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target=_blank>Aston Villa sign £38m Joao Gomes from Wolves
Villa moved for Gomes after Chelsea agreed to sign England midfielder Morgan Rogers from Unai Emery’s side.
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target=_blank>Teenager dies during Spain World Cup celebrations
A teenager died and several people were injured during celebrations of Spain’s victory in the World Cup after a fountain onto collapsed in the west of the country, local authorities and media said on Monday.
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target=_blank>‘Una go qualify?’ – Fans troll Super Eagles after ‘See you in 2030’ message to Spain
Nigerian football fans have criticised the Super Eagles after the team’s official X account congratulated Spain on winning the 2026 FIFA World Cup while declaring, “See you in 2030.”
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target=_blank>FULL list: World Cup all-time leading scorers
France captain Kylian Mbappé has become the FIFA World Cup’s all-time leading scorer after ending the 2026 tournament with 22 goals.
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target=_blank>FIFA live rankings: Spain rise to world no 1 after World Cup final victory
Spain dominated the final, with Argentina failing to register a single shot on target throughout the 120 minutes.
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target=_blank>Cucurella praises Spain’s ‘incredible’ defence after World Cup win
Coach Luis de la Fuente’s team conceded just one goal in their eight games at the 2026 tournament — the fewest by any side in a World Cup-winning campaign.
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target=_blank>Trump lingers on stage to lap up World Cup spotlight
Trump briefly lingered on stage as Infantino tried to lead him away while the Spanish team held the trophy aloft in celebration.
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target=_blank>Superb Spain rule the world, overwhelm Argentina
Spain finally broke Argentina’s dogged resistance in extra time to win the men’s World Cup for the second time with a 1-0 victory.
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target=_blank>UFC: Kamaru Usman loses title rematch to S/Africa’s Du Plessis
South Africa’s Dricus Du Plessis cruised to a dominant unanimous decision win over former welterweight champion Kamaru Usman at UFC, in Oklahoma, USA, on Saturday night.
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target=_blank>Ballon d’Or 2026 ranking: Yamal emerges favourite after Spain’s World Cup triumph
Spain’s World Cup triumph has propelled Lamine Yamal to top of the Ballon d’Or 2026 rankings.
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target=_blank>World Cup: ‘We’ll be very sad if you stop’ – Zlatan Ibrahimovic to Messi
Former Sweden striker, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, has sent a passionate message to Argentina captain Lionel Messi after Spain’s World Cup triumph. Messi, 39, failed to win the World Cup on Sunday after Argentina lost 1-0 against Spain in the final. However, Ibrahimovic, a former teammate with Messi at Barcelona, urged Messi to continue playing for the
World Cup: ‘We’ll be very sad if you stop’ – Zlatan Ibrahimovic to Messi
target=_blank>NPFL: Enyimba to sign free-agent Samuel Anakwe
Samuel Anakwe is set to complete a move to Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, side Enyimba. According to reports, Anakwe has reached agreement on personal terms with the nine-time NPFL champions. Anakwe will join the Aba giants as a free agent following his departure from Remo Stars. The defender won the NPFL title with Remo
NPFL: Enyimba to sign free-agent Samuel Anakwe
target=_blank>FIFA Rankings: Super Eagles retain 26th spot, drop to fourth in Africa
Nigeria’s Super Falcons retained 26th position in the latest FIFA World rankings released on Monday, DAILY POST reports. Eric Chelle’s side, however, slipped to fourth position in Africa. The Super Eagles were last in action in an international friendly against Portugal in June. They lost 2-1 to the former European champions. Egypt moved to third
FIFA Rankings: Super Eagles retain 26th spot, drop to fourth in Africa
target=_blank>NPFL: Kwara United set to unveil new players for 2026-27 season
Kwara United have concluded plans to unveil 10 new signing this week, DAILY POST reports. The Chairman of the club, Kumbi Titiloye disclosed this in a chat with the club’s supporters in Ilorin. Titiloye said the recruitment of the new players is aimed at building a more competitive side capable of improving on last season’s
NPFL: Kwara United set to unveil new players for 2026-27 season
target=_blank>NPFL: Rangers’ Ilechukwu bags UEFA B coaching licence
Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, title-winning coach Fidelis Ilechukwu has successfully obtained his UEFA B Coaching License in Scotland. The Rangers technical adviser completed the course as part of his continued investment in coaching development. Ilechukwu has guided the Flying Antelopes to league titles since his arrival at the club. The Enugu-based club won a
NPFL: Rangers’ Ilechukwu bags UEFA B coaching licence
target=_blank>World Cup: 7 European clubs react as Spain beat Argentina to win trophy
At least seven European clubs have reacted after Spain defeated Argentina to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Sunday. The clubs, which all have players playing for the La Roja, are Athletic Club, Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester City, Real Sociedad, Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur. Recall that Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in the World Cup final
World Cup: 7 European clubs react as Spain beat Argentina to win trophy
target=_blank>Transfer: Nigerian midfielder moves to Fenerbahçe
Turkcell Women’s Super League champions, Fenerbahçe have announced the signing of Nigerian midfielder Suliat Abideen, DAILY POST reports. Abideen, who joined the Yellow Canaries from another Turkish club ABB Fomget penned a contract until the end of the season. Her arrival increased the number of Nigerians at Fenerbahçe to three with Regina Out, and Flourish
Transfer: Nigerian midfielder moves to Fenerbahçe
target=_blank>WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons step up preparations as 19 players hit camp
Nineteen players are now in the Super Falcons camp in Casablanca ahead of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, DAILY POST reports. Six more players, including Michelle Alozie, Deborah Abiodun, Gift Monday, Esther Okoronkwo, Folashade Ijamilusi, and Uchenna Kanu are expected at the team’s Hotel Marriott, Casablanca base this week. Justine Madugu’s side will
WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons step up preparations as 19 players hit camp
target=_blank>Transfer: Morgan Rogers undergoes Chelsea medicals ahead of £117m move
Aston Villa midfielder, Morgan Rogers, arrived for a medical with Chelsea Monday morning ahead of completing a £117m move, Sky Sports reports. If the medical is successful, Rogers will sign a six-year contract with the Blues, with the option of another year until 2033. The 23-year-old flew back from the USA on Sunday following England’s
Transfer: Morgan Rogers undergoes Chelsea medicals ahead of £117m move
target=_blank>World Cup: ‘He was crying all week’ – Otamendi names Spain’s player that caused Argentina’s defeat
Veteran Argentine defender, Nicolas Otamendi, has blamed Spain’s captain, Rodri, for the South Americans’ defeat in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The former Manchester City defender accused the midfielder of swaying the referee to issue a red card to Enzo Fernandez in the 93rd minute of the game. Luis de la Fuente’s team thoroughly outperformed
World Cup: ‘He was crying all week’ – Otamendi names Spain’s player that caused Argentina’s defeat
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