World Cup 2026: How Trump’s Phone Call Saved Balogun’s World Cup Dream

  President Trump called FIFA president, Gianni Infantino, on Wednesday and asked him to review the suspension of the United States’ top goal scorer, Folarin Balogun at the 2026 World…

World Cup 2026: Trump Hails FIFA’s Suspension of Balogun Ban as “Great Injustice” Reversed

      President Donald Trump has hailed FIFA’s decision to suspend a one-match ban for a US forward, Folarin Balogun.     It is a move which has further…

World Cup: “He Has Lost His Touch”: Ibrahimovic Says Portugal Can’t Win in 2026 with Ronaldo

      Former Sweden striker, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, has hit out at Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo amid the ongoing FIFA World Cup.     The former Manchester United and Paris…

Mbappe’s Decisive Penalty Sends France Past Paraguay Into World Cup Quarter-Finals

  Kylian Mbappe’s penalty in the second half proved to be the winner, as France defeated Paraguay 1-0 to qualify for the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup. The first…

Osimhen Lacks Barcelona-Level Technique, Says Ex-Fenerbahçe Striker Dursun

Former Fenerbahçe striker Serdar Dursun has questioned whether Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen has the technical quality required to thrive at Barcelona, despite praising the Nigerian as a highly talented…

Michael Kayode signs new long-term Brentford contract

British Nigerian footballer, Michael Kayode has penned a new long-term contract with Premier League club Brentford, . Kayode only linked up with the Bees just one year ago from Fiorentina…

2026 FIFA World Cup: Cape Verde Make History Despite Argentina Defeat, Match Nigeria’s Record

Cape Verde became the first African nation to score more than one goal in a World Cup match against the defending champions. The Blue Sharks were also the second African…

Round of 16 Fixtures Announced for 2026 World Cup After Thrilling Group Stage

      The full fixtures and dates for the World Cup Round of 16 fixtures have been confirmed.     This follows the conclusion of the Round of 32…

2026 World Cup: Nagelsmann Steps Down as Germany Manager

Julian Nagelsmann has stepped down as Germany head coach following the country’s disappointing exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, becoming the sixth national team manager to leave after elimination…

Cristiano Ronaldo to retire from international football after 2026 World Cup – Sister confirms

Cristiano Ronaldo’s sister, Kátia Aveiro, has said the Portugal captain will retire from international football after the 2026 FIFA World Cup, calling the tournament his “last dance” with the national…