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July 12, 2026

World Cup: Argentina overcome Switzerland 3-1 after extra time

Argentina advanced into the World Cup semifinals, keeping alive their pursuit of another global title.

Argentina Switzerland
July 12, 2026

Bellingham brace fires England into 2026 World Cup semifinal

The final whistle confirmed England’s place in the semi-finals, where they will meet either Argentina or Switzerland.

England vs Norway
July 11, 2026

Klopp agrees to replace Nagelsmann as Germany coach

Nagelsmann resigned last week as the men’s national team coach following Germany’s shocking exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

July 11, 2026

South Africa’s Jayden Adams dies shortly after returning from World Cup

Adams played three matches at the World Cup in North America as South Africa reached the knockout round.

Bafana Bafana midfielder Jayden Adams
July 11, 2026

Spain beat Belgium 2-1, face France in World Cup semi-finals Tuesday

The European champions move on to the semi-finals against back-to-back finalists France on Tuesday at Dallas Stadium.

Spain beat Belgium
July 10, 2026

Spanish researcher names newly-discovered mollusk species after Cape Verde’s World Cup hero Vozinha

Vozinha’s display in the country’s goalless draw against Spain powered the goalkeeper to global stardom.

Vozinha
July 10, 2026

Etsu Nupe tells Nigerian youths to embrace horse racing

The Etsu Nupe urged Nigerian youths to embrace horse racing, describing it as a treasured cultural heritage deserving preservation for future generations.

Renewed Hope Horse Racing Tournament, West African Derby 2026, in Kaduna
July 10, 2026

Nigeria to host 2027 Africa beach volleyball championship

Nigeria secured the hosting rights for the 2027 Africa Beach Volleyball Championship, the National Sports Commission announced on Thursday.

Beach volleyball
July 10, 2026

Mbappe, Dembele score as France beat Morocco 2-0 to reach World Cup semi-finals

Speaking after the match, Mbappe said, “There’s still a long way to go. We know that what’s coming is tougher than what we went through. We are ready for what’s next.”

France vs Morocco
July 9, 2026

Mbappé effigy burning in Paraguay fuels fans’ racism accusations

The decision to burn an effigy of Mbappe did not sit well with many on social media, and they are claiming racism as the motive behind it.

Mbappé effigy