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FIFA Crisis: UEFA Set To Back Down On Boycott Threat 1
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- August 26, 2026
European football nations are reportedly set to abandon their threat to boycott FIFA competitions after receiving assurances from world football governing body FIFA, bringing an immediate end to the standoff between UEFA and FIFA President Gianni Infantino. UEFA had threatened to withdraw European teams from FIFA competitions over concerns about Infantino’s proposal to sell shares
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National Security Threat: DSS, NIA Launch Probe Into NFF Officials 1
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- August 25, 2026
Some senior officials of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) are reportedly being investigated by the Department of State Services (DSS) and the National Intelligence Agency (NIA) over allegations that they worked with foreign interests in activities capable of undermining Nigeria’s national security. US Begins Drone, Tactical Training For Nigerian Troops In Bauchi According to a
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Maradona’s ‘Hand Of God’ Ball Sells For £2.5m At Auction 0
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- August 24, 2026
The football used by Diego Maradona to score his infamous “Hand of God” goal against England at the 1986 FIFA World Cup has sold for £2.5 million ($3.3 million) at auction in the United States. The Adidas Azteca ball was sold by Heritage Auctions on Saturday, with the final price falling significantly short of the
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Tyson Fury Casts Fresh Doubt On Anthony Joshua Fight Over Venue Dispute 0
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- August 21, 2026
Former heavyweight champion Tyson Fury has cast fresh doubt over his long-awaited showdown with fellow British heavyweight Anthony Joshua, claiming the proposed fight may no longer happen because of an unresolved dispute over the venue. How To Get WAEC Certificate Online [Step-by-step Guide] Fury and Joshua had been expected to meet in November in what
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Egypt Head Coach Hassan Collapses While Trying To Stop Fight Between His Wives 0
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- August 20, 2026
CAIRO — Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan reportedly collapsed after a dramatic confrontation between his two wives escalated into a physical altercation at a luxury hotel on Egypt’s North Coast. Tragedy As Over 40 People Die In Sokoto Boat Accident The incident reportedly occurred at a hotel café in Porto Marina, where Hassan was
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EFCC, ICPC Probe ₦12 Billion NFF Players’ Wages Fund 0
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- August 20, 2026
ABUJA — The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) are investigating the management and expenditure of the ₦12 billion Federal Government intervention fund released to the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) for the payment of players’ wages and bonuses. Osun: APC Group Reports Oyetola To
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