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Arsenal Reach Agreement to Sign Club Brugge Winger Christos Tzolis in £34m Deal

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Arsenal Reach Agreement to Sign Club Brugge Winger Christos Tzolis in £34m Deal

Arsenal have reached an agreement with Belgian champions Club Brugge to sign Greek international winger Christos Tzolis in a deal reportedly worth around £34 million (€40 million), with the player now expected to complete the remaining formalities before joining the North London club. The 24-year-old is expected to bolster Mikel Arteta’s attacking options following the…

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Spain’s Tactical Masterclass Ends France’s World Cup Dream as Mbappé Admits Costly Mistakes

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Spain’s Tactical Masterclass Ends France’s World Cup Dream as Mbappé Admits Costly Mistakes

France’s quest for a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final came to a disappointing end after a deserved 2-0 defeat to Spain in Tuesday’s semifinal. The clash, played in Dallas, saw Spain dominate possession and dictate the tempo for long spells before securing victory through goals from Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro. The…

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Football, World Cup Tournament

Argentina Outlast Switzerland in Extra Time to Book World Cup Semi-Final Spot

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Argentina Outlast Switzerland in Extra Time to Book World Cup Semi-Final Spot

Defending champions Argentina produced a strong extra-time performance to defeat Switzerland 3-1 and secure a place in the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after an entertaining quarter-final encounter. Argentina made a bright start and took the lead in the 10th minute when Alexis Mac Allister headed home from a well-delivered cross by captain…

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France Cruise Into World Cup Last Four as Mbappé, Dembélé Sink Morocco

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France Cruise Into World Cup Last Four as Mbappé, Dembélé Sink Morocco

France booked their place in the semifinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating Morocco 2-0 in a composed quarterfinal performance, with captain Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé finding the net to keep Les Bleus’ title ambitions firmly on course. The quarterfinal clash saw France assert their quality against a determined Moroccan side that…

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Kwara United Set for Major Squad Overhaul as 10 New Signings Target Stronger 2026/27 NPFL Campaign

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Kwara United Set for Major Squad Overhaul as 10 New Signings Target Stronger 2026/27 NPFL Campaign

Kwara United are preparing for a significant rebuilding exercise ahead of the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League season, with the club planning to recruit 10 new players to strengthen the squad for the new campaign. The club’s Technical Adviser, Ashifat Suleiman, disclosed the transfer plans as preparations gather momentum for the forthcoming season. According to…

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World Cup Dream Ends for South Africa and Tunisia as Africa’s Contingent Shrinks

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World Cup Dream Ends for South Africa and Tunisia as Africa’s Contingent Shrinks

Two African nations have now bowed out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after South Africa joined Tunisia on the list of eliminated teams following a dramatic Round of 32 defeat to co-hosts Canada. South Africa’s campaign came to an agonising end on Sunday after conceding a stoppage-time goal in a 1-0 loss to Canada…

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Football, World Cup Tournament

Why I Chose to Return to Real Madrid After 13 Years- José Mourinho

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Why I Chose to Return to Real Madrid After 13 Years- José Mourinho

World class football team manager, José Mourinho has opened up on the reasons behind his return to Real Madrid, saying his decision was driven by his deep affection for the club and its unique place in world football. Speaking in his first major interview since being confirmed as Real Madrid manager for a second spell,…

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Brazil Thrash Haiti 3-0, Japan Hammer Tunisia 4-0 as Group Stage Intensifies

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Brazil Thrash Haiti 3-0, Japan Hammer Tunisia 4-0 as Group Stage Intensifies

The 2026 FIFA World Cup delivered more drama over the weekend as Brazil and Japan recorded emphatic victories to strengthen their positions in the group stage, while several other teams moved closer to securing places in the knockout rounds. Five-time world champions Brazil bounced back from their opening draw against Morocco with a convincing 3-0…

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Football, World Cup Tournament

Burna Boy, Shakira Electrify 2026 FIFA World Cup Opening Ceremony in Mexico City

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Burna Boy, Shakira Electrify 2026 FIFA World Cup Opening Ceremony in Mexico City

Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Burna Boy and Colombian global music icon Shakira delivered a memorable performance at the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, officially launching football’s biggest tournament before a global audience. The star-studded ceremony took place on Thursday at the historic Estadio Azteca in Mexico City ahead of the opening match between…

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Ronaldo Set for Historic First-Ever Clash Against Nigeria as Portugal Host Super Eagles in Friendly

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Ronaldo Set for Historic First-Ever Clash Against Nigeria as Portugal Host Super Eagles in Friendly

Football icon Cristiano Ronaldo is poised to face Nigeria’s Super Eagles for the first time in his illustrious career when Portugal take on the three-time African champions in an international friendly on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. The highly anticipated encounter will be played at the Estádio Dr. Magalhães Pessoa in Leiria, Portugal, and serves as…

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