…Concern in 2025 over allegations of Christian persecution, and after a US missile strike on Nigerian territory on Christmas Day drew tension between both countries. The two nations have since entered a security partnership targeting terrorist groups in the north.
…the notes were written in English, Talk Sport reports. For Fernandez, whose long-range strike had cancelled out England’s opener, Pickford had simply noted that he expected the midfielder to place his shot down the middle. Fernandez reportedly reacted with visible relief on realising his usual routine had been read cor…
…to widen disruptions to regional energy exports following a fresh wave of US military strikes on Iranian targets. Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said the Strait of Hormuz would remain shut until the United States ended what it described as its “acts of aggression”, warning that Tehran could also block other regional oil a…
…comeback from Argentina as Enzo Fernandez levelled with a wonderful 85th-minute strike from distance before substitute Martinez headed in a 92nd-minute winner.Legit.ng reports that the assessment of England's latter approach to the game places responsibility firmly on the manager rather than the players, who were consi…
…champions Argentina in the World Cup semi-finals on Wednesday. Anthony Gordon’s strike had put the Three Lions on the cusp of a first men’s World Cup final since they lifted the 1966 trophy but Lionel Messi inspired a dramatic turnaround in Atlanta. He set up Enzo Fernandez, who blasted home from outside the area, and…
…foreign intervention. Yet, when one month later the U.S. launched some precision strikes against ISIS-linked terrorists in Sokoto, the same characters turned around to endorse an actual foreign military action on Nigerian soil. Since then, Americans have put boots on the ground and the Tinubu administration is brandish…
…she continued, referring to the late soccer legend Diego Maradona and current star striker Lionel Messi. “Go Argentina! Because until our very last breath, we will keep claiming what is ours!” she wrote, echoing a popular anthem sung by Argentine fans during the tournament. Villarruel’s father fought in the 1982 Falkla…
…see how that develops." The offer comes after an impressive campaign by the Super Eagles striker, who played a key role in Celtic's successful 2025/2026 Scottish Premiership title-winning season. Iheanacho scored seven league goals during the campaign, making important contributions as Celtic secured another domestic c…
Former Sweden striker, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, has explained why Spain defeated France 2-0 in Tuesday’s World Cup semi-final encounter. According to Ibrahimovic, Spain wanted the win more than France, adding that they took command of the game for the entire duration of the match. Speaking on Fox Sports, the former Barcelon…
Former Arsenal striker, Ian Wright, has blamed France players for their 2-0 defeat to Spain in the semi-final of the 2026 World Cup. Wright, speaking on ITV, claimed that structure trumped individuality in the game. Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro scored for Spain as they eased into the final, where they will play Engl…
…into the wall of French players.Kylian Mbappé was in France's starting lineup after the striker exited in the 77th minute of the team's quarterfinal win over Morocco. Mbappé scored his eighth goal against Morocco and entered the semifinals even with Argentina superstar Lionel Messi in the race for the Golden Boot.The 3…
…scored twice in Argentina's 2-1 victory over England, first with the controversial strike that became known as the "Hand of God" before producing a remarkable solo effort widely regarded as the "Goal of the Century." Carmando, who spent more than three decades on Napoli's medical staff, said his relationship with Marad…
…says Trump's World Cup red card intervention affected USA before Belgium defeat US striker Folarin Balogun has admitted the controversy surrounding the suspension of his World Cup ban affected the USA before their last-16 defeat to Belgium. The USA striker became the focus of one of the World Cup's biggest controversie…
…financial capacity to enter into new contracts. The news comes months after Ronaldo's strike over what he viewed as a lack of investment in the club, despite earning £488,000 a day. The Portugal captain was reportedly dissatisfied with the Saudi Arabia Public Investment Fund's (PIF) backing of the club, particularly as…
Former Chelsea and Arsenal striker Nicolas Anelka reveals the reason he was expelled from the 2010 World Cup by France Former Chelsea and Arsenal striker Nicolas Anelka has opened up about the infamous dressing-room confrontation with manager Raymond Domenech during the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, an incident that…
Oil prices jumped again on Tuesday after fresh US strikes against Iran that marked a new escalation in hostilities that has fuelled fears over their already fragile truce and the chances of another spike in inflation. However, tech firms enjoyed a much-needed reprieve after the latest bout of selling, although they onl…
…President Donald Trump has indicated that his administration is considering a military strike on Iran’s Pickaxe Mountain nuclear facility, suggesting the site could be targeted in the near future. Trump made the statement while speaking during an interview with conservative radio host Hugh Hewitt. He stated that the Un…
…in combating terrorism through aggressive intelligence-led operations, and precision airstrikes that continuously degrade insurgent logistics networks. “The recent success of the military and other security agencies in disrupting terrorist networks deserved praise for their innovative, intelligence-driven tactics that…
US President Donald Trump on Monday said the United States would again strike Iran “hard,” as the military launched a fresh salvo of attacks for the third night in a row and reimposed a blockade on Iranian ports. “We’re going to hit them very hard tonight, and we’re going to hit them hard tomorrow,” Trump said at the W…
US launches new wave of strikes against Iran The strikes were carried out after US President Donald Trump directed the US Central Command forces to begin the fresh round of strikes around 5 p.m. ET to "hold Iranian forces accountable," CENTCOM announced in a statement on X. The US completed the wave of strikes against…
…very evil and sick people.” Nonetheless, the United States president has ordered fresh strikes, targeting Tehran’s ability to attack commercial vessels after Iranian forces hit a Cyprus-flagged container ship. Huge blasts were heard south of the country’s coast impacting petrochemical hubs of Bushehr and Asalouyeh, the…
…from Lazio. Young talents Aurelien Guernier, who recently joined from Birmingham City, striker Andrej Kostic and midfielder Christian Comotto are also among the players selected for the first phase of pre-season. Portugal international Goncalo Ramos has not yet linked up with the squad as he remains on holiday followin…
…director Filippo Antonelli has confirmed talks are at a very advanced stage for Sevilla striker Akor Adams, DAILY POST reports. Transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano reported on Saturday that Venezia, and Sevilla have agreed on a €16m fee for the Nigeria international. Antonelli revealed there are some details to be sorted…
Former Sweden striker, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, has hit out at Noni Madueke while also hailing Jude Bellingham after England’s World Cup quarter-final 2-1 win against Norway on Saturday. Ibrahimovic said Madueke made the wrong decision during the encounter against Norway, as he also lauded Bellingham, insisting that the Rea…
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