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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>Edo Queens clinch second NWFL premiership title, secure continental ticket
Edo Queens have been crowned champions of the 2025/26 Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership after finishing top of the Super Six playoffs in Port Harcourt.
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target=_blank>Real Madrid confirm Cucurella signing from Chelsea
The 27-year-old left-back joined Chelsea from Brighton in 2022 after coming through La Liga champions Barcelona’s academy and moving to Getafe.
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target=_blank>Real Madrid reach verbal agreement to sign Marc Cucurella
Real Madrid have reportedly reached an agreement to sign Chelsea left-back Marc Cucurella in one of the biggest transfer moves of the summer.
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target=_blank>New York Knicks win NBA Championships after 53 years
The New York Knicks ended a 53-year wait for NBA glory after defeating the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 in Game 5 of the NBA Finals to clinch the championship.
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target=_blank>A new low for FIFA, by Patrick Omorodion
For the layman, FIFA means Federation of International Football Associations. It was formed 122 years ago on May 21, 1904 in Rue Saint-Honore in Paris, France. Incidentally, its first president was a French man named Robert Guérin who served for two years, 1904-1906. After him came Daniel Burley Woolfall (England): 1906–1918, Jules Rimet (France): 1921–1954,
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target=_blank>Unusual FIFA World Cup, hostile reception
The fears of football fans for about a year have come alive. America’s visa measures have made it difficult for lovers of the game to enter, follow their teams, and enjoy the World Cup atmosphere.
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target=_blank>Even Italy might qualify if World Cup is expanded to 64 teams – Infantino
Four-time world champions Italy failed to qualify for Russia 2018, Qatar 2022 and now North America 2026
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target=_blank>Critics have gone too far on Mbappe — Dembele
France forward Ousmane Dembele has come to the defence of captain Kylian Mbappe ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting criticism of the Real Madrid star has become excessive and unfair.
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target=_blank>2026 World Cup: Lamentation galore as Nigeria misses out again
The football world stood still as the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicked off in Mexico, Canada and USA, yesterday. Forty eight nations are participating in the quadrennial global showpiece.
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target=_blank>World Cup 2026: Germany break record held by Brazil
Germany on Sunday created history by breaking Brazil’s goals record after thrashing Curacao 7-1 in their World Cup opener. Kai Havertz’s second goal and the final one of the match took Germany to 239 goals in the history of the World Cup tournament. Havertz scored a brace, as Felix Nmecha, Nico Schlotterbeck, Jamal Musiala, Nathaniel Brown and
World Cup 2026: Germany break record held by Brazil
target=_blank>Transfer: Spain coach De la Fuente sends message to Cucurella as he leaves Chelsea for Real Madrid
Spain head coach, Luis de la Fuente, has said he is happy for Marc Cucurella as the defender leaves Chelsea to join Real Madrid. On Monday, Real Madrid officially announced that the LaLiga club has reached an agreement with Chelsea for Cucurella’s transfer. Cucurella signed a contract with the Los Blancos that will see him remain
Transfer: Spain coach De la Fuente sends message to Cucurella as he leaves Chelsea for Real Madrid
target=_blank>Transfer: Nigerian forward Ezeh joins Czech club Zbrojovka Brno
Czech club Zbrojovka Brno have completed the signing of Nigerian forward Lucky Ezeh, DAILY POST reports. Ezeh joined Zbrojovka Brno from another Czech club, MFK Karviná. The 22-year-old snubbed offers from several top clubs to join Martin Svědík’s side. The striker scored nine goals in 34 appearances for MFK Karviná last season. Ezeh brings a
Transfer: Nigerian forward Ezeh joins Czech club Zbrojovka Brno
target=_blank>Transfer: Details of Cucurella’s move from Chelsea to Real Madrid confirmed
Marc Cucurella is set to complete a surprise move from Chelsea to Real Madrid this summer. This was confirmed by the Premier League side in a statement on Monday morning. It read: “Marc Cucurella has completed a permanent transfer to Spanish La Liga side Real Madrid. “Everyone at Chelsea FC would like to thank Marc for his
Transfer: Details of Cucurella’s move from Chelsea to Real Madrid confirmed
target=_blank>World Cup 2026: They’ve good chance – John Terry names two countries to win trophy
Chelsea legend, John Terry, has named France and Spain as the two countries that have a really good chance to win the World Cup this year. Terry, however, picked France as the number one favourites ahead of England because of the quality of players they have in their squad. Asked who he feels will lift
World Cup 2026: They’ve good chance – John Terry names two countries to win trophy
target=_blank>Robo Queens midfielder Adegbuyi wins 2025-26 NWFL Player of the Season
The Nigeria Women Football League, NWFL, has announced individual award winners for the 2025/2026 season. FC Robo Queens star, Adegbuyi Oluwakemi was named NWFL player of the season following her impressive performances throughout the campaign. The midfielder was rewarded for her consistency and influence on the pitch. Abia Angels and Super Falcons goalkeeper, Fatima Oloko
Robo Queens midfielder Adegbuyi wins 2025-26 NWFL Player of the Season
target=_blank>World Cup 2026: Result wasn’t what we wanted – Ecuador coach, Beccacece laments loss to Ivory Coast
Ecuador coach, Sebastian Beccacece, has lamented his team’s 1-0 loss against Ivory Coast in their World Cup opener in the early hours of today. According to Beccacece, he made all the necessary adjustments in the second half to secure a draw against the West African, but the goal ensured his team failed to get a point.
World Cup 2026: Result wasn’t what we wanted – Ecuador coach, Beccacece laments loss to Ivory Coast
target=_blank>EPL: ‘Keep them’ – Cole tells Alonso to block two Chelsea players from leaving club
Former Chelsea star, Joe Cole, has urged new manager Xabi Alonso to block two players from leaving Stamford Bridge. Speaking to The Daily Mail, Cole urged Alonso to keep both Enzo Fernandez and Marc Cucurella at the club. Cucurella and Fernandez have been linked with a move to Real Madrid. Cucurella has already reached an
EPL: ‘Keep them’ – Cole tells Alonso to block two Chelsea players from leaving club
target=_blank>NPFL: Kun Khalifat confirm Blessed Iyamu’s departure
Kun Khalifat have confirmed midfielder, Blessed Iyamu’s exit from the club, DAILY POST reports. Iyamu is expected to seal a move to Rivers United for the 2026-27 Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, season. Kun Khalifat expressed gratitude for his selfless service to the club. The promising midfielder was instrumental in the Owerri-based club’s relegation survival.
NPFL: Kun Khalifat confirm Blessed Iyamu’s departure
target=_blank>Moroccan club reach agreement to sign Wachukwu from Adamawa Queens
Moroccan club, RCA Zemamra have reached an agreement to sign Nigerian winger, Wachukwu Oluchi Janice this summer. Wachukwu will join the Botola Women’s side from NWFL club Adamawa Queens. The move marks another Nigerian export to North Africa for the new season. The winger earned recognition in Nigeria for her pace and attacking threat during
Moroccan club reach agreement to sign Wachukwu from Adamawa Queens
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