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The Nigerian Super Eagles have maintained their 26th position in the latest Men’s World Rankings released on Monday. completesports.com information. However, Eric Chelle’s team dropped one place to fourth place in Africa after Egypt overtook them in the continental standings. The Super Eagles have not played since their 2-1 loss to former European champions Portugal in an international friendly in …

Post views: 12 The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Imo State Chapter, has expressed its deep sadness over the death of former Heartland FC General Manager, Promise Uchenna Nwachukwu. In a press release jointly signed by the President, Cosmos Chukwuemeka and Secretary, Tunde Liadi, the Imo SWAN President said Nwachukwu has dedicated many years of his life to …

Spain defender Pau Cubarsí has ​​been named Best Young Player of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after an exceptional tournament culminating in La Roja’s 1-0 extra-time win over Argentina in Sunday’s final. The 19-year-old centre-back received the prestigious award after playing a key role in Spain’s successful season, producing a series of composed and commanding performances which helped his country …

In a dazzling fusion of pace, culture and global unity, the first halftime show of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final came to life at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19. Although the pitched battle between Spain and Argentina captivated billions, it was shakira and burned boyThe electrifying performance of the tournament’s official anthem “dai dai” that stole …

By: Akande David Nigerian Kayinsola Ajayi continued his impressive season with a commanding victory in the men’s 100 meters at the London Diamond League on Saturday. The 21-year-old clocked 9.84 seconds to edge out reigning world Oblique champion Sevilla of Jamaica, who finished second in 9.87 seconds, while Britain’s Romell Glave came third in 9.97 seconds. Ajayi equaled his season …

Ferran Torres’ 106th-minute goal gave Spain its second world title on Sunday in a tense but one-sided win over Argentina. The shot was Spain’s 12th on target, all while defending champion Argentina had produced zero. Yet despite the frequency with which Spain peppered the Argentine defense with shots, their brilliant goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez repelled every Spanish attempt and set a …

Spain’s historic triumph at the 2026 FIFA World Cup was capped by a remarkable haul of individual success after La Roja defeated defending champions Argentina 1-0 after extra time in Sunday’s final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Ferran Torres scored the decisive goal in the 106th minute to give Spain their second FIFA World Cup title, ending a 16-year …

The history of the World Cup is not written only by great surprises and spectacular goals. Its main chapter is the final, a match that decides not only the fate of the trophy but also the place of a team in world football. On July 19, Argentina and Spain will face each other in such a final. The current champions …

Reduce the font size of the article Increase the font size of articles The Saskatchewan Roughriders are in mourning after team captain and quarterback Jayden Dalke died in a car crash Saturday night. In a statement, the Roughriders called Dalke a “tireless fighter” on the field. “Jayden’s determination, resilience and work ethic inspired his teammates, who cared deeply about him …

France captain Kylian Mbappe wrote another chapter in football history after becoming the first player to win the FIFA World Cup Golden Boot in consecutive tournaments. The 27-year-old Real Madrid striker became the top scorer of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with 10 goals in eight matches, beating Argentina captain Lionel Messi to the prestigious award. Having also won the …