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2030 World Cup expansion gains momentum as FIFA hints at 64 teams
By Tosin Omojola Strong indications have emerged that FIFA is considering expanding the 2030 FIFA World Cup to 64 teams as part of the tournament’s centenary celebrations. The proposal gained momentum after comments by a top FIFA official and growing support from some continental football bodies. CONMEBOL president Alejandro Domínguez publicly backed the idea in a post on X, suggesting…
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Hotel payment crisis disrupts Senegal’s WAFCON build-up
By Tosin Omojola Senegal’s preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) have reportedly suffered a setback after the national women’s team was forced to leave their training camp hotel in Dakar over unpaid accommodation bills. According to L’Observateur, the Lionesses of Teranga spent only two nights at the Axil Hotel before being asked to vacate the premises…
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Spain dominate individual Awards after 2026 World Cup triumph
By Tosin Omojola Spain not only lifted the 2026 FIFA World Cup trophy but also swept most of the tournament’s major individual awards following their 1-0 extra-time victory over Argentina in Sunday’s final. Ferran Torres scored the decisive goal in extra time to hand La Roja their second World Cup title, while the newly crowned champions dominated the individual honours.…
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Mbappe makes history with second straight World Cup golden boot
By Tosin Omojola France captain Kylian Mbappe has made history by becoming the first player to win the FIFA World Cup Golden Boot twice after finishing as the top scorer at the 2026 tournament. The Real Madrid forward scored 10 goals in eight matches to beat Argentina captain Lionel Messi in the race for the tournament’s top scorer. Mbappe had…
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Super Eagles send bold 2030 World Cup message after Spain’s victory
By Tosin Omojola Shortly after Spain defeated defending champions Argentina 1-0 after extra time in Sunday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup final, Nigeria’s Super Eagles posted a brief but symbolic message on their official X account. “Congratulations to Spain on winning the 2026 #FIFAWorldCup. See you in 2030”, said Super Eagles. While congratulating the new world champions, the message also reflected…
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NRFF, NIS explore partnership to boost Rugby development
The Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF) has opened discussions with the National Institute for Sports (NIS) on a strategic partnership aimed at strengthening sports development, coaching education and grassroots participation across the country. The proposal was tabled during a courtesy visit by an NRFF delegation to the Lagos campus of the Institute, where both organisations explored areas of collaboration, including…
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Messi’s Argentina fall as Spain lift World Cup
By Tosin Omojola Spain were crowned champions of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after edging Argentina 1-0 in Sunday’s final at the New York New Jersey Stadium. Ferran Torres scored the decisive goal in the 106th minute of extra time to hand La Roja their second World Cup title, having won their first in South Africa in 2010. The final…
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Kanyinsola Ajayi: We have seen this before — by Olakunle Osisanya
Nigeria’s quest for an Olympics and World Athletics Championships (WAC) men’s 100m gold medal has received impetus with the emergence of Kanyinsola Ajayi. Kanyinsola has dominated the 2026 men’s 100m international athletics season, with his latest victory coming from the just concluded London Diamond League.At the finish line, the expressive prodigy made a cheeky gesture, which has drawn contrasting interpretations.…
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Ajayi equals Nigerian 100m record again with Diamond League victory in London
Nigeria’s Kayinsola Ajayi continued his remarkable run of form on Saturday by equalling the national men’s 100 metres record for the third time this season to win the Novuna London Athletics Meet, the 11th stop of the Wanda Diamond League. The 21-year-old sprinter clocked 9.84 seconds to beat reigning world champion Oblique Seville of Jamaica, who finished second in 9.87…
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England beat France 6-4 to finish Third at 2026 World Cup
By Tosin Omojola England defeated France 6-4 on Saturday night at Miami Stadium to secure third place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in a thrilling encounter. The Three Lions looked to be cruising to victory after racing into a four-goal lead before halftime, but France mounted a spirited second-half comeback that threatened to turn the match on its head.…
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