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• Pele, Maradona Can’t Match Messi’s Longevity, Output –Malouda

  26-06-2026 18:10 via completesports.com
  
  Former France winger Florent Malouda has disclosed that Lionel Messi’s statistical numbers put him in a league of his own, noting that even legends like Pelé and Diego Maradona cannot match his longevity and output. Speaking to BoyleSports, Malouda highlighted the unmatched consistency and sheer volume of records Messi has accumulated over his illustrious career. [...]
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• World Cup 2026: It’s Victory Or Nothing –Sibo Speaks Ahead Ghana Vs Croatia

  26-06-2026 22:45 via completesports.com
  
  Ghana midfielder Kwasi Sibo has declared that the Black Stars will go all out for a win against Croatia to secure top spot in Group L of the FIFA World Cup 2026. After playing out a 0-0 draw against England, both teams are tied on four points, putting Ghana in prime position to advance to [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Semenyo Calls On Black Stars To Be More Aggressive With Referees After England Penalty Row

  26-06-2026 22:24 via completesports.com
  
  Black Stars forward Antoine Semenyo believes Ghana must be more streetwise in dealing with match officials after feeling aggrieved by a controversial decision in their goalless draw with England at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ghana were left frustrated after being denied what appeared to be a clear late penalty when England defender Ezri Konsa [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Uzoenyi Hails African Teams, Backs Continent’s Push For Global Football Supremacy

  26-06-2026 22:10 via completesports.com
  
  World Cup 2026: African Teams Justifying FIFA’s Expanded Slots Former Nigeria winger Ejike Uzoenyi believes Africa is well-positioned to emerge as a dominant force in global football, judging by the performances of the continent’s representatives at the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026 in the United States, Canada and Mexico, Completesports.com reports. Uzoenyi, a member of [...]
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• With Our Display At The World Cup We Can Now Compete With Any Team In Africa —Ex-Cape Verde Star Pele

  26-06-2026 21:27 via completesports.com
  
  Former Cape Verde star defender Pedro Miguel Cardoso Monteiro popularly known as, Pele, has said with the impressive performance of his country at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, they can now compete with any team in Africa. Despite making their debut at this year’s World Cup, Cape Verde’s Blue Sharks have been one of the [...]
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• Done Deal: Danish Club Hobro IK Sign Nigerian Forward On Three-Year Deal

  26-06-2026 20:26 via completesports.com
  
  Danish club Hobro IK have completed the signing of Nigerian striker Onyebuchi Obasi, Completesports.com reports. Obasi joins the Danish side from Norwegian outfit Vålerenga after signing a three-year contract. The 21-year-old becomes Hobro IK’s fourth signing of the summer transfer window. He moved to Vålerenga from Nigerian academy Beyond Limits in 2024 before spending last [...]
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• Okocha, 4 Other African Stars Who Hold FIFA World Cup Records

  26-06-2026 20:09 via completesports.com
  
  The FIFA World Cup has always been the ultimate stage for football’s greatest players to etch their names into history. Every edition of the tournament produces unforgettable moments, iconic performances and remarkable records that define generations of the game. While the FIFA World Cup 2026 has already witnessed global superstars such as Lionel Messi and [...]
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• Mayweather Vs Pacquiao Rematch Postponed Indefinitely

  26-06-2026 19:56 via completesports.com
  
  The highly anticipated rematch between boxing legends Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao, previously slated for September 19, 2026, at the Sphere in Las Vegas, has been postponed indefinitely. Pacquiao’s camp cited a volatile mix of financial gridlock, scheduling conflicts, and legal disputes entirely surrounding Mayweather’s team. Read Also:Warren: No Venue Yet For Joshua, Fury Fight [...]
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• Agbonlahor: Fulham Will Be Relegated From Premier League If Arbeloa Is Appointed Manager

  26-06-2026 18:48 via completesports.com
  
  Former Aston Villa striker Gabriel Agbonlahor has disclosed that Fulham may be relegated from the Premier League if Álvaro Arbeloa is appointed as manager. Agbonlahor believes the Cottagers are at major risk following the departure of manager Marco Silva to Benfica and expects incoming boss Álvaro Arbeloa’s lack of senior managerial experience to cause severe [...]
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• I’ve Lost My World Cup, European Championship, EPL, FA Cup, Ligue 1 Winner’s Medals —France Legend

  26-06-2026 17:48 via completesports.com
  
  Arsenal legend Emmanuel Petit lost all his winner’s medals, including for the World Cup – but has an expensive replica trophy worth over £1million in his safe. The midfield icon was a key part of France‘s 1998 squad that won the tournament in Paris, even scoring in the 3-0 final victory over Brazil. But not [...]
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• NNL: Solution FC Overhaul Begins As Governor Soludo Dissolves Technical, Management Teams; Scraps Sports Commission

  26-06-2026 16:50 via completesports.com
  Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, the Executive Governor of Anambra State, has dissolved the management and technical crew of Solution FC, a Nigeria National League (NNL) side, Completesports.com reports. The governor also announced the scrapping of the Anambra State Sports Commission, the body previously responsible for administering sports in the state. Consequently, the state government has [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Pepe Targets More Goals After Helping Côte d’Ivoire Beat Curaçao

  26-06-2026 16:06 via completesports.com
  Nicolas Pépé has set his sights on adding to his goal tally after inspiring Côte d’Ivoire’s historic qualification for the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup 2026, reports Completesports.com. The Villarreal winger scored both goals as the Elephants defeated Curaçao 2-0 at Philadelphia Stadium on Thursday night. Pepe made history as only the second [...]
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• Sevilla Reject Serie A Club Offer For Adams

  26-06-2026 14:37 via completesports.com
  
  Sevilla have turned down an offer from newly promoted Serie A side Venezia for Super Eagles striker Akor Adams, Completesports.com reports. According to Transferfeed, Venezia’s bid was worth less than €10 million. The Spanish club are unwilling to part with the forward for that fee , and are believed to value him between €20 million [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Ecuador President Declares National Holiday After Historic Win Over Germany

  26-06-2026 12:53 via completesports.com
  Ecuador President Daniel Noboa has declared Friday a national holiday following La Tri’s famous 2-1 win over Germany. The victory confirmed Ecuador’s place in the knockouts as one of the best eight third-placed teams. The South Americans have reached the FIFA World Cup knockout stage for only the second time in their history, matching their [...]
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• Mills: Ronaldo Will Be Portugal’s Manager In World Cup 2030

  26-06-2026 12:00 via completesports.com
  
  England legend Danny Mills has disclosed that Portugal star Cristiano Ronaldo’s playing days are highly fragile and could be ended by a single injury. Speaking to betTOM, Mills asserted that it would be incredibly difficult to justify starting a 41-year-old Ronaldo in four years, suggesting that he is far more likely to transition into a [...]
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• Team Nigeria Athletes To Embark On Three-Week Overseas Training Camp Ahead Commonwealth Games

  26-06-2026 11:11 via completesports.com
  
  Team Nigeria athletes will embark on a three-week overseas training camp ahead of this year’s Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. Few days ago the Athletic Federation (AFN) of Nigeria unveiled the 29 athletes that will represent Nigeria at this year’s games. The invited athletes, drawn from various track and field events, will continue preparations alongside [...]
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• Benfica Confirm Exit Of Super Falcons Midfielder

  26-06-2026 11:10 via completesports.com
  
  Super Falcons midfielder Christy Ucheibe has parted ways with Portuguese champions Benfica following the expiration of her contract, Completesports.com reports. Ucheibe spent six successful years with the Eagles after joining from Swedish side Assi IF in 2020. The 25-year-old made 179 appearances across all competitions for Benfica, scoring 11 goals during her spell at the [...]
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• Man City Agree Club Record For England World Cup Star

  26-06-2026 10:49 via completesports.com
  
  Manchester City have agreed a deal worth around £116 million to sign midfielder Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest. According to BBC Sport (via Shoot) City are insisting that the fee is £116 million – which would represent a club record signing for the Citizens – however other sources are claiming that the deal is actually [...]
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• Man City Agree Club Record Deal For England World Cup Star

  26-06-2026 10:49 via completesports.com
  
  Manchester City have agreed a deal worth around £116 million to sign midfielder Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest. According to BBC Sport (via Shoot) City are insisting that the fee is £116 million – which would represent a club record signing for the Citizens – however other sources are claiming that the deal is actually [...]
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• Ronaldo Has A Lively Character –Ex-Man United Star

  26-06-2026 08:41 via completesports.com
  
  Manchester United legend Nicky Butt has disclosed that Cristiano Ronaldo is significantly more approachable and humorous in the dressing room than his public reputation suggests. Butt, who played with Ronaldo during the 2003-2004 season, noted that many people remain standoffish simply because they are in awe of the global superstar. Read Also:Neymar: I’ve Strong Relationship [...]
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• World Cup 2026: We’ll Give Everything To Secure Qualification –Thiaw Speaks Ahead Senegal Vs Iraq

  26-06-2026 08:00 via completesports.com
  
  Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw has disclosed that his team will not underestimate Iraq as they head into their decisive FIFA World Cup 2026 Group I match in Toronto. Following back-to-back defeats to France and Norway, Thiaw has labeled the match a final, noting that the team must win to keep their knockout-stage hopes alive. [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Côte d’Ivoire Deserved Round Of 32 Spot — Faé

  26-06-2026 08:00 via completesports.com
  Côte d’Ivoire head coach Emerse Faé says his team deserved a place in the knockout stages of the FIFA World Cup 2026, Completesports.com reports. The Elephants confirmed their place in the Round of 32 following a 2-0 victory over Curaçao at the Philadelphia Stadium on Thursday night. Pepe Stars For Elephants Former Arsenal winger Nicolas [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Côte d’Ivoire Coach Fae Slams Schweinsteiger’s ‘Racist’ Remarks Against African Football

  26-06-2026 07:56 via completesports.com
  
  Cote d’Ivoire head coach Emerse Fae has slammed Germany legend midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger, over ‘racial’ remarks against African football at the ongoing FIFA World Cup. Speaking on German television network ARD prior to his country’s group-stage match against Côte d’Ivoire, Schweinsteiger warned viewers about what to expect from the west Africans. The 2014 World Cup [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Pepe Brace Vs Curacao Sends Côte d’Ivoire Into knockout Rounds For The First Time

  26-06-2026 00:35 via completesports.com
  
  Nicolas Pepe bagged a brace as Côte d’Ivoire beat Curaçao 2-0 in their final group match and book their place in the knockout stage of the World Cup. It is a historic result for the Elephants as they had never before managed to get past the first round of a World Cup. Emerse Fae’s men [...]
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• Neymar: I’ve Strong Relationship With Messi

  25-06-2026 23:05 via completesports.com
  
  Brazil star Neymar has disclosed that he has a strong relationship with Argentina’s Lionel Messi. Speaking after Brazil’s group-stage victory over Scotland at the FIFA World Cup 2026, Neymar shared warm thoughts about the Argentine icon. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Messi, Ronaldo Are Best Players In The World –Klopp He stated that Messi is his [...]
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• Championship Club Join Nwaiwu Chase

  25-06-2026 22:05 via completesports.com
  
  West Ham United are the latest club to be linked with a move for Trabzonspor defender Chibuike Nwaiwu, Completesports.com reports. Nwaiwu, 22, joined Trabzonspor from Austrian club Wolfsberger AC during the winter transfer window. The centre-back caught the eye with his consistent displays for the Claret and Blues, earning admiration from several clubs. The Nigeria [...]
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• Mourinho Tips England To Win World Cup 2026

  25-06-2026 20:02 via completesports.com
  
  Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has backed England as a top contender to win the FIFA World Cup 2026. England has played two matches so far in Group L of the tournament: a 4-2 opening victory against Croatia and a 0-0 draw against Ghana. Their final group stage match is against Panama. Read Also:World Cup [...]
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• Sharapova Declines Making Comeback To Professional Tennis

  25-06-2026 19:52 via completesports.com
  
  Veteran tennis star Maria Sharapova has completely ruled out joining her former rival Serena Williams on the professional circuit, viewing her retirement as permanent. While their on-court rivalry was legendary, Sharapova has shifted her focus entirely to family, wellness, and business ventures post-retirement, rather than returning to a demanding sport. Read Also:Serena Can’t Win Wimbledon [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Côte d’Ivoire Coach Faé Cautions Against Underestimating Curaçao

  25-06-2026 19:24 via completesports.com
  
  Côte d’Ivoire head coach Emerse Faé has warned his players against underestimating Curaçao ahead of their crucial FIFA World Cup clash, Completesports.com reports. The Elephants will be aiming to book their place in the Round of 32 when they take on the World Cup debutants on Thursday night. Faé’s side opened their campaign with a [...]
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• Valencia: Alexander-Arnold Will Be Perfect Fit For Man United

  25-06-2026 17:40 via completesports.com
  
  Former Manchester United winger Antonio Valencia has advised the Red Devils to make a sensational move for Real Madrid star Trent Alexander-Arnold. Speaking with Hajper, Valencia stated that bringing a player of his caliber to Old Trafford would be a massive statement. Read Also:Cucurella Urges Chelsea Star To Join Him At Real Madrid “He would [...]
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