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Rangers Should Not Hesitate to Sell Fernandez – McCall

Former Rangers player and coach Ian McCall has urged the Scottish club not to hesitate to sell Jose Cifuentes Fernandez if a suitable offer arrives. McCall believes Rangers should be prepared to make a decision that benefits the club financially, particularly if the player attracts significant interest from other clubs. He said the club must

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Payne: Super Falcons Ready for Cameroon’s Physical Approach

Super Falcons midfielder Toni Payne says Nigeria are prepared to deal with Cameroon’s physical style of play ahead of their WAFCON 2026 quarter-final clash. Payne said the team is aware of the challenge posed by the Indomitable Lionesses and has prepared accordingly for what is expected to be a highly competitive encounter. The Super Falcons

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Lagos Ready to Host Inaugural National Intermediate Sports Festival

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, says the state is ready to host the inaugural National Intermediate Sports Festival scheduled to take place from October 1 to 15. Sanwo-Olu said Lagos has put the necessary facilities and arrangements in place to ensure a successful hosting of the national sporting event. The festival is expected to bring

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NFF Denies Calling for Infantino’s Resignation

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has denied reports claiming that it called for the resignation of FIFA President Gianni Infantino. The federation described the reports circulating on social media as false, stressing that it has not issued any statement demanding that Infantino step down as FIFA president. The controversy appears to have followed comments by

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Guimaraes Completes Arsenal Medical Ahead of £75m Move

Brazilian midfielder Bruno Guimaraes has completed his medical ahead of his proposed £75 million move from Newcastle United to Arsenal. The 28-year-old is expected to sign a four-year contract with the Premier League champions after both clubs agreed on the transfer fee, with an official announcement anticipated soon. Guimaraes, who captained Newcastle and played a

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Babajide Wins Player of the Match Award in Nigeria’s Victory Over Egypt

Super Falcons forward Rinsola Babajide has been named Player of the Match following her outstanding performance in Nigeria’s commanding 6-2 victory over Egypt at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). Babajide played a pivotal role in the impressive win, delivering a standout display with goals and assists as the Super Falcons secured qualification

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Flying Eagles to Face Burkina Faso in WAFU B U-20 Championship Final

Nigeria’s Flying Eagles will take on Burkina Faso in the final of the 2026 WAFU B U-20 Championship after both teams advanced from the semi-finals. The defending champions booked their place in the final by defeating hosts Côte d’Ivoire on penalties after a 2-2 draw at the end of extra time, keeping alive their hopes

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Super Falcons Thrash Egypt 6-2 to Reach WAFCON Quarter-finals

Nigeria’s Super Falcons secured a place in the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) with a commanding 6-2 victory over Egypt in Casablanca. Needing a win to keep their knockout-stage hopes alive after losing to Malawi and defeating Zambia in their opening two matches, the 10-time African champions produced a dominant

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Onyedika Bids Emotional Farewell to Club Brugge After Frankfurt Move

Super Eagles midfielder Raphael Onyedika has penned an emotional farewell message to Belgian champions Club Brugge KV following his departure from the club. Onyedika, who recently completed a permanent move to Eintracht Frankfurt, thanked the club, his teammates, coaches, staff, and supporters for their unwavering support during his time in Belgium. The Nigerian international described

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Wenger Welcomes FIFA’s Decision to Drop Controversial World Cup Investment Plan

Former Arsenal manager and FIFA Chief of Global Football Development, Arsène Wenger, has welcomed FIFA’s decision to abandon its controversial proposal to sell a stake in the commercial rights of the FIFA World Cup to private investors. Wenger described the decision as “absolutely necessary,” stressing the importance of maintaining transparency and protecting the integrity of

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