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Nigeria misses 2026 World Cup again after dramatic penalty shootout loss to DR Congo

Nigeria will miss the 2026 FIFA World Cup after losing to the Democratic Republic of Congo in a dramatic penalty shootout in the CAF World Cup playoff final in Rabat on Sunday. The Super Eagles beat Gabon 4-1 in the semifinals after extra time, with Victor Osimhen scoring twice and Chidera Ejuke adding a goal, but their World Cup hopes crashed in dramatic fashion. The match ended 1-1 after the standard 90 minutes against DR Congo, with the game going into extra time. Nigeria advanced 4-1 after extra time against Gabon, but could not overcome DR Congo in the final. The match went to penalties where Nigeria lost 3-4, with missed penalty kicks ending their chances of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup. The decision by Éric Chelle, coach of DR Congo, to accuse the opposing side of using "voodoo" […]

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West Ham Co-Chair David Sullivan Resigns Amid Historic Allegations

West Ham co-owner David Sullivan has resigned as joint-chairman and director of the club effective immediately, saying he will fight "factually incorrect and entirely false" decades-old allegations about his private life. Sullivan, 77, announced his resignation in a statement on Saturday, saying he made the decision "with a heavy heart" but out of "love, respect, and responsibility" toward a football club and fan base that deserve absolute unity. The club stated it had been informed of the impending publication of serious historical allegations and that none of the allegations pertain to West Ham United or its operations. Sullivan has denied any claims of illegal conduct. Following the death of his business partner David Gold in January 2023, Sullivan became the club's largest individual shareholder with a 38.8% stake. Sullivan and Gold took on the roles of joint chairmen after finalizing […]

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Chukwueze Boosts Super Eagles Squad in Lisbon Ahead of Portugal Friendly

AC Milan winger Samuel Chukwueze has joined the Super Eagles in Lisbon, strengthening Nigeria's squad ahead of the international friendly against Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. The Super Eagles held their first training session in Lisbon on Friday as preparations gathered pace for next week's high-profile clash. The team was further boosted with Chukwueze's arrival, taking the number of players in camp to 23 under head coach Eric Chelle. The squad has since been strengthened by the arrivals of Alex Iwobi, Genk defender Christian Akpan, and now Chukwueze, bringing the team closer to full strength ahead of the clash scheduled for Wednesday in Leiria. Chukwueze had missed the Unity Cup tournament and the recent friendly against Poland following the passing and burial of his mother. His return to the national team comes as a major boost for […]

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Iwobi, Akpan Join Super Eagles as Team Lands in Portugal

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have arrived in Portugal ahead of their international friendly match against Portugal, with midfielder Alex Iwobi and striker Christian Akpan joining the squad in Lisbon. The team landed in Portugal on Wednesday, and 21 players have assembled in Lisbon ahead of the blockbuster friendly clash with Portugal on Wednesday, June 10, at the Estádio Municipal de Leiria. Alex Iwobi has joined the camp after arriving from England, while Christian Akpan has also reported to the squad. striker Samuel Chukwueze is set to arrive on Friday to complete the team before the match. The Super Eagles will face Portugal, led by Cristiano Ronaldo and former European champions, in an international friendly game that serves as preparation ahead of the FIFA 2026 World Cup. Prior to the Portugal match, the Super Eagles played a 2-2 draw against […]

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Wisniewski’s Last-Gasp Goal Denies Eagles Victory in Warsaw

The Super Eagles were held to a 2-2 draw by Poland in an international friendly after Przemysław Wiśniewski struck in the 95th minute to level the game, snatching a dramatic late equalizer in Warsaw. The hosts came out with intensity and nearly opened the scoring inside the opening 10 minutes. A perfectly delivered cross from Nicola Zalewski forced Nigeria goalkeeper Daniel Akpeyi into a crucial save to keep the Super Eagles in the game. Nigeria took the lead through Hassan Mohammed, who scored in the 17th minute after a well-worked team move. The G sureyoinded midfielder found space in the box and finished clinically to give the visitors the advantage. Poland equalized before halftime through a header from Nicola Zalewski, who rose highest to power the ball past Akpeyi. The goal came from a dangerous cross that the Nigerian defense […]

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Iran World Cup Squad to Reach Mexico Sunday

Iran's 2026 FIFA World Cup squad will arrive early on Sunday, June 7, in Tijuana, Mexico, where it will be based during the tournament, the Iranian Football Federation announced on Tuesday. The team is scheduled to arrive in Mexico at 1:30 am (0730 GMT) on Sunday and will depart for Tijuana on Saturday after a stop in Spain. Current coordination with FIFA ensures the national team can complete its journey despite players still awaiting Mexican and US visas ahead of the tournament. Iran's training base, originally set for Tucson, Arizona, was moved to Tijuana, Mexico, at the request of its football federation due to security concerns. The United States does not want the Iranian national team to stay overnight in the US, so the team will travel into the United States only on matchdays. Federation chief Mehdi Taj said on […]

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Davido to Perform at 2026 World Cup Countdown Concert in US

Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Davido is officially set to perform at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Countdown Concert in Los Angeles, USA, on June 10, marking another major international appearance for the singer ahead of the tournament. The concert will take place at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California, on June 10, 2026, at 6:00 PM PT. Davido will headline the US Countdown Concert alongside Diplo's Major Lazer, with additional artists yet to be announced. The FIFA Countdown Concert series is being held across Canada, Mexico, and the United States to build excitement for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be jointly hosted by the three nations. Los Angeles is hosting the United States leg of the concert series. Davido has been confirmed for multiple official FIFA World Cup 2026 events, including headlining the FIFA Fan Festival in Atlanta ahead […]

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David Beckham to Get Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

Football icon David Beckham is set to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, as announced by organizers on Tuesday, coinciding with the United States' preparations to host the World Cup. The unveiling ceremony will occur on June 12 at 10:00 am PT at 6819 Hollywood Boulevard, featuring film star Tom Cruise and Beckham's wife, Victoria Beckham, who transitioned from pop music to fashion design, as special guests to unveil the star. This event will honor the British midfielder just hours before the inaugural match on American soil for this year's World Cup, co-hosted by Mexico, Canada, and the United States. The timing makes the honor particularly significant as the US prepares to host the global tournament. Ana Martinez of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce remarked that Beckham's addition to the Walk of Fame in the Sports Entertainment […]

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Ancelotti Says Relaxed About Neymar World Cup Availability

Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has said he remains relaxed about Neymar's availability for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, despite the 34-year-old forward suffering a Grade 2 calf injury that will sideline him for two to three weeks. The injury setback came at a time when the 2026 World Cup kicks off in exactly two weeks, with Brazil's opening match against Morocco scheduled for June 13 in New Jersey. Initially thought to be a minor issue of swelling, Neymar was officially diagnosed with the Grade 2 calf injury on Thursday. "We expect Neymar in the first World Cup match against Morocco; if he can't make it, we'll wait for the second game," Ancelotti said in Saturday's press conference. "We're not swapping anyone out; the chosen players are these 26, and these 26 will play in the World Cup." Ancelotti most […]

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Salah, Belgian Golden Generation Eye Last Shot at World Cup Glory

Egypt’s Mohamed Salah and Belgium’s golden generation—Kevin De Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku, and Thibaut Courtois—are heading into the 2026 World Cup in what could be their final chance at continental and global glory. The two teams meet in a crucial Group G fixture, with Belgium facing Egypt in what is expected to be a high-stakes encounter. Belgium, once ranked world number one, brings a blend of experience and talent but is now looking to recapture past form after failing to deliver a trophy from their golden cohort. Salah, 33 and leaving Liverpool at the end of the 2025–26 season, is likely playing in his last World Cup. He led Egypt to qualification and will carry the hopes of African football alongside his teammates. The Egyptian star, who won the Premier League’s Player of the Season award in 2017–18 after scoring 32 […]

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