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Late Merino strike ends Ronaldo’s World Cup dream as Spain edge Portugal 1-0

By Vivian Ahanmisi Lagos, July 6, 2026 Cristiano Ronaldo’s FIFA World Cup career ended in heartbreak as Spain defeated Portugal…

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England survive Mexico scare; Reach World Cup quarter-finals

England produced a display of quality, courage and resilience to beat co-hosts Mexico 3-2 at the iconic Estadio Azteca and…

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Donald Trump thanks FIFA after Folarin Balogun ban is suspended ahead of Belgium clash

United States President Donald Trump has thanked FIFA after the world football governing body suspended Folarin Balogun’s one-match ban, allowing…

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Haaland’s double sends Norway into historic World Cup quarter-finals; Brazil eliminated

Erling Haaland produced a brilliant late performance as Norway shocked Brazil 2-1 to reach the World Cup quarter-finals for the…

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France overcome physical Paraguay test to reach World Cup quarter-finals

France national football team kept their dream of winning a second World Cup title in eight years alive after battling…

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Switzerland end 88-year wait with historic World Cup knockout victory over Algeria

Switzerland ended an 88-year wait for a FIFA World Cup knockout victory after beating Algeria 2-0 to book their place…

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World Cup: Belgium stun Senegal 3-2 with late comeback

By Vivian Ahanmisi Lagos, July 1, 2026 Belgium defeated Senegal 3-2 after extra time in a thrilling 2026 FIFA World…

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NMDPRA boss urges Nigerians to embrace golf, hails 2026 Upstream Invitational Tournament.

Mr. Rabiu Umar, the Authority Chief Executive (ACE) of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has advised…

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Mbappe makes World Cup history as France cruise past Sweden

Kylian Mbappe wrote another chapter in his remarkable career after becoming the highest goalscorer in FIFA World Cup knockout history,…

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Paraguay kick Germany out of 2026 FIFA World Cup

Paraguay produced one of the biggest shocks of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating four-time champions Germany 4-3 on…

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How Brazil fought back to eliminate Japan from 2026 FIFA World Cup

Brazil produced a dramatic comeback to beat Japan 2-1 and secure a place in the last 16 of the 2026…

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Nine African nations set for historic FIFA World Cup Round of 32 battles (See who plays who here)

The stage is set for an exciting Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with a record nine…

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DR Congo make history, set up World Cup last-32 showdown with England

DR Congo made history at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after fighting back to beat Uzbekistan 3-1 and secure a…

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England, Croatia and Ghana progress from Group L as Panama exit World Cup

England sealed top spot in Group L of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a comfortable 2-0 victory over Panama,…

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World Cup: Dembélé’s hat-trick sinks Norway, as Senegal maul Iraq 5-0 

    By Vivian Ahanmisi Lagos, June 26, 2026 France defeated Norway 4-1 in their final Group I match with…

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Ecuador fight back to beat Germany, reach first World Cup knockout stage

Ecuador came from behind to beat Germany 2-1 and qualify for the FIFA World Cup knockout stage after a thrilling…

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Neymar makes emotional Brazil return in World Cup win over Scotland

Neymar made his long-awaited return for Brazil as the five-time world champions defeated Scotland 3-0 to secure top spot in…

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Abia rallies sports associations for grassroots development, talent hunt

By Ihechinyere Chigemeri-Uwom Umuahia, June 23, 2026 The Abia  Government has charged sports associations in the state to intensify efforts…

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