B U-20 Championship: Maikaba Reflects On Flying Eagles’ Win Over Ghana

  28-07-2026 07:37 via completesports.com
  
  Flying Eagles head coach Abdu Maikaba credited his side’s tactical discipline and ability to quickly rectify early mistakes as the key factors behind their victory over Ghana. Nigeria defeated the Black Satellites 4-2 in their opening fixture at WAFU B U-20 Championship in Yamoussoukro on Monday. Flying Eagles Strike Early Maikaba’s side came flying out [...]
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• Arokodare joins Ajax on season-long loan

  28-07-2026 01:55 via thesun.ng
  
  Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare has agreed a season-long loan move to Eredivisie giants Ajax from Wolverhampton Wanderers ahead of the 2026/2027 campaign, according to transfer market expert Fabrizio Romano.
  Arokodare joined Wolves from Belgian side Genk last summer after an outstanding campaign that established him as one of Europe’s most prolific forwards.
  However, the Nigerian international struggled to replicate that form in England.
  The 25-year-old found consistency difficult to c
  
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