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Subscribe‘We are not a tribal club’ — Enugu Rangers reject Moses Simon’s discrimination claim.
“For over five decades, Rangers has stood as one of Nigeria’s foremost national football institutions. Although proudly rooted in Enugu and the South-East, the club has always belonged to Nigeria.
Madugu picks Ajibade, Oshoala, Nnadozie, 22 others for WAFCON 2026
Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu has unveiled a 25-player squad led by captain Rasheedat Ajibade for Nigeria’s defence of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title in Morocco.
S/Eagles defender Benjamin Fredrick signs new Brentford contract, promoted to first team
“He’s already played senior international football and was a big part of Nigeria’s team in their World Cup qualifying campaign.”
Vinicius apologizes to Brazilians for World Cup ‘frustration’
“I know how much I prepared, how much I focused, how much I wanted” the World Cup “for you, for my family,” Real Madrid superstar Vinicius said in an Instagram message to fans.
Sadio Mane retires from Senegal duty after 2026 World Cup heartbreak
Sadio Mane has announced his retirement from international football following Senegal’s dramatic exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
World Cup Miss: Entire NFF board needs to go – Mikel Obi
Former Nigeria captain, Mikel Obi has described Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the ongoing World Cup as a ‘hammer blow’.
Xhaka tells Swiss fans to ‘keep dreaming’ ahead of Argentina World Cup clash
The midfielder said Switzerland’s “overarching aim” was to beat the defending champions and reach the semi-finals for the first time.
‘Good things will come if…’ — Xabi Alonso sends first message to Chelsea fans
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has urged supporters to believe in the club’s new project, insisting “good things will come” if players, staff and fans unite behind a shared vision.
Broos remains Bafana Bafana head coach — South Africa FA
South Africa have dismissed reports that Hugo Broos has stepped down as Bafana Bafana head coach following the team’s historic 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign.
New Portugal coach Jesus ‘will call up’ Ronaldo if available
Ronaldo, who said he has appeared at his last World Cup, has not decided whether he will continue to play for the national team.
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