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Norway defeated Senegal 3-2 in a thrilling Group I match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Tuesday, with Erling Haaland scoring a brace to secure all three points for the Scandinavian side. The News…
Iran’s football federation on Tuesday said the United States has revoked its allocation of tickets for its World Cup group games, accusing the co-host of obstructing the attendance of Iranian supporters under the shadow of a bitter diplomatic row. The…
Former Aston Villa striker, Emile Heskey, has insisted that Morgan Rogers is ready to make the step up should Arsenal sign him this summer. Heskey, however, admitted that it would be tough for Aston Villa, adding that Unai Emery’s side…
The 2026 World Cup is shaping up to be more than just a battle between established powers. It is also becoming a showcase for a new generation of international talent, young players and emerging stars who are stepping out of…
Alex Iwobi will join the Super Eagles centurion club when the three-time African champions take on Portugal in an another international friendly at the Estádio Dr. Magalhães Pessoa, Leiria on Wednesday, DAILY POST reports. Iwobi, 30, has made 99 appearances for…
West Ham United co-owner David Sullivan has denied allegations of sexual misconduct as the Independent Football Regulator confirmed it is seeking information relating to his suitability under its owners, directors and senior executives regime. The regulator said it was “in…
The world football governing body, FIFA, has confirmed that Somali referee Omar Artan will not officiate at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after he was denied entry to the United States. Artan, who was set to become the first Somali…
Arsenal has made the decision to dismiss head doctor, Zafar Iqbal, and they are also poised to lose Under-21s head coach, Max Porter. The Gunners reportedly parted ways with Iqbal shortly after their defeat in the Champions League final against…
New Brighton & Hove Albion signing Zadok Yohanna has revealed that his former teammates in Nigeria compare him to Algerian star Riyad Mahrez because of his left-footed playing style, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The 18-year-old midfielder, who joined AIK Stockholm…
Manchester United legend, Gary Neville, believes Chelsea’s Cole Palmer would be gold for the Red Devils if they sign him for their manager, Michael Carrick. Neville, however, admitted that he doesn’t expect the 24-year-old to leave Chelsea this summer. Palmer…
Super Falcons defender Rofiat Imuran could soon share a dressing room with two-time Ballon d’Or winner Alexia Putellas after the Barcelona legend reportedly agreed personal terms with Women’s Super League side London City Lionesses, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Putellas left…
Super Eagles goalkeeper Mustapha Lawal has become one of the most sought-after free agents in African football after his contract with Shooting Stars expired, with clubs from Angola, Sierra Leone and across Nigeria all racing to secure his signature, PUNCH…
Former Portugal captain, Pepe, is set to make a return to Real Madrid as an assistant to Jose Mourinho. Mourinho will be officially unveiled as Los Blancos’ new manager, after Florentino Perez won the club’s presidential election. Perez had already…
Galatasaray have enlisted the help of Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen in their pursuit of fellow Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman, asking the striker to use his influence to convince his international teammate to make the move to Istanbul this summer,…
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has allegedly encouraged his international teammate, Ademola Lookman, to contemplate a transfer to Turkish giants Galatasaray in anticipation of the 2026 summer transfer window. Lookman recently transferred to Spanish club Atlético Madrid from Atalanta during…
StarTimes Nigeria has announced comprehensive live coverage of the FIFA World Cup 2026, bringing all 104 matches of football’s biggest tournament to viewers across the country from June 11 to July 19, 2026. Speaking on the initiative, StarTimes Nigeria Marketing…
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