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FULL LIST: Unai Simón joins World Cup clean-sheet greats as Barthez, Shilton remain joint leaders
Unai Simon | FIFA Spain goalkeeper Unai Simón has climbed into joint third place on FIFA’s all-time list of goalkeepers with the most clean sheets at the FIFA World Cup following Spain’s run to the 2026 final. According to FIFA’s updated rankings after the semi-finals on Wednesday, Simón has kept eight clean sheets in 11…
Four Decades After Maradona Stunned England, Messi Gets His Chance
The man who emulated Diego Maradona by inspiring Argentina to World Cup glory in Qatar four years ago will now hope to leave a similar mark on England as his legendary predecessor. This combination of file photos shows England’s forward Harry Kane in Miami on July 11, 2026 (L); and Argentina’s forward Lionel Messi in…
Galatasaray agree €30m deal for Ugochukwu — Report
Lesley Ugochukwu,. Credit: Burnley Turkish champions Galatasaray have reached an agreement with Burnley to sign Super Eagles-eligible midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu in a deal worth just under €30 million. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano disclosed this on Sunday. He said the 22-year-old is expected to complete his move to the Turkish club shortly. “Here we go, confirmed:…
England, Argentina Set Up World Cup Showdown After Quarter-Final Wins
The winner of that game will take on the victor of France’s semi-final with Spain, who meet in Texas on Tuesday, in the final on July 19. England’s midfielder #10 Jude Bellingham celebrates scoring his team’s second goal with England’s forward #09 Harry Kane and England’s defender #05 John Stones during the 2026 World Cup…
Okoku: ‘Why teams collapse despite having 2-0 lead at World cup’
Mohamed Salah of Egypt reacts after the defeat during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Argentina and Egypt at Atlanta Stadium on July 07, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by FIFA) United States-based former Super Eagles and Flying Eagles player, Paul Okoku, has explained why some teams suffered defeats despite having…
WAFCON 2026: Madugu Names Ajibade, Nnadozie, Oshoala, 23 Others For Title Defence
The Super Falcons secured their 10th African title after defeating hosts Morocco 3-2 in last year’s final and will be aiming to extend their dominance on the continent with an 11th championship. By Channels Television Nigeria’s Super Falcons celebrate with the trophy on the podium after winning the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations final…
Mourinho Begins Real Madrid Culture ‘Mission’
The veteran Portuguese was at the club’s training ground overseeing preparations for the start of pre-season next week, after he was named Alvaro Arbeloa’s successor in June. Photo of Jose Mourinho New Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho said Friday he is on a “mission” to create the right culture at the club during his second…
Belgium Bid To Crack Spain’s Ironclad Defence In World Cup Quarter-Final
The World Cup is likely the last hurrah for the remainder of Belgium’s Golden Generation, including creative midfielder Kevin De Bruyne and striker Romelu Lukaku, both of whom now play for Napoli. Youri Tielemans of Belgium celebrates with teammate Nicolas Raskin after scoring his team’s third goal from the penalty spot during the FIFA World…
Egypt file complaint against referee after controversial World Cup exit
Egypt’s head coach Hossam Hassan speaks with French referee Francois Letexier during the 2026 World Cup round of 16 football match between Argentina and Egypt at Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on July 7, 2026. The Egyptian football federation said Wednesday it had asked for the officiating team who handled the Pharoahs loss 3-2 last-16 to…
France v Morocco rematch as World Cup quarter-finals get under way
This combination of pictures created on July 07, 2026 shows France’s forward #10 Kylian Mbappe (R) celebrating scoring his team’s first goal with forward #07 Ousmane Dembele at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on June 30, 2026, and Morocco’s defender #14 Issa Diop celebrating scoring his team’s first goal with Morocco’s forward…
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