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target=_blank>Ex-Premier League referee Coote admits making indecent image of child
Former Premier League referee David Coote on Tuesday pleaded guilty to making an indecent image of a child.
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target=_blank>World Cup Qualifiers: Everyone has to step up – Troost-Ekong
Eric Chelle’s men will need to defeat Benin by three goals and hope South Africa loses to Rwanda.
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target=_blank>Lewandowski set to miss Clasico with hamstring injury
The 37-year-old forward suffered the injury during a World Cup qualifier for Poland against Lithuania on Sunday.
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target=_blank>How to watch Nigeria vs Benin Republic World Cup qualifier today
Nigeria will host Benin in a do-or-die final matchday clash of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Confederation of African Football (CAF) qualifiers, with the Super Eagles determined to snatch direct qualification from Group C leaders Benin.
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target=_blank>2026 W/CQ: We will be focused, purposeful against Benin Republic – Chelle
“We have to win this game tomorrow. I have to put my mind into tomorrow’s game; we must win and nothing more.
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target=_blank>Cape Verde make history as second smallest country to qualify for World Cup
Cape Verde have written their name into football history by becoming the second smallest country ever to qualify for the FIFA World Cup.
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target=_blank>Italy’s Gattuso ‘very happy’ at Gaza peace deal ahead of World Cup qualifier with Israel
Italy coach Gennaro Gattuso on Monday hailed the “beautiful” Gaza peace deal ahead of his team’s fraught 2026 World Cup qualifier with Israel.
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target=_blank>2026 World Cup Qualifiers: CAF confirms dates, venue for playoff tournament
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially announced the venues, dates, and format for the 2026 FIFA World Cup African playoff, setting the stage for a decisive showdown in November 2025.
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target=_blank>Juve’s Bremer to go under knife for knee ligament tear
Juventus defender Gleison Bremer will undergo surgery for a torn meniscus ligament in his left knee, the Serie A club said on Monday. In a statement Juve said that the centre-back, who missed most of last season with an anterior cruciate ligament injury, was diagnosed with the tear in Lyon on Monday morning. “In the
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target=_blank>2026 WCQ: Nigeria can proceed to playoff even if South Africa wins — here’s how
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers head into the final stretch, Nigeria still has a glimmer of hope to advance to the CAF playoff round: even if South Africa wins their last game.
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target=_blank>‘You know what’s at stake’ — Musa charges Super Eagles to beat Benin Republic
Ahmed Musa has charged the Super Eagles to go all out for a win against the Cheetahs of Benin Republic, DAILY POST reports. The Super Eagles will be up against the Cheetahs at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo on Tuesday (today). Eric Chelle’s side must win the game to stand a chance of qualifying
‘You know what’s at stake’ — Musa charges Super Eagles to beat Benin Republic
target=_blank>Most important game of my career — Chelle speaks on Super Eagles vs Cheetahs
Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has declared that tonight’s clash with Benin Republic is the most important game of his career as coach. The Malian is looking to guide the Super Eagles to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Nigeria will host neighbours, Benin Republic at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, today, Tuesday, knowing
Most important game of my career — Chelle speaks on Super Eagles vs Cheetahs
target=_blank>2026 WCQ: Chelle removes Lookman from Super Eagles training due to suspension
Atalanta winger, Ademola Lookman, did not train with the Super Eagles’ squad ahead of Tuesday’s crucial 2026 World Cup qualifying game against Benin Republic. Lookman is suspended for the fixture, having picked up a booking in the 2-1 win over Lesotho last week. However, head coach Eric Chelle opted not to even allow him join
2026 WCQ: Chelle removes Lookman from Super Eagles training due to suspension
target=_blank>2026 WCQ: I’m in Nigeria to win, not for emotions – Rohr
Cheetahs of Benin Republic head coach, Gernot Rohr has declared that his mission in Nigeria is to help his team secure a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Rohr managed the Super Eagles for five years before he was sacked by the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF. The German is now on the verge of
2026 WCQ: I’m in Nigeria to win, not for emotions – Rohr
target=_blank>2026 WCQ: Taye Taiwo laments Super Eagles’ qualification struggles
Former Super Eagles defender, Taye Taiwo has lamented the team’s struggles in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying series, DAILY POST reports. The Super Eagles have endured a torrid qualifying campaign, recording three wins from nine matches. Éric Chelle’s side sit in third position in Group C with 14 points going into the final game
2026 WCQ: Taye Taiwo laments Super Eagles’ qualification struggles
target=_blank>Chelsea sign Nigerian central defender, Justin Osagie
Chelsea have announced the signing of Nigerian central defender, Justin Osagie. The defender joined the Blues on undisclosed fees after a successful trial at Stamford Bridge. Osagie, 20, moved to Chelsea following the expiration of his contract with Peterborough United. During his trial at Stamford Bridge, the central defender was said to have impressed Chelsea’s
Chelsea sign Nigerian central defender, Justin Osagie
target=_blank>2026 WCQ: We need to share responsibility – Troost-Ekong makes strong demands from Nigerians
Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong has urged Nigerians to appreciate and support Eric Chelle’s men as they prepare to face the Benin Republic in Tuesday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier in Uyo. According to Troost-Ekong, everyone needs to share responsibility because Nigeria’s clash with the Benin Republic is not a game that the coach or
2026 WCQ: We need to share responsibility – Troost-Ekong makes strong demands from Nigerians
target=_blank>2026 WCQ: ‘We’re used to playing away’ – Benin coach, Rohr warns Nigeria
Gernot Rohr has warned Nigeria that the Benin Republic Cheetahs are used to playing away matches. He gave the warning while addressing his press conference ahead of their game against Nigeria in Uyo on Tuesday. Rohr pointed out that his team has played all their matches away from home throughout the qualifiers as CAF could
2026 WCQ: ‘We’re used to playing away’ – Benin coach, Rohr warns Nigeria
target=_blank>Nigeria vs Benin: Super Eagles to know 2026 World Cup fate today
The Super Eagles will know for sure if they will play at the 2026 World Cup today when they host Benin Republic in their final qualifying fixture. The game will be played at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, Akwa Ibom. Gernot Rohr arrives back in Nigeria, with his team top of Group C
Nigeria vs Benin: Super Eagles to know 2026 World Cup fate today
target=_blank>2026 WCQ: ‘It’s just football, not war’ – Gernot Rohr tells Nigerians ahead of Benin clash
Ahead of the World Cup qualifying game between Nigeria and Benin Republic in Uyo on Tuesday, Gernot Rohr has warned that it is only a football match and not a war. Benin Republic will easily book their place in USA, Canada and Mexico with a draw against their neighbours in Uyo on Tuesday. The Super
2026 WCQ: ‘It’s just football, not war’ – Gernot Rohr tells Nigerians ahead of Benin clash
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