Arthur Okonkwo Reacts to Nigeria Debut at 2026 Unity Cup
Arthur Okonkwo made his Super Eagles debut at the 2026 Unity Cup. He aims to win the 2027 AFCON and praises Uzoho and Okoye.
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Seven African teams reach World Cup round of 32
Seven African nations have qualified for the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the first expanded 48-team edition, with Morocco, South Africa, Côte d'Ivoire, Egypt, Cabo Verde, Senegal, and Ghana advancing.
FIFA Boosts Ghana Ahead of Croatia Clash at 2026 World Cup
FIFA has released a video tribute celebrating Ghana's World Cup history ahead of their crucial Group L match against Croatia, with Opta favouring Croatia.
Usyk Vacates Titles, Nigerian Boxers Itauma, Ajagba in Line
Oleksandr Usyk vacates heavyweight world titles, boosting Nigerian boxers Moses Itauma and Efe Ajagba as leading contenders for vacant belts, says boxing expert Peter Akinbo.
Supercomputer Predicts Croatia Win Over Ghana at 2026 WC
Opta supercomputer predicts Croatia (56.3% win probability) will defeat Ghana in their final 2026 World Cup group match; Ghana already through to Round of 32.
Cape Verde Set Two Unique World Cup Records with Knockout Progress
Cape Verde reached the World Cup knockout stage unbeaten, becoming the first debutants in 24 years and first team since 1998 to advance after drawing all group matches.
Cape Verde smallest nation to reach World Cup knockout stage
Cape Verde, population 600,000, become the smallest nation to reach the World Cup knockout stage after a 0-0 draw with Saudi Arabia, finishing unbeaten in Group H.
Father helps blind son 'watch' Portugal match with tactile board
A father used a tactile football board to help his visually impaired son follow Portugal vs. Uzbekistan and celebrate Ronaldo's goal in a touching video.
2026 World Cup Round of 32 Fixtures Confirmed
The 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stage begins with confirmed Round of 32 matches, including Cape Verde vs Argentina and South Africa vs Canada.
Salah Injury Scare Hits Egypt World Cup Hopes
Mohamed Salah suffered a hamstring injury during Egypt's Group G draw with Iran, raising fears ahead of the Round of 32 clash with Australia. Coach Hossam Hassan says the star is 'going to be OK'.
Davidhall, Ado Grammar win MILO Western Conference
Davidhall International College and Ado Grammar School won the Western Conference of the 26th MILO Basketball Championship, securing final spots for the national finals on July 2.
Brazil Top Group C; Morocco Beat Haiti in Thriller
Brazil secured top spot in Group C with a dominant win, while Morocco edged Haiti in a thrilling match to advance in the World Cup.
Amusan, Ashe, Brume Lead Nigeria's 29 Athletes for Commonwealth Games
Tobi Amusan, Favour Ashe, and Ese Brume headline Nigeria's 29-athlete squad for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with athletics dominating the team.
Hugo Broos Fires Back at Critics After Knockout Qualification
South Africa coach Hugo Broos has fired back at his critics after the team qualified for the Africa Cup of Nations knockout stage, saying he was always confident in his squad.
2026 World Cup: Japan-Sweden draw, Netherlands beat Tunisia
Japan and Sweden drew 1-1, while the Netherlands defeated Tunisia 3-1 in Group F of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, securing Round of 32 spots for Japan, Sweden, and the Netherlands.
Cote d'Ivoire, Ecuador Reach World Cup Knockout Stage
Cote d'Ivoire and Ecuador both advanced to the knockout stage of the 2022 FIFA World Cup, with dramatic group-stage finishes.
Tchouameni Rallies French Team for Deschamps
Aurelien Tchouameni urges France to win World Cup in honour of Didier Deschamps, whose father died during the tournament.
New states debut at Nestlé MILO basketball finals in Lagos
Katsina, Ekiti and Taraba make first appearances at the 26th Nestlé MILO Secondary School Basketball Championship finals in Lagos, showcasing grassroots growth.
Morocco Coach: We Can Win 2026 World Cup After Haiti Win
Morocco coach Mohamed Ouahbi says the Atlas Lions can win the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a dramatic 4-2 comeback victory over Haiti secured their spot in the round of 32.
Senegal Set Unique FIFA World Cup Record in 5-0 Win Over Iraq
Senegal became the first African nation to score five goals in a single FIFA World Cup match, thrashing Iraq 5-0 in their final Group I game on June 26, 2026.
2026 Ballon d'Or Rankings After Dembele Hat-Trick
Ousmane Dembele's 32-minute hat-trick against Norway at the World Cup reshapes the 2026 Ballon d'Or race, with the holder aiming to retain the award.
Ecuador Declares Holiday After World Cup Win Over Germany
Ecuador President Daniel Noboa declared Friday a public holiday after the national team's 2-1 comeback win over Germany secured a spot in the World Cup knockout stages for the first time in 20 years.
Ex-Flying Eagles Star Hails Morocco, South Africa for World Cup Progress
Former Flying Eagles goalkeeper Dele Abubakar praises Morocco and South Africa after both nations qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32, boosting Africa's image.
Six Nigerian-Origin Players Make 2026 NBA Draft
Six players of Nigerian descent were selected in the 2026 NBA Draft, highlighting Nigeria's growing influence in global basketball. The picks include Ebuka Okorie, Zuby Ejiofor, and others.
World Cup: South Korea fans petition to sack coach over Son benching
Thousands of South Korea supporters launched a petition to sack head coach Hong Myung-bo after he benched Son Heung-min in a shock 1-0 World Cup loss to South Africa.
Ghana, 3 Others Set Unique Defensive Record at 2026 World Cup
Ghana, Argentina, Mexico, and Spain have completed the group stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup without conceding a single goal, setting a unique defensive record.
Ronaldo to be Portugal manager by 2030 World Cup: Mills
Former England defender Danny Mills predicts Cristiano Ronaldo will transition into a managerial or player-coach role for Portugal by the 2030 World Cup, citing age and injury risks.
Mayweather-Pacquiao rematch postponed indefinitely
The rematch between Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao has been postponed indefinitely due to federal lawsuits and financial disputes, with the earliest possible date now in 2027.
Ecuador President Declares National Holiday After Historic Win
Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa declared a national holiday after La Tri's 2-1 victory over Germany secured their spot in the 2026 World Cup knockout stage.
CAF Congratulates Ivory Coast on Historic World Cup Knockout
CAF has congratulated Ivory Coast after they reached the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup for the first time, defeating Curacao 2-0 with a brace from Nicolas Pepe.
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