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target=_blank>Bernardo Silva signs two-year deal with Real Madrid
Silva had left Manchester City after nine trophy-laden years when the 31-year-old’s contract expired at the end of last season.
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target=_blank>I feel bad not playing at 2026 World Cup – Osimhen
Victor Osimhen has spoken publicly for the first time about Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, admitting that the disappointment has been difficult for both him and his Super Eagles teammates.
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target=_blank>Serena Williams defeated in Berlin ahead of Wimbledon return
Serena Williams suffered a straight sets defeat in the Berlin Open doubles on Tuesday, hours after the confirmation of her return to Wimbledon to play alongside her older sister Venus.
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target=_blank>AC Milan appoint Ruben Amorim as head coach after Man Utd exit
Italian giants AC Milan have confirmed the appointment of Ruben Amorim as their new head coach, ending weeks of speculation following reports that the former Manchester United manager was set to take over at the San Siro.
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target=_blank>‘If football didn’t work out for me, I was finished’ — Ola Aina
Nigeria defender Ola Aina has admitted that football was his only realistic path to success, revealing that he struggled academically and had little confidence that he would have excelled outside the sport.
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target=_blank>Serena Williams to play doubles with sister Venus at Wimbledon
Serena Williams will play at Wimbledon for the first time since 2022 after the American legend was given a wildcard to play the doubles event with her sister Venus on Tuesday.
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target=_blank>Rudiger extends Real Madrid deal
The 33-year-old centre-back signed for Real Madrid from Chelsea in 2022, after playing for Stuttgart and Roma.
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target=_blank>Crystal Palace appoint 47-year-old Sage as manager
Sage agreed a three-year contract with the Premier League club having impressed at French side Lens last term.
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target=_blank>Sevilla’s Mir sentenced to 8.5 years in prison for sexual assault
Sevilla striker Rafa Mir has been sentenced to eight-and-a-half years in prison after being convicted of sexual assault and bodily harm, the Valencian community High Court of Justice said Monday.
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target=_blank>Ruben Amorim to take reins at AC Milan, set to sign two-year deal
Ruben Amorim is on the verge of a return to the dugout after reportedly reaching an agreement to become the next manager of AC Milan.
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target=_blank>NWFL: Bayelsa Queens set to sack head coach Ogbonda
Bayelsa Queens are set to part ways with their head coach Whyte Ogbonda, DAILY POST reports. The Prosperity Girls surrendered their title at the Nigeria Women Football League, NWFL, playoff to Edo Queens following a 0-0 draw against Rivers Angels on the final of the competition. Bayelsa Queens finished second in the tournament with eight
NWFL: Bayelsa Queens set to sack head coach Ogbonda
target=_blank>World Cup 2026: ‘He’s not fit’ – Martinez confirms Portugal player to miss DR Congo clash
Portugal head coach, Roberto Martinez, has confirmed that defender Ruben Dias is not fit to play for their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener against DR Congo on Wednesday evening. Dias sustained an injury in the final days leading up to Portugal’s clash with DR Congo. The Manchester City star had featured in Portugal’s final two pre-World Cup
World Cup 2026: ‘He’s not fit’ – Martinez confirms Portugal player to miss DR Congo clash
target=_blank>2026 World Cup: Ronaldo under pressure against DR Congo after Messi’s hat-trick
Portugal captain, Cristiano Ronaldo, will lead his team out against DR Congo in their 2026 World Cup opener on Wednesday, knowing that his eternal rival Lionel Messi has already made his mark at the tournament. Messi netted a stunning hat-trick as Argentina began the defence of their title with a 3-0 win over Algeria. It was
2026 World Cup: Ronaldo under pressure against DR Congo after Messi’s hat-trick
target=_blank>World Cup: ‘I play to make history’ – Mbappe makes demand after France beat Senegal
France captain, Kylian Mbappe, has urged his teammates to always maintain composure regarding what they need to do after beating Senegal in the World Cup encounter on Tuesday. Speaking to the media after France’s 3-1 win over Senegal, Mbappe also insisted that he plays to make history for his country. A brace from Mbappe and
World Cup: ‘I play to make history’ – Mbappe makes demand after France beat Senegal
target=_blank>World Cup 2026: Messi sets three records after scoring hat-trick for Argentina against Algeria
Argentina captain, Lionel Messi, in the early hours of today, set three records in the World Cup after scoring a hat-trick in his side’s 3-0 win over Algeria. A first-half goal and a brace in the second half ensured Argentina defeated Algeria at the Kansas City Stadium. Following the final whistle, Messi is now the
World Cup 2026: Messi sets three records after scoring hat-trick for Argentina against Algeria
target=_blank>President Federation Cup: Osanga declares Nasarawa United ready for Ikorodu City clash
Nasarawa United captain King Osanga has declared the team’s readiness for the President Federation Cup semi-final clash against Ikorodu City, DAILY POST reports. The encounter is slated for Wednesday (today) at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin City. The Solid Miners are targeting a place in the final of Nigeria’s oldest football competition for the third time. Osanga
President Federation Cup: Osanga declares Nasarawa United ready for Ikorodu City clash
target=_blank>2026 World Cup: Ghana lose appeal to allow Partey play against Panama
A Federal High Court in Canada has upheld the decision to deny Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey entry into the country. This means Partey will not play in the Black Stars’ 2026 FIFA World Cup opening game against Panama on Wednesday The ruling was delivered on Tuesday, following an appeal hearing in which Partey’s legal team
2026 World Cup: Ghana lose appeal to allow Partey play against Panama
target=_blank>2026 World Cup: It doesn’t make sense – Thierry Henry speaks on Messi’s hat-trick
Former France striker, Thierry Henry, has hailed Argentina’s Lionel Messi following his hat-trick against Algeria at the 2026 World Cup. Messi netted all three goals as the defending champions thrashed the Desert Foxes in their first game. It made him the oldest player to achieve the feat at the World Cup. Speaking on Fox TV,
2026 World Cup: It doesn’t make sense – Thierry Henry speaks on Messi’s hat-trick
target=_blank>2026 World Cup: Why I cried after scoring against Algeria – Messi
Argentina captain, Lionel Messi, has revealed that he cried after scoring the first goal in their 3-0 thrashing of Algeria, due to personal reasons. Messi grabbed his first World Cup hat-trick, as the defending champions won their first fixture in convincing fashion. After giving Albeceleste the lead, the 38-year-old became visibly emotional. But the Inter
2026 World Cup: Why I cried after scoring against Algeria – Messi
target=_blank>Golden Eaglets open camp for WAFU B U-17 tourney
Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets have opened camp for the 2026 WAFU B U-17 Boys Championship, DAILY POST reports. The regional tournament will serve as the qualifier for the 2027 Africa U-17 Cup of Nations. Nigeria has failed to qualify for the last two editions of the competition. The Golden Eaglets are training at the Gold Project
Golden Eaglets open camp for WAFU B U-17 tourney
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