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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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• WAFCON: Super Falcons suffer 2-3 loss to debutants Malawi

  29-07-2026 00:50 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Emmanuel OkogbaChawinga sisters, Temwa and Taitha starred as debutants Malawi handed defending champions Nigeria a 3-2 loss. Both teams were opening their campaign in the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations and it was expected to be a stroll in the park for the more experienced Super Falcons.But Malawi had other plans. The first sign of things to come was their ability to hold the 10-time winners to a goalless draw in the first half.Within the space of six minutes in the second hal
  
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• WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons Must Learn From Loss To Malawi –Ekpo

  29-07-2026 00:48 via completesports.com
  
  Former Nigerian international Friday Ekpo has advised the Super Falcons to learn from their loss to Malawi if they are to qualify for the knockout stages of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Recall that Nigeria suffered a shocking 3-2 loss to Malawi on Tuesday as they began their defence of the [...]
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• Boniface: I’m Excited To Join Leyton Orient

  29-07-2026 00:13 via completesports.com
  
  Leyton Orient’s new signing, Somto Boniface, has expressed delight to have joined the club on loan from Ipswich. In a chat with the club’s website, Boniface stated that he will give everything to help his new club. Read Also:No Saudi Club Has Bid For Ndidi — Beşiktaş Chief Özent “I’m very excited to be joining [...]
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• WAFCON 2026: Debutant Malawi Stun Super Falcons In Opening Game

  29-07-2026 00:11 via completesports.com
  Debutants Malawi pulled off the biggest upset in this year’s Women’s African Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after edging out defending champions Nigeria’s Super Falcons in Group C on Tuesday. Sisters Tabitha and Temwa Chawinga got the three goals for Malawi while Rasheedat Ajibade and Uchenna Kanu were on target for the Super Falcons. More to [...]
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• Commonwealth Games: Ajayi finishes with bronze in men’s 100m final

  29-07-2026 00:03 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Emmanuel Okogba with agency reportNigeria’s Kanyinsola Ajayi claimed the bronze medal in the men’s 100m final at the Commonwealth Games on Tuesday, finishing third in a highly competitive race run under torrential rain.Cameroon’s Emmanuel Eseme stormed to gold in a new Commonwealth Games record time of 9.83 seconds, while Australia’s Lachlan Kennedy took a surprise silver.Ajayi produced a strong performance to secure Nigeria’s first medal of the championships in
  
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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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• 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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