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• World Cup: Everything to know about Côte d’Ivoire vs Norway match

  30-06-2026 09:21 via thesun.ng
  
  Côte d’Ivoire and Norway 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.
  The knockout encounter will take place at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, with the Elephants chasing a historic place in the last 16, while Norway hope to continue an impressive return to football’s biggest tournament after nearly three decades away.
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• I Won’t Resign As Germany Coach –Nagelsmann Speaks After World Cup 2026 Exit

  30-06-2026 11:55 via completesports.com
  
  Julian Nagelsmann has confirmed that he will not resign as Germany coach following their exit from the FIFA World Cup 2026. Germany suffered a shock elimination in the Round of 32 after a penalty shootout loss to Paraguay in Boston. Read Also:World Cup 2026: I Am Ready To Step Up My Game Against DR Congo [...]
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• They’ll Make Life Difficult For Us —Argentina Coach Warns Messi, Teammates Ahead Cape Verde Clash

  30-06-2026 10:52 via completesports.com
  
  Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni has warned his Lionel Messi-led stars not to underestimate round of 32 opponent Cape Verde. The reigning world champions will face the Cape Verde who became the smallest country by population to ever make the knockout stage of a men’s World Cup. Making their World Cup debut, Cape Verde was [...]
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• World Cup: Cristiano Ronaldo hurting Portugal – Forlan

  30-06-2026 10:27 via thesun.ng
  
  The 2010 World Cup Golden Ball winner, Diego Forlan has suggested that Cristiano Ronaldo’s presence in Portugal could be hurting the team in the ongoing tournament.
  Portugal face 2018 finalists Croatia in the Round of 32 at Toronto Stadium on Friday after a lacklustre performance that saw them finishing as Group K runners-up behind Colombia.
  Ronaldo grabbed a brace in the 5-O demolition of bottom-placed Uzbekistan either side of quiet outings against DR Congo and Colombia.
  The 41-year-old
  
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• Done Deal: Nigerian Striker Completes Move To Bulgarian Club Botev Plovdiv

  30-06-2026 10:18 via completesports.com
  
  Bulgarian First League club Botev Plovdiv have announced the signing of Nigerian striker Chidera Michael Okoh from Greek side Asteras Aktor ahead of the 2026/27 season. The Yellow and Blacks confirmed the transfer on their official website, with the 23-year-old becoming the club’s latest addition as they continue preparations for the new campaign. Okoh joins [...]
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• Gusau Earns CAF Chieftain’s Praise Over NFF’s Landmark Legacy Project

  30-06-2026 10:02 via completesports.com
  
  Acting General Secretary of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Samson Adamu, on Monday heaped plaudits on the leadership of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), led by Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau MON, following his inspection of the ongoing NFF-FIFA Players’ Hostel and new training pitches at Package B of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Ibrahimovic Blames Koeman For Netherlands Defeat To Morocco

  30-06-2026 09:43 via completesports.com
  
  Zlatan Ibrahimovic has slammed Ronald Koeman for abandoning the Netherlands’ ‘identity’ in their World Cup defeat to Morocco. The Netherlands were beaten on penalties in the round of 32 in Monterrey on Monday night. Despite taking a second half lead through Cody Gakpo, the three-time finalists could not hold on to secure victory. Instead, Issa [...]
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• World Cup: Everything to know about France vs Sweden match

  30-06-2026 09:29 via thesun.ng
  
  France and Sweden face off in one of the standout fixtures of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32, with a place in the last 16 at stake.
  France enter the contest as one of the tournament favourites after a flawless group-stage campaign, while Sweden will be aiming to produce one of the biggest upsets of the knockout rounds.
  Match details
  Date: Tuesday, June 30, 2026Venue: New York New Jersey Stadium (MetLife Stadium), East Rutherford, New JerseyKick-off: 10:00 p.m. Nigerian time.
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• World Cup: How Cote d’Ivoire can beat Norway

  30-06-2026 09:12 via thesun.ng
  
  Cote d’Ivoire vs Norway at Dallas Stadium later Tuesday looks set to be one of the most intriguing Round of 32 ties at the 2026 World Cup.
  The Elephants finished second in Group E with wins over Ecuador and Curacao despite a loss to Germany, and Norway qualified in similar fashion from Group I with wins over Senegal and Iraq despite a 4-1 thrashing by France, having rested several key players including Erling Haaland, Martin Odegaard, Antonio Nusa and Julian Ryerson.
  Norway returned to the
  
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• World Cup 2026: Why I Benched Neymar Against Japan –Brazil Coach

  30-06-2026 08:42 via completesports.com
  
  Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti has disclosed that he benched Neymar from the 2-1 FIFA World Cup 2026 win over Japan as a tactical precaution. Speaking to host broadcasters after the game, Ancelotti said he had intended to bring Neymar on in the second half but chose to preserve him because the scores were level. Read [...]
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• World Cup 2026: I Am Ready To Step Up My Game Against DR Congo –Madueke

  30-06-2026 08:03 via completesports.com
  
  England winger Noni Madueke has expressed his readiness to step up his game against the Democratic Republic of Congo in the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stages. Speaking from the Three Lions’ training base in Kansas City ahead of their knockout clash against DR Congo, the Arsenal winger asserted his belief that top players must [...]
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• World Cup 2026:Mazraoui Talks Up Morocco’s ‘Difficult’ Win Over Netherlands

  30-06-2026 08:00 via completesports.com
  
  World Cup 2026:Mazraoui Talks Up Morocco’s ‘Difficult’ Win Over Netherlands Morocco defender Noussair Mazraoui hailed the team’s hard-earned victory over Netherlands, Completesports.com reports. The Atlas Lions defeated Netherlands in a highly dramatic penalty shootout at Monterrey Stadium. Cody Gakpo opened the scoring for Netherlands 18 minutes from time with Crysencio Summerville providing the assist. The [...]
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• World Cup 2026: We Deserved To Be Eliminated —Germany Captain Kimmich On Shock Defeat To Paraguay

  30-06-2026 07:59 via completesports.com
  
  Germany captain Joshua Kimmich has admitted his side deserved to be eliminated by Paraguay in the round of 32. Paraguay produced one of the greatest shocks in recent World Cup history by inflicting a first penalty shootout defeat at the tournament on four-time champions Germany. After 90 minutes and regulation time ended 1-1, Germany who [...]
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• Morocco down Netherlands to reach World Cup last 16

  30-06-2026 07:21 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Morocco defeated the Netherlands in a penalty shoot-out to advance to the last 16 of the World Cup on Monday after a thrilling battle in Monterrey finished 1-1 after extra-time.Morocco goalkeeper Yassine Bounou made the crucial save to block the Netherlands’ fifth penalty from Crysencio Summerville before striker Ismael Saibari stepped up to blast home the winning spot-kick that sealed a 3-2 shootout win.The victory sends Morocco into a last 16 clash with Canada in Houston on Saturday.An
  
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• Amusan dismisses season pressure after Paris triumph

  30-06-2026 07:18 via thesun.ng
  
  World record holder Tobi Amusan has dismissed suggestions that she is under pressure to maintain her impressive form after securing victory at the Paris Diamond League on Sunday.
  The Nigerian sprint hurdler won the women’s 100m hurdles in a season’s best-equalling time of 12.28 seconds, finishing ahead of Americans Grace Stark, who clocked 12.38 seconds, and Alaysha Johnson, who crossed the line in 12.39 seconds.
  The victory marked another impressive outing for the 29-year-old, who h
  
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• World Cup: Morocco edge Netherlands on penalties to reach last 16

  30-06-2026 06:07 via thesun.ng
  
  Morocco booked their place in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating the Netherlands 3-2 on penalties following a dramatic 1-1 draw after extra time in their Round of 32 clash at Estadio Monterrey on Tuesday.
  The Atlas Lions completed a remarkable comeback after trailing late in normal time, with goalkeeper Yassine Bounou once again emerging as the hero in the penalty shootout to send Morocco through to a last-16 meeting with Canada.
  After a goalless first half, the Netherlan
  
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• World Cup: Paraguay shock Germany on penalties to reach last 16

  30-06-2026 03:24 via thesun.ng
  
  Paraguay produced one of the biggest upsets of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after eliminating four-time champions Germany 4-3 on penalties following a 1-1 draw after extra time in their Round of 32 clash at Boston Stadium on Monday.
  The South Americans held their nerve in the tournament’s first penalty shootout after defender José Canale converted the decisive spot-kick to send Paraguay into the last 16, where they will face either France national football team or Sweden national footbal
  
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• Brazil stuns Japan, reaches Round of 16

  30-06-2026 02:58 via thesun.ng
  
  Brazil is through to the Round of 16 after a last-minute goal broke Japanese hearts in Houston.
  The shock of the match came in the 29th minute when Kaishu Sano opened the scoring for Japan, sending a shot from outside the box. The low strike skirted past a diving Alisson, placed perfectly in the bottom left corner just inside the post.
  It was the first goal that Brazil had allowed since Morocco scored first against the Seleção in the opening group match of the tournament.
  The Japan
  
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• Moises Caicedo named as Ecuador’s new captain

  30-06-2026 02:57 via thesun.ng
  
  Moises Caicedo is now Ecuador’s official captain as they prepare to face Mexico at the World Cup.
  Ecuador became only the second side in the 21st century to be goalless in their opening two group matches but still reach the knockout stages, matching Greece’s achievement in 2014.
  However, after a stunning win over Germany, Ecuador made history as they advanced beyond the group stage for the second time in what is an incredible achievement.
  The South American nation have only featured
  
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• Saka struggling at the World Cup, says Wright, Neville

  30-06-2026 02:51 via thesun.ng
  
  Ian Wright and Gary Neville have not held back as they believe Bukayo Saka is struggling at the World Cup.
  England boss did note that his side “desperately” needed Saka ahead of the Panama clash in which the Three Lions won 2-0 thanks to goals from Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham.
  The Arsenal winger has been managing a persistent Achilles problem, meaning his minutes and impact have been limited under Tuchel at the World Cup so far.
  However, he has still featured in all three of Engla
  
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• Why Canada Captain dedicated match-winning goal to Sanusi

  30-06-2026 02:22 via thesun.ng
  
  Canada captain Stephen Eustaquio revealed that his dramatic stoppage-time winner against South Africa was dedicated to his FC Porto teammate, Zaidu Sanusi, BSNSports.com.ng reports.
  Eustaquio scored the decisive goal as co-hosts Canada secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory on Sunday to become the first nation to qualify for the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
  Speaking after the match, Eustaquio explained the emotional significance behind his goal celebration after being asked why he shouted
  
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• Ugarte gives worrying update on injury

  30-06-2026 02:20 via thesun.ng
  
  Manchester United midfielder Manuel Ugarte says he hit “rock bottom” after his World Cup was ended by a horrific knee injury.
  The Uruguayan, 25, is set to be out of action for the rest of the year with an anterior cruciate ligament problem.
  Ugarte was spotted fighting back tears as he was stretchered off during his country’s group stage defeat to Spain last week.
  And the former Paris Saint-Germain man has released a worrying statement on social media, conceding he is facing a l
  
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• Chelle vows to keep watch on Super Eagles players

  30-06-2026 02:18 via thesun.ng
  
  Eric Chelle has underlined his commitment to keeping a close eye on Nigeria national team players by revealing that he regularly attends matches to monitor their performances and show his support.
  The Malian tactician was among the 61,783 spectators at the Orange Vélodrome on February 3 as Marseille thrashed Rennes 3-0 in the Coupe de France.
  However, Marseille’s winter signing Tochukwu Nnadi was not included in the matchday squad, as the fixture came too soon for the midfielder fol
  
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• Man City appoints Maresca as new manager

  30-06-2026 02:16 via thesun.ng
  
  Manchester City have appointed Enzo Maresca as their new manager.
  Maresca has signed a three-year contract to succeed Pep Guardiola at the Etihad Stadium, and City will pay Chelsea more than £17m (€20m) in compensation as part of the deal, according to Sky in Italy.
  The 46-year-old previously served as Guardiola’s assistant during Man City’s treble-winning season in 2023, having also led the club’s Elite Development Squad to the Premier League 2 title in his single s
  
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• FIBA World Cup Qualifiers: D’Tigers recalls Eric in 12-man squad as Fizdale begins new era

  30-06-2026 02:15 via thesun.ng
  
  By Joe Apu
  The Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) has announced a 12-man D’Tigers squad for the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 African Qualifiers (Window 3), with newly appointed head coach David Fizdale set to make his competitive debut in charge of the national team.
  The qualifiers will take place in Luanda, Angola, from July 2 to 5, with Nigeria aiming to strengthen its bid for a place at the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup.
  Fizdale, who brings decades of NBA coaching experience, will
  
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• CAF Ag. Secretary General lauds NFF’s legacy projects

  30-06-2026 02:13 via thesun.ng
  
  Acting Secretary General of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Samson Adamu, has commended the leadership of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) under President Ibrahim Musa Gusau for its ambitious infrastructure projects, describing them as a lasting legacy for Nigerian football.
  Adamu made the remarks on Monday after inspecting the ongoing NFF-FIFA Players’ Hostel and new training pitches under construction at Package B of the MKO Abiola National Stadium in Abuja.
  The CAF off
  
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• Davnotch announces prize money increase for annual tourney

  30-06-2026 02:12 via thesun.ng
  
  Nigeria’s tennis players have been over the moon in response to Davnotch’s increased prize money of its sponsored annual national open tennis championship.
  Davnotch’s Managing Director Emmanuel Ochei, unwrapped the package at the just concluded sixth stanza of the annual Davnotch Tourney held at the DayoAkindojuCenter Court Tennis Arena of the Moshood Abiola national Stadium, Abuja.
  He noted that the offer, effective next edition, will have the men’s champion carting home
  
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• Golf: Otu dedicates June Monthly Mug triumph to Udo

  30-06-2026 02:11 via thesun.ng
  
  By Akanimo Kufre, Uyo
  Otu Ekanem emerged winner of the June Monthly Mug competition at the Ibom Golf and Country Club, Uyo, and dedicated his latest triumph to the tournament’s sponsor, Mr. Sediongde Udo, following Saturday’s event.
  An elated Ekanem praised Udo’s generosity in sponsoring the competition despite being absent from the event.
  “I’m excited to return to winning ways in the Monthly Mug competition. I want to dedicate this victory to Mr. Sediongde Udo for
  
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• Fortune FA reigns supreme in Epic JOF U-13 Cup final

  30-06-2026 02:05 via thesun.ng
  
  Fortune Football Academy of Oshodi are the new champions of the 7th edition of the JOF U-13 Cup Football Tournament after defeating FC VI-Foot Football Academy of Ijora 3-1 on penalties in a gripping final played at the University of Lagos Sports Centre on Sunday.
  A heavy downpour that left the pitch waterlogged did little to dampen the enthusiasm or determination of the young footballers, who thrilled spectators and an array of distinguished guests with their skill, resilience and passion. Afte
  
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• Paraguay beat Germany on penalties to reach World Cup last 16

  30-06-2026 01:35 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Paraguay stunned Germany in a penalty shootout on Monday to reach the last 16 of the World Cup.The South Americans won 4-3 on spot kicks after the match finished 1-1 in extra-time to inflict Germany’s first ever defeat in a penalty shootout in a World Cup.
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