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• …Could face FIFA sanction after World Cup

  16-07-2026 04:12 via thesun.ng
  
  Hassan has not been punished for his behaviour or post-match comments where he said it is “clear that the pressure put on the referee before the match by the Argentine side succeeded”.
  Not done there, he also said: “Perhaps they wanted to keep the world champion in the competition. Perhaps they wanted Messi to stay in the running.”
  That prompted the response from FIFA but Hassan could still be sanctioned by the world governing body.
  According to The Athletic, FIFA will wa
  
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• Trossard completes move to Besiktas for reported £15.3m

  16-07-2026 09:06 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Leandro Trossard completed a permanent transfer from Arsenal to Turkish Super Lig side Besiktas on Wednesday for a reported fee of £15.3 million ($21 million).The 31-year-old Belgium winger, who featured at the 2026 World Cup, joined the Gunners from Brighton in January 2023.The winger featured 174 times in all competitions for Arsenal, scoring 36 goals and providing 34 assists.He was part of Mikel Arteta’s side that won the Premier League title last season for the first time i
  
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• Argentina risk FIFA sanctions over Falklands banner after England win

  16-07-2026 08:35 via thesun.ng
  
  Argentina could face disciplinary action from FIFA after players displayed a politically charged banner backing the country’s claim to the Falkland Islands following their dramatic 2-1 victory over England in the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
  The reigning world champions booked their place in Sunday’s final against Spain after producing a stunning late comeback in Atlanta. Goals from Enzo Fernández and Lautaro Martínez overturned Anthony Gordon’s second-
  
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• World Cup 2026: ‘I Told Mac Allister I Was Going To Score’ –Martinez Reacts To Goal Vs England

  16-07-2026 08:30 via completesports.com
  
  Inter Milan star Lautaro Martínez has confirmed that he told his teammate Alexis Mac Allister he was going to score before netting the stoppage-time winner in Argentina’s 2-1 FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final victory over England. Coming off the bench in the 81st minute, Martínez headed in a cross from Lionel Messi to seal his [...]
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• World Cup: England’s FA reaffirms support for Tuchel despite loss to Argentina

  16-07-2026 08:26 via thesun.ng
  
  The Football Association has thrown its full support behind England manager Thomas Tuchel despite the Three Lions’ heartbreaking 2-1 defeat to Argentina in the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting the German remains central to the country’s long-term plans.
  England’s dream of reaching their first men’s World Cup final since lifting the trophy in 1966 ended in dramatic fashion on Wednesday after Anthony Gordon’s second-half opener was cancelled out by la
  
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• Saliba Faces Five Months Out With Back Injury

  16-07-2026 08:25 via completesports.com
  
  William Saliba reportedly faces five months on the sidelines after limping out of France’s World Cup semi-final defeat to Spain, talkSPORT reports. The Arsenal defender had been following a modified training programme throughout the World Cup so far, in an attempt to manage his back pain. However, the 25-year-old could manage just 30 minutes of [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Argentina Risk FIFA Punishment After Dramatic Win Against England

  16-07-2026 08:06 via completesports.com
  
  Argentina risk FIFA punishment after players celebrated their World Cup win over England as they displayed a sign reading: “The Falkland Islands are Argentinian”, talkSPORT reports. Lionel Messi and co snatched victory from the jaws of defeat as two late goals saw them edge past their adversaries in Atlanta. After Anthony Gordon put Thomas Tuchel’s [...]
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• Done Deal: Ugochukwu Joins Galatasaray On Loan

  16-07-2026 08:06 via completesports.com
  
  Turkish Super Lig champions Galatasaray have announced the signing of Lesley Ugochukwu, Completesports.com reports. Galatasaray announced Ugochukwu’s arrival on their official website. The Nigerian-born midfielder arrived the RAMS Park on loan from Sky Bet Championship club Burnley with an option to make it permanent. The 22-year-old only joined Burnley from Premier League giants Chelsea last [...]
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• Tuchel defends tactics despite England’s late World Cup heartbreak

  16-07-2026 07:58 via thesun.ng
  
  England manager Thomas Tuchel has defended his tactical approach despite his side’s dramatic 2-1 defeat to Argentina in the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting he has “no regrets” over the decisions that ultimately ended the Three Lions’ hopes of reaching their first World Cup final in 60 years.
  England appeared on course for a famous victory after Anthony Gordon fired them ahead early in the second half at Atlanta Stadium. However, defending champions Argen
  
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• World Cup 2026: Kane Laments England Loss To Argentina

  16-07-2026 07:50 via completesports.com
  
  Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has expressed deep devastation after England’s 2-1 loss to Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final. Thomas Tuchel’s side looked on course to reach England’s first men’s World Cup final since their win in 1966 when Anthony Gordon gave them the lead in a feisty encounter after 55 minutes. [...]
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• World Cup: England deserved to lose against Argentina – Michael Owen

  16-07-2026 07:40 via thesun.ng
  
  Former England striker Michael Owen has criticised England’s approach in their 2-1 World Cup defeat to Argentina, saying the team deserved to lose after retreating into a defensive shell.
  Owen contrasted England’s performance with Spain’s display in their 1-0 victory the previous night, describing Spain’s game management as an example of courage and bravery.
  “Watch Spain at 1-0 last night. That’s courage. That’s bravery. And then watch England at 1-0. Wh
  
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• Kane rues England’s World Cup collapse after Argentina comeback

  16-07-2026 07:23 via thesun.ng
  
  England captain Harry Kane admitted he was devastated after the Three Lions surrendered a second-half lead to lose 2-1 to defending champions Argentina in the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
  Speaking after the tense encounter, Kane described the defeat as another painful setback for a team that had come within touching distance of a historic final.
  England appeared destined for their first men’s World Cup final since lifting the trophy in 1966 after Anthony Gordon fired Thomas Tuch
  
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• Argentina leave it late to reach World Cup final

  16-07-2026 04:33 via thesun.ng
  
  •Argentina will face Spain in next Sunday’s final
  Argentina will face Spain in next Sunday’s final (19).
  The spot was secured this Wednesday (15) with a dramatic win over England.
  All three goals in the match were scored in the second half.
  Anthony Gordon opened the scoring for England, who dropped back too much after going 1-0 up and paid the price for it.
  Enzo Fernández and Lautaro Martínez, in the closing minutes, turned the game around for the reigning world ch
  
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• Spain has shut lots of mouths – Cubarsi

  16-07-2026 04:31 via thesun.ng
  
  Spain’s Pau Cubarsí has praised his side’s defensive display in their dominant World Cup semi-final win against France.
  The 19-year-old Barcelona centre-half has excelled in defence for La Roja at this summer’s tournament, having played in all seven matches so far under Luis de La Fuente.Now, Cubarsí believes that Spain have quietened the doubters once and for all after last night’s historic victory.Speaking after the match, Cubarsí said: “There
  
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• Mbappe admits France got tactics wrong against Spain

  16-07-2026 04:30 via thesun.ng
  
  Kylian Mbappe rued the end of France’s World Cup dream on Tuesday, blaming tactical and technical blunders for his side’s 2-0 semi-final defeat to France.
  Mbappe had emerged as one of the stars of the tournament during France’s run to the last four, rattling in eight goals at the tip of a free-scoring attack that delighted fans worldwide.
  But the 27-year-old French captain’s dreams of a third straight World Cup final appearance ended abruptly as Spain outplayed Les Bleus
  
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• Extended half-time musical show for final

  16-07-2026 04:29 via thesun.ng
  
  The half-time break during Sunday’s FIFA World Cup final is expected to be longer than usual as organisers plan a Super Bowl-style musical performance featuring several international stars.
  The reports suggested that the interval could last between 20 and 25 minutes, with the live entertainment segment expected to run for approximately 11 minutes.
  The star-studded performance is set to feature Madonna, Shakira and South Korean K-pop sensation BTS. Justin Bieber has also reportedly been add
  
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• After WC loss, Olise wants move to Real Madrid

  16-07-2026 04:28 via thesun.ng
  
  With France now eliminated from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, focus will once again turn to Michael Olise’s future at club level. As per a report from Foot Mercato, the France international wants to complete a move to Real Madrid this summer.When evoking Olise’s future, Bayern Munich have been unequivocal in saying that the playmaker is not for sale. Foot Mercato understands, however, that the truth is more nuanced. Whilst the Bundesliga giants would like to extend his current deal, the c
  
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• Rodri makes FIFA complaint about Lamine Yamal treatment

  16-07-2026 04:27 via thesun.ng
  
  Rodri has criticised FIFA for the standard of officiating at the World Cup after Spain booked their place in the final on Tuesday night.
  Spain recorded an impressive 2-0 victory over pre-tournament favourites France to set up a potentially mouth-watering showdown against either England or Argentina on Sunday in New Jersey.
  Mikel Oyarzabal’s penalty settled Luis de la Fuente’s men down midway through the first half before Pedro Porro’s crisp strike on the hour mark extended thei
  
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• Aina, Awoniyi report for pre-season training

  16-07-2026 04:25 via thesun.ng
  
  Nigeria internationals Ola Aina and Taiwo Awoniyi have reported for pre-season training at Premier League club Nottingham Forest.
  The Super Eagles stars were among the group that returned to the Nigel Doughty Academy on Monday, July 13, to begin preparations for the upcoming Premier League campaign, Forest’s fifth consecutive season in the top flight.
  Aina and Awoniyi took part in Forest’s first training session after not being granted an extended break following their omission from
  
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• WAFU B U20 Championship: Flying Eagles to play Ghana, Togo, Burkina Faso

  16-07-2026 04:24 via thesun.ng
  
  Nigeria’s U20 boys, Flying Eagles, have been drawn to play Ghana’s Black Satellites, Togo’s Junior Sparrow Hawks and Burkina Faso’s Young Stallions in the group phase of this year’s West Africa Football Union (WAFU) B U20 Championship to be hosted by Cote d’Ivoire.
  The draw conducted on Wednesday put the Flying Eagles and their opponents in Group B, while hosts Cote d’Ivoire, Benin Republic and Niger Republic make up Group A.
  Head Coach Abdu Maikaba and
  
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• 14th WAFCON: I believe in Super Falcons – Ihezuo

  16-07-2026 04:23 via thesun.ng
  
  Former junior international striker Chinwendu Ihezuo has admitted that the 14th edition of the Women Africa Cup of Nations finals taking place in Morocco 26th July – 16th August will be much tougher than the last competition held in the same North African Kingdom a year ago. However, she believes the Super Falcons have the magic to pull the chestnut out of the fire and secure a ticket to the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup while retaining the trophy.“This tournament will be tougher
  
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• Joshua: Fury can wait until I beat Prenga

  16-07-2026 04:21 via thesun.ng
  
  Anthony Joshua says Tyson Fury will have to wait before any face-to-face moment between the two, insisting Fury can only step into the ring once Joshua has beaten Kristian Prenga on July 25 in Jeddah.
  Joshua explained that he ignored an earlier invitation from Fury because their proposed showdown still isn’t signed, despite months of public negotiation. “If he wants to come in the ring when I win July 25th, feel welcome. Come into my territory. I’m the landlord. I’m going
  
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• Igali tips Team Nigeria for Glasgow glory, hails NSC

  16-07-2026 04:20 via thesun.ng
  
  By JOE APUFormer Olympic and world wrestling champion Daniel Igali has thrown his weight behind Team Nigeria’s medal ambitions at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, saying the improved welfare and meticulous preparations put in place by the National Sports Commission (NSC) have given the country’s athletes the platform to excel in Glasgow.
  According to Firstzealmediablog, the Bayelsa State Commissioner for Sports said reports emerging from Team Nigeria’s training camp have been encou
  
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• Team Nigeria Wheelchair Basketball records back-to-back wins

  16-07-2026 04:19 via thesun.ng
  
  Team Nigeria’s wheelchair basketball team continued its impressive preparations for the 2026 Commonwealth Games with two convincing victories over Grampian Flyers Wheelchair Basketball Club of Aberdeen in a series of international friendly matches, BSNSports.com.ng reports.
  The Nigerian side produced a dominant display in the opening fixture, securing a comprehensive 7-2 victory over the Scottish club.
  They followed up the performance with another commanding outing in the second game, defe
  
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• Kida congratulates Nigeria’s U18 boys on AfroBasket qualification

  16-07-2026 04:18 via thesun.ng
  
  President of the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF), Engr. Ahmadu Musa Kida, has congratulated the country’s U-18 Boys National Team following their impressive qualification for the 2026 FIBA U18 AfroBasket Championship after emerging champions of the FIBA Africa Zone 3 Qualifiers in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso.
  The Nigerian youngsters completed the qualification tournament with a perfect record, winning all four of their matches in dominant fashion to secure the region’s automatic t
  
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• Libya joins race to host AFCON 2028, 2032

  16-07-2026 04:17 via thesun.ng
  
  Libya have officially entered the race to host either the 2028 or 2032 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), signaling the country’s ambition to bring the continent’s biggest football tournament back to its shores, BSNSports.com.ng reports.Soccer
  As part of its proposed bid, Libya plans to use eight stadiums across the country, with the 45,000-capacity Tripoli International Stadium and the 40,000-capacity Benghazi International Stadium serving as the flagship venues.
  Libya previously hosted
  
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• KFN board members back Dimkpa

  16-07-2026 04:15 via thesun.ng
  
  Two members of the Board of the Karate Federation of Nigeria (KFN), Dr. Mustapha Sheriff Ramadan, North-East Representative, and Mr. Brian Obinna, South-East Representative, have congratulated Engr. Chukwudi Dimkpa on his emergence as President of the Karate Federation of Nigeria, expressing confidence that his leadership will usher in a new phase of unity, stability and development for the sport.
  Speaking with FAKS MEDIA, Dr. Ramadan described Engr. Dimkpa as a committed administrator with a ge
  
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• Egypt manager finally explains meaning behind ‘X’ gesture he used in loss against Argentina

  16-07-2026 04:13 via thesun.ng
  
  Egypt’s manager has finally revealed why he performed an ‘X’ gesture during his side’s 3-2 loss to Argentina in the World Cup round of 16 clash.
  Hossam Hassan caused a stir when he crossed his arms and made the gesture towards referee Francois Letexier in the 98th minute of the contest.
  Egypt surrendered a 2-0 lead against the world champions, who turned it around with goals from Cristiano Romero, Lionel Messi and Enzo Fernandez in a crazy 13-minute period.
  Egypt felt agg
  
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• Kane ‘gutted’ after England crash out of World Cup

  16-07-2026 00:48 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Harry Kane said he was “gutted” for England and their fans after his team were beaten 2-1 by defending champions Argentina in the World Cup semi-finals on Wednesday.Anthony Gordon’s strike had put the Three Lions on the cusp of a first men’s World Cup final since they lifted the 1966 trophy but Lionel Messi inspired a dramatic turnaround in Atlanta.He set up Enzo Fernandez, who blasted home from outside the area, and provided an inch-perfect cross for Lautaro Martinez&rs
  
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• World Cup 2026: We Didn’t Know What To Do After Taking Lead —Rooney On England’s Semifinal Loss To Argentina

  16-07-2026 00:12 via completesports.com
  
  Wayne Rooney said England did not know what to do after taking the lead against Argentina, in Wednesday’s FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal. England had taken the lead in the 55th minute through Anthony Gordon, who slotted home a cross from Morgan Rodgers. But Thomas Tuchel side struggled to regain control as Argentina, led by [...]
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