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• Cristiano Ronaldo given World Cup lifeline

  09-06-2026 02:55 via thesun.ng
  
  Cristiano Ronaldo’s hopes of starting for Portugal at this summer’s World Cup owe a lot to Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique.
  The 41-year-old is set to appear at his sixth finals in North America this summer.
  Alongside Lionel Messi, Ronaldo is one of six players to play at five separate editions of the World Cup.
  However, no player has ever played at six different tournaments, a feat Ronaldo and Messi could both achieve this year.
  Meanwhile, the Portuguese superstar is the onl
  
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• Super Eagles Retain 26th Spot In Latest FIFA Rankings

  11-06-2026 13:39 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria’s Super Eagles have maintained their 26th position in the latest FIFA Men’s World Rankings released on Thursday, Completesports.com reports. The three-time African champions were in action four times since the previous rankings. Unity Cup Success Éric Chelle’s side defeated Zimbabwe’s Warriors 2-0 and thrashed Jamaica’s Reggae Boyz 3-0 at the Unity Cup invitational tournament [...]
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• Why More Adults Are Discovering Snooker Is One Of The Best Lifelong Sports

  11-06-2026 13:33 via completesports.com
  
  Many people reach a point in their thirties, forties, or even fifties when the sports they once loved begin to take a physical toll. A weekend game of football might leave the knees aching; the physical exhaustion of running often outweighs the thrill of the activity; and even a casual match of tennis can require [...]
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• Missing 2026 World Cup one of my saddest moments — Amaju Pinnick

  11-06-2026 13:28 via thesun.ng
  
  By Lawrence Agbo
  Former president of the Nigeria Football Federation, Amaju Pinnick, has described Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup as one of the most painful experiences of his football administration career.
  Speaking during an interview on ARISE News, Pinnick admitted that watching the Super Eagles miss out on a second consecutive World Cup remains difficult to accept.
  “It really gets into me, you know, because it is one of my saddest moments where we didn&r
  
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• The Role Of Branded Swim Caps In School And Club Swimming Programs

  11-06-2026 13:25 via completesports.com
  
  Swimming programs thrive on more than athletic performance alone. Schools and clubs also work to build identity, teamwork, and a sense of belonging among participants. Small visual elements often play a larger role in this process than many people realize. Branded swim caps have become a practical tool for organizations looking to strengthen team culture [...]
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• World Cup fever hits New York as streets renamed after Henry, Pele

  11-06-2026 12:30 via thesun.ng
  
  With the 2026 FIFA World Cup set to kick off across North America, New York City has rolled out a special tribute to two of football’s most iconic figures, Thierry Henry and Pele, temporarily renaming streets in their honour.
  The move forms part of activities leading up to the global tournament, which begins on Thursday and will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico. The World Cup final is scheduled for July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, rebranded for the tournament a
  
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• Neymar, Kylian dominate baby names ahead of World Cup

  11-06-2026 12:17 via thesun.ng
  
  As anticipation builds for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, football’s influence is being felt in an unexpected place across South America birth registration offices.
  Parents across the continent are increasingly naming their newborns after some of the game’s biggest stars, with Neymar and Kylian emerging among the most popular football-inspired names.
  The trend highlights the powerful connection between football and everyday life in South America, where elite players are often viewed as rol
  
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• New York renames streets after Thierry Henry, Pele ahead of World Cup

  11-06-2026 12:00 via vanguardngr.com
  New York has honored two footballing greats by temporarily renaming streets after Thierry Henry and Pele ahead of the World Cup kickoff, according to the City Council.The tournament — co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico — begins Thursday and the final will be played next month at the MetLife Stadium, rebranded as the New York New Jersey Stadium, just outside the city.Crowds gathered at West 50th Street and 6th Avenue in downtown Manhattan to mark the unveiling of &ldqu
  
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• Watch Live Streaming FIFA World Cup 2026

  11-06-2026 11:39 via completesports.com
  
  The FIFA World Cup 2026 is expected to attract billions of viewers worldwide, making it one of the most anticipated sporting events of the decade. As the tournament approaches, many football fans are searching for reliable ways to watch matches live. The biggest challenge is finding a platform that offers smooth streaming, easy access, and [...]
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• 2026 World Cup opener: Everything you need to know about Mexico vs South Africa as global showpiece kicks off

  11-06-2026 11:38 via thesun.ng
  
  The 2026 FIFA World Cup gets underway today with hosts Mexico taking on South Africa in the tournament’s opening match at the iconic Estadio Azteca in Mexico City.
  The match marks the start of the biggest World Cup in history, featuring 48 teams and 104 matches across Mexico, the United States and Canada.
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  Fixture: Mexico vs South AfricaCompetition: 2026 FIFA World CupGroup: Group AVenue: Estadio AztecaDate: June 11, 2026Stage: Opening Match of the Tournament
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• 2026 World Cup opener: Everything you need to know about Mexico vs South Africa

  11-06-2026 11:38 via thesun.ng
  
  The 2026 FIFA World Cup gets underway today with hosts Mexico taking on South Africa in the tournament’s opening match at the iconic Estadio Azteca in Mexico City.
  The match marks the start of the biggest World Cup in history, featuring 48 teams and 104 matches across Mexico, the United States and Canada.
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  Fixture: Mexico vs South AfricaCompetition: 2026 FIFA World CupGroup: Group AVenue: Estadio AztecaDate: June 11, 2026Stage: Opening Match of the Tournament
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• Rising Stars Capturing Betting Attention Ahead Of The 2026 World Cup

  11-06-2026 11:23 via completesports.com
  
  Every World Cup cycle produces a handful of names that seem to emerge at exactly the right moment. Some arrive with years of hype behind them. Others appear almost unexpectedly, forcing their way into conversations that were previously reserved for established stars. As attention builds toward the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a new generation of [...]
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• Friendly: Neto Thrilled With Portugal’s Win Over Super Eagles

  11-06-2026 11:01 via completesports.com
  
  Pedro Neto believes Portugal can head into the 2026 FIFA World Cup with confidence after their 2-1 international friendly victory over Nigeria’s Super Eagles, Completesports.com reports. Roberto Martinez’s men delivered an impressive display in the encounter played at the Estádio Dr. Magalhães Pessoa in Leiria on Wednesday night. Neto opened the scoring for the hosts [...]
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• Kylian, Neymar lead football-inspired baby names across South America

  11-06-2026 11:00 via vanguardngr.com
  What’s in a name? A victory foretold or a homage to greatness past?Across South America, a legion of pint-sized Kylians and Neymars will be following the fortunes of the stars to whom they owe their names when the World Cup kicks off on Thursday.But in a year’s time, depending on which players shine, expectant parents may be leaning towards Lamine (Yamal, Spain), Ousmane (Dembele, France), Harry (Kane, England) or Vitinha (Portugal).In Ecuador, which is taking part in its fifth Worl
  
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• Friendly: Sanusi Thumbs Up Super Eagles’ Performance In Defeat To Portugal

  11-06-2026 09:27 via completesports.com
  
  Super Eagles defender Zaidu Sanusi has praised the team’s spirited display despite their 2-1 defeat to Portugal in Wednesday night’s international friendly at the Estádio Dr. Magalhães Pessoa in Leiria. The three-time African champions delivered an encouraging performance against the Selecao, a significant improvement from their previous meeting, which ended in a 4-0 defeat. Nigeria [...]
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• 2026 W/Cup: Brazil President Predicts Win Over Morocco

  11-06-2026 09:09 via completesports.com
  
  Brazilian president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has expressed a strong belief that his country’s national team will start the 2026 World Cup with a victory against Morocco. Speaking after a meeting of Brazil’s Council for Sustainable Economic and Social Development, Lula told reporters he expects the Seleção to win their opening match on Saturday [...]
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• 2026 World Cup: ‘We Can’t Control Everything’ –Infantino Reacts After Somali Referee Denial Of Entry To US

  11-06-2026 08:45 via completesports.com
  
  FIFA President Gianni Infantino has urged the public to chill and relax after US authorities denied entry to Omar Abdulkadir Artan, the first Somali referee selected to officiate a World Cup. Despite holding a valid visa, he was held for 11 hours and ultimately deemed inadmissible by US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) due to [...]
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• FIFA backs Trump, defends ticket prices ahead of World Cup kick-off

  11-06-2026 08:17 via thesun.ng
  
  By Lawrence Agbo
  As the 2026 FIFA World Cup gets underway across North America, FIFA President Gianni Infantino has defended both the tournament’s ticket pricing structure and the role played by U.S. President Donald Trump in helping bring the competition to the United States.
  Speaking in Mexico City on the eve of the opening match between Mexico and South Africa, Infantino dismissed criticism surrounding the cost of tickets and visa-related controversies that have overshadowed preparation
  
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• ‘Very Satisfied’– Martinez Reflects On Portugal’s Win Over Super Eagles

  11-06-2026 08:03 via completesports.com
  
  Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez has shared his thoughts on his side’s victory over the Super Eagles, Completesports.com reports. The Selecao edged past Nigeria 2-1 in their final warm-up fixture ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at the Estádio Dr. Magalhães Pessoa in Leiria on Wednesday night. Pedro Neto gave Portugal the lead in [...]
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• Barcelona Formally Submit Bid To Host 2029 Champions League Final

  11-06-2026 08:03 via completesports.com
  
  Barcelona have officially submitted a bid to UEFA to host the 2029 UEFA Champions League final. The La Liga giants confirmed in an official statement that it has already submitted all the documentation required by UEFA for the renovated Camp Nou to be considered as the venue for the final. According to the club, the [...]
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• 2026 World Cup: ‘Nigeria Will Be A Big Miss’ –Terry

  11-06-2026 07:56 via completesports.com
  
  Former England captain John Terry has expressed deep disappointment over Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, calling the Super Eagles’ absence a major miss for the global tournament. Terry noted that a football tournament of this magnitude loses some of its flair and pedigree without a nation as culturally rich and [...]
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• 10 best midfielders at the 2026 World Cup

  11-06-2026 02:35 via thesun.ng
  
  Goal-scoring will never go out of fashion, and they’ve always said that “defense wins championships,” but soccer continues to revolve around the engine room.
  The middle of the pitch is the battleground that so often decides outcomes of matches. It’s where the fight for control is at its fiercest, and where teams can hurt their opponents the most.
  Soccer has drifted into an era of pace and power, but the supreme technical craft that defined Spain’s dominant cycle bet
  
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• Bosnia, Norway lead tallest teams

  11-06-2026 02:32 via thesun.ng
  
  The average height of the teams participating in the World Cup is a classic statistic in every tournament, analyzed not only by fans but also by coaches. Aerial play and set pieces are crucial in these competitions. The 2026 World Cup ranking, compiled using the average height of the squads, shows that Europe dominates among the tallest teams in the tournament.
  Bosnia and Herzegovina and Norway share first place in the rankings with an average height of 187.2 centimeters per player. Both teams t
  
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• Messi, Ronaldo headline race for football’s biggest prize

  11-06-2026 02:30 via thesun.ng
  
  • As 48-team FIFA World Cup begins
  FIFA World Cup 2026 gets under way today as 48 teams gather across the United States, Canada and Mexico for the biggest edition of the tournament in history.
  The tournament will run for almost six weeks before concluding with the final at New Jersey’s 82,500-seat MetLife Stadium on July 19.
  The first World Cup to be hosted by three countries will begin at Mexico City’s Estadio Azteca, where Mexico face South Africa.
  For football supporters, att
  
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• US official claims banned referee had links with ‘terror organisations’

  11-06-2026 02:28 via thesun.ng
  
  Somali referee Omar Artan was denied entry to the United States because of his “association with suspected members of terror organisations”, says a US official.
  The 34-year-old – Africa’s referee of the year in 2025 – was set to be the first Somali to referee at a World Cup finals but was denied entry at Miami International Airport on Monday despite holding a diplomatic passport and a single entry US visa.
  Somalia is one of 12 several countries on a travel ban list
  
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• Fulham keen on Chukwueze stay

  11-06-2026 02:26 via thesun.ng
  
  Premier League side Fulham are reportedly interested in securing the services of Nigerian winger Samuel Chukwueze from AC Milan ahead of the new season, BSNSports.com.ng reports.Poland vs Nigeria
  Chukwueze, who spent the previous campaign on a season-long loan at Craven Cottage, impressed during his spell with Marco Silva’s side, prompting Fulham to explore the possibility of making the move permanent.
  However, the London club are seeking to negotiate a reduced transfer fee with AC Milan.
  
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• NPFL: Governor dissolves Bayelsa United board, coaching crew over poor results

  11-06-2026 02:25 via thesun.ng
  
  Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has dissolved the board and coaching crew of Bayelsa United Football Club following the team’s disappointing performances, BSNSports.com.ng reportsSoccer
  The decision was announced on Wednesday ahead of the State Executive Council meeting held in Yenagoa.
  Governor Diri expressed dissatisfaction with the club’s recent results, stressing that the move was aimed at repositioning the Prosperity Boys for improved performances and future success.
  
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• 47th CBN Senior Tennis Championship serves off in Abuja

  11-06-2026 02:22 via thesun.ng
  
  Abuja will once again take centre stage in Nigerian tennis as the 47th edition of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Senior Tennis Championship serves off on Friday, June 12, 2026, at the Tennis Complex of Package B, Moshood Abiola National Stadium.
  The week-long tournament, sponsored by the Central Bank of Nigeria, will run until June 20, when champions across various categories will be crowned at the grand finale in the nation’s capital.
   The championship will feature competition in
  
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• 18 states ready for Nigeria’s 2026 Olympic Day celebration

  11-06-2026 02:18 via thesun.ng
  
  No fewer than 18 states have confirmed their participation in the 2026 Olympic Day Celebration following the decision by the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) Sports For All Commission to postpone the nationwide event by one week.
  The annual celebration, originally scheduled for June 27, will now take place across the country on July 4, 2026, after the Main Organising Committee (MOC) approved the adjustment at an emergency meeting held on June 6.
  According to the committee, the postponement was ne
  
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• International Breweries fields its strongest-ever FIFA World Cup 2026 Squad

  11-06-2026 02:15 via thesun.ng
  
  International Breweries Plc (IBPLC), part of AB InBev – the world’s largest brewer and proud makers of more than 500 iconic brands – has officially unveiled its FIFA World Cup 2026 squad, featuring four of its leading brands: Budweiser, Trophy Premium Lager, Hero Lager and Flying Fish, each set to bring Nigerians closer to the excitement, passion and celebration of the world’s biggest football tournament ever; the World Cup featuring 48 teams across Canada, Mexico, and th
  
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