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target=_blank>Burna Boy, Shakira’s ‘Dai Dai’ becomes highest-charting FIFA World Cup song
Nigerian singer and Grammy Award winner, Burna Boy, has made history with the song “Dai Dai” done in collaboration with Colombian star Shakira which has become the highest-charting World Cup song.
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target=_blank>World Cup: IFAB admits VAR error after controversial Embolo red card against Argentina
The International Football Association Board (IFAB) has issued a clarification on the use of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) following controversial officiating decisions at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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target=_blank>Diaz, Olise set to stay at Bayern – CEO
Bayern Munich CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen said Tuesday it would be “foolish” to let Luis Diaz leave while confirming Michael Olise would stay with the Bundesliga champions next season.
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target=_blank>Mancini named new Italy national team coach
Roberto Mancini has been named the head coach of Italy’s national team for a second time, tasked with revitalising the Azzurri who have missed out on the last three World Cups, FIGC president Giovanni Malago said Tuesday.
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target=_blank>Gvardiol signs new deal to stay at Man City until 2031
The Croatia international, whose previous deal had two years left to run, is now committed until 2031, with the option of an additional 12 months.
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target=_blank>Why Egypt women have seven stars on their badge despite never winning WAFCON
Egypt’s women’s national football team has attracted attention at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) for wearing seven stars above its badge despite never winning the continental tournament.
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target=_blank>Pedro bags three as Alonso starts Chelsea reign with 6-4 win over Western Sydney Wanderers
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso got his reign off to winning start on Tuesday in a dramatic 6-4 victory over Western Sydney Wanderers with Brazilian striker Joao Pedro scoring a nine-minute hat-trick late in the game to ensure victory.
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target=_blank>Full list: Footballers who are married to female footballers
Professional football demands long hours of training, constant travel and intense competition, making it difficult for players to balance their careers with personal relationships.
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target=_blank>Real Madrid in negotiations to buy Leipzig’s Diomande, source reveals
Diomande, 19, is under contract until 2030 in Leipzig but has become one of European football’s hottest properties, particularly after starring for Ivory Coast at the World Cup.
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target=_blank>‘Only job I wanted’, says new France coach Zidane
Zinedine Zidane was appointed France coach on Tuesday, as widely expected, following the departure of Didier Deschamps, the French Football Federation (FFF) announced.
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target=_blank>Transfer: Beşiktaş deny receiving Saudi bid for Ndidi
Beşiktaş sporting director, Önder Özent said no club has submitted a bid for Super Eagles captain, Wilfred Ndidi, DAILY POST reports. Ndidi has been consistently linked with a move away from the Turkish Super Lig giants this summer. Saudi Arabia Premier League club Al-Ittihad are reported to have submitted a bid for the defensive midfielder,
Transfer: Beşiktaş deny receiving Saudi bid for Ndidi
target=_blank>Why I snubbed every offer to wait for France job – Zidane
French football icon, Zinedine Zidane has disclosed that he turned down multiple offers to assume the role of national team coach, noting that it was the sole position he desired and patiently waited for a chance to occupy. In a press conference following his appointment as the new head coach of France, Zidane said coaching
Why I snubbed every offer to wait for France job – Zidane
target=_blank>NPFL: Kano Pillars set to sign goalkeeper Obassa from Remo Stars
Benin Republic goalkeeper, Obassa Adebiyi, is nearing a move to Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, side Kano Pillars. Obassa is already training with Sai Masu Gida amid speculation over his future. The shot stopper is determined to remain in the NPFL following Remo Stars’ relegation last season. Obassa is hoping to reunite with head coach,
NPFL: Kano Pillars set to sign goalkeeper Obassa from Remo Stars
target=_blank>Transfer: Xabi Alonso speaks on Chelsea’s interest in Henderson, Welbeck
Chelsea boss, Xabi Alonso has responded to speculation about the club’s interest in some experienced players like Jordan Henderson and Danny Welbeck. Chelsea are being linked with former Liverpool midfielder, Jordan Henderson and Manchester United’s former striker, Welbeck Xabi Alonso led Chelsea to the preseason clash against Western Sydney Wanderers in Australia on Tuesday and after the
Transfer: Xabi Alonso speaks on Chelsea’s interest in Henderson, Welbeck
target=_blank>Transfer: What Real Madrid star, Vinicius Jr told friends about Arsenal move
Real Madrid forward, Vinicius Junior, has told his close associates his intention to settle his future this summer, aiming to avoid the possibility of departing Real Madrid on a free transfer in a year. The 26-year-old forward has only one year left on his current contract at the Bernabeu, and Premier League champions Arsenal have
Transfer: What Real Madrid star, Vinicius Jr told friends about Arsenal move
target=_blank>Transfer: Hampton signs two-year contract with Chelsea
England No. 1, Hannah Hampton, has committed her future to Chelsea by signing a new two-year contract. Since arriving from Aston Villa in 2023, Hampton has won five trophies at Stamford Bridge from Aston Villa in 2023. “I’m really happy. Chelsea have always been my dream club to play for in England so to be
Transfer: Hampton signs two-year contract with Chelsea
target=_blank>WAFCON 2026: Malawi won’t fear Super Falcons — Chawinga
Malawi captain Tabitha Chawinga has said the Scorchers must be brave in their approach when they face Nigeria’s Super Falcons, DAILY POST reports Lovemore Fazili’s side will take on the defending champions in their first-ever Women’s Africa Cup of Nations game at the Al Madina Stadium, Rabat tonight. The Group C encounter will kick-off at 9pm
WAFCON 2026: Malawi won’t fear Super Falcons — Chawinga
target=_blank>WAFCON: Seven facts to know ahead Nigeria vs Malawi
Ten-time champions Nigeria will begin the defence of their CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, WAFCON, crown against debutants Malawi on Tuesday (today). The match will be played at Al Madina Stadium in Rabat. Nigeria and Malawi are in Group C alongside Egypt and Zambia. DAILY POST brings you seven facts about the Nigeria vs Malawi clash:
WAFCON: Seven facts to know ahead Nigeria vs Malawi
target=_blank>WAFU B U-20 Championship: Flying Eagles must not underrate Togo – Maikaba
Flying Eagles head coach, Abdu Maikaba has shifted attention to the team’s second Group B fixture against the Sparrow Hawks of Togo. The defending champions started their title defence at the 2026 WAFU B U-20 Championship with a thrilling 4-2 victory over eternal rivals, Black Satellites of Ghana on Monday. Muiz Adeleke (brace), Olayemi Ayinla, and
WAFU B U-20 Championship: Flying Eagles must not underrate Togo – Maikaba
target=_blank>NPFL: Algerian club USM Khenchela move to sign Shooting Stars midfielder
Junior Ayobami is reported to be attracting interest from Algerian side USM Khenchela, DAILY POST reports. USM Khenchela are keen to sign the midfielder following the expiration of his contract with Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, side Shooting Stars. Ayobami played an important role in Shooting Stars’ qualification for the CAF Confederation cup last season.
NPFL: Algerian club USM Khenchela move to sign Shooting Stars midfielder
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