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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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• World Cup 2026: I Am Disappointed In Myself –France Defender

  16-07-2026 22:10 via completesports.com
  
  Aston Villa defender Lucas Digne has disclosed that he was disappointed in himself following France’s 2-0 loss to Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final. He was subbed off in the 72nd minute after a challenging match where he conceded a penalty and struggled defensively. Read Also:World Cup 2026: England’s Time Will Come –Sturridge [...]
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• Delap Won’t Be A Bad Striker For Everton –Aiyegbeni

  16-07-2026 22:00 via completesports.com
  
  Former Super Eagles striker Yakubu Aiyegbeni has expressed mixed feelings, stating Liam Delap is not a bad player to bring in to Everton. In an interview with ToffeeWeb, the former Everton striker acknowledged the massive leap Delap took moving from Ipswich to Chelsea and noted his subsequent struggles. Read Also:EXCLUSIVE: Is Akor Adams Walking Into [...]
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• Okoronkwo Prioritises WAFCON Success Over Individual Honours

  16-07-2026 21:17 via completesports.com
  
  Esther Okoronkwo is focused on helping Nigeria succeed at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations rather than chasing individual accolades, Completesports.com reports. Okoronkwo starred for the Super Falcons at the last edition of the WAFCON, scoring three goals, and providing six assists in six appearances. Despite her impressive performances, the 29-year-old did not receive [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Owen Slams Tuchel’s Defensive Approach Against Argentina

  16-07-2026 21:10 via completesports.com
  
  Former Liverpool striker Michael Owen has slammed Thomas Tuchel for deploying ultra-defensive tactics in England’s 2-1 loss to Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final. Owen stated that after Anthony Gordon’s 55th-minute goal, Tuchel’s substitutions were too passive and unnecessarily invited immense pressure. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Don’t Sack Tuchel Yet –Ex-England Star Warns [...]
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• Arsenal Agree Fee With Club Brugge To Sign Greek Winger Tzolis

  16-07-2026 21:05 via completesports.com
  
  Arsenal have agreed a deal with Club Brugge for winger Christos Tzolis, Sky Sports News reports. The fee is understood to be £34m, which is a record for the Belgian Pro League. Once Tzolis heard that the Premier League champions were interested, he only wanted Arsenal. Sky Sports News understands Arsenal’s move for Tzolis is [...]
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• What I said to Messi during confrontation – Bellingham

  16-07-2026 19:55
  
  England midfielder Jude Bellingham has played down his heated exchange with Lionel Messi during the first half of England’s World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina, saying the incident was simply a disagreement over a foul.The two players were seen confronting each other during the match, prompting speculation among fans about the nature of the exchange.However, Bellingham insisted there was no animosity between them and explained that the discussion was sparked by a foul awarded in Arge
  
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• Messi dedicates Argentina’s World Cup semi-final win over England to Maradona

  16-07-2026 19:47
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeLionel Messi paid an emotional tribute to the late Diego Maradona after inspiring Argentina to a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over England, saying the World Cup semi-final triumph was “a gift” for the football legend.The 39-year-old captain, who created both of Argentina’s goals in Wednesday’s thrilling victory, reflected on Maradona’s enduring legacy after guiding the defending champions into a second consecutive FIFA World Cup final, where t
  
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• Iheanacho, Ndidi Used ‘Juju Cream’ To Overcome Injuries —EPL Title Winner Claims

  16-07-2026 19:10 via completesports.com
  
  Former Leicester City and England striker Jamie Vardy has claimed that Kelechi Iheanacho and Wilfred Ndidi made use of “juju cream” to overcome their injuries during their time at the Foxes. Vardy made the claim in the latest episode of ‘Jamie Vardy’s Having a Party’ podcast. The 39-year-old was a teammate of both Iheanacho and [...]
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• U-20 WWC: Falconets Open Abuja Training Camp

  16-07-2026 19:03 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria’s Falconets, have commenced camping in Abuja ahead of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup. A total of 28 players have been invited, with 16 of them already in camp as preparations gather momentum for the global showpiece. The technical crew, headed by coach Moses Aduku, has immediately swung into action with intensive training [...]
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• Romero labels Gary Neville ‘stupid’ over criticism at World Cup

  16-07-2026 18:52
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeCristian Romero has fired back at former England defender Gary Neville after helping Argentina book their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, saying he hopes he never becomes “that stupid” when he retires from football.The Tottenham centre-back was responding to Neville’s pre-match criticism of Argentina’s central defensive pairing of Romero and Lisandro Martinez, whom the former Manchester United full-back had described as “the best, worst
  
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• FA backs Tuchel despite England’s World Cup heartbreak

  16-07-2026 18:43
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeEngland manager Thomas Tuchel has retained the full backing of the Football Association despite the Three Lions’ heartbreaking exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with FA chief executive Mark Bullingham insisting the German “gave it everything” during the campaign.England’s 60-year wait for a major men’s trophy continued on Wednesday after Argentina staged a dramatic late comeback to win 2-1 in the World Cup semi-final in Atlanta, overturning An
  
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• World Cup 2026 winners to receive historic first championship rings

  16-07-2026 18:27
  
  The winners of the 2026 FIFA World Cup will receive championship rings for the first time in the tournament’s history, introducing one of America’s most iconic sporting traditions to global football.FIFA announced that the champions of Sunday’s final between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium will not only lift the coveted World Cup trophy and receive gold medals but will also be presented with specially designed championship rings.The rings mark the first time
  
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• WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons Fired Up To Retain Title — Demehin

  16-07-2026 18:11 via completesports.com
  
  Oluwatosin Demehin has declared that the Super Falcons are fully motivated to defend their crown at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, Completesports.com reports. Nigeria will be aiming to secure a record-extending 11th continental title when the tournament gets underway in Morocco next weekend. The competition is expected to be more competitive than ever, [...]
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• 2026 World Cup: Messi overtakes Mbappe in top scorer race

  16-07-2026 16:52
  
  Argentina captain Lionel Messi has moved ahead of France forward Kylian Mbappe in the race for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Golden Boot after helping his side book a place in the final.Messi provided two assists as Argentina defeated France 2-1 in the semi-finals, taking his assist tally to four while remaining tied with Mbappe on eight goals.Mbappe, who scored eight goals during France’s run to the last four, has three assists, leaving him behind
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• Done Deal: Nigerian Youngster Joins French Club Stade Reims

  16-07-2026 16:51 via completesports.com
  
  Ligue 2 club Stade de Reims have announced the signing of Nigerian youngster John Otomewo, Completesports.com reports. Otomewo, who linked up with Reims from Israeli outfit Hapoel Jerusalem penned a contract until 2031. The defensive midfielder will be able to rely on the presence of fellow Nigerian Hafiz Ibrahim, whose support is expected to ease [...]
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• Throwback photo of Messi bathing baby Yamal resurfaces before World Cup final

  16-07-2026 16:02
  
  By Ayobami OkerindeA photograph taken 19 years ago showing Lionel Messi bathing an infant Lamine Yamal has resurfaced online ahead of Sunday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Argentina and Spain.Messi, Argentina’s captain, will face Yamal, Spain’s teenage star, in what will be the first World Cup final meeting between the two.The image was captured in 2007 during a charity calendar project organised by Barcelona in partnership with a local newspaper has regained attention af
  
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• UK minister urges FIFA to investigate Argentina over World Cup Falklands banner

  16-07-2026 15:53
  
  A British minister Thursday called for FIFA to investigate after Argentina’s players held up a banner reading “Las Malvinas son Argentinas” (The Falklands are Argentine) after their 2-1 victory over England.Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s Downing Street office backed the calls by Business Minister Peter Kyle following the World Cup semi-final match.Kyle called the flag waving an “egregious violation” of FIFA rules which ban political symbols on the field of pla
  
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• World Cup 2026: Don’t Sack Tuchel Yet –Ex-England Star Warns

  16-07-2026 15:32 via completesports.com
  
  Former England international Peter Reid has strongly advocated that the Football Association (FA) must keep Thomas Tuchel as manager. Speaking after England’s semi-final exit in the World Cup, Reid emphasized that the team reached the final four and that the FA cannot keep continually changing managers. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Better Team Won –Shearer Hails [...]
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• World Cup 2026: England’s Time Will Come –Sturridge

  16-07-2026 15:21 via completesports.com
  
  Former Chelsea striker Daniel Sturridge has expressed unwavering belief in the England national team’s potential, stating that their time will come to win a major international trophy following their heartbreaking elimination. Recall that the Three Lions lost 2-1 to Argentina in Wednesday’s semi-final game of the FIFA World Cup 2026, thanks to a late minutes [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Oliseh Faults Tuchel’s Tactics In England’s Defeat To Argentina

  16-07-2026 13:52 via completesports.com
  
  Former Super Eagles head coach Sunday Oliseh has criticised Thomas Tuchel’s tactical decisions following England’s dramatic 2-1 defeat to Argentina in the semi-finals of the FIFA World Cup 2026. England’s hopes of reaching a first World Cup final since lifting the trophy in 1966 were shattered after Lionel Scaloni’s side produced a late comeback on [...]
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• ‘Lost his Tuch?’ — England boss hammered by media after World Cup exit

  16-07-2026 13:00
  
  Thomas Tuchel may have criticised his England stars for being too “passive” in their World Cup semi-final defeat against Argentina, but it is the beleaguered German who has come under fire from the British media for his defensive tactics.Hampered by Tuchel’s cautious substitutions, England squandered a golden opportunity to reach their first World Cup final since 1966, blowing the lead as Argentina scored twice in the closing minutes to snatch a 2-1 win on Wednesday.British ta
  
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• NNL: Maikaba Named New Bayelsa United Head Coach

  16-07-2026 12:17 via completesports.com
  
  Abdu Maikaba has been appointed new head coach of Nigeria National League, NNL, club Bayelsa United, reports Completesports.com. The move signals Bayelsa United’s determination to return to the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, at the first attempt after an underwhelming campaign culminated in relegation. Maikaba will combine the role with his duties as head coach [...]
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• 2026 World Cup Final Preview: Spain vs Argentina And What World Cup Gambling Odds Reveal

  16-07-2026 12:09 via completesports.com
  
  The World Cup always has a way of making everything else fade into the background. Months of anticipation eventually narrow to one match. It’s ninety minutes, or perhaps a little longer, that decide how the tournament will be remembered. Spain and Argentina have earned their place the hard way, navigating a bracket filled with quality [...]
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• World Cup: Argentina sensed England’s doubts before dramatic comeback – Scaloni

  16-07-2026 11:36 via thesun.ng
  
  Argentina’s head coach Lionel Scaloni said his players recognised a shift in England’s confidence after the Three Lions took the lead, insisting the defending champions seized the moment to complete a dramatic 2-1 comeback and book a place in the FIFA World Cup final.
  England appeared to be on course for their first men’s World Cup final since 1966 after Anthony Gordon fired Thomas Tuchel’s side ahead in the second half. However, Argentina responded through a stunning lon
  
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• Messi tops World Cup dribbling chart after dazzling display against England

  16-07-2026 11:24 via thesun.ng
  
  Lionel Messi has climbed to the top of the dribbling rankings at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after another masterclass inspired Argentina’s dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over England in the semi-finals.
  The Argentina captain displaced Spain’s teenage sensation Lamine Yamal following a commanding display in Atlanta, where he tormented England’s defence with his close control, creativity and movement before providing the assists for Enzo Fernández’s equaliser and Lautaro
  
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• Super Falcons Defender Signs New Three-Year Contract With AS Roma

  16-07-2026 09:54 via completesports.com
  
  Super Falcons defender Shukurat Oladipo has signed a new three-year contract with Italian champions AS Roma. The Giallorossi confirmed Oladipo’s contract extension in a statement published on the club’s official website. Oladipo Committed Future To AS Roma “AS Roma are delighted to announce that Shukurat Oladipo has extended her contract with the club until 30 [...]
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• Why FIFA may sanction Argentina after World Cup win over England

  16-07-2026 09:49
  
  Argentina could face disciplinary action from FIFA after several of its players celebrated their World Cup semi-final victory over England by displaying a banner supporting the country’s claim to the Falkland Islands.The reigning champions came from behind to beat England 2-1 in Wednesday’s semi-final in Atlanta, booking a place in Sunday’s World Cup final against Spain with two late goals.After the final whistle, a group of Argentinian players held up a banner reading “
  
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• Messi savours ‘special’ England victory as Argentina reach World Cup final

  16-07-2026 09:43 via thesun.ng
  
  Lionel Messi described Argentina’s dramatic 2-1 victory over England in the World Cup semi-final as “special” after inspiring the defending champions to a remarkable comeback and a place in Sunday’s final against Spain.
  The 39-year-old captain produced another decisive display, setting up Enzo Fernández’s 85th-minute equaliser before delivering the cross that Lautaro Martínez headed home in stoppage time after Anthony Gordon had given England the lead
  
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• World Cup: Messi dismisses claims of FIFA favouritism towards Argentina

  16-07-2026 09:39 via thesun.ng
  
  Argentina captain, Lionel Messi, has rejected claims that FIFA has shown favouritism towards his team following their 2-1 victory over England in the semi-final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Wednesday.
  The Argentina captain played a key role in the win, setting up goals for Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez as the defending champions secured a place in the final.
  Before the encounter, Messi and Argentina had both been accused of receiving favourable decisions from FIFA referees throughout the
  
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