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• JB Unity Cup final ends in grand style

  05-06-2026 01:54 via thesun.ng
  
  … As sponsor, Jeremiah Adenuga, doles out cash prizes
  The highly-anticipated JB Unity Cup Football Competition has come to a thrilling conclusion as teams, supporters, and community members gathered to witness an exciting final match that celebrated talent, unity, and youth empowerment.
  The tournament, fully funded and sponsored by Mr. Jeremiah Adenuga, the Chief Executive Officer of JB Hotel & Suites, showcased exceptional football talent, sportsmanship, teamwork, and discipline amon
  
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• Premier League Clubs Scramble For Nnadi

  05-06-2026 13:46 via completesports.com
  
  English clubs are keeping tabs on Olympique Marseille midfielder Tochukwu Nnadi following his difficult start to life in France, Completesports.com reports. The 22-year-old joined Marseille from Belgian Pro League side Zulte Waregem during the January transfer window but endured a challenging six-month spell at the Stade Vélodrome, largely playing a peripheral role. Despite his limited [...]
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• SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 105: Andoni Iraola’s Expectations As Liverpool’s Manager

  05-06-2026 13:42 via completesports.com
  
  Andoni Iraola has been appointed Liverpool head coach after Arne Slot’s sudden departure from Anfield and he has a whole host of issues to find answers to before the start of the next campaign. Iraola inherits a team that produced a limp title defence, finishing the season 24 points worse off than when they won [...]
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• Serena Williams’ comeback to continue in Berlin

  05-06-2026 13:11 via vanguardngr.com
  Serena Williams will take part in the women’s doubles at June’s WTA event in Berlin, organisers announced Friday, the next stop in her comeback after a near four-year absence.“Every tournament I add to my schedule right now is special, and Berlin is no exception,” Williams, 44, said in a statement.“I look forward to playing in front of the German crowd and continuing to build momentum for the grass-court season.”Her doubles partner will be announced at a late
  
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• Akpeyi Backs Morocco, Senegal To Impress At 2026 World Cup

  05-06-2026 12:18 via completesports.com
  
  Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Daniel Akpeyi has backed Morocco and Senegal to fly Africa’s flag high at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Morocco and Senegal are currently Africa’s highest-ranked national teams and boast a wealth of top-quality players competing at the highest level of the game. Akpeyi Rooting For Morocco, Senegal Akpeyi believes both countries [...]
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• Expanded 2026 World Cup: Africa’s Underdogs Chasing Knockout History

  05-06-2026 11:01 via completesports.com
  
  Ahead of the 2026 World Cup, there’s a sense of optimism surrounding the 10 African teams that are heading to North America for the tournament. The expansion of the tournament and the new Round of 32 stage mean that several teams can potentially qualify for the knockout stage for the first time. It might take [...]
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• Modern Football In 2026: Evolution, Tactics, And Global Impact

  05-06-2026 10:56 via completesports.com
  
  Introduction Football (soccer) is the most popular sport in the world, followed by billions of fans across every continent. In 2026, the game has reached a new level of professionalism, technology integration, and tactical evolution. From local leagues to international tournaments like the FIFA World Cup, football continues to dominate global sports culture. Modern football [...]
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• Shakira, Burna Boy set to perform World Cup opening ceremony song

  05-06-2026 10:38 via thesun.ng
  
  Colombian singer Shakira and Nigerian Afrobeats star Burna Boy are set to perform the official song of the 2026 FIFA World Cup during the tournament’s opening ceremony in Mexico City.
  The two music stars will perform Dai Dai, the tournament’s official anthem, at the iconic Estadio Azteca on June 11 before the opening match between Mexico and South Africa.
  As reported by BBC Sport on Friday, Dai Dai is a celebration of football’s power to unite people across cultures and contine
  
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• Friendly: French Stars Play Down 2-1 Defeat To Côte d’Ivoire

  05-06-2026 09:49 via completesports.com
  
  France internationals Aurelien Tchouameni and Lucas Hernandez have brushed aside ‌concerns over their World Cup readiness after suffering a surprise 2-1 defeat by Ivory Coast in a ⁠friendly match on Thursday, insisting the setback will serve as a useful reminder rather than a cause for alarm. The French led through a superb first-half goal from [...]
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• Game on: Trump set to attend game 3 of NBA Finals in New York

  05-06-2026 09:46 via vanguardngr.com
  US President Donald Trump is scheduled to attend game three of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden on Monday, saying he accepted an invitation from New York Knicks owner James Dolan.“The answer is yes,” Trump told reporters at theHouse, when asked if would attend. “He’s invited me, I’m going.”The Knicks will host the San Antonio Spurs in game three of the best-of-seven championship series on Monday, with game four on Wednesday, June 10.Trump was initially
  
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• 2026 World Cup: Shakira, Burna Boy To Perform At Opening Ceremony In Mexico

  05-06-2026 08:54 via completesports.com
  
  FIFA has confirmed that Colombian pop star Shakira will perform her official song for the 2026 World Cup at the competition’s opening ceremony in Mexico. Shakira will perform “Dai Dai,” along with Burna Boy, on Thursday, 11 June, at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, before Mexico and South Africa play the first of the tournament’s [...]
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• Super Eagles Midfielder Wins UEFA Conference League Fans’ Goal Of The Season

  05-06-2026 08:31 via completesports.com
  
  Christantus Uche has been voted winner of the UEFA Europa Conference League Fans’ Goal of the Season award for the 2025/26 campaign. Uche won the award for his stunning strike in Crystal Palace’s 2-2 draw against Finnish side KuPS Kuopio in December 2025. The Nigeria international’s award-winning goal was a perfect blend of skill and [...]
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• 2026 World Cup: Squad Depth Remains Netherlands’ Biggest Strength –Verbruggen

  05-06-2026 07:58 via completesports.com
  
  Netherlands goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen has praised the Oranje’s squad depth ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Under head coach Ronald Koeman, the Netherlands boasts a remarkably strong squad that includes Virgil van Dijk, Frenkie de Jong, Ryan Gravenberch, Tijjani Reijnders, Memphis Depay, Cody Gakpo, and in-form Serie A goalscorer Donyell Malen. Read Also:FIFA Bars Fans [...]
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• Chelsea Open To Offers For Garnacho

  05-06-2026 07:49 via completesports.com
  
  Chelsea are open to offers for Alejandro Garnacho this summer after the former Manchester United winger’s disappointing season at Stamford Bridge. Garnacho was once one of the most highly-rated and promising players at Old Trafford but he fell out of favour under former United boss Ruben Amorim. Chelsea spent £40m to sign the Argentina international [...]
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• Poland friendly: Chelle reveals reason behind seven changes

  05-06-2026 04:04 via thesun.ng
  
  Speaking at the post-match press conference, Nigeria coach Eric Chelle revealed he made seven half-time changes in the Super Eagles’ 2-2 draw with Poland because several players were struggling physically after already starting their post-season holidays.
  Nigeria appeared destined for victory after the dependable Paul Onuachu calmly converted a 77th-minute penalty to restore the Super Eagles’ lead, following Kacper Potulski’s equaliser that had cancelled out Terem Moffi’s
  
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• FIFA bans reusable bottles at World Cup venues

  05-06-2026 04:04 via thesun.ng
  
  Attendees of the World Cup will not be allowed to carry reusable water bottles into venues due to safety concerns, FIFA said on Thursday, following a last-minute change to its Stadium Code of Conduct.
  The governing body, which had earlier permitted empty, transparent, reusable plastic bottles inside stadiums, said the updated code – effective from Tuesday – now prohibits them.
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• …Bassey blames late arrivals for draw

  05-06-2026 04:04 via thesun.ng
  
  Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey has attributed Nigeria’s 2-2 draw against Poland in Wednesday’s international friendly in Warsaw to the late arrival of several players to camp, BSNSports.com.ng reports.
  The Nigeria international, who plays for Fulham FC, was among the players introduced in the second half after joining the team’s camp on Monday.
  The Super Eagles appeared on course for victory after taking a 2-1 lead, but a stoppage-time strike from Poland denied Nigeria the
  
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• ANFASSC president, Ogunjimi, urges NFF to back Chelle, tips Super Eagles for AFCON glory

  05-06-2026 04:04 via thesun.ng
  
  By Joe Apu
  The National President of the Authentic Nigerian Football and Allied Sports Supporters Club (ANFASSC), Prince Abayomi Ogunjimi, has called on the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to provide Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle with all the support required to succeed in his role.
  Ogunjimi expressed confidence in Chelle’s ability to lead Nigeria to a fourth Africa Cup of Nations title, citing the encouraging progress made by the Franco-Malian tactician since taking charge of the
  
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• Fenerbahce chairman jailed for inciting illegal betting

  05-06-2026 03:57 via thesun.ng
  
  A Turkish court sentenced Fenerbahce Chairman Sadettin Saran to 2-1/2 years in prison for inciting illegal betting, days before the Turkish club was set to hold a congress to elect his replacement.
  The ruling by an Istanbul court said Saran and his brother, Kenan Saran, were sentenced to two years and six months in jail for “inciting individuals to engage in illegal betting through advertising or various other means”.
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• Lagos’ Rising Football Stars set for thrilling JOF U-13 semi-final showdown

  05-06-2026 03:55 via thesun.ng
  
  The 7th edition of the JOF U-13 Football Tournament 2026, organised by the Lagos State Grassroots Football Association and proudly sponsored by JOF Nigeria Limited, is approaching an exciting climax as the competition enters its semi-final stage.
  Since kicking off on February 6, the tournament has brought together 64 teams representing 57 Local Government Areas and Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) across Lagos State. Over the course of the competition, 84 matches have been played across t
  
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• Fernandez warns Portugal ahead of friendly

  05-06-2026 03:52 via thesun.ng
  
  Super Eagles centre-back Emmanuel Fernandez has expressed confidence in the team’s readiness ahead of their upcoming clash against Portugal, following Wednesday night’s 2-2 draw with Poland.
   
  Super Eagles centre-back Emmanuel Fernandez
   
  Fernandez played the first 45 minutes of the encounter before being replaced at the start of the second half by Semi Ajayi.
  Speaking to reporters in the mixed zone, the defender admitted disappointment over the goals conceded but insisted
  
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• Guardiola ‘quit 100 times’ before final exit -Man City chairman

  05-06-2026 03:49 via thesun.ng
  
  Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak has revealed Pep Guardiola “quit 100 times” during a decade at the club before leaving at the end of the season, drawing a line under one of the most successful managerial reigns in English football.
  In a wide-ranging interview with City’s in-house media, Al Mubarak said Guardiola repeatedly half-heartedly flirted with leaving over the years, only to be persuaded to continue — until the moment he knew the decision was final.
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• Adeboye, Polish Ambassador celebrate unity, friendship at historic Abuja watch party

  05-06-2026 03:48 via thesun.ng
  
  It was an unforgettable evening of friendship, diplomacy, football, and cultural unity as top government officials, diplomats, sports administrators, ex-internationals, and distinguished guests gathered at the VIP Lounge of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, for the historic Nigeria–Poland Football Match Viewing Party on Wednesday.
  The event was hosted by the Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeyinka Adeboye, in collabo
  
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• Anthony Joshua teases major career move before retirement

  05-06-2026 03:47 via thesun.ng
  
  Anthony Joshua has not ruled out a sensational move to MMA before he calls time on his career.
  The former two-time heavyweight champion is scheduled to make a return to the boxing ring on July 25 against Kristian Prenga over in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. ‘AJ’ has not fought since his uninspiring sixth round knockout win over YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul.
  Joshua is expected to come away from his meeting with Prenga without a scratch – which will then finally set up a long-awaited
  
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• Djokovic Remains My Greatest Male Tennis Star Of All-Time –Roddick

  04-06-2026 23:28 via completesports.com
  
  Former tennis star Andy Roddick has named Novak Djokovic as the greatest male tennis player of all time. Roddick, who spent his career playing against the iconic Big Three, has repeatedly pointed to the objective numbers to settle the debate. While Roddick has immense respect and personal fondness for his former rival Roger Federer, he [...]
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• Liverpool Appoint Iraola As New Head Coach

  04-06-2026 22:43 via completesports.com
  
  Liverpool can confirm that Andoni Iraola has agreed a deal to become the club’s new head coach ahead of the 2026-27 season. In a statement on the club’s website, liverpoolfc.com, the 43-year-old will take up the helm at Anfield to succeed Arne Slot, who departed the Reds on Saturday. “Iraola arrives after three impressive campaigns [...]
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• Super Eagles Arrive Portugal Ahead Of Friendly Match

  04-06-2026 21:29 via completesports.com
  Nigeria’s Super Eagles have arrived Portugal ahead of next Wednesday’s international friendly match. The team and officials arrival was announced by media officer Promise Efoghe. The tie with Portugal is the second of two international friendly matches lined up for the Super Eagles. In their first tune up tie against Poland in Warsaw on Wednesday, [...]
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• Friendly: Super Eagles Arrive Portugal As Iwobi Joins Teammates, Chukwueze Expected Friday

  04-06-2026 21:29 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria’s Super Eagles have arrived Portugal ahead of next Wednesday’s international friendly match. The team and officials arrival was announced by media officer Promise Efoghe. According to Efoghe, 19 players travelled from Poland to Portugal for the friendly. The spokesperson disclosed that⁠ Alex Iwobi and Genk defender Christian Akpan have joined others in Lisbon and [...]
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• Friendly: Chelle Pleased with Super Eagles’ Draw Against Poland

  04-06-2026 21:09 via completesports.com
  
  Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle expressed satisfaction with his team’s display in the international friendly against Poland. Nigeria were held to a 2-2 draw by Jan Urban’s side at the PGE Narodowy Stadium in Warsaw on Wednesday night. Poland made a lively start to the game but found themselves behind in the 23rd minute [...]
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• Liverpool confirm Spaniard Andoni Iraola as new coach

  04-06-2026 20:42 via vanguardngr.com
  Liverpool announced the arrival of Spaniard Andoni Iraola as their new head coach to succeed the sacked Arne Slot on Thursday.Dutchman Slot was sacked on Saturday following a calamitous Premier League title defence, having impressively led the team to their 20th English crown in his first previous campaign.Liverpool gave no indication as to the length of Iraola’s contract but British media have reported that he has signed a two-year deal.“Really excited, really excited, because obvi
  
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