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Neymar Jr. Retires from International Football After 16 Years with Brazil

July 29, 2026July 29, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Brazilian football icon Neymar Jr. has officially announced his retirement from international football, ending a remarkable 16-year career with the Seleção following Brazil’s elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 34-year-old Santos forward confirmed his decision after his side’s 4-2 victory over Universidad Central in the second leg of the Copa Sudamericana knockout round […]

Lagos Moves to Introduce Special Vehicle Number Plates for Persons with Disabilities

July 29, 2026July 29, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The Lagos State Government has begun plans to introduce specialised vehicle number plates for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) as part of efforts to promote inclusion, improve accessibility and enhance mobility across the state. The proposal was discussed during a courtesy visit by the management of the Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs (LASODA) to the […]

Chelsea Close In on Danny Welbeck Signing as Xabi Alonso Adds Experience to Squad

July 29, 2026July 29, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Chelsea are on the verge of completing the signing of Brighton & Hove Albion striker Danny Welbeck after the veteran forward was granted permission to undergo a medical at Stamford Bridge. According to BBC Sport, the 35-year-old is expected to sign a two-year contract with the Blues and will join the squad in Hong Kong […]

UEFA Calls Emergency Meeting Over FIFA’s Plan to Sell Stakes in World Cup Competitions

July 29, 2026July 29, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

UEFA’s 55 member associations will hold an emergency meeting later this week to discuss FIFA’s controversial proposal to sell stakes in its major competitions to external investors. The virtual meeting follows FIFA’s announcement of plans to establish a new commercial subsidiary that would manage its flagship tournaments, including the men’s and women’s FIFA World Cups […]

DFB Vice-President Condemns FIFA’s Competition Stake Sale as ‘Outright Attack on Football’

July 29, 2026July 29, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The vice-president of the German Football Association (DFB), Hans-Joachim Watzke, has strongly criticised FIFA’s controversial proposal to sell stakes in its competitions, including the FIFA World Cup, describing the move as “an outright attack on football.” FIFA on Tuesday announced plans to establish a semi-private subsidiary that would sell part of its commercial interests in […]

Cucurella Honours Spain Coach Luis de la Fuente with Tattoo After World Cup Triumph

July 29, 2026July 29, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Spain defender Marc Cucurella has honoured World Cup-winning coach Luis de la Fuente by getting a tattoo of the manager following Spain’s World Cup victory. Cucurella was part of the Spain squad that defeated Argentina 1-0 in the World Cup final earlier this month, with De la Fuente leading the team to international glory. The […]

UEFA, CONCACAF, Others Oppose FIFA’s Reported Plan to Sell Stake in World Cup Commercial Rights

July 29, 2026July 29, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football (CONCACAF), the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA), and several leading football stakeholders have criticised FIFA’s reported plan to sell a stake in the commercial operations of the FIFA World Cup and other competitions through a semi-private subsidiary. The proposal has triggered widespread opposition, with […]

Tallest Players in Premier League History as Ipswich’s Kjell Scherpen Sets New Height Record

July 29, 2026July 29, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The return of Ipswich Town goalkeeper Kjell Scherpen has reignited interest in the tallest footballers to have featured in Premier League history. Standing at 2.06m (6ft 9in), the Dutch goalkeeper is now the tallest player ever registered in the Premier League, according to the league’s official records. The Premier League on Tuesday released an updated […]