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06/10/2026

Ronaldo reveals he rejected Jorge Jesus’ offer to skip Portugal away games

Cristiano Ronaldo has revealed that Jorge Jesus offered him the option of remaining in Portugal while the national team travelled to Norway and Denmark, but he rejected the proposal.

06/10/2026

Ronaldo reveals he had prepared Portugal farewell letter after 2026 World Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo has revealed he had already prepared a farewell letter to the Portuguese people and planned to leave the national team after the 2026 World Cup before being persuaded to continue.

06/10/2026

Ronaldo accuses Jorge Jesus of breaking his word in Portugal fallout

Cristiano Ronaldo has broken his silence on his latest Portugal exit, detailing his conversations with Jorge Jesus and claiming the coach broke an agreement over his involvement with the national team.

06/10/2026

Iheanacho returns with a goal as Super Eagles fight back in six-goal Russia thriller

Nigeria came from 3-1 down to draw 3-3 with Russia in Nizhny Novgorod, with debutant Peter Edokpolor scoring before Akor Adams struck in stoppage time.

06/10/2026

Super Falcons camp swells to 21 as Ajibade, Echegini and Alozie arrive for Comoros tie

Super Falcons camp has grown to 21 players ahead of Nigeria’s 2028 Olympic qualifier against Comoros, with Rasheedat Ajibade, Jennifer Echegini and Michelle Alozie among the latest arrivals.

06/10/2026

Flamingos depart Nigeria as Morocco World Cup campaign draws closer

Nigeria’s Flamingos depart for Morocco on Wednesday for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup after winning the WAFU-B U-17 Girls Championship.

06/10/2026

CAF Champions League: MC Alger’s fixture relief raises a question for Rangers and the NPFL

MC Alger have had their Algerian league fixture postponed ahead of their CAF Champions League campaign. Should the NPFL offer Rangers similar preparation time before their clash?

06/10/2026

FIFA knew of Congo eligibility breach but allowed World Cup campaign to continue – Report

06/10/2026

Ibrahim Traoré ready to risk FIFA suspension, moves to interfere in Burkina Faso football

Burkina Faso president Ibrahim Traoré says his government will intervene directly in football administration despite the risk of FIFA sanctions.

05/10/2026

Inter Lagos fined N5.25m, docked three points over officials’ assault

Inter Lagos have been sanctioned for security breaches, assaulting match officials and holding them hostage after their NPFL Matchday 7 fixture against Katsina United.