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target=_blank>Flamingos to resume camp ahead of Benin W/Cup qualifier showdown

The team will resume training at the Remo Stars Sports Institute in Ikenne following a short break after their dominant performance against Guinea in the previous qualifying round.
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target=_blank>Benfica say farewell to Mourinho as Real Madrid return nears

Benfica on Tuesday parted company with coach Jose Mourinho, who is close to returning to Real Madrid, and announced an agreement with Fulham boss Marco Silva to replace him.
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target=_blank>Portugal vs Nigeria – date, time, venue and where to watch

The Super Eagles will conclude their June international window with a high-profile friendly against Portugal as Eric Chelle’s side continue preparations for future competitions following their impressive recent run of results.
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target=_blank>Olympic Qualifiers: Comoros set up Super Falcons clash after beating Sudan 30–0

Comoros will face Nigeria’s Super Falcons in the next round of the 2028 Olympic Games qualifiers after producing a historic 30–0 aggregate win over Sudan in the first round.
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target=_blank>Spain, France qualify for 2027 Women’s World Cup as England wait

World champions Spain and France booked their tickets to the 2027 Women’s World Cup in Brazil on Tuesday, but England missed out on automatic qualification despite beating Ukraine.
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target=_blank>Ndidi reveals what Portugal friendly means to Super Eagles

Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi has described Nigeria’s international friendly against Portugal as a “massive test” as Eric Chelle’s side prepare to face Cristiano Ronaldo and one of Europe’s strongest teams on Wednesday night.
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target=_blank>Serena Williams makes winning return in Queen’s Club doubles

Serena Williams made a winning return to tennis after four years in retirement as the American legend partnered Victoria Mboko in a first-round doubles victory at the Queen’s Club on Tuesday.
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target=_blank>Atletico reject Real Madrid’s €150m move for Julian Alvarez

Atletico Madrid have turned down a €150 million (£129 million) bid from city rivals Real Madrid for star forward Julian Alvarez, as competition for the Argentine’s signature intensifies ahead of the new season.
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target=_blank>Platini sues FIFA, Infantino over corruption allegations

Former UEFA president Michel Platini has launched legal proceedings against FIFA and its president, Gianni Infantino, over corruption allegations that he claims destroyed his chances of leading world football.
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target=_blank>5 things to know about Somali referee Omar Artan denied US entry

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup set to commence this week, one of the tournament’s biggest off-field controversies involves Somali referee Omar Artan, who was denied entry into the United States despite being selected to officiate at football’s biggest event.
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target=_blank>World Cup 2026: Terry slams Tuchel’s selection, says 11 players not good enough

Chelsea legend, John Terry, has criticized four of England manager, Thomas Tuchel’s World Cup picks. Terry also claimed that eleven players in the England World Cup squad are not good enough to be in the list. In May, Tuchel released a 26-man squad to represent the Three Lions at the World Cup, leaving out big
World Cup 2026: Terry slams Tuchel’s selection, says 11 players not good enough

target=_blank>NWFL: Bayelsa Queens beat Rivers Angels to end barren streak

Holders Bayelsa Queens recorded their first win in the Nigeria Women Football League, NWFL, Super Six playoff courtesy of a 2-1 victory over Rivers Angels. The Prosperity Girls showed resilience and character to reclaim the lead after being pegged back in the second half. Chiamaka Ezekwugo opened the scoring for Bayelsa Queens with a powerful
NWFL: Bayelsa Queens beat Rivers Angels to end barren streak

target=_blank>World Cup 2026: They’re above others – Wenger names country to win trophy

Former Arsenal manager, Arsene Wenger, has named France as the favourites to win the World Cup this year. Wenger believes Didier Deschamps’ side is above all other teams in the tournament. “I put them above the others. France have so much talent, and Deschamps has experience,” Wenger told Le Figaro when speaking about the favourites
World Cup 2026: They’re above others – Wenger names country to win trophy

target=_blank>World Cup 2026: Ronaldo, Messi lead list of highest-paid players Top 11

Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo and Argentina skipper, Lionel Messi, are leading the list of highest-paid players at the 2026 World Cup. Ronaldo is number one on the list with estimated pre-tax and pre-agent fee earnings of $295 million over the past 12 months, according to Sportico. This primarily comes from his contract with Saudi Pro
World Cup 2026: Ronaldo, Messi lead list of highest-paid players Top 11

target=_blank>Arsenal close in on Arnaldo Abrantes, Chelsea defender returns as Alonso arrives

Arsenal are closing in on appointing former Olympic sprinter Arnaldo Abrantes as the Gunners’ new first-team doctor after the sacking of Zafar Iqbal. The Telegraph reports that Abrantes is now poised for the job. Abrantes is understood to have left his most recent position as the head of medical services at Aston Villa following the
Arsenal close in on Arnaldo Abrantes, Chelsea defender returns as Alonso arrives

target=_blank>EPL: Chelsea confirm four players to leave club as Xabi Alonso arrives

Chelsea have officially confirmed that four players will leave the club at the expiration of their current contracts on June 30. This was revealed in a statement posted on its X handle on Wednesday. The Stamford Bridge outfit unveiled its retained and released list, following the end of the 2025/26 season. According to the statement, “Defender Brodi Hughes
EPL: Chelsea confirm four players to leave club as Xabi Alonso arrives

target=_blank>EPL: Chelsea announce departure of four players from Stamford Bridge

Chelsea officially announced on Wednesday that four of their players will depart Stamford Bridge when their current contracts expire at the end of June. A statement released by the Premier League West London club Wednesday, named the palyers as Brodi Hughes, Richard Olise, Jimi Tauriainen and Sam Rak-Sakyi. Hughes, a defender, joined Chelsea as an Under-8, 13 years ago and
EPL: Chelsea announce departure of four players from Stamford Bridge

target=_blank>U-17 WWCQ: Flamingos return to camp Sunday for Benin Republic test

Nigeria’s Flamingos will resume camping on Sunday for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup final qualifying round fixture against Benin Republic, DAILY POST reports. Akeem Busari’s side recently embarked on a short break following their emphatic victory over Guinea in the previous round. They will now return to the Remo Stars Sports Institute for
U-17 WWCQ: Flamingos return to camp Sunday for Benin Republic test

target=_blank>NWFL Playoff: Edo Queens go top after Abia Angels rout

Edo Queens moved to the summit of the Nigeria Women’s Football League, NWFL, playoff table following a comprehensive 6-2 victory over Abia Angels on Wednesday. It was the 2024 champions’ second win in the competition. Moses Aduku’s side now have six points from three games which put them in a good position to win the
NWFL Playoff: Edo Queens go top after Abia Angels rout

target=_blank>EPL: Man Utd announce six players leaving club this summer Full list

Manchester United have officially announced the names of players who will be leaving the Premier League club as free agents this summer. They are Jadon Sancho, Casemiro, Tyrell Malacia, Sonny Aljofree, James Bailey and Malachi Sharpe. This was confirmed in a club statement on Wednesday morning. It read: “Casemiro has enjoyed four seasons at the club, playing
EPL: Man Utd announce six players leaving club this summer Full list

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