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Super Eagles maintain 26th FIFA ranking after June matches

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have maintained their 26th position in the latest FIFA Men's World Rankings released on June 11, 2026, before the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Nigeria holds 1585.02 ranking points, showing stability in their global standing with a slight decrease of just 0.07 points from their previous total of 1585.09. According to the official FIFA rankings, Nigeria is currently ranked third in Africa, following strong performances in recent international matches. The team climbed 12 places to reach 26th position in the January 2026 FIFA rankings, marking one of their biggest recent improvements in the global standings. The June 2026 FIFA rankings place Nigeria between South Korea at 25th position with 1591.63 points and Australia at 27th position with 1579.34 points. The African nations in the rankings include Morocco at 7th position with 1755.10 points, […]

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Ronaldo backs Portugal to shine at 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America

Cristiano Ronaldo has selected in Portugal's provisional squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking his historic attempt to play in a record sixth World Cup tournament. The 41-year-old Portuguese icon is set to compete in the tournament hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, where Portugal will face DR Congo, Uzbekistan, and Colombia in Group K. Ronaldo and Portugal have been training at Cidade do Futebol in Oeiras as preparations get underway for the tournament that runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026. The team is preparing for their Group K campaign with their opening match against DR Congo in Houston, Texas. The Portuguese squad includes notable players such as Bernardo Silva and Rúben Neves, who trained alongside Ronaldo during the session. Ronaldo has been seen speaking with head coach Roberto Martínez before joining the squad on […]

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Iwobi Rues World Cup Miss Ahead of 100th Cap Against Portugal

As he prepares to earn his 100th cap for Nigeria in Wednesday's international friendly against Portugal, Nigeria midfielder Alex Iwobi says he has no regrets about his decade-long career with the Super Eagles. Iwobi made his senior debut for Nigeria in October 2015 and will become only the fourth Nigerian player to reach 100 international caps, joining Joseph Yobo, Vincent Enyeama and Ahmed Musa. Barring any unexpected twist, Iwobi is expected to join Jospeh Yobo, Vincent Enyeama and Ahmed Musa as one of only four Nigerians to have played a century of games for the national team when he lines out against Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal in Leiria. His 99th appearance was during a friendly match against Jordan in Antalya in March, and unfortunately, he was sent off after uncharacteristically reacting to an opponent grabbing him. The Fulham midfielder, who represented […]

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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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Full List: Top 10 Highest-Paid Coaches at 2026 FIFA World Cup

Carlo Ancelotti, the Italian coach managing Brazil, tops the list of the best-paid head coaches at the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, earning €10 million per year. The podium is completed by Julian Nagelsmann, who manages Germany, earning €7 million per year, and Mauricio Pochettino, who leads the United States (one of the host nations), taking home €6 million annually. Thomas Tuchel, the German coach of England, ranks fourth on the list with an annual salary of €5.8 million. The highest-paid coach at this FIFA World Cup, Ancelotti leads one of the tournament favorites. Roberto Martínez, head coach of Portugal, and Fabio Cannavaro, head coach of Uzbekistan, share fifth place, both earning around €4 million per year. Didier Deschamps, the French coach managing France, earns €3.8 million per year, while Ronald Koeman of the Netherlands and Marcelo Bielsa of Uruguay […]

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Full List: FIFA Announces 48 World Cup Team Base & Training Sites

FIFA has officially announced the training and base camp locations for all 48 teams competing in the 2026 World Cup across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The selected locations include a variety of local sports complexes, university facilities, and upscale hotels. These camps will mainly serve teams until the group stage concludes on June 27, with teams advancing to the knockout rounds able to extend their stay or relocate closer to their next match venue. All 48 teams have chosen base camps from FIFA-approved lists that meet their specific needs and align with their group-stage match locations. Key base camp locations include: Algeria: Lawrence, Kansas, USA (Training: Rock Chal Park, University of Kansas) Argentina: Kansas City, Missouri, USA (Training: Sporting KC Performance Center) Australia: Oakland, California, USA (Training: Oakland Roots Sports Club) Austria: Santa Barbara, California, USA (Training: University […]

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 Superstar Coaches Drawn by World Cup Glory

Five well-known coaches are heading into the next World Cup with one clear goal: winning football’s biggest prize. The group includes some of the most respected names in the game, each bringing experience, tactical skill, and a record of success at club or international level. Their appointment shows how seriously national teams are treating the competition. Among them are coaches who have already won major trophies and others who are under pressure to deliver on a global stage. For many of these managers, the World Cup is the ultimate test of their careers. Brazil, Portugal, Germany, and the United States are among the teams hoping these coaches can guide them to success. Each nation will expect a strong performance as the tournament approaches. The competition is expected to be intense, with top coaches and elite players all chasing the same […]

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Ronaldo hits 967 career goals, moves 33 away from historic 1,000

Cristiano Ronaldo has taken his all time tally to 967 official career goals for club and country after scoring a brace on his return from injury for Al Nassr. The 41 year old Portuguese star is now just 33 goals away from becoming the first player in history to reach the 1 000 goal milestone in official matches. Ronaldo reached the 967 mark in 1 313 games, giving him 1 228 direct goal contributions when his 261 career assists are added. His goals span spells at Sporting Lisbon, Manchester United, Real Madrid, Juventus, Al Nassr and the Portugal national team, where he remains the all time top scorer in men’s international football. The latest goals came in a Saudi Pro League match shortly after he recovered from a month long hamstring layoff. Fans and analysts say his current form suggests […]

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Wizkid, Burna Boy, Asake to headline Afro Nation 2026 in Portugal

Afrobeats superstars Wizkid, Burna Boy and Asake have been unveiled as headline acts for Afro Nation 2026 in Portugal. The organisers announced the lineup in a post on X, describing the festival as “the sound of a summer taking shape” and revealing a mix of Afrobeats, R&B, dancehall and amapiano stars. The three day festival will run from July 3 to July 5, 2026, at Praia da Rocha Beach in Portimão, Portugal. Burna Boy will open the show on July 3 alongside South African star Tyla, Asake will headline on July 4, and Wizkid will close the festival on July 5. American R&B singer Kehlani and US rapper Gunna have also been announced as special guests. Other Nigerian artists on the bill include Olamide, Young Jonn, Darkoo, Wande Coal and Mavo, with more names expected to be added. Early access […]

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