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2026 World Cup: Full groups confirmed for all qualified 48 teams
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is officially set, with all 48 participating nations confirmed following the final playoffs on Tuesday…
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DR Congo declares public holiday after first World Cup qualification in 52 years
DR Congo national football team have secured a historic return to the FIFA World Cup after a 1-0 victory over…
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Why Italy missed out on third straight World Cup berth
Italy have failed to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a penalty shootout defeat to Bosnia and Herzegovina,…
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Nigeria held by Jordan in Antalya friendly
Nigeria played out a 2-2 draw with Jordan in an international friendly in Antalya on Tuesday, as Eric Chelle’s side…
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Adams, Ejuke nominated for LaLiga African award
Akor Adams and Chidera Ejuke have been shortlisted for the La Liga African Player of the season award, organisers have confirmed.…
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Ghana sack head coach ahead of World Cup
Ghana Football Association have dismissed head coach Otto Addo just over two months before the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The…
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Iwobi set to release debut music album, expanding profile beyond football
Alex Iwobi is expanding his profile beyond football, with the Fulham midfielder announcing plans to release his debut EP titled…
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Cucurella admits Barcelona return hard to reject
Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella has acknowledged that a potential move back to Barcelona would be difficult to refuse, despite insisting…
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Napoli threaten disciplinary action as Lukaku fails to report to training after warning
Napoli have confirmed that Romelu Lukaku failed to report for training on Tuesday, with the club now preparing disciplinary measures…
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Boniface returns to Werder Bremen, eyes late-season comeback
Victor Boniface has rejoined Werder Bremen after completing a key phase of his rehabilitation at Bayer Leverkusen, offering the Bundesliga…
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Thomas Tuchel plays down withdrawal of Saka, Rice, others from England squad
Thomas Tuchel says he holds no anger towards players who have withdrawn from the England national team squad ahead of…
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CAF names Nigeria’s Adamu acting Secretary-General
The Confederation of African Football has appointed Nigeria’s Samson Adamu as its Acting Secretary-General, marking a historic milestone for the…
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CAF expands AFCON to 28 teams
The Confederation of African Football has confirmed plans to increase the number of teams participating in the Africa Cup of…
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Fabregas tipped for Chelsea job
Cesc Fabregas has been backed to take charge of either Chelsea or Barcelona following his impressive managerial rise with Como.…
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CAF plans reforms after AFCON final controversy
The Confederation of African Football has announced plans to overhaul its statutes and regulations following the fallout from the 2025…
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Barcelona offer Lewandowski reduced new contract
Barcelona have tabled a new contract offer to Robert Lewandowski, giving the veteran striker the option to extend his stay…