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• Do you know that…

  27-06-2026 01:26 via thesun.ng
  
  •The FIFA World Cup was initiated by FIFA president Jules Rimet.
  •1930 Uruguay: Inaugural tournament featuring only 13 teams. It was won by host nation Uruguay who defeated Argentina 4–2
  •1942 & 1946: Tournaments canceled due to World War II
  •1950 Brazil: Uruguay claimed their second title in the decisive match against Brazil (known as the Maracanazo)
  It also witnessed the footwear fiasco as India famously withdrew from the 1950 tournament in Brazil. While a popular
  
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• 2026 World Cup breaks record for most goals scored in a single tournament

  27-06-2026 01:27 via thesun.ng
  
  The ​2026 World Cup became the highest-scoring ‌edition in the tournament’s history during the United States’ Group D match against Turkey on ​Thursday, with Auston Trusty’s early opener ​producing the record-breaking 173rd goal and eclipsing the previous mark of 172 ​set at Qatar 2022.
  Four more goals were ​scored after Trusty’s opener, with Turkey snatching a last-gasp 3-2 win to lift the tournament total ​to 177 goals.
  The recor
  
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• South Korea Manager faces sack

  27-06-2026 01:25 via thesun.ng
  
  South Korean fans have rallied en masse in a bid to get their manager, Hong Myung-bo sacked. The Asian nation are in significant danger of crashing out of the World Cup after they were beaten 1-0 by South Africa in their final group match.
  Their World Cup campaign began with a victory over the Czech Republic, but defeats to the host nation, Mexico, and South Africa ended their hopes of qualifying for the knockout stages automatically. Their tournament is not over just yet because, at the time of
  
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• Eze piles praise on Saka ahead of Saturday game

  27-06-2026 01:23 via thesun.ng
  
  Eze, fresh from giving his thoughts on injured Declan Rice’s condition, has also taken a moment to pile praise on his Arsenal teammate, Bukayo Saka, ahead of their game against Panama today.
  The midfielder praised Saka as an “incredibly talented player”, and had kind words for his decision-making skills and efficiency on the field.
  He said: “He’s an incredibly talented player, and his level of understanding of the game is insane. I feel like he’s a player who
  
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• Knockout ties confirmed as Scotland suffer blow

  27-06-2026 01:22 via thesun.ng
  
  The United States were on the receiving end of a dramatic 3-2 defeat to Turkiye in their final World Cup group fixture, but have still managed to top their group.
  Elsewhere, Paraguay and Australia played out a goalless draw in San Francisco, while Japan and Sweden drew 1-1 to see the points shared in Dallas.
  The Netherlands claimed a 3-1 victory over Tunisia to secure their place at the top of their group.
  Ecuador stunned Germany 2-1 to reach the Round of 32 of the World Cup. The South Americans
  
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• Ecuador President declares national holiday following Germany upset

  27-06-2026 01:19 via thesun.ng
  
  Ecuador’s ecstatic president has declared June 26 is a public holiday in his nation following the team’s incredible upset win against four-time World Cup winners Germany on Thursday.
  Daniel Noboa, who was among spectators attending the match at the MetLife Stadium, said in a post on social media that the team brought “immense joy” to Ecuador and gave the general public a day off to properly celebrate the landmark win.
  He wrote: “Thank you to the players and the coac
  
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• Ogazi turns professional after historic NCAA career

  27-06-2026 01:18 via thesun.ng
  
  By Joe Apu
  Nigeria’s 400m sensation, Samuel Ogazi, has officially turned professional, ending a record-breaking collegiate career at the University of Alabama after establishing himself as one of the greatest quarter-milers in NCAA history.
  The 20-year-old, who celebrated his birthday last month, has opted to forgo his remaining NCAA eligibility following three outstanding seasons in the United States according to Athletic Station Management.
  His decision comes after a sensational 2026 cam
  
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• Nwabali set for Saudi Arabia move

  27-06-2026 01:18 via thesun.ng
  
  Nigeria international goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali could be edging closer to securing his next club, with strong indications that a move to Saudi Arabia is gathering momentum, BSNSports.com.ng reports.
  The Super Eagles shot-stopper has been without a club since parting ways with Chippa United earlier this year, but his impressive performances for both club and country have continued to attract interest from several leagues.
  While clubs from different markets have monitored the 29-year-old’s
  
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• Patience Okon George: Choosing athletics over football was best decision of my life

  27-06-2026 01:13 via thesun.ng
  
  Nigeria’s veteran quarter-miler, Patience Okon George, has credited a life-changing decision to abandon football for athletics as the foundation of her illustrious career, saying the difficult choice transformed her into one of the country’s most decorated track stars.
  Speaking after winning the women’s 400m title at the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) Commonwealth Games Trials, the multiple-time African champion revealed that football was once her greatest passion before
  
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• Williams to face Australia’s Joint in Wimbledon comeback

  27-06-2026 01:11 via thesun.ng
  
  American great Serena Williams will face Australian 20-year-old Maya Joint in the first round ​of her eagerly awaited return to Wimbledon, a potentially tricky tie for the seven-time champion playing at the tournament for ‌the first time since 2022.
  Williams, 44, was handed a wildcard by organisers. She last played a competitive singles match at the U.S. Open in 2022, after which she said she was “evolving away from tennis”. She will face 53rd-ranked Joint, who has won two
  
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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 2026: Senegal Thrash Iraq 5-0 To Keep Knockout Round Qualification Hopes Alive

  27-06-2026 00:04 via completesports.com
  
  Senegal took a huge step towards reaching the knockout rounds of the World Cup as they eased to an historic 5-0 win over 10-man Iraq in their final Group I game, 101 GreatGoals reports. Like their opponents in Toronto, Senegal had suffered defeats to France and Noway in their opening two matches, leaving them needing [...]
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• World Cup: France beat Norway 4-1 as Dembélé hits hat-trick

  26-06-2026 23:26 via thesun.ng
  
  France maintained their perfect start to the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a commanding 4-1 victory over Norway on Friday, thanks to a first-half hat-trick from Ousmane Dembélé that sealed top spot in Group I.
  The French winger struck in the seventh, 20th and 32nd minutes, with two of his goals set up by captain Kylian Mbappé and the third assisted by Aurélien Tchouaméni. Désiré Doué added a fourth deep into stoppage time to complete another dom
  
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• World Cup: Senegal hammer Iraq 5-0, keep knockout hopes alive

  26-06-2026 23:16 via thesun.ng
  
  Senegal kept their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign alive with a commanding 5-0 victory over 10-man Iraq in their final Group I match, boosting their hopes of reaching the Round of 32 as one of the tournament’s best third-placed teams.
  Senegal took control almost immediately, with Habib Diarra opening the scoring in the fourth minute after being set up by Abdoulaye Seck. Iraq’s task became even tougher nine minutes later when defender Rebin Sulaka was sent off, forcing the Asian side to
  
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• World Cup 2026: It’s Victory Or Nothing –Sibo Speaks Ahead Ghana Vs Croatia

  26-06-2026 22:45 via completesports.com
  
  Ghana midfielder Kwasi Sibo has declared that the Black Stars will go all out for a win against Croatia to secure top spot in Group L of the FIFA World Cup 2026. After playing out a 0-0 draw against England, both teams are tied on four points, putting Ghana in prime position to advance to [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Semenyo Calls On Black Stars To Be More Aggressive With Referees After England Penalty Row

  26-06-2026 22:24 via completesports.com
  
  Black Stars forward Antoine Semenyo believes Ghana must be more streetwise in dealing with match officials after feeling aggrieved by a controversial decision in their goalless draw with England at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ghana were left frustrated after being denied what appeared to be a clear late penalty when England defender Ezri Konsa [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Uzoenyi Hails African Teams, Backs Continent’s Push For Global Football Supremacy

  26-06-2026 22:10 via completesports.com
  
  World Cup 2026: African Teams Justifying FIFA’s Expanded Slots Former Nigeria winger Ejike Uzoenyi believes Africa is well-positioned to emerge as a dominant force in global football, judging by the performances of the continent’s representatives at the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026 in the United States, Canada and Mexico, Completesports.com reports. Uzoenyi, a member of [...]
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• With Our Display At The World Cup We Can Now Compete With Any Team In Africa —Ex-Cape Verde Star Pele

  26-06-2026 21:27 via completesports.com
  
  Former Cape Verde star defender Pedro Miguel Cardoso Monteiro popularly known as, Pele, has said with the impressive performance of his country at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, they can now compete with any team in Africa. Despite making their debut at this year’s World Cup, Cape Verde’s Blue Sharks have been one of the [...]
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• Usyk says vacating heavyweight world title belts

  26-06-2026 20:49 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk said on Friday that he was vacating his three boxing world title belts but is not retiring.The 39-year-old Ukrainian, who is unbeaten in his professional career, said that he wanted “to make them free so that the guys who are in line for them can box”.Usyk’s announcement came just a month after he came close to a shock upset defeat to Kick-boxer Rico Verhoeven.Usyk needed a highly-controversial 11th-round stoppage to turn the tables on the D
  
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• Done Deal: Danish Club Hobro IK Sign Nigerian Forward On Three-Year Deal

  26-06-2026 20:26 via completesports.com
  
  Danish club Hobro IK have completed the signing of Nigerian striker Onyebuchi Obasi, Completesports.com reports. Obasi joins the Danish side from Norwegian outfit Vålerenga after signing a three-year contract. The 21-year-old becomes Hobro IK’s fourth signing of the summer transfer window. He moved to Vålerenga from Nigerian academy Beyond Limits in 2024 before spending last [...]
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• Okocha, 4 Other African Stars Who Hold FIFA World Cup Records

  26-06-2026 20:09 via completesports.com
  
  The FIFA World Cup has always been the ultimate stage for football’s greatest players to etch their names into history. Every edition of the tournament produces unforgettable moments, iconic performances and remarkable records that define generations of the game. While the FIFA World Cup 2026 has already witnessed global superstars such as Lionel Messi and [...]
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• Mayweather Vs Pacquiao Rematch Postponed Indefinitely

  26-06-2026 19:56 via completesports.com
  
  The highly anticipated rematch between boxing legends Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao, previously slated for September 19, 2026, at the Sphere in Las Vegas, has been postponed indefinitely. Pacquiao’s camp cited a volatile mix of financial gridlock, scheduling conflicts, and legal disputes entirely surrounding Mayweather’s team. Read Also:Warren: No Venue Yet For Joshua, Fury Fight [...]
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• 2026 NBA Draft: Six players of Nigerian heritage earn selections

  26-06-2026 18:54 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Enitan AbdultawabSix players of Nigerian descent were among those selected in the 2026 NBA Draft, further highlighting Nigeria’s growing influence on basketball’s biggest stage.The players — Ebuka Okorie, Zuby Ejiofor, Felix Okpara, Otega Oweh, Tobi Lawal and Ugonna Onyenso — were picked by different NBA franchises during the two-day draft held at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York.Stanford University’s Ebuka Okorie emerged as the highest-selected player
  
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• Agbonlahor: Fulham Will Be Relegated From Premier League If Arbeloa Is Appointed Manager

  26-06-2026 18:48 via completesports.com
  
  Former Aston Villa striker Gabriel Agbonlahor has disclosed that Fulham may be relegated from the Premier League if Álvaro Arbeloa is appointed as manager. Agbonlahor believes the Cottagers are at major risk following the departure of manager Marco Silva to Benfica and expects incoming boss Álvaro Arbeloa’s lack of senior managerial experience to cause severe [...]
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• Pele, Maradona Can’t Match Messi’s Longevity, Output –Malouda

  26-06-2026 18:10 via completesports.com
  
  Former France winger Florent Malouda has disclosed that Lionel Messi’s statistical numbers put him in a league of his own, noting that even legends like Pelé and Diego Maradona cannot match his longevity and output. Speaking to BoyleSports, Malouda highlighted the unmatched consistency and sheer volume of records Messi has accumulated over his illustrious career. [...]
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• I’ve Lost My World Cup, European Championship, EPL, FA Cup, Ligue 1 Winner’s Medals —France Legend

  26-06-2026 17:48 via completesports.com
  
  Arsenal legend Emmanuel Petit lost all his winner’s medals, including for the World Cup – but has an expensive replica trophy worth over £1million in his safe. The midfield icon was a key part of France‘s 1998 squad that won the tournament in Paris, even scoring in the 3-0 final victory over Brazil. But not [...]
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• Transfer: Nwabali nears Saudi move

  26-06-2026 16:51 via thesun.ng
  
  Super Eagles of Nigeria goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali has been linked with a move to Saudi Arabia.
  According to the South African news
  outlet, soccerladuma.co.za, a club in Saudi Arabia has a keen interest in Nwabali.
  Israeli clubs had been keeping an eye on the shot stopper, but he is reportedly likely to travel to Saudi Arabia.
  The deal is expected to be finalised before the start of the new season.
  Nwabali has been without a club since leaving South African club Chippa United in February.
  The 3
  
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• NNL: Solution FC Overhaul Begins As Governor Soludo Dissolves Technical, Management Teams; Scraps Sports Commission

  26-06-2026 16:50 via completesports.com
  Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, the Executive Governor of Anambra State, has dissolved the management and technical crew of Solution FC, a Nigeria National League (NNL) side, Completesports.com reports. The governor also announced the scrapping of the Anambra State Sports Commission, the body previously responsible for administering sports in the state. Consequently, the state government has [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Pepe Targets More Goals After Helping Côte d’Ivoire Beat Curaçao

  26-06-2026 16:06 via completesports.com
  Nicolas Pépé has set his sights on adding to his goal tally after inspiring Côte d’Ivoire’s historic qualification for the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup 2026, reports Completesports.com. The Villarreal winger scored both goals as the Elephants defeated Curaçao 2-0 at Philadelphia Stadium on Thursday night. Pepe made history as only the second [...]
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• He transformed hard work into art form – Vinicius backs Ronaldo as GOAT

  26-06-2026 15:44 via thesun.ng
  
  Brazil and Real Madrid forward, Vinícius Júnior has declared Cristiano Ronaldo the greatest player in football history.
  The 25-year-old star made the declaration amid the eternal GOAT debate in football, with Ronaldo and Argentine captain, Lionel Messi often named.
  Vinícius, himself a Ballon d’Or contender and FIFA Best winner, made his position clear in favour of his idol.
  He emphasised not just natural talent but the Portuguese forward’s unparalleled discipline
  
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