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target=_blank>Messi return ‘unrealistic’, says Barca president Laporta
The president, who was in charge at the time of Messi’s departure, said he did not regret what happened because “Barca is above everything”.
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target=_blank>Osimhen, Mbeumo potential key figures in African World Cup play-offs
Star African strikers Victor Osimhen of Nigeria and Bryan Mbeumo of Cameroon want to grace the 2026 World Cup tournament, but only one of them can succeed.
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target=_blank>‘I don’t want to be a burden’ – Messi speaks on chances of playing in 2026 World Cup
Lionel Messi has shared fresh insight into his decision-making process regarding whether he will feature for Argentina at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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target=_blank>‘What a shame!’ Nigerians react after Super Eagles boycott training over unpaid bonuses
Nigerians have taken to social media to express outrage and frustration after reports emerged on Tuesday that Super Eagles players and officials boycotted training in Morocco over unpaid bonuses and allowances, just two days before their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff against Gabon.
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target=_blank>Super Eagles boycott training over unpaid allowances 48 hours before Gabon clash
Nigeria’s preparations for Thursday’s crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff against Gabon suffered a major setback on Tuesday as the Super Eagles players and officials boycotted training in Rabat over unresolved issues surrounding unpaid allowances and bonuses.
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target=_blank>Alcaraz fights back to beat Fritz at ATP Finals
Carlos Alcaraz battled to victory over Taylor Fritz at the ATP Finals on Tuesday, moving to within one win of securing the year-end number one ranking for the second time.
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target=_blank>Rival watch: 5 matches Nigerians should watch, could shape intercontinental playoffs
As the Super Eagles prepare for their final push toward the 2026 FIFA World Cup, attention is not only on Nigeria’s own results but also on crucial fixtures across the globe that could determine the shape of the intercontinental playoff field.
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target=_blank>2026 World Cup: Full list of teams in Europe likely to qualify in next round of qualifiers
The penultimate round of European qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup takes place on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
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target=_blank>WAFU-B U-20 Girls Cup: Falconets outclass Ghana to maintain perfect run
The young Nigerians continued to dominate possession, combining precision, pace, and power as they pinned Ghana deep in their own half.
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target=_blank>2026 WCQ Playoffs: Nigeria vs Gabon – preview, date, time and where to watch
The Super Eagles of Nigeria continue their push for a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup as they face Gabon in a decisive playoff clash.
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target=_blank>Iwobi lavishes praise on Super Eagles coach Chelle
Everton midfielder Alex Iwobi has lavished praises on Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle, DAILY POST reports. Chelle took charge of the three-time African champions in January. The Malian resurrected Nigeria’s World Cup dream after a poor start to the qualifying series. Under Chelle, the Super Eagles are unbeaten in six competitive games, four wins
Iwobi lavishes praise on Super Eagles coach Chelle
target=_blank>‘Strange feeling’ – Messi regrets leaving Barcelona
Football icon, Lionel Messi, has regretted the way he left Barcelona in August 2021. He said it was strange feeling for him leaving the Spanish giants the way he did after spending many years at Camp Nou. In a recent interview, Messi said his exit left a “strange feeling” in his heart, adding that he
‘Strange feeling’ – Messi regrets leaving Barcelona
target=_blank>NNL: Lobi Stars adopt Lafia City Stadium for 2025-26 season
Lobi Stars have adopted the Lafia City Stadium as their home ground for the 2025-26 Nigeria National League, NNL, season. The venue is the home ground of Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, side Nasarawa United and NNL side FC Basira. DAILY POST recalls that Lobi Stars played their home matches in Lafia in the NPFL
NNL: Lobi Stars adopt Lafia City Stadium for 2025-26 season
target=_blank>Nigeria vs Gabon: Obi Mikel lists three things Super Eagles must do
Former Super Eagles captain, John Mikel Obi, has listed three things Eric Chelle’s men must do against Gabon when both teams clash in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying playoff on Thursday in Morocco. Obi Mikel urged the Super Eagles to approach their match against Gabon with confidence, bravery, and passion, adding that they should
Nigeria vs Gabon: Obi Mikel lists three things Super Eagles must do
target=_blank>Maurizio Micheli agrees to join Arsenal
Maurizio Micheli has agreed to join Arsenal as part of the recruitment team under director, Andrea Berta. According to Fabrizio Romano, the deal between both parties is set to be formally sealed soon. Micheli, head of the scouting department at Napoli, did an excellent job at the Serie A champions in recent years. However, the
Maurizio Micheli agrees to join Arsenal
target=_blank>2026 WCQ playoffs: Super Eagles vow not to play against Gabon as NFF row escalates
Super Eagles players have vowed not to play against Gabon in Thursday’s 2026 World Cup playoffs if their demands are not met. The squad refused to train on Tuesday over unpaid allowances, which reportedly spans several years. And as at this morning, the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, is yet to release an official statement. According
2026 WCQ playoffs: Super Eagles vow not to play against Gabon as NFF row escalates
target=_blank>Lookman impressed by love shown to Osimhen, wants to play for Galatasaray – Kızıltaş
Atalanta forward, Ademola Lookman, is impressed by the love shown to Victor Osimhen at Galatasaray and wants to play for the Turkish Super Lig champions. This was disclosed by Turkish Journalist Ferhat Kızıltaş, who provided information about the Lookman transfer. Lookman has been linked with a move to Galatasaray in 2026 ahead of the January
Lookman impressed by love shown to Osimhen, wants to play for Galatasaray – Kızıltaş
target=_blank>Roberto Mancini gets new coaching job
Former Manchester City and Italy coach, Roberto Mancini has accepted a coaching job with Al Sadd. According to Fabrizio Romano, Mancini will fly to Doha on Wednesday to sign in as the new Al Sadd head coach. The 60-year-old is making a return to the Middle East, having been briefly the manager of the Saudi
Roberto Mancini gets new coaching job
target=_blank>2026 WCQ Playoffs: We must stop Aubameyang – Iwobi speaks ahead Super Eagles vs Gabon
Alex Iwobi has said the Super Eagles must find a way of stopping Gabon star striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang in their 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs, DAILY POST reports. Aubameyang, 36, has starred for the Panthers in the qualifying series. The Olympic Marseille striker has scored seven goals in nine appearances for the West Africans. The
2026 WCQ Playoffs: We must stop Aubameyang – Iwobi speaks ahead Super Eagles vs Gabon
target=_blank>Transfer: There have been offers – Barcelona’s De Jong speaks on moving to the Premier League
Barcelona midfielder, Frenkie de Jong has ruled out any possibility of leaving the Catalan club for the English Premier League, EPL, in the near future. The 28-year-old also admitted that there have been offers for him from Premier League clubs. According to the Netherlands international, he is happy at Barcelona at the moment. De Jong
Transfer: There have been offers – Barcelona’s De Jong speaks on moving to the Premier League
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