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• Davnotch pledges continual development support for Tennis in Nigeria

  27-06-2026 01:09 via thesun.ng
  
  Davnotch Nigeria Limited,has pledged to ensure the continual development of Tennis in Nigeria, through the sustenance of its perennial sponsorship of the Davnotch National Open Tennis Championship.
  This was revealed by its Managing Director, Mr Emmanuel Ochei at a media interaction, heralding the grand-finale of the ongoing sixth edition of sponsorship held at the Moshood Abiola national stadium Abuja.
  According to him, sports development requires consistent investment, innovation and deliberate
  
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• World Cup: Colombia deny Portugal top spot despite late VAR drama

  28-06-2026 04:17 via thesun.ng
  
  Colombia finished top of Group K after a pulsating 0-0 draw with Portugal in Miami, overcoming a dramatic late VAR decision that denied them victory but not first place in the standings.
  Both sides had already secured qualification for the Round of 32 before kick-off, but they served up one of the most entertaining goalless matches of the tournament as they battled for top spot. Colombia ended the group unbeaten, while Portugal progressed as runners-up.
  The South Americans nearly snatched all th
  
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• World Cup: DR Congo stun Uzbekistan to reach historic last 32

  28-06-2026 04:02 via thesun.ng
  
  FIFA World Cup knockout stage after fighting back to defeat Uzbekistan 3-1 in Atlanta, earning their first-ever World Cup victory and booking a last-32 showdown with England.
  The Congolese, making only their second World Cup appearance and first since 1974, recovered from an early setback after Uzbekistan captain Eldor Shomurodov fired his side ahead in the 10th minute from Azizbek Mozgovoy’s assist.
  Despite dominating large spells of the contest, DR Congo struggled to convert their chance
  
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• Croatia book Round of 32 place with late win over Ghana

  28-06-2026 03:51 via thesun.ng
  
  Croatia secured their place in the FIFA World Cup Round of 32 after defeating already-qualified Ghana 2-1 in a hard-fought Group L encounter at Philadelphia Stadium on Saturday.
  Needing only a draw to guarantee qualification, Zlatko Dalić’s side instead claimed all three points thanks to a late winner from Nikola Vlašić, ensuring they finished second in the group behind England, who defeated Panama 2-0 in the other Group L fixture.
  Croatia dominated the opening half and de
  
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• World Cup: Kane breaks England record as Three Lions beat Panama 2-0

  28-06-2026 03:42 via thesun.ng
  
  England secured top spot in Group L after defeating Panama 2-0, with captain Harry Kane becoming the country’s highest-scoring player in FIFA World Cup history.
  After a frustrating first half in front of 80,663 fans at New York New Jersey Stadium, Jude Bellingham broke the deadlock in the 62nd minute, turning home Bukayo Saka’s corner to give Thomas Tuchel’s side the breakthrough they desperately needed.
  Five minutes later, Bellingham turned provider, delivering a pinpoint cros
  
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• Pele versus Messi, by Patrick Omorodion

  28-06-2026 03:09 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The debate on who is football’s greatest player ever resurfaced again at the ongoing 2026 World Cup in Canada, Mexico and the United States after Lionel Messi struck a hat-trick in Argentina’s 3-0 defeat of Algeria in their opening match.His brace in the 2-0 defeat of Austria reinforced the belief by his fans that he is the G.O.A.T (greatest of all times).However, a Nigerian fan, Aniele John Ukpe disagrees. He reasoned that Messi may be greater than Pele in some aspects of football
  
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• World Cup 2026: It’s Disappointing –Thomas-Asante Reacts After Ghana’s Loss To Croatia

  28-06-2026 02:56 via completesports.com
  
  Ghana striker Brandon Thomas-Asante has expressed disappointment after the Black Stars lost 2-1 to Croatia in their final group match at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Ghana progressed to the Round of 32 of the tournament despite the loss to Croatia at Philadelphia Stadium on Sunday morning. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Ghana Lose To Croatia, [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Ghana Lose To Croatia, Finish Third In Group L

  28-06-2026 01:17 via completesports.com
  
  Ghana’s Black Stars slipped to third place in Group L after a 2-1 defeat to Croatia at Philadelphia Stadium on Saturday, while England secured top spot with a 2-0 win over Panama in New Jersey. Derrick Luckassen scored his first goal for Ghana to cancel out Petar Sučić’s first-half opener, but Croatia struck late to [...]
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• Can Eric Chelle Lead The Super Eagles Of Nigeria Back To The FIFA World Cup

  28-06-2026 00:41 via completesports.com
  
  Former Nigeria international, Abiodun Baruwa believes Eric Chelle will lead the Super Eagles to the 2030 World Cup provided Nigerians remain patient, united, and fully support the coach’s vision. The national team’s improved performances and pragmatic style has increased the level of confidence that Chelle has what it takes to guide Nigeria back to football’s [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Japan Can Shock Brazil –Minamino

  27-06-2026 22:56 via completesports.com
  
  Japan star Takumi Minamino has disclosed that the team can shock Brazil in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 clash in Houston by embracing an underdog mentality. The Samurai Blue are looking to replicate their historic 3-2 comeback victory against the Brazilians from an international friendly. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Norway Is Ready [...]
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• Croatia Vs Ghana Live Blogging – FIFA World Cup 2026 (Matchday 3; Group L)

  27-06-2026 22:30 via completesports.com
  
  Completesports.com’s Live Blogging of FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L matchday 3 clash between Vatreni (The Blazers) of Croatia and the Black Stars of Ghana at the Philadelphia Stadium, Pennsylvania, USA.
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• World Cup 2026: Saber Confident Egypt Can Overcome Australia

  27-06-2026 21:53 via completesports.com
  Mahmoud Saber believes Egypt will be fully prepared for their FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 clash against Australia, Completesports.com reports. The Pharaohs sealed a place in the knockout stages following a 1-1 draw with Iran on Saturday. Mahmoud Saber gave Hossam Hassan the lead in the fifth minute Saber converted from close range [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Canada Coach Gives Fitness Update On Bayern Star Davies Ahead South Africa Clash

  27-06-2026 20:53 via completesports.com
  
  Canada head coach Jesse Marsch has provided an update on Bayern Munich star Alphonso Davies ahead of his side’s 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 clash against South Africa. Tournament co-hosts Canada will face Bafana Bafana on Sunday at 9pm at Los Angeles Stadium in Los Angeles, with both teams battling for a place [...]
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• Wimbledon: Serena’s Comeback Is Inspirational –Djokovic

  27-06-2026 20:01 via completesports.com
  
  Veteran tennis star Novak Djokovic has praised Serena Williams’ return to professional tennis as truly inspirational and epic, highlighting the intense effort and gym work the 44-year-old is putting into her preparations for the tournament.  23-time Grand Slam champion Serena Williams is making a sensational return to Wimbledon after a nearly four-year absence. Read Also:Wimbledon: [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Messi Will Start From Bench Against Jordan –Argentina Coach

  27-06-2026 19:33 via completesports.com
  
  Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni has officially confirmed that Lionel Messi will start on the bench for the final FIFA World Cup 2026 group game against Jordan. With Argentina having already secured the top spot and qualification for the Round of 32, the decision was made to rest the team’s talisman, though he is expected [...]
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• Chelsea Submit £26m Bid For Former Arsenal Star

  27-06-2026 19:26 via completesports.com
  
  Chelsea have submitted a £26m bid to sign Sunderland midfielder and former Arsenal captain Granit Xhaka in the summer transfer window. This is according to a report from journalist Luca Cerchione (via GIVEMESPORT). The potential signing is believed to have been personally requested by Alonso, who managed Xhaka during his time at Bayer Leverkusen. It [...]
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• World Cup: Argentina coach confirms Messi won’t start against Jordan

  27-06-2026 19:15 via thesun.ng
  
  Argentina coach, Lionel Scaloni has confirmed that captain, Lionel Messi would be missing from his starting lineup against Jordan in their final Group J game at the ongoing World Cup.
  This was confirmed in a video shared by football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano.
  As shown in the video, the confirmation came during an interview with legendary 91-year-old journalist, Enrique Macaya Márquez, who is covering his 18th World Cup.
  Argentina face Jordan at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Te
  
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• ‘I still send Diogo Jota messages’ — Reuben Neves

  27-06-2026 19:08 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Ruben Neves has revealed that he still sends WhatsApp messages to his late friend and former teammate Diogo Jota, nearly a year after the Liverpool forward died in a tragic car crash.Speaking on SIC’s Alta Definição, the Portugal midfielder said he and Jota’s widow, Rute Cardoso, have kept a WhatsApp group that includes Jota’s account, using it to share special moments and preserve his memory.“I still talk to him. Few people know this,” Neves said.&ld
  
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• Djokovic inspired by Serena as he targets history at Wimbledon

  27-06-2026 18:20 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Novak Djokovic is taking inspiration from Serena Williams’ sensational comeback as he sets his sights on a record-breaking triumph at Wimbledon.Williams has returned to tennis at the age of 44 and will play her first singles match in four years when she faces Maya Joint in the Wimbledon first round next week.The American legend has won 23 Grand Slam singles titles in her remarkable career, just behind Djokovic’s men’s record tally of 24.Djokovic, 39, is chasing an all-time rec
  
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• Fernandez Attracts Interest From Ligue 1 Club

  27-06-2026 16:56 via completesports.com
  
  Ligue 1 club Stade Rennes have joined the race to sign Rangers defender Emmanuel Fernandez, Completesports.com reports. Fernandez, who joined the Scottish giants from League One side Peterborough United for around £3.5 million last summer, has quickly established himself as one of the standout defenders in the Scottish Premiership. Rangers are expected to demand a [...]
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• Brighton Launch €34m Move For Nigerian-Born Defender

  27-06-2026 16:11 via completesports.com
  
  Brighton & Hove Albion have stepped up their pursuit of Atalanta defender Honest Ahanor by submitting a bid worth around €34 million (£30 million) for the highly rated teenager. According to transfer experts Ben Jacobs and Alex Crook, the Premier League club have formalised their interest after being linked with the Nigerian-born defender earlier this [...]
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• The Highest-Ranked Nations Not At The 2026 World Cup

  27-06-2026 15:36 via completesports.com
  
  The 2026 World Cup is the first to feature 48 teams, yet even with more places than ever, some of the biggest names in international football are missing. Italy, ranked 12ᵗʰ in the world, are the highest-ranked absentee, left out for a third tournament in a row. Their absence, along with several other established sides, [...]
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• Arsenal Plan £80m Bid For Brazil World Cup Star

  27-06-2026 15:30 via completesports.com
  
  Arsenal are ready to make their move for Bruno Guimaraes after receiving all the encouragement they needed from the Brazilian’s camp, according to TEAMtalk. The Gunners are understood to be prioritising the Brazilian star ahead of his Newcastle teammate Sandro Tonali, who they have also spoken to. Arsenal have long admired Guimaraes and are now [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Norway Is Ready For Ivory Coast Physical Approach –Solbakken

  27-06-2026 15:20 via completesports.com
  
  Norway head coach Ståle Solbakken has disclosed that his team is ready to face the physical challenge of the Ivory Coast in the Round of 32 at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Recall that Solbakken benched 10 starters, including star striker Erling Haaland and Martin Ødegaard, in their final group stage match against France to [...]
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• World Cup 2026: It’s Nice To See What African Teams Are Doing In This Tournament –France Legend Henry

  27-06-2026 15:02 via completesports.com
  
  Former Arsenal and Barcelona star Thierry Henry has praised the performances of African nations, at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup. Henry is part of Fox Sports’ broadcast team, serving as a pundit for the tournament being co-hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada. Speaking this week, the French football legend singled out South [...]
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• WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons’ Group Rivals Malawi Announce Provisional Squad

  27-06-2026 14:13 via completesports.com
  
  Malawi head coach Lovemore Fazili has unveiled a 32-member provisional squad for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, Comppletesports.com reports. The squad is led by captain Tabitha Chawinga and vice-captain Temwa Chawinga, who returns to the team after missing their recent matches. Fazil has also included two U-20 players, Takondwa Chinyamvula and Fatima Lali, [...]
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• 2026 World Cup: Dembele makes history with hat-trick against Norway

  27-06-2026 13:06 via thesun.ng
  
  France striker Ousmane Dembele made history on Friday by scoring a hat-trick in his team’s World Cup final group game against Norway.
  Dembele was outstanding in France’s 4-1 victory over Norway, scoring three goals and Desire Doue adding one.
  According to OptaJoe, Dembele’s hat-trick came only 32 minutes into the game, making it the second earliest a FIFA World Cup hat-trick has been scored in a contest.
  The Paris Saint-Germain star is only behind Erich Probst in 1954 for Austr
  
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• World Cup 2026: Egypt Ready To Take On Any Opponent — Hassan

  27-06-2026 12:21 via completesports.com
  Egypt boss Hossam Hassan has declared his team’s readiness to face any opponent at the FIFA World Cup 2026. The Pharaohs booked their spot in the Round of 32 following a thrilling 1-1 draw with IR Iran on Saturday. The Pharaohs made the perfect start with Mahmoud Saber slotting home from close range after Alireza [...]
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• Luis Suarez names favourite striker

  27-06-2026 12:10 via thesun.ng
  
  Uruguay ex-international, Luis Suarez has named England and Bayern Munich ace, Harry Kane as his favourite active striker in world football, while also paying tributes to Erling Haaland.
  Suarez, who retired from international football in September 2024, praised Kane’s tactical intelligence and excellent reading of the game.
  He also expressed admiration for Norwegian striker, Haaland, who is currently joint second highest goalscorer at the ongoing World Cup.
  However, he named Kane as his to
  
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• World Cup 2026: Cape Verde Will Relish Chance To Face Argentina –Bubista

  27-06-2026 11:42 via completesports.com
  
  Cape Verde head coach Bubista has declared that nothing is impossible after guiding the Blue Sharks to a historic Round of 32 clash against Argentina on July 3 in Miami. Cape Verde sealed their historic advancement by finishing as runners-up in Group H of the FIFA World Cup 2026, remaining undefeated following draws against Spain, [...]
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