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• ‎All three co-hosts eliminated from 2026 World Cup

  07-07-2026 12:52 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The three countries hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup have all been eliminated before the quarter-final stage, bringing an early end to the tournament hopes of the United States, Mexico and Canada.The United States became the final co-host to exit the competition after suffering a heavy 4-1 defeat to Belgium on Tuesday.Canada were the first of the host nations to be knocked out, losing 3-0 to Morocco last Saturday.
  Azzedine Ounahi scored twice before Soufiane Rahimi added a late third to complete
  
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• European Union Lawmakers Demand Probe Into Infantino After Balogun Red Card Scandal

  09-07-2026 07:48 via completesports.com
  
  Over 70 European lawmakers have called for an investigation into FIFA and its president Gianni Infantino regarding the principle of political neutrality, talkSPORT reports. Infantino has faced huge backlash in recent days, following the decision to suspend Folarin Balogun’s red card ban ahead of the USA’s round of 16 World Cup exit to Belgium. US [...]
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• Iheanacho, Celtic Discuss New Contract

  09-07-2026 07:42 via completesports.com
  
  Celtic manager Martin O’Neill has said the club are pursuing a deal to re-sign Nigerian striker Kelechi Iheanacho, Completesports.com reports. Iheanacho joined the Hoops on a free transfer last summer after leaving Spanish club Sevilla. The 29-year-old signed a one-year contract with Celtic, with the club holding an option to extend it by a further [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Norway Must Watch Out For Rice –Odegaard Warns

  09-07-2026 07:14 via completesports.com
  
  Norway star Martin Odegaard has warned his teammates to keep an eye on England midfielder Declan Rice ahead of Saturday’s quarter-final showdown in the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026. The two Arsenal stars will temporarily set aside their club camaraderie as Norway seeks to achieve another upset after their unexpected Round of 16 victory over [...]
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• Osimhen suffers Ill-health

  09-07-2026 01:21 via thesun.ng
  
  •Eagles star rejoins Gala teammates Friday
  By Rasaq Oboirien
  Nigeria and Galatasaray striker, Victor Osimhen is back in Turkey but failed to be part of the team’s first training.
  According to Turkish football pundit Sergen Dağ, on his X app handle (formerly Twitter), the Super Eagles star striker Victor Osimhen suffered ill-health while on a season break in Nigeria.
  Osimhen, who arrived in Turkey, was missing in Galatasaray’s first training session of the new season, held a
  
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• World Cup 2026: Quarter-final Battles Begin as Messi, recovering Mbappé Lead Cast Live on SuperSport

  09-07-2026 01:21 via thesun.ng
  
  The race for FIFA World Cup 2026 glory enters its decisive stage this week as eight nations battle for four semi-final places, with football’s biggest stars and one of the tournament’s greatest surprise packages set to take centre stage live on SuperSport.
  Argentina captain Lionel Messi, France forward Kylian Mbappé, Norway striker Erling Haaland and England captain Harry Kane headline a quarter-final lineup that also features the tournament’s last remaining African repr
  
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• NUJ honours Sanusi as Media Games Ambassador

  09-07-2026 01:21 via thesun.ng
  
  The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Lagos State Council, has honoured the Chairman of Amuwo-Odofin Local Government, Prince Lanre Sanusi, with the Media Games Ambassador award in recognition of his contributions to grassroots development and responsive governance.
  The honour was presented on Tuesday at the Amuwo-Odofin Local Government Secretariat in Lagos by members of the NUJ Lagos State Executive Council and the Media Games Committee led by its Chairman, Mr. Adeleye Ajayi.
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• Norway doctor confirms players now healthy

  09-07-2026 01:21 via thesun.ng
  
  Norway were reportedly hit by a sickness bug this week ahead of their World Cup clash with England.
  Reports claimed this week that tensions in the Norway camp were high as several players were not being totally fit for the Quarter Final clash against the Three Lions.Manager Stale Solbakken who was spotted coughing violently while speaking to the press opened up on the illnesses this week as fans began to grow worried.Solbakken said: “Really, only Jorgen (Strand Larsen) has had a fever, tho
  
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• Martinez departs as Portugal head coach

  09-07-2026 01:21 via thesun.ng
  
  The Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) on Wednesday confirmed the departure of ​national team coach Roberto Martinez ‌following the expiry of his contract.
  “The Portuguese Football Federation announces that it ​officially ended its contractual relationship ​with the National Team Coach, Roberto Martinez, and his coaching staff ​this Wednesday,” the FPF said in ​a statement.
  The announcement came two days after Martinez said he would be leaving the
  
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• Egypt files complaint to FIFA after Argentina loss

  09-07-2026 01:21 via thesun.ng
  
  • Wants referee kicked out
   
  The Egyptian Football Association says it has asked Fifa to kick the officials in charge of their World Cup last-16 defeat by Argentina out of the tournament.
  The EFA said it had lodged a complaint with football’s world governing body and wants an investigation into “double standards” of officiating in the game in Atlanta.
  With Egypt leading 1-0 in the second half, the video assistant referee (VAR) ruled out a goal by Mostafa Zico after Eg
  
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• Croatia manager Zlatko Dalic steps down

  09-07-2026 01:21 via thesun.ng
  
  Croatia head coach Zlatko Dalic has stepped down after nine years in ‌charge, the Croatian Football Federation ‌said on Wednesday, less ‌than a week after ‌his side’s exit from the ‌2026 World Cup following a 2-1 loss to ‌Portugal in the Round of ‌32.
  Under Dalic’s tenure, Croatia finished ​runners-up at the 2018 World Cup and ​third in the 2022 edition in Qatar, but the team ​exited the tournament without a medal this time around.
  
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• Iwobi, Bassey get new manager

  09-07-2026 01:20 via thesun.ng
  
  Alvaro Arbeloa has been announced as the coach of Fulham, setting up a fresh chapter for Nigerian internationals Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey ahead of the 2026/27 season.
  The former Liverpool defender succeeded the Portuguese tactician Marco Silva, who departed the club at the end of last season, following the expiration of his contract. 
  Meanwhile, Super Eagles duo Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey established themselves as key players for the Cottagers during Silva’s successful spell at
  
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• FWCQ: Nigeria to battle Cameroon, South Sudan, Cabo Verde for ticket

  09-07-2026 01:18 via thesun.ng
  
  Nigeria’s senior men’s basketball team, D’Tigers, will face a tough test in their quest to qualify for the FIBA Basketball World Cup after being drawn in a competitive Group E alongside Cameroon, South Sudan, Cabo Verde, Tunisia and Guinea, BSNSports.com.ng reports.
  The draw sets up an exciting opening qualifying window for the Nigerian side, beginning with a clash against regional rivals Cameroon on August 27. D’Tigers will then take on South Sudan on August 28 before ro
  
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• 3 England players miss training ahead of Norway World Cup clash

  08-07-2026 23:53 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Three England players were absent from training on Wednesday ahead of Saturday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-final against Norway.Midfielder Declan Rice, defender Marc Guéhi and full-back Reece James did not take part in the session at Swope Soccer Village, instead working individually as they continue to manage fitness concerns.Rice has reportedly been dealing with a hamstring issue since Christmas but is still expected to be available for England’s clash with Norway in Miam
  
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• England fan who used life savings to take grandad to World Cup gets refunded

  08-07-2026 23:46 via vanguardngr.com
  
  An England supporter who gave up his house deposit to take his grandfather to the 2026 FIFA World Cup has received an unexpected financial boost after a company reimbursed the entire £10,000 he spent on the once-in-a-lifetime trip.Twenty-one-year-old Jacob Allmendinger used the savings he had been putting aside for a home deposit to treat his 80-year-old grandfather, Geoff Golliker, to a World Cup adventure across the United States and Mexico. Geoff had taken Jacob to watch Hull City thro
  
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• FG Signs Hosting Agreement For 2027 African School Games

  08-07-2026 23:03 via completesports.com
  
  The Federal government has signed a hosting agreement for the 2027 African School Games with the Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa (ANOCA). The signing ceremony, which took place in Abuja on Wednesday, marked a significant step in Nigeria’s quest to stage a successful second edition of the African School Games, tagged “Abuja 2027.” [...]
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• Chelsea sign 19-yr-old Geovany Quenda from Sporting Lisbon

  08-07-2026 22:48 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeChelsea have confirmed the signing of highly-rated Portuguese winger Geovany Quenda from Sporting Lisbon, with the 19-year-old putting pen to paper on a long-term contract that runs until 2034.The Premier League club confirmed the deal in an official statement on Wednesday, describing Quenda as one of the brightest young talents in European football after his breakthrough spell with Sporting.Quenda arrives at Stamford Bridge following an outstanding campaign in which he hel
  
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• Monaco open to offers for Balogun after heroic World Cup

  08-07-2026 22:43 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Monaco’s general manager Thiago Scuro said on Wednesday the Ligue 1 club were willing to sell US striker Folarin Balogun and France winger Maghnes Akliouche.Scuro’s side and Champions League winners Paris Saint-Germain are in talks about a deal worth 35 million euros ($39.9 million) for 24-year-old Akliouche, who is with Les Bleus at the World Cup.Balogun scored three goals for the co-hosts at the tournament before they were knocked out by Belgium in the last 16.The 25-year-old
  
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• U-17 WWCQ: Flamingos Head To Lome For Benin Return Leg

  08-07-2026 22:35 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria’s Flamingos will depart Lagos for Lomé, Togo on Thursday for the decisive second leg of their final qualifying fixture against Benin Republic in the race for a place at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, Completesports.com reports. Akeem Busari’s side will travel from Ikenne to Lagos on Thursday morning before boarding a flight [...]
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• Ronaldo’s ex-coach to become new Portugal manager

  08-07-2026 21:53 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Jorge Jesus is set to become the new head coach of the Portugal national football team following the departure of Roberto Martinez.The 71-year-old Portuguese tactician will take over after Martinez, who led Portugal at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, confirmed he would step down when his contract expires.Jesus arrives after a spell with Al Nassr FC, where he guided the club to the Saudi Pro League title alongside Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo.Football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed the
  
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• Man Utd agree £50m deal to sign Chelsea midfielder Andrey Santos

  08-07-2026 21:44 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeManchester United F.C. have agreed a £50 million deal with Chelsea F.C. for the transfer of midfielder Andrey Santos, according to Sky Sports.The agreement is understood to be worth an initial £48 million, with a further £2 million in performance-related add-ons.Chelsea will also retain a 10 per cent sell-on clause as part of the deal for the Brazilian midfielder.Santos is now set to undergo a medical ahead of completing his move to Old Trafford.The 22-yea
  
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• World Cup 2026: Canada Star Slams Airline For Flying Him To Wrong City

  08-07-2026 21:38 via completesports.com
  
  Canadian defender Alistair Johnston has blasted Frontier Airlines on social media following a chaotic post-tournament journey. The Celtic FC player revealed that a botched itinerary dropped him in the wrong city and lost his luggage. Read Also:World Cup 2026: I’m Amazed By Messi’s Ability To Keep Producing Decisive Performances –Mikel Johnston, who played every minute [...]
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• Justin Bieber added to 11-minute World Cup final halftime show

  08-07-2026 21:31 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Justin Bieber has been added to the star-packed lineup of the first-ever World Cup final halftime show as organizers confirmed Wednesday that the entire musical performance will last 11 minutes.Canadian megastar Bieber joins Madonna, Shakira and K-pop sensation BTS for the Super Bowl-style halftime show on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.Coldplay’s Chris Martin is curating the extravaganza, a first for a football World Cup final and one that has raised concerns over how long the
  
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• Arsenal Target Guimaraes Asks To Leave Newcastle United

  08-07-2026 20:50 via completesports.com
  
  Bruno Guimaraes has asked to leave Newcastle, with Arsenal accelerating their interest in the midfielder, BBC Sport reports. The Brazil international, who arrived from Lyon in 2022, has been a player of interest for the Premier League champions this summer. The Gunners had looked into approaches for either Guimaraes or his former team-mate Sandro Tonali, [...]
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• Man United Agree £50m Deal With Chelsea For Andrey Santos.

  08-07-2026 20:30 via completesports.com
  
  Manchester United have agreed a £50m deal with Chelsea for their Brazilian midfielder Andrey Santos, BBC Sport reports. The deal has progressed quickly in the past few hours after United made their interest known over the weekend. United will pay an initial £48m for Santos, with an additional £2m in what are described as ‘achievable’ [...]
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• World Cup 2026: 9 coaches lose jobs after elimination [Full List]

  08-07-2026 20:00 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The 2026 FIFA World Cup has already brought major changes on the sidelines, with nine national team coaches leaving their positions after their countries were knocked out of the tournament.
  The latest to step down is Croatia boss Zlatko Dalic, who ended his tenure following his side’s 2-1 defeat to Portugal in the Round of 32.
  The Croatian Football Federation confirmed the 59-year-old’s decision in a statement released on Wednesday, bringing to an end a spell that lasted almost nine
  
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• Done Deal: Nigerian Defender Joins FK Austria Wien On Three-Year Deal

  08-07-2026 20:00 via completesports.com
  
  Austrian Bundesliga club FK Austria Wien have announced the signing of Nigerian defender Ibrahim Buhari, Completesports.com. Buhari, who joined the Violets from Swedish club IF Elfsborg and has signed a contract until summer 2029. The 24-year-old will wear the number three jersey for FK Austria Wien. Austrian Wien Expect Big Things From Buhari Sporting director [...]
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• FBI probes Argentine FA over alleged $317m financial dealings

  08-07-2026 19:42 via thesun.ng
  
  United States federal prosecutors and agents of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) have launched a preliminary investigation into the financial activities of the Argentine Football Association (AFA), examining whether transactions linked to the organisation in the United States violated federal laws on money laundering and fraud.
  According to Argentine newspaper La Nacion, investigators from the US Department of Justice have begun interviewing individuals with knowledge of the AFA’s
  
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• World Cup 2026: I’m Amazed By Messi’s Ability To Keep Producing Decisive Performances –Mikel

  08-07-2026 19:22 via completesports.com
  
  Former Nigerian international Mikel Obi has praised Lionel Messi following Argentina’s dramatic 3-2 comeback victory over Egypt in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16. Speaking on Fox Sports, Mikel expressed his amazement at the 39-year-old’s endurance and mental fortitude. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Brilliant Comeback –Keane Hails Argentina’s Victory Against Egyp He questioned [...]
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• Scuro: Pogba Could Leave Monaco This Summer

  08-07-2026 19:04 via completesports.com
  
  AS Monaco CEO Thiago Scuro has cast significant doubt on Paul Pogba’s future at the club, announcing that the 33-year-old midfielder could leave this summer. Speaking with Get French Football News, Scuro stated that if the club and the player’s goals are no longer aligned, an early exit is a distinct possibility. Read Also:World Cup [...]
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