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.
Category : Football
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.
Ronaldo to retire after 2026 World Cup, sister says
Cristiano Ronaldo's sister Kátia Aveiro confirms the Portugal captain will retire from international football after the 2026 FIFA World Cup, calling it his 'last dance'.
Nagelsmann quits as Germany coach after World Cup flop
Julian Nagelsmann resigns as Germany manager after a shock last-32 World Cup exit to Paraguay, accepting a £5m compensation package.
FIFA Explains Why VAR Disallowed Croatia's Late Goal vs Portugal
FIFA released a statement clarifying that connected ball technology detected a touch by Igor Matanović, confirming offside on Mario Pasalic, leading to the disallowed goal.
France beat Sweden 3-0 to reach World Cup Round of 16
France secured a 3-0 victory over Sweden in the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Kylian Mbappé scoring twice and Bradley Barcola adding another goal.
NPFL 2026/27 Season Kicks Off Late August, N1bn Prize
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) will return on 27–29 August 2026 for the 2026/27 season, with a record N1 billion prize for champions, approved by stakeholders in Abuja.
Belgium beats Senegal 3-2 in extra time to reach Round of 16
Belgium staged a remarkable comeback from 2-0 down to defeat Senegal 3-2 after extra time in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Youri Tielemans scoring a 125th-minute penalty to secure a Round of 16 berth.
USA Beat Bosnia 2-0 Despite Red Card, Reach Last 16
The United States defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 despite playing with 10 men for 25 minutes, securing a Round of 16 spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
2026 World Cup: Six National Team Coaches Sacked
Six national team coaches have lost their jobs during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign, according to a report by Premium Times.
Tielemans Leads Belgium Comeback to Beat Senegal at World Cup
Captain Youri Tielemans scored twice in the final minutes as Belgium overturned a 2-0 deficit to defeat Senegal and reach the 2026 World Cup Round of 16.
2026 World Cup: Unusual moments, fan antics, African pride
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has delivered remarkable fan antics, underdog stories, and emotional scenes, with Iran's resilience and Bafana Bafana's performance amid controversy.
Molde FK clears Daniel Daga for return after acquittal
Norwegian club Molde FK has confirmed Daniel Daga is available for selection after the Frostating Court of Appeal unanimously acquitted him in a criminal case, though the verdict is not yet legally binding.
Senegal Fans Petition to Sack Coach Pape Thiaw After World Cup Exit
Over 30,000 Senegal fans have signed an online petition demanding the dismissal of coach Pape Thiaw after the Teranga Lions' 3-2 extra-time loss to Belgium in the 2026 World Cup Round of 32.
Tottenham Complete £85m Club-Record Signing of Fernandes
Tottenham Hotspur have signed Mateus Fernandes from West Ham for a club-record £85m, surpassing the £65m paid for Dominic Solanke in 2024.
Michael Emenalo Leaves Saudi Pro League Chief Football Executive Role
Former Super Eagles defender Michael Emenalo steps down as Chief Football Executive of the Saudi Pro League after a three-year transformative tenure, planning a return to Europe.
African Teams Earn $13.5M Each After World Cup Round of 32 Exit
Four African nations including Senegal, DR Congo, and Ivory Coast will each earn between $11 million and $13.5 million after exiting the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the Round of 32, according to FIFA prize money distribution.
Senegal Star Pape Gueye Slams Coach, Threatens National Team Exit
Senegal midfielder Pape Gueye has threatened to boycott the national team until a new manager is appointed, following their dramatic World Cup loss to Belgium.
Why Senegal Didn't Walk Off After Belgium Penalty at World Cup
Senegal were eliminated from the 2026 World Cup after a late Belgium penalty. Unlike their AFCON 2025 protest, new FIFA rules prevented a walkout, introducing red cards and forfeiture for such actions.
CAF Statement on Senegal After World Cup Exit
CAF has released a statement on Senegal’s 2026 World Cup exit after they lost 3-2 to Belgium in extra time despite leading 2-0 until the 86th minute.
Saudi Club Bids €120m for Super Eagles Striker Osimhen
Galatasaray has received a €120m offer from a Saudi Arabian club for Victor Osimhen, but the club values him at €150m and plans a new contract until 2029.
Pape Gueye Quits Senegal After World Cup Exit, Sets Return Condition
Senegal midfielder Pape Gueye has stepped aside from the national team after their World Cup exit, demanding the departure of coach Pape Thiaw for his return.
Tottenham agree £100m Tonali deal from Newcastle
Tottenham Hotspur have agreed a £100m deal to sign Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United, smashing their transfer record for the second time in days. The deal includes £92.5m upfront plus £7.5m in add-ons.
Cape Verde President Predicts 1-0 Win Over Argentina
Cape Verde President Jose Maria Neves predicts a 1-0 victory over Argentina in the 2026 World Cup Round of 32, expressing full confidence in his debutant team despite low expectations.
Why Harry Kane Was Denied a Penalty in England vs DR Congo
England captain Harry Kane was denied a penalty in the Round of 32 against DR Congo at the 2026 World Cup, but scored a brace to lead a 2-1 comeback victory.
2026 Ballon d'Or: Mbappe Closes Gap After Sweden Brace
Kylian Mbappe's brace against Sweden boosts his Ballon d'Or bid, but Ousmane Dembele still leads. Lionel Messi enters top five after World Cup hat-trick.
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