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• Onyali commends AFN, NSC over successful trials

  26-06-2026 03:25 via thesun.ng
  
  Nigerian athletics legend Mary Onyali has hailed the organisation of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) Commonwealth Games Trials in Lagos, saying the competition showcased a new level of coordination and professionalism among the country’s sports administrators.
  The former Olympic medallist said the close collaboration between the National Sports Commission (NSC), the AFN and the Elite Podium Board, coupled with early preparations, was instrumental in delivering a hitch-free champi
  
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• Ronaldo Has A Lively Character –Ex-Man United Star

  26-06-2026 08:41 via completesports.com
  
  Manchester United legend Nicky Butt has disclosed that Cristiano Ronaldo is significantly more approachable and humorous in the dressing room than his public reputation suggests. Butt, who played with Ronaldo during the 2003-2004 season, noted that many people remain standoffish simply because they are in awe of the global superstar. Read Also:Neymar: I’ve Strong Relationship [...]
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• World Cup 2026: We’ll Give Everything To Secure Qualification –Thiaw Speaks Ahead Senegal Vs Iraq

  26-06-2026 08:00 via completesports.com
  
  Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw has disclosed that his team will not underestimate Iraq as they head into their decisive FIFA World Cup 2026 Group I match in Toronto. Following back-to-back defeats to France and Norway, Thiaw has labeled the match a final, noting that the team must win to keep their knockout-stage hopes alive. [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Côte d’Ivoire Deserved Round Of 32 Spot — Faé

  26-06-2026 08:00 via completesports.com
  Côte d’Ivoire head coach Emerse Faé says his team deserved a place in the knockout stages of the FIFA World Cup 2026, Completesports.com reports. The Elephants confirmed their place in the Round of 32 following a 2-0 victory over Curaçao at the Philadelphia Stadium on Thursday night. Pepe Stars For Elephants Former Arsenal winger Nicolas [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Côte d’Ivoire Coach Fae Slams Schweinsteiger’s ‘Racist’ Remarks Against African Football

  26-06-2026 07:56 via completesports.com
  
  Cote d’Ivoire head coach Emerse Fae has slammed Germany legend midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger, over ‘racial’ remarks against African football at the ongoing FIFA World Cup. Speaking on German television network ARD prior to his country’s group-stage match against Côte d’Ivoire, Schweinsteiger warned viewers about what to expect from the west Africans. The 2014 World Cup [...]
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• 2026 World Cup: 19 teams reach Round of 32

  26-06-2026 07:47 via thesun.ng
  
  At least 19 teams have confirmed their participation in the World Cup’s Round of 32.
  Australia, Ivory Coast, Ecuador, Japan, The Netherlands, Sweden, Bosnia & Herzegovina, and Colombia are among the most recent countries to book their spots.
  Australia finished second in Group D after being held to a 0-0 stalemate by Paraguay in their final match.
  Ivory Coast defeated debutants Curacao 2-0 in their final group game to finish in second place.
  Ecuador came from behind to stun Germany 2-1,
  
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• World Cup: Turkey stun USA 3-2 with last-gasp winner despite exit

  26-06-2026 06:21 via thesun.ng
  
  Turkey ended their FIFA World Cup campaign on a high after Kaan Ayhan struck with virtually the final kick of the match to hand the United States a dramatic 3-2 defeat in their final Group D fixture at Los Angeles Stadium.Despite the defeat, the USA advanced to the Round of 32 as group winners, while Australia claimed second place after a goalless draw against Paraguay.
  The hosts made a dream start when Auston Trusty headed home after just three minutes from a Sebastian Berhalter delivery. Howev
  
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• World Cup: Australia, Paraguay reach last 32 after goalless draw

  26-06-2026 06:07 via thesun.ng
  
  Australia secured second place in Group D after holding Paraguay to a 0-0 draw in their final group-stage match at the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, while Paraguay also advanced as one of the tournament’s best third-placed teams.
  Australia only needed a draw to progress and successfully executed a disciplined defensive display despite coming under sustained pressure for much of the contest. Paraguay, meanwhile, required victory to automatically qualify but did enough to remain among the
  
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• World Cup: Netherlands beat Tunisia, set up Morocco showdown

  26-06-2026 05:14 via thesun.ng
  
  The Netherlands secured top spot in Group F of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a comfortable 3-1 victory over Tunisia on Thursday, booking a Round of 32 clash against Morocco.
  Ronald Koeman’s side wrapped up the contest inside the opening seven minutes after racing into a two-goal lead before eventually sealing a third straight group-stage victory despite Tunisia pulling one back after the interval.
  The Dutch took the lead in the third minute when Tunisia captain Ellyes Skhiri inadvertently t
  
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• World Cup: Japan, Sweden advance after thrilling 1-1 draw

  26-06-2026 05:03 via thesun.ng
  
  Japan and Sweden secured places in the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after battling to a 1-1 draw in their final Group F fixture on Thursday.
  The result was enough for both teams to progress, with the Netherlands finishing top of the group following a convincing 3-1 victory over Tunisia in the other simultaneous match.
  Japan finished second in the standings and will now face five-time champions Brazil in the Round of 32, while group winners the Netherlands have been paired against Moroc
  
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• South Africa’s Zwane appeal dismissed, to miss Canada tie

  26-06-2026 03:39 via thesun.ng
  
  FIFA has dismissed South Africa’s appeal against a three-match suspension for midfielder Themba Zwane, the country’s football association said on Thursday.
  “We are disappointed with the outcome of our appeal because we strongly believe that the punishment is far harsher than the offence that Themba is said to have committed,” the South African Football Association said in a statement.
  Zwane was sanctioned by FIFA’s disciplinary committee following a red card in Sout
  
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• Madibo given five-match ban after horror Kone injury

  26-06-2026 03:38 via thesun.ng
  
  It has been confirmed that Qatar midfielder Assim Madibo has been handed a five-match ban from international fixtures by FIFA after a challenge that left Sassuolo midfielder Ismael Kone with a fractured leg.
  Kone, who had been tipped for a big-money move away from Sassolo this summer, suffered a nasty fracture to his leg during an eventual 6-0 win for the Canada national team in their World Cup group stage match against Qatar.
  The offender, Madibo, was originally shown a yellow card for his chal
  
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• Injury tracker: Neymar, Rice, Pulisic updates

  26-06-2026 03:36 via thesun.ng
  
  One of the big injury sagas of World Cup 2026 appears to have come to a happy ending after Neymar made his long-awaited return for Brazil in their final group game against Scotland.
  Neymar, who had been out of action after suffering a calf injury just three weeks out from the tournament, came off the bench for a tearful cameo as the Selecao topped Group C, meaning the 34-year-old could be set to play a greater role in Brazil’s knockouts campaign.
  Christian Pulisic is meanwhile hoping to ma
  
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• Euro club ready to pay N187b for Osimhen

  26-06-2026 03:34 via thesun.ng
  
  Turkish journalist Burhan Can Terzi has revealed that an unnamed European club is prepared to table a massive €120 million (around N187 billion in Nigerian currency) offer for Victor Osimhen, but Galatasaray have so far shown no interest in opening negotiations.
  Osimhen enjoyed a sensational campaign in the Turkish Super Lig, scoring 22 goals and registering eight assists in 33 appearances across all competitions.
  His outstanding performances played a pivotal role in helping the Yellow-Reds
  
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• Clubless Nwabali deserves second chance –Ekong

  26-06-2026 03:30 via thesun.ng
  
  Goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali is still without a club several months after he parted ways with South African team Chippa United and now former Super Eagles skipper William Ekong has commented on the situation.
  Ekong said Nwabali has posted two solid AFCON outings back-to-back and ought not be in the situation he is now.
  However, he is confident the big goalkeeper will soon get a club so as to return to the Super Eagles.
  “Obviously I can’t speak for Stanley, but based on how things have
  
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• NSC, NFF establish WAFCON welfare committee

  26-06-2026 03:29 via thesun.ng
  
  The NSC and the NFF have jointly established a Welfare Committee for the Super Falcons ahead of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco, www.aclsports.com reports.
  The initiative followed a meeting held in Abuja on Wednesday between NSC Director General, Hon. Bukola Olopade, and NFF General Secretary, Dr Mohammed Sanusi.
  The committee will be led by NFF Executive Board member Aisha Falode, with Ruth David appointed as secretary. Other members include Margaret Icheen, Bab
  
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• Six Nigerians headline 2026 NBA Draft

  26-06-2026 03:28 via thesun.ng
  
  Nigeria recorded a significant presence at the 2026 NBA Draft as six players of Nigerian heritage were selected, highlighting the country’s growing influence on global basketball and reinforcing Africa’s expanding footprint in the world’s premier basketball league.
  The second round of the 2026 NBA Draft concluded in the early hours of Thursday at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, with more than 10 players from Africa or with African parentage hearing their names called
  
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• World Cup: Ivory Coast beat Curaçao to reach historic knockout stage

  26-06-2026 01:38 via thesun.ng
  
  Ivory Coast booked a place in the FIFA World Cup knockout stage for the first time in their history after Nicolas Pépé scored twice in a commanding 2-0 victory over Curaçao in their final Group E match on Thursday.
  The Elephants needed only a draw to progress but wrapped up qualification in style, finishing second in the group with six points behind Germany. The result also marked the first time the West Africans have won two matches at a World Cup.
  Pépé gave I
  
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• World Cup: Ecuador stun Germany amid major VAR controversy

  26-06-2026 01:29 via thesun.ng
  
  Ecuador secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Germany on Thursday to book a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stage, overcoming an early setback and a controversial refereeing decision that sparked widespread debate.
  Germany took the lead less than two minutes into the Group E encounter through Leroy Sané after Aleksandar Pavlović controlled a throw-in before setting up the attack. However, replays appeared to show Pavlović catching Ecuador midfielder Pedro Vite in the fac
  
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• World Cup 2026: Pepe Brace Vs Curacao Sends Côte d’Ivoire Into knockout Rounds For The First Time

  26-06-2026 00:35 via completesports.com
  
  Nicolas Pepe bagged a brace as Côte d’Ivoire beat Curaçao 2-0 in their final group match and book their place in the knockout stage of the World Cup. It is a historic result for the Elephants as they had never before managed to get past the first round of a World Cup. Emerse Fae’s men [...]
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• Neymar: I’ve Strong Relationship With Messi

  25-06-2026 23:05 via completesports.com
  
  Brazil star Neymar has disclosed that he has a strong relationship with Argentina’s Lionel Messi. Speaking after Brazil’s group-stage victory over Scotland at the FIFA World Cup 2026, Neymar shared warm thoughts about the Argentine icon. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Messi, Ronaldo Are Best Players In The World –Klopp He stated that Messi is his [...]
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• Championship Club Join Nwaiwu Chase

  25-06-2026 22:05 via completesports.com
  
  West Ham United are the latest club to be linked with a move for Trabzonspor defender Chibuike Nwaiwu, Completesports.com reports. Nwaiwu, 22, joined Trabzonspor from Austrian club Wolfsberger AC during the winter transfer window. The centre-back caught the eye with his consistent displays for the Claret and Blues, earning admiration from several clubs. The Nigeria [...]
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• Mayweather’s planned fight with Zambidis is off – Report

  25-06-2026 21:53 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Former multi-weight world boxing champion Floyd Mayweather’s planned exhibition against Greek kickboxing star Mike Zambidis in Athens on Saturday is off, according to federal court filings obtained by ESPN.The pay-per-view event was to be held at the Telekon Center at the OAKA Olympic Complex in Athens.Events company CSI, which is suing Mayweather in connection with planned bouts against Mike Tyson and Manny Pacquiao, had sought an injunction in the Southern District Court of New York to
  
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• Mourinho Tips England To Win World Cup 2026

  25-06-2026 20:02 via completesports.com
  
  Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has backed England as a top contender to win the FIFA World Cup 2026. England has played two matches so far in Group L of the tournament: a 4-2 opening victory against Croatia and a 0-0 draw against Ghana. Their final group stage match is against Panama. Read Also:World Cup [...]
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• Sharapova Declines Making Comeback To Professional Tennis

  25-06-2026 19:52 via completesports.com
  
  Veteran tennis star Maria Sharapova has completely ruled out joining her former rival Serena Williams on the professional circuit, viewing her retirement as permanent. While their on-court rivalry was legendary, Sharapova has shifted her focus entirely to family, wellness, and business ventures post-retirement, rather than returning to a demanding sport. Read Also:Serena Can’t Win Wimbledon [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Côte d’Ivoire Coach Faé Cautions Against Underestimating Curaçao

  25-06-2026 19:24 via completesports.com
  
  Côte d’Ivoire head coach Emerse Faé has warned his players against underestimating Curaçao ahead of their crucial FIFA World Cup clash, Completesports.com reports. The Elephants will be aiming to book their place in the Round of 32 when they take on the World Cup debutants on Thursday night. Faé’s side opened their campaign with a [...]
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• Plumptre debunks corruption, WAFCON omission claim

  25-06-2026 17:48 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Enitan AbdultawabSuper Falcons defender Ashleigh Plumptre described the viral verified Facebook page peddling fake news about her as frustrating and unsettling.The defender further dismissed reports claiming she was dropped from Nigeria’s squad for the upcoming Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), describing the stories as completely false and the product of a fake Facebook page impersonating her.In a personal statement released on Thursday, Plumptre revealed that a Facebook a
  
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• Valencia: Alexander-Arnold Will Be Perfect Fit For Man United

  25-06-2026 17:40 via completesports.com
  
  Former Manchester United winger Antonio Valencia has advised the Red Devils to make a sensational move for Real Madrid star Trent Alexander-Arnold. Speaking with Hajper, Valencia stated that bringing a player of his caliber to Old Trafford would be a massive statement. Read Also:Cucurella Urges Chelsea Star To Join Him At Real Madrid “He would [...]
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• Arsenal sign Piero Hincapié on permanent deal

  25-06-2026 17:25 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyePremier League champions Arsenal have completed the permanent signing of Ecuador defender Piero Hincapie from Bayer Leverkusen after activating an option in his loan agreement.The 24-year-old centre-back spent the 2025/26 season on loan at Arsenal, playing a key role as Mikel Arteta’s side clinched the Premier League title.Hincapie made 39 appearances in all competitions for the Gunners and started 20 league matches as Arsenal finished the campaign with one of the div
  
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• World Cup 2026: Mofokeng Confident Bafana Bafana Can Make More History

  25-06-2026 17:04 via completesports.com
  
  Relebohile Mofokeng insists Bafana Bafana are fully focused on extending their memorable run at the FIFA World Cup 2026. South Africa reached the Round of 32 for the first time after a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Korea Republic at the Monterrey Stadium. Substitute Tshepang Moremi set up Thapelo Maseko for the winning goal in the [...]
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