Nigerian sprint hurdler Tobi Amusan has qualified for the 2026 Wanda Diamond League Final after delivering a series of consistent performances in the women’s 100m hurdles this season. The world record holder secured her place in the season-ending championship, scheduled for September 4–5 in Brussels, Belgium, after amassing 28 points from five Diamond League meetings.…
Argentina have booked their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final after coming from behind to defeat England 2-1 in a dramatic semifinal clash at Atlanta Stadium on Wednesday. The reigning world champions fought back to overcome the Three Lions, keeping alive their bid to successfully defend the title they won in Qatar in…
In a heavyweight showdown on Tuesday night, July 14, in Arlington, Texas, Spain put on a clinic and booked their ticket to the World Cup final with a composed 2-0 win over France. The victory sends Spain to Sunday’s final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey — only their second-ever World Cup final appearance. They…
Manchester United have added another big name to their midfield, sealing a £36m move for Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa. The 29-year-old Belgian has penned a five-year contract at Old Trafford, making him United’s second midfield signing of the summer. He follows Andrey Santos, who joined from Chelsea earlier in the window for £50m. Tielemans…
Senegal have dismissed head coach Pape Thiaw following the national team’s exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Thiaw, who was appointed in December 2024, oversaw a difficult campaign in which Senegal lost their opening two Group I matches to France and Norway. A convincing 5-0 victory over Iran in their final group game secured…
Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has rejoined South African Premier Division side Chippa United ahead of the 2026/27 season. The 30-year-old returns to the Chilli Boys after spending the last seven months without competitive football, a period that affected both his club career and his place in the Super Eagles squad. Chippa United confirmed Nwabali’s…
Former Super Eagles captain John Mikel Obi has called for a complete overhaul of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) following the Super Eagles’ failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Speaking on the Obi One Podcast, the former Chelsea midfielder described Nigeria’s absence from the tournament as a major disappointment and urged the…
Senegal captain Sadio Mané has announced his retirement from international football following the country’s 3-2 extra-time defeat to Belgium in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 34-year-old Al-Nassr forward confirmed his decision in a statement released after Senegal’s exit from the tournament, ending an international career that spanned 14 years.…
Norway’s preparations for their FIFA World Cup quarter-final against England have been disrupted by a sickness outbreak within the squad ahead of Saturday’s showdown in Miami. The Norwegians secured a place in the last eight with a stunning 2-1 victory over Brazil, thanks to a brace from Erling Haaland. However, head coach Ståle Solbakken…
Former Arsenal manager Arsène Wenger has tipped France to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup, saying Spain are the only team he believes can stop Didier Deschamps’ side from lifting the trophy. France have been one of the tournament’s standout performers, winning all their group-stage matches before eliminating Sweden and Paraguay to book a…
