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• World Cup: USA qualify for knockout stage with 2-0 win over Australia

  19-06-2026 23:18 via thesun.ng
  
  The United States became one of the first teams to book a place in the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating Australia 2-0 in their Group D encounter on Friday.
  The Americans made a strong start and broke the deadlock in the 11th minute when Australian defender Cameron Burgess inadvertently turned the ball into his own net while attempting to clear a dangerous cross.
  Mauricio Pochettino’s side continued to control the game and doubled their lead just before halftime thr
  
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• WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons To Open Camp In Morocco July 15

  06-07-2026 07:16 via completesports.com
  
  Reigning champions Nigeria’s Super Falcons will open their training camp in Mohammedia, Morocco, on Wednesday, July 15, as preparations intensify for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, Completesports.com reports. The Super Falcons are expected to spend one week in Mohammedia, using the period to fine-tune their preparations before relocating to Rabat, where they will [...]
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• World Cup: England edge Mexico 3-2 to set up Norway quarter final clash

  06-07-2026 07:12 via thesun.ng
  
  England booked their place in the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after edging hosts Mexico 3-2 in a pulsating Round of 16 encounter at the Azteca Stadium on Sunday night.
  Jude Bellingham struck twice in the space of two minutes before captain Harry Kane converted a second-half penalty as Thomas Tuchel’s side overcame the challenge of playing with 10 men for more than 35 minutes to seal one of their most memorable World Cup victories.
  The Three Lions took control in the 36th minu
  
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• Neymar Announces Retirement From International Football After Brazil’s World Cup Exit

  06-07-2026 06:10 via completesports.com
  
  Neymar has announced his retirement from international football following Brazil’s 2-1 loss to Norway in the round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Monday. The former Barcelona star made his final appearance for Brazil after coming on in the defeat to Norway, scoring a stoppage time penalty which was not enough to [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Ten-Man England Overcome Mexico In Five-Goal Thriller

  06-07-2026 05:36 via completesports.com
  
  England survived a raucous Azteca Stadium atmosphere and a red card early in the second half to prevail past co-hosts Mexico 3-2 in a thrilling World Cup round-of-16 clash in Mexico City on Sunday, ESPN reports. In a game that had almost everything — including an hourlong weather delay — the two teams, and the [...]
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• World Cup 2026: ₦20b down the drain!

  06-07-2026 05:08 via thesun.ng
  
  •How Nigeria’s costliest qualification campaign ended in failure
   
  By Joe Apu, Rasaq Oboiren, Romanus Ugwu and Bolaji Okunola
  When FIFA expanded the 2026 World Cup from 32 to 48 teams, it was supposed to be Nigeria’s route back to football’s biggest stage. Africa’s allocation increased from five to nine automatic places, giving traditional powerhouses like Nigeria a greater margin for error.
  Instead, the Super Eagles turned what should have been the easiest qual
  
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• Queiroz Resigns As Ghana Head Coach After World Cup Exit

  06-07-2026 00:37 via completesports.com
  
  Carlos Queiroz announced he was leaving his job as Ghana coach after the African side were eliminated from the World Cup at the last-32 stage. Ghana were beaten 1-0 by Colombia in Kansas City on Friday after only registering eight attempts on goal. The much-travelled Quieroz, who coached Iran at the last World Cup in [...]
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• Haaland’s Double Helps Norway Maintain Dominance Over Brazil, Seal First-Ever World Cup Quarterfinal Spot

  06-07-2026 00:21 via completesports.com
  
  Erling Haaland was the hero for Norway as his double strikes helped his side beat Brazil 2-1, in Sunday’s World Cup 2026 round of 16 clash. It is the first-time ever that Norway will reach the quarter-finals the FIFA World Cup. Also, Brazil have now failed to beat Norway in their meetings – losing three [...]
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• World Cup: Haaland double fires Norway past Brazil into quarter-finals

  06-07-2026 00:20 via thesun.ng
  
  Norway produced one of the biggest upsets of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating five-time champions Brazil 2-1 to reach the quarter-finals for the first time in the nation’s history.
  Erling Haaland was the hero for the Scandinavians, scoring twice in the closing minutes at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey to send Brazil crashing out of the tournament and book Norway’s place in the last eight.
  The first half ended goalless, but Brazil squandered a golden opportunity to take the lead
  
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• Haaland scores brace to dump Brazil out of World Cup

  06-07-2026 00:15 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Erling Haaland scored twice as Norway sealed a stunning 2-1 upset over Brazil on Sunday to reach the World Cup quarter-finals.Manchester City striker Haaland headed Norway into the lead on 79 minutes and then crashed in a second in the 90th minute at the MetLife Stadium to bury Brazil’s hopes of a sixth World Cup crown
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• World Cup 2026: Ronaldo Remains A Threat To Spain –Gavi

  05-07-2026 23:17 via completesports.com
  
  Spain midfielder Gavi has dismissed recent criticism of Cristiano Ronaldo ahead of their highly anticipated FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 clash against Portugal. Gavi defended the 41-year-old forward, asserting that the heavy scrutiny comes from outside fans, not his teammates. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Diaw Tenders Apology For Mistake Against Belgium Speaking with [...]
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• White House called FIFA’s Infantino to review Balogun’s red card – report

  05-07-2026 22:36 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The White House contacted FIFA President Gianni Infantino to request a review of Folarin Balogun’s red card during the FIFA World Cup, according to a person familiar with the matter.The report, first published by the Associated Press on Sunday, said the source spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorised to discuss the call publicly.According to the source, the White House reached out to FIFA seeking a review of the decision to send off the United States forward.
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• Ronaldo speaks on retirement from football

  05-07-2026 22:22 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Cristiano Ronaldo has insisted he will retire from international football on his own terms, dismissing persistent questions about the end of his career ahead of Portugal’s FIFA World Cup last-16 clash with Spain.The 41-year-old captain addressed reporters on Sunday before what is expected to be his final World Cup campaign, making it clear that no one else would decide when he walks away from the national team.While acknowledging that age has changed him, Ronaldo admitted: “I am not
  
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• Belgium FA ‘astonished’ at FIFA decision to suspend Balogun red card

  05-07-2026 21:45 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Belgium’s football association said Sunday it was “astonished” at FIFA’s decision to suspend USA forward Folarin Balogun’s red card, allowing him to play against Belgium in the World Cup last-16 game.“The Royal Belgian Football Association (RBFA) is astonished by FIFA’s decision to declare suspended United States player Folarin Balogun eligible to play in the USA-Belgium match on Monday,” it said in a statement.The RBFA added it was “investi
  
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• World Cup 2026: Trump Thanks FIFA For Suspending Balogun’s Red Card

  05-07-2026 20:49 via completesports.com
  
  President Donald Trump on Sunday thanked FIFA for suspending the red card issued to USA’s Folarin Balogun, which has paved the way for the former Arsenal striker to play in the World Cup round of 16 clash with Belgium. Balogun had been shown a straight red card in the U.S.’s round of 32 win (2-0) [...]
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• Cape Verde Return Home to Hero’s Welcome After Memorable World Cup Campaign

  05-07-2026 20:31 via completesports.com
  
  Thousands of jubilant supporters turned out to welcome Cape Verde’s Blue Sharks on Sunday, filling Praia International Airport with flags and banners as the team returned from an unforgettable FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign. The Blue Sharks, whose remarkable run ended with a narrow 3-2 extra-time defeat to defending champions Argentina in the Round of [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Balogun Available For Belgium Clash As Red Card Ban Suspended

  05-07-2026 20:22 via completesports.com
  
  Folarin Balogun is available to play for the United States in their World Cup last-16 tie against Belgium after his one-game ban was suspended by Fifa, BBC Sport reports. The 25-year-old striker was shown a straight red card for a foul on Bosnia-Herzegovina defender Tarik Muharemovic as the co-hosts won their last-32 tie 2-0. Fifa [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Diaw Tenders Apology For Mistake Against Belgium

  05-07-2026 19:54 via completesports.com
  
  Senegal goalkeeper Mory Diaw publicly apologized to fans following his costly error in the 89th minute, which allowed Belgium to equalize during their 3-2 Round of 32 defeat at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Diaw stepping in for injured starter Edouard Mendy rushed off his line but failed to intercept a cross, allowing Youri Tielemans [...]
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• Trump thanks FIFA for suspending USA’s Balogun’s World Cup red card

  05-07-2026 19:43 via vanguardngr.com
  
  President Donald Trump on Sunday thanked football’s world governing body for suspending the red card issued to USA’s Folarin Balogun, paving the way for the star striker to play in a last-16 showdown against Belgium in the World Cup.“Thank you to FIFA for doing what was right, and reversing a great injustice!” Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform, shortly after FIFA announced its decision to suspend the red card Balogun was given last week against Bosnia, which would
  
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• U-17 WWCQ: Benin Coach Azonsou Eyes Comeback After Narrow Defeat To Flamingos

  05-07-2026 19:38 via completesports.com
  Benin U-17 women’s head coach Idah Azonsou has praised her players for their spirited display despite Saturday’s 3-2 defeat to Nigeria’s Flamingos in the first leg of their 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup final qualifying round tie. Azonsou remains confident her side can overturn the deficit in the return leg, which is scheduled for [...]
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• USA’s Balogun free to play in next match after red card suspended

  05-07-2026 19:31 via vanguardngr.com
  
  USA forward Folarin Balogun is free to play in the World Cup last-16 game against Belgium after FIFA on Sunday suspended the red card he received in his previous game.Balogun was set to miss the match on Monday after being dismissed in the last-32 game against Bosnia-Herzegovina for stepping on the foot of an opposition player.
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• D’Tigers Outclass Rwanda In Final World Cup Qualifying Group Fixture

  05-07-2026 18:58 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria’s D’Tigers hammered Rwanda 106-62 in their final Group C fixture, at the FIBA Basketball 2027 World Cup African Qualifiers. The dominant win ensured D’Tigers ended the three-game window with a perfect record, having earlier defeated Tunisia and Guinea. Point guard Uche Iroegbu had an outstanding performance, finishing with 17 points and seven assists, while [...]
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• Wimbledon: Players Should Agree To Long-Term Annual Prize Money Increase –Nadal

  05-07-2026 18:25 via completesports.com
  
  Rafael Nadal has proposed a 10-year fixed agreement between players and Grand Slams to guarantee annual prize money increases. Speaking to CNBC, Nadal argued against a direct revenue percentage, stating current payouts have increased significantly over the last 15 years, and that tournament organizers deserve compensation for their year-round investments. Read Also:Commonwealth Games 2026: Team [...]
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• U-17 WWCQ: Busari Urges Flamingos To Improve Ahead Benin Return Leg

  05-07-2026 18:09 via completesports.com
  Flamingos head coach Akeem Busari has said it is important for his players to improve on their performance against Benin Republic in the second leg of their 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup final qualifying round fixture. Nigeria defeated the Young Amazons 3-2 in the first leg at the Remo Stars Sports Complex in Ikenne [...]
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• We must rid NFF of scavengers who have nothing to offer – Odegbami

  05-07-2026 18:07 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Tony UbaniFormer Nigeria international, Segun Odegbami, who has become the lone voice in the wilderness has launched scathing criticisms on Nigerian football authorities, following the Super Eagles’ failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.‎With the tournament continuing without Nigeria, Odegbami expressed frustration over what he described as an unacceptable situation for one of Africa’s biggest football nations.‎“The government must act,” he insists.He
  
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• Haaland, Gabriel renew rivalry as Norway face Brazil in World Cup last 16

  05-07-2026 17:28 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Enitan AbdultawabOne of football’s most intense individual rivalries is set to take center stage on the global stage as Norway take on Brazil in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16, with Erling Haaland and Gabriel expected to resume their long-running battle.The Manchester City striker and Arsenal defender have built a heated rivalry over the past two Premier League seasons, with a series of fiery on-field confrontations that have often overshadowed the matches themselves. Their latest meet
  
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• World Cup 2026: Neymar Will Start Against Norway –Brazil Coach

  05-07-2026 17:22 via completesports.com
  
  Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed that Neymar is fully fit and ready to play a full 90 minutes against Norway in their FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 16 clash. The Brazil boss has revealed that the Santos ace will appear alongside the Real Madrid star as the South Americans continue their World [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Paraguayan Players Were ‘Absolute Disgrace —Joe Hart

  05-07-2026 17:20 via completesports.com
  
  Joe Hart called the Paraguay players “an absolute disgrace” for how they played during their World Cup round of 16 defeat to France. Hart believes they pushed the boundaries too far with their conduct and were caught up in the emotion of the occasion. One moment that particularly irked the BBC pundit was when Gustavo [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Paraguay Players Were ‘Absolute Disgrace’ —Joe Hart

  05-07-2026 17:20 via completesports.com
  
  Former England and Manchester City goalkeeper, Joe Hart, called the Paraguay players “an absolute disgrace” for how they played during their World Cup round of 16 defeat to France. Hart believes they pushed the boundaries too far with their conduct and were caught up in the emotion of the occasion. One moment that particularly angered [...]
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• OFFICIAL: Real Madrid Sign Dutch Defender Dumfries Crom Inter Milan

  05-07-2026 17:08 via completesports.com
  
  Spanish La Liga giants Real Madrid have signed Netherlands full-back Denzel Dumfries from Inter Milan on a four-year deal. While the transfer fee has not been confirmed, Madrid have reportedly activated the 30-year-old’s release clause, which was €20 million. Madrid, in a statement, wrote on their website on Sunday:”Real Madrid C.F. and Inter Milan have [...]
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