FOX NEWS: Self Magazine features plus-size model Tess Holliday on first digital cover

Self Magazine features plus-size model Tess Holliday on first digital cover



Self magazine debuted its first digital cover this week, which showed plus-size model Tess Holliday and told readers that her “health is none of your business.”

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At last, centrists have found the British Emmanuel Macron. It's Gareth Southgate

It feels inevitable now. The fates have made their decision. And no matter how hard the fans pray, there's nothing they can do to change it.

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Chelsea FC want to complete two important summer deals – report

Chelsea FC have prioritised signing CSKA Moscow playmaker Aleskandr Golovin and offloading England international Danny Drinkwater this summer, according to a report in England.

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Paper Round: Barcelona battle Manchester United for £60m Willian

Barcelona battle Manchester United for Willian, Liverpool may not sign a new keeper, Everton to bid for Kieran Tierney, and Fulham want to keep Aleksandar Mitrovic.

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Man Utd transfer news: Marouane Fellaini made contract decision 'after Arsenal meeting'

MAROUANE FELLAINI reportedly decided to stay at Manchester United after a meeting with Arsenal head of recruitment Sven Mislintat.

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World Cup's serious contenders take centre-stage

It is now, as the Russians apparently say, about becoming a master or a deadman. And all but one of the teams that remain at this World Cup must ultimately perish.

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Colombia are poor and England's path is clear to the semi-finals, says Paul Merson

England have nothing to be afraid of against Colombia who are a poor side, according to Paul Merson. England face Colombia in the last 16 of the World Cup on Tuesday after losing to Belgium to finish second in their final Group G match.

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Arsenal transfer news: TWELVE stars to be released - full list inc. WIlshere and Cazorla

The Gunners have set 12 stars for release tomorrow as their contracts expire. Wilshere, Cazorla and Mertesacker are the highest-profile departures - with all taking wildly different paths.

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FIFA World Cup 2018: Spotlight on Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo as tournament gears up for knockouts

Moscow: Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi take centre stage as the World Cup shifts into high gear at the weekend with the start of the knockout matches in the loaded top half of the draw.

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FIFA World Cup 2018: Tactical interplay, temperamental stars in focus as Uruguay meet Portugal in Round of 16

The summer in Russia has already upstaged quite a few recent editions of the FIFA World Cup with its vivid moments and the knockout stages kick off with two captivating contests in France vs Argentina and Uruguay vs Portugal.

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Argentines caught between love & indifference for Maradona

Buenos Aires - Argentine legend Diego Maradona is a controversial idol, worshipped as a god for his Soccer World Cup-winning exploits but whose life of excess has left a tormented public back home torn between veneration and derision.

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World Cup 2018: Round of 16 odds, predictions, picks

The group stage is finished in the 2018 FIFA World Cup. We're heading to the playoffs. Refresh. Behind the Scenes - Fans delight in FIFA five-a-side tournament.

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Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Juventus demand €85m for Pjanic

Goal takes a look at the biggest transfer news and rumours from the Premier League, La Liga, Serie A and beyond. Juve demand €85m for Pjanic.

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The World Cup stats that explain why it's been such a bonkers tournament (and who might win)

Germany out. Argentina through (just). Spain well below par. England and Belgium seemingly competing to lose. The 2018 World Cup has thrown up surprise after surprise.

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Suarez, CR7 rekindle rivalry

La Celeste and Seleccao will face off today in what looks to be a clash of personalities and club rivalries between Luiz Suarez and Cristiano Ronaldo.

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Manchester United's announcement of Marouane Fellaini's new contract did not go down well with their fans

Confirmation that an established international has signed a new contract to remain at his club tends to be greeted with delight by supporters, but Manchester United's announcement that Belgian midfielder Marouane Fellaini had signed a deal to stay at ...

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FIBA 2019 World Cup qualifier: D'Tigers off to bright start

In the first quarter, the Alex Nwora-led side led by 30-21 points, just as the African champions extended the lead by 21-14 before the break.

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Argentina vs France: Les Bleus edge but Argentina have Messi

Looking at the recent past and the players available for both countries, Les Bleus of France have the edge over La Albiceleste of Argentina.

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World Cup 2018: Is Messi now Argentina coach? How chaos turned to calm inside Sampaoli's dressing room

June 30, 2018 12:48am EDT June 30, 2018 12:33am EDT Diego Maradona, Sergio Aguero, Argentina, Nigeria, Russia, World Cup, Lionel Messi, NOPOPUP Argentina finds itself in a far from enviable position, with its coach effectively powerless and facing ...

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World Cup: Eagles were unlucky, says Omeruo

Kenneth Omeruo is confident the Super Eagles will learn valuable lessons from their painful exit from the 2018 World Cup in Russia, reports Completesportsnigeria.

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World Cup 2018: No one player can stop Ronaldo – Uruguay coach, Tabarez

Uruguay coach, Oscar Tabarez has spoken about stopping Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo in Saturday's Round of 16 clash of the Russia 2018 FIFA World Cup.

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Argentines Caught Between Love And Indifference For Maradona

Argentine legend Diego Maradona is a controversial idol, worshipped as a god for his World Cup-winning exploits but whose life of excess has left a tormented public back home torn between veneration and derision.

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A World Cup of defeats

Take a breath. Forty-eight of the 64 games at this World Cup have been played in just two weeks, a whirlwind of a spectacle. There is, mercifully, a day's rest for us all and then, in the blink of an eye, the round of 16 and quarter-finals will winnow ...

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Odegbami, Chukwu blame Rohr, players for Eagles ouster

The much-hyped Super Eagles Russia 2018 World Cup campaign came to an abrupt end Tuesday night when the Nigerian team fell 1-2 to Argentina in the epic final Group D match at St Petersburg.

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World Cup: Messi, Ronaldo others set as Round of 16 begins

The News Agency of Nigeria reports that 16 teams qualified for the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup to jostle for the eight quarterfinals slots, while the other 16 teams, including the Super Eagles, that did not qualify for the round of 16, have ...

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France and Argentina Meet in an Elite Battle for World Cup Survival

KAZAN, Russia - “The real World Cup starts now,” said Noël Le Graët, the president of the French Football Federation. If so, it is about to end, too, for one of the game's established powers, France or Argentina, as they face off here Saturday in the ...

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Fellaini's contract extension at Man Utd excites Mourinho

Manchester United manager, Jose Mourinho has expressed happiness after midfielder, Marouane Fellaini extended his contract with the Red Devils till 2020.

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World Cup 2018: Odds, Updated Predictions for Saturday Round of 16 Matches

The 2018 FIFA World Cup has produced drama and chaos that's gripped us all so far. From Saturday onwards, when the knockout stages begin, there'll be tension too.

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World Cup 2018: Uruguay no longer reliant on dark arts under Oscar Tabarez

When it became clear, some time on Monday night, that Uruguay and Portugal would meet in Sochi in this World Cup's round of 16, one word dominated the refined discourse on English-language social media platforms.

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Russia 2018: Africa's worst World Cup since Espana '82 – Drogba

African football has suffered a “big step back” after Senegal's exit sealed the continent's worst World Cup showing for 36 years, says Didier Drogba.

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CBN Open Semifinal: Adegoke defends women title against Agugbom

The matches, which were played in Abuja, made the 40th edition of the championships more exciting to spectators as they look forward to the final on Saturday.

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Pinnick should not return as NFF president – Primate Ayodele

By Jacob Ajom. The wish of the President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Amaju Pinnick to bid for a second term in the forthcoming federation election has again received some knocks, this time, from the Primate of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church ...

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Nigerians Want Rohr To Remain Eagles Coach

Despite leading Nigeria to group stage exit from the ongoing 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia, Super Eagles coach, Gernot Rohr, expressed his desire to stay on with the team and lead them out to another World Cup in four years' time.

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Russia: Where prayers are (not) answered?

Confronted with every conceivable challenge they pray and pray and pray. Last Tuesday, they prayed to defeat Argentina. Only Nigerians believed it could happen that their national team of mostly good (not exceptional) players would upset the form books ...

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Argentina ready to test France World Cup credentials

The opening match of the knockout stage of the 2018 World Cup will kick off in spectacular fashion. France is set to take on Lionel Messi and Argentina as the high-stakes single-elimination round of the tournament soon begins.

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Transfer news LIVE: Man Utd confirmation, Arsenal deal 'done', Liverpool, Chelsea latest

Transfer news LIVE updates: Follow below for the latest. Meyer rejected. 20.55: Max Meyer has priced himself out of a move to Arsenal, according to Bild.

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ICYMI: May God forgive you, fans tell Mikel Obi

Still smarting from his team's hurtful crash out of the ongoing World Cup fiesta in Russia, Super Eagles captain, Mikel John Obi, had tweeted his explanations for what many fans considered a not-good-enough outing.

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I'm sad losing to Messi again, Mikel laments

Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel is yet to get over the team's ouster from the FIFA World Cup tournament. He was particular sad that he had to lose another match to Messi in a rather painful manner after hoping to beat the Argentina super star with ...

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Man City 'to rival Manchester United for Leonardo Bonucci'

Manchester City will rival Man United and Chelsea for Leonardo Bonucci's signature, according to reports in Italy. According to CalcioMercato the Blues are interested in a move for the veteran Italian defender in the summer transfer window.

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FOX NEWS: The Daily Spike: Fourth of July tips for keeping pets calm

The Daily Spike: Fourth of July tips for keeping pets calm



For dogs, the Fourth is filled with nothing but fireworks and fear.

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FOX NEWS: Exercise and obesity both on the rise, according to new study

Exercise and obesity both on the rise, according to new study



It may seem like a contradiction, but more adults in the U.S. say they are exercising at the same time more of them are becoming obese.

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FOX NEWS: 'Jolly' janitor weeps upon receiving $2,000 vacation from students

'Jolly' janitor weeps upon receiving $2,000 vacation from students



He's heading to Jamaica with his wife to see family.

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Lionel Messi used to play as Chelsea on Fifa, reveals former team-mate Pablo Zabaleta

LIONEL MESSI used to play with Chelsea on Fifa, according to Argentina team-mate Pablo Zabaleta. The pair used to play against each other on the pitch and online when Zabaleta was at Espanyol, Barcelona's city rivals.

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FIFA World Cup 2018: Wonder goal & a lucky ribbon

Lionel Messi left an Argentinian journalist stunned after revealing he actually wore the lucky ribbon given to him on behalf of his mother.

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FOX NEWS: Melania Trump’s controversial jacket selling for big bucks on eBay

Melania Trump’s controversial jacket selling for big bucks on eBay



It has quite the markup on the original $39 price tag.

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'For once, Nigeria should opt for continuity' - Henry Abiodun wants Gernot Rohr's stay

The Owena Whales handler is canvassing for 'continuity' of the Nigerian technical crew so as to enable the Eagles continue with their learning curve.

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FOX NEWS: Melania Trump’s controversial coat selling for big bucks on eBay

Melania Trump’s controversial coat selling for big bucks on eBay



It has quite the markup on the original $39 price tag.

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Russia 2018: Lessons from Super Eagles' ouster

For a football-loving country like Nigeria, exiting the on-going FIFA 2018 World Cup in Russia at the group stage, has left fans with mixed emotions, most of them negative.

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Nigeria: Presidency to Probe NFF Over 'Reckless' Spending in Russia

There were strong indications yesterday that the Presidency may have set up enquiry into the alleged 'reckless' spending by top officials of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) at the on-going FIFA World Cup in Russia.

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Nigeria: Super Eagles' World Cup Exit and Matters Arising

It is no longer news that Nigeria's participation at the ongoing 2018 World Cup in Russia is over after a 1-2 defeat to Argentina in their final group stage match on Tuesday.

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Super Eagles Star Livid With Rohr After Super Eagles Exit

The Super Eagles are out of the World Cup and will only be able to strut their stuff in another four years. The rebuilding process has got to start now.

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Joel Pereira: I immediately felt at home at Manchester United

Manchester United star Joel Pereira has revealed just why he joined the club, claiming that once he did arrive at Old Trafford, he immediately felt at home.

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World Cup 2018: Enyeama reacts as African teams crash out of tournament

Former Super Eagles goalkeeper, Vincent Enyeama, has reacted to the elimination of all African teams from this year's World Cup in Russia.

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'I Enjoy Watching W/Cup Matches At Viewing Centres'

In recognition of football as a binding force between class and creed, Director-General, Lagos State Sports Commission (LSSC), Babatunde Bank-Anthony, says he enjoys watching the World Cup matches at viewing centres to mix with fans.

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World Cup: England to face Colombia in last 16

Gareth Southgate replaced John Stones with Harry Maguire at the break over the Manchester City defender's troublesome calf injury.

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AITEO commends Super Eagles, NFF

Nigeria's leading energy solution company, AITEO Group, has lauded the Super Eagles, for their output at the FIFA World Cup finals in Russia, insisting that the three –time African champions were not disgraced.

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World Cup 2018: England Changes Justified Despite Belgium Defeat, Insists Gareth Southgate

England haven't won a knockout game at a tournament since 2006 and Southgate insisted he had to seek every possible advantage ahead of what he described as the Three Lions' "biggest game for a decade.

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What does the future hold for Super Eagles after World Cup 2018?

The future starts now for the Super Eagles but not with some of the players in the 23-man squad for the World Cup. Published: 28.06.2018; Steve Dede.

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FOX NEWS: Your partner may be your biggest dieting enemy, study finds

Your partner may be your biggest dieting enemy, study finds



One in four Americans has failed a diet — because their partner led them astray, according to new research.

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Real Madrid speaks on reducing Ronaldo's transfer fee to €120million

Real Madrid have denied reports that the club has lowered Cristiano Ronaldo's €1billion release clause to just €120million, in a bid to sell him this summer.

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Japanese fans look beyond tactics to celebrate victory

TOKYO (AP) Japanese soccer fans on Friday debated their team's controversial tactics at the World Cup, with most accepting them as an inevitable outcome of the tournament's tiebreaking format.

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TCL announces global partnership with the International Basketball Federation

New partnership further expands the company's extensive existing sports sponsorship portfolio. HONG KONG, June 29, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- TCL, a top-three global television manufacturer and leading consumer electronics brand, announced a ...

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Colombia through as Senegal suffer yellow card heartache

Senegal had only needed a point in their final Group H game to reach the next round, but they will head home after missing out on the runners-spot to Japan.

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World Cup 2018: Marcus Rashford's Glorious Miss

Things have been downright weird for England fans since the start of this World Cup. The team is young and carefree, apparently unburdened by years of failure.

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Khazri goal helps Tunisia beat Panama for first World Cup win in 40 years

Tunisia claimed their first win at the World Cup for 40 years as a second-half fightback saw them beat Panama 2-1 in Saransk. Panama brightened up a drab first half when José Luis Rodríguez's 20-yard shot deflected off Yassine Meriah and wrong-footed ...

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Friday's Paper Talk: The latest transfer rumours and speculation

Chelsea have jumped ahead of their rivals in goalkeeper pursuit whilst Cristiano Ronaldo could be on the way back to Manchester United.

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No fear: Belgium refuses to take 'easy path'

MOSCOW (Reuters) - After a surreal night on the Baltic where England struggled to contain their satisfaction with a defeat that offers them an easier path to the final, Belgium are trusting that World Cup fortune will favor the brave.

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International Breweries partners Lagos for World Cup

International Breweries Plc has joined the Lagos State government to bring the remaining live matches of the ongoing Russia 2018 FIFA World Cup to Lagosians.

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Fifa World Cup fair play farce embarrasses Japan fans as social media users slam 'anti-football' tactics

Japanese salarymen dashing to work on Friday exchanged high fives with bleary-eyed football fans celebrating after the country reached the last 16 of the World Cup - most blissfully unaware of a backlash against their team.

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World Cup 2018: Nigeria lost to Argentina through Victor Moses' wing – Omeruo

Super Eagles defender, Kenneth Omeruo has commented on Nigeria's exit from the 2018 World Cup. He said the 2-1 loss to Argentina in their last group game on Tuesday in St. Petersburg was because the Jorge Sampaoli's men made Victor Moses ...

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CBN TENNIS: Imeh out, Babalola, Adegoke in semi finals

As the 40th Central Bank of Nigeria Senior Tennis Championship enters its final stage, the competition seems to be getting tougher with some of the top seeds falling by the wayside.

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FIBA World Cup qualifiers:Ike Diogu tops D'Tigers list

The Head Coach of the men's senior National team Alex Nwora has released his final team list for the 2019 FIBA World Cup qualifiers taking centre stage this weekend.

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The Latest: Panama coach angered by 'worst' description

Hernan Gomez was still coming to terms with Panama's third straight loss on its World Cup debut when he was angered by a question about his team being described as the worst at the tournament.

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World Cup 2018: African football going backwards – Drogba

Former Ivory Coast striker, Didier Drogba, says African football has suffered a “big step back”, after Senegal's exit sealed the continent's worst World Cup showing for 36 years.

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Colombia advances in joyful noise, and Senegal is eliminated by cold arithmetic

SAMARA, Russia - After another chapter in this stirring World Cup lunacy to which millions willingly subject themselves, the ear canals rang while the sympathy gland gushed.

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Manchester United 'make £57m bid for defender Milan Skriniar'

Manchester United have made a bid of £57m for Inter Milan defender Milan Skriniar, according to reports in Italy. Jose Mourinho is keen to strengthen his back line this summer and having already recruited right back Diogo Dalot attentions have turned ...

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WORLD CUP: What, us worry? Brazil proves its bonafides in solid win over Serbia

MOSCOW - The music stopped, but Brazil's national team, along with tens of thousands of fans inside Spartak Stadium, kept singing.

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Paper Round: Manchester United close in on new goalkeeper Lee Grant

Manchester United want Lee Grant, Manchester City will bring in Jorginho instead of Aaron Mooy, and Everton are considering a bid for Ante Rebic.

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Sporting Lisbon sack manager Sinisa Mihajlovic just NINE days after he was handed three-year deal at crisis club

Sporting have sacked coach Sinisa Mihajlovic just nine days after he was hired by the Portuguese club. The 49-year-old Serbian was appointed on a three-year contract just days before president Bruno de Carvalho was voted out in a bid to save the club ...

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World Cup: England and Belgium face off in a game neither may really want to win

With top spot in group G on the line, a bizarre situation has arisen in which neither Belgium or England may want to actually win their final game and therefore top the group.

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Wayne Rooney is coming to DC United

Wayne Rooney, the decorated English soccer star, has agreed to a deal with D.C. United and will join the MLS club in time for the opening of its new stadium, ushering in a fresh era for an organization eager to make a splash on and off the field ...

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Chelsea star Victor Moses sums up Stamford Bridge crisis after latest comments

There is a lot of uncertainty surrounding Stamford Bridge at the moment. Antonio Conte is not expected to be in charge next season but as of yet the club are yet to release him from his contract.

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Liverpool FC to make Divock Origi decision ahead of next season – report

Divock Origi will be given the chance to resurrect his Liverpool FC career in pre-season, according to reports in the British regional media.

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World Cup 2018: Thursday Live-Stream Schedule, Online Coverage Guide

Group H will be in focus on Thursday at the FIFA World Cup, with Senegal, Japan and Colombia all in with a chance of making it into the knockout stages.

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Wayne Rooney 'finalises deal to join DC United' in the US

Wayne Rooney is reportedly on the brink of completing his move to DC United on Thursday after a year at his boyhood club. The forward has finalised a 2 1/2-year contract worth about $13 million with the Major League Soccer club, the Washington Post ...

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2018 World Cup

This event has now ended. 18:39. Hello and welcome to the Irish Times World Cup blog. Defending and four-time champions Germany are out of the tournament after a 2-0 defeat to South Korea this afternoon.

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Liverpool target Marco Asensio 'set for talks with Real Madrid over future' as Reds prepare £166m bid

Real Madrid are plotting talks with Marco Asensio amid interest from Liverpool. The Reds are ready to break the bank with a £166m offer for the Spain international, who is growing frustrated with his role at the Bernabeu.

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All Eyes Are on Neymar, but It's Coutinho Who Is Leading Brazil

MOSCOW - It was Philippe Coutinho's birthday a few days before Brazil's first game of this World Cup. To celebrate, his teammates gave him a cake.

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Messi hands jersey to Ezenwa

But while there were no minutes for him to savour, Ezenwa did gain one valuable souvenir from his short time in Russia: Lionel Messi's match shirt.

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Nigeria Legend Odegbami: Why I Will Contest To Be Ogun State Governor

Nigeria football legend SEGUN ODEGBAMI, who starred as the then Green Eagles won the country's first Africa Cup of Nations title in 1980 and is an accomplished writer, broadcaster and businessman, explains in this piece from St Petersburg, Russia why ...

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FIFA World Cup 2018: Diego Maradona's histrionics in stands only exacerbate the pressure on besieged Argentina

Diego Armando prima donna. He may very well have been called that, and no one would have batted an eyelid. Videos from the end of the Argentina vs Nigeria match showed the football legend struggling to get up from his seat.

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'The biggest disgrace in German World Cup history!' - football reacts as holders crash out in group stages

The football world was shocked on Wednesday as Germany's 2-0 defeat to South Korea saw the holders crash out of the World Cup.

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Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Asensio going nowhere

Goal takes a look at the biggest transfer news and rumours from the Premier League, La Liga, Serie A and beyond. Asensio going nowhere.

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Angry NFF officials begin Pinnick must-go campaign in Russia

Barely 24 hours after the Super Eagles ended their campaign in the ongoing 2018 World Cup in Russia, a 'mafia' group in the football circle has begun secret campaign for the end the reign of Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) president, Amaju Pinnick.

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Diego Maradona is Argentina's biggest fan – and distraction

ST. PETERSBURG, Russia (AP) He danced, he dozed, he prayed, he gave a double middle-finger salute to spectators and then, when it was all over, he was helped out of his chair and out of the stadium.

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David Platt and the drama of England and Belgium's last World Cup clash

Paul Parker, England right-back On the day of the game Gazza was playing tennis against an American couple at the team hotel. That kept him occupied.

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World Cup 2018: Why were Germany knocked out and where do they go from here?

Express any worry in Germany about how the national team is going to perform at a major tournament and a single-word response usually follows.

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World Cup 2018: Chelsea reacts to Nigeria's 2-1 loss to Messi-led Argentina

Chelsea has reacted to the Russia 2018 World Cup exit the Super Eagles suffered in the hands of Argentina at Saint Petersburg on Tuesday.

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Sporting Lisbon fire Sinisa Mihajlovic after nine days

Sporting Lisbon fired coach Sinisa Mihajlovic on Wednesday, just nine days after he was appointed by former club president Bruno de Carvalho.

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What will determine my stay with Super Eagles – Mikel

Mikel Obi, Super Eagle's Captain has said that his further stay in the national team would be determined by future realities. Mikel, who agreed that the team had a disappointing outing against Argentina in the last group D match at St. Petersburg ...

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World Cup: Mikel questions referee's decision to deny Eagles second penalty

Marcos Rojo had headed the ball against his own arm in the Argentine box, with Odion Ighalo slamming the ball in the wrong direction.

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World Cup: So close, yet so far for Nigeria

Nigeria's forward Odion Jude Ighalo reacts following his teams loss during the Russia 2018 World Cup Group D football match between Nigeria and Argentina at the Saint Petersburg Stadium in Saint Petersburg on June 26, 2018.

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Diego Maradona is Argentina's biggest fan — and distraction

ST. PETERSBURG, Russia - He danced, he dozed, he prayed, he gave a double middle-finger salute to spectators and then, when it was all over, he was helped out of his chair and out of the stadium.

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Paulinho and Thiago Silva put Brazil through and send Serbia home

There was joy for Brazil in Moscow, but also schadenfreude at one remove as a 2-0 defeat of Serbia propelled Tite's improving team into the World Cup knockout stages on the same afternoon Germany left the tournament.

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Lawal: Ref Right Not To Give Super Eagles Second Penalty, African Teams Must Keep Concentration

By Hanifat Mustapha: Former Super Eagles midfielder Garba Lawal has rejected claims that referee Cuneyt Cakir had a hand in the team's elimination from the Russia 2018 World Cup.

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World Cup: Messi finally scores; Argentina advances

Argentina's forward Lionel Messi (L) controls a pass during the Russia 2018 World Cup Group D football match between Nigeria and Argentina at the Saint Petersburg Stadium in Saint Petersburg on June 26, 2018.

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FOX NEWS: Hoarder's home found packed with 82 inbred chihuahuas

Hoarder's home found packed with 82 inbred chihuahuas



British police investigating a woman’s death were left stunned after finding 82 chihuahuas crammed inside her home in squalid conditions.

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FIFA World Cup 2018: Croatia must forget about group stage feats, says Zlatko Dalic

Rostov-On-Don, Russia: Croatia continued their impressive World Cup campaign by beating Iceland 2-1 to finish top of Group D but coach Zlatko Dalic warned his side against patting themselves on the back and urged them to focus on their last 16 tie ...

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Reports: Man Utd Offered Huge Swap Deal For Pogba

Premier League giants Manchester United have reportedly been offered a large sum of money, plus a certain star, for the services of France international Paul Pogba.

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Russia 2018: Senegal showcases Africa's can-do spirit

SIR: From the reception given to the players by their president in Senegal to their first match against Poland in the on-going World Cup, their mission is clear.

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Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Chelsea make £35m Rugani bid

Chelsea have made a £35 million (€40m/$46m) offer for Juventus defender Daniele Rugani, according to the Evening Standard. Incoming manager Maurizio Sarri managed Rugani during a loan spell at Empoli from 2013 to 2015, and now wants to make the ...

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Germany must be 'masters' of World Cup destiny, says Loew

Moscow, Russia (AFP) - Joachim Loew has called on holders Germany to be “masters of our own destiny” when they face South Korea seeking to avoid an embarrassing early World Cup exit today.

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Croatia wins again, bringing Iceland's charming World Cup appearance to an end

ROSTOV-ON-DON, Russia - Iceland - that darling of demographics, that cradle of competence, that aurora borealis of overachievement - exited the World Cup on Tuesday night.

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Amid Argentina's Drama, Lionel Messi's Brilliance Emerges

ST. PETERSBURG, Russia - High in the stands, Diego Maradona raised his eyes to the heavens, his arms in supplication, and muttered two words: Gracias, Dios.

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Serbia are angry now... Mladen Krstajic's men are ready to KO Brazil

Serbia's motivation is clear. They must use the anger and frustration of what happened against Switzerland to make history and beat Brazil.

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World Cup 2018: Argentina coach Jorge Sampaoli praises 'amazing' and 'human' Lionel Messi despite power struggle

Jorge Sampaoli gave a glowing personal tribute to Lionel Messi, even after his star player had seemingly usurped him in managing the Argentina team.

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Broadcasters are World Cup losers owing to piracy trend in Africa

Blaise has a beer in his hand, he's in front of a TV screen showing the World Cup, and the smile on his face suggests life doesn't get much better than this.

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The Latest: Maradona in the Spotlight After Argentina's Win

Videos posted on social media show Diego Maradona needing help to leave the stands and move to an adjoining luxury box at the after watching Argentina beat Nigeria 2-1 to advance to the knockout stage of the World Cup.

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Gallant Eagles bow out of World Cup

Two –time champions Argentina edged Nigeria 2-1 in a tight game in Saint Petersburg on Tuesday to sneak into the Round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup and condemn the Super Eagles to an early exit.

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Paper Round: Chelsea make £35m Daniele Rugani bid

Chelsea bid for Daniele Rugani, Jack Grealish expects a move to Spurs, Marouane Fellaini will annouce his new club, and Divock Origi has a chance at Liverpool.

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FIFA World Cup 2018: How Argentina progressed to the knockouts on dramatic night

Argentina sealed a spot in the World Cup knockouts with a dramatic 2-1 win over Nigeria while Croatia confirmed their top spot by beating Iceland.

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Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Man City wanted Dortmund star Reus

Goal takes a look at the biggest transfer news and rumours from the Premier League, La Liga, Serie A and beyond. Man City wanted Reus.

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Why God is angry with Nigeria – Paul Okoye reacts to Super Eagles' defeat

Nigerian Singer, Paul Okoye of the former defunct music group, P-Square has said that Super Eagles lost to Argentina following killings in Nigeria.

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BREAKING: Africa Abandon Senegal At World Cup As Nigeria Fall To Argentina At The Death

Sahara Reporters Media The Super Eagles of Nigeria are out of the World Cup after falling to Argentina four minutes before the end of regulation time.

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Mikel Obi finally reveals why he snubbed Manchester United for Chelsea

Super Eagles captain, John Mikel Obi, has finally opened up about the tug of war between Manchester United and Chelsea for his services in 2005.

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Nigeria vs Argentina: 4 things we learnt as Super Eagles are eliminated from 2018 World Cup

Nigeria vs Argentina: 4 things we learnt as Super Eagles are eliminated from 2018 World Cup. Nigeria is out of the 2018 World Cup, after losing 2-1 to Argentina on Tuesday night in Saint Petersburg.

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Paper Round: Chelsea make £35m Daniele Rugani bid

Chelsea bid for Daniele Rugani, Jack Grealish expects a move to Spurs Marouane Fellaini will annouce his new club, and Divock Origi has a chance at Liverpool.

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World Cup 2018: Messi sad despite win over Nigeria – Zabaleta

Former Manchester City defender, Pablo Zabaleta has noted that Argentina's captain, Lionel Messi is very sad despite the 2-1 win over Nigeria in their World Cup last group game on Tuesday.

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FIFA official, CAF, others: Eagles made Africa proud

A 1-2 loss to Argentina in the last Group D game at Saint Petersburg stadium sent the team to a third place finish with three points behind their South American counterparts with four points.

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Is Martin Bakole a future opponent for Anthony Joshua in Africa?

If Anthony Joshua wants to one day fight in Africa, trainer Billy Nelson believes Congolese powerhouse Martin Bakole will prove the ideal opponent.

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Mikel: Rojo handball was a penalty

In the 76th minute of the game, with the scores level at 1-1, the Manchester United defender headed the ball onto his own hand in the box after a Super Eagles cross from the left flank before Odion Ighalo shot wide.

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Babalola, Imeh zoom into CBN Tennis 3rd round

Central Bank of Nigeria Senior Open Tennis Championship men's singles defending champion Abdulmumuni Babalola advanced to the 3rd round of the Championship yesterday when he won two matches back to back.

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Star lager celebrates passionate fans and hard fighting Super Eagles

Star Lager Beer continued its support for the Nigerian National team at the Super Eagles Dome in Lagos, as the squad faced Argentina in the make or mar final Group D game in Russia on Tuesday June 26th 2018.

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Saraki, Ezekwesili, Banky W Lead Praise For Super Eagles Despite World Cup Exit

Senate President Bukola Saraki and former Minister of Education, Mrs Obiageli Ezekwesili, and music star and actor Banky W were among Nigerians who praised the Super Eagles for their performance at the World Cup despite their failure to progress ...

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Nigeria vs Argentina: Osinbajo optimistic of Super Eagles victory

IBADAN-VICE President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo has expressed confidence that the Super Eagles of Nigeria would be victorious against Argentina as the two national teams slug it out today in the ongoing FIFA World Cup.

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FOX NEWS: Veteran, fiancée win 'dream wedding' in auction after couple calls it quits

Veteran, fiancée win 'dream wedding' in auction after couple calls it quits



The said "I do" to getting married on two days' notice.

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Babagana: Super Eagles will soar over Argentina

A member of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Executive Committee and chairman of Borno State Football Association, Alhaji Babagana Kalli has expressed confidence that the Super Eagles will win today's final group match against Argentina at the ...

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FOX NEWS: Mom's sentimental '18th summer' post, before sons leave for college, goes viral

Mom's sentimental '18th summer' post, before sons leave for college, goes viral



"The 18th Summer" has struck a chord of resonance with many.

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Spain held by Morocco but last-gasp Iago Aspas goal ensures they face Russia

In the last minute of Spain's final group game Fernando Hierro and all of Spain's subs were suddenly off the bench, frantically signalling to their players, a finger raised on each hand, barely able to believe what had just happened and desperately ...

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FIFA World Cup 2018: With Neymar's tears, might emotional frailty prove Brazil's undoing?

While the squad can be excused for feeling some pressure, not everyone back home has been sympathetic towards Neymar for his tears and his perceived play-acting in the Costa Rica game.

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World Cup 2018: Lionel Messi looks stressed, which is a real worry - Pablo Zabaleta column

The happiest I saw Lionel Messi when I played alongside him for Argentina was in 2012 - he scored a hat-trick against Brazil in New York, and he played the whole game with freedom and a smile on his face.

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Where to find Nigeria vs. Argentina on US TV and streaming

In their third game of the 2018 FIFA World Cup, watch Nigeria vs. Argentina for free with a 7-day trial to fuboTV. On television, the match will be shown live on FOX.

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Women of FOX Sports hosts Third Annual Leadership Series

On Saturday, the Women of FOX Sports hosted its third annual 'Leadership Series' event designed to encourage more women to pursue sales careers within the sports industry.

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Argentina's Messi Problem

Before Jorge Sampaoli agreed to become manager of his native Argentina last year, he needed some guarantees. Top of the list was a promise that Lionel Messi would be available for selection.

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All of Egypt hurt by Salah injury as World Cup ends in a whimper

NIZHNY NOVGOROD, Russia (Reuters) - Talisman Mohamed Salah's shoulder injury loomed like a dark cloud over Egypt's World Cup campaign as they were quickly eliminated despite harbouring high hopes of making an impact on their return to the finals ...

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Russia 2018: FIFA fines Argentina, Croatia, 3 Swiss players

The FIFA Disciplinary Committee has sanctioned the Argentinian Football Association with a fine of 105,000 Swiss Francs and a warning.

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Super Eagles must be wary of 5 Argentina players at World Cup 2018

Here are five Argentine players the Super Eagles have to be wary off in their last group fixture. Published: 06:28; Tosin Abayomi.

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With Neymar tears, might emotional frailty prove Brazil's undoing?

Brazil's inability to keep their emotions in check contributed to their spectacular implosion at the 2014 World Cup, so the worry is that once again the pressure might prove too much for the 'Selecao' in Russia.

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James Harden's MVP continues rise from Audubon Middle School to greatness

James Harden sat on a folding chair inside the worn gym at the middle school he attended in Los Angeles. It was the night before the NBA crowned him with its highest individual award.

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Diving is just like ball tampering, so don't let World Cup cheats prosper

WE came down hard on Australia's cricketers for ball tampering, but diving in football is also cheating - so why is it allowed to continue, asks Professor Hans Westerbeek.

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Swiss Players' Pro-Kosovo Celebration Triggers Fines But No Ban From Soccer

Soccer's world governing body FIFA has fined two Switzerland players for making politically and ethnically suggestive hand gestures to celebrate World Cup goals against Serbia, but the two were cleared to continue playing soccer.

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Saudi Arabia stuns Egypt with late goal in World Cup farewell

​Saudi Arabia managed its first win at the 2018 World Cup by beating Egypt 2-1 with a last-gasp winner that eclipsed Egyptian talisman Mohamed Salah's 22nd minute goal in Monday's Group A game between the two eliminated teams.

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Kyle Walker is England's weakest link at the World Cup, says Arsene Wenger

Kyle Walker has been highlighted as England's weak link by former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger, who claims he is “not a real defender”.

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5 players Maurizio Sarri could sign for Chelsea should former Napoli boss replace Antonio Conte at Stamford Bridge

Maurizio Sarri is edging closer to taking over at Chelsea with negotiations continuing whilst the World Cup unfolds. The Blues will still have to finalise an agreement for Antonio Conte's departure, but the former Napoli boss appears intent on moving ...

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Mohamed Salah is hurting but better times with Liverpool lie ahead after Egypt's World Cup woes

Mohamed Salah's first year as a Liverpool player finished just as it had started - with a goal of course - but unlike the optimism of that glorious summer's day in Watford last August, the Russian sunshine couldn't raise a smile from Anfield's Egyptian ...

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Super Eagles Stars Mourn Victims Of Plateau Killings

Super Eagles players have mourned the victims killed during attacks on Gashish district of Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State on Sunday, reports Completesportsnigeria.

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World Cup 2018: How Super Eagles can hurt Argentina – Mascherano

Argentina midfielder, Mascherano has Revealed how his side plans to defeat Super Eagles in their all important last group game on Tuesday.

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Wenger singles Walker out as England's weak link

Optimism is high amongst Three Lions fans, particularly following a record-breaking 6-1 thumping of Panama on Sunday. England also won their opening game, with Harry Kane scoring both goals in the 2-1 win over Tunisia, during which Walker conceded a ...

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Portugal vs Iran: Queiroz blasts Ronaldo after 1-1 draw

Iran coach, Carlos Queiroz, has hit out at Portugal captain, Cristiano Ronaldo, for apparently elbowing Morteza Pouraliganji during their 1-1 draw on Monday.

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Iran hopes for respect after stopping Ronaldo at World Cup

Iran's forward Karim Ansari Fard (L) celebrates scoring his team's equaliser during the Russia 2018 World Cup Group B football match between Iran and Portugal at the Mordovia Arena in Saransk on June 25, 2018.

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Super Eagles must be wary of 5 Argentina players at World Cup 2018

The Super Eagles need to avoid defeat against a wounded Argentina team yet to win a game at the 2018 FIFA World Cup, to qualify for the round of 16, here are five players that can send Nigeria home in the group D scheduled for Tuesday, June 26.

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Video Assistant Referee at FIFA WC: How Does it Work?

This year's FIFA World Cup has brought in a new dimension in the refereeing department - technology. For the first time in the tournament's history, on-field referees are being supported by personnel outside the football field.

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Lawal, Enosoregbe in bright start at CBN Tennis Championship

A former champion and old war horse, Shehu Lawal, yesterday defeated Anthony Enebeli 6-1, 6-1, as the 2018 CBN Tennis Championships got underway at the Package 'B' of the Abuja National Stadium.

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World Cup 2018: Salah apologizes after Egypt is eliminated without a point

Egypt superstar, Mohamed Salah, has apologised to fans after they were eliminated from the 2018 World Cup without a single point. The Pharoahs threw away a one-goal lead on Monday, to lose their final Group A clash 2-1 to Saudi Arabia.

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Super Eagles players react to Plateau killings ahead of Argentina clash

Super Eagles players have taken to their social media accounts to mourn those that were killed during attacks on Gashish district of Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State on Sunday.

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Saudi Arabia vs Egypt: Record-breaking keeper saves penalty, but Pharaohs sink

Egypt's defender Ahmed Hegazi (R) rushes to congratulate Egypt's goalkeeper Essam El Hadary (L) after saving a penalty during the Russia 2018 World Cup Group A football match between Saudi Arabia and Egypt at the Volgograd Arena in Volgograd on ...

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Iran vs. Portugal: Betting Odds Preview, World Cup 2018 Prediction, Analysis

Portugal need just a single point to clinch a berth in the knockout stage at the 2018 FIFA World Cup as they close out their group-stage schedule with Monday's match against Iran at the Mordovia Arena in Saransk, Russia.

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Eden Hazard's father once again trying to get Real Madrid to bite — report

Eden Hazard to Real Madrid is a story as old as time itself, but other than wasted ink, electrons, and breaths, nothing's come of it since first mooted back in 2012 when Eden signed with the then Champions of Europe.

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FIFA World Cup 2018: Iran well prepared for tough game against Portugal, Coach Carlos Queiroz says

During a press conference on the eve of the game, Queiroz did not reveal his plan for stopping Portugal superstar Cristiano Ronaldo, but he said he expected a tougher game compared to the previous two matches as his side fights for its first-ever place ...

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FOX NEWS: Couple escapes house fire on morning of wedding: 'It was a nice ending to a rather horrendous beginning'

Couple escapes house fire on morning of wedding: 'It was a nice ending to a rather horrendous beginning'



A newlywed couple from Maryland tells Fox News their wedding “turned out beautifully” despite their family’s home catching fire on the morning of the nuptials.

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Man Utd transfer news: Red Devils and Man City battle to sign Kylian Mbappe

Manchester United and Manchester City are squaring up for a summer showdown over Paris Saint-Germain star Kylian Mbappe, claims the Sunday Mirror, with the paper reporting that the French club may be forced to offload their 19-year-old ace because of ...

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FOX NEWS: Woman seen doing yoga on edge of crumbling cliff

Woman seen doing yoga on edge of crumbling cliff



"People couldn't stop gasping," an onlooker said.

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Rohr Plans Total Attack Against Argentina

Super Eagles technical adviser, Gernot Rohr has revealed the basic game plan he has for his side's last group match against Argentina on Tuesday, with a verdict that it has to be total attack in order to snatch victory against Nigeria's boogie team ...

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England captain Harry Kane wants to start against Belgium

England captain Harry Kane is gunning for the Golden Boot and wants to keep his World Cup scoring streak going rather than resting against Belgium.

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Where to find Iran vs. Portugal on US TV and streaming

In their third game of the 2018 FIFA World Cup, watch Iran vs. Portugal for free with a 7-day trial to fuboTV. On television, the match will be shown live on FOX.

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Juan Cuadrado impresses, but Juan Fernando Quintero is becoming Colombia's star

Sunday's match was as important as a final, and that was how Colombia played it. Strong on all their lines, they fought when they needed to fight in their 3-0 win over Poland, and played when they needed to play.

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Expect tough challenge from Argentina, Onigbinde warns Eagles

A former CAF/FIFA Coaching Instructor and ex-Super Eagles Technical Adviser, Adegboye Onigbinde, has warned the team to be wary of Argentina in their final Group D match tomorrow.

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World Cup 2018: Nigeria rested players in 1998, made Spain crash out – Ex-coach hits Mikel

Spain national team coach to the 1998 World Cup in France, Javier Clemente has slammed Super Eagles skipper John Mikel Obi for asking Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic to play his regulars against Iceland on their final Group D game of the Russia 2018 World ...

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The Latest: Poland on brink as Colombia seizes 3-0 lead

MOSCOW (AP) - The Latest on Sunday at the World Cup (all times local):. 10:32 p.m.. Poland is suddenly down 3-0 to Colombia and on the verge of crashing out of the World Cup after just two games thanks to second-half strikes from Radamel Falcao and ...

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What if your World Cup team is tied when group play ends?

With one match left for each team in group play at the World Cup, just two of the eight groups have been decided, and even those could come down to tiebreakers to determine who gets the stronger seed in the knockout stage.

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Mikel to wear arm guard against Argentina

SUPER Eagles captain, Mikel Obi would play against Argentina in the all important last match in the Group Games of the Russia World Cup on Tuesday in St Petersburg.

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The Latest: Colombia coach dedicates win to Carlos Sanchez

Croatia's Luka Modric, right, celebrates with teammates after scoring his side's second goal during the group D match between Argentina and Croatia at the 2018 soccer World Cup in Nizhny Novgorod Stadium in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, Thursday, June 21, ...

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D'Tigers bank on Diogu's experience for W'Cup qualifiers

Nigeria's men's basketball team coach Alex Nwora has said the team would be relying on the leadership and experience of their captain Ike Diogu when the 2019 FIBA Men's World Cup qualifiers begin in Lagos.

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Kudos to Neymar, and Nigerians as well

What about the outrageous backward flick from Neymar on Friday? There are the usual myopic critics panning the Brazil superstar by labelling the move as showboating.

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World Cup 2018: Spain in straight shootout with Portugal for top spot, but bigger problems remain unaddressed

For Spain, it is time to stop the debates - whether the unlikely figure of Fernando Hierro should be directing the campaign, whether David De Gea can continue in goal and whether Diego Costa is the right man to uphold their tradition of fluid ...

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Nigeria vs Argentina : Maradona calls for meeting with Sergio, Messi, other players

Diego Maradona has requested a meeting with Argentina's players in an attempt to inspire the struggling squad ahead of their crucial final World Cup group game against Nigeria.

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World Cup 2018: The group stage permutations

Group A. Few people fancied tournament hosts Russia to make much of an impression this summer but they became the first side to book their place in the last-16 with emphatic wins over Saudi Arabia (5-0) and Egypt (3-1).

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N23.4M reward responsible for Super Eagles first win in Russia

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will get $50,000 from Aiteo Group and $15,000 as winning bonuses for winning Iceland at the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia.

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World Cup 2018 Groups Table: Predicting the Knockout Bracket

The group stage of the 2018 FIFA World Cup is heading towards its conclusion as all 32 teams have just one game left to play before the tournament reaches the knockout phase.

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World Cup qualifiers: Umar-led NBBF faction charges D'Tigers, lauds FIBA

The Tijani Umar-led faction of the Nigeria Basketball Federation has hailed the Federation of International Basketball Association (FIBA) for granting Nigeria the opportunity to host the FIBA Men's World Cup qualifiers in Lagos.

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Pogba reveals 'small issues' with Mourinho at Manchester United

France midfielder, Paul Pogba, has admitted he has “small issue” with Manchester United manager, Jose Mourinho, last season. However, Pogba, speaking at a news conference at their World Cup training base in Moscow, feels things have improved since ...

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Who is Kalidou Koulibaly? The €100m Senegal star Sarri wants to sign for Chelsea

The Napoli defender is high on Maurizio Sarri's wanted list but his tremendous abilities at the back make him an asset his club do not want to lose.

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Argentina v Nigeria: Drogba warns Super Eagles

Former Ivory Coast captain, Didier Drogba has told the Super Eagles of Nigeria that they will go home if they start defending against Argentina.

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World Cup 2018: Should England fear Belgium?

England play Belgium in their final game in World Cup Group G on Thursday, with both teams able to top the group. With qualification already secured - and it remains unclear if finishing second in the group creates an 'easier' route through the ...

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World Cup 2018: Nigeria will be difficult – Pogba

Manchester United midfielder, Paul Pogba, has spoken ahead of France's possible meeting with Nigeria in the round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup.

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Mikel suffers metacarpal fracture, to play with a cast against Argentina

Super Eagles medics are working round the clock to get Obi Mikel available for selection ahead of a crucial World Cup match against Argentina tomorrow, June 26.

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Honda salvages 2-2 draw for Japan against Senegal with late strike

The result leaves both teams, who beat Colombia and Poland respectively in their opening matches, on four points from two games and within reach of a spot in the last 16.

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Argentina's lack of talent and philosophy are making it nearly impossible for Lionel Messi to succeed

Even before the start of the World Cup, the photographs invited mockery. There was a picture of Lionel Messi gazing into the distance with his right hand on the back of a goat.

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Politics Ensnare Mohamed Salah and Switzerland at the World Cup

MOSCOW - The World Cup was thrust into the combustible mix of politics and soccer - dangerous ground that world soccer takes great pains to avoid - as a growing number of disciplinary proceedings and a star player's threatened retirement brought ...

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Colombia's triple hammer blow dumps Poland out of World Cup

Sometimes the answer comes by changing the question. Rather than asking whether he should play James Rodríguez - now he was sufficiently recovered from his calf injury to start - or Juan Quintero, and coming up with a fairly obvious response, José ...

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2019 FIBA World Cup: D'Tigers set for World Cup qualifiers

D'Tigers who already were triumphant in the first leg of the competition played in Bamako, Mali having defeated all opposing teams are comfortably placed to do justice in Lagos.

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World Cup 2018: FIFA blows hot, fines Poland, investigates Argentina, Croatia

The FIFA Disciplinary Committee on Sunday in Moscow said it has sanctioned the Polish Football Association with a fine of 10,000 Swiss Francs and a warning.

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Germany's Jerome Boateng turns in 4/10, while 8/10 Toni Kroos bails him out

The ESPN FC panel share their thoughts on Germany's last-minute win against Sweden, a decision that brought them back from the brink of a World Cup exit.

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World Cup 2018: Ahmed Musa reveals how he found confidence before 2018 World Cup

Super Eagles winger, Ahmed Musa, has revealed that he got his confidence back, during his loan spell at CSKA Moscow. Musa who scored a brace in Nigeria's 2-0 win over Iceland on Friday, failed to establish himself after his £16m move to Leicester City ...

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'You don't need a World Cup, Lionel Messi', an ardent fan pens down a tribute on the Argentina skipper's birthday

Almost every year, when June 24 arrives, he is in some corner of the globe, away from the world (paparazzi), and has a close-family birthday.

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Colombia's enigmatic José Pekerman is running out of time to save his job

Four years ago José Pekerman was hailed as the dream maker. Argentinian by birth but adopted by Colombians as one of their own, he stepped off the plane after the Brazil World Cup to a hero's welcome.

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How footballers have managed to cheat at the World Cup

Follow Al Jazeera's coverage of the World Cup 2018 here. Brazil may have beaten Costa Rica 2-0 in their group match but instead of being remembered for the drama of two late goals, all everyone could talk about was Neymar's infamous dive.

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Matt Le Tissier: 'VAR will make defenders be defenders, not wrestlers'

A stadium screen in Volgograd shows a VAR review that resulted in Iceland being awarded a penalty against Nigeria. Photograph: Catherine Ivill/Getty Images.

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At Home in Russia, Musa Targets Messi's Scalp

Aiming for another brace against. Argentina on Tuesday. Duro Ikhazuagbe in St Petersburg. The name on the lip of Nigerian and other Africans here at the World Cup in Russia is Ahmed Musa.

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FIFA opens disciplinary case over Xherdan Shaqiri, Granit Xhaka celebrations

Despite Serbia controlling play early, the organization of Switzerland led to two second-half goals to give them a deserving win. Brazil and Switzerland left it till the end to earn their wins, while Nigeria beat Iceland and kept the door open for ...

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Germany's World Cup Is Saved in the Blink of an Eye (and Flick of a Foot)

SOCHI, Russia - The German shots came from the left and the right and, at least once, even off a striker's chest. They slammed into Swedish legs and Swedish backs and, at least once, right off the goal post.

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The Latest: Thiago Silva upset at teammate Neymar's insult

MOSCOW (AP) The Latest on Saturday at the World Cup (all times local):. 10:40 p.m.. Defending champion Germany is playing Sweden with 10 men after defender Jerome Boateng was sent off in the 82nd minute.

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Analysis: Kroos steps forward as Germany's undisputed leader

MOSCOW (Reuters) - Germany's Toni Kroos emerged as the world champions' natural leader on Saturday, stepping up to guide them to a last-gasp 2-1 victory over Sweden kept them on course for the World Cup last 16.

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Musa to NFF president: We will make you proud

Pinnick responded: “You guys should just go out there and put smiles on the faces of Nigerians. They love their Super Eagles.” By The Eagle Online On Jun 23, 2018.

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Why are people so happy to see Lionel Messi brought so low at World Cup?

It is a strange world we inhabit when the struggles of Lionel Messi, a footballer who has brought so much joy to so many people, are greeted with glee by some and triumphalism by others.

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Chelsea transfer news: Maurizio Sarri's Blues budget decided by Roman Abramovich

MAURIZIO SARRI won't have a bumper transfer budget to work with at Chelsea next season. By Rhys Turrell / Published 24th June 2018.

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In Mexico the joy continues as national team wins again in the World Cup

The streets of this capital were mostly deserted. The distant squawks of radio and TV broadcasters were punctuated by muted cheers and groans - a disembodied soundtrack to the becalmed metropolis.

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Nigeria vs Argentina: Group stage still open – Garba Lawal warns Super Eagles

Former Super Eagles left winger, Garba Lawal, has told the team to fight against Argentina in order to complete their mission in the group stage.

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Gareth Southgate keeping his young England side calm amid the storm

Contrary to what you might have heard over the past 48 hours, there are much bigger issues within England's camp right now than the story of Steve Holland's training-ground notes, what they may or may not tell us about Gareth Southgate's team for ...

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Germany v Sweden: Why Ozil did not play – Low

Germany coach, Joachim Low has explained why Arsenal's Mesut Ozil was dropped from the German squad that defeated Sweden 2-1 in the second game on Saturday.

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World Cup: 10-man Germany survives Sweden scare

Six days after suffering a shock defeat to Mexico, the defending champions found themselves a goal down to Sweden and in need of a big turnaround.

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Ikeme winning leukaemia battle

Nigerian international goalkeeper Carl Ikeme says he is on the road to recovery after undergoing chemotherapy for leukaemia. The 32-year-old English-born star - capped 10 times - posted on Instagram that he still faced obstacles but things were looking ...

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Serbia coach calls for referee 'to be tried in the Hague'

Serbia's coach has reacted to his team's World Cup defeat to Switzerland by calling for the referee to be put on trial in a war crimes tribunal in the Hague.

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Transfer news: Napoli speaks on Maurizio Sarri's Chelsea move

Napoli president, Aurelio De Laurentiis has insisted that Chelsea has not made an approach to appoint Maurizio Sarri as their new manager.

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Nigeria vs Argentina: Rohr considers dropping Victor Moses for crucial Group D clash

Head coach of the Super Eagles, Gernot Rohr, is considering leaving Victor Moses out of his starting XI, for their final Group D clash with Argentina.

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World Cup 2018: FIFA open disciplinary case over Xhaka, Shaqiri celebrations

FIFA has opened disciplinary proceedings against Switzerland players Xherdan Shaqiri and Granit Xhaka, over their goal celebrations during Friday's 2-1 win over Serbia at the 2018 World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: Okocha blasts Jerome Boateng after Germany's 2-1 win over Sweden

Ex-Nigerian international, Austin Okocha has criticized Bayern Munich defender of Ghanaian descent, Jérôme Boateng, after Germany's 2-1 win over Sweden on Saturday.

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World Cup 2018: Nigeria hailed in Musa's second home

ST. PETESBURG: The Argentinian journalists, not surprisingly, were glued to the television sets at the press centre of the Zenit Arena on Friday, cheering lustily for Nigeria.

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CBN Tennis Championship: 300 players battle for N700,000 prize money

Over 300 Tennis players drawn from across the country are participating at the 40th edition of the Central Bank of Nigeria Senior Men and women Open Tennis Championship.

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KENNETH OMERUO: My second appearance in World Cup amazing

Super Eagles defender, Kenneth Omeruo, is feeling on top of the world for making a back-to-back World Cup appearance. He spoke with TUNDE LIADI before jetting out to Russia.

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Six Takeaways From Super Eagles Victory Over Iceland

In the game against Croatia, the Super Eagles filed out in a 4-3-3 formation which backfired as they were out-thought and overrun.

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NFF speaks on Ikeme's recovery from leukaemia

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has reacted to news that Super Eagles goalkeeper, Carl Ikeme, is now in complete remission. Ikeme, who played a part in Nigeria's qualification for the 2018 World Cup, was diagnosed with leukaemia in July 2017.

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Belgium Displays Its Depth in a World Cup Rout of Tunisia

MOSCOW - Perhaps the most encouraging sign for Belgium's prospects in this World Cup came with 20 minutes to go on Saturday when the team's captain, Eden Hazard, was taken out of the game.

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Nigeria 2 Vs 0 Iceland: No Shaku-Shaku from Super Eagles

Nigeria 2 Vs 0 Iceland Nigerians are disappointed the Super Eagles didn't celebrate goals with Shaku Shaku'. There was no Shaku-Shaku from the Super Eagles against Iceland and Twitter was not having it.

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FOX NEWS: World's Ugliest Dog title goes to English bulldog named Zsa Zsa

World's Ugliest Dog title goes to English bulldog named Zsa Zsa



An English bulldog with an underbite and muscular, rounded front legs won the 30th annual World’s Ugliest Dog contest on Saturday night.

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FOX NEWS: World Cup superfan dresses baby twins in national outfits for all 64 games

World Cup superfan dresses baby twins in national outfits for all 64 games



She prepared for all 48 scheduled matches

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RUSSIA 2018: The first week through my eyes!

Some 3 hours ago, I arrived Volgograd with the President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Amaju Pinnick, who had specially invited me to come and meet with members of the Super Eagles as part of his strategy to motivate the players, lift their ...

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FOX NEWS: Jenna Ortega sports ‘I do care’ jacket to awards show, protests Melania Trump

Jenna Ortega sports ‘I do care’ jacket to awards show, protests Melania Trump



She responded to FLOTUS' sartorial controversy the day prior.

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Japan vs. Senegal: Team News, Live Stream, TV Info for World Cup 2018

Japan and Senegal will look to build on their positive starts to the 2018 World Cup when they face one another on Sunday. Japan upset Colombia 2-1 to kick off their campaign with a win, while Senegal did the same to beat Poland.

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World Cup: Mikel faults Croatia's plan to leave out big names against Iceland

Obi said this against the backdrop of the fact that the outcome of the match between Croatia and Iceland will be a determining factor in whether the Super Eagles will progress into the knockout stage of the World Cup.

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Arsenal transfer news: Sky Sports man reveals one player who is DEFINITELY joining Gunners

Sampdoria midfielder Torreira, 22, is at the World Cup with his country but appears to be heading for the exit door. Sampdoria president Massimo Ferrero claimed earlier this week that he had accepted a £26million move for Torreira - and Sheth thinks ...

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Shaqiri snatches last-gasp win for Swiss over Serbia

The Swiss looked in danger of being over-run when Serbia went ahead with an Aleksandar Mitrovic header after five minutes to the delight of their fervent supporters at the Kaliningrad stadium.

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Official: Real Announce 2nd 2018/19 Signing

Spanish giants Real Madrid announced their second signing of the transfer window. Read: Official: Real Announce Their First Signing Of The Window.

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Imenger attributes Eagles victory over Iceland to determination

A former international, Barnabas Imenger has attributed Super Eagles 2-0 victory over Iceland in yesterday's group D match at the ongoing World Cup in Russia to sheer determination.

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Egypt's Mohamed Salah given honorary citizenship by Chechnya leader Ramzan Kadyrov

Chechnya leader Ramzan Kadyrov has made Egypt striker Mohamed Salah an honorary citizen of the southern Russian region at a farewell banquet held for the eliminated World Cup side.

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Xhaka and Shaqiri goal celebrations bring Balkan politics to the World Cup

Switzerland pair, who have Albanian heritage, inflame tensions with Serbia by making nationalist symbols. Xherdan Shaqiri completes comeback win against Serbia · Martin Farrer and agencies.

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World Cup day nine in a nutshell: Brazil late show as the Switzerland comeback beats Serbia

We round up Friday's talking points from Russia, as Brazil leave it late to beat Costa Rica before wins for Nigeria and Switzerland.

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Atiku, Saraki, Other Twitter Users Hail Eagles Victory Over Iceland

Super Eagles on Friday got back their groove at the ongoing Fifa World Cup in Russia by beating Iceland 2-0 in their second group match after losing to Croatia on Saturday.

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Argentina authorities identify brawling fans, call for deportation

World Cup winner Mario Kempes' faith in Argentina's chances of qualifying for the round of 16 has all but gone after their crushing defeat to Croatia.

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FIFA World Cup 2018: Argentina asks Russia to deport fans involved in brawl with Croatian supporters after match

Moscow: Argentina said on Friday that it had asked Russia to detain and deport four of its soccer fans who were filmed fighting with supporters from Croatia at a World Cup match on Thursday.

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Reported Juventus transfer target Mateo Kovacic says he wants to leave Real Madrid

The transfer rumors surrounding Juventus and Real Madrid midfielder Mateo Kovacic haven't exactly been as plentiful as they were 12 months ago.

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Nigeria vs Iceland: Dogara, Yakmut react to Super Eagles' 2-0 victory

The Speaker of House of Representatives, Mr Yakubu Dogara has commended the Super Eagles for defeating Iceland in ongoing World Cup competition in Russia.

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Chelsea next manager: Club legend reveals the reason for Antonio Conte non-sacking

CHELSEA have not sacked Antonio Conte because they still haven't secured their favoured option to replace him. By Uche Amako. PUBLISHED: PUBLISHED: 06:01, Sat, Jun 23, 2018.

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World Cup 2018: Ronaldo scoring cheap goals, Messi playing in a broken team – Fabregas

Chelsea midfielder, Cesc Fabregas, has played down Cristiano Ronaldo's contribution at the 2018 World Cup and insists Argentina's struggles are not all Lionel Messi's fault.

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Opposition Scouting Report: How can Tunisia beat Belgium?

Belgium's Golden Generation is full of familiar faces, but after they took their time to click into gear against Panama, can Tunisia take encouragement heading into their second Group G clash?

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World Cup: Fabregas questions Ronaldo's goals

Cesc Fabregas has played down the contribution of Cristiano Ronaldo at the World Cup and said that Argentina's struggles are not all Lionel Messi's fault.

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England have gone from inflated egos to inflatable unicorns

These have been an unusual few days for England's players. Since beating Tunisia in their opening game they have gone bowling and ridden inflatable unicorns, they have seen the sights in St Petersburg or spent time with their families.

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Abdul Maikaba: Poor handling of set pieces bane of Africa teams in Russia

Akwa United technical adviser and Flying Eagles assistant coach, Abdul Maikaba has said the major undoing of African teams at the ongoing World Cup in Russia is inability to manage set pieces.

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Mikel slams Croatia for resting players against Iceland, speaks on Argentina clash

Super Eagles captain, John Obi Mikel is not happy with the news that Croatia wants to leave their big names out of their last group match against Iceland on Tuesday.

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Nigeria vs Iceland: How Tuface, BankyW, other celebrities reacted to Super Eagles's victory

Some Nigerian celebrities on Friday hailed Super Eagles over their 2-0 win against Iceland in their Group D fixture at the 2018 World Cup.

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Germany greats attack current crop of having 'body language of a dead frog'

Over the course of the last two World Cups, Joachim Löw has managed to give German football a new face. The teams he fielded in 2010 and 2014 were fluid and playful where previous Germany sides had been rigid and earnest, infused with an ego-less ...

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Chelsea news: Antonio Conte sacking to be confirmed NEXT WEEK, Maurizio Sarri set to join

Conte has been heading for the sack for months despite following his debut season Premier League title win with victory in the FA Cup final against Manchester United last month.

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World Cup 2018: Neymar reveals why he cried after Brazil's 2-0 win over Costa Rica

Brazil forward, Neymar Jr., has explained why he burst into tears after their 2-0 win over Costa Rica on Friday. Neymar scored the second goal after Philippe Coutinho had tapped in the opener in the 91st minute, as the Selecao won their first game at ...

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In purgatory: Messi and Argentina's last shot for World Cup survival

Argentina and Messi - They never make it easy for themselves, don't they. La Albiceleste, their national football team, led by their diminutive yet massively talented, larger than life, supposed saviour Lionel Messi, just barely bundled through World ...

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Nigeria vs Iceland : Football fans nationwide in frenzy over Super Eagles victory

Nigeria vs Iceland : Soccer fans across the country were in a frenzy as they celebrated the 2-0 victory of the Super Eagles against Iceland in the ongoing World Cup in Russia on Friday.

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Missing the real Messi in action

By Arjun Sen 'Do not go gentle into that good night. Rage, rage against the dying of the light', Leo. Take charge, fight the tide, take a shot in anger, force a save, shout at your teammates if that's what it'll take, but do not go gentle into that ...

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Switzerland Beats Serbia in a Game Tinged With History and Politics

KALININGRAD, Russia - It was Xherdan Shaqiri's right boot that made the headlines before his match on Friday, but it was his left boot, and his hands, that were the story after the game ended.

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Neymar, Coutinho strike late to put Brazil bid back on track

Brazil needed two injury-time goals to defeat a dogged Costa Rica on Friday as Philippe Coutinho and Neymar scored to put the five-time World Cup winners back on track for the last 16.

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FOX NEWS: Breastfeeding mom says Alabama restaurant owner covered 'baby's head' with dish rag

Breastfeeding mom says Alabama restaurant owner covered 'baby's head' with dish rag



A breastfeeding mother fired back at an Alabama restaurant owner who suggested she should cover up while breastfeeding her 3-month-old child inside the establishment on Wednesday.

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FOX NEWS: Kim Kardashian defends braids, claims she’s ‘not tone deaf’

Kim Kardashian defends braids, claims she’s ‘not tone deaf’



The reality star is speaking out.

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FOX NEWS: Airline workers busted for turtle-smuggling operation

Airline workers busted for turtle-smuggling operation



Their stunt didn't succeed as planned.

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FOX NEWS: The Daily Spike: The importance of napping, or at least lying down

The Daily Spike: The importance of napping, or at least lying down



Spike is learning the "Down" command, which is a really important command for a Canine Companions puppy to know.

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FOX NEWS: United Colors of Benetton slammed for using migrants in ad campaign

United Colors of Benetton slammed for using migrants in ad campaign



It's not the first time that the Italian label has struck a nerve.

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'Time for Tim' - clamour grows for Cahill to play against Peru

Sydney (AFP) - Socceroos coach Bert van Marwijk is under growing pressure to play veteran Tim Cahill in their must-win World Cup match against Peru, with fans demanding to know why the country's top goal poacher has been ignored so far.

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Brazil v Costa Rica preview: Neymar to start World Cup Group E clash

Neymar will start for Brazil as they look to put their 1-1 draw with Switzerland behind them when they face Costa Rica in Group E on Friday (12pm).

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Incoming Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri wants seven major transfers including Napoli quartet

Maurizio Sarri is targeting seven major signings this summer which will include a massive raid on his former club Napoli, reports say.

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Paul Pogba marvels at N'Golo Kanté's 'fifteen lungs'

Paul Pogba has caught Kanté fever. Chelsea's midfield dynamo had his second successive outstanding World Cup outing, against Peru on Thursday, as France secured place in the knockout rounds with a second successive one-goal victory.

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World Cup 2018: Friday Live-Stream Schedule, Online Coverage Guide

Friday sees the return of Brazil to the FIFA World Cup stage, where they will be heavy favourites to earn their first win of the tournament against Costa Rica.

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World Cup 2018: Germany walking a tightrope - Cesc Fabregas column

It is a different feeling once you have lost your first game at the World Cup - Germany's players will know that now. Straight away the pressure is on the holders after their surprise defeat by Mexico, because they must win their second game in Group F ...

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Football Papers: All The Latest Football News And Transfer Gossips This Morning

Manchester United and Tottenham are set to do battle over the signing of Barcelona defender Jordi Alba. Maurizio Sarri has drawn up a £140m hit list of targets as he plans a massive shake-up of the Chelsea squad this summer.

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Man Utd transfer news: Jose Mourinho given recruitment advice by Red Devils legend

MANCHESTER UNITED need to sign a midfielder and a striker to challenge rivals Manchester City. By Luke Gardener / Published 22nd June 2018.

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Eagles set to battle Iceland in Volgograd

Nigeria's players warm up during a training session at Essentuki Arena, southern Russia, on June 19, 2018, during the Russia 2018 World Cup football tournament.

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Mikel: We've done everything in training to beat Iceland

Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel said the team is focused on getting a good result when they face Iceland this afternoon. The Eagles failed to impress in their opening day game against Croatia and now they need to show more aggression, and making ...

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I won't put myself under pressure — Uzoho

Nigeria's goalkeeper Francis Uzoho dives during a training session at Essentuki Arena in Yessentuki, southern Russia, on June 18, 2018 during the Russia 2018 World Cup football tournament.

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The Warm-Up: Another fine Mess as Argentina teeter on the brink

Tom Adams attempts to break down a shocking night for Argentina - while are the wheels coming off a bit for England? FRIDAY'S WORLD CUP HEADLINES.

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Manchester United sign Fred

Manchester United have made their second signing of the summer, snapping Brazilian midfielder, Fred from Shakhtar Donetsk for £47 million.

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I am not pressured by performance of past Eagles goalkeepers, says Uzoho

The 19-year old Deportivo La Coruna's reserve goalkeeper reveals how he stays calm in spite of huge expectations. He also praised Iceland for honouring Carl Ikeme and spoke about the challenges Nigerian players face at the pre-match press conference in ...

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World Cup 2018: Iceland coach, Hallgrímsson names 2 good Super Eagles players

Iceland coach, Heimir Hallgrímsson has named two Super Eagles players who are good in the air ahead of his side's second Group D clash with Nigeria in the 2018 World Cup on Friday evening.

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Chelsea transfer news: Borussia Dortmund could swerve Alvaro Morata deal

Morata had a turbulent debut campaign at Chelsea last term and managed just 11 goals in 31 Premier League games. After a flying start, the Spaniard's troubles were well documented in the second half of the season as he scored just once in his final 14 ...

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Argentina vs Croatia LIVE STREAM: How to watch World Cup 2018 live online in 4K Ultra HD

ARGENTINA vs Croatia live stream - The big Group D clash gets underway at 7pm tonight in the second round of World Cup 2018 games.

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FOX NEWS: 'Gatsbying' bizarre new dating trend among millennials

'Gatsbying' bizarre new dating trend among millennials



Not surprising.

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Peru's passionate fans make a bigger impression than their team

Legions made journey for nation's first World Cup since 1982 • Team eliminated after losing their opening two matches. Andrew Roth at the Ekaterinburg Arena.

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World Cup 2018: Chelsea's Fàbregas blasts Argentina after Croatia defeat

Chelsea midfielder, Cesc Fàbregas has blasted Argentina for losing 3-0 against Croatia in their second Group D match in the 2018 World Cup played on Thursday night.

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World Cup 2018: Until they overcome their inner demons, Brazil will never get back to their best

Having been one of the few Brazilian players to actually produce in the side's disappointing opening game, Philippe Coutinho was also one of the few to produce some sense in the aftermath.

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ROHR INTERVIEW: We will not lose to Iceland

Ahead of the all-important FIFA World Cup Group D game against Iceland, Super Eagles coach, Gernot Rohr, has opened up completely concerning the first game and the plans to defeat Iceland and make it past the first round of the championship.

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World Cup 2018: Odds and Updated Predictions for Friday Group's Matches

Brazil faltered to a 1-1 draw against Switzerland in their first outing at the 2018 FIFA World Cup, but the Selecao have the opportunity to climb to the top of Group E if they beat Costa Rica on Friday.

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World Cup 2018: 'Great things happen' when you play alongside Christian Eriksen, Denmark's shining star

You have to be quite careful when you ask a member of a supporting cast what it's like to play with someone who's much better than them.

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Nigeria vs Iceland: What Argentina's defeat vs Croatia means for Super Eagles

On Thursday night, Croatia humiliated Argentina 3-0 in their second Group D fixture at the 2018 World Cup. The win sealed Zlatko Dalic's men's place in the knockout stages, while Lionel Messi and co are on the verge of elimination.

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Legendary Argentina ace Diego Maradona was pictured cheering on his team

Former Argentina ace Diego Maradona displayed the full spectrum of human emotion from his executive box as his team were trounced 0-3 by Croatia.

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36 Years and No World Cup Goals: Peru Eliminated by France

YEKATERINBURG, Russia - Thirty-six years is a long time to wait to be eliminated from the World Cup without scoring a goal. It was surely not the expectation of the tens of thousands of Peruvian fans who brought their banners, their inflatable llamas ...

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Kante 'has 15 lungs' says French teammate Pogba

Paul Pogba paid tribute to fellow midfielder N'Golo Kante after France sealed their place in the World Cup last 16 on Thursday, saying: “He has 15 lungs.

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Chelsea have no reason to sell Davide Zappacosta at a loss

Chelsea have some dead weight to clear out, and some players who need to go at the lowest price necessary. Davide Zappacosta is neither, and the Blues should not sell him at a loss.

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Southgate qualities echo Mourinho, Conte says Holland

SAINT PETERSBURG: England coach Steve Holland believes Gareth Southgate is showing the same key qualities he saw in the likes of Jose Mourinho, Rafael Benitez and Antonio Conte at Chelsea.

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Nigeria's Super Eagles miss out on nearly $300k match bonus after Croatia loss

Moscow, Russia (CNN) Nigeria's World Cup side have lost out on more than $300k promised to them by government officials and sponsors after last Saturday's 2-0 defeat against Croatia.

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World Cup 2018: David Beckham Predicts World Cup Finalists In Russia

England last reached the World Cup quarter-finals in 2006, when Beckham was captain and their only World Cup final was way back in 1966, when they beat Germany at Wembley.

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Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez in 'secret agreement' to ruin Barcelona Antoine Griezmann bid

The French forward was heavily touted to join the Catalan club this summer after months of speculation. It had even led to Atletico Madrid reporting their La Liga rivals to FIFA over an illegal approach.

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FIFA World Cup 2018: Unforgiven, it's the Messi thing

Sven Goran Erikson, England manager in the 2000s, said recently that his main regret about his years with the squad was not having hired a 'mental trainer' to prepare for penalty shoot-outs.

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Oghenekaro Etebo's Stoke City move isn't as bizarre as first seems

The newly signed Potter has come under criticism for his move to the recently relegated outfit, but are his detractors taking things too far?

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FIFA World Cup can get greener after Russia

Greg Odogwu. gregodogwu@yahoo.com 08063601665. Because the world is talking about going green in order to fight climate change, FIFA - the international governing body of soccer that organizes the World Cup - is also talking green.

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Beckham tips England v Argentina final

Beijing - Former captain David Beckham has tipped England to play Lionel Messi's Argentina in the Soccer World Cup final, reflecting rising optimism about the Three Lions' chances after a positive start in Russia.

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Holland rates Southgate favourably against some of best in Europe

Gareth Southgate's right hand man, Steve Holland, has compared the England manager favourably to some of the best in Europe. Holland worked alongside a Who's Who of the coaching elite during six years at Chelsea, assisting and learning from the likes ...

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Diego Costa gets luck of the bounce as Spain deny stubborn Iran

Amid the din, the final whistle barely heard, Iran's footballers collapsed to the floor exhausted and someone decided to put “Y Viva España!

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Cristiano Ronaldo is making Russia 2018 his World Cup, with a new-look goatee in battle to be the 'GOAT'

Cristiano Ronaldo walked out for the warm-up at the sun-splashed Luzhniki Stadium with diamonds affixed to each ear lobe and a new goatee sprouting from his chin - like a goat, get it?

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D'Tigers hold first training as Diogu, Zanna, Aminu arrive

Nigeria's senior men's national basketball team D'Tigers held their first training session yesterday ahead of the 2019 FIBA Men's World Cup qualifiers at the Indoor Sports Hall of the National Stadium in Lagos under the tutelage of Alex Nwora and his ...

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Mesut Ozil: Germany star BLASTED after poor World Cup performance... they want him DROPPED

THE pressure is building on under-fire Mesut Ozil after one Germany legend described him as having the body language of a “dead frog” and another called for him to be dropped.

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Nigeria vs Iceland: NFF speaks on querying Rohr after Croatia match

The First Vice President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Barrister Seyi Akinwunmi, has denied that head coach of the Super Eagles, Gernot Rohr, received a query after their 2-0 defeat to Croatia last Saturday.

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FOX NEWS: Parents are fed up with kids' summer vacation after just 13 days, study finds

Parents are fed up with kids' summer vacation after just 13 days, study finds



A study of 2,000 parents examined how they cope with summer break and found it takes less than two weeks for moms and dads to feel the stress takes toll.

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Nordin Amrabat criticises World Cup referee for 'requesting' Cristiano Ronaldo's shirt

A World Cup referee has been criticised for reportedly asking Cristiano Ronaldo for his shirt before half time. Ronaldo headed in the winner as Portugal secured a 1-0 victory over Morocco in their second World Cup group B fixture.

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Costa denies 'provocation' but admits to 'lucky' goal

Kazan Arena - Diego Costa rejected claims he intentionally stamped on Iran goalkeeper Ali Beiranvand during a tense 1-0 win over Iran but admitted his crucial match-winner for Spain came down to "luck".

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World Cup 2018: TV Schedule, Live Stream, Online Coverage Guide for Thursday

Argentina's meeting with Croatia on Thursday is poised to be one of the standout fixtures in the 2018 FIFA World Cup group stage.

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World Cup: Afolabi expects Iceland to give Eagles tough time

South Africa 2010 World Cup star Rabiu Afolabi has predicted that Iceland would give the Super Eagles a tough time when both sides clash in their crucial Group D tie at the 2018 World Cup.

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Lionel Messi the sun king makes Argentina blind to new tricks

Fame, fame, fatal fame. It can play hideous tricks on the brain. Here's an unexpected World Cup statistic. With the opening seven days of Russia 2018 now done, one outfield player has run less over 90 minutes than anyone else in any position in any team.

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Nigeria vs. Iceland: Team News, Live Stream, TV Info for World Cup 2018

Iceland could take a major step towards qualification for the knockout stages of the 2018 FIFA World Cup with a win over Nigeria on Friday.

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World Cup 2018: Ronaldo finally explains his new goatee look

Real Madrid superstar, Cristiano Ronaldo has explained his new look in the World Cup Group B second match against Morocco on Wednesday.

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Ronaldo aging like 'port wine' at fourth World Cup

MOSCOW: Portugal coach Fernando Santos compared Cristiano Ronaldo to a bottle of port, the fortified wine that famously gets better with age, after his latest match-winning goal for his country.

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World Cup 2018: Diego Costa's 'fight' gives Spain cutting edge – but questions over Fernando Hierro remain

Fernando Hierro admitted after Spain's 1-0 win over Iran on Wednesday that the impression was rather less positive than it had been after the 3-3 draw against Portugal.

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Wilfred Ndidi says Super Eagles have moved past Croatia defeat

Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has stated that he and his teammates have moved on from the 0-2 loss to Croatia in their 2018 FIFA World Cup group opener on Saturday, June 16.

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World Cup 2018: NFF Speaks on distracting Super Eagles, committee election

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has dismissed reports that the campaigns for the election into its executive committee have been a source of distraction to the Super Eagles at the FIFA World Cup in Russia.

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Moses, Ighalo fear for Eagles in clash against Iceland

Super Eagles attacker, Victor Moses has stated that Iceland will be a hard nut to crack, when they clash with the Eagles on Friday.

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Asaba 2018 AAC: Kenya holds selection trial

Athletics Kenya is set to host a three-day selection process to pick their representatives to the 21st African Athletics Championship to be staged in Asaba, Delta State.

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D'tigers assure fan of performance as FIBA kicks off

By Ebun Sessou Preparations are on top gear as D'tigers Men Basketball team is warming up for the FIBA Basket World Cup Qualifiers lead by seasoned head coach Alex Nwora to participate in the phase two of the FIBA World Cup Qualifiers in Lagos.

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Jack Wilshere quits Arsenal for free

Midfielder Jack Wilshere has announced he will leave London club Arsenal when his contract expires at the end of June. Jack Wilshere.

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Fernando Hierro right man to unite Spain, says Iran's Carlos Queiroz

Real Madrid were supposed to be celebrating the league title the night the president called time on the manager and the captain. It was 2003 and a season of tension and fraught relationships exploded at the restaurant where Florentino Pérez ended the ...

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FOX NEWS: Ohio man finds black widow spider crawling in store-bought broccoli

Ohio man finds black widow spider crawling in store-bought broccoli



An Ohio man may reconsider his attempt to eat healthy after discovering a lively black widow spider inside a bag of fresh produce he had just purchased at a nearby Kroger grocery store.

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FOX NEWS: New Jersey teen could win $10K for patriotic prom tuxedo made out of duct tape

New Jersey teen could win $10K for patriotic prom tuxedo made out of duct tape



A Brick, New Jersey teen made a patriotic prom tuxedo entirely out of duct tape. And it could win him $10,000.

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FOX NEWS: Bride’s Ikea bag hack for using bathroom on wedding day declared ‘genius’

Bride’s Ikea bag hack for using bathroom on wedding day declared ‘genius’



“YEAY! Being a bride and having some privacy IS possible."

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"The b*stard will have received good money."

Costa made a return to the La Liga side last September, signing a deal until 2021, but wasn't able to return to the pitch until the winter window opened in January, scoring on his return in a Copa del Rey clash.

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Jack Wilshere to leave Arsenal for free

Midfielder Jack Wilshere has announced he will leave London club Arsenal when his contract expires at the end of June. In an Instagram post on Tuesday, Wilshere - who came through Arsenal's academy and made his first-team debut for the club in 2008 at ...

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Swansea City transfer news and rumours LIVE: Updates on Lukasz Fabianski, Andre Ayew and James Tavernier

Swansea City's transfer efforts seem to be stepping up in this summer's window. Reports over the weekend have linked the Swans with moves for Ostersunds forward Saman Ghoddos, Republic of Ireland international Harry Arter, Djugardens ace Kerim Mrabti ...

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FIFA World Cup 2018: Argentina rally behind Lionel Messi ahead of key Croatia clash

Argentina are rallying around captain Lionel Messi as the South American giants prepare for their crucial Group D clash with Croatia here tomorrow.

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T-Time: What to do without USA in the World Cup

Entering this year's FIFA World Cup, I was apathetic - as were many Americans. Without the United States to root for, I had no dog in the fight.

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World Cup: See how teams stand after first Group matches

The first round of matches in all Groups in the World Cup were completed on Tuesday. The tournament, which kicked-off on June 14, 2018, is billed to end on July 15, 2018.

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Nigeria's elusive World Cup chase

THE FIFA football World Cup competition which started about a week ago is now well under way. The Nigerian Super Eagles had their first encounter at the tournament against Croatia on 16 June, 2018.

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Portugal v Morocco build-up & your World Cup highlights

It's nearly time for Cristiano Ronaldo to step back out on the World Cup stage. Will he add to his three goals in the first group game?

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Wilshere weighing up options after calling time on Arsenal career

Jack Wilshere will take time to consider his next move after bringing an end to his 17-year stay at Arsenal in order to progress his career.

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Transfer Talk Daily Update: Jack Wilshere, Jay Rodriguez, Bernd Leno

The transfer window is open! Clubs around the UK and Europe are getting business done as they look to give themselves the best possible chance at success in the new season.

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World Cup 2018: Former Super Eagles media officer, Udoh speaks on Uzoho's real age

Former Super Eagles media officer, Colin Udoh has blasted fans and pundits who have made jest of the age of first-choice goalkeeper, Francis Uzoho.

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Portugal urged by Fernando Santos to hit 'Euro 2016 levels' against Morocco

Manager says team can play even better than against Spain • Santos says Portugal cannot just rely on Cristiano Ronaldo. Marcus Christenson · @m_christenson.

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Costa delighted by 'b*stard' Griezmann's Atletico extension

While he joked about his team-mate's new wages, the Spain star said he always knew the forward would remain at the Wanda Metropolitano.

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Croatia better than Argentina — Kovacic

Croatia midfielder Mateo Kovacic is confident his side will get the better of Argentina when they meet in the World Cup because they are “a better team” than the South Americans.

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World Cup: Japan fans impress by cleaning up stadium

After a heated World Cup match, the stands are usually left with food waste, cups and wrappers scattered in the heat of the moment.

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Senegal punish Poland in first African victory

Moscow - Senegal became the first African team to win a match at the 2018 World Cup on Tuesday when they beat Poland 2-1, helped by two shocking errors in the European side's defence.

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Wilshere to leave Arsenal, German keeper Leno joins

(Reuters) - Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere said on Tuesday that he was leaving the Premier League club after 17 years, while the north London side earlier announced that Bayer Leverkusen goalkeeper Bernd Leno was moving to north London.

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Signs bad for Messi's last chance to emulate Maradona

NIZHNY NOVGOROD, Russia, June 20 (Reuters) - Lionel Messi's 31st birthday this weekend is an ominous reminder Russia may be his last World Cup and final chance to emulate fellow Argentine great Diego Maradona in lifting the ultimate prize.

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Today at the World Cup: Wednesday June 20

The second round of World Cup group matches continue on Wednesday with one game from Group A and two from Group B. First up are Portugal who play Morocco in Moscow in Group B before Uruguay look for a second win in Group A against Saudi Arabia ...

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Premier League: Jack Wilshere leaves Arsenal after 17 years; Bernd Leno joins club from Bayer Leverkusen

Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere said on Tuesday that he was leaving the Premier League club after 17 years, while the north London side earlier announced that Bayer Leverkusen goalkeeper Bernd Leno was moving to north London.

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Mo Salah's Return Isn't Enough as Russia Hands Egypt a Crushing Loss

In the end, even the mighty Mohamed Salah could not shake Egypt free from its World Cup hex. Salah, the Liverpool star whose damaged shoulder had become the world's most obsessed-over body part, had the unenviable task on Tuesday of trying to halt ...

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All vital stats after the first round of the World Cup

Senegal defeated Poland to become the first African country to win a game in the ongoing FIFA World Cup. Published: 19.06.2018; Thomas Freeman Yeboah.

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World Cup Warm-Up: Every team ranked

Plus: Russia are good, Carlos Sanchez has a mare, and there are sad Arsenal people all over the shop. WEDNESDAY'S BIG STORIES.

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Ruben Loftus-Cheek relaxed over role as England monitor Dele Alli's fitness

Ruben Loftus-Cheek is staying calm at the prospect of a first World Cup start as England continue to monitor the fitness of Dele Alli.

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Argentina vs. Croatia: Team News, Live Stream, TV Info for World Cup 2018

Lionel Messi's Argentina go in search of their first win at the 2018 FIFA World Cup as they take on Group D leaders Croatia on Thursday.

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Wilshere confirms Arsenal exit after talks with Emery

Jack Wilshere has announced he is leaving Arsenal after 17 years. The England midfielder has agreed a new deal on reduced terms with the Gunners, but has been forced to look for a new club, after speaking with new manager Unai Emery.

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World Cup 2018: Ifeanyi Udeze hands Rohr list of starting X1 against Iceland

A former Super Eagles left back, Ifeanyi Udeze has handed Super Eagles coach, Gernot Rohr the list of players he should play in Nigeria's next game at the 2018 World Cup in Russia.

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FIFA World Cup 2018: Portugal face Morocco; Uruguay take on Saudi Arabia in Luis Suarez's 100th match

Rostov-on-Don: Cristiano Ronaldo will hone in on Morocco on Wednesday after his stunning hat-trick in Portugal's World Cup opener, while 2010 winners Spain play Iran in Group B. The five-time world player of the year bagged a sublime treble against ...

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Hosts Russia have harnessed World Cup momentum to defy expectations, galvanise a nation

Russia have defied the odds, winning each of their first two games handedly and scoring eight goals. Stanislav Cherchesov is rarely lost for a laconic response and kept a straight face when asked, half an hour after Russia had all but booked their ...

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Senegal Dances Again in the World Cup

In college, I spent a semester abroad in Senegal. I went, as I think many black Americans do, in hopes of forging a connection with the continent that my ancestors had been stripped from several generations ago.

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Russia Suddenly Looks Like it Belongs at its Own World Cup

ST. PETERSBURG, Russia—Two games into its home World Cup, the Russian national team could be forgiven for thinking that hosting the party is always this easy.

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Transfer News: Arsenal announce Leno signing

Both clubs agreed a €25million deal in the past few days and the 26-year-old was announced on Tuesday. “We are very pleased that Bernd Leno will be joining us,” manager Unai Emery said in a statement.

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All eyes on Salah as World Cup hosts take on Egypt

World Cup hosts Russia face an Egypt side buoyed by the likely return of Mohamed Salah on Tuesday knowing a win will all but guarantee a place in the last 16.

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Saudi Football Team Land Safely in Rostov-on-Don After Apparent Engine Fire

Saudi Arabia's national football team landed safely in Rostov-on-Don, Russia on Monday evening, after an apparent engine fire on the plane carrying the players to a World Cup match.

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FOX NEWS: Receptionist sings 'At Last' over intercom on last day of school, goes viral

Receptionist sings 'At Last' over intercom on last day of school, goes viral



“At last, summer break has come along”

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All eyes on Salah as World Cup hosts take on Egypt

World Cup hosts Russia face an Egypt side buoyed by the likely return of star man Mohamed Salah on Tuesday knowing a win will all but guarantee a place in the last 16.

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FOX NEWS: Receptionist sings 'At Last' over intercom on last day of school, goes viral

Receptionist sings 'At Last' over intercom on last day of school, goes viral



“At last, summer break has come along”

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Turkey's president praises Portuguese star Ronaldo

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan praised Portuguese football star Cristiano Ronaldo for his stellar performance against Spain during a 2018 FIFA World Cup match in which he scored a hat-trick to secure a 3-3 draw and the player's support for ...

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