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Messi Jokes About Rough Treatment After Argentina Win
Lionel Messi joked that Cape Verde players 'kicked the crap out of me' during Argentina's 3-2 World Cup win, then asked for his jersey and selfies post-match.
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CAF Applauds Morocco for Back-to-Back World Cup Quarter-Final Feat
CAF congratulates Morocco after they beat Canada 3-0 to reach consecutive World Cup quarter-finals, a first for an African nation.
African Teams Set Unwanted 88-Year World Cup Record
Seven African nations were eliminated in the round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, breaking an 88-year-old record for most teams from one confederation exiting in the same knockout round.
Sierra Leonean Predicts 2026 World Cup Round of 16 Winners
Amadu Raheem Komba Gbandeh, who correctly predicted 28 matches, forecasts Morocco, France, Norway, England, Spain, USA, Argentina, Switzerland to win R16.
CAF Sends World Cup Message to Morocco Ahead of Canada Clash
CAF has sent a message of support to Morocco ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match against Canada. The Atlas Lions are one of two African teams left in the tournament.
Messi breaks nine World Cup records in Argentina win
Lionel Messi set nine FIFA World Cup records during Argentina's 3-2 extra-time win over Cape Verde, surpassing Pelé and Mbappé in knockout goal contributions.
Messi Shatters Multiple World Cup Records vs Cape Verde
Lionel Messi scored Argentina's opener vs Cape Verde in the 2026 World Cup Round of 32, becoming the first player to reach 20 World Cup goals and setting multiple records.
Ballon d'Or Clarifies 2026 World Cup Impact on Award
France Football confirms the 2026 World Cup winner does not automatically claim the Ballon d'Or, citing history and individual performance.
Ghana earn $13.5m after World Cup loss to Colombia
Ghana earned $13.5 million from the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a 1-0 Round of 32 defeat to Colombia, with Jhon Arias scoring the lone goal.
Opta Supercomputer Predicts 2026 World Cup Winner: France Leads
Opta's supercomputer predicts France as the 2026 FIFA World Cup winner with 28.89% chance, followed by Argentina and Spain, ahead of Round of 16 fixtures.
CAF Hails Egypt After Historic World Cup Win vs Australia
CAF congratulates Egypt after their first-ever World Cup knockout win, a 4-2 penalty shootout victory over Australia in the Round of 32.
Nigeria D'Tigers Edge Guinea to Reach Second Round of FIBA Qualifiers
Nigeria's D'Tigers secured a dramatic 80-79 win over Guinea, advancing to the second round of the 2027 FIBA World Cup African Qualifiers. Chimezie Metu hit the game-winner with three seconds left.
CAF Praises Cape Verde for Spirited World Cup Display
CAF applauded Cape Verde's 2026 World Cup campaign after their Round of 32 elimination, where they stretched Argentina to 120 minutes in a 3-2 loss.
Michael Kayode signs new Brentford deal until 2032
British-Nigerian defender Michael Kayode has signed a new contract with Brentford until June 2032, with an option for an additional year, expressing his excitement about continuing his journey with the club.
Egypt Makes History with First World Cup Knockout Win
Egypt secured their first World Cup knockout-stage victory by defeating Australia 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in extra time, advancing to the Round of 16.
Mohamed Hany Sets Unwanted World Cup Record
Egypt defender Mohamed Hany became the first player in FIFA World Cup history to score two own goals in the same tournament during Egypt's penalty shootout win over Australia.
Lorenzo Unveils Strategy to Defeat Ghana in WC Round of 32
Colombia head coach Nestor Lorenzo has outlined a multi-pronged attacking strategy to break down Ghana's defense in the 2026 World Cup Round of 32, including precise passing and long-range efforts.
Algeria Contact Super Eagles Coach Eric Chelle After WC Exit
Algeria's football federation has reportedly approached Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle to replace Vladimir Petkovic after the Desert Foxes' 2-0 loss to Switzerland in the 2026 World Cup Round of 32.
Osimhen Wears Salah's Egypt Jersey; Davido Reacts
Victor Osimhen posted a photo in Mohamed Salah's Egypt jersey before the World Cup round of 32 match against Australia, drawing praise from Davido and other celebrities.
Klopp Set to Become New Germany Coach After World Cup
Jurgen Klopp has agreed to become Germany's new head coach after Julian Nagelsmann's departure following a disappointing 2026 World Cup campaign, the DFB confirmed.
Ronaldo Dismisses Sister's Retirement Claims, Focuses on World Cup
Cristiano Ronaldo denies reports that he will retire from Portugal after the 2026 World Cup, stating he will decide after the tournament with his family.
Spain's Unai Simón breaks 36-year World Cup clean sheet record
Unai Simón set a new World Cup record with 519 consecutive minutes without conceding, surpassing Walter Zenga's 1990 mark after Spain's 3-0 win over Austria.
CAF Message to Mahrez After Algeria Star Retires from Football
CAF has sent a tribute to Riyad Mahrez after the Algerian winger retired from international football following Algeria's 2026 World Cup exit to Switzerland.
Egypt FA Slams US Police After Harassment of Players and Coach
Egypt's FA condemns US police for harassing players and staff at their World Cup hotel in Arlington, Texas, after a heated confrontation over a child's photo request.
Agent in Madrid for Osimhen-Atletico Talks, Galatasaray Demands €150M
Victor Osimhen's agent George Gardi reportedly traveled to Madrid for talks with Atletico Madrid, as Galatasaray rejects €120M offers and demands €150M for the Nigerian striker.
Allegri replaces Conte as Napoli manager
Massimiliano Allegri has been appointed Napoli manager on a three-year deal, replacing Antonio Conte who is linked with the Italy job.
Appeal Court Acquits Nigeria U-20 Captain Daniel Daga
Nigeria U-20 captain Daniel Daga unanimously acquitted by Norway's Frostating Court of Appeal after previous six-month sentence overturned; Molde FK confirms availability.
UEFA Rejects World Cup Red Card Rule for Covering Mouth
UEFA will not adopt FIFA's controversial red card rule for covering mouths during confrontations, opting for yellow cards and referee discretion instead.
Tuchel Urges Parents to Let Kids Skip School for England Match
England manager Thomas Tuchel appeals to parents to allow children to stay up late and watch the World Cup round-of-16 match against Mexico, citing the rarity of the tournament.
Cat Predicts Colombia vs Ghana World Cup Match
Nimbus Pronos, a mysterious cat, predicts Colombia will defeat Ghana in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32. Opta's supercomputer gives Colombia a 64.8% chance of winning.
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