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Ronaldo nets brace, breaks record as Portugal held by Hungary
Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice and set a new World Cup qualifying record, but Portugal were denied an early ticket to…
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Messi breaks international assist record as Argentina thrash Puerto Rico 6–0
Lionel Messi reached another height in his illustrious career on Tuesday night, becoming the all-time men’s international assists leader after…
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Osimhen fires hat-trick as Nigeria crush Benin 4-0 to reach World Cup Playoffs
Nigeria cruised to a dominant 4–0 victory over Benin Republic on Tuesday night at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in…
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2026 WCQ: Galatasaray boss Okan Buruk voices concern over Osimhen’s safety
Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk has admitted that the club feel uneasy whenever striker Victor Osimhen leaves for international duty…
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Robert Lewandowski fires back at critics who ‘always say I’m old”
Barcelona forward Robert Lewandowski has pushed back against criticism over his form and fitness, insisting he still has plenty to…
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Super Eagles get World Cup lifeline as South Africa suffer setback
Nigeria’s quest to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has received a boost following another blow to South Africa’s…
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2026 WCQ: Chelle labels Super Eagles vs Benin clash ‘most important game of my career’
Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has described Tuesday evening’s World Cup qualifying clash against Benin Republic as the most…
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2026 WCQ: Chelle laments poor preparation ahead of Benin clash
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has expressed frustration over the team’s limited preparation time ahead of Tuesday’s decisive 2026 FIFA…
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‘It’s not war’ – Rohr appeals for calm ahead of Nigeria vs Benin clash
Benin Republic coach Gernot Rohr has called for calm and sportsmanship ahead of Tuesday’s decisive World Cup qualifier against Nigeria…
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Oliseh claims Super Eagles are still haunted by 2002 curse
Former Super Eagles captain Sunday Oliseh claims that a curse placed on the national team in 2002 could be responsible…
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Jude Bellingham’s parents reportedly separate after over 20 years together
Real Madrid and England midfielder Jude Bellingham’s parents, Mark and Denise, have reportedly split after more than two decades of…
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Ideye backs Chelle’s two-striker system, urges Super Eagles to play with more urgency
Former Super Eagles forward Brown Ideye has commended head coach Eric Chelle for adopting a two-striker formation in Nigeria’s 2026…
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Ex-Nigeria goalkeeper reveals what Super Eagles must do to win Benin Republic
Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Alloy Agu has urged current players to approach their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against…
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Super Eagles captain Musa issues apology after Kano Pillars fans attack Shooting Stars
Super Eagles captain and Kano Pillars general manager, Ahmed Musa, has issued an apology following the violent scenes that disrupted…
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Zidane confirms coaching comeback but rules out Juventus return
Former Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane has revealed that he will “definitely” return to coaching after a four-year hiatus but…
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Barcelona set to let Lewandowski leave for free after contract expiry
Barcelona are reportedly planning to part ways with veteran striker Robert Lewandowski when his current deal expires, as the club…
