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• Courtois: My Relationship With Mourinho Has Always Been Good

  13-06-2026 23:17 via completesports.com
  
  Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has disclosed that he is anticipating his reunion with José Mourinho, who was recently appointed as Los Blancos manager. Despite admitting to having had occasional clashes with Mourinho during their time together at Chelsea, Courtois praised the Portuguese manager’s directness and bravery, stating that their shared honest characters mean they [...]
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• Timber determined to ‘grow as a person and player’ during injury recovery

  13-06-2026 22:33 via soccernews.com
  Jurrien Timber is determined to "grow as a player" and come back stronger from his latest injury setback.
  Timber suffered a groin injury in April that ruled him out for the end of Arsenal's Premier League-winning season.
  He did return for the Champions League final, which they lost to Paris Saint-Germain, coming on in the 66th minute.
  He was then named in Netherlands' squad for the World Cup but had to withdraw as he could not recover in time for the start of their campaign.
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• Endrick aims to follow Ronaldo’s example at Real Madrid

  13-06-2026 22:33 via soccernews.com
  Endrick believes it is "the law of football" that things will be tough in his career, but the teenager is determined to overcome adversity like his idol, Cristiano Ronaldo.
  After struggling for minutes under Xabi Alonso at Real Madrid earlier in the season, Endrick moved to Lyon on loan for the second half of the 2025-26 campaign.
  The 19-year-old scored eight goals and provided eight assists in 21 games for Lyon across all competitions, helping them finish fourth in the league.
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• Amorim Emerges As Leading Contender For Coaching Job Of Former UCL Title Winners

  13-06-2026 22:01 via completesports.com
  
  Former Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim has emerged as a leading contender for the AC Milan manager’s job, BBC Sport reports. The Portuguese has been out of work since being sacked by United in January after a torrid 14 months in charge. Sources close to the former Sporting boss had previously distanced the 41-year-old [...]
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• Amorim Emerges As Leading Contender For AC Milan Coaching Job

  13-06-2026 22:01 via completesports.com
  
  Former Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim has emerged as a leading contender for the AC Milan manager’s job, BBC Sport reports. The Portuguese has been out of work since being sacked by United in January after a torrid 14 months in charge. Sources close to the former Sporting boss had previously distanced the 41-year-old [...]
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• Aribo Linked With Rangers Return

  13-06-2026 21:15 via completesports.com
  
  Joe Aribo has been linked with a sensational return to Scottish Premiership giants Rangers following his departure from Southampton, Completesports.com reports. The Nigeria international recently became a free agent after his contract with Southampton expired, bringing an end to his four-year stay at St Mary’s. Aribo joined the Saints from Rangers in a £10 million [...]
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• Buruk Optimistic Over Osimhen’s Galatasaray Future

  13-06-2026 20:39 via completesports.com
  
  Galatasaray manager Okan Buruk has addressed growing speculation surrounding the future of star striker Victor Osimhen, Completesports.com reports. The Nigeria international has been linked with a move away from the Turkish Super Lig champions. Osimhen has attracted interest from several of Europe’s biggest clubs, including Barcelona, Real Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain, Bayern Munich, Manchester United, Atletico [...]
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• Yaya Toure lands first managerial job at Slovan Bratislava

  13-06-2026 20:33 via soccernews.com
  Yaya Toure has landed his first managerial role, taking over Slovakian champions Slovan Bratislava.
  Toure was most recently Saudi Arabia's assistant coach, where he started in November 2023 under his former Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini.
  The former midfielder's playing career spanned 18 years, but having taken up assistant coaching positions since his retirement in 2019, he is now stepping into the dugout after signing a three-year contract.
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• 2026 W/Cup: Ghana Government To Pursue Legal Action After Partey Denied Entry To Canada

  13-06-2026 20:15 via completesports.com
  
  The government of Ghana says it intends to pursue legal action before Canada’s federal court against the “extremely unfair” decision to deny Thomas Partey entry to the country, The Athletic reports. Ghana are set to play their opening World Cup game at Toronto’s BMO Field against Panama on Wednesday, June 17. The Athletic exclusively revealed [...]
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• Rooney: Man United Must Re-sign McTominay

  13-06-2026 19:42 via completesports.com
  
  Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has advised the Red Devils to re-sign Napoli midfielder Scott McTominay. Speaking on The Wayne Rooney Show, the club’s all-time leading goalscorer expressed disbelief and shock that the Red Devils ever let the academy graduate leave in 2024. Read Also:Man United Preparing To Make Opening Offer For West Ham Midfielder He praised McTominay’s [...]
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• Rooney would love to see McTominay back at Man Utd

  13-06-2026 19:34 via soccernews.com
  Wayne Rooney would love to see Scott McTominay return to Manchester United after being left bemused by their decision to let the Scotsman go.
  After progressing through the academy and breaking into the United first team in 2017-18, McTominay made the switch to Napoli for a reported €30.5m (£26.3m) in 2024.
  And the midfielder wasted little to no time in making an impact in Naples, winning the Serie A MVP award as he helped Napoli win the Scudetto in his first season.
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• Courtois relishing Mourinho reunion at Real Madrid

  13-06-2026 18:34 via soccernews.com
  Thibaut Courtois is relishing a reunion with Jose Mourinho at Real Madrid.
  Mourinho was confirmed as Madrid's new coach earlier this week, replacing Alvaro Arbeloa.
  The 63-year-old previously coached Madrid between 2010 and 2013, leading Los Blancos to one LaLiga title and forming a fierce rivalry with Pep Guardiola's Barcelona.
  Courtois played under Mourinho at Chelsea, and the Belgian is looking forward to doing so again.
  "We had our occasional run-ins, too, of course," Courtois told repo
  
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• Dybala fuels transfer rumours amid doubt over Roma renewal

  13-06-2026 17:34 via soccernews.com
  Paulo Dybala has fuelled rumours of a possible exit from Roma this summer as his contract with the club is set to expire.
  The 32-year-old's current deal runs out at the end of this month, and despite rumours of a renewal getting close, nothing has been signed yet by either party.
  Dybala joined Roma as a free agent from Juventus ahead of the 2022/23 season, helping the club reach the Europa League final in his first season.
  Since his arrival at Roma, Dybala has scored 45 goals and provided 28 ass
  
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• ‘Somebody doesn’t like me’, claims Pirlo

  13-06-2026 16:33 via soccernews.com
  Andrea Pirlo feels he has been harshly treated following his spells in charge of Juventus and Sampdoria.
  Pirlo is now the coach of United FC, who play in the second tier in the UAE.
  The Italy legend was in charge of Juve during the 2020-21 season, and guided the Bianconeri to a fourth-place finish and Champions League qualification, while winning the Supercoppa Italiana and the Coppa Italia.
  He nevertheless left Juve at the end of that season, and after a year in Turkiye, he returned to Italy to
  
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• Neuer return has strengthened Germany, says Undav

  13-06-2026 16:33 via soccernews.com
  Deniz Undav believes Manuel Neuer has already made a strong impact on the Germany squad ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
  Germany begin their campaign on Sunday as they face Group E opponents Curacao, with Neuer set to start in goal for Julian Nagelsmann's side.
  Neuer initially retired from international football two years ago, but made a surprise return to the squad to displace Oliver Baumann.
  The Bayern Munich goalkeeper helped Germany win the World Cup in 2014, winning the Golden Glove award in Br
  
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• NPFL: Ilechukwu Pens New One-Year Contract With Rangers

  13-06-2026 16:31 via completesports.com
  
  Fidelis Ilechukwu has put an end to speculation over his future after signing a new one-year contract with Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, champions Rangers International, Completesports.com reports. Ilechukwu’s contract extension is expected to provide continuity and stability for the Flying Antelopes as they gear up to defend their NPFL title and compete in the [...]
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• 2026 World Cup: Decomposing Body Found Outside Iran’s Training Camp In Tijuana

  13-06-2026 16:29 via completesports.com
  
  Mexican authorities in Tijuana has discovered a severely decomposed body wrapped in a bag in the trunk of an abandoned vehicle. The car was parked in a supermarket lot directly across from Estadio Caliente, where the Iranian national football team holds their 2026 World Cup training sessions. Read Also:2026 World Cup: Watkins Must Be Ruthless [...]
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• Man United Preparing To Make Opening Offer For West Ham Midfielder

  13-06-2026 15:17 via completesports.com
  
  Manchester United are preparing an opening offer worth around £65M for West Ham United midfielder Mateus Fernandes, Sky Sports reports. Michael Carrick has turned his attention to the 21-year-old as the latest piece in the club’s midfield rebuild. Manchester United have cooled interest in Elliot Anderson, with Nottingham Forest demanding a British record fee for [...]
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• NWFL Playoff: Championship Race Set For Dramatic Final-Day Finish

  13-06-2026 14:49 via completesports.com
  
  The 2025/26 Nigeria Women Football League, NWFL, Super Six Playoffs will reach a thrilling conclusion on Sunday, with defending champions Bayelsa Queens, Edo Queens, and Nasarawa Amazons all still in contention for the title. Edo Queens currently lead the standings with nine points, while Bayelsa Queens and Nasarawa Amazons trail closely behind on seven points [...]
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• EXCLUSIVE: Super Eagles’ Failure Still Hurts; I’m Ashamed Watching 2026 FIFA World Cup — Ikhana

  13-06-2026 13:44 via completesports.com
  
  Former Nigeria international and coach, Kadiri Ikhana, says he feels ashamed watching the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup finals in Mexico, the United States and Canada while the Super Eagles remain absent from football’s biggest stage, Completesports.com reports. The 74-year-old CAF Coach of the Year (2003) lamented Nigeria’s failure to qualify for a second consecutive [...]
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• 2026 World Cup: It’s A Dream Come True –Balogun Reacts After Scoring Two Goals Vs Paraguay

  13-06-2026 13:34 via completesports.com
  
  USA striker Folarin Balogun has disclosed that his brilliant brace in their 4-1 opening match victory against Paraguay at the 2026 World Cup was a real dream. Balogun scored a sensational first-half brace, leading the USMNT to a dominant victory over Paraguay in their Group D opener. Read Also:2026 World Cup: Watkins Must Be Ruthless [...]
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• 2026 World Cup: It’s A Dream Come True –Balogun Reacts After Netting Brace For USA Against Paraguay

  13-06-2026 13:34 via completesports.com
  
  USA striker Folarin Balogun has disclosed that his brilliant brace in their 4-1 opening match victory against Paraguay at the 2026 World Cup was a real dream. Balogun scored a sensational first-half brace, leading the USMNT to a dominant victory over Paraguay in their Group D opener. Read Also:2026 World Cup: Watkins Must Be Ruthless [...]
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• 2026 World Cup: Watkins Must Be Ruthless On The Pitch For England –Owen

  13-06-2026 13:02 via completesports.com
  
  Liverpool legend Michael Owen has advised Ollie Watkins to shed his overly nice attitude on the pitch and play with a ruthless, aggressive edge for England at the 2026 World Cup. In a chat with Daily Mail, Owen stressed that Watkins is at his absolute best when he plays aggressively, making him a true nightmare [...]
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• 2026 World Cup: Morocco Ready For Brazil Test — Hakimi

  13-06-2026 12:52 via completesports.com
  
  Achraf Hakimi has declared Morocco ready for their Group C clash against Brazil, Competesports.com reports. The Atlas Lions will begin their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with a daunting encounter against Carlo Ancelotti’s Brazil on Saturday night. Hakimi, who helped Paris Saint-Germain win the UEFA Champions League title last month, is eagerly anticipating the blockbuster [...]
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• 2026 World Cup: Brazil Star Forward Ruled Out Of Morocco Clash

  13-06-2026 11:26 via completesports.com
  
  Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed Neymar will miss Brazil’s opening game of the World Cup against Morocco on Saturday. The 34-year-old has been struggling with a calf injury and is yet to return to full training. Manager Ancelotti says the former Barcelona and Paris St-Germain forward will start training with the squad next week, making his [...]
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• Aribo Ends Four-Year Stay At Southampton

  13-06-2026 09:58 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria international Joe Aribo has departed Sky Bet Championship side Southampton following the expiration of his contract. Aribo spent four years at St Mary’s Stadium after joining the Saints from Scottish Premiership club Rangers in 2022. The 29-year-old midfielder spent the second half of last season on loan at Leicester City, where he made six [...]
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• Joshua, Fury Are Both Old Fighters —Former Heavyweight Champion

  13-06-2026 08:24 via completesports.com
  
  Former two-time heavyweight champion Hasim Rahman has described Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury as old fighters. The two Brits are expected to square off later this year, yet they must first come through their respective warm-up fights. Fury has already made his comeback by unanimously outpointing Arslanbek Makhmudov in April, but ‘The Gypsy King’ now [...]
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• Ex-Chelsea Star Appointed Assistant Manager At Premier League Club

  13-06-2026 08:02 via completesports.com
  
  Brentford have announced the arrival of ex-Chelsea and Republic of Ireland winger Damien Duff as assistant manager, talkSPORT reports. Duff, who has been away from football since leaving his role as Shelbourne manager last year, will link up with Brentford boss and fellow Irishman Keith Andrews at the Premier League club. The pair will be [...]
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• Onyeka Set To Join Bundesliga Club On Loan

  13-06-2026 08:01 via completesports.com
  
  Francis Onyeka is set to join newly promoted Bundesliga club SV Elversberg on loan ahead of the 2026/27 season. According to transfer expert, Florian Plettenberg, talks between his club Bayer Leverkusen, and SV Elversberg are at an advanced stage. Onyeka On The Move Again “Francis Onyeka is on the verge of joining SV Elversberg. The [...]
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• 2026 W/Cup: England Have Training Equipment Stolen

  13-06-2026 07:43 via completesports.com
  
  England were victims of a theft of their training equipment before their arrival in Kansas City on Saturday. The Football Association is trying to ascertain what was stolen, with balls and boots among the items feared to have been taken, after vehicles transferring equipment to their Swope Soccer Village base in Kansas City were broken [...]
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• 2026 World Cup: We’re Very Confident –Ouahbi Speaks Ahead Morocco Vs Brazil

  13-06-2026 07:28 via completesports.com
  
  Morocco head coach Mohamed Ouahbi has expressed deep confidence and a fearless attitude ahead of their highly anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup Group C opener against Brazil in New Jersey. Ouahbi made it clear that while they highly respect the record five-time World Cup champions, the Atlas Lions are no longer underdogs. Despite missing key [...]
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• 2026 World Cup Is Incomplete Without Osimhen –Benitez

  13-06-2026 07:18 via completesports.com
  
  Renowned football manager Rafa Benítez has disclosed that the 2026 World Cup is incomplete without Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen. Recall that Nigeria suffered several setbacks during the group stages and final qualifying rounds of the 2026 World Cup, dropping points in crucial fixtures. Read Also:Senegal Can Reach Semi-Finals Of 2026 World Cup –Giresse Eagles [...]
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