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Ronaldo makes World Cup history as Portugal thrash Uzbekistan
By Tosin Omojola Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Portugal beat Uzbekistan 5-0 in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group K match at Houston Stadium on Tuesday. The Portugal captain became the first player to score in six World Cup tournaments and the oldest to score a brace at the competition. Nuno Mendes and Rafael Leão also scored, while an own…
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Chelle retains Super Eagles role, takes over U-23 team
By Tosin Omojola Malian-born tactician Eric Chelle will remain head coach of Nigeria’s Super Eagles and will also take charge of the country’s U-23 national team. This was confirmed on Tuesday by the Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Shehu Dikko, following a meeting with officials of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). The decision signals the beginning of Nigeria’s…
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Mbappe brace fires France past Iraq in storm-delayed clash
By Tosin Omojola Kylian Mbappe scored twice to move into joint-second on the all-time World Cup goalscoring list as France eased past Iraq in a weather-delayed match in Philadelphia. Mbappé struck early in both halves to take his World Cup tally to 16 goals in 16 appearances, leaving him just two behind Lionel Messi, who had earlier broken Miroslav Klose’s…
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Haaland double sends Norway into last 32
By Tosin Omojola Erling Haaland scored twice as Norway beat Senegal in New Jersey to reach the Round of 32 at the FIFA World Cup. The Manchester City striker took his tournament tally to four goals in two matches, while Marcus Pedersen opened the scoring late in the first half after Senegal captain Kalidou Koulibaly’s poor clearance. Haaland made it…
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Algeria rally past Jordan to keep World Cup dream alive
By Tosin Omojola Algeria staged a second-half comeback to beat Jordan 2-1 on Monday and keep their 2026 FIFA World Cup hopes alive. After falling behind in the 31st minute to Nizar Al Rashdan’s clever finish, Algeria improved after the break following changes from coach Vladimir Petković. Nadir Benbouali equalised in the 69th minute with a header from a Riyad…
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Messi breaks World Cup scoring record as Argentina advance
By Tosin Omojola Lionel Messi set a new all-time FIFA World Cup scoring record with his 17th and 18th tournament goals as defending champions Argentina defeated Austria 2-0 on Monday to book their place in the Round of 32. The Argentina captain endured a frustrating start after missing a penalty, but he quickly made amends by putting his side ahead…
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Saka back with Squad as England prepare for Ghana
By Tosin Omojola Bukayo Saka has handed England manager Thomas Tuchel a timely fitness boost after returning to full training ahead of Tuesday’s World Cup Group G clash against Ghana in Boston. The Arsenal forward did not take part fully in Saturday’s training session, instead completing individual work as he continues to manage an Achilles tendinitis problem. However, Saka is…
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Cape Verde earn brave draw against Uruguay
By Tosin Omojola Cape Verde’s remarkable debut FIFA World Cup campaign continued on Monday as they earned a thrilling 2-2 draw against two-time champions Uruguay in a fiercely contested Group H encounter in Miami. Having already stunned observers with a goalless draw against Spain in their opening match, the tournament newcomers made another statement by taking the lead against Uruguay…
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Salah leads Egypt to memorable 3-1 comeback success
By Tosin Omojola Egypt secured their first-ever FIFA World Cup win on Monday, coming from behind to beat New Zealand 3-1 in Group G at BC Place. Inspired by captain Mohamed Salah, the Pharaohs produced a strong second-half comeback to move top of the group and boost their hopes of reaching the knockout stages. New Zealand took the lead in…
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Belguim stumble again as Iran earn crucial point
By Tosin Omojola Goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand produced a series of outstanding saves as Iran kept their hopes of reaching the FIFA World Cup knockout stage alive for the first time with a hard-fought goalless draw against 10-man Belgium in Los Angeles. The 33-year-old shot-stopper was the standout performer for Team Melli, frustrating Belgium throughout the contest with several crucial interventions.…
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