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• Brighton complete £20m move for Struijk

  30-06-2026 23:33 via soccernews.com
  Brighton have completed the signing of defender Pascal Struijk, who has joined from Leeds United.
  Struijk has signed a five-year deal at Brighton, who have reportedly paid £20m to secure the centre-back.
  The 26-year-old joined Leeds from Ajax in 2018 and made 196 appearances for the club across all competitions.
  Struijk made 34 appearances in the Premier League last term, as Leeds secured an impressive 14th-place finish in their first season back in the big time since 2022-23.
  However, wit
  
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• Rooney: I Would Love Kane To Join Manchester United

  30-06-2026 23:32 via completesports.com
  Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has advised Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane to reject reported interest from Barcelona and return to the Premier League to join the Red Devils. The Tottenham Hotspur legend is enjoying a remarkable season, in which he has scored 70 goals in all competitions for club and country. Read Also:EXCLUSIVE: What [...]
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• Lenglet leaves Atletico for Benfica

  30-06-2026 22:33 via soccernews.com
  Clement Lenglet has left Atletico Madrid for Benfica, joining on loan for his first season before his contract becomes permanent.
  Lenglet's Atletico contract was due to run out in 2028, but he has now made the switch to Benfica on a three-year deal.
  Benfica will reportedly not pay a transfer fee for the defender upon the completion of the initial loan spell.
  He made 60 appearances in total for Atletico, helping them reach the Copa del Rey final in 2025-26, though they missed out on the trophy to
  
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• World Cup 2026: Haaland Bags Late Winner As Norway Beat Côte d’Ivoire, Set Up Brazil Clash

  30-06-2026 21:37 via completesports.com
  
  Erling Haaland’s late goal was enough to see Norway through to the Round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup 2026, eliminating the Côte d’Ivoire in a thrilling 2-1 match at Dallas Stadium, CNN reports. The goal took Haaland’s tally in the tournament to five goals, just one short of Argentina captain Lionel Messi. Following [...]
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• Lampard signs new three-year deal with Coventry

  30-06-2026 21:33 via soccernews.com
  Frank Lampard has committed his future to Coventry City, signing a new contract through to 2029.
  Lampard's previous deal had been due to run out at the end of the upcoming season, and he had been the subject of interest from other clubs, including Fulham.
  However, having guided Coventry back to the Premier League by winning the Championship in 2025-26, he will be staying with the Sky Blues.
  Lampard joined Coventry in November 2024 and finished in the play-offs in his first season, losing to Sund
  
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• NNL: Lobi Stars Name Nikyu New Technical Adviser

  30-06-2026 21:31 via completesports.com
  
  Lobi Stars have appointed experienced coach Bala Nikyu as their new technical adviser ahead of the 2026/27 Nigeria National League, NNL, season. Nikyu has been handed the responsibility of leading the Makurdi-based club back to the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, after they narrowly missed out on promotion last season. The veteran tactician boasts a [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Senegal Will Be Tough Challenge For Belgium –Lukaku

  30-06-2026 20:50 via completesports.com
  Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku has warned his teammates to expect a 50/50 clash against Senegal in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32, praising the African side’s physical strength and technical quality. He emphasized that the Lions of Teranga are a top nation and represent one of the toughest challenges Belgium will face. Read [...]
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• Atalanta Reject Brighton Bid For Ahanor

  30-06-2026 20:02 via completesports.com
  
  Brighton & Hove Albion have had their opening bid for highly rated Italian defender Honest Ahanor rejected by Atalanta, as the Serie A club remain determined to keep hold of one of their brightest young talents. According to reports, the Premier League club tabled an offer worth around €34 million (£30 million) for the 18-year-old, [...]
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• Milan break club transfer record to sign Ramos from PSG

  30-06-2026 19:34 via soccernews.com
  AC Milan have announced the signing of Goncalo Ramos on a five-year deal from Paris Saint-Germain.
  According to Italian media, the deal is worth €80m including add-ons – a club record fee.
  The striker has become Ruben Amorim's first signing at the Rossoneri.
  Ramos, who is currently at the World Cup with Portugal, spent three seasons at PSG, joining on loan from Benfica in 2023-24 before making the move permanent at the end of that season.
  He made 131 appearances in all competitions, n
  
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• Kinksy pens new deal as Tottenham reportedly strike £85m Fernandes deal

  30-06-2026 19:34 via soccernews.com
  Tottenham goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky has penned a new deal with Spurs, who have supposedly struck an £85m deal to sign Mateus Fernandes.
  Kinsky established himself as Spurs' first-choice goalkeeper under Roberto De Zerbi last season.
  The 23-year-old looked to have lost all confidence when he had a shocker against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League, making numerous errors before being subbed off by Igor Tudor after 17 minutes.
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• Fati makes Monaco move permanent from Barcelona

  30-06-2026 19:34 via soccernews.com
  Ansu Fati has made the permanent move to Monaco after a successful loan spell last season.
  Fati joined Monaco from Barcelona in 2025-26 and went on to score 12 goals in 30 appearances across all competitions.
  And he has now put pen to paper on a four-year deal, with the Ligue 1 side reportedly paying €11m.
  Fati brings an end to his 15-year stay at Barcelona, having joined their academy in 2011 and making his senior debut at 16 when he was tipped as the heir to Lionel Messi.𝐀
  
  
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• World Cup 2026: Kane, Mbappe Will Fight For Golden Boot Award –Leboeuf

  30-06-2026 19:13 via completesports.com
  
  France legend Frank Leboeuf has tipped Kylian Mbappé and Harry Kane as the absolute favourites to battle it out for the FIFA World Cup 2026 Golden Boot. He believes that if both England and France make deep tournament runs, it will be a tight contest between the two star strikers. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Why [...]
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• A Practical Guide To Online Betting: Better Decisions Through Knowledge, Timing, And Official Channels

  30-06-2026 19:13 via completesports.com
  
  In online entertainment, adult users have a more organized experience when they understand the platform’s structure, rules, sports sections, and fast-paced games before making any choice. Betting is not simply about seeing an odds figure or making a quick selection; it combines reviewing information, managing time, recognizing personal limits, and using official channels. This article [...]
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• NSC Names Enekwechi Team Nigeria’s Male Captain For 2026 Commonwealth Games

  30-06-2026 18:40 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria’s premier shot put athlete, Chukwuebuka Enekwechi, has been named Team Nigeria’s male captain for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, by the leadership of the National Sports Commission (NSC). The U.S.-based thrower will lead the Nigerian contingent alongside two-time Paralympic champion Folashade Oluwafemilayo, who has been appointed the team’s female captain. Enekwechi, 33, [...]
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• Grimaldo completes Atletico Madrid transfer from Bayer Leverkusen

  30-06-2026 18:33 via soccernews.com
  Atletico Madrid have confirmed the signing of Alejandro Garnacho from Bayer Leverkusen in a deal reportedly worth €20m.
  Grimaldo has had a stellar stint at Leverkusen, playing a key role in their 2023-24 Bundesliga and DFB-Pokal double under Xabi Alonso.
  The full-back, who is part of Spain's World Cup squad, joined Leverkusen from Benfica in 2023.
  Since the start of the 2023-24 campaign, Grimaldo has registered 71 goal involvements, which is 20 more than any other defender across Europ
  
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• WAFCON 2026: Madugu Eyes Successful Title Defence With Super Falcons

  30-06-2026 18:10 via completesports.com
  
  Justine Madugu has outlined ambitious targets for the Super Falcons ahead of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, with the team aiming to retain their continental crown and secure qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup. The Super Falcons claimed a record-extending 10th WAFCON title at the last edition of the tournament in [...]
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• Arsenal Accept €20m Offer From Beşiktaş For Star Forward

  30-06-2026 17:28 via completesports.com
  Arsenal have reportedly accepted a €20 million offer from Beşiktaş for Leandro Trossard, leaving the Belgium international with the final decision over his future. The experienced forward has been linked with a move away from the Emirates for several months despite featuring regularly under Mikel Arteta towards the end of last season. Now, reports from [...]
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• President Federation Cup:Dogo Confident El-kanemi Will Overcome Ikorodu City In Final

  30-06-2026 15:26 via completesports.com
  El-Kanemi Warriors technical adviser Kabiru Dogo has declared his side ready for the President Federation Cup final against Ikorodu City, reports Completesports.com. The Maiduguri-based club will take on Ikorodu City in the final at the Stephen Keshi Stadium in Asaba on Saturday, 11 July. El-Kanemi Warriors will be aiming to lift the prestigious trophy for [...]
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• EXCLUSIVE: What Hydration Breaks Mean For Momentum In The World Cup 2026 Knockout Stages

  30-06-2026 14:50 via completesports.com
  
  The group stage of the FIFA World Cup 2026 has concluded, and the knockout rounds are now upon us. Beyond the great goals, tactical battles, and a few surprise results, one talking point has refused to go away. The mandatory hydration breaks introduced by FIFA have sparked fierce debate among fans, players, pundits, analysts and [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Norway Must Be Ready To Match Ivory Coast’s Physical Football –Solbakken

  30-06-2026 14:31 via completesports.com
  
  Norway head coach Ståle Solbakken has described Ivory Coast as the most physically formidable opponent in the FIFA World Cup 2026. He cautioned that if Norway fails to withstand and match their strength, it will be a challenging night at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Why I Benched Neymar Against Japan [...]
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• Paripesa Nigeria: Best Licensed Bet App And Online Casino Guide For Nigerian Players In 2026

  30-06-2026 13:49 via completesports.com
  
  Paripesa Nigeria is a licensed sports betting and online casino platform regulated by the National Lottery Regulatory Commission (NLRC), accepting naira as the primary currency for all deposits and withdrawals, with over 7,000 daily sports events and a casino library of more than 3,000 titles from providers including Pragmatic Play, Evolution and Spribe. Nigeria is [...]
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• Top African Teams To Watch At World Cup 2026 | Morocco, Senegal, Ivory Coast & More

  30-06-2026 12:18 via completesports.com
  African football is entering a new era, with several nations ready to challenge the world’s best at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. In this video, we examine the top African teams to watch, including Morocco, Senegal, Ivory Coast, Algeria, and Ghana. Can an African nation surpass Morocco’s historic 2022 semi-final run and make even more [...]
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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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• 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 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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