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target=_blank>Photos: Burna Boy reunites with Shakira ahead of World Cup final halftime show
Afrobeats superstar Burna Boy has reunited with Colombian music sensation Shakira ahead of their performance at the inaugural FIFA World Cup final halftime show.
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target=_blank>Yamal is tremendous, facing him after baby photo is crazy – Messi
“That picture with Lamine is incredible. Now we are facing each other in a final after a photo was taken of us when he was a baby, it’s just crazy!” Messi said.
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target=_blank>Trump asks FIFA to award another World Cup to US, says leave out Canada, Mexico
“You should choose the United States of America again. This time we will leave Canada and Mexico out,” Trump said.
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target=_blank>England carry ‘scars’ of World Cup exit, says Tuchel
“We didn’t get the result, so I take, of course, the responsibility for these decisions. But the decisions are made under stress, the decisions are made in-game.”
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target=_blank>‘They made Kane a defensive player’ — Trump criticises Tuchel’s tactics in Argentina loss
“I think they perhaps made a mistake when they made him a defensive player. What do I know about soccer? They took the lead, and they took their best player and put him on defence.
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target=_blank>Messi to get ‘special attention’ from Spain, says de la Fuente
Messi, 39, has produced a series of vintage performances for Argentina to carry them into Sunday’s final, which will almost certainly be the veteran’s last appearance in the World Cup.
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target=_blank>Trump blames Tuchel over England’s World Cup tactics
“They perhaps made a mistake when they made him a defensive player. What do I know about soccer?”
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target=_blank>2026 FIFA World Cup final: History asking for a signature
This is not just a game. This is history asking for a signature. And if it happens? A second straight World Cup for Argentina — the very first in the modern era to defend the crown.
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target=_blank>Gabon forward Aubameyang leaves Marseille for Deportivo La Coruna
Aubameyang, who still had a year remaining on his contract with the Ligue 1 club, leaves after playing 92 matches and scoring 44 goals.
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target=_blank>Liberia cancel US football friendly after visa denials
Liberia have cancelled their planned football friendly against Major League Soccer’s Minnesota United after US visas for at least some team members were denied.
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target=_blank>NPFL: Suraj Lawal joins Bendel Insurance on one-year deal
Bendel Insurance have completed the signing of forward, Suraj Lawal, DAILY POST reports. The Benin-Arsenal announced Lawal’s arrival at an unveiling ceremony in Benin City. Lawal joined Bendel Insurance on a one-year contract. The energetic forward was on the books of Abia Warriors last season. Lawal scored three goals for Abia Warriors in the last
NPFL: Suraj Lawal joins Bendel Insurance on one-year deal
target=_blank>NPFL: Ojokojo appointed Kwara United chief coach
Kwara United have fortified their technical crew with the appointment of Ladie Ojokojo, DAILY POST reports. Ojokojo was drafted into the Harmony Boys technical crew from Kwara Football Academy. He will serve as the Chief coach of the team for the 2026-27 season. The young tactician is expected to resume duties with immediate effect. Ojokojo
NPFL: Ojokojo appointed Kwara United chief coach
target=_blank>NPFL: Niger Tornadoes line up two friendlies in Bida
Niger Tornadoes will intensify preparations for new season with two warm-up games in Bida, DAILY POST reports. The Ikon Allah Boys will do battle with Bida Selected and Bida Lions on Saturday and Sunday respectively. The matches will be played at the Aliyu Ndayeko Memorial Stadium. The friendly matches is expected to provide the technical
NPFL: Niger Tornadoes line up two friendlies in Bida
target=_blank>NPFL: Doma United, Wikki Tourists clash in pre-season friendly
Doma United will lock horns with Nigeria National League, NNL, side Wikki Tourists in a warm-up game ahead of the 2026-27 season. The encounter is billed for the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa stadium on Saturday. The game is expected to be used to assess players readiness and finetune strategies for the new season. Doma United secured
NPFL: Doma United, Wikki Tourists clash in pre-season friendly
target=_blank>WAFCON 2026: Malawi captain begs Super Falcons for mercy ahead Group C clash
Tabitha Chawinga has jokingly pleaded with the Super Falcons not to inflict a heavy defeat on Malawi at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, DAILY POST reports. The Scorchers, who will be making their debut at the tournament, will face the defending champions in their opening fixture at the Al Madina Stadium, Rabat on
WAFCON 2026: Malawi captain begs Super Falcons for mercy ahead Group C clash
target=_blank>Transfer: Super Eagles defender nears Fulham switch
Trabzonspor defender, Chibuike Nwaiwu is on the verge of completing a permanent transfer to Fulham, DAILY POST reports. According to Sky Sport, the Premier League club have submitted an offer of €27 million for Nwaiwu. Trabzonspor are, however, demanding €30 million for the Nigeria international. An agreement is in sight with the deal expected to
Transfer: Super Eagles defender nears Fulham switch
target=_blank>Orban set for loan switch to Turkish club, Amedspor
Nigeria striker, Gift Orban will join newly promoted Turkish Super Lig side, Amedspor on loan for the 2026/27 season, DAILY POST reports. According to reports emanating from Turkey, Amedspor have reached agreement with Bundesliga club Hoffenheim, and the player regarding a loan transfer with a purchase option. Orban will undergo a medical examination in Turkey
Orban set for loan switch to Turkish club, Amedspor
target=_blank>World Cup final: What Messi told me – Argentina coach, Lionel Scaloni
Argentina head coach, Lionel Scaloni, has revealed what his captain, Lionel Messi, told him ahead of their World Cup final against Spain. Scaloni’s side will tackle Spain in the World Cup final on Sunday in New Jersey, USA. Speaking ahead of the encounter, Scaloni revealed that Messi told him that they Albiceleste are a pure
World Cup final: What Messi told me – Argentina coach, Lionel Scaloni
target=_blank>Burna Boy, Shakira reunite ahead of historic World Cup final halftime show
Nigerian Afrobeats superstar, Burna Boy and Colombian music icon, Shakira have reunited ahead of Sunday’s FIFA World Cup final, sharing a lighthearted moment during rehearsals at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Burna Boy posted a video on X showing the pair exchanging smiles, laughter and a warm embrace as preparations intensify for the tournament’s first-ever
Burna Boy, Shakira reunite ahead of historic World Cup final halftime show
target=_blank>World Cup final: They’re good – Brazil legend, Marcelo names country to win trophy
Brazil legend, Marcelo has named the country to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Argentina and Spain will clash in the World Cup final on Sunday at New York New Jersey Stadium, East Rutherford. Both countries qualified for the World Cup final after beating England and France, respectively, in the semi-final. However, Marcelo has now
World Cup final: They’re good – Brazil legend, Marcelo names country to win trophy
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