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target=_blank>Liverpool close to hiring Slot’s replacement Iraola – Reports
Liverpool are in advanced talks with former Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola as they seek a replacement for Arne Slot, according to reports on Tuesday.
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target=_blank>What time of the day in Nigeria will 2026 World Cup matches be played?
Nigerian football fans will need to prepare for a mix of evening, late-night and early-morning viewing when the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off across the United States, Canada and Mexico.
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target=_blank>Southampton coach Eckert takes blame for ‘spygate’
“For everything that has happened, I do want to apologise and I hold my hand up because as head coach I am responsible.
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target=_blank>Semenyo, Partey named in Ghana World Cup squad
Manchester City’s Antoine Semenyo and former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey were included in Ghana’s World Cup squad as coach Carlos Queiroz left it to the last minute to finalise his 26-man selection.
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target=_blank>Super Eagles begin training for Poland, Portugal friendlies
The Super Eagles have opened camp in Warsaw, Poland, as they prepare for their international friendlies against Poland and Portugal.
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target=_blank>‘Pleasure comes after victory’ – Anthony Joshua says as Fury fight looms
The pair are heading for a long-awaited ‘Battle of Britain’, probably in November, but before both boxers are eyeing a warm-up fight.
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target=_blank>Countdown to 2026 FIFA World Cup: Norway, Haaland back with a bang
With eight victories out of eight in Group I in European qualifying, Norway was one of just four teams to earn a spot in North America
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target=_blank>10 football law changes to take place in 2026 World Cup
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup set to kick off across the United States, Canada and Mexico, football’s lawmakers, the International Football Association Board (IFAB), have approved a series of rule changes aimed at reducing time-wasting, improving officiating and speeding up the game.
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target=_blank>Arsenal unveil 3 signings for next season
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has revealed that Arsenal are preparing for a busy summer transfer window, with at least three new signings expected ahead of the 2026/27 season.
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target=_blank>Why PSG players wore Ski Goggles in Champions League celebration
PSG players sparked curiosity during their UEFA Champions League title celebrations after several stars were seen wearing protective ski-style goggles following their victory over Arsenal in the final.
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target=_blank>Transfer: Brighton in negotiations to sign Nigerian youngster
Brighton are in advanced talks to sign Nigerian youngster Zadok Yohanna from Swedish club, AIK, DAILY POST reports. AIk are demanding a fee in the region of €20m for Yohanna. The winger also has suitors elsewhere in the Premier League, along with clubs in Germany and Spain. Brighton are however ahead of the queue, according to
Transfer: Brighton in negotiations to sign Nigerian youngster
target=_blank>EPL: Galatasaray demand €150m for Osimhen with Chelsea keen on Super Eagles striker
Chelsea have joined the race to sign Victor Osimhen from Galatasaray, according to Soccernet. It is believed that the Turkish giants have slapped a €150m transfer fee on Osimhen. This comes amid comments made by the head coach of the Super Eagles, Eric Chelle. Chelle claimed he did not invite Osimhen for the friendlies against
EPL: Galatasaray demand €150m for Osimhen with Chelsea keen on Super Eagles striker
target=_blank>Friendly: Oshoala, two others arrive Super Falcons’ Ikenne camp
Experienced striker, Asisat Oshoala is among the arrivals at the Super Falcons Ikenne camp as the team gear up for the friendlies against Senegal, DAILY POST reports Two other players, Shukurat Oladipo, and Kafayat Shittu have also arrived camp. Head coach Justine Madugu is expecting a full compliment of the 23 invited players in camp
Friendly: Oshoala, two others arrive Super Falcons’ Ikenne camp
target=_blank>LaLiga: Things might be different – Rodri speaks on joining Real Madrid
Manchester City midfielder, Rodri, has responded to speculations linking him with a summer move to Real Madrid. Rodri insists that he would only take decisions on his future after the 2026 World Cup. By the end of the tournament in North America, the 29-year-old would have less than one year left on his contract with
LaLiga: Things might be different – Rodri speaks on joining Real Madrid
target=_blank>Super Eagles: Millwall stop Azeez from Poland, Portugal friendlies
Sky Bet Championship side, Millwall have stopped Femi Azeez from featuring in the Super Eagles friendlies against Poland and Portugal, DAILY POST reports. Azeez was drafted in as a replacement for Samuel Chukwueze after impressing at the Unity Cup invitational tournament. The talented winger scored a brace for the Super Eagles on his debut against
Super Eagles: Millwall stop Azeez from Poland, Portugal friendlies
target=_blank>2026 Ballon d’Or: Harry Kane names top two favourites to win award
Bayern Munich striker, Harry Kane, has picked himself and team-mate, Michael Olise, as two of the top contenders to win the 2026 Ballon d’Or award. Kane also claimed their competition would come from Paris Saint-Germain, who have retained the Champions League title. According to him, an English player could “surely” win it, if the Three
2026 Ballon d’Or: Harry Kane names top two favourites to win award
target=_blank>EPL: You need him – Micah Richards names striker Arteta should sign for Arsenal
Former Manchester City defender, Micah Richards, has urged Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta to sign Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez after the Gunners failed to win the UEFA Champions League this season. Speaking on ‘The Rest Is Football’ podcast, Richards insisted that Arteta needs another striker to bolster his attacking options for next season. Arsenal currently
EPL: You need him – Micah Richards names striker Arteta should sign for Arsenal
target=_blank>Three debutants impress as Chelle blends NPFL, foreign stars to win Unity Cup
The 2026 Unity Cup ended over the weekend, with Nigeria emerging as champions after beating Jamaica in the final at The Valley in London. The Super Eagles entered the four-nation tournament as favourites after winning it last year. They defeated Zimbabwe 2-0 in the semi-final encounter to progress to the final, where they played against Jamaica,
Three debutants impress as Chelle blends NPFL, foreign stars to win Unity Cup
target=_blank>World Cup 2026: Supercomputer predicts favourite to win trophy in US Top 10
A Supercomputer has predicted the favourite countries to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup. United States, Mexico and Canada will jointly host the competition, marking the first World Cup to feature an expanded 48-team field. This year’s World Cup will consist of 12 groups of four nations and a record 104 matches. The tournament will
World Cup 2026: Supercomputer predicts favourite to win trophy in US Top 10
target=_blank>Transfer: Two players in Real Madrid’s list of right-backs to sign after Carvajal’s exit
Two players have been included in Real Madrid’s list of right-backs to sign this summer transfer window. According to football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano, the two players are Inter Milan’s Denzel Dumfries and Tottenham Hotspur’s Pedro Porro. Real Madrid are planning to sign a right back this summer following the departure of Dani Carvajal from
Transfer: Two players in Real Madrid’s list of right-backs to sign after Carvajal’s exit
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