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• Arsenal approach PSG defender Mbemba

  07-06-2026 01:11 via thesun.ng
  
  Arsenal have made an approach to sign Paris St-Germain defender Emmanuel Mbemba on a free transfer this summer.
  The 18-year-old youth-team player has been offered a new contract by PSG but is open to a move to a leading Premier League club, with training compensation expected to be just over £150,000 after his contract expires at the end of June.
  English champions Arsenal have made early contact and outlined what they could offer, making reference to William Saliba’s progression when
  
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• Super Eagles World Cup Miss: Gusau Not To Blame — Gara-Gombe

  07-06-2026 20:59 via completesports.com
  Attention is shifting to the 2026 FIFA World Cup following the falling of the curtain on the 2025/26 European Leagues season Countries have forwarded their team lists to FIFA, and the stage is getting set for the commencement of the mundial. This flashes before us light of the reminder of Super Eagles missing out of [...]
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• Breaking: Christian Eriksen collapses on pitch again

  07-06-2026 20:47 via vanguardngr.com
  Christian Eriksen is conscious and receiving medical attention after collapsing during Denmark’s international friendly against Ukraine on Saturday.The incident occurred during the second half of the match, with television footage showing the Danish midfielder suddenly falling to the ground.
  Following the medical emergency, the match was abandoned.Providing an update on Eriksen’s condition, the Danish Football Federation said in a statement on X: “Christian Eriksen is consciou
  
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• I Want My Children To Watch Me Play Tennis –Serena

  07-06-2026 20:33 via completesports.com
  Veteran US tennis star Serena Williams has disclosed that her decision to make a tennis comeback was because she wanted her children to watch her play. The American sport legend, now 44, is competing in a professional tournament for the first time in nearly four years next week at Queens in London. The 23-time Grand [...]
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• Lovren: There Was A Rift Between Salah, Slot At Liverpool

  07-06-2026 20:25 via completesports.com
  
  Former Liverpool defender Dejan Lovren has disclosed that Mohamed Salah and Arne Slot didn’t have a good relationship at Anfield. Lovren, who remains one of Salah’s closest confidants, stated in an explosive interview with WinWin that the toxic managerial dynamic directly triggered Salah’s departure from Anfield. Read Also:Liverpool Plan New Contract Talks With Ngumoha Amid [...]
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• New York Mayor Reveals African Country To Win 2026 World Cup

  07-06-2026 20:07 via completesports.com
  
  New York City Mayor Zoran Mamdani has predicted that Morocco will defeat France in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, backing the Atlas Lions to become world champions for the first time in their history, Morocco World News reports. Speaking in predictions published by British newspaper The Guardian (via Morocco World News) the 35-year-old mayor [...]
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• Friendly: Super Falcons Target Another Win Against Senegal

  07-06-2026 20:00 via completesports.com
  
  The Super Falcons are set to adopt a more aggressive approach in Monday’s second international friendly against Senegal following a closely contested first encounter in Ikenne Friday. Head coach Justine Madugu revealed on Sunday that the nine-time African champions will be more purposeful in attack when they face the Lionesses of Senegal again at the [...]
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• President Federation Cup: Mangut Expresses Relief After Nasarawa United’s Victory Over Rivers United

  07-06-2026 18:57 via completesports.com
  
  Nasarawa United technical adviser Mbwas Mangut has celebrated his team’s victory over Rivers United. The Solid Miners defeated 5-3 on penalities in their President Federation Cup Round of 16 encounter in Awka on Saturday. Nasarawa United squandered a two-goal lead as Rivers United fought back from 2-0 down to force the game into extra time. [...]
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• 2026 World Cup: What gets a player suspended? Yellow and Red card rules explained

  07-06-2026 18:52 via vanguardngr.com
  The 2026 World Cup kicks off on June 11, with co-hosts Mexico opening the tournament against South Africa in what promises to be a historic curtain-raiser.As teams prepare for football’s biggest stage, discipline will be just as important as talent. Players aiming to go deep into the competition must avoid unnecessary bookings, as both yellow and red cards can have serious consequences for squad availability.Yellow card accumulation could derail a nation’s progress at crucial moment
  
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• 2026 World Cup: Top 10 dark horse countries ranked

  07-06-2026 17:46 via vanguardngr.com
  Every World Cup produces dark horse countries that emerge as surprise packages, and the 2026 edition is unlikely to be any different.Four years ago, Morocco made history by becoming the first African nation to reach the semifinals. This summer, several countries will be hoping to emulate that remarkable run, or even go as far as winning the tournament.
  Japan
  Japan enters the tournament as one of the strongest dark horse contenders after a series of impressive international performances. Under H
  
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• We’re Scared Of Playing Bigger Countries —Ex- Bafana Head Coach

  07-06-2026 15:54 via completesports.com
  
  Former South Africa senior men’s national team head coach Owen Da Gama has said Bafana Bafana are scared of playing against bigger countries. Bafana Bafana’s final preparations for the World Cup have been severely disrupted due to a combination visa crisis and underwhelming performances. On top of failing to find stronger opponents for Bafana friendly [...]
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• Rangers Will Renew Coach Ilechukwu’s Contract Ahead 2026/27 NPFL, CAF Champions League — GM, Ezeaku

  07-06-2026 15:12 via completesports.com
  
  Rangers International have confirmed that the Flying Antelopes’ Head Coach, Fidelis Ilechukwu, will remain in charge of the club ahead of the 2026/27 domestic and continental football seasons, Completesports.com reports. General Manager of the Coal City side, Barrister Amobi Ezeaku, insisted that Ilechukwu would continue in his role as the club’s Head Coach for the [...]
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• 10 most expensive national teams at 2026 World Cup

  07-06-2026 14:28 via vanguardngr.com
  National teams values heading into the World Cup underline the growing financial power of international football, with elite talent spread across Europe’s biggest leagues and beyond.
  From emerging superpowers to established giants, here are the 10 most valuable national teams squads at the tournament.10. Belgium — $631.4 millionJérémy Doku leads a Belgium squad transitioning away from its famed golden generation, with several iconic names now retired or past their peak
  
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• AIK Plan to Sign More Young Players After Yohanna Transfer

  07-06-2026 13:28 via completesports.com
  
  Swedish club AIK have reaffirmed their commitment to a recruitment model focused on signing talented young players, developing them, and eventually selling them for significant profits — a strategy highlighted by the record-breaking transfer of Zadok Yohanna. Yohanna completed his move to Premier League side Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday in a deal that [...]
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• My Job Was To End Jake Paul’s Boxing Career –Joshua

  07-06-2026 13:27 via completesports.com
  
  Former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has disclosed that his job was to end Jake Paul’s boxing career. Recall that Joshua dropped Paul twice in the fifth and once in the sixth to mercifully end a mismatch that was globally streamed on Netflix. Speaking on the Mr. Versace Podcast with The Ring, Joshua expressed no regrets, [...]
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• Enekwechi Wins Gold In Shotput At Russia Meet

  07-06-2026 13:26 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria’s Chukwuebuka Enekwechi claimed gold in the men’s shot put at the prestigious Znamensky Memorial in Russia. Enekwechi’s feat reinforced his standing as one of Africa’s elite field athletes and one of Nigeria’s most dependable performers globally. Enekwechi secured victory with a best throw of 21.27 metres — a mark that none of his rivals [...]
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• 2026 W/Cup: Broos Laments Bafana’s Poor Performance In 1-1 Draw With Jamaica

  07-06-2026 12:45 via completesports.com
  
  Head coach of South Africa’s senior men’s national team, Hugo Broos, has expressed his disappointment with the performance of Bafana Bafana in their friendly game with Jamaica on Saturday. As part of their preparations, Bafana faced Jamaica in Pachuca, Mexico, in a friendly match that ended 1-1. Lyle Foster opened the scoring for Bafana before [...]
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• Wilander: Zverev Will Challenge Sinner, Alcaraz For Grand Slam Titles

  07-06-2026 12:30 via completesports.com
  
  Tennis legend Mats Wilander believes Alexander Zverev has successfully evolved his playing style to match the aggressive pace set by Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner. Wilander noted that Zverev’s tactical shift could soon elevate him to Big Three status alongside them, warning that the young stars might want to be careful. In a chat with [...]
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• 2026 World Cup matches at risk of suspension, delay due to severe weather

  07-06-2026 12:27 via vanguardngr.com
  World Cup fixtures could face significant disruption due to severe weather conditions, as FIFA regulations do not set a fixed cut-off point for suspending or abandoning matches.Under U.S. thunderstorm safety protocols, play must be stopped immediately if lightning or electrical activity is detected within an eight-mile radius of a stadium.
  Players are then escorted off the pitch and taken to dressing rooms, while supporters are directed to designated safe areas inside the venue.Once lightning i
  
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• 2026 World Cup: Be Smart Enough With Your Position –Keane Tells Kane

  07-06-2026 11:48 via completesports.com
  
  Former Manchester United star Roy Keane has advised England striker Harry Kane to conserve his energy and stay high up the pitch as a traditional center-forward instead of dropping deep to act as a playmaker at the 2026 World Cup. Keane stressed that extreme heat and fatigue will be massive factors at the World Cup, [...]
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• Iran arrives for World Cup amid visa dispute with United States

  07-06-2026 11:32 via thesun.ng
  
  By Lawrence Agbo
  Iran’s national football team has arrived in Mexico ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, even as tensions persist with the United States over visa restrictions affecting members of its delegation.
  The squad departed its training base in Antalya, Turkey, and landed in Tijuana, Mexico, where it will remain throughout the tournament.
  The relocation followed weeks of uncertainty linked to diplomatic frictions and complications surrounding entry permits to the United States.
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• NPFL: Rangers Players And Officials Earn ₦150m Cash, Land Reward For 2025/26 NPFL Title Win

  07-06-2026 11:27 via completesports.com
  
  Players and officials of Rangers International have been rewarded by the Enugu State Government for their historic ninth NPFL title triumph, Completesports.com reports. Rangers secured their ninth league title after winning the 2025/2026 NPFL season with 68 points, finishing ahead of second-placed Rivers United with one point difference, and eight points ahead of third-placed Shooting [...]
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• Super Eagles suffer defensive blow as Ogbu misses Portugal clash

  07-06-2026 11:20 via thesun.ng
  
  The Super Eagles have been dealt a major setback ahead of their international friendly against Portugal after defender Igoh Ogbu was ruled out with a suspected Achilles tendon injury. 
  Ogbu sustained the injury during the team’s training session on Saturday evening as preparations intensified for the highly anticipated encounter against the Portuguese national team. According to information released by the Super Eagles’ media officer, Promise Efoghe, the defender is suspected to
  
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• 5 things to know about Nigeria’s Zadok Yohanna signed by Brighton

  07-06-2026 10:17 via vanguardngr.com
  Premier League club Brighton & Hove Albion have completed the signing of Nigerian teenager Zadok Yohanna from Swedish side AIK in a deal reportedly worth around £21.5 million.
  The move makes him one of the most exciting young Nigerian talents heading to England.Here are 10 things to know about Zadok Yohanna.
  1. He is only 18 years old
  Yohanna was born on June 29, 2007, making him one of the youngest Nigerian players to secure a major Premier League move.2. He hails from Bauchi State
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• Super Eagles defender, Igoh Ogbu ruled out of Portugal friendly

  07-06-2026 10:10 via vanguardngr.com
  Super Eagles defender Igoh Ogbu has been ruled out of Nigeria’s international friendly against Portugal after suffering an injury during training on Saturday evening.According to information released by the team’s media officer,Promise Efoghe, the centre-back sustained what has been described as a suspected rupture of his left Achilles tendon.The injury occurred during the team’s training session ahead of the highly anticipated friendly encounter against the European side.&ldq
  
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• How I Discovered Yohanna In Nigeria —Scout

  07-06-2026 08:18 via completesports.com
  
  Herish Sadi, the scout that discovered Zadok Yohanna has revealed how he discovered the winger in Nigeria. Yohanna completed his move from Swedish club AIK to Premier League outfit Brighton and Hove Albion. The 18-year-old sensation signed a five-year deal to join the Seagulls following his impressive performance for AIK. ‘I Was Ready To Put [...]
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• French Open Final: I Hope To Banish Grand Slam Final Blues Against Cobolli –Zverev

  07-06-2026 08:05 via completesports.com
  
  Germany tennis star Alexander Zverev has disclosed that he’s fully prepared to face his close friend and frequent practice partner Flavio Cobolli in today’s final of the 2026 French Open . The No. 2 seed advanced to his fourth career Grand Slam final by defeating Jakub Menšík in a four-set battle in the semi-finals. On [...]
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• EPL: Kaduna-born Yohanna becomes most expensive Nigerian teenager

  07-06-2026 07:57 via thesun.ng
  
  By Lawrence Agbo
  Kaduna-born winger Zadok Yohanna has become the most expensive Nigerian teenager in football history after completing a £21.5 million move to Premier League (EPL) side Brighton & Hove Albion from Swedish outfit AIK Stockholm.
  The 18-year-old secured a five-year contract that will keep him at the Amex Stadium until 2031, capping a remarkable rise from grassroots football in Kaduna to one of the biggest transfers involving a Nigerian youngster.
  Yohanna’s switch als
  
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• Portugal receive boost as PSG stars return ahead of Super Eagles clash

  07-06-2026 07:50 via thesun.ng
  
  Portugal have received a major boost ahead of their international friendly against Nigeria after four key players from Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) rejoined the national team camp following their UEFA Champions League triumph.
  Defenders and midfielders Nuno Mendes, Vitinha, João Neves and striker Gonçalo Ramos linked up with the squad on Saturday ahead of Wednesday’s showdown with the Nigeria national football team in Leiria. The quartet had been granted extra time off after hel
  
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• ‘I Enjoyed Every Second’ — Yohanna Grateful To AIK For Career Development

  07-06-2026 05:20 via completesports.com
  
  Zadok Yohanna has expressed his gratitude to Swedish club AIK Stockholm for the role they played in his growth and development as a footballer, Completesports.com reports. Yohanna brought his time with the Black and Yellows to an end after sealing a five-year move to Premier League club Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday. The Nigerian [...]
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