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Madueke Confident England Can Overcome Argentina

England winger Noni Madueke has expressed confidence ahead of his side’s 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final against Argentina, insisting that opponents are more worried about facing England than the Three Lions are about facing them. Madueke said England have developed a winning mentality throughout the tournament and possess several match-winners capable of deciding big games.

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Celtic Move to Hand Iheanacho New Contract

Celtic manager Martin O’Neill has confirmed that the Scottish champions have offered Nigerian striker Kelechi Iheanacho a new contract as talks continue over his future at the club. O’Neill said the club is keen to reach an agreement quickly so the Super Eagles forward can join the team’s pre-season preparations without delay. Iheanacho, who impressed

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Wolves Leave Arokodare Out of Pre-Season Training Squad

Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare has been left out of Wolverhampton Wanderers’ squad for the club’s pre-season training camp in Portugal, fuelling speculation over his future at the club. Reports indicate that Italian Serie A side Fiorentina remain interested in signing the 25-year-old after an initial bid was rejected by Wolves, with negotiations between both

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Moses Simon Backs Eric Chelle for Super Eagles Job

Super Eagles winger Moses Simon has expressed support for Eric Chelle to remain as head coach of the national team, praising the Franco-Malian tactician’s leadership and the unity he has brought to the squad. Simon said Chelle has created a positive atmosphere within the team and has earned the confidence of the players through his

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Osimhen Plans Return to School for University Degree

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has revealed that he intends to return to school and earn a university degree despite his successful professional football career. Osimhen said education remains important to him and expressed his determination to further his studies, noting that achieving academic success is one of his personal goals beyond football.

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Super Falcons Open Morocco Camp Ahead of WAFCON 2026

Nigeria’s Super Falcons will open a training camp in Mohammedia, Morocco, on July 15 as preparations intensify for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). The team will spend one week in Mohammedia before relocating to Rabat, where they will play all three of their Group C matches. Head coach Justine Madugu is expected

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FIFA to Consider Expanding 2030 World Cup to 64 Teams

FIFA has confirmed it will examine a proposal to expand the 2030 FIFA World Cup from 48 to 64 teams following the conclusion of the ongoing 2026 tournament. FIFA President Gianni Infantino said the proposal would be discussed by the governing body’s relevant committees, noting that expanding the competition would give more countries the opportunity

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Sporting Braga Sign Nigerian Defender Adebisi Olamikun

Portuguese club Sporting Braga have completed the signing of Nigerian defender Adebisi Olamikun from Nigeria National League side Inter Lagos. The highly-rated 18-year-old centre-back has signed a long-term contract with the former Portuguese champions and has already arrived in Portugal to begin his integration with the club’s youth team. Olamikun impressed with his performances for

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Colombia Midfielder Receives Death Threats After World Cup Exit

Colombia midfielder Jáminton Campaz has received death threats following the country’s elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Campaz became the target of online abuse after missing a crucial scoring opportunity during extra time in Colombia’s Round of 16 defeat to Switzerland before converting his penalty in the shootout, which Colombia eventually lost. The Colombian

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Toni Payne Excited to Begin New Chapter at Inter Milan

Super Falcons midfielder Toni Payne has expressed excitement after completing her move to Italian Serie A Women side Inter Milan, describing the transfer as an important new chapter in her career. The Nigeria international joined the Nerazzurri on a two-year deal from English Women’s Super League club Everton after spending two seasons with the Merseyside

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