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Football
Flick says he is sad at Messi’s international retirement after World Cup displays
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has said he is sad at Lionel Messi’s retirement from international football.
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Football
French pundit Acherchour tips Yamal for Ballon d’Or after World Cup and La Liga success
French pundit Walid Acherchour has predicted that Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal will attract a large share of Ballon d’Or votes…
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FIFA defends World Cup investment proposal amid boycott threats
FIFA has defended its proposal to introduce private investment into its commercial operations, insisting that it has no intention of…
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Argentina stars hire private security after World Cup win over England
Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez and Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister reportedly hired private security firms to guard their homes…
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Martinez defends Argentina amid World Cup criticism
Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez has dismissed criticism of Argentina's conduct at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting the team…
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Entertainment
2026 World Cup: Burna Boy makes Spotify history with tournament anthem
Nigerian music star Burna Boy has become the first male artiste to top Spotify’s newly launched Global Music Video Chart,…
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Football
Lionel Messi reacts after Argentina’s World Cup final defeat to Spain
Argentina captain Lionel Messi has spoken publicly for the first time since his country's defeat to Spain in the 2026…
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Entertainment
2026 World Cup: Destiny Etiko says she lost ₦5m on first-ever bet
Nollywood actress Destiny Etiko has revealed that she lost ₦5 million after placing her first-ever football bet on the 2026…
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Football
2026 World Cup: British media criticise Thomas Tuchel after England’s exit to Argentina
England manager Thomas Tuchel has come under heavy criticism from sections of the British media following the Three Lions' 2-1…
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Football
Harry Kane dismisses England rift rumours, backs Tuchel after Bellingham comments
England captain Harry Kane has dismissed suggestions of tension within the national team, accusing the media of trying to create…
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Football
2026 World Cup: Ian Wright, Gary Neville back England to beat Argentina, reach final
Former England internationals Ian Wright and Gary Neville have tipped the Three Lions to defeat Argentina in the semi-finals of…
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Football
2026 World Cup: Rooney blames Bruno Fernandes, Portugal teammates after World Cup exit
Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has criticized Portugal's players for failing to make the most of Cristiano Ronaldo's strengths during…
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Football
UEFA weighs response as FIFA’s Balogun ban reversal sparks backlash
UEFA is preparing to respond after FIFA’s decision to suspend Folarin Balogun’s one-match ban sparked criticism across European football, with…
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Football
UEFA slams FIFA over Balogun suspension reversal, warns World Cup integrity at risk
UEFA has strongly criticised FIFA for overturning the automatic suspension handed to United States striker Folarin Balogun, describing the decision…
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Football
Sepp Blatter questions FIFA’s decision to overturn Balogun’s World Cup suspension
Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter has criticised football's world governing body over its decision to suspend Folarin Balogun's World Cup…
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Football
2026 World Cup: Ronaldo backs Portugal to beat Spain in Round of 16 clash
Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo has expressed confidence that his side can overcome Spain when both teams meet in the Round…
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Football
2026 World Cup: South Africa and Morocco secure knockout spots
South Africa has officially become the second African nation to secure a spot in the highly competitive Round of 32…
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Politics
2026 World Cup: Argentina captain Messi breaks down in tears during match
The family of Argentina captain, Lionel Messi, released an official statement on Thursday confirming that his father, Jorge Messi, is…
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Football
2026 World Cup: Gianni Infantino defends organization and ticket pricing
The President of the Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA), Gianni Infantino, has launched a spirited defense of the organization…
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Football
2026 World Cup: Hugo Broos challenges South Africa to block out Azteca wall of sound
South Africa head coach Hugo Broos has strongly challenged his players to block out an expected wall of sound on…
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Football
Carlo Ancelotti confirms Brazil World Cup lineup
Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has made a daring assertion regarding his starting lineup ahead of the upcoming international football…
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Football
Michael Olise tipped as France World Cup breakout star
Former France defender Gael Clichy believes Michael Olise has the immense talent and technical quality to emerge as France’s breakout…
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Football
Argentina dreams of back-to-back World Cup titles
Nicolas Tagliafico has voiced the collective ambition of the Argentine national team to secure a second consecutive World Cup trophy
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Football
Mbappe says knee injury is now behind him
The French football superstar, Kylian Mbappe, has officially declared himself fit and ready for the upcoming 2026 World Cup
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Football
Iran vows no one can exclude it from World Cup
The Iranian Football Federation has issued a defiant statement, insisting that no international body or political pressure can exclude its…
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Football
Romano clears air on Iniesta Morocco job
Renowned football journalist Fabrizio Romano has provided a major update on the rumors linking Andres Iniesta to the Morocco national…
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Football
Nigeria failed to qualify for World Cup after I left – Dalung
The former Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Solomon Dalung, has robustly defended his tenure, pointing out that Nigeria has…
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Sport
Mikel warns AFCON victory can’t erase World Cup miss
Former Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel has emphasised that winning the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) would not compensate…
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Football
European hopefuls and the countries on the verge of missing the World Cup
As the race to the 2026 FIFA World Cup intensifies, European national teams are entering the final stretch of qualification…
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Sport
FIFA appoints South African referees for Nigeria vs Gabon World Cup playoff
FIFA has officially appointed a South African refereeing crew to oversee Nigeria’s Super Eagles’ 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff clash…
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Sport
Benin Republic to miss five key players against Nigeria in World Cup qualifier
The Benin Republic will be without five important players when they face Nigeria’s Super Eagles in Tuesday’s 2026 FIFA World…
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Sport
Super Eagles edge past Lesotho to keep World Cup hopes alive
The Super Eagles of Nigeria earned a crucial 2-1 win over Lesotho on Friday evening in a hard-fought encounter that…
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Sport
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle opens up on touchline clash with South Africa’s Broos
During Tuesday’s intense 2026 World Cup qualifier between Nigeria and South Africa at the Free State Stadium, a heated moment…
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Sport
Oshaniwa warns Nigeria risks missing another World Cup
Former Super Eagles defender Juwon Oshaniwa is sounding the alarm over Nigeria’s shaky path to the 2026 FIFA World Cup,…
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Sport
2026 World Cup qualifying matches in Africa
The qualification race for the 2026 World Cup is set to take place across Africa this week and early next…
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Sport
FIFA President announces first-ever half-time show for 2026 World Cup final
On Wednesday, March 5, 2025, FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirmed that the 2026 World Cup final will feature a half-time…
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Sport
Super Eagles squad named for Rwanda and Zimbabwe World Cup qualifiers
On Tuesday, March 4, Head Coach Éric Sékou Chelle revealed a provisional list of 39 players for Nigeria's upcoming 2026…
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Sport
Neymar Jr’s contract with Al-Hilal terminated
Al-Hilal has announced the termination of Neymar Jr’s contract, officially ending the Brazilian star’s injury-plagued 18-month spell in Saudi Arabia.
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Okocha urges Nigeria to support new Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle
Former Super Eagles captain Austin Okocha has called on Nigerian football fans to rally behind the newly appointed head coach…
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