The FIFA World Cup 2026 is finally here, and iLOTBET has launched a promotion that offers football fans more than just the thrill of the matches. Participants have the chance to compete for a luxury five-bedroom duplex worth around ₦150 million, earn daily Free Bets through spins, and claim Weekly Top 50 bonus rewards. For every [...] The post One Tournament, Three Ways to Win: Why Football Fans Are Flocking to iLOTBET appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Zimpapers Arts and Entertainment Hub Award-winning gospel musician Janet Manyowa has released the official music video for her song Mufaro WaShe, a collaboration with the Joyfull Praise Choir. The collaboration…

Harmony Agere Zimbabwe’s value-added exports increased by 34,4 percent during the first four months of 2026, reaching more than US$200 million from US$149 million recorded during the same period last…

Could Wednesday’s international friendly against Nigeria’s Super Eagles be Cristiano Ronaldo ‘s final appearance on Portuguese soil? As Portugal prepare for their final warm-up match before the 2026 FIFA World Cup, this is a particular question that continues to hover over the Portuguese national team. At 41 years old and preparing for a record-breaking sixth [...] The post  “Ronaldo Is Focused on Nigeria, Not Retirement” – Portugal Coach appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Even the biggest football nations are not immune to World Cup qualification heartbreak. In this video, we explore seven football giants that missed consecutive FIFA World Cups, including Italy, Nigeria, England, France, the Netherlands, Senegal, and Uruguay. Discover the reasons behind their struggles and how some of these nations fought their way back to the [...] The post 7 Football Giants That Failed to Qualify for Consecutive World Cups | Italy, Nigeria, England & More appeared first on Complete Sports.

  Zimpapers Reporter THE Minister of Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services, Dr Zhemu Soda, today held the first statutory meeting of 2026 with the board of Transmedia. During the meeting,…

China has warned that renewed sanctions and threats of force could destabilize the Middle East.

Manchester City are planning a significant summer rebuild as the club looks to reshape its squad ahead of the new era following Pep Guardiola’s departure. Right-back, central midfield and winger have been identified as three priority positions for the incoming overhaul at the Etihad Stadium. According to The Athletic, Tottenham Hotspur defender Pedro Porro is […] The post Manchester City’s Right-Back Hunt Puts Pedro Porro Firmly In Their Summer Transfer Sights appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Muchaneta Chimuka A 38-YEAR-OLD Murehwa woman who kidnapped her six-week-old granddaughter in a bid to convince her boyfriend that she had given birth to a baby girl has been sentenced…

Alicia Kadzviti Herald Reporter HARARE’S wetlands are facing mounting pressure from housing developments and agricultural activities, threatening ecosystems that play a key role in water supply, purification and environmental protection,…

Gibson Mhaka gibson.mhaka@bmetro.co.zw ONE of the country’s largest mobile network operators, NetOne, has marked 30 years of operations, celebrating its transformation from Zimbabwe’s first cellular network provider into a key…

Court rules that Covid-19 and government payment delays do not excuse employers from paying...

Langalakhe Mabena langamabena@gmail.com Zimbabwean guitarist and music producer James Buzuzi, popularly known as “The Guitar Man”, has died. Veteran guitarist Clive Mono Mukundu confirmed Buzuzi’s death. “I’d like to inform…

Mbulelo Mpofu mbulelo.smpofu@gmail.com Award-winning gospel musician Everton Mlalazi’s recent release, worship song, Tiri Vana vaMambo, is a powerful track that reminds believers of who they are in God. The song’s…

No matter how the international situation changes, the Chinese party and government's firm stance on highly valuing China-DPRK traditional friendship will not change, the firm support for General Secretary Kim in leading the DPRK's socialist cause will not change, and the firm commitment to safeguarding the shared interests of the two countries and preserving a favorable strategic environment will not change, Xi said.

Diana Nherera THE City of Gweru has launched a campaign targeting primary and secondary school learners as it steps up efforts to tackle waste management challenges and promote a culture…

  Nqobile Bhebhe nqobile.bhebhe@chronicle.co.zw THE Procurement Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (PRAZ) has warned individuals abusing public procurement processes by using women as fronts to secure contracts that they do not…

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Zimpapers Arts and Entertainment Hub DJ Mapressa, the founder and organiser of the Mapressa Glam and Fashion Show, has expressed disappointment after a guest attended the fifth edition of the…

Trabzonspor president Ertugrul Doğan has addressed speculation surrounding the future of Super Eagles forward Paul Onuachu amid reported interest ahead of the summer transfer window, Soccernet.ng reports. Onuachu has emerged as a major transfer target ahead of the window, with interest coming mainly from Saudi Arabia. Al Ahli are reportedly eyeing him as a replacement for Ivan Toney, who […]

Born on 4th January, 1951, in Uwani, Enugu state, Chairman Christian Chukwu appeared at the African Cup of Nations, as a player, captain, scorer, Chief and substantive Chief Coach who participated in three editions as a player from 1976-1980, earning bronze twice. Chukwu retired from active football in 1980. In 1985, he took up the [...] The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 107: Late Christian Chukwu Football Legacy appeared first on Complete Sports.

Manchester United have unveiled an eye-catching preseason schedule ahead of the 2026/27 campaign, with newly-appointed permanent, manager Michael Carrick set to lead the Red Devils into a series of high-profile clashes across Europe. The tour will see United face a mix of traditional European heavyweights and rising challengers, including Paris Saint-Germain, AC Milan, Atlético Madrid [...] The post Manchester United Unveil Challenging Preseason Tour Against PSG, AC Milan and More appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Nigeria’s Flamingos will resume camping on Sunday as preparations intensify for their final-round qualifying fixture against Benin Republic in the race for a place at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, Completesports.com reports. The team will be camped at the Remo Stars Sports Institute in Ikenne. Akeem Busari’s side was granted a short break [...] The post U-17 WWCQ: Flamingos Reassemble Sunday For Benin Republic Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.

Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that Barcelona will not trigger their €30 million buy option clause for Marcus Rashford, with the deadline expiring in just five days. The transfer journalist posted the breaking update on X, throwing the England international’s future into serious doubt ahead of the summer transfer window. Rashford has spent the past season […] The post Barcelona Decline €30m Option As Marcus Rashford’s Future Hangs In The Balance appeared first on Gooner Daily.

The dispute arose after Pernod Ricard Kenya applied for tax refunds on December 6, 2022.

Manchester United 1999 treble winner Teddy Sheringham has revealed Diego Maradona was on his way to Tottenham Hotspur, only for his ‘baggage’ to scupper the deal. Speaking exclusively on talkSPORT and Burger King’s Squad Table, Sheringham recounted how then-Spurs boss Ossie Ardiles sought the Premier League icon’s thoughts on a move for the late World [...] The post Why Maradona Did Not Sign For Tottenham —Man United Legend appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi has expressed his disappointment over the team’s failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Soccernet.ng reports. ​The tournament is set to kick off in less than 48 hours, with 48 nations from six continental federations preparing to battle for the title of the world’s best footballing nation. Although […]

Ben Davies has signed a new one-year contract with Tottenham Hotspur, keeping the veteran Welsh defender at the club ahead of the 2026/27 season. The 33-year-old was set to become a free agent at the end of June, but Spurs moved to retain his services and Davies has agreed to remain at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. […] The post Tottenham Hand Ben Davies Fresh One-Year Deal After Devastating Ankle Injury Nightmare appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey believes France will be the team to beat at the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite the presence of reigning champions Argentina and European giants Spain, Soccernet.ng reports. The Fulham centre-back made his choice during a light-hearted question-and-answer session organised by his Premier League club. Players were asked to predict which […]

The Cristiano Ronaldo versus Lionel Messi ‘greatest of all-time’ (GOAT) debate has divided opinion amongst football fans worldwide. The 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico will be the final opportunity for both players to finally settle the argument. The sportsbooks featured on Arab World Cup betting comparison platform Arabworldcupbet.com will [...] The post Ronaldo vs Messi: The 2026 World Cup Could Finally Settle Football’s GOAT Debate appeared first on Complete Sports.

Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez has disclosed that his side will adopt an experimental approach when they face Nigeria in Wednesday night's international friendly in Leiria, Soccernet.ng reports. The former Belgium national team boss has described the match against the three-time African champions as an important final test before the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The […]

Danny Murphy has urged Xabi Alonso to prevent a Chelsea star valued at around £30 million from leaving the club this transfer window. The former Liverpool midfielder believes the player represents a key asset and should not be allowed to depart, regardless of any incoming offers. Murphy’s comments reflect a growing debate around Chelsea’s squad […] The post Danny Murphy Tells Xabi Alonso To Keep £30m Chelsea Star At The Club appeared first on Gooner Daily.

The Trump administration said Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan had been denied entry to the country because of links to “suspected members of terror organisations” making him a “national security threat”. Artan, who was Africa’s referee of the year in 2025, had been set to become Somalia’s first official at a World Cup but was [...] The post 2026 W/Cup: US Accuses Somali Referee Of Links To ‘Terror Organisations’ Suspects appeared first on Complete Sports.

The White House, U.S. Customs and Border Protection have disclosed that Somali referee Omar Artan was denied entry into the United States prior to the 2026 World Cup due to security vetting concerns. Recall that Artan arrived at Miami International Airport with a valid U.S. visa, however, following an extensive inspection, the Department of Homeland [...] The post 2026 World Cup: US Defend Visa Ban For Somali Referee, Iranians appeared first on Complete Sports.

The White House, U.S. Customs and Border Protection have disclosed that Somali referee Omar Artan was denied entry into the United States prior to the 2026 World Cup due to security vetting concerns. Recall that Artan arrived at Miami International Airport with a valid U.S. visa, however, following an extensive inspection, the Department of Homeland [...] The post 2026 World Cup: US Defend Visa Ban On Somali Referee, Iranians appeared first on Complete Sports.