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target=_blank>Ronaldo’s Al Nassr win first Saudi Pro League title in seven years
Cristiano Ronaldo lifted his first major trophy with Al Nassr after scoring twice in a commanding 4-1 victory over Damac on the final day of the season to seal the Saudi Pro League title.
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target=_blank>Foden, Palmer to miss out on England World Cup squad
Phil Foden and Cole Palmer are set to miss out on England’s 26-man squad for this summer’s World Cup when manager Thomas Tuchel names his final selection on Friday, according to a BBC report.
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target=_blank>10 oldest goalkeepers to feature at the FIFA World Cup
Goalkeepers often enjoy longer careers than outfield players, with experience and positioning helping them remain competitive well into their late 30s and even 40s.
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target=_blank>‘I’m shocked’ – Maguire reacts after omitted from England World Cup squad
Manchester United defender, Harry Maguire has expressed his disappointment after being left out of England’s squad for this summer’s World Cup by manager Thomas Tuchel.
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target=_blank>How much prize money will Arsenal earn for winning Premier League title?
Arsenal are set to receive a record financial reward after clinching the 2025/26 Premier League title, ending a 22-year wait to become champions of England once again.
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target=_blank>10 players with the most goals at the World Cup
Scoring goals at the FIFA World Cup is the ultimate test for football’s greatest players. But only a few have managed to consistently deliver on football’s biggest stage and etch their names into history.
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target=_blank>‘My son ran crying to me’ — Arteta reveals moment Arsenal won EPL title
Mikel Arteta said he was barbecuing alone in his garden when Arsenal ended their 22-year wait to win the Premier League this week.
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target=_blank>Neuer recalled to aid Germany World Cup bid
“Everyone knows the aura and quality Manu has, what he brings to a team,” Nagelsmann said at a squad announcement in Frankfurt.
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target=_blank>Europa League: Clubs with most trophies in history
Aston Villa etched their name into European football history on Wednesday after defeating SC Freiburg 3-0 in Turkey to win the 2025/26 UEFA Europa League title.
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target=_blank>Iran World Cup squad players start US visa process
At least four Iranian footballers and one of their entourage went to the US embassy in Ankara Thursday to submit visa applications for the World Cup, an AFP correspondent said.
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target=_blank>NPFL: Kwara United ready for relegation battle against Bayelsa United – Suleiman
Kwara United technical adviser, Ashifat Suleiman, has expressed his team’s determination to secure a positive result in their last game of the season against Bayelsa United. The Harmony Boys will be guests of Bayelsa United at the Samson Siasia Stadium, Yenagoa this weekend. Kwara United need a point from the game to secure their top-flight
NPFL: Kwara United ready for relegation battle against Bayelsa United – Suleiman
target=_blank>EPL: Guardiola ranked best manager in history ahead of Alex Ferguson Top 5
Arsenal legend, Paul Merson, has ranked Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola as the best manager in the history of the Premier League. Merson believes Guardiola is ahead of legendary Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson because the Spaniard has truly revolutionised the game of football. In his column for Sportskeeda, Merson said ahead of Man
EPL: Guardiola ranked best manager in history ahead of Alex Ferguson Top 5
target=_blank>2026 World Cup: Tuchel drops Cole Palmer, Foden from England squad
England manager, Thomas Tuchel, has excluded the duo of Cole Palmer (Chelsea) and Phil Foden (Manchester City) from his squad to the 2026 World Cup. Another major omission is Manchester United defender Harry Maguire. Tuchel will officially announced his 26-man squad on Friday. Foden was named in Tuchel’s previous squad in March, for the friendlies against
2026 World Cup: Tuchel drops Cole Palmer, Foden from England squad
target=_blank>EPL: Carrick reacts as Arteta wins title with Arsenal
Manchester United manager, Michael Carrick, has sent his congratulations to Arsenal after they won the 2025/26 Premier League title. Carrick, who inflicted one of the Gunners’ home defeats this season, said it was a reward for consistency. Mikel Arteta’s men were confirmed champions on Tuesday night, after Manchester City drew 1-1 at Bournemouth. It ends three consecutive
EPL: Carrick reacts as Arteta wins title with Arsenal
target=_blank>Super Eagles: Chelle adds two players to Unity Cup squad
Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has added two players to his squad for the Unity Cup in London, DAILY POST reports. KRC Genk winger Collins Yira Sor, and Shooting Stars defender Tijani Al-Ameen are the newest additions. Chelle named 27 players for the invitational tournament on Wednesday. Sor was part of the Super Eagles
Super Eagles: Chelle adds two players to Unity Cup squad
target=_blank>U-17 WWC: Flamingos discover potential group foes before Guinea clash
Nigeria’s Flamingos have discovered their potential group opponents at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. The African qualifiers is still in the second round stage, with four teams expected to book a spot at the competition. Nigeria will be away to Guinea in the first leg of the qualifying fixture in Abidjan this weekend.
U-17 WWC: Flamingos discover potential group foes before Guinea clash
target=_blank>EPL: Big miss, I’m sad to see Guardiola leave England – Merson
Arsenal legend, Paul Merson, has admitted that he is sad to see Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola leave England. Merson stated this in his column for Sportskeeda ahead of Manchester City’s final Premier League tie with Aston Villa on Sunday. Guardiola will leave Man City after their last game of the season against Aston Villa
EPL: Big miss, I’m sad to see Guardiola leave England – Merson
target=_blank>AIK denies Nigerian youngster Unity Cup chance
Swedish club AIK have stopped Zadok Yohanna from linking up with the Super Eagles for the Unity Cup in London, DAILY POST reports. Zadok was one of the several new players named in the Super Eagles squad for the international friendly tournament by head coach, Éric Chelle on Wednesday. The 18-year-old sustained a hamstring injury while
AIK denies Nigerian youngster Unity Cup chance
target=_blank>EPL final day: Merson predicts Palace vs Arsenal, Chelsea, Man United fixtures
Arsenal legend, Paul Merson, has predicted the 2025/26 Premier League final day fixtures taking place on Sunday. Arsenal were crowned the champions of the Premier League this season on Tuesday after Man City drew 1-1 with Bournemouth. But the Gunners will take on Crystal Palace in their final Premier League fixture for this season on Sunday evening. Stating his prediction
EPL final day: Merson predicts Palace vs Arsenal, Chelsea, Man United fixtures
target=_blank>EPL: Bonuses Arsenal players will get for winning title revealed
Arsenal’s squad are set to receive significant financial rewards after winning the Premier League title for the first time in over 20 years. According to The Times, players will earn around £6,000 per appearance, along with additional payments from a bonus pool built up across the season through league and cup success. Some players could
EPL: Bonuses Arsenal players will get for winning title revealed
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