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Gattuso leaves Italy after World Cup failure as Azzurri crisis deepens

Gennaro Gattuso has left his role as Italy head coach after the Azzurri failed to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, extending the country’s collapse into a wider leadership crisis that has already claimed Gabriele Gravina and Gianluigi Buffon.

Arsenal lose Madueke for Southampton tie as Odegaard and Timber near return

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Arsenal will be without Noni Madueke for Saturday’s FA Cup quarter-final against Southampton, though Martin Odegaard and Jurrien Timber could return as Mikel Arteta manages a squad hit by injuries and fitness concerns.

Chelsea drop Enzo Fernandez for two games after future comments

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Chelsea have dropped Enzo Fernandez for two matches after the midfielder publicly cast doubt on his future at Stamford Bridge, with manager Liam Rosenior saying the comments crossed a line for the club.

De Zerbi apologises to Tottenham fans over Greenwood comments

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Roberto De Zerbi has apologised to Tottenham Hotspur supporters after backlash over comments he made about Mason Greenwood during his time at Marseille resurfaced following his appointment as Spurs head coach.

NFF appoints Akeem Busari as new Flamingos coach

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The NFF has appointed Akeem Busari as the new Flamingos head coach ahead of Nigeria’s push for a place at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. He replaces Bankole Olowookere, who led the team to bronze in 2022.

NFF Electoral Committee inauguration sets stage for September 26 vote in Lafia

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The NFF has inaugurated its Electoral Committee and Electoral Appeals Committee ahead of the federation’s 2026-2030 Executive Committee elections, with officials promising a fair process and confirming September 26 in Lafia as voting day. The move shifts attention from routine administration to the power structure that will shape Nigerian football’s next leadership cycle for the sport.

Odinkalu claims INEC chairman under pressure, alleges pre-signed resignation letter amid ADC crisis

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Odinkalu claims INEC chairman under pressure through an alleged pre-signed resignation letter, intensifying debate around the ADC crisis. The unverified allegation emerged after INEC suspended recognition of ADC leadership factions, raising questions about electoral independence, institutional integrity, and the broader political implications as Nigeria moves toward the 2027 general elections.

INEC suspends ADC leadership recognition, opposition warns of threat to 2027 elections

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INEC suspends ADC leadership recognition following a Court of Appeal directive, triggering a political storm as opposition figures accuse the commission of yielding to pressure. The move halts engagement with all party factions and raises fresh concerns over electoral neutrality, judicial interpretation, and the integrity of Nigeria’s democratic process ahead of the 2027 elections.

Super Eagles stay 26th in latest FIFA ranking as March results bring mixed points return

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The Super Eagles have remained 26th in the latest FIFA men’s ranking after a March window that brought both gains and losses. Nigeria beat Iran and drew with Jordan, but the mixed return was not enough to change their global position.

Super Eagles line up Poland and Portugal friendlies as Chelle’s next test takes shape

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The Super Eagles will face Poland and Portugal in June friendlies after the NFF confirmed a two-match test window that follows Nigeria’s Unity Cup title defence in May. For Eric Chelle, the value is not just the fixtures themselves, but what they reveal about his team against stronger World Cup-bound opposition.

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Gattuso leaves Italy after World Cup failure as Azzurri crisis deepens

Arsenal lose Madueke for Southampton tie as Odegaard and Timber near return

Chelsea drop Enzo Fernandez for two games after future comments

De Zerbi apologises to Tottenham fans over Greenwood comments

NFF appoints Akeem Busari as new Flamingos coach

NFF Electoral Committee inauguration sets stage for September 26 vote in Lafia

Odinkalu claims INEC chairman under pressure, alleges pre-signed resignation letter amid ADC crisis

INEC suspends ADC leadership recognition, opposition warns of threat to 2027 elections

Super Eagles stay 26th in latest FIFA ranking as March results bring mixed points return

Super Eagles line up Poland and Portugal friendlies as Chelle’s next test takes shape