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2026 World Cup – Mutiu Adepoju backs country he once haunted to lift trophy
 The 2026 FIFA World Cup is gradually drawing to a close after nearly a month of top-level football, Soccernet.ng reports. ​The tournament has reached the quarter-final stage, with only eight teams remaining: Morocco, France, Spain, Belgium, England, Norway, Argentina, and Switzerland. Having navigated five rounds of games, all eight nations will definitely be hopeful of […] 
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How Switzerland Stunned Colombia to Reach First World Cup Quarterfinal Since 1954
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“France Attack Unstoppable” — John Utaka Tips France To Beat Morocco
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Super Eagles, Olympic Eagles Jobs too much for Chelle – Utaka
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‘They Wanted Messi to Stay!’ – Furious Egypt Coach Claims World Cup ‘Injustice’
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Official: Super Eagles invitee Buhari completes Austria Wien move after leaving Sweden
 Nigerian defender Ibrahim Buhari has officially completed a move to Austrian Bundesliga club Austria Wien, Soccernet.ng reports. Buhari's transfer ends his time in Swedish football as it has now been confirmed that he has agreed a free transfer from IF Elfsborg. The 24-year-old centre-back has signed a three-year contract that will keep him at the […] 
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NPFL: Sporting Lagos capture highly-rated Nigerian AM likened to Morgan Rogers
 Newly-promoted Nigeria Premier Football League club Sporting Lagos are set to complete the signing of Haruna Hadi from Remo Stars, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Hadi's future has been the subject of a lot of talk since the end of the 2025/26 NPFL campaign, due to Remo Stars' relegation from the top-flight. ​The 25-year-old midfielder had been linked […] 
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Super Eagles: “I was confused” – AFCON 2013-winning midfielder on why he chose Sundowns over Orlando Pirates
 Former Super Eagles and Mamelodi Sundowns winger Ejike Uzoenyi has revealed the confusion that ensued following his role in Nigeria's AFCON 2013 title run, Soccernet.ng reports. While he played just 18 minutes in the tournament hosted by South Africa, Uzoenyi announced himself the following year at the CHAN 2014 tournament, helping the home-based Super Eagles […] 
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Al-Hilal suffer big blow in Onuachu pursuit as Trabzonspor signing makes big promise
 Saudi Pro League giants Al-Hilal may have been dealt another setback in their pursuit of Super Eagles striker Paul Onuachu after Trabzonspor's latest signing, Aral Şimşir, made his intentions clear, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigerian striker has been linked with a lucrative move to Saudi Arabia in recent weeks after enjoying a sensational season following his […] 
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 ‘God Had Something Special for Me!’ – Tearful Lionel Messi Breaks Incredible Records and Keeps Argentina Dream Alive
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‘I CALLED FIFA!’ Trump Admits Contacting Infantino Over Folarin Balogun ‘Horrible’ Red Card 
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“Iheanacho has signed” – Ex-West Ham striker provides update on Super Eagles star
 Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho officially became a free agent at the end of June with his next destination still unknown, Soccernet.ng reports. The 29-year-old Nigerian forward is currently without a club after Celtic allowed the automatic one-year extension in his contract to expire. That decision ended the initial one-year agreement he signed with the […] 
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“With Time” – Man United-linked Wilfred Ndidi opens up on role under new Besiktas coach
 Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi had been tipped to leave Beşiktaş this summer following the appointment of Vincenzo Italiano as coach, but that may no longer be the case, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Ndidi joined the Turkish Süper Lig side from Leicester City last summer and quickly became a key figure under former manager Sergen Yalçın. However, […] 
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Tolu Arokodare: Wolves receive first official bid for Super Eagles striker
 Super Eagles forward Tolu Arokodare may not be at Wolverhampton Wanderers by the time the new Championship season kicks off in August, Soccernet.ng reports That is because Trabzonspor have become the first club to make an official offer for Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare this summer after submitting a loan bid to English side Wolverhampton […] 
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Official: Akpe Victory joins 21-time Swiss champions Basel
 Former Swiss champions Basel have announced the signing of Nigerian defender Akpe Victory from Hungarian club Zalaegerszeg, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Victory has been the subject of significant transfer speculation over the last two months. The 19-year-old center-back only joined Zalaegerszeg from Banga in January, but his performances caught the eye of several prominent European clubs, including […] 
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MESSI REFUSES TO GO HOME as Argentina Produce Miracle Comeback to Eliminate Egypt
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‘APOLOGISE OR I’LL SUE!’ – Paraguay Senator Threatens Kylian Mbappé with Legal Action for ‘Gender-Based Violence’
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Overturn This! – Belgium Sends Message to Pres. Trump After Humiliating USA
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Super Eagles transfers: Samuel Kalu responds to transfer interest amid Botev Plovdiv uncertainty 
 Super Eagles winger Samuel Kalu has addressed the growing speculation surrounding his future at Botev Plovdiv as interest in his signature continues to build ahead of the summer transfer window, Soccernet.ng reports. Kalu has emerged as a target for several clubs following an impressive campaign with the Bulgarian side, with his performances putting him firmly back on […] 
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Sevilla’s Akor Adams jackpot in jeopardy as Venezia launch striker pursuit
 Italian Serie A club Venezia are considering alternatives to Akor Adams due to Sevilla's insistence on demanding a major fee for the Super Eagles striker, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Adams' future has been a key concern at Sevilla this summer, as he has been attracting interest from several clubs. It comes as no surprise, as he is […] 
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No Pressure! Speedster Kayinsola Ajayi Unfazed by ‘Big Names’
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Super Eagles: Alhassan Yusuf reveals key reason behind impressive Unity Cup display
 Alhassan Yusuf has reflected on his impressive performances for the Super Eagles during the 2026 Unity Cup, Soccernet.ng reports. The New England Revolution midfielder played an important role as Nigeria secured their fourth consecutive Unity Cup title, making a strong statement on his return to the national team after a lengthy absence. Yusuf had been out of the […] 
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Super Eagles star happy with 2-goal message to Chelle after AFCON snub – ‘I wanted to show him’
 Alhassan Yusuf has revealed that he used Nigeria's Unity Cup campaign as the perfect chance to prove himself to Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle after missing the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations squad, Soccernet.ng reports. The New England Revolution midfielder was one of the regular faces in Nigeria's team under former coach Jose Peseiro […] 
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2026 World Cup: Why France are favourites — ex-Dutch midfielder who coached Super Eagles explains
 Former MVV midfielder and Nigeria Olympic-winning coach Johannes-Franciscus Bonfrère, popularly referred to as Jo Bonfrere, has tipped France to reach the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Soccernet.ng reports. Didier Deschamps team have been in good form since the start of the Copa Mundial, winning all of their five games, scoring 14 goals and […] 
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“I’ve been blessed’ – Ex-Liverpool star on picking Nigeria over England
 Former Liverpool winger Rinsola Babajide says choosing to represent Nigeria instead of England is one of the best decisions of her football career, Soccernet.ng reports. The double-winning AS Roma forward insists she feels fortunate to have benefited from both countries during her journey to the top. Born and raised in London to Nigerian parents, Babajide […] 
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Serie A transfer: Sampdoria face Turkish battle for free-agent Nigeria striker Okereke
 Nigerian striker David Okereke has been linked him with a move to Italian Serie B side Sampdoria following the end of his contract with Cremonese, Socccernet.ng reports. After being attached to Serie A clubs for several years, the 28-year-old officially became a free agent on July 1 when his four-year stay at Cremonese came to […] 
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Austel Elumelu: ‘Eric Chelle will Succeed Only If….’
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“Other Nations Playing World Cup, Argentina Playing AFCON” – Obiekwu
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Government Secondary School, Gboko and Father O’Connell Science College Crowned Champions at 26th MILO Basketball Finals
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‘I’ve Given Everything to Football’ – Cristiano Ronaldo Announces 2026 World Cup Will Be His Last
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Unstoppable Erling Haaland Fires Norway Into Their First-Ever World Cup Quarter-final
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‘IT’S OVER’ – Neymar RETIRES From Brazil After Devastating World Cup Exit
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TRUMP INVOLVED? – Belgium Challenge FIFA Over Balogun Red Card Reversal
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D’Tigers Roar in 2027 FIBA World Cup Qualifiers: Nigeria’s Dominant Surge Boosts Qatar Dreams
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Haaland’s Sensational Brace Eliminates Brazil; England Survives Mexico Thriller as Quarterfinals Beckon at 2026 World Cup
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Dictator Mbappe, Shadow Olise And The Anime Edits Taking Over The World Cup
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