…played in 50 matches for Chelsea last season and also featured for Ecuador at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the summer.Should Caicedo remain sidelined for the Arsenal fixture, Alonso has a limited pool of options to call upon. Valentino Barco, Romeo Lavia, Jordan Henderson and club captain Reece James are among those who…

…to kidnap the Real Madrid superstar following his participation for Les Bleus at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. According to Le Parisien, Clement L has been charged in connection with a series of crimes and alleged kidnapping plots carried out between April 11 and August 19 in Neuilly-sur-Seine, Saint-Brice-sous-Forêt and Sa…

…Nigerian football. As reported by The PUNCH, the Super Eagles failed to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, while the Super Falcons recently suffered the historic setback of failing to qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup. The Falcons had also been eliminated by Cameroon in the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women’…

…and stakeholdersGusau's exit followed the Super Eagles' failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and a difficult run for several Nigerian national teamsPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has confirmed that its investigation into…

…amid growing criticism of his administration. The Super Eagles failed to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, while the Super Falcons also missed out on the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup, developments that have intensified calls from some stakeholders for changes at the federation. Former Nigeria Premier Football League…

…one position on the Billboard Global 200, within a month after the conclusion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. According to Billboard charts, the song has now topped the Billboard Global 200 for a fifth week and the Billboard Global Excl. U.S. chart for an eighth week, according to Billboard. “Dai Dai” recorded 44.1 million…

…to come back. We’re going to stay focused all year." Mbappe recently ended a remarkable 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign in North America with France, becoming the tournament’s all-time leading scorer with 22 goals. He also made history by becoming the first player to win multiple Golden Boot awards, netting 10 goals and p…

…base at Cobham after an extended break following his involvement with Argentina at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.His return to training further points towards Fernandez continuing his Chelsea career rather than preparing for a move elsewhere. He is now focused on completing his pre-season preparations and integrating back in…

…international, Nicolas Tagliafico, has said that the Albiceleste’s defeat in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final against Spain was caused by a mix of exhaustion, subpar pitch conditions and high temperatures that were adjusted for television scheduling. The defending champions were pushed into extra time on two occasions dur…

…US Soccer announced on Monday. The Argentine tactician’s previous deal expired after the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where he guided the United States to the Round of 16 in the tournament they co-hosted. Announcing the extension, U.S. Soccer Chief Executive Officer and Secretary General JT Batson said the new agreement reflec…

Davido said his support for Portugal at the 2026 FIFA World Cup was tied to a personal relationship rather than football allegianceThe Afrobeats star told Carter Efe during a livestream that he and Cristiano Ronaldo exchange messages regularlyDavido went further to back up his claim by showing Carter Efe his private ch…

…nearly three years away from the national team, Neymar, 34, made a return during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where the Selecao was eliminated in the Round of 16 following a 2-1 defeat to Norway. The all-time leading scorer for the Selecao came off the bench in the final 15 minutes of the 3-0 group stage victory over Scotl…

…is not expected to rush a decision following England’s third-place finish at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with the forward taking time to assess his options before choosing his next destination. Turkish club plan ambitious recruitment Fenerbahce are looking to build a squad capable of challenging reigning Turkish champions…

…was designed to provide players with additional recovery time following the expanded 2026 FIFA World Cup, with the season ending a week before the 2027 UEFA Champions League final. Before the Premier League action begins, English football's traditional curtain-raiser, the FA Community Shield, will be played on Sunday,…

…retiring from the Super Eagles following Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The striker has not featured for Nigeria since November 2024 despite earning a call-up for the 2025 World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe, where he remained an unused substitute. He has also been omitted from E…

…that his tactical decisions during the hydration break may have cost his side in their 2026 FIFA World Cup defeat to Norway. Reflecting on the match in an interview with ESPN monitored by PUNCH Online on Thursday, the Italian said Brazil were in control before the scheduled stoppage, despite Norway enjoying long spells…

…seeking asylum in Canada A total of 175 visitors who travelled to Canada for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have filed asylum claims, with Nigerians among the nationalities seeking refugee protection after the tournament. Canadian immigration authorities confirmed that the applications were submitted by foreign nationals who…

Cape Verde star Sidny Lopes Cabral claimed the 2026 FIFA World Cup goal of the tournament award after his stunning strike against ArgentinaThe goal came during a dramatic Round of 32 clash that stretched to 120 minutes, with Lopes responding to Argentina's extra-time openerFIFA confirmed the goal beat competition from…

FIFA recognised Kylian Mbappe as a record breaker at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after he claimed the Golden Boot for the second consecutive tournamentMbappe entered the tournament needing only four goals to surpass Miroslav Klose's all-time World Cup scoring record of 16 goalsLionel Messi briefly held the record during th…

…hate' FIFA president Gianni Infantino has launched a scathing attack on critics of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, accusing them of "spreading hate" and ignoring what he described as the tournament's overwhelming success. Infantino and FIFA have come under heavy criticism over the controversies that plagued the 2026 FIFA Worl…

…played for Mamelodi Sundowns and was part of the Bafana Bafana squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup before his death on July 11Police launched an investigation into the circumstances of his death, but authorities had released no official findings by the day of his funeralFind it fast with our new search feature at Legit.n…

…Chicago amid fitness concernsMessi's absence follows Argentina's defeat to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup finalFind it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Lionel Messi is set to miss Inter Miami's Major League Soccer clash against Montreal on Sunday, July 26, after being left out of the squad for a second c…

…pace, dribbling ability, and attacking threat from the flanks. His performances at the 2026 FIFA World Cup further enhanced his reputation, attracting interest from several of Europe’s elite clubs.

…100 assists across all competitions.The Brazil international also impressed at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, scoring four goals during the tournament. Vinicius is one of several attacking players Arsenal are monitoring this summer, with Atlético Madrid forward Julián Álvarez also regarded as a long-term target.Reports sugge…

…finalEarlier, Legit.ng reported about Spain's triumphant victory over Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where Ferran Torres delivered the decisive extra-time goal. This win not only marks Spain’s second World Cup title but also positions young star Lamine Yamal as a frontrunner in the Ballon d'Or race, illuminating…