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• Bassey, Ogunjobi, Michael, Abua in 47th CBN Senior Tennis final

  20-06-2026 02:04 via thesun.ng
  
  All is now set for the grand finale of the  47th edition of the Central Bank of Nigeria Open Senior Tennis DX Championship holding at the tennis courts of the package “B” of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja.
  With the Men completely separated from boys, the men’s singles defending champion and championship seed 3 Michael Emmanuel who  played himself into the final for the second consecutive time  back-to-back will face Nigeria’s current no 1 
  
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• World Cup 2026: I Can Rival Messi, Mbappe, Haaland For Golden Boot Award –Balogun

  23-06-2026 09:15 via completesports.com
  
  United States striker Folarin Balogun has disclosed that he takes inspiration from elite players like Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé, and Erling Haaland, whose consistent scoring ability he describes as inevitable. Speaking to reporters during training, Balogun admitted that he finds the prolific goal-scoring rate of the game’s top players annoying but motivating. Read Also:World Cup [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Six countries book Round of 32 spots

  23-06-2026 09:01 via thesun.ng
  
  At least six countries have advanced to the Round of 32 stage of the ongoing FIFA World Cup event.
  They are: Norway, France, Argentina, Mexico, Germany, and the United States.
  Norway and France are the most recent countries to qualify for the knockout stage.
  This follows their victories against Senegal and Iraq, respectively.
  Norway defeated Senegal 3-2 as Erling Haaland scored a brace during the encounter.
  France, on the other hand, defeated Iraq 3-0 as Kylian Mbappe netted a brace for his team
  
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• World Cup 2026: We’ve Still Got A Chance To Qualify —Senegal Coach Upbeat Despite Norway Defeat

  23-06-2026 08:59 via completesports.com
  
  Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw is upbeat that the Teranga Lions can still progress into the round of 32 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 despite losing to Norway. After falling to a 3-1 defeat to France in their opening group match, the Senegalese were once again on the losing side following a 3-2 loss. [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Senegal’s Sar Equals Ahmed Musa’s World Cup Feat In Defeat To Norway

  23-06-2026 08:16 via completesports.com
  
  Ismaila Sarr has equaled former Nigeria’s Super Eagles star Ahmed Musa’s goalscoring feat at the World Cup after Senegal lose to Norway. Sarr bagged a brace which, unfortunately, was not enough as Senegal fell to a 3-2 defeat in their second Group I fixture. According to Stats Foot on X, Sarr is the first African [...]
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• Getafe Ready To Sell Uche — Torres

  23-06-2026 08:12 via completesports.com
  
  Getafe president Ángel Torres has said the club will be willing to sell Christantus Uche this summer, Completesports.com reports. Uche spent the 2025/26 season on loan with Premier League club Crystal Palace where struggled to make much impact. The 23-year-old made 14 league appearances for the Eagles, failing to register a goal or an assist. [...]
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• Word Cup 2026: Bring On Saka, Madueke –Mensah Brags Ahead England Vs Ghana

  23-06-2026 08:01 via completesports.com
  
  Ghanaian defender Gideon Mensah has expressed his excitement about the possibility of facing England’s Bukayo Saka and Noni Madueke at the FIFA World Cup 2026, calling it a dream opportunity and a chance to shine on the global stage. The Ghanaian squad is in high spirits and feeling confident after securing three points in their [...]
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• Transfer: Galatasaray turn down €125m offer for Osimhen

  23-06-2026 07:26 via thesun.ng
  
  Galatasaray has rejected a €125 million deal for Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen, reinforcing their commitment to keeping the Nigerian forward despite rising pressure from European clubs ahead of the summer transfer window.
  The deal, published by Forza Cimbom, was instantly rejected by the Turkish champions, who had previously rejected a €120 million approach from Atletico Madrid.
  Manchester United, Barcelona and Atletico Madrid all remain in pursuit of the 27-year-old, but Galatas
  
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• World Cup: Jordan eliminated after 2-1 loss to Algeria

  23-06-2026 07:18 via thesun.ng
  
  Jordan’s World Cup journey ended after a 2-1 defeat to Algeria in their Group J clash on Tuesday at the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium.
  Jordan made a strong start and went into halftime leading 1-0 after Nizar Al Rashdan scored in the 36th minute, finishing off a well-timed assist from Mousa Al Tamari.
  Algeria improved after the restart and completed a comeback through two second-half goals. Nadhir Benbouali levelled in the 69th minute with a header from a set-piece situation before Amine
  
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• World Cup: Haaland bags brase beat Senegal 3-2

  23-06-2026 04:32 via thesun.ng
  
  Erling Haaland delivered another masterclass as Norway secured a place in the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Senegal in a pulsating Group I encounter at the New York New Jersey Stadium.
  The Manchester City striker scored twice to inspire Norway to a second consecutive victory, ensuring qualification with a game to spare and confirming the Scandinavian side as one of the early surprise packages of the tournament.
  Norway took the lead in the 43rd minute
  
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• World Cup: Haaland bags brace as Norway beat Senegal 3-2

  23-06-2026 04:32 via thesun.ng
  
  Erling Haaland delivered another masterclass as Norway secured a place in the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Senegal in a pulsating Group I encounter at the New York New Jersey Stadium.
  The Manchester City striker scored twice to inspire Norway to a second consecutive victory, ensuring qualification with a game to spare and confirming the Scandinavian side as one of the early surprise packages of the tournament.
  Norway took the lead in the 43rd minute
  
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• World Cup: Mbappé scores twice as France beat Iraq 3-0

  23-06-2026 03:23 via thesun.ng
  
  France became one of the first teams to secure a place in the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a commanding 3-0 victory over Iraq in a Group I encounter disrupted by severe weather in Philadelphia.
  The French side, managed by Didier Deschamps, made it two wins from two matches, overcoming both a resilient Iraqi team and a lengthy weather delay to continue their perfect start to the tournament.
  Kylian Mbappé once again proved decisive for Les Bleus, scoring twice to take his ta
  
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• Egypt World Cup squad banned

  23-06-2026 02:23 via thesun.ng
  
  The Egyptian World Cup team has reportedly been refused permission to fly directly from Vancouver to Seattle to prepare for their next match.
  Mohamed Salah and his teammates claimed their first-ever World Cup victory on Sunday night with a 3-1 win over New Zealand in Vancouver.
  The Egyptians wanted to fly directly to Seattle to minimize travel time for their stars ahead of their final group game against Iran on Friday.
  They reportedly submitted a request to stay in Seattle this week but it was r
  
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• Ghanaian witch doctor puts curse on Kane

  23-06-2026 02:21 via thesun.ng
  
  Ghanaian witch doctor Nana Kwaku Bonsam has vowed to put a curse on England captain Harry Kane for Tuesday’s World Cup clash.
  England hope to book their spot in the knockouts of the World Cup against Ghana on Tuesday.
  However, Bonsam hopes to stop the Three Lions in their tracks by imprecating Kane, who scored twice in England’s sensational opening win against Croatia.
  Nana, who claimed responsibility for Cristiano Ronaldo’s knee injury at the 2014 World Cup, told the Daily Sta
  
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• Vinicius Junior delighted with new Brazil role

  23-06-2026 02:20 via thesun.ng
  
  After a superb start to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Vinicius Junior has revealed he’s ready to play wherever Carlo Ancelotti puts him, as Brazil chase their first world title since 2002.
  After a superb start to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Vinicius Junior has revealed he’s ready to play wherever Carlo Ancelotti puts him, as Brazil chase their first world title since 2002.
  The Samba Boys have hit the ground running in North America with former Real Madrid boss Ancelotti at the helm for his d
  
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• Iraq boss jokes about plan to stop Mbappe

  23-06-2026 02:19 via thesun.ng
  
  France face Iraq in their second Group I match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with Kylian Mbappe aiming to retain his Golden Boot from 2022.
  Mbappe netted eight goals in Qatar to claim the award and two goals in France’s opening 3-1 win over Senegal brings him onto 14 World Cup goals in his career.
  As the record continue to tumble, Mbappe is chasing history this summer, after overking Olivier Giroud as France’s all-time top scorer with 58 goals for Les Bleus.
  Former Germany striker Miros
  
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• Germany’s Schlotterbeck out for rest of World Cup

  23-06-2026 02:18 via thesun.ng
  
  Nico Schlotterbeck has been ruled out of the rest of the World Cup with an ankle injury.
  The Germany defender was forced off at half-time in their win over Ivory Coast on Saturday.
  Schlotterbeck was replaced by Antonio Rudiger in defence for Julian Nagelsmann’s side.
  Rudiger is now set to continue at centre-back, starting with Germany’s final group stage fixture against Ecuador on Thursday.
  According to Sky Germany, Schlotterbeck has been ruled out for several weeks.
  It follows MRI s
  
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• US pub drunk dry by Scots

  23-06-2026 02:17 via thesun.ng
  
  A pub at the heart of Scotland’s World Cup campaign in Boston has rented extra fridges and drafted in staff from across the city as it prepares for an influx of England fans.
  The Dubliner became a hub for the Tartan Army during Scotland’s opening two matches in Massachusetts, with supporters packing the venue throughout their stay in the city.
  With England fans beginning to arrive in Boston ahead of the Three Lions’ fixture against Ghana on Tuesday, bar manager Brian McDonnell
  
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• Ogundiran emerges new sprint queen

  23-06-2026 02:16 via thesun.ng
  
  By Joe Apu
  US-based sprinter Blessing Ogundiran announced herself as Nigeria’s new women’s 100m champion on Monday, powering to victory at the 2026 Commonwealth Games National Trials in Lagos as the race for places on Team Nigeria gathered momentum.
  According to AFN media, Ogundiran clocked 11.12 seconds in the women’s 100m final to claim the national title ahead of teenage sensation Miracle Eluebube Ezechukwu, who produced a personal best of 11.15 seconds to finish second. Ola
  
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• NBBF unveils U18 camp for boys ahead of qualifiers

  23-06-2026 02:16 via thesun.ng
  
  By Joe Apu
  The Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) has announced the commencement of its U18 Boys National Team pre-selection camp as preparations intensify for the 2026 FIBA Africa U18 Zone 3 Qualifiers in Burkina Faso.
  According to a statement signed by Chairman of the NBBF Technical Committee, Babs Ogunade, the camp will take place from June 24 to July 3 at the Indoor Hall of the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, Edo State.
  The exercise is a key component of the federation’s yout
  
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• Enekwechi urges Africa to reward athletes

  23-06-2026 02:13 via thesun.ng
  
  As athletes battled for Commonwealth Games places under the bright Lagos skies at the Yaba College of Technology Sports Complex on Sunday, one of Nigeria’s most accomplished track and field stars stood away from the throwing circle reflecting on a journey defined by resilience, sacrifice and consistency.
  For nearly a decade, Chukwuebuka Enekwechi has been one of Team Nigeria’s most dependable athletes. Whether at the Commonwealth Games, African Games or African Championships, the sho
  
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• AHFE kicks off 2026 Civil Service Week in Akwa Ibom

  23-06-2026 02:06 via thesun.ng
  
  From Akanimo Kufre, Uyo
  The Association of Heads of Federal Establishments (AHFE), Akwa Ibom State Chapter, has flagged off its 2026 Civil Service Week celebration with a week-long football tournament aimed at promoting fitness, teamwork and healthy living among public servants.
  Speaking at the opening ceremony on Monday, AHFE Chairperson, Mrs. Uduak Essien, said the introduction of sports into the celebration reflects the association’s commitment to the wellbeing of civil servants. She st
  
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• Akure stands still for football festival

  23-06-2026 02:04 via thesun.ng
  
  Akure Township Stadium in Ondo State was agog with carnival of colour, music, and world class football fiesta to mark the 4th edition of the D’Royal Off Season Football Tournaments (DOFT) in the state.
    
  Proudly tagged “Akara na senior year’s football festival, the event had kicked off in spectacular fashion, keeping the city in a very buzzing and bubbling mood.
  It attracted thousands of fans that trooped into the stadium, honking horns, singing, waving banners, and
  
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• World Cup 2026: I’m Very Tired –Messi Reacts After Netting Two Goals Vs Austria

  22-06-2026 23:45 via completesports.com
  
  Argentina star Lionel Messi has admitted that the emotion of creating more World Cup history had left him worn out. Recall that Messi scored a historic brace in Argentina’s 2-0 Group J victory over Austria at the FIFA World Cup, becoming the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history with 18 goals. Read Also:World Cup [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Messi Was Very Convincing Against Austria –Troost-Ekong

  22-06-2026 23:25 via completesports.com
  
  Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has hailed Lionel Messi’s masterclass and brace against Austria in the FIFA World Cup 2026. The player widely regarded as the greatest of all time pounced late in the first half in Texas on Monday with a trademark left-footed finish after neat build-up play. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Lukaku [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Argentina Players Ready To Die On The Pitch For Messi —Giroud

  22-06-2026 22:24 via completesports.com
  
  Former France international Olivier Giroud has said Argentina players are ready to lay down their lives for inspirational captain Lionel Messi. Messi continued his impressive scoring streak at this year’s FIFA World Cup, as he netted a brace which helped Argentina beat Austria 2-0 in their second group fixture on Monday. The first goal against [...]
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• Messi Breaks World Cup Scoring Record As Argentina Beat Austria To Reach Knockout Round

  22-06-2026 21:33 via completesports.com
  
  Argentina star Lionel Messi has broken Miroslav Klose’s all-time scoring record at a World Cup after his two goals against Austria, Sky Sports reports. The forward – competing at his record-equalling sixth World Cup – had matched the 16-goal record set by the Germany international with his hat-trick in the opening game against Algeria. He [...]
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• World Cup: Messi’s brace powers Argentina past Austria, sets new record

  22-06-2026 21:13 via thesun.ng
  
  Lionel Messi delivered another historic performance as Argentina defeated Austria 2-0 in their Group J clash at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, moving the defending champions closer to the Round of 32.
  The Argentine captain opened the scoring in the 38th minute before sealing victory deep into stoppage time with his second goal of the match at Dallas Stadium.
  Messi’s first strike carried extra significance as it saw him surpass Germany legend Miroslav Klose to become the highest goalscorer in FIF
  
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• World Cup 2026: Iwobi Backs England To Win Title

  22-06-2026 21:11 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria midfielder Alex Iwobi believes England can emerge champions at FIFA World Cup 2026, Completesports.com reports. The Three Lions are targeting a second FIFA World Cup title at the 2026 tournament in Canada, Mexico, and the United States. England’s only World Cup triumph came on home soil in 1966. Thomas Tuchel’s men kicked off their [...]
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• Man City close in on £17m deal for Maresca as Guardiola successor

  22-06-2026 20:08 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeManchester City are close to appointing former Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca as the successor to Pep Guardiola after agreeing a compensation package worth more than £17 million (€20 million) with Chelsea, according to reports in Italy.Sky Sports reported on Monday that a verbal agreement has been reached between all parties, with Maresca expected to travel to Manchester within the next 24 hours to sign a three-year contract.The Italian coach is set to return to th
  
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