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• Vinicus equals rare World Cup goalscoring record

  04-07-2026 03:33 via thesun.ng
  
  Ascending to the realm of the soccering gods, Vinicius Junior has claimed a World Cup milestone previously conquered only by titans like Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. The 2026 tournament has already produced memorable individual displays, but few have generated as much excitement as his performances throughout the group stage.
  Brazil has relied heavily on Vinicius Jr. during the opening phase of the tournament, and the winger has responded with a series of match-winning performances. He ha
  
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• Palmer: I know what I would’ve offered Three Lions

  05-07-2026 02:47 via thesun.ng
  
  Cole Palmer has spoken on England boss Thomas Tuchel leaving him out of the World Cup squad.
  Phil Foden, Cole Palmer, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Harry Maguire, Adam Wharton and Morgan Gibbs-White were famously left out of England’s World Cup squad this summer as fans scratched their head at Tuchel’s selection.
  Despite scoring in the final of Euro 2024, Palmer who is just 23 years old was left at home in what was arguably the biggest omission from a Three Lions side which has reached the
  
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• Mexican fans welcome England squad with boos

  05-07-2026 02:47 via thesun.ng
  
  England have arrived in Mexico as fans make their voices heard ahead of Monday’s clash.
  The Three Lions face Mexico 2,200 metres above sea level at the Estadio Azteca in their Round of 16 clash on Monday morning in what is their toughest test yet.
  England’s team coach was surrounded by security staff as they arrived in Mexico City, with fans jeering, booing and whistles from Mexican fans who were keen to make a hostile atmosphere.
  Jude Bellingham and his team-mates were also heckled
  
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• Canada 0-3 Morocco: Atlas Lions zooms into quarterfinals

  05-07-2026 02:46 via thesun.ng
  
  Morocco beat Canada 3-0 in Houston on Saturday to become the first team at the World Cup to progress to the quarterfinals.
  Two goals from Azzedine Ounahi in the 50th and 82nd minutes and one from Soufiane Rahimi at the death made the difference for the Atlas Lions, who will go on to play the winner of France and Paraguay in Foxborough’s Gillette Stadium on Thursday.
  With the win, Morocco continues its great form at major tournaments, having made the 2022 World Cup semifinals and being &nda
  
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• Messi remains atop the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot standings

  05-07-2026 02:45 via thesun.ng
  
  The individual awards are among the accolades players pursue, even if the ultimate goal is lifting the trophy, making the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot one of the tournament’s most closely followed races. After the Round of 32, Lionel Messi remains at the top of the scoring standings.
  Messi has scored seven goals for Argentina. He began the tournament with an outstanding group stage, helping his team win all three matches while scoring three goals against Algeria, two against Austria and one
  
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• Kuwait honours Somali referee, Artan

  05-07-2026 02:44 via thesun.ng
  
  Celebrated Somali FIFA referee Omar Artan has bagged yet another honour, building on his international reputation.
  The young referee has become a global sensation after being denied entry to the United States to officiate at the 2026 World Cup.
  The latest recognition came from Kuwait where he was given an award of excellence on 30 June.
  The Kuwait Football Association said the honour was in recognition of Artan’s achievements and contributions to international football.
  The 34-year-old off
  
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• Osimhen can’t play for Barcelona – Ex- Fenerbahce striker

  05-07-2026 02:43 via thesun.ng
  
  Former Fenerbahçe striker Serdar Dursun has questioned whether Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen has the technical qualities needed to play for Spanish giants Barcelona, despite praising the Nigerian’s overall ability.
  Osimhen enjoyed another outstanding campaign with Galatasaray, playing a pivotal role in the club’s successful Super Lig title defence.
  The Nigerian striker finished the season with 22 goals and eight assists across all competitions, further strengthening his
  
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• NPFL names Yakmut, Enakhena, GTI’s Ine in commercial committee reform

  05-07-2026 02:42 via thesun.ng
  
  The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has moved to strengthen its commercial backbone, naming Alhassan Yakmut, Sporting Lagos Chairman Godwin Enakhena and representative of GTI, Nelson Ine as members of its newly inaugurated Committee on Commercial Reforms with Enakhena serving as secretary.
  The appointment was ratified today in Abuja during a high-level strategy session convened by the President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). In attendance were the NPFL Board, Chairmen of NPFL C
  
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• Abuja to host CAA Region II elective congress

  05-07-2026 02:41 via thesun.ng
  
  Abuja, Nigeria’s capital city, will host the Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) Region II Elective Congress on December 12, as the 15-member regional athletics body prepares to elect new leadership that will steer its affairs for the next four years.
  The congress is expected to bring together delegates and athletics administrators from the 15 member nations of CAA Region II to deliberate on the future of athletics development across the region and elect a new executive council.
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• FWCQ: D’Tigers targets winning finish against Rwanda

  05-07-2026 02:40 via thesun.ng
  
  Nigeria’s D’Tigers will look to round off their FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 African Qualifiers Window 3 campaign on a winning note when they face bottom-placed Rwanda today, buoyed by a thrilling victory that ended Guinea’s unbeaten run.
  D’Tigers head into the clash with renewed confidence after edging Guinea 80-79 in a dramatic encounter on Friday, a result that improved their record to 3-2 while handing the previously unbeaten Guineans their first defeat of the campa
  
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• African Nations Cup: Nimrod welcomes teams to CAVB Zone 3 Beach Volleyball qualifiers

  05-07-2026 02:39 via thesun.ng
  
  President of the Confederation of African Volleyball (CAVB) Beach Volleyball Commission, Engineer Musa Nimrod, has officially welcomed participating countries to the 2026 African Nations Cup Beach Volleyball Zone 3 Qualifiers, which are being held in Badagry, Lagos State, according to BSNSports.com.ng.
  Nimrod expressed his delight at hosting the regional qualification tournament in Nigeria, assuring all participating teams of a warm reception and a conducive environment for a successful competit
  
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• Commonwealth Games: Ezechukwu named to Nigeria’s flag bearer

  05-07-2026 02:38 via thesun.ng
  
  Team Nigeria has named 17-year-old sprinter Miracle Ezechukwu as its flag bearer for the opening ceremony of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, BSNSports.com.ng reports.
  The young athletics sensation will have the honour of leading the Nigerian contingent into the stadium during the opening parade, becoming one of the youngest athletes to carry the nation’s flag at a major multi-sport event.
  Ezechukwu’s selection is seen as recognition of his rising profile in Nigerian athletics as h
  
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• Serena Williams withdraws from Wimbledon doubles

  05-07-2026 02:37 via thesun.ng
  
  Serena Williams’ return to Wimbledon won’t get a second chapter.
  The 23-time Grand Slam singles champion was forced to withdraw from her doubles match with her sister Venus on Saturday because of a right knee injury, she announced on Instagram.
  Sunday was supposed to be the first time the sisters teamed up since the 2022 U.S. Open, as they were set to face Solona Sierra and Camila Osorio.
  Serena, who lost to Maya Joint, 3-6, 7-6 (8), 3-6, on June 30 in her singles return, posted a vi
  
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• Ogunsakin qualifies for Wimbledon Junior Championships

  05-07-2026 02:36 via thesun.ng
  
  Nigerian tennis has reached another significant milestone as rising star, Seun Ogunsakin, secured a place in the Main Draw of the Wimbledon Junior Championships, after a commanding 6-3, 6-1 victory over Canada’s Benjamin Azar.
  This outstanding achievement is another strong reflection of the remarkable progress Nigerian tennis has made in recent times.
  Ogunsakin’s qualification for one of the world’s most prestigious Grand Slam tournaments reflects the growing success of the spo
  
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• Fenerbahce complete deal to sign Ake from Man City

  05-07-2026 02:36 via thesun.ng
  
  Fenerbahce have signed Netherlands defender Nathan Ake from Manchester City in a deal that could be worth up to £8.5m.
  The Turkish club have paid around £7m up front with the fee rising if add-ons are met.
  Ake, 31, made three appearances for the Netherlands in the 2026 World Cup before their elimination by Morocco in the last 32.
  He won four Premier League titles, two FA Cups, two League Cups and the Champions League during a six-year stint at Etihad Stadium.
  “It’s been a
  
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• Coach Renard leaves Tunisia after World Cup group-stage exit

  05-07-2026 00:13 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Herve Renard, who took over from Sabri Lamouchi as Tunisia coach in the middle of the World Cup, announced on Saturday that he was stepping down after just two matches in charge of the Eagles of Carthage.“My adventure (with Tunisia) has come to an end,” the 57-year-old Frenchman posted on Instagram.“Before I leave, I would like to express my sincere thanks to the Tunisian Football Federation for allowing me to take part in the 2026 World Cup.“It was an honour to represen
  
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• Osaka Targets Sabalenka Revenge In Wimbledon Last 16

  04-07-2026 21:53 via completesports.com
  Naomi Osaka will seek revenge against world number one Aryna Sabalenka in a blockbuster Wimbledon last-16 showdown on Sunday. Sabalenka holds an active head-to-head advantage, having defeated the Japanese star in three consecutive meetings earlier in the year. Read Also:Wimbledon: Djokovic Gives Injury Update Ahead Safiullin Clash A coveted quarter-final spot at the All England [...]
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• Cape Verde Goalkeeper Now World’s Most Followed Goalkeeper on Instagram with Over 20m Followers

  04-07-2026 21:47 via completesports.com
  
  Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has skyrocketed to over 20 million Instagram followers. This was as a result of the 40-year-old’s breakout performances during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where he helped the Blue Sharks reach the round of 16. Entering the tournament with just 50,000 followers, Vozinha gained over 18 million new fans overnight and [...]
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• Failure to vote out current NFF will lead to another World Cup miss – Report

  04-07-2026 21:30 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Tony Ubani‎The world has turned its eyes to the beautiful game of football as the Federation of International Football Association, FIFA World Cup continues to generate interests from USA, Mexico and Canada, the three countries co-hosting the expanded World Cup of 48 national teams.For billions of fans across the globe, the tournament represents the pinnacle of sporting competition — unity, passion, and fair play on the grandest stage.‎For Nigerians, the World Cup will always c
  
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• World Cup 2026: Morocco Secures Quarterfinal Spot After Comfortable 3-0 Win Against Canada

  04-07-2026 21:27 via completesports.com
  
  Azzedine Ounahi scored twice to lead Morocco to a 3-0 win over Canada in the World Cup round of 16 Saturday to make the country the first African nation to reach the quarterfinals more than once, usnews.com reports. It’s Morocco’s second straight appearance in the quarterfinals after becoming the first African team to reach the [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Morocco thrash Canada 3-0 to reach quarter-finals

  04-07-2026 21:20 via thesun.ng
  
  Morocco produced a dominant second-half display to defeat Canada 3-0 and book their place in the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, ending the co-hosts’ impressive tournament run in the Round of 16.
  The Atlas Lions weathered an energetic start from Jesse Marsch’s side before taking complete control after the break, with Azzedine Ounahi delivering a match-winning performance.
  Morocco’s disciplined defending, clinical finishing and swift counter-attacking once again under
  
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• Morocco rout Canada 3-0 to wake co-hosts from World Cup dream

  04-07-2026 21:17 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Canada became the first of the co-hosts to exit the World Cup as a clinical Morocco won 3-0 to reach the quarter-finals on Saturday in Houston.The 2022 semi-finalists Morocco will face title favourites France or Paraguay as the business end of the tournament in North America approaches.After a first half littered with more bookings than shots, midfielder Azzedine Ounahi fired the opener on 50 minutes.Canada — playing the biggest game in their footballing history – pushed for an
  
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• World Cup 2026: Eight Tunisian Players Test Positive For Banned Substance In Drugs Test

  04-07-2026 20:45 via completesports.com
  
  Eight players in Tunisia squad have tested positive for a banned substance during their drugs test at the World Cup, Metro reports. Tunisia are already out of the World Cup after finishing bottom of Group F following heavy defeats to Sweden, Japan and the Netherlands. The African nation also sacked head coach, Sabri Lamouchi, following [...]
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• 5 Most Memorable Super Eagles Matches At The FIFA World Cup

  04-07-2026 19:59 via completesports.com
  
  The Super Eagles may be missing from the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026, but Nigeria’s rich World Cup history continues to command global respect. Across six appearances at football’s biggest tournament, the three-time African champions have produced unforgettable moments that remain etched in the memories of fans worldwide. From a dream debut against Bulgaria in [...]
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• U-17 WWCQ: Flamingos Secure Narrow Victory Over Benin Republic

  04-07-2026 19:39 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria’s Flamingos secured a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Benin Republic in the first leg of their final qualifying round for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup at the Remo Stars Sports Complex, Ikenne, on Saturday, reports Completesports.com. The visitors made a dream start when Yenido Romaine Gandonou fired Benin into the lead in the [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Egypt Will Fight Till The End Against Argentina –Shobeir

  04-07-2026 19:36 via completesports.com
  
  Egypt goalkeeper Mostafa Shobeir says the Pharaohs are highly motivated to give their all and fight until the final whistle when they face Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 16. The upcoming face-off against Lionel Messi’s Argentina follows a massive milestone for the Pharaohs, who reached the World Cup knockout rounds for [...]
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• Besiktas Agree Terms With Arsenal For Trossard Transfer

  04-07-2026 19:06 via completesports.com
  
  Turkish giants Besiktas have agreed a €20 million deal with Arsenal to sign Leandro Trossard, nowarsenal.com reports. The package consists of an €18 million fee plus €2 million in add-ons, though the transfer is not yet complete as personal terms and wages are still being finalised. Trossard has one year remaining on his Arsenal contract. [...]
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• World Cup: Vozinha reveals what Messi told him after Argentina, Cape Verde clash

  04-07-2026 18:35 via thesun.ng
  
  Cape Verde goalkeeper, Vozinha has revealed the message Lionel Messi gave him after Argentina’s hard-fought 3-2 Round of 32 win over the Blue Sharks in the ongoing World Cup.
  The 40-year-old goalie was at his best, making eight saves, as Cape Verde held the defending champions to a 1-1 draw in regulation time, after a 29th-minute opener from Messi.
  Lisandro Martínez put Argentina ahead again two minutes into extra time before Sidny Lopes Cabral restored parity in the 103rd minute.
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• Wimbledon defending champion Swiatek crashes out of tournament

  04-07-2026 17:43 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Reigning champion Iga Swiatek was dumped out of Wimbledon in the third round on Saturday as an inspired Alexandra Eala created more history for the Philippines with a straight-sets victory on Centre Court.Eala edged a dramatic 84-minute first set before powering to a 7-6 (11/9), 6-2 victory over a stunned Swiatek on Centre Court to reach the last 16.“It’s difficult to describe. I’m in the second week of a Slam and it’s incredible for me,” said Eala.It is six-time G
  
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• I’m ready- Klopp opens up on next coaching job

  04-07-2026 16:49 via thesun.ng
  
  Former Liverpool manager, Jürgen Klopp, has confirmed he is ready to become Germany’s next head coach following the departure of Julian Nagelsmann.
  Nagelsmann stepped down from the role after Germany’s disappointing campaign at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
  Klopp is now expected to succeed him, declaring that he is prepared to return to management after his break from coaching.
  Speaking in New York while working as a pundit for Magenta TV, Klopp said: “Julian has stepped down a
  
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