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target=_blank>6 countries going to 2026 World Cup without any home-based player
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, six participating nations stand out for a remarkable reason: not one player in their squads plays club football in their home country’s domestic league.
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target=_blank>Revealed: How much clubs will earn from players at 2026 FIFA World Cup
The payments form part of FIFA’s expanded Club Benefits Programme, which has been increased to $355 million for the 2026 World Cup cycle.
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target=_blank>Iran World Cup squad heads to Mexico as US visa row erupts
The row erupted just days before the June 11 start of the 2026 World Cup, which is being jointly hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada.
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target=_blank>Iran slams US ‘discriminatory treatment’ over World Cup visa refusals for staff
“You have now escalated the deliberate and discriminatory treatment against Iran’s national football team to its highest level,” the embassy added.
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target=_blank>Full list: African countries with most World Cup wins
Full list: African countries with most World Cup wins
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target=_blank>Messi could return before World Cup opener, Scaloni reveals
“Leo is doing well, he has already trained partly with the group, he’s no longer completely separated,” Scaloni said.
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target=_blank>FIFA to allow disposable water bottles at World Cup games after outcry
FIFA said Friday it will allow fans to bring one “soft, plastic” disposable water bottle into World Cup venues after its ban on refillable bottles sparked an outcry.
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target=_blank>Poland vs Nigeria: Okoye’s critics didn’t watch match – Chelle
Head coach of the sSuper Eagles Eric Chelle has fired back at critics of Maduka Okoye in the 2-2 draw against Poland.
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target=_blank>It’s a shame not to be at 2026 W/Cup – Super Eagles star
A record ten African teams will be at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico, Canada and the United States of America when they tournament begins next week. Flying the African flag will be Algeria, Cape Verde, Congo DR, Côte d’Ivoire, Egypt, Ghana, Morocco, Senegal, South Africa and Tunisia. Nigeria one of the power houses
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target=_blank>Unforgettable moments of Okpekpe 2026
Okpekpe Road Race had their fill. The contest was fierce. Expectedly, athletes from the horn of Africa dismissed the strong showing of their east African counterparts and dominated the field as Ethiopia’s Mama Lama and Silenet Bitwe won the men’s and women’s categories.
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target=_blank>Friendly: Payne excited to end Super Falcons goal drought against Senegal
Everton midfielder Toni Payne is full of excitement after opening her goal account for the Super Falcons, DAILY POST reports. Payne scored Nigeria’s second goal in Friday night’s 2-1 friendly win over Senegal at the Remo Stars Sports Complex in Ikenne. Asisat Oshoala gave Nigeria the lead from the spot in the 32nd minute. Payne doubled Justine Madugu’s
Friendly: Payne excited to end Super Falcons goal drought against Senegal
target=_blank>Transfer: Arsenal only realistic option for Julian Alvarez
Arsenal has been identified as the only realistic option for Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez this summer. The Sun reports that the Argentina international, however, is not considering a move to the Premier League North London club. Alvarez has been linked with both Arsenal and Barcelona in the transfer window. Barcelona’s opening bid of £86.4
Transfer: Arsenal only realistic option for Julian Alvarez
target=_blank>Transfer: Nigerian midfielder completes move to Libyan Club Al- Ittihad SC
Nigerian midfielder, Onuche Ogbelu has joined Libyan giants Al -Ittihad SC on a permanent transfer, DAILY POST reports. Ogbelu, who left Tunisian powerhouse Esperance following the expiration of his contract put pen to paper on a three-year contract with Al-Ittihad. The 23-year-old linked up with Esperance from Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, side Nasarawa United
Transfer: Nigerian midfielder completes move to Libyan Club Al- Ittihad SC
target=_blank>‘It may force sale of Zubimendi or Rice’ – Monreal warns Arsenal against signing Tonali
Former Arsenal defender, Nacho Monreal, has warned his old club against signing Sandro Tonali from Premier League rivals Newcastle United. Monreal believes the signing of Tonali may force the sale of Martín Zubimendi or Declan Rice, who he described as the two best defensive midfielders in the world. Tonali has been linked with Arsenal and
‘It may force sale of Zubimendi or Rice’ – Monreal warns Arsenal against signing Tonali
target=_blank>PSG star, Marquinhos names best defender going to 2026 World Cup
Brazilian defender, Marquinhos has asserted that his teammate for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Gabriel Magalhaes, has been the finest player in his position throughout the ongoing season. Arsenal’s Gabriel played a crucial role in the Gunners’ achievements this past season. His strong partnership as a centre-back with William Saliba was instrumental in helping the
PSG star, Marquinhos names best defender going to 2026 World Cup
target=_blank>World Cup 2026: Lamine Yamal leads list of most valuable footballers Top 10
With a few days remaining to commence the 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament, Spain winger, Lamine Yamal is the world’s most valuable footballer. According to the CIES Football Observatory’s latest ranking, the Barcelona star has an estimated transfer value of €358 million ($416m). The 18-year-old tops the list ahead of Manchester City’s Erling Haaland and
World Cup 2026: Lamine Yamal leads list of most valuable footballers Top 10
target=_blank>2026 World Cup: Tournament of big absentees, top performers, fading veterans
The countdown to the 2026 World Cup is now a matter of days. On Thursday, one of the three hosts, Mexico will take on South Africa in the opening game of the tournament. Yes, for the first time in its history, the competition will be hosted across three nations – Mexico, US and Canada. “I think
2026 World Cup: Tournament of big absentees, top performers, fading veterans
target=_blank>LaLiga: Klopp speaks on becoming Real Madrid manager ahead of presidential elections
Former Liverpool manager, Jurgen Klopp, has insisted he is not interested in becoming the next Real Madrid manager. This follows comments made by Enrique Riquelme, who will be contesting against Florentino Perez in Madrid’s presidential elections this Sunday. Riquelme vowed to appoint Klopp as manager of he defeats Perez. But Klopp’s agent, Marc Kosicke, has insisted
LaLiga: Klopp speaks on becoming Real Madrid manager ahead of presidential elections
target=_blank>Transfer: Rafael Leao hints at two preferred leagues for his next move
AC Milan winger, Rafael Leao, has opened the door for a Premier League or LaLiga transfer by admitting he wants a ‘new challenge’. AC Milan are understood to be ready to consider offers for the Portugal international this summer. Speaking to SportTV, Leao said, “I want a new challenge out of Serie A. I follow
Transfer: Rafael Leao hints at two preferred leagues for his next move
target=_blank>President Federation Cup: Sunshine Stars U-19 coach ready for battle against Barau FC
Sunshine Stars U-19 head coach, Nike Ayeni, has expressed his team’s readiness for the President Federation Cup Round of 16 clash against Barau FC. The Akure-based side will trade tackles with Barau FC at the Bwari Township Stadium, Abuja on Saturday. Ayeni said that the players are determined to give their all to achieve victory
President Federation Cup: Sunshine Stars U-19 coach ready for battle against Barau FC
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