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Certainly. Spain left it late to book their place in the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with substitute Mikel Merino scoring a dramatic stoppage-time winner to secure a 1-0 victory over Portugal at Dallas Stadium. The Arsenal midfielder needed just six minutes after coming off the bench to make the decisive contribution. Receiving a perfectly weighted pass from fellow substitute Ferran Torres, Merino composed himself before slotting beyond Diogo Costa in the 91st minute, sending Spain into the last eight and ending Cristiano Ronaldo’s final World Cup campaign. The result sends Luis de la Fuente’s side into a…

There was an unmistakable sense of finality when the full-time whistle sounded in Dallas. Portugal’s 1-0 defeat to Spain did more than end their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign. It almost certainly marked the final World Cup appearance of Cristiano Ronaldo, bringing to a close one of the greatest international careers football has ever witnessed. For nearly two decades, Ronaldo has defined Portugal’s ambitions on the biggest stages. Every tournament carried the same expectation. If Portugal were to achieve something extraordinary, their captain would almost certainly be at the heart of it. This time, however, the script ended differently. Spain…

FIFA has overturned the red card shown to United States striker Folarin Balogun, making him eligible to feature in his country’s FIFA World Cup Round of 16 clash against Belgium. Balogun had been expected to miss the knockout fixture after being sent off during the USA’s 2-0 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina in the previous round. The Arsenal forward received a straight red card following a challenge on Bosnia defender Tarik Muharemović, an offence that automatically carried a one-match suspension under FIFA regulations. However, world football’s governing body announced on Sunday that the suspension has been put on hold, allowing…

Niger Tornadoes are set to return to a revitalised home ground for the 2026-27 Nigeria Premier Football League season after the Niger State Government commenced the reconstruction of the Bako Kontagora Stadium. The renovation project represents a significant boost for the Minna-based club, which was forced to play part of its home fixtures at a neutral venue during the 2025-26 campaign because of the condition of its stadium. Returning to familiar surroundings is expected to provide both a competitive advantage and a renewed sense of identity as the club prepares for a new season. Speaking on the project, the Niger…

For years, Vinícius Júnior has been one of the most devastating players in club football. Week after week, he dazzled for Real Madrid, won major trophies and established himself among the world’s elite. Yet whenever he pulled on the famous yellow shirt of Brazil, the same question kept resurfacing: why couldn’t he replicate that form for the Seleção? At the 2026 FIFA World Cup, that narrative is finally changing. Four goals and one assist in four matches have transformed Vinícius from one of Brazil’s most scrutinised players into one of the tournament’s brightest stars. As Carlo Ancelotti’s side prepare for…

Niger Tornadoes are set to return to a revitalised home ground for the 2026-27 Nigeria Premier Football League season after the Niger State Government commenced the reconstruction of the Bako Kontagora Stadium. The renovation project represents a significant boost for the Minna-based club, which was forced to play part of its home fixtures at a neutral venue during the 2025-26 campaign because of the condition of its stadium. Returning to familiar surroundings is expected to provide both a competitive advantage and a renewed sense of identity as the club prepares for a new season. Speaking on the project, the Niger…

Germany’s search for a new direction has begun swiftly following another disappointing FIFA World Cup campaign, with the German Football Federation confirming it will open talks with Jürgen Klopp over the vacant national team job. The move follows the departure of Julian Nagelsmann, whose tenure came to an abrupt end after Germany’s Round of 16 elimination at the 2026 World Cup. The four-time world champions were knocked out on penalties by Paraguay, extending a worrying trend that has seen one of international football’s traditional powerhouses repeatedly fall short on the biggest stage. The latest setback carries added significance given Germany’s…

Kano Pillars have confirmed the appointment of Daniel Ogunmodede as the club’s new Technical Adviser ahead of the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season as the four time league champions continue their rebuilding efforts. The appointment was announced in a statement issued on Friday by the club’s Media Director, Isma’eel Tangalashi, who said Ogunmodede, widely known in Nigerian football circles as “Ijaball,” will lead the club’s technical department as preparations for the new campaign gather momentum. According to the club, the decision forms part of a broader restructuring process aimed at strengthening the technical setup and positioning Kano Pillars…

Defending champions Argentina continue their quest to retain the FIFA World Cup when they face tournament debutants Cape Verde in the Round of 32 in Miami. Although Lionel Scaloni’s side are widely expected to progress, Cape Verde have already emerged as one of the biggest surprise packages of the tournament after reaching the knockout stage without suffering a defeat. Argentina arrive with maximum confidence after finishing top of Group J with three victories from three matches. Having already secured qualification with wins over Algeria and Austria, the South Americans completed a perfect group campaign by defeating Jordan 3-1. Giovani Lo…

Australia and Egypt meet in Dallas for a place in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with both nations aiming to continue impressive campaigns that have already exceeded expectations in different ways. While Egypt enter the contest as slight favourites, the margins between the two sides are slim, setting up what could be one of the closest knockout ties of the tournament. Egypt’s preparations have been overshadowed by concerns surrounding captain Mohamed Salah. The experienced forward suffered a hamstring strain during the Pharaohs’ 1-1 draw with Iran in their final group-stage match and has since been…