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Ballon d’Or 2026: Alan Shearer, Gary Lineker, Micah Richards pick player to win award
Alan Shearer, the former Newcastle United striker, has endorsed Bayern Munich’s Harry Kane as the frontrunner for the 2026 Ballon…
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NPFL: Shooting Stars fans call for Yusuf’s sack after Kano Pillars draw
Shooting Stars supporters are calling for the dismissal of head coach Salisu Yusuf following a disappointing performance in the Nigeria…
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Boxing: WBA title confusion clouds Anthony Joshua’s plan to face Gassiev next
Confusion surrounding the World Boxing Association (WBA) heavyweight title has cast uncertainty over the proposed unification bout between British boxer…
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EPL: Arteta becomes highest-paid manager with new Arsenal contract
Arsenal Football Club has confirmed that manager Mikel Arteta has signed a new contract, making him the highest-paid manager in…
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NPFL: Why Ranchers Bees lost to Kwara United – Abdallah
Ranchers Bees technical adviser Usman Abdallah attributed his team’s 2-1 defeat to Kwara United to a lack of experience among…
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Ballon d’Or 2026: He really stands out – Emile Heskey picks player to win award
Emile Heskey, a former international footballer for England, has endorsed Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal as the frontrunner for the 2026…
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Full text of Messi’s farewell speech as he retires from Argentina
Argentina’s captain Lionel Messi concluded his international career on a triumphant note, leading the national team to a 3-0 victory…
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NPFL: How Rivers United can win the league title – Finidi
Rivers United Technical Adviser Finidi George has emphasized the club’s commitment to securing victories in all of their home matches…
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Busari names 21-player Flamingos squad for 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup
Nigeria’s Flamingos head coach Akeem Busari has announced a squad of 21 players for the upcoming 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s…
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Ballon d’Or 2026: ‘There’s no outright favourite, give it to Messi’ – Arshavin tells organisers
Former Arsenal Star Supports Messi for 2026 Ballon d’Or Andrey Arshavin, a former player for Arsenal, has voiced his belief…
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