Joshua survives knockdowns, stops Prenga
World Cup 2026: Two quarter-final fixtures confirmed
Forest appoint Glasner as new manager
FIFA have ‘crossed a red line’ in Balogun reprieve: UEFA

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Tottenham sign Tonali from Newcastle
Tottenham announced Monday the signing of Italy midfielder Sandro Tonali from fellow Premier League club Newcastle in a deal that could go up to a club record £100 million ($133.4 million).
2026 World Cup: What Neymar told Norway goalkeeper, Nyland during penalty kick
Fresh details have emerged about the fiery exchange between Brazil forward Neymar and Norway goalkeeper Ørjan Nyland during Brazil’s shock 2-1 defeat in the FIFA World Cup round of 16.
‘Our game, not theirs’ – Klopp slams FIFA’s Balogun decision
“This is our game, not theirs… If Trump and Infantino really worked this all out between themselves, that’s crazy. It calls everything into question…
Neymar says Brazil career ‘over’ after Norway defeat
Brazil superstar Neymar indicated Sunday that his international career was over after the five-time World Cup winners went out of the tournament in the last 16 at the hands of Norway.
Bellingham tells England to believe after Mexico masterclass
Jude Bellingham told his England teammates they can be world champions after leading by example in a 3-2 win over Mexico that will go down as one of the Three Lions’ best ever World Cup triumphs.
Haaland scores brace to dump Brazil out of World Cup
Erling Haaland scored twice as Norway sealed a stunning 2-1 upset over Brazil on Sunday to reach the World Cup quarter-finals.
White House called FIFA’s Infantino to review Balogun’s red card – report
The White House contacted FIFA President Gianni Infantino to request a review of Folarin Balogun’s red card during the FIFA World Cup, according to a person familiar with the matter.
Ronaldo speaks on retirement from football
Cristiano Ronaldo has insisted he will retire from international football on his own terms, dismissing persistent questions about the end of his career ahead of Portugal’s FIFA World Cup last-16 clash with Spain.
Belgium FA ‘astonished’ at FIFA decision to suspend Balogun red card
Belgium’s football association said Sunday it was “astonished” at FIFA’s decision to suspend USA forward Folarin Balogun’s red card, allowing him to play against Belgium in the World Cup last-16 game.
Trump thanks FIFA for suspending USA’s Balogun’s World Cup red card
President Donald Trump on Sunday thanked football’s world governing body for suspending the red card issued to USA’s Folarin Balogun, paving the way for the star striker to play in a last-16 showdown against Belgium in the World Cup.
USA’s Balogun free to play in next match after red card suspended
USA forward Folarin Balogun is free to play in the World Cup last-16 game against Belgium after FIFA on Sunday suspended the red card he received in his previous game.
We must rid NFF of scavengers who have nothing to offer – Odegbami
Former Nigeria international, Segun Odegbami, who has become the lone voice in the wilderness has launched scathing criticisms on Nigerian football authorities, following the Super Eagles’ failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Haaland, Gabriel renew rivalry as Norway face Brazil in World Cup last 16
One of football’s most intense individual rivalries is set to take center stage on the global stage as Norway take on Brazil in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16, with Erling Haaland and Gabriel expected to resume their long-running battle.
Ballon d’Or: Any player, outside Europe, can win the award – Organisers
Ballon d’Or organisers have responded to the long-running debate over whether footballers must play for European clubs to stand a realistic chance of winning the prestigious award, insisting that while history favours Europe-based players, the prize is open to footballers from any league in the world.
Real Madrid sign Dumfries from Inter Milan
Real Madrid signed Dutch defender Denzel Dumfries from Inter Milan on Sunday for a reported 20 million euros ($23 million)

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