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Messi’s Father Jorge Receiving Medical Treatment, Family Appeals For Privacy

NewsDeskNgJun 19, 2026June 19, 20260

Argentina captain Lionel Messi’s family has confirmed that his father, Jorge Messi, is receiving medical care and has asked for privacy amid speculation about his health. The family of Argentina captain Lionel Messi has confirmed that his father, Jorge Messi, is currently experiencing a health issue and is under medical...

Morocco Captain Achraf Hakimi To Stand Trial For Alleged 2023 Rape In Paris

NewsDeskNgJun 19, 2026June 19, 20260

French prosecutors confirm PSG and Morocco defender Achraf Hakimi will face trial over alleged 2023 rape in Paris case. Morocco captain and Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi will stand trial over allegations of rape linked to an incident in 2023, French prosecutors have confirmed. The public prosecutor’s office in Nanterre,...

Neuer Confirms Final Germany Tournament As Veteran Keeper Plans Post-World Cup Retirement

NewsDeskNgJun 18, 2026June 18, 20260

Manuel Neuer says the World Cup will be his final tournament before retiring from international football again. Germany goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has confirmed he will retire from international football after the World Cup, bringing an end to his brief return to the national team for the tournament. The 40-year-old, who...

Neymar Ruled Out Of Brazil’s Haiti Clash As Calf Injury Recovery Continues

NewsDeskNgJun 18, 2026June 18, 20260

Neymar will miss Brazil’s World Cup match against Haiti as he remains sidelined recovering from a calf injury. Brazil forward, Neymar will not travel with the squad for Friday’s World Cup group-stage match against Haiti in Philadelphia as he continues his recovery from a calf injury, the Brazilian Football Confederation...

South Africa Hold Czech Republic To 1-1 Draw With Late Mokoena Penalty

NewsDeskNgJun 18, 2026June 18, 20260

South Africa fought back through Teboho Mokoena’s late penalty to secure a 1-1 draw against Czech Republic. South Africa rescued a point with a late penalty to earn a 1-1 draw against Czech Republic in their Group A clash at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, leaving both sides still searching...

Anthony Joshua Joins CAA Sports Elite Roster Alongside Mourinho And Lewandowski

NewsDeskNgJun 18, 2026June 18, 20260

Former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua joins CAA Sports as he expands business interests before returning to boxing. Two-time heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua has signed a commercial representation deal with CAA Sports, further expanding his profile beyond the boxing ring and joining a high-profile roster that includes football manager José Mourinho...

Portugal Held By DR Congo As Wissa Cancels Out Joao Neves Opener

NewsDeskNgJun 17, 2026June 17, 20260

Portugal forced to settle for a point against DR Congo after Yoane Wissa’s first-half stoppage-time equaliser. Portugal began their World Cup 2026 campaign with a disappointing 1-1 draw against the Democratic Republic of Congo, as Cristiano Ronaldo’s record-breaking appearance failed to inspire Roberto Martinez’s side to victory. The Euro 2016...

Uruguay Snatch Late Draw Against Saudi Arabia in World Cup Opener

NewsDeskNgJun 16, 2026June 16, 20260

Uruguay’s Maxi Araujo denied Saudi Arabia a memorable opening-match victory with a late equaliser. Uruguay fought back from a goal down to secure a 1-1 draw against Saudi Arabia in their opening Group H match, with Maxi Araujo scoring a late equaliser to deny the Saudis a famous victory. Saudi...

Tunisia Sack Lamouchi After Heavy World Cup Defeat To Sweden

NewsDeskNgJun 15, 2026June 15, 20260

Tunisia have dismissed head coach Sabri Lamouchi following their crushing 5-1 defeat to Sweden in their opening World Cup match. Tunisia have sacked head coach Sabri Lamouchi after their 5-1 defeat to Sweden in their opening FIFA World Cup match, the Tunisian Football Federation announced on Monday. The federation confirmed...

Ghana Moves To Challenge Canada’s Thomas Partey Visa Denial

NewsDeskNgJun 13, 2026June 13, 20260

Ghana’s government will seek a review of Canada’s decision to deny Thomas Partey entry before the World Cup. Ghana’s government says it will formally urge Canada to review its decision to deny midfielder Thomas Partey entry into the country ahead of the Black Stars’ opening match of the 2026 FIFA...