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target=_blank>I’d love to return to school, get a degree — Osimhen
The 27-year-old noted that a football career is relatively short, making it important for players to prepare for life after retirement.
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target=_blank>Colombia star Campaz receives death threats after World Cup miss; revives Escobar memories
“My Colombia, please let us never lose sight of respect. We may think differently or feel frustration and sadness, but no passion justifies hatred or living in fear,” he wrote in Spanish translated to English.
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target=_blank>Yamal aims to steal Mbappe’s World Cup thunder in semi-final showdown
Lamine Yamal is hoping to emulate Kylian Mbappe by winning the World Cup as a teenager, but first his Spain side will have to get the better of France and their superstar captain in Tuesday’s semi-final.
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target=_blank>Uruguay announce Diego Forlan as new coach
Uruguay has appointed legendary former striker Diego Forlan as interim head coach of the national team following Marcelo Bielsa’s resignation after La Celeste’s disappointing group-stage exit at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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target=_blank>‘Let him say whatever he wants’ – Konate slams Yamal ahead of Spain clash
France defender Ibrahima Konate has brushed aside Lamine Yamal’s bold pre-match comments as the reigning European champions prepare to face Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final on Tuesday.
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target=_blank>Nwabali returns to Chippa United five months after mutual exit
Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has completed a return to South African side Chippa United ahead of the 2026/27 season.
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target=_blank>2026 World Cup: FIFA issues Golden Boot update as Mbappe, Messi chase award
FIFA has confirmed that France captain Kylian Mbappé currently holds the advantage over Argentina skipper Lionel Messi in the race for the Golden Boot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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target=_blank>FIFA to consider expanding 2030 World Cup to 64 teams
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has confirmed that world football’s governing body will examine a proposal to expand the FIFA World Cup to 64 teams for the 2030 edition following the conclusion of the ongoing 2026 tournament.
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target=_blank>England, Argentina to renew bitter rivalry in World Cup semi-final
England and Argentina will meet on Wednesday in a blockbuster World Cup semi-final infused with decades of bitter rivalry after they battled past Norway and Switzerland respectively in the quarter-finals.
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target=_blank>England, Argentina to renew bitter rivalry in World Cup semi-final
The winner of that game will take on the victor of France’s semi-final with Spain — they meet in Texas on Tuesday — in the final on July 19.
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target=_blank>2026 World Cup: Why England will beat Argentina – Ian Wright, Gary Neville
Former England internationals Ian Wright and Gary Neville have predicted that The Three lions will beat Argentina in the semi-final of the 2026 World Cup. England needed extra time to eliminate Norway with a 2-1 scoreline in the quarter-finals. Thomas Tuchel’s men are looking to win the trophy for the first time in 60 years.
2026 World Cup: Why England will beat Argentina – Ian Wright, Gary Neville
target=_blank>Transfer: Tielemans in shock move to Man Utd after Ederson deal collapses
Manchester United are in advanced talks to sign Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa. According to The Athletic, all parties are keen to finalize the transfer as soon as possible. Tielemans represented Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, where they were eliminated by Spain last weekend. The 29-year-old is now set to play his club football
Transfer: Tielemans in shock move to Man Utd after Ederson deal collapses
target=_blank>Transfer: Belgian club Genk plot move for Durosinmi
Belgian Pro League club KRC Genk are interested in signing Nigerian striker Rafiu Durosinmi this summer, DAILY POST reports. Durosinmi only moved to Pisa from Czech outfit Viktoria Plzen in January. The 23-year-old has however been tipped to leave the modest side following their relegation from Serie A. According to Belgian news outlet, Het Nieuwsblad, Genk
Transfer: Belgian club Genk plot move for Durosinmi
target=_blank>2026 World Cup: I feel it in my bones – Joe Cole predicts Argentina vs England semi-final
Former Chelsea playmaker, Joe Cole, is confident that England will beat Argentina in the semi-final of the 2026 World Cup. The Three Lions claimed a narrow 2-1 victory over Norway in the quarter-final, while Lionel Messi and co needed extra time to see off 10-man Switzerland. Cole, speaking on The Rest Is Football podcast, is
2026 World Cup: I feel it in my bones – Joe Cole predicts Argentina vs England semi-final
target=_blank>2026 World Cup: Argentina ‘submit special request’ to FIFA ahead of England semi-final
Argentina have made a special request to FIFA about their kits ahead of the 2026 World Cup semi-final clash against England. The current holders beat Switzerland 3-1 to book their place. Albiceleste will take on the Three Lions, who edged a 2-1 win over Norway in the quarter-final. According to journalist Gaston Edul, Argentina have
2026 World Cup: Argentina ‘submit special request’ to FIFA ahead of England semi-final
target=_blank>Transfer: Arokodare not keen on Turkey switch
Wolves striker, Tolu Arokodare has made it clear he will not consider a move to Trabzonspor, DAILY POST reports. Arokodare could leave the Old Gold this summer following their relegation from the Premier League last season. Trabzonspor are keen to sign the Nigeria international this summer after failing to land him in the past. The
Transfer: Arokodare not keen on Turkey switch
target=_blank>Transfer: Man Utd to confirm signing Cristian Orozco
Manchester United are set to formally announce the signing of Cristian Orozco, according to the Daily Express. A deal for the teenager is expected to be completed next week. Last September, United reached a pre-contract agreement with Orozco, subject to him turning 18. The Colombian central midfielder will mark his 18th birthday on Monday. United are
Transfer: Man Utd to confirm signing Cristian Orozco
target=_blank>World Cup 2026: England ranked third-best team
Former Scotland striker, Ally McCoist, has ranked England as the third-best team at the 2026 World Cup. McCoist spoke on The Rest is Football ahead of England’s World Cup semi-final clash with Argentina on Wednesday. According to him, the Three Lions are behind France, who are the best team at the World Cup, adding that Thomas
World Cup 2026: England ranked third-best team
target=_blank>WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons set up camp in Casablanca
Nigeria’s Super Falcons will begin preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Casablanca on Monday (today), DAILY POST reports. Head coach, Justine Madugu unveiled a 25-player squad for the competition last Friday. All the 25 players included in the squad are expected to start arriving camp today. The Super Falcons are expected to move to
WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons set up camp in Casablanca
target=_blank>Transfer: Laporta speaks on Raphinha leaving Barcelona after Gordon, Adeyemi’s arrivals
Barcelona president, Joan Laporta, has ruled out any possibility of Raphinha leaving the club this summer transfer window. Laporte insisted that the arrivals of Anthony Gordon and Karim Adeyemi to Barcelona don’t mean Raphinha is leaving the LaLiga champions this summer. Barcelona recently signed Gordon from Premier League side Newcastle United this summer. The Blaugrana
Transfer: Laporta speaks on Raphinha leaving Barcelona after Gordon, Adeyemi’s arrivals
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