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July 8, 2026

Switzerland reach 2026 World Cup quarter-final, edge Colombia in penalty shootout

Switzerland beat Colombia on penalties 4-3, after a goalless draw, in Vancouver to reach their first World Cup quarter-final in 72 years.

July 7, 2026

Messi’s redemption inspires Argentina to stunning World Cup comeback win over Egypt

Argentina will face the winner of the round-of-16 match between Colombia and Switzerland for a place in the semifinals.

July 7, 2026

Enugu Rangers to unveil new players ahead of new season

The Rangers International Football Club of Enugu says it has begun preparations for the 2026/27 football season.

Rangers International Football Club of Enugu
July 7, 2026

“You are despicable, unworthy of your position,” France star Mbappé attacks Paraguayan senator Amarilla over racial abuse

Ms Amarilla described Mbappe as a colonized Cameroonian, pretending to be French, resentful, newly rich, arrogant, and ugly.

Senator Celeste Amarilla
July 7, 2026

Belgium end U.S. 2026 World Cup dream amid Trump’s red card drama

Spain will play Belgium at the Los Angeles Stadium on Friday after eliminating Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal.

World Cup
July 7, 2026

Kano Pillars resume training, target NPFL title

Kano Pillars FC on Monday resumed preparations for the 2026/2027 Nigeria Premier Football League season with their first training session at the Sani Abacha Stadium.

Kano Pillars
July 7, 2026

Teary Ronaldo says World Cup career over as Spain beat Portugal

“It’s been my last World Cup, yes. But now I will have time to think, stay with my family, and life continues,” said Ronaldo.

Cristiano Ronaldo
July 6, 2026

FIFA, Adidas unveil 2026 World Cup final match ball  

The match ball is inspired by the FIFA World Cup trophy, featuring a striking white, black, and gold design.

July 6, 2026

2026 World Cup: ‘You’ve been trying to kill me for 23 years,’ Ronaldo tells journalists

Ronaldo condemned some journalists who have taken pleasure in casting a harsh spotlight on him, saying it had been the same since he was 18 years old.

Cristiano Ronaldo
July 6, 2026

Oliver Glasner becomes Forest’s fifth coach in one year

Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis described the manager as “a winner,” acknowledging his leadership and style of play.