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World Cup 2026: ‘I told Mac Allister I was going to score’

Inter Milan star Lautaro Martínez confirmed that he told teammate Alexis Mac Allister that he was going to score before scoring the winner in injury time in Argentina’s 2-1 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final victory over England. Martínez, who came off the bench in the 81st minute, headed in a cross from Lionel Messi to seal his team’s place in …

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World Cup 2026: Argentina risks FIFA punishment after victory over England

Argentina could face disciplinary action from FIFA after several of the country’s players displayed a banner supporting Argentina’s claim to the Falkland Islands following their dramatic 2-1 win over England in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-finals. The controversial celebration came moments after the reigning world champions completed a stunning comeback against England in Atlanta, securing a place in Sunday’s …

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Argentina Stop England Dream of a final Since 1966 – THIS AGE

England’s dream of reaching their first men’s World Cup final since 1966 was dealt a major blow at the hands of defending champions Argentina on Wednesday night at the Atlanta Stadium in the United States. A 55th-minute goal from Anthony Gordon had kept the Three Lions’ hopes alive until the decisive moments of the thrilling semi-final match, when Lautaro Martinez …

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FIFA World Cup 2026: How Fernandez and Martínez planned England’s fall and Argentina’s rise

Defending champions Argentina defeated England 2-1 in a dramatic 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final on Wednesday evening to book their place in a second consecutive World Cup final, where they will face Spain in a mouth-watering title clash. The South American giants showed the resilience and championship mentality that has characterized their season, overturning a one-goal deficit in the dying …

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Meet Emmanuel Ayanbunmi: a pillar of service at the Nigeria Football Federation

Post views: 48 By Ohis Asein In every successful institution, there are dedicated people whose tireless efforts behind the scenes help keep the system running smoothly. One such personality in the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is Emmanuel Ayanbunmi, an experienced football administrator whose commitment to service spans more than three decades.Mr Ayanbunmi’s remarkable career at the Nigerian Football Federation …

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Zadok Yohanna shines in training with Brighton

Newly signed Zadok Yohanna has caught the eye at English Premier League side Brighton as they step up their preparation for the start of a new season, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. Signed immediately after the end of the season from Swedish side AIK, the winger who has just turned 19 has immediately got to work with the first team under the watchful …

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Flying Eagles to face Ghana and two others in WAFU B Under-20 tournament

The Nigerian Flying Eagles will take on Ghana, Togo and Burkina Faso in Group B of the WAFU B Under-20 Championship, Completesports.com reports. The draw for the regional tournament, which serves as a qualifying competition for the 2027 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations, was held on Wednesday at the West African Football Union (WAFU) Zone B headquarters in Abidjan, Ivory …

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KFN Board Members Support Dimkpa and Praise NSC for Upholding Due Process

Post views: 8 – The President is preparing to convene the first meeting of the board By Ohis Asein Two board members of the Karate Federation of Nigeria (KFN), Dr Mustapha Sheriff Ramadan, representing the North East, and Mr Brian Obinna, representing the South East, congratulated Engr. Chukwudi Dimkpa on his rise as president of the Nigeria Karate Federation, …

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Lionel Messi warns England ahead of World Cup semi-final clash

Lionel Messi has admitted that facing England in the FIFA World Cup semi-finals will be “special” as defending champions Argentina prepare for a blockbuster clash against Thomas Tuchel’s Three Lions in Atlanta. The Albiceleste They got their place in the semifinals after defeating Switzerland 3-1 after extra timewhile England surpassed Norway 2-1 in another tough quarterfinal to prepare for one …

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