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• Buruk Optimistic Over Osimhen’s Galatasaray Future

  13-06-2026 20:39 via completesports.com
  
  Galatasaray manager Okan Buruk has addressed growing speculation surrounding the future of star striker Victor Osimhen, Completesports.com reports. The Nigeria international has been linked with a move away from the Turkish Super Lig champions. Osimhen has attracted interest from several of Europe’s biggest clubs, including Barcelona, Real Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain, Bayern Munich, Manchester United, Atletico [...]
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• Tunisia manager fired after one game

  16-06-2026 01:26 via thesun.ng
  
  Tunisia is reported to have parted ways with manager Sabri Lamouchi after its convincing 5–1 defeat to Sweden at the 2026 World Cup.
  Despite being just seven places behind Sweden in FIFA’s world rankings, Tunisia were embarrassed as Graham Potter’s side ran out convincing winners through goals from Yasin Ayari (two), Alexander Isak, Viktor Gyökeres and Mattias Svanberg.
  “The World Cup is a major competition that does not forgive any team making serious mistakes,&rdqu
  
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• FIFA given fresh warning over hydration breaks

  16-06-2026 01:24 via thesun.ng
  
  Netherlands center back Virgil van Dijk has joined the growing number of critics over the current approach to hydration breaks at the World Cup, warning FIFA that they are “not great” for TV viewers at home and are effectively making matches worse for both players and fans.
  Per the new rules introduced before the tournament, every half of action includes a mandatory three-minute hydration break—a concept previously introduced at the 2014 World Cup and saved specifically for mat
  
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• Messi eyes historic World Cup with Argentina

  16-06-2026 01:19 via thesun.ng
  
  All eyes will be on defending champions Lionel Messi and Argentina at the 2026 FIFA World Cup – perhaps more than any of their five previous tournament appearances.
  Messi’s joint-record sixth World Cup is expected to be his last, as Inter Miami CF’s superstar No. 10 has hinted on multiple occasions that he’ll put an end to his legendary national team career after this summer’s competition.
  Messi is soccer’s most decorated player of all time with 47 major troph
  
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• Empty seat at World Cup for imprisoned French sports journalist

  16-06-2026 01:16 via thesun.ng
  
  A seat is being left empty in the press box at every France game at the World Cup to highlight the case of a French sports journalist who is in prison in Algeria.
  Christophe Gleizes was sentenced in 2025 for seven years for supporting terrorism.
  French journalists’ unions have called on Algeria to release Gleizes, who specialises in African football for the Paris-based So Foot magazine.
  On Monday, journalists held up scarves saying ‘Free Gleizes’ before France boss Didier Desch
  
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• Mbappe vows to increase defensive work

  16-06-2026 01:14 via thesun.ng
  
  France captain Kylian Mbappe has vowed to increase his defensive efforts as the two-time world champions prepare to get their World Cup campaign under way against Senegal on Tuesday.
  The 27-year-old Real Madrid striker has faced scrutiny over both his performances and leadership for club and country, with international team-mate Ousmane Dembele publicly backing him, saying that the criticism had gone “too far”.
  Speaking to French newspaper La Parisien, Mbappe faced questions from tea
  
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• Uruguay blames FIFA for travel chaos

  16-06-2026 01:12 via thesun.ng
  
  One of the World Cup’s most notable teams blamed FIFA after their travel to their first game was delayed.
  Uruguay, which has won the tournament twice, was left waiting for the right permissions before its players and staff could fly to the US on Sunday.
  The squad was training in Cancn, Mexico, ahead of its first game, set for Monday evening in Miami against Saudi Arabia.
  However, the airplane scheduled to take them to Florida wasn’t authorized to enter the US because of paperwork iss
  
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• How Japan’s goalkeeper is connected to Africa

  16-06-2026 01:11 via thesun.ng
  
  Japan goalkeeper Zion Suzuki will play a key role at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Here’s how the Japanese star is connected to Africa.
  As Japan participates in the 2026 FIFA World Cup with growing confidence, one player attracting attention beyond Asia is goalkeeper Zion Suzuki, a rising star with strong African roots.
  The 23-year-old shot-stopper is expected to play a crucial role for Japan as the Asian giants look to make another deep run at football’s biggest tournament in North Ameri
  
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• Osimhen future: Gala interested in N63b-rated Club Brugge striker

  16-06-2026 01:05 via thesun.ng
  
  Turkish Super Lig champions Galatasaray are interested in Club Brugge’s dual-national centre-forward Nicolo Tresoldi, with the Belgian giants reportedly demanding 40 million euros (approximately N63 billion in Nigerian currency).
  According to reports from Türkiye, including Alanya Postası, the Yellow-Reds are exploring the possibility of signing the highly-rated striker, who has also attracted interest from several major European clubs.
  With uncertainty surrounding Victor Osimhen
  
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• David names Boniface as biggest career influence

  16-06-2026 01:04 via thesun.ng
  
  Former Nigeria U23 international and Royale Union Saint-Gilloise striker Promise David Akinpelu has identified Super Eagles forward Victor Boniface as the Nigerian player who has had the greatest influence on his career, while urging football fans in Nigeria to throw their support behind Canada at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup.
  Promise, who previously represented Nigeria at U23 level, made his FIFA World Cup debut for Canada as a second-half substitute in their Group stage opener against Bosni
  
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• Kano Pillars confirms departure of eight players

  16-06-2026 01:00 via thesun.ng
  
  Kano Pillars FC have confirmed the departure of eight players following the expiration of their contracts at the end of the 2025/2026 football season, BSNSports.com.ng reports.
  The players leaving the club are Muhammad Galadima, Ugochukwu Gabriel, Zahraddeen Bello, Williams Ayuba, Bernard Ovoke, Christian Izuchukwu, Sudais Ali Baba, and Aliyu Yakubu.
  In a statement released by the club, Kano Pillars expressed appreciation to the departing players for their commitment, professionalism, and contri
  
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• CBN Senior Tennis Championship: Otu advances to Second Round in Abuja

  16-06-2026 01:00 via thesun.ng
  
  Nigeria’s rising tennis star, Blessing Otu, booked her place in the second round of the ongoing 47th Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Senior Tennis Championship after a commanding victory at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja.
  The championship, which began with qualifying rounds on June 12, is taking place at the Package B Tennis Courts of the national stadium.
  Competing in the women’s singles Round of 32, Otu overcame Kelvin Bebe-Emmanuella in straight sets, winning 6-1, 6-3 to
  
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• Brunson drops 45 to lead Knicks to NBA championship glory in 53 years

  16-06-2026 01:00 via thesun.ng
  
  The New York Knicks ended a 53-year championship drought with a 94–90 victory over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the 2026 NBA Finals, clinching the series 4–1 at Frost Bank Center on Sunday, June 14.
  Knicks captain Jalen Brunson delivered a historic performance, scoring 45 points, an NBA Finals franchise record, to earn Finals MVP honors and lead New York to its first title since 1973.
  The Knicks rallied from multiple double-digit deficits throughout the series, including a come
  
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• World Cup 2026: Egypt’s Wait For First World Cup Win Goes On As Belgium Battle Back To Force 1-1 Draw

  15-06-2026 23:20 via completesports.com
  
  Egypt began their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with a strong performance, holding Belgium to a 1-1 draw in their opening Group G match today, Morocco World News reports. The draw means Egypt are still searching for their first World Cup win since making their debut in 1934. The Pharaohs took the lead in the [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Belgium, Egypt share spoils in group G clash

  15-06-2026 23:16 via thesun.ng
  
  Belgium and Egypt shared the points after a 1-1 draw in their opening Group G match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Monday.
  Egypt took the lead in the 19th minute through Emam Ashour, who finished brilliantly after being set up by captain Mohamed Salah, giving the Pharaohs a deserved advantage. Belgium struggled to break down Egypt’s disciplined defence for much of the first half.
  The Belgians responded after the break and found an equaliser in the 66th minute when pressure from substitute R
  
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• World Cup 2026: I Want To Help Croatia In Best Possible Way –Modric

  15-06-2026 22:48 via completesports.com
  
  Croatia midfielder Luka Modrić is refusing to let retirement rumours distract him, stating that his attention is fully on leading Croatia in the FIFA World Cup 2026. Modric is currently the captain of the Croatian national team participating in the North America, Central America World Cup. Croatia will face England, Panama, and Ghana in the [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Spain’s Struggles Against African Teams At World Cups Continues After Cape Verde Draw

  15-06-2026 20:43 via completesports.com
  
  Cape Verde pulled off the shock of the FIFA World Cup 2026 so far as they held European champions Spain to a battling goalless draw in their Group H opener in Atlanta. Spain has now failed to defeat an African nation in their last three World Cup matches, managing only two draws and a loss. [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Debutants Cape Verde Hold Spain To 0-0 Draw

  15-06-2026 20:43 via completesports.com
  
  Cape Verde pulled off the shock of the 2026 World Cup so far as they held European champions Spain to a battling goalless draw in their Group H opener in Atlanta, The Irish News reports. Despite seeing plenty of possession in the first half, Luis De La Fuente’s team – who started with Lamine Yamal [...]
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• World Cup: Cape Verde shock Spain in historic draw

  15-06-2026 20:22 via thesun.ng
  
  World Cup debutants Cape Verde produced one of the biggest upsets of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after holding European champions Spain to a goalless draw in their Group H opener on Monday.
  The result marks a historic moment for the tiny African nation, which frustrated one of football’s traditional powerhouses with a disciplined defensive display at Atlanta Stadium in front of 67,640 spectators.
  Despite dominating possession, Spain failed to break down Cape Verde’s resilient backline, w
  
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• Done Deal: Nigerian Youngster Seals Move To Danish Club FC Midtylland

  15-06-2026 20:22 via completesports.com
  
  Nigerian youngster Olashile Musa Lawal has completed a move to Danish Superliga club FC Midtjylland, Completesports.com reports. The highly-rated forward joined the Wolves from Nigerian academy side FC Ebedei, continuing the strong relationship between the two clubs in developing young talent. Lawal, 18, will initially link up with FC Midtjylland’s U-19 squad, where he is [...]
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• World Cup 2026: I Don’t Want To Miss The Birth Of My Child –Doku

  15-06-2026 19:44 via completesports.com
  
  Belgium’s Jeremy Doku has disclosed that he would love to witness the birth of his first child while the FIFA World Cup 2026 is still on. The 24-year-old, a crucial player in Belgium’s attacking line-up, prepares to open his World Cup journey against Egypt in Seattle on Monday. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Don’t Start Stones [...]
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• Crystal Palace appoint 47-year-old Sage as manager

  15-06-2026 19:30 via vanguardngr.com
  Crystal Palace hired Pierre Sage as their new manager on Monday to replace Oliver Glasner after the Austrian left the UEFA Conference League winners at the end of the season.Sage agreed a three-year contract with the Premier League club having impressed at French side Lens last term.The 47-year-old Frenchman led Lens to a second place finish in Ligue 1, securing qualification for the Champions League, and won the French Cup for the first time in the club’s history.Sage was voted Ligue 1 M
  
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• World Cup 2026: American Female Referee To Officiate South Africa vs Czech Republic

  15-06-2026 19:04 via completesports.com
  
  Bafana Bafana of South Africa Group A encounter against Czechia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup will see Tori Penso from the United States become the first woman to officiate a men’s World Cup match, Soccer Laduma reports. Following their opening day 2-0 defeat to co-hosts Mexico; the South African national team will take to [...]
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• NPFL: Kano Pillars Announce Departure Of Eight Players

  15-06-2026 18:38 via completesports.com
  
  Kano Pillars have announced the departure of eight players following the expiration of their contracts, reports Completesports.com. The four-time Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) champions confirmed that Bernard Ovoke, Christian Izuchukwu, Sudais Ali Baba, Aliyu Yakubu, Muhammad Galadima, Ugochukwu Gabriel, Zahraddeen Bello, and Williams Ayuba have all left the club. In a statement, the club [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Don’t Start Stones Ahead Of Guehi Against Croatia –Shearer Advises Tuchel

  15-06-2026 18:03 via completesports.com
  
  Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer has disclosed that England manager Thomas Tuchel must start Marc Guéhi ahead of John Stones for the FIFA World Cup 2026 opener against Croatia. Shearer, in a chat with Tribal Football, stated that Guéhi’s excellent form and consistency make him a better choice, citing Stones’ lack of regular match fitness. [...]
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• Why Football Fans Are Following More Than The Match At The 2026 World Cup

  15-06-2026 17:56 via completesports.com
  
  A World Cup featuring 104 matches creates a different challenge for supporters. Between June 11 and July 19, the tournament will bring together 48 teams and produce more fixtures than any previous edition of the competition. Fans who go to the homepage of football platforms for fixtures and tournament updates may find themselves following developments [...]
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• OPPEIN Home: Delivering Premium Quality Cabinets And Wardrobes Worldwide

  15-06-2026 17:48 via completesports.com
  In the global home furnishing industry, demand for high-quality, customizable, and durable furniture continues to grow rapidly. Homeowners, designers, and developers are no longer satisfied with standard, mass-produced furniture. Instead, they are looking for premium solutions that combine aesthetics, functionality, and long-term value. Among the leading brands meeting this demand, OPPEIN Home has established itself [...]
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• SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 108: Victor Ikpeba On The History Of Nigerian Strikers

  15-06-2026 17:20 via completesports.com
  
  When talking about Nigeria’s strikers of all time, names like Richard Owubokiri, Rashidi Yekini, Segun Odegbami, Obafemi Martins among others come to mind. However, in this interview, former Super Eagles forward, Victor Nosa Ikpeba picks his surprise top five Nigerian strikers of all time as well as his relationship with Arsene Wenger. Related: SPORTS PLANET [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Van Dijk Criticises FIFA Over Hydration Breaks

  15-06-2026 17:13 via completesports.com
  
  Netherlands defender Virgil van Dijk has criticized FIFA’s implementation of mandatory hydration breaks during the FIFA World Cup 2026. The Dutch began their campaign by twice throwing the lead away against a strong Japan side, with Van Dijk enjoying a mixed game in Dallas as he scored but was also criticised for some aspects of [...]
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• Enugu Rangers Clinch Ninth Title As NPFL Attracts Wider Attention

  15-06-2026 17:03 via completesports.com
  
  On May 24th, a buoyant Enugu Rangers spawned headlines all over Africa and etched their name deeper into Nigerian football history by securing the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) title for a record-equalling ninth time. The Flying Antelopes claimed top spot on what was a fittingly dramatic final day of the 2025/26 campaign, grinding out [...]
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