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• Turkish Club Plot Move For Awaziem

  19-07-2026 18:15 via completesports.com
  
  Turkish Super Lig side Konyaspor have opened talks with Super Eagles defender Chidozie Awaziem over a potential summer move, Completesports.com reports. Awaziem is expected to leave French club Nantes following the Canaries’ relegation from Ligue 1 at the end of last season. According to Turkish outlet Spor Depor, Konyaspor are eager to strengthen their defence [...]
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• Genk Reach Agreement With Pisa For Durosinmi

  20-07-2026 16:10 via completesports.com
  
  KRC Genk have reached an agreement with Italian club Pisa for the signing of Super Eagles striker Rafiu Durosinmi, Completesports.com reports. According to transfer expert Gianluca Di Marzio, the deal is valued at €10.5 million plus performance-related bonuses, with Pisa also securing a 10% sell-on clause on any future transfer. The transfer will become the [...]
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• World Cup 2026: ‘This Is The Best England Group For A Very Long Time’ –Rice

  20-07-2026 16:05 via completesports.com
  
  Arsenal star Declan Rice has disclosed that this is the best England group in recent memory following their third-place finish at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Captaining the squad to a wild 6-4 victory over France in the bronze-medal match, he expressed pride in the squad but admitted he and his teammates were gutted over [...]
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• Italian Football Federation Holds Talks With Guardiola Over Coaching Job

  20-07-2026 15:38 via completesports.com
  The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) has met with Pep Guardiola to convince him to take over as national team head coach, Sky in Italy reports. Paolo Maldini, the new technical director of the FIGC, and Leonardo, his advisor, travelled to Barcelona to speak with the former Man City boss. It remains to be seen if [...]
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• Plane carrying Spain’s World Cup winning team lands in Madrid

  20-07-2026 15:03
  
  A plane carrying Spain’s newly crowned World Cup champions landed in Madrid on Monday, a day after their 1-0 victory over Argentina in the final in the United States.A Spanish flag fluttered from the cockpit window as the Iberia aircraft carrying the squad taxied to the terminal at Madrid-Barajas airport at 14:30 local time (12:30 GMT) under clear blue skies.Coach Luis de la Fuente was the first to step off the plane, followed by player of the tournament Rodri, who held the World Cup trop
  
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• WAFU B U-20 Tourney: Flying Eagles Storm Abidjan For Title Defence

  20-07-2026 14:51 via completesports.com
  
  Defending champions Flying Eagles of Nigeria have arrived Abidjan , Cote d’Ivoire for the 2026 WAFU B U-20 Championship, Completesports.com reports. The players, and their officials departed the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, for Abidjan on Monday morning before continuing their journey to Yamoussoukro, the host city of the tournament. Abdu Maikaba’s side will start [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Rapper Drake Loses $1.5m On Bet After Staking On Argentina To Beat Spain

  20-07-2026 13:52 via completesports.com
  
  Canadian rapper Drake has lost a massive $1.5 million USDT cryptocurrency wager on Argentina after Spain defeated them 1-0 in extra time during the FIFA World Cup 2026 final. The 39-year-old put his money behind the South American team on Saturday through the betting site Stake, and he could have had a payout of more [...]
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• Aston Villa sign £38m Joao Gomes from Wolves

  20-07-2026 13:02
  
  Aston Villa won the race to sign Brazil midfielder Joao Gomes from Wolves on Monday in a deal worth a reported £38 million ($51 million).Villa moved for Gomes after Chelsea agreed to sign England midfielder Morgan Rogers from Unai Emery’s side.The 25-year-old, who has won 10 caps for Brazil, was also a target for Atletico Madrid, but Villa convinced him to make the switch from Championship side Wolves.Gomes made 130 appearances for Wolves after signing from Flamengo in 2023, but was
  
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• Teenager dies during Spain World Cup celebrations

  20-07-2026 12:29
  
  A teenager died and several people were injured during celebrations of Spain’s victory in the World Cup after a fountain onto collapsed in the west of the country, local authorities and media said on Monday.“The city hall of Ciudad Rodrigo expresses its sadness and presents its condolences for the death of a boy of 13,” the municipality said on a Facebook post.“What should have been a celebration of Spain’s team in the football World Cup turned into tragedy,”
  
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• FIFA Rankings: Super Eagles Stay 26th, Slip To Fourth In Africa

  20-07-2026 12:20 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria’s Super Eagles have maintained their 26th position in the latest Men’s World Ranking released on Monday, Completesports.com reports. However, Eric Chelle’s side slipped one place to fourth in Africa after Egypt overtook them in the continental standings. The Super Eagles have not played since their 2-1 defeat to former European champions Portugal in an [...]
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• ‘Una go qualify?’ – Fans troll Super Eagles after ‘See you in 2030’ message to Spain

  20-07-2026 10:46
  
  Nigerian football fans have criticised the Super Eagles after the team’s official X account congratulated Spain on winning the 2026 FIFA World Cup while declaring, “See you in 2030.”The post, shared shortly after Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 after extra time to lift the World Cup on Sunday, quickly attracted thousands of reactions, with many supporters questioning Nigeria’s chances of qualifying for the next edition of the tournament.“Congratulations to Spain on wi
  
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• FULL list: World Cup all-time leading scorers

  20-07-2026 09:40
  
  By Ayobami OkerindeFrance captain Kylian Mbappé has become the FIFA World Cup’s all-time leading scorer after ending the 2026 tournament with 22 goals.Mbappe scored 10 goals as the Les Bleus finished 4th after losing 6-4 to England in the third-place match.The French forward achieved the feat in only 22 World Cup appearances, compared with Messi’s 21 goals scored in 34 matches across six editions of the tournament.Former Germany striker Miroslav Klose, who previously held the
  
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• FIFA live rankings: Spain rise to world no 1 after World Cup final victory

  20-07-2026 09:28
  
  By Ayobami OkerindeSpain have moved to the top of FIFA’s unofficial live world rankings after defeating Argentina 1-0 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, with the latest live standings on the top football body’s website showing the new world champions leading the table with 1,995.88 points.The rankings, updated on Monday, are live calculations and remain unofficial until FIFA releases its next official Men’s World Ranking.The World Cup champions gained 30.27 ranking points follo
  
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• World Cup 2026: ‘Proud Of This Squad’ –Argentina FA President Hails Players Despite Loss To Spain

  20-07-2026 09:11 via completesports.com
  
  Argentine Football Association (AFA) President Claudio “Chiqui” Tapia has expressed his gratitude to the team for their unwavering effort throughout the match, following Argentina’s 1-0 loss to Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final in New Jersey. The AFA president took to social media to express pride in the players, coaching staff, and everyone [...]
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• Messi Leads Argentina To Equal Unwanted Record After World Cup Final Heartbreak

  20-07-2026 09:04 via completesports.com
  
  Lionel Messi and his Argentina teammates equaled an unwanted World Cup record, after the Albiceleste lost to Spain in Sunday’s final. Barcelona forward Ferran Torres was the hero for Spain after slotting home the winning goal on 106 minutes, to help Luis de la Fuente’s side clinch a second World Cup title since 2010. Torres [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Spain Sweep Major Individual Awards

  20-07-2026 08:45 via completesports.com
  Spain further highlighted their dominance at the FIFA World Cup 2026 by claiming three of the tournament’s major individual awards. Barcelona youngster Pau Cubarsi was named the Best Young Player after producing a series of impressive performances at the heart of La Roja’s defence. The central defender was ever-present throughout their run to the final [...]
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• Cucurella hails Spain’s defensive resilience after World Cup triumph

  20-07-2026 08:33 via thesun.ng
  
  Spain defender Marc Cucurella has credited his side’s collective defensive discipline as the foundation of their successful 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign, following Sunday’s 1-0 extra-time victory over Argentina in the final at the New York New Jersey Stadium.
  Substitute Ferran Torres scored the decisive goal in the 106th minute to secure Spain’s second World Cup title, ending a disciplined contest in which Luis de la Fuente’s side once again demonstrated the defensive org
  
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• World Cup 2026: Football Won —Kroos Taunts Argentina After Defeat To Spain

  20-07-2026 08:12 via completesports.com
  
  Former Germany international Toni Kroos has taunted Argentina, after they lost to Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final on Sunday, beIN Sports reports. Spain were crowned world champions for the second time, and the first since 2010, as Ferran Torres’ 106th-minute winner proved to be the difference. La Roja were helped by Enzo [...]
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• Burna Boy, Shakira thrill fans with unforgettable performance in World Cup halftime show

  20-07-2026 08:07 via thesun.ng
  
  Nigerian music superstar Burna Boy and Colombian global icon Shakira delivered a memorable performance during FIFA’s inaugural World Cup final halftime show on Sunday, entertaining millions of football fans worldwide as Spain defeated Argentina to claim the 2026 FIFA World Cup title.
  The two award-winning artistes performed the tournament’s official anthem, Dai, Dai, at the New York New Jersey Stadium during the interval of the final, marking a historic moment as FIFA introduced a Su
  
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• Done Deal: Fenerbahçe Sign Nigerian Midfielder

  20-07-2026 07:53 via completesports.com
  
  Fenerbahçe have completed the signing of Nigerian midfielder Suliat Abideen, Completesports.com reports. The 24-year-old has signed a contract that will keep her at Fenerbahçe until the end of the season. Abideen linked up with Fenerbahçe from another Turkish club ABB Fomget. Fenerbahçe announced the player’s arrival in a statement on their X account. “Fenerbahçe Women’s [...]
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• World Cup final: Scaloni says Spain were better team

  20-07-2026 07:43 via thesun.ng
  
  Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni admitted Spain deserved to win after his side suffered a 1-0 defeat in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final on Sunday.
  Ferran Torres, who came on as a substitute, scored in the second half of extra time to hand Spain victory over a 10-man Argentina at the MetLife Stadium.
  The result ended Argentina’s hopes of retaining the World Cup title. Led by captain Lionel Messi, the South American champions had been aiming to become the first nation since 1962 to win cons
  
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• ‘Most Difficult World Cup Tournament Ever’ –Rodri Reacts After Spain’s Triumph

  20-07-2026 07:32 via completesports.com
  
  Spain’s captain Rodri has described the World Cup 2026 as the most difficult tournament ever after leading his team to a 1-0 extra-time victory over Argentina in the final at MetLife Stadium. Torres was the hero for Spain when he collected substitute Nico Williams’ header to beat Argentina keeper Emiliano Martinez with a powerful shot [...]
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• Cucurella praises Spain’s ‘incredible’ defence after World Cup win

  20-07-2026 07:32
  
  Marc Cucurella hailed Spain’s “incredible” defence after they won their second World Cup on Sunday with a 1-0 victory against Argentina.Substitute Ferran Torres scored in the second period of extra-time as Spain finally broke down 10-man Argentina at the MetLife Stadium.Coach Luis de la Fuente’s team conceded just one goal in their eight games at the 2026 tournament — the fewest by any side in a World Cup-winning campaign.Belgium were the only team to breach their
  
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• Trump lingers on stage to lap up World Cup spotlight

  20-07-2026 07:26
  
  US President Donald Trump grabbed a share of the spotlight at the World Cup final on Sunday, staying on stage with winners Spain as they lifted the trophy after beating Argentina.Despite being met by resounding boos as he walked on to the pitch with FIFA president Gianni Infantino, Trump basked in the attention at the end of a tournament he has called “the most successful sporting event maybe in the history of the world.”Trump briefly lingered on stage as Infantino tried to lead him
  
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• World Cup final hero Torres dedicates title to all Spaniards

  20-07-2026 07:21 via thesun.ng
  
  Spain forward Ferran Torres has dedicated his decisive goal in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final to the entire Spanish nation after firing La Roja to a historic 1-0 extra-time victory over Argentina.
  Torres came off the bench to score the only goal of the final in the 106th minute at the New York New Jersey Stadium, sealing Spain’s second World Cup title and ending Argentina’s hopes of retaining the trophy.
  Reflecting on the defining moment of his international career, the Barcelona forw
  
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• Superb Spain rule the world, overwhelm Argentina

  20-07-2026 05:23
  
  Spain finally broke Argentina’s dogged resistance in extra time to win the men’s World Cup for the second time with a 1-0 victory.The Barcelona winger Ferran Torres scored the only goal of a disjointed game that was almost ruined by Argentina’s deliberate spoiling tactics, which backfired when they were reduced to 10 men for extra time by the late dismissal of Enzo Fernández for two yellow cards. Spain had dominated throughout, having 20 shots to an extraordinary two fr
  
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• UFC: Kamaru Usman loses title rematch to S/Africa’s Du Plessis

  20-07-2026 03:02
  
  South Africa’s Dricus Du Plessis cruised to a dominant unanimous decision win over former welterweight champion Kamaru Usman at UFC, in Oklahoma, USA, on Saturday night.The judges scored the five-round main event 50-45, 49-46 and 49-46 in favor of the South African, who looked sharp from start to finish.From the opening bell Du Plessis, who was making his first appearance since August 2025, fought with the same awkward-but-effective style that has made him so difficult to deal with. He mi
  
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• Ballon d’Or 2026 ranking: Yamal emerges favourite after Spain’s World Cup triumph

  20-07-2026 01:14
  
  Spain’s World Cup triumph has propelled Lamine Yamal to top of the Ballon d’Or 2026 rankings.The Barcelona winger is now regarded as the leading contender for the prestigious individual award after playing a key role in Spain’s successful campaign.Yamal tops the list ahead of Argentina captain Lionel Messi, who is ranked second, while England striker Harry Kane occupies third place.Former Ballon d’Or winner Ousmane Dembélé, who claimed the award in 2025, is
  
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• World Cup: Full list of award winners as Spain dominate individual honours

  20-07-2026 01:07 via thesun.ng
  
  Spain’s historic triumph at the 2026 FIFA World Cup was capped by a clean sweep of the tournament’s top individual honours after La Roja defeated Argentina 1-0 after extra time in Sunday’s final at the MetLife Stadium.
  Luis de la Fuente’s side claimed their second World Cup title, 16 years after lifting their maiden trophy in South Africa, while also making history by becoming the first team to win the tournament after conceding just one goal throughout the competition.
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• Trump, Infantino greeted by boos after World Cup final

  20-07-2026 00:49
  
  US President Donald Trump and FIFA chief Gianni Infantino were met with resounding boos as they walked onto the pitch Sunday for the presentation ceremony after Spain won the World Cup.During the game, Trump sat next to close friend Infantino, watching Spain defeat holders Argentina 1-0 in front of a star-studded crowd of 80,000 people at the venue outside New York.
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