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NPFL Moves Ikorodu City vs Wikki Tourists Clash to May 5

NPFL Moves Ikorodu City vs Wikki Tourists Clash to May 5

The Nigeria Premier Football League has announced a new date for the Matchday 36 fixture between Ikorodu City and Wikki Tourists, shifting the encounter from May 3 to May 5, 2026. League organisers confirmed that the adjustment was made because the Lagos State Federation Cup Final will take place on the original match date at the same venue, the…

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Zimbabwe: Marian Marinica steps down as national team coach

Zimbabwe: Marian Marinica steps down as national team coach

Marian Marinica has resigned as head coach of Zimbabwe’s senior men’s national team, bringing his brief tenure at the helm of the Warriors to an end. Marinica was appointed in November 2025, succeeding Michael Nees, and took charge of the team ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. His last assignment took place in March, during…

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Real Madrid pushes for Mourinho return this summer

Real Madrid is actively searching for a new head coach as Álvaro Arbeloa edges closer to the exit following a disappointing campaign. The club has drawn up a shortlist featuring top names such as Didier Deschamps, Mauricio Pochettino, Jürgen Klopp, Zinedine Zidane and José Mourinho. After a chaotic season likely to end without silverware, the Madrid board wants to…

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SC Freiburg: Noah Atubolu on the radar of top teams

SC Freiburg: Noah Atubolu on the radar of top teams

A rock-solid pillar for Freiburg since their promotion to the Bundesliga, Noah Atubolu may be playing his final season with the club. The German goalkeeper of Nigerian descent has caught the eye of top European clubs. In Spain, Atlteico Madrid is closely monitoring his situation. In the Premier League, Brighton, Tottenham, West Ham, Aston Villa, Leeds, and Liverpool are…

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FIFA Congress 2027 to take place in Morocco

FIFA Congress 2027 to take place in Morocco

FIFA Congress 2027 will be hosted in Morocco, marking another major step in the country’s growing influence in global football. The event, confirmed by RMC Sport, will be highly strategic as it coincides with the presidential election of FIFA, where Gianni Infantino is expected to run for re-election. This decision aligns with Morocco’s increasing role on the international stage,…

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Al-Ahli: Mahrez hit with sanction following AFC final

Al-Ahli: Mahrez hit with sanction following AFC final

Riyad Mahrez has been sanctioned by the Asian Football Confederation following the AFC Champions League final. The Algerian international was fined $10,000 for failing to appear in the mixed zone following the match against Vissel Kobe. Ivan Toney and Merih Demiral received the same penalty, while Al Ahli will have to pay $13,000 due to incidents involving fans and…

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World Cup 2026 set for major rule change on cards

World Cup 2026 set for major rule change on cards

World Cup 2026 will introduce a significant change to its disciplinary rules as FIFA prepares a new system for managing yellow cards. The reform, revealed by The Athletic, is expected to be discussed at a FIFA Council meeting in Vancouver and could soon be approved, marking a turning point for the competition. The proposal includes a two-step reset of…

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World Cup 2026: Luca Zidane’s selection still uncertain

The Algerian national team is holding its breath following Luca Zidane’s serious injury during the match between Granada and Almeria. Having suffered a concussion, the goalkeeper has a fractured jaw and chin news that comes as a real blow to the Fennecs. With just a few weeks to go before the World Cup kicks off, this prolonged absence has…

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Rigobert Song linked with a return to the bench

Rigobert Song linked with a return to the bench

The Congolese soccer scene is abuzz with the imminent arrival of former Indomitable Lions head coach Rigobert Song in Brazzaville. A crucial meeting is scheduled with Sports Minister Hugues Ngouelondele to discuss the terms of a collaboration. This face-to-face meeting is expected to seal the technical future of the national team, which is seeking a new lease on life…

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