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• FIFA, UEFA ban 6 countries from facing each other

  21-08-2026 16:41 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Football is often seen as a game that brings countries together, but political disputes and conflicts have sometimes made certain international fixtures too sensitive to stage.In some cases, FIFA and UEFA have kept national teams apart because of political tensions, territorial disputes or security concerns.Here are six notable pairings that have been kept apart.Spain vs GibraltarSpain and Gibraltar have a long-running dispute over sovereignty. Gibraltar has been under British control since 171
  
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• Thomas Partey joins Saudi Pro League side Al-Shabab

  21-08-2026 17:48 via punchng.com
  
  Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey has officially joined Saudi Pro League side Al-Shabab on a free transfer. Get details on his one-year contract.Read More: https://punchng.com/thomas-partey-joins-saudi-pro-league-side-al-shabab/
  
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• Adeleke won’t join APC, will work with FG — Campaign spokesman

  21-08-2026 17:48 via punchng.com
  
  Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke’s spokesman dismisses APC defection rumours, stating Adeleke will work with the Federal Government for progress.Read More: https://punchng.com/adeleke-wont-join-apc-will-work-with-fg-campaign-spokesman/
  
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• Adeleke belongs to us, while Tinubu owns us all – Wike

  21-08-2026 17:25 via punchng.com
  
  FCT Minister Nyesom Wike declares Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke is in his camp, and they all belong to President Bola Tinubu, amid 2027 political realignmeRead More: https://punchng.com/adeleke-belongs-to-us-while-tinubu-owns-us-all-wike/
  
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• 2027: Wike predicts bigger rainbow coalition for Tinubu

  21-08-2026 17:25 via punchng.com
  
  FCT Minister Nyesom Wike predicts a larger “rainbow coalition” will emerge to support President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid.Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-wike-predicts-bigger-rainbow-coalition-for-tinubu/
  
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• 2027: Group begins grassroots mobilisation for Tinubu in Ondo

  21-08-2026 17:25 via punchng.com
  
  Asiwaju Mandate Group starts grassroots mobilisation in Ondo State for Tinubu re-election in 2027, engaging stakeholders and residents.Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-group-begins-grassroots-mobilisation-for-tinubu-in-ondo/
  
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• Arsenal boost defence with £51m Konsa signing from Villa

  21-08-2026 17:21 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Premier League champions Arsenal have signed England defender Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa in a deal worth a reported £51 million ($69 million).Konsa agreed a “long-term contract” with the Gunners just hours before they start their title defence against Coventry on Friday.The 28-year-old’s arrival gives Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta a major boost as he aims to lead the club to successive Premier League titles.Konsa, who was a regular for England at the World Cup this year,
  
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• Why aviation must strengthen flight recorder preservation

  21-08-2026 17:11 via punchng.com
  
  Discover why preserving flight recorder data is crucial for aviation safety. Learn about the challenges and solutions to prevent overwriting critical evideRead More: https://punchng.com/why-aviation-must-strengthen-flight-recorder-preservation/
  
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• Police arrest three vigilantes over man’s death in Bauchi

  21-08-2026 17:11 via punchng.com
  
  Bauchi Police arrest three vigilantes after a 39-year-old man died in their custody. An investigation is underway to determine the cause of death.Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-three-vigilantes-over-mans-death-in-bauchi/
  
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• JUST IN: FIFA bans Argentina’s Paredes for 10 matches, Molina for seven

  21-08-2026 17:11 via punchng.com
  
  FIFA has banned Argentina’s Leandro Paredes for 10 matches and Nahuel Molina for seven following post-match clashes in the 2026 World Cup final. The AFA alRead More: https://punchng.com/just-in-fifa-bans-argentinas-paredes-for-10-matches-molina-for-seven/
  
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• INEC adopts Osun election as benchmark for 2027 – Amupitan

  21-08-2026 17:11 via punchng.com
  
  INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, announced the commission has adopted the Osun election as a benchmark for the 2027 general election, citing improved pRead More: https://punchng.com/inec-adopts-osun-election-as-benchmark-for-2027-amupitan/
  
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• Civil service commission warns Nigerians against recruitment scams, fake links

  21-08-2026 17:11 via punchng.com
  
  The Federal Civil Service Commission warns Nigerians against fake recruitment messages, links, and agents. Learn how to identify genuine federal civil servRead More: https://punchng.com/civil-service-commission-warns-nigerians-against-recruitment-scams-fake-links/
  
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• CDCFIB to complete Immigration, Civil Defence, others’ recruitment in four weeks

  21-08-2026 17:11 via punchng.com
  
  The CDCFIB announced that the ongoing paramilitary recruitment for Immigration, Civil Defence, and others will be completed within four weeks. Get updatesRead More: https://punchng.com/cdcfib-to-complete-immigration-civil-defence-others-recruitment-in-four-weeks/
  
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• FIFA Hit Argentina Star Paredes With 10-Game Ban Over World Cup Final Brawl

  21-08-2026 17:07 via completesports.com
  
  Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes has been given a 10-match ban for the role he played in on-field clashes after his side were beaten 1-0 by Spain in the 2026 World Cup final, BBC Sport reports. FIFA’s disciplinary committee has also handed his team-mate Nahuel Molina a seven-match suspension. Argentina have also been ordered to play [...]
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• Watkins, Martinez could exit Aston Villa – Emery

  21-08-2026 16:59 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Unai Emery has revealed Ollie Watkins and Emiliano Martinez could be the next Aston Villa players to join the exodus from the Europa League winners.Villa have rejected several bids for Watkins from Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal this week, but Emery hinted the England striker would be allowed to leave for the right price.England defender Ezri Konsa is on the verge of sealing his move to Premier League champions Arsenal, while Argentina goalkeeper Martinez has told Emery he wants to go.Morgan Ro
  
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• UK zoo saves cancer-stricken python with pioneering treatment

  21-08-2026 16:54 via punchng.com
  
  Chester Zoo successfully treated a cancer-stricken python named Jodie Foster using pioneering surgery and electrochemotherapy, a first for snakes. Learn moRead More: https://punchng.com/uk-zoo-saves-cancer-stricken-python-with-pioneering-treatment/
  
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• Turkey seeks Netanyahu arrest over Gaza flotilla

  21-08-2026 16:54 via punchng.com
  
  Turkey’s Justice Minister has sought an international arrest warrant for Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu, accusing him of “genocide” related to the Gaza flotRead More: https://punchng.com/turkey-seeks-netanyahu-arrest-over-gaza-flotilla/
  
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• Ooni, other South-West monarchs to meet Igboho over regional security

  21-08-2026 16:54 via punchng.com
  
  Ooni of Ife and other South-West monarchs will meet with Sunday Igboho to discuss regional security and how to sustain peace in Yorubaland. Learn more.Read More: https://punchng.com/ooni-other-south-west-monarchs-to-meet-igboho-over-regional-security/
  
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• Bring back our children, families of abducted Borno pupils beg Tinubu

  21-08-2026 16:39 via punchng.com
  
  Families of schoolchildren abducted in Borno State appeal to President Tinubu and Governor Zulum to intensify efforts for their release after 100 days in cRead More: https://punchng.com/bring-back-our-children-families-of-abducted-borno-pupils-beg-tinubu/
  
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• 19 Ondo communities protest land encroachment

  21-08-2026 16:39 via punchng.com
  
  Residents of 19 Ondo communities in Ilaje LGA protest alleged land encroachment by Delta State neighbors, urging government intervention in the Ondo land dRead More: https://punchng.com/19-ondo-communities-protest-land-encroachment/
  
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• FIFA slams 10-match ban, $90,000 fine on Argentina’s Paredes

  21-08-2026 16:36 via thesun.ng
  
  Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes has been hit with a 10-match international suspension and a $90,000 fine by FIFA over his conduct following Argentina’s defeat to Spain in the 2026 World Cup final.
  FIFA announced the punishment on Friday, weeks after opening disciplinary proceedings against several Argentina players and officials over incidents that followed the final whistle at the New York/New Jersey Stadium.
  Paredes was among the Argentina players involved in the confrontation with
  
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• Bafana Bafana Legend Raises Concern Over Condition Of Football Pitches In Ghana

  21-08-2026 16:33 via completesports.com
  
  Bafana Bafana of South Africa legend and Asante Kotoko coach Eric Tinkler has raised concerns over the condition of football pitches in Ghana, admitting that the playing surfaces could make it difficult for his team to produce the style of football he wants. Tinkler joined the Ghanaian giants in mid-July after being without a club [...]
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• Man City boss Maresca hit with Doku injury blow

  21-08-2026 16:31 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca has suffered a blow on the eve of the Premier League season after Belgium winger Jeremy Doku was ruled out for several weeks.Doku will miss City’s Premier League opener against Bournemouth with a calf injury and is unlikely to return for up to three weeks.The 24-year-old suffered the problem during the first half of City’s 3-0 defeat against Arsenal in the Community Shield in Cardiff last weekend.Doku’s absence is a significant setback fo
  
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• FBI asks US court to keep records on Tinubu drug trafficking probe secret

  21-08-2026 16:24 via punchng.com
  
  The FBI has asked a US court to keep records related to allegations linking President Bola Tinubu to a drug-trafficking investigation secret. Learn more abRead More: https://punchng.com/fbi-asks-us-court-to-keep-records-on-tinubu-drug-trafficking-probe-secret/
  
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• FIFA sanction players, coaches after 2026 World Cup [Full list]

  21-08-2026 16:20 via vanguardngr.com
  
  FIFA has sanctioned five players and team officials following disciplinary incidents at the 2026 World Cup, including the final between Spain and Argentina.The FIFA Disciplinary Committee announced the punishments on Friday after reviewing a report on incidents during the July 19 final at the New York New Jersey Stadium.The sanctions include lengthy match suspensions and financial penalties, with Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes receiving the heaviest punishment.Here is the full list:1. Lea
  
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• FIFA issues 10-match ban to Argentina’s Paredes

  21-08-2026 16:20 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes has been suspended for 10 international matches for his behaviour in the aftermath of his country’s defeat to Spain in the World Cup final, FIFA said on Friday.Paredes was also fined $90,000. He was one of several Argentina players given suspensions and fines for the incidents in the final in New Jersey that Argentina lost 1-0 to Spain.AFP
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• World number one Sinner withdraws from US Open with knee injury

  21-08-2026 16:13 via vanguardngr.com
  
  World number one Jannik Sinner confirmed on Friday he will not compete in the US Open because of a right knee injury.“Even though I have been working hard with my team and my medical staff, we have now had to make the difficult decision that I will not be able to compete at the US Open this year,” the Italian said in a statement.AFP
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• World No.1 Sinner withdraws from US Open with knee injury

  21-08-2026 16:13 via vanguardngr.com
  
  World number one Jannik Sinner confirmed on Friday he will not compete in the US Open, the final Grand Slam of the season, because of a right knee injury.“Even though I have been working hard with my team and my medical staff, we have now had to make the difficult decision that I will not be able to compete at the US Open this year,” the Italian said in a statement.“We have been back on court in Monte Carlo over the last couple of days and have realised that I still need more
  
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• Police rescue 75 kidnapped travellers in Kaduna

  21-08-2026 16:09 via punchng.com
  
  Kaduna State Police Command successfully rescued 75 travellers abducted by gunmen in Birnin Gwari. Learn how timely information led to the rescue.Read More: https://punchng.com/police-rescue-75-kidnapped-travellers-in-kaduna/
  
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• EPL: Liverpool need more wingers, says Iraola

  21-08-2026 16:09 via punchng.com
  
  Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola admits the club needs to sign more wingers to bolster the squad after Mohamed Salah’s departure. Find out more about LiverpRead More: https://punchng.com/epl-liverpool-need-more-wingers-says-iraola/
  
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