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• Ronaldo not making ‘rash decisions’ over Portugal future after World Cup exit

  07-07-2026 11:32 via soccernews.com
  Cristiano Ronaldo says he is leaving the World Cup with a clear conscience, but insists he will not make any "rash decisions" over his Portugal future.
  Ronaldo had already announced prior to meeting Spain that he was playing in his last World Cup, and his last dance proved to be a 1-0 defeat in the last 16 thanks to Mikel Merino's late strike.
  He made his 25th start at the tournament, with only Lionel Messi (27) making more than him.
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• World Cup 2026: Folarin Balogun’s Red Card — A Legal Appraisal of Articles 27 And 66 Of The FIFA Disciplinary Code

  07-07-2026 23:47 via completesports.com
  
  By A.U. Mustapha, SAN THE controversy surrounding the red card issued to Folarin Balogun during the FIFA World Cup 2026 has generated considerable debate within the global football community. Beyond the emotional reactions of supporters and the media lies a more fundamental legal question: Did FIFA’s Disciplinary Committee possess the legal authority to suspend the [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Brilliant Comeback –Keane Hails Argentina’s Victory Against Egypt

  07-07-2026 21:08 via completesports.com
  
  Manchester United legend Roy Keane has described Argentina’s dramatic 3-2 comeback win against Egypt at the FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 16 as an absolutely amazing thriller. The holders looked down and out when goals from Yasser Ibrahim and Mostafa Ziko, either side of Messi having a penalty saved, put the Pharaohs in sight [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Messi Inspires Late Argentina Dramatic Comeback Win Against Egypt

  07-07-2026 20:34 via completesports.com
  
  Lionel Messi scored in a record sixth-straight World Cup knockout match to help Argentina reach the quarterfinals after a stunning late comeback to beat Egypt 3-2 in Atlanta, ESPN reports. Egypt were leading the defending champions 2-0 heading into the closing stages before Messi provided an assist for Cristian Romero in the 79th minute and [...]
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• Serena’s Coach Gives Fresh Update After Wimbledon Heartbreak

  07-07-2026 19:40 via completesports.com
  
  Serena Williams’ coach, Rennae Stubbs, has confirmed that the US veteran tennis star wants to play competitive singles tournaments prior to the US Open. This marks a shift from her Wimbledon strategy, where she played only doubles before going straight into singles at Wimbledon. Read Also:Wimbledon: Players Should Agree To Long-Term Annual Prize Money Increase [...]
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• Done Deal: Flying Eagles Winger Seals Move To Hungarian Club Zalaegerszegi TE

  07-07-2026 18:36 via completesports.com
  
  Flying Eagles winger Tahir Maigana has completed a permanent move to Hungarian club Zalaegerszegi TE from Abuja-based FC Wireless. The 18-year-old signed a three-year contract with the Hungarian side, with the agreement including an option to extend his stay by an additional year. Maigana arrives in Europe after impressing for Nigeria’s U-20 team on the [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Egypt Must Keep Identity Against Argentina — Hassan

  07-07-2026 16:46 via completesports.com
  
  Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan has insisted his side will stay true to its footballing identity when they face reigning world champions Argentina in Tuesday’s FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 clash. The Pharaohs booked their place in the knockout stage after an impressive group-stage campaign, and now face a formidable Argentina side inspired [...]
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• Done Deal: Nigerian Striker Joins Kenyan Club Tusker FC

  07-07-2026 16:19 via completesports.com
  
  Kenyan Premier League club Tusker FC have completed the signing of Nigerian striker Victor Mbaoma, reports Completesports.com reports. Mbaoma, 29, who joined the Brewers from former Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, champions Remo Stars put pen to paper on a one- year contract. The experienced striker registered 14 goals, and four assists for Remo Stars [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Blame Martinez, Ronaldo For Portugal’s Loss To Spain –Chelsea Legend

  07-07-2026 16:02 via completesports.com
  
  Chelsea legend Chris Sutton has criticized Cristiano Ronaldo and former Portugal manager Roberto Martinez following their exit from the FIFA World Cup 2026. He blamed the manager for being too weak to drop the veteran star, and accused Ronaldo of offering nothing to the team. Read Also:World Cup 2026: ‘Even Without The Cup, He Remains [...]
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• World Cup 2026: Norway Hit By Sickness Fears Days Before Quarter-final Clash With England

  07-07-2026 15:54 via completesports.com
  
  Norway’s World Cup celebrations have reportedly sparked fears of fatigue and illness ahead of their clash with England. The two sides will meet in Miami on Saturday for a place in the semi-finals. However, there are concerns within the Norway camp that they could be hit by a sickness bug just days before the last [...]
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• World Cup 2026: ‘Even Without The Cup, He Remains A True Legend’ –Nigerian Gospel Star Hails Ronaldo

  07-07-2026 15:38 via completesports.com
  
  Nigerian Gospel musician Tim Godfrey has described Portugal star Cristiano Ronaldo as a true legend despite not winning the FIFA World Cup 2026. After Portugal’s elimination in the 2026 tournament, Dr. Tim Godfrey took to social media to celebrate the football icon. Read Also:World Cup 2026: I Was Wrong To Have Mocked Bernardo –Rodri Godfrey [...]
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• Done Deal: Nigerian Youngster Completes Move To UEA Club Al Wasl

  07-07-2026 14:26 via completesports.com
  
  Nigerian youngster Popoola Ridwan has sealed a move to United Arab Emirates Pro League outfit Al Wasl. Ridwan joined the UAE giants from Hungarian side Kisvárda on a permanent transfer. The 19-year-old’s impressive performances for local club Seamoriow FC, earned him a move to Kisvárda in February 2025. The defensive midfielder’s time in Hungary proved [...]
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• Done Deal: Nigerian Youngster Completes Move To UAE Club Al Wasl

  07-07-2026 14:26 via completesports.com
  
  Nigerian youngster Popoola Ridwan has sealed a move to United Arab Emirates Pro League outfit Al Wasl. Ridwan joined the UAE giants from Hungarian side Kisvárda on a permanent transfer. The 19-year-old’s impressive performances for local club Seamoriow FC, earned him a move to Kisvárda in February 2025. The defensive midfielder’s time in Hungary proved [...]
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• World Cup 2026 Golden Boot Race | Mbappé, Kane, Messi & Haaland Lead The Contenders

  07-07-2026 14:00 via completesports.com
  
  Who will win the Golden Boot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup? In this video, we analyze the top contenders for football’s most prestigious individual scoring award, including Kylian Mbappé, Harry Kane, Lionel Messi, and Erling Haaland. We also revisit previous World Cup Golden Boot winners and assess which superstar has the best chance of [...]
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• Progressive Betting Systems Explained: Martingale, Fibonacci, Paroli, D’Alembert, 1-3-2-6, Labouchere

  07-07-2026 13:38 via soccernews.com
  I have tried the Martingale on West Ham matches.
  Twice, actually, across two separate seasons when I thought I had found an edge and decided a staking system would help me press it.
  What the Martingale did was take a modest losing run and turn it into a situation where I was staring at a required stake that was larger than my original weekly bankroll for that competition.
  That experience taught me something more useful than any system: no amount of clever staking changes what a bet is worth.
  If
  
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• Rosenior returns to Ligue 1 with Paris FC

  07-07-2026 13:32 via soccernews.com
  Liam Rosenior has been named as Paris FC's new head coach.
  He has signed a two-year contract, which is understood to include the option for a further season, as he replaces Antoine Kombouare.
  Rosenior is back in management, having been sacked by Chelsea after just over three months at Stamford Bridge.
  He is taking on his third head coach role in the space of a year as he returns to Ligue 1, with Paris FC looking to build on last season's 11th-place finish following their promotion.
  "Liam Ro
  
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• ‘It wasn’t our day’ – Pochettino concedes USA ‘did not connect with the Belgium game’

  07-07-2026 13:32 via soccernews.com
  Mauricio Pochettino admitted it was not the United States' day against Belgium as his side struggled to impose themselves in their World Cup last-16 exit.
  The USA were beaten 4-1 in Seattle; Charles Ketelaere netted a brace on either side of Malik Tillman's free-kick, but second-half goals from Hans Vanaken and Romelu Lukaku sealed the victory.
  They have now been eliminated in the round of 16 in six of their seven appearances at this stage, including their last four appearances in the compe
  
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• World Cup 2026: I Was Wrong To Have Mocked Bernardo –Rodri

  07-07-2026 13:01 via completesports.com
  
  Manchester City star Rodri has apologized to Bernardo Silva following their heated altercation during Spain’s 1-0 over Portugal in the round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Things got heated between the two midfielders in stoppage time when Portugal was frantically searching for an equalizer. After Bernardo Silva missed a crucial header, Rodri [...]
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• Sevilla Demand €15m To Sell Adams

  07-07-2026 12:43 via completesports.com
  
  Sevilla have slapped a €15 million price tag on Nigerian striker Akor Adams as Serie A newcomers Venezia step up their efforts to sign the forward this summer. According to Mundo Deportivo , one of Spain’s leading newspapers, Venezia have already reached an agreement on personal terms with Adams and are now in talks with [...]
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• Ex-Chelsea Manager Rosenior Becomes New Head Boss At Paris FC

  07-07-2026 12:34 via completesports.com
  Liam Rosenior has returned to football management with Paris FC after being sacked by Chelsea in April, BBC Sport reports. The 41-year-old lasted less than four months at Stamford Bridge but has moved back to France on a two-year contract, which is understood to include an option for a further season. Rosenior, who was with [...]
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• Belgium thrilled to respond to ‘injustice’ with thumping World Cup win

  07-07-2026 12:32 via soccernews.com
  Belgium midfielder Nicolas Raskin said the team felt "a sense of injustice" over Folarin Balogun's suspended one-match ban and were determined to respond.
  Belgium did just that, earning an emphatic 4-1 victory over the United States in the last 16 of the World Cup to knock out the co-hosts and reach the quarter-finals.
  Charles De Ketelaere scored twice, on either side of Malik Tillman's free-kick, with Hans Vanaken and Romelu Lukaku also getting on the scoresheet to set up a meeting with Sp
  
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• Prediction: CSKA Sofia vs Derry City

  07-07-2026 12:02 via soccernews.com
  Getting their Europa League qualifying adventure underway on Thursday night, CSKA Sofia will welcome Derry City to Bulgaria.
  With all eyes fixed on North America for the 2026 World Cup knockout stage, there are plenty of attractive betting promotions available this summer.
  Verdict: CSKA win
  Best Odds: 4/11
  Bookmaker: BetUS
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  Starting with the hosts, while CSKA Sofia might have been left frustrated last season as they were eventually forced to settle for a fourth-place finish among
  
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• Pirlo backs Ederson to make strong impact at Man Utd

  07-07-2026 11:32 via soccernews.com
  Andrea Pirlo believes Ederson is "suited to the Premier League" as the midfielder edges closer to completing his move to Manchester United.
  The Red Devils have reportedly agreed to a €45m (£38m) deal with Atalanta, where Ederson spent four seasons after his transfer from Salernitana.
  The 27-year-old made 180 appearances across all competitions for Atalanta, scoring 16 goals and providing five assists.
  Since his debut for the Italian side, only Mattia Zaccagni (959) and 
  
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• Prediction: Dynamo Kyiv vs Universitatea Cluj

  07-07-2026 11:27 via soccernews.com
  Two camps who will get their respective Europa League qualifying adventures underway on Thursday night, Dynamo Kyiv and Universitatea Cluj will meet at the Morot Lublin Arena.
  With all eyes fixed on North America this summer for the 2026 World Cup, there are a host of attractive betting promotions available.
  Verdict: Dynamo Kyiv win
  Best Odds: 3/5
  Bookmaker: BetUS
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  Starting with the hosts, left hugely frustrated last season as they relinquished their domestic crown, Dynamo Kyiv e
  
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• Alalshikh: Joshua Vs Fury Timing Must Favour US Audience

  07-07-2026 08:48 via completesports.com
  
  Saudi powerbroker Turki Alalshikh has revealed that the highly anticipated heavyweight mega-fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua could take place at Wembley Stadium in London, but only if local authorities allow a late-night start time to accommodate the crucial American TV viewership on Netflix. While the original contracts for the fighters stipulate a UK [...]
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• WAFCON 2026: Ghana Unveil Provisional Squad

  07-07-2026 08:21 via completesports.com
  
  Ghana head coach Kim Lars Björkegren has named a provisional Black Queens squad for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. Björkegren assembled a squad that combines foreign-based professionals with standout home-based players. Captain Portia Boakye, Grace Asantewaa, Evelyn Badu, Jennifer Cudjoe, Princella Adubea, Doris Boaduwaa, Stella Nyamekye and Alice Kusi are among the senior [...]
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• World Cup 2026: US Lost To A Better Team –Balogun Reacts To Belgium’s Victory

  07-07-2026 07:54 via completesports.com
  
  Following a 4-1 loss to Belgium in the round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup 2026, Folarin Balogun has disclosed that the USA lost to a better team. The highly anticipated Round of 16 match in Seattle was preceded by immense off-field controversy. Recall that Balogun had received a red card in the previous [...]
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• Troost-Ekong: World Cup Miss Must Inspire Super Eagles Revival

  07-07-2026 07:50 via completesports.com
  
  Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has described Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2026 as a major disappointment. Troost-Ekong said the setback should serve as an important lesson for the team, insisting the Super Eagles must make the necessary adjustments to return to football’s biggest stage. The Super Eagles missed out [...]
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• Mbappé Condemns Paraguayan Senator Over Racist Abuse After World Cup Match

  07-07-2026 06:35 via completesports.com
  
  Kylian Mbappé on Monday labelled a Paraguayan senator “despicable” and “not worthy of her position” after she racially abused the France captain on social media following the World Cup last-16 clash between the countries at the weekend. Mbappé’s reaction came after Celeste Amarilla attacked the Real Madrid superstar in the wake of Saturday’s game in [...]
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• Martinez Resigns As Portugal Head Coach After World Cup Exit

  07-07-2026 06:16 via completesports.com
  
  Roberto Martinez confirmed that he is leaving his job as Portugal coach after Monday’s 1-0 FIFA World Cup round-of-16 defeat to Spain, while denying that the result was “a failure.” Substitute Mikel Merino scored in the 91st minute at AT&T Stadium to see Spain progress to the quarterfinals as Cristiano Ronaldo made his last World [...]
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