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• Why Mbappe shouldn’t play as traditional striker – Cristiano Ronaldo

  29-07-2026 23:48 via thesun.ng
  
  Cristiano Ronaldo has advised that Kylian Mbappe should not be deployed as a traditional centre-forward, insisting the French superstar is far more dangerous when given the freedom to attack from wider positions rather than being confined to the penalty area.
  Speaking in an interview conducted in Spanish, Ronaldo said Mbappe possesses exceptional pace, movement and dribbling ability that are better suited to a more fluid attacking role than the responsibilities of a conventional No. 9.
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• Ancelotti: Why Brazil Failed To Win World Cup 2026

  30-07-2026 16:18 via completesports.com
  
  Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti has disclosed that the team lost their World Cup 2026 chance during the hydration break against Norway in the Round of 16, admitting his tactical changes right after were a mistake. In an interview with ESPN, Ancelotti stated that his main mistake was falsely believing his team had lost control of [...]
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• Atletico complain to FIFA over Barca’s Alvarez approach

  30-07-2026 16:17 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Barcelona have received a complaint from Atletico Madrid filed with FIFA over allegedly tapping up Julian Alvarez, a source from the Catalan club told AFP Thursday.Argentina striker Alvarez said during the World Cup it would be “the best thing for everyone” for Atletico to let him leave, amid strong Barca transfer interest.Atletico believe Barcelona made prohibited contact with the 26-year-old attacker to encourage him to force his departure.Barca president Joan Laporta said at the
  
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• Adidas apologises for plethora of pink boots at World Cup

  30-07-2026 15:52 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Adidas on Thursday apologised for a surfeit of pink boots at the World Cup, saying that it was a coincidence that they were sported by a striking number of players.Asked by AFP about the unusual uniformity of boot colours during a press conference on the company’s quarterly results, Adidas CEO Bjorn Gulden said “it was an accident”.“I think it’s a coincidence, and I hope it will not happen again,” he added.It was not the colour itself but different brands all
  
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• My Ambition Is To Win Trophies –Lacroix Reacts After Move To Chelsea

  30-07-2026 15:35 via completesports.com
  
  Chelsea’s new signing Maxence Lacroix has disclosed that his ambition is to win trophies with the club. Recall that the France international completed his £52 million transfer to Chelsea from Crystal Palace on Thursday after signing a 6-year deal keeping him at the club until the summer of 2032. Read Also:Henderson Terminates Brentford Contract Ahead [...]
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• Is FIFA selling the FIFA World Cup? 5 things to know

  30-07-2026 15:22 via vanguardngr.com
  
  FIFA has clarified that it is not selling the FIFA World Cup, following the unveiling of a proposal to create a new commercial subsidiary aimed at strengthening the financial future of global football.The governing body said the proposed entity, known as FIFA Football Enterprises (FFE), would remain fully owned and controlled by FIFA, while allowing external investors to provide commercial expertise and long-term capital to maximise the value of its commercial rights and events.Here are five ke
  
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• ‘I enjoyed every moment’, Rashford bids farewell to Barcelona after loan spell

  30-07-2026 15:06 via vanguardngr.com
  
  England forward Marcus Rashford has bid an emotional farewell to FC Barcelona following the end of his time at the Catalan club.Rashford took to social media to thank the club, teammates and supporters for making his stay a memorable one, saying he would cherish the experiences he gained during his spell.“I’m very grateful to everyone at the club for making my time here such a positive and memorable experience. I’ve enjoyed every moment and will take many special memories with
  
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• EPL: Chelsea complete £52m signing of France defender Maxence Lacroix

  30-07-2026 14:25 via thesun.ng
  
  Chelsea have completed the signing of France international Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace in a deal worth £52 million, strengthening their defence ahead of the 2026/27 Premier League season.
  The 26-year-old centre-back has signed a long-term contract until 2032, bringing an end to his two-year spell at Crystal Palace, where he established himself as one of the Premier League’s standout defenders.
  Chelsea confirmed the move on Thursday after reaching an agreement with Palace, wit
  
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• Glasgow 2026: Amusan Cruises Into Women’s 100m Hurdles Final

  30-07-2026 14:11 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria’s Tobi Amusan produced another breathtaking performance to qualify for the final of the women’s 100m hurdles at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow on Thursday. The reigning world record holder powered to victory in her heat in a stunning 12.19 seconds, registering the fastest time ever recorded in the history of the event at [...]
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• Commonwealth Games: Amusan storms into 100m hurdles final

  30-07-2026 13:39 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Enitan AbdultawabNigeria’s Tobi Amusan delivered a commanding performance on Thursday to book her place in the women’s 100m hurdles final at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.The former world champion cruised to victory in the opening semifinal, crossing the finish line in a stunning 12.19 seconds to underline her status as one of the favourites for the gold medal.Amusan finished comfortably ahead of South Africa’s Marione Fourie, who clocked 12.50 seconds, while Jamai
  
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• WAFU B U-20 Championship: Flying Eagles Target Early Semi-Final Ticket Against Togo

  30-07-2026 13:26 via completesports.com
  
  The Flying Eagles of Nigeria will be aiming to secure an early place in the semi-finals of the 2026 WAFU B U-20 Championship when they take on Togo’s Junior Sparrow Hawks in a crucial Group B encounter on Thursday afternoon (today). Abdu Maikaba’s side made an impressive start to their title defence with a thrilling [...]
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• Megapari Nigeria Review: 2026 Review on Bonuses, Features, Payouts

  30-07-2026 13:13 via completesports.com
  
  Reviewed by: Jacob Peter | Last updated: July 2026 Disclosure: This page may contain affiliate links. Bonus terms can change, so always confirm the latest offer on the official Megapari website. 18+ only. Please gamble responsibly. Megapari is an international betting site, but also a popular betting site in Nigeria. It’s been around since 2019 [...]
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• FIFA: Pinnick defends Infantino’s plan to sell 20% World Cup stake

  30-07-2026 13:10 via thesun.ng
  
  Amaju Pinnick has defended FIFA’s controversial proposal to sell a 20 per cent stake in the World Cup and other competitions.
  The former President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), who appeared on Arise TV’s ‘The Morning Show’ on Thursday, said FIFA’s initiative should be judged on its merits.
  According to Pinnick, FIFA President Gianni Infantino has a track record of introducing reforms that have benefited member associations.
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• Chelsea sign France defender Lacroix from Crystal Palace

  30-07-2026 12:43 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Chelsea signed France defender Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace in a deal worth a reported £52 million ($69 million) on Thursday.Lacroix agreed a six-year contract with the Blues and will link up with his new club for their pre-season preparations.The 26-year-old has won seven caps for France and played for his country at the recent World Cup.“I am really happy to be part of this beautiful club. Everyone knows the legend of Chelsea, its tradition of winning, and to be a part of t
  
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• Pinnick defends FIFA’s plan to sell 20% W/Cup stake

  30-07-2026 12:20 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Dickson OmobolaFormer President of the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, Amaju Pinnick, on Thursday, defended the Fédération Internationale de Football Association’s, FIFA’s, proposal to sell a 20 per cent stake in the World Cup and other competitions, saying the initiative should be judged on its merits.Pinnick, who is the deputy chairperson of the FIFA Men’s National Teams Competitions Committee, said Infantino had a track record of introducing reforms that
  
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• Done Deal: Awaziem Completes Permanent Move To Turkish Club Konyaspor

  30-07-2026 11:57 via completesports.com
  
  Super Eagles defender Chidozie Awaziem has completed a permanent move to Turkish Super Lig side Konyaspor, Completesports.com reports. The 29-year-old joined the Green and Whites from French club Nantes after putting pen to paper on a two-year contract. He will wear the No. 15 jersey for the 2026/27 campaign. Return To Turkey The move marks [...]
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• EPL: Newcastle begin new era as Eddie Howe steps down

  30-07-2026 11:55 via thesun.ng
  
  Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe is set to leave the Premier League club with immediate effect after deciding to step away from football, bringing an end to his five-year spell at St James’ Park just weeks before the start of the 2026/27 season.
  The development comes as a major surprise after Howe had been overseeing Newcastle’s pre-season preparations, including Wednesday’s 4-1 friendly defeat to Bristol City.
  Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano first reported that Newcastle an
  
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• Match Preview WAFCON’26; Nigeria Vs Zambia

  30-07-2026 11:34 via completesports.com
  
  The Super Falcons have it all to play for! After a disappointing defeat to Malawi in their opening match, Nigeria now faces a must-win showdown against Zambia in the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). Can the nine-time African champions bounce back when it matters most, or will their hopes of progressing suffer another [...]
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• Things to know about FIFA’s Forward Enterprise

  30-07-2026 11:03 via thesun.ng
  
  FIFA’s proposed Forward Enterprise (FFE) has become one of the most controversial initiatives in modern football governance, with the world football governing body presenting it as a groundbreaking plan to increase development funding while critics warn it could fundamentally reshape the commercial future of the game.
  The proposal, which is currently under consultation with FIFA’s 211 member associations and the six continental confederations, seeks to establish FIFA Forward Enterpri
  
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• Como ban heading in youth academy, cite reason

  30-07-2026 10:47 via thesun.ng
  
  Italian Serie A side, Como have banned heading for players under 11 in its youth academy, citing the need to protect children’s brain development and reduce avoidable head impacts.
  Under new academy rules announced last week, headers are now prohibited in training and matches for under-8, under-9 and under-10 teams.
  According to the club, corners for those age groups will be taken as throw-ins played on the floor.
  From Under-12 level, players can begin heading with a light rubber ball, lim
  
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• CAF responds to FIFA’s controversial Forward Enterprise proposal

  30-07-2026 10:27 via thesun.ng
  
  The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has responded to FIFA’s proposed Forward Enterprise initiative, confirming it will subject the plan to a comprehensive review through its Executive Committee before adopting an official position.
  In a statement issued on Wednesday, CAF said it had received formal correspondence from FIFA on the proposed FIFA Forward Enterprise initiative as part of the ongoing consultation process involving FIFA Member Associations and the FIFA Council.
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• ‘Thunder’ Balogun’s legacy must not die – Son

  30-07-2026 10:23 via vanguardngr.com
  
  BY JACOB AJOMIt’s exactly 54 years today that one of Nigeria’s greatest footballers, Teslim ‘Thunder’ Balogun passed on in his sleep in Ibadan, western Nigeria (now Oyo state). His death, according to Kayode Balogun, one of the late footballer’s children remains a mystery. Notwithstanding, Kayode is calling on both the federal and Lagos state governments not to allow his father’s legacy to die with him.In a chat with this reporter, he recalled in graphic deta
  
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• Eddie Howe leaves Newcastle after five years

  30-07-2026 10:20 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Eddie Howe is leaving his role as Newcastle manager after five years at St James’ Park, the BBC and Sky reported on Thursday.The 48-year-old replaced Steve Bruce in November 2021 and won the League Cup in March 2025 — the club’s first major trophy since 1969.The former Bournemouth boss also led Newcastle to Champions League qualification in 2023 and 2025.But he came under pressure last season as the Magpies finished 12th in the Premier League, with 17 defeats in their 38 games
  
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• ‘We’re committed to increasing finance for Africa’ — CAF urges review of FIFA proposal

  30-07-2026 10:10 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced plans to review FIFA’s proposal to open the commercial operations of the FIFA World Cup and other major tournaments to private investment.In a statement issued on Wednesday, CAF said its president, Patrice Motsepe, will meet with the Confederation’s Executive Committee next week to examine the proposal and determine Africa’s position.The African football body said its member associations would also have the opportunity
  
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• AC Milan Deny Legendary Captain Baresi Has Died

  30-07-2026 09:50 via completesports.com
  
  Milan have been forced to release a statement denying rumours that club legend and honorary vice president Franco Baresi had died. There had been some messages circulating on social media that Baresi had passed away at the age of 66. He had revealed in August 2025 that he underwent surgery to remove a pulmonary nodule [...]
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• FIFA proposal ‘an opportunity but not an obligation’ – Infantino

  30-07-2026 09:47 via vanguardngr.com
  
  FIFA president Gianni Infantino said Wednesday that the proposed launch of a private subsidiary to exploit the commercial benefits of the World Cup was “an opportunity but not an obligation”.A proposal to sell stakes in FIFA’s major competitions sparked disbelief and outrage globally since it was revealed Tuesday, but Infantino defended the idea, saying too little of football’s commercial value reached the parts of the game that need it most.“FIFA Forward Enterpris
  
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• World Cup 2026: FIFA Opens Disciplinary Proceedings Against Argentina

  30-07-2026 09:25 via completesports.com
  
  FIFA has opened disciplinary proceedings against Argentina over their behaviour after their World Cup final loss to Spain and throughout the tournament, BBC Sport reports. Last week, the world governing body appointed a disciplinary and ethics prosecutor to assess what happened after the final whistle at the New York New Jersey Stadium, with multiple Argentina [...]
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• NNL: Remo Stars Appoint Ajibolade As New Head Coach

  30-07-2026 08:09 via completesports.com
  
  Remo Stars have confirmed the appointment of Olumide Ajibolade as their new head coach, Completesports.com reports. Ajibolade assumes the role after years of exceptional success in youth development and team management. The young tactician joined the Remo Stars’ Academy in 2019 as the U-17 head coach. Following the establishment of Beyond Limits Football Academy in [...]
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• Glasgow 2026: Idi Amin’s Grandson Questions Officials’ Decision After Being Disqualified For Headbutting Opponent

  30-07-2026 07:57 via completesports.com
  
  Aziz Abdul, the boxer grandson of former Ugandan dictator Idi Amin, has expressed dissatisfaction after being disqualified at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games, while Australian boxer Lekeisha Pergoliti advanced after a contentious win. Recall that Aziz Abdul (nicknamed Ringo) faced England’s Damar Thomas in a super-heavyweight quarter-final. He was disqualified in the third round for headbutting [...]
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• Commonwealth boxing: Idi Amin’s grandson disqualified for headbutting opponent

  30-07-2026 07:55 via thesun.ng
  
  Aziz Abdul, the grandson of former Ugandan President Idi Amin, was disqualified for headbutting his opponent during the Commonwealth boxing quarter-final bout on Wednesday.
  Taking a cue from his famous grandfather, who declared himself the “King of Scotland” in 1976 over his fascination for the Oscar-winning film, The Last King of Scotland, Aziz revealed his dream of becoming “the new king of Scotland” upon his arrival in Glasgow.
  However, his bid for Commonwealth boxing
  
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