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UEFA Says FIFA Allowing Suspended Balogun To Play Undermines World Cup Integrity

NewsDeskNgJul 6, 2026July 6, 20260

UEFA says FIFA’s decision to allow suspended Balogun play weakens World Cup credibility and sets a dangerous precedent. UEFA has condemned FIFA’s decision to allow United States striker, Folarin Balogun to play in the World Cup last-16 clash against Belgium despite his automatic suspension, calling the move “unprecedented, incomprehensible and...

FIFA Clears Folarin Balogun To Face Belgium After Trump Intervention Despite Red Card Suspension

NewsDeskNgJul 6, 2026July 6, 20260

FIFA overturn Folarin Balogun’s automatic suspension, allowing the USA striker to face Belgium after President Trump urged a review. FIFA has cleared United States striker, Folarin Balogun to play against Belgium in Monday’s FIFA World Cup round-of-16 clash after suspending the automatic one-match ban triggered by his red card against...

Kayinsola Ajayi Wins Diamond League 100m, Equals Nigerian Record

NewsDeskNgJul 5, 2026July 5, 20260

Kayinsola Ajayi announces himself globally after matching Nigeria’s 100m record with stunning Diamond League triumph in Eugene Saturday. Nigeria’s sprint sensation, Kayinsola Ajayi, announced his arrival on the biggest stage of international athletics with a sensational victory in the men’s 100 metres at the Prefontaine Classic Diamond League in Eugene,...

Bayern Sign German Defender Nathaniel Brown From Frankfurt

NewsDeskNgJul 4, 2026July 4, 20260

Bayern Munich have completed the signing of Germany defender Nathaniel Brown from Eintracht Frankfurt on a five-year contract until 2031. Bayern Munich have completed the signing of Germany defender Nathaniel Brown from Bundesliga rivals Eintracht Frankfurt, with the 23-year-old putting pen to paper on a five-year contract that runs until...

Morocco Thrash Canada 3-0 To Reach World Cup Quarterfinals

NewsDeskNgJul 4, 2026July 4, 20260

Morocco scored three unanswered goals to end Canada’s historic World Cup campaign to book a quarterfinal place. Morocco became the first team to secure a place in the quarterfinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a commanding 3-0 victory over Canada in their Round of 16 clash in Houston...

England’s Harry Kane Complete Two-Goal Comeback To Beat DR Congo 2-1 To Reach World Cup Last 16

NewsDeskNgJul 1, 2026July 1, 20260

Harry Kane scored a second-half brace as England came from behind to beat DR Congo 2-1 and reach the last 16. England came from behind to defeat DR Congo 2-1 in the knockout match, with Harry Kane scoring twice in the second half to overturn Brian Cipenga’s early opener. The...

Koeman Resigns As Netherlands Coach After World Cup Exit, KNVB Condemns Racist Abuse Of Players

NewsDeskNgJul 1, 2026July 1, 20260

Ronald Koeman steps down after Netherlands’ World Cup exit as the Football Association condemns racist online abuse targeting three players. Ronald Koeman has resigned as head coach of the Netherlands following the team’s shock last-32 elimination by Morocco at the FIFA World Cup, saying he accepted full responsibility for the...

Brazil 2-1 Japan: Brazil Survive Japan Scare As Martinelli’s Late Strike Sends Selecao Into Last 16

NewsDeskNgJun 29, 2026June 29, 20260

Gabriel Martinelli’s stoppage time winner propelled Brazil into last 16 after Japan threatened a major World Cup upset in Houston. Brazil needed a dramatic injury time winner from Gabriel Martinelli to edge past Japan 2-1 and book their place in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 after a tense...

Dembélé Hat-Trick Powers France To 4-1 Victory Over Norway

NewsDeskNgJun 27, 2026June 27, 20260

Ousmane Dembélé’s first-half hat-trick powers France to victory over Norway and secure top spot in Group I. France beat Norway 4-1 to secure top spot in Group I,with Ousmane Dembélé’s first-half hat-trick proving decisive as Les Bleus completed a dominant display and advanced to the Round of 32 as group...

Belgium Thrash New Zealand 5-1 To Reach World Cup Knockout Stage As Group G Winners

NewsDeskNgJun 27, 2026June 27, 20260

Leandro Trossard brace helps sweep Belgium past New Zealand 5-1 to secure a place in the World Cup knockout stage. Belgium booked their place in the World Cup last 32 with a commanding 5-1 victory over New Zealand, with Leandro Trossard scoring twice as the Red Devils topped Group G...