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• World Cup: Everything to know about Australia vs Egypt match

  03-07-2026 10:38 via thesun.ng
  
  Australia and Egypt will battle for a place in the Round of 16 when they meet in one of the most intriguing fixtures of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 today, Friday.
  The knockout encounter will take place at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas, with both sides aiming to extend their World Cup campaigns after impressive performances in the group stage.
  The winner will advance to the Round of 16, where another stern test awaits in the race for a place in the quarter-finals.
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• World Cup: Mexican president urges responsible celebrations after deaths following last win

  03-07-2026 18:49 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeMexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has appealed to supporters to celebrate responsibly if Mexico defeat England in Sunday’s FIFA World Cup Round of 16 clash, following the deaths of at least four fans during celebrations after the team’s last victory.According to Reuters, Sheinbaum urged supporters to avoid excessive alcohol consumption and overcrowded public spaces after celebrations following Mexico’s 2-0 win over Ecuador ended in tragedy in Mexico City
  
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• Man Utd’s Andre Onana rejoins Trabzonspor on season-long loan

  03-07-2026 18:16 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeManchester United have confirmed that goalkeeper Andre Onana has rejoined Turkish club Trabzonspor on a season-long loan for the 2026-27 campaign.According to the BBC, the agreement does not include an option to buy, although Trabzonspor will cover the Cameroon international’s wages in full while also paying Manchester United a loan fee, with additional performance-related bonuses included in the deal.United said the transfer remains subject to international clearance
  
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• OFFICIAL: Ake Joins Turkish Giants Fenerbahce

  03-07-2026 17:54 via completesports.com
  Dutch defender Nathan Ake has completed a move to Turkish giants Fenerbahce, bringing an end to a six-year spell at Manchester City, Tribal Football reports. Fenerbahce announced the signing on Friday, but kept the contract length and transfer fee undisclosed. Ake, 31, joined Manchester City from Bournemouth in 2020 for a reported fee of €45 [...]
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• Neymar unhappy with World Cup role but ‘respectful’ – Ancelotti

  03-07-2026 17:36 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti said Neymar is unhappy he has had such a limited role at the World Cup but has handled the situation professionally and remains a positive influence within the squad.The country’s all-time leading goalscorer has made just one substitute appearance at his fourth World Cup, playing the final 14 minutes of Brazil’s 3-0 win over Scotland in the group stage.Neymar, 34, is again likely to be on the bench for Sunday’s last-16 match against Norway at MetLi
  
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• Kayode Pens New Long-Term Brentford Contract

  03-07-2026 16:37 via completesports.com
  
  Michael Kayode has penned a new long-term contract with Premier League club Brentford, Completesports.com reports. Kayode only linked up with the Bees just one year ago from Fiorentina in a deal worth €18m. The new contract will see the versatile full-back remain with Brentford until June 2032, with the club keeping an option to extend [...]
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• Unai Simon becomes first goalkeeper to go 519 World Cup minutes without conceding

  03-07-2026 16:13 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Spain goalkeeper Unai Simon etched his name into World Cup history on Thursday after setting a new record for the longest shutout streak, surpassing a mark that had stood for 36 years.The 29-year-old Athletic Bilbao goalkeeper achieved the feat during Spain’s 3-0 victory over Austria, recording his fourth consecutive clean sheet at the tournament.Simon has now gone 519 consecutive minutes without conceding a goal across the past two FIFA World Cups, breaking the previous record of 517 min
  
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• SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 111: Kanu Nwankwo’s Football Sojourn At Arsenal

  03-07-2026 16:01 via completesports.com
  
  Born on August 1, 1976, in Owerri, Imo State, Kanu Nwankwo rose from humble beginnings to become one of Africa and the world’s most decorated footballers, having won a plethora of trophies at both club and international levels.Few footballers have carried the hopes of a nation and inspired generations the way Kanu has done, with [...]
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• World Cup: Mahrez retires from int’l football after Algeria’s elimination

  03-07-2026 15:56 via thesun.ng
  
  Algeria captain, Riyad Mahrez has retired from international football following the Desert Foxes’ 2-0 defeat to Switzerland in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 on Friday at BC Place.
  The 35-year-old confirmed his decision in a post-match interview with beIN Sports, ending a 12-year career with Algeria.
  “This was my last match with Algeria,” Mahrez said. “Our aim was to go through, and I think it was a game we could have won. But we conceded twice from mistakes and, at
  
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• World Cup: 3 African countries seek to join Morocco in next round after 6 eliminated

  03-07-2026 15:56 via vanguardngr.com
  
  3 African countries will be looking to extend the continent’s campaign at the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Friday as Egypt, Cape Verde and Ghana battle for places in the Round of 16.Morocco are currently the only African side to have progressed to the last 16 after edging the Netherlands in a dramatic Round of 32 encounter. The Atlas Lions held the Dutch to a 1-1 draw after extra time before winning the penalty shootout to book their place.Africa began the tournament with a record 10 teams foll
  
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• Real Madrid deny interest in Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernández

  03-07-2026 15:52 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeReal Madrid have publicly denied reports linking the club with a move for Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernández, insisting they have “no intention” of signing the Argentina international this summer.According to the BBC, the Spanish giants issued an official statement on Friday after speculation intensified following comments from Fernandez’s agent, Javier Pastore, who revealed he is exploring options for the midfielder’s future and suggested a mo
  
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• NPFL: Ogunmodede Takes Charge At Kano Pillars

  03-07-2026 15:41 via completesports.com
  
  Kano Pillars have confirmed the appointment of Daniel Ogunmodede as the club’s new technical adviser ahead of the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season, reports Completesports.com. The four-time NPFL champions announced the appointment in a brief statement posted on their official X account on Friday. “We’ve reached an agreement to appoint Daniel Ogunmodede (Ijaball) [...]
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• EPL: Brentford complete permanent signing of Michael Kayode

  03-07-2026 15:38 via thesun.ng
  
  Brentford have secured the long-term future of defender Michael Kayode after handing the Italian youngster a contract that will keep him at the club until 2032.
  The Premier League side confirmed the agreement on their official website on Friday, revealing that the 21-year-old has signed a deal running until the summer of 2032, with an option to extend it by an additional year.
  Kayode initially joined Brentford on loan from Fiorentina in January 2025 before the move was made permanent.
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• World Cup: Riyad Mahrez announces retirement after Algeria’s elimination

  03-07-2026 14:55 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez has announced his retirement from international football following his country’s exit from the FIFA World Cup.The North Africans were knocked out in the Round of 32 after suffering a 2-0 defeat to Switzerland on Thursday, bringing an end to Mahrez’s international career.Speaking after the match, the 35-year-old reflected on his journey with the national team.“There were good times and difficult times as well, of course. That’s part of a caree
  
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• World Cup 2026: England Will Struggle To Cope With Altitude Against Mexico –Mills

  03-07-2026 14:48 via completesports.com
  Former Manchester City defender Danny Mills expressed serious concerns about the altitude during England’s World Cup clash in Mexico, stating that England will not be prepared for that. Playing in Mexico City, which sits at an elevation of roughly 2,200 meters (7,300 feet), creates a significant environmental challenge for visiting teams. Read Also:World Cup 2026: [...]
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• Interest in Nigerian Football Is Growing Amid The Popularity Of Online Gambling Services

  03-07-2026 14:47 via completesports.com
  
  Lagos, 9 p.m. on a Saturday. The referee hasn’t blown the whistle yet, but there are already 47 messages in the group chat. One guy posted his accumulator slip. Another pointed out a late change to the team list. Half the group isn’t watching the match. They’re watching the odds. That’s $3a.63 billion by the [...]
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• Kano Pillars appoint Ogunmodede as technical adviser

  03-07-2026 14:46 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The management of Kano Pillars Football Club has appointed Daniel Ogunmodede as new Technical Adviser ahead of the 2026/2027 Nigeria Premier Football League season.According to a statement issued on Friday in Kano by the club’s Media Director, Isma’eel Tangalashi, the club appointed Ogunmodede, popularly known as “Ijaball,” to take charge of its technical affairs as preparations intensify for the new league season.It added that the appointment is part of ongoing restruct
  
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• Can Nigeria Sustain Chelle’s $100,000 Monthly Salary?

  03-07-2026 14:05 via completesports.com
  
  Big responsibility, bigger expectations! Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has reportedly been handed an expanded role, with a new contract that will also see him oversee the Nigeria U-23 Eagles. What does this dual appointment mean for Nigerian football, and can Chelle successfully manage both national teams? In this video, we break down the [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Lamine Yamal reacts to facing Ronaldo in Round of 16

  03-07-2026 13:57 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Spain winger Lamine Yamal has spoken ahead of his side’s FIFA World Cup Round of 16 clash against Portugal, saying it would be an honour to face Cristiano Ronaldo.Yamal made the remarks after helping Spain secure victory over Austria in the Round of 32 on Thursday, booking their place in the last 16.With Portugal edging Croatia 2-1 to set up a meeting with the Spaniards, the 18-year-old admitted he is looking forward to the challenge but insisted his priority remains helping Spain progres
  
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• World Cup 2026: Petkovic Urges Algeria To Take Positives From Switzerland Defeat

  03-07-2026 12:58 via completesports.com
  Vladimir Petkovic has urged Algeria to move on after their 2-0 defeat to Switzerland ended the Desert Foxes’ World Cup 2026 campaign in the Round of 32. Early goals in each half from Breel Embolo and Dan Ndoye powered Switzerland into the Round of 16 for the fourth consecutive World Cup. Switzerland will remain in [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Kane Can Be Compared To Messi –Gordon

  03-07-2026 12:50 via completesports.com
  England midfielder Anthony Gordon has praised teammate Harry Kane, comparing his phenomenal consistency and form to Lionel Messi. Following Kane’s match-winning brace against DR Congo in the FIFA World Cup 2026, Gordon stated that the striker is having an elite season that only Lionel Messi has ever beaten.  Read Also:World Cup 2026: Cape Verde Won’t [...]
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• Napoli appoint Allegri as Conte departs after title-winning spell

  03-07-2026 12:48 via thesun.ng
  
  Napoli have appointed Massimiliano Allegri as their new head coach following the departure of Antonio Conte, ending weeks of speculation over the Serie A champions’ managerial position.
  The Italian club confirmed the appointment on Friday, announcing that Allegri has signed a three-year contract that will keep him at the club until 2029.
  In a brief statement, Napoli said: “Napoli welcomes Massimiliano Allegri as manager of the first team.”
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• Klopp in ‘talks’ for Germany job after Nagelsmann exit – Federation

  03-07-2026 12:35 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Jurgen Klopp has told the German FA (DFB) he is “fundamentally willing” to take over as Germany coach after Julian Nagelsmann handed in his resignation, the DFB confirmed on Friday.Nagelsmann, who had a contract until 2028, stepped down from the job on Friday, just four days after Germany’s disappointing last-32 exit to Paraguay.In a statement, the DFB said discussions would begin with Klopp, the former Liverpool and Borussia Dortmund manager, while thanking Nagelsmann for his
  
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• Allegri replaces Conte as Napoli manager

  03-07-2026 11:59 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Massimiliano Allegri will replace Antonio Conte as Napoli manager, the Serie A club announced Friday.“Napoli welcomes Massimiliano Allegri as manager of the first team,” it said in a statement, adding that the 58-year-old had signed a three-year contract lasting until 2029.Allegri previously coached Juventus (2014-19, 2021-24) and AC Milan (2010-14, 2025-26). Milan sacked him after the team missed out on next season’s Champions League.Since the end of the season, nine of the 2
  
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• EXCLUSIVE: Club Brugge Step Up Chase For Tottenham’s Nigerian-Eligible Wonderkid Sowunmi

  03-07-2026 11:43 via completesports.com
  
  Belgian heavyweights Club Brugge are weighing up a summer move for Tottenham Hotspur youngster Elisha Sowunmi, with the highly-rated forward emerging as one of the club’s priority youth targets, Completesports.com can exclusively report. Sowunmi Emerges As Club Brugge’s Priority Youth Target Sources close to the negotiations have revealed that Club Brugge have maintained a long-standing [...]
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• World Cup: Everything to know about Argentina vs Cape Verde match

  03-07-2026 11:28 via thesun.ng
  
  In the sweltering Miami heat on July 3, 2026, defending world champions Argentina step onto the pitch at Hard Rock Stadium against the ultimate fairytale underdogs, Cape Verde.
  The Round of 32 clash pits Lionel Messi and a star-studded Albiceleste side, hungry for back-to-back World Cup glory — against the Blue Sharks, a tiny island nation of just over half a million people writing one of the most improbable stories in tournament history.
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• David v Goliath as Cape Verde face Messi’s Argentina at World Cup

  03-07-2026 10:36 via vanguardngr.com
  
  A classic David versus Goliath encounter will take centre stage at the World Cup on Friday as tiny Cape Verde face Lionel Messi and Argentina with a place in the last 16 at stake.Cape Verde, the smallest nation ever to reach the knockout rounds, face the defending champions in Miami dreaming of pulling off what would be the greatest upset in World Cup history.The Atlantic archipelago have become one of the fairytale stories of this year’s expanded 48-team tournament, confounding expectati
  
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• Switzerland beat Algeria 2-0 to move into World Cup last 16

  03-07-2026 10:14 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Switzerland moved into the last 16 of the World Cup with a controlled 2-0 win against Algeria on Thursday.The Swiss will face the winners of Friday’s tie between Colombia and Ghana.The effervescent Johan Manzambi created the first goal in Vancouver, surging down the left wing before crossing for Breel Embolo to tap in.Dan Ndoye slotted in the second within a minute of the restart after half-time, controlling Rafik Belghali’s weak clearance and shooting through a crowd of p
  
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• Portugal advance in World Cup thanks to last-gasp Ramos winner

  03-07-2026 09:50 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Substitute Goncalo Ramos’s headed goal edged Portugal into the last 16 of the World Cup on Thursday after Croatia were dramatically denied an equalizer by VAR.Ramos settled a classic World Cup game when he connected with a superb pass from Rafael Leao in the fourth minute of stoppage time to snuff out a Croatia team which had created the lion’s share of the chances in sapping heat in Toronto.Croatia thought they had snatched a goal in the dying seconds of extra time, but Josko
  
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• Commonwealth Games 2026: Tinubu Charges Team Nigeria To Chase Glory, Uphold Nigeria’s Honour In Glasgow

  03-07-2026 08:52 via completesports.com
  
  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday charged Team Nigeria to compete with honour, discipline and excellence as worthy ambassadors of Nigeria at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, reports Completesports.com. The President made the charge while addressing the Team Nigeria leadership during a presidential send-off ceremony at the Aso Rock Villa. Represented by his Chief [...]
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