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Top US Diplomat Criticizes FIFA Armband Threat at World Cup

No player wore the “One Love” armbands Monday though seven European teams had planned to wear them.

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Ronaldo to Leave Manchester United with ‘Immediate Effect’

"Cristiano Ronaldo is to leave Manchester United by mutual agreement, with immediate effect," said a United statement.

2 years ago

Bale Salvages 1-1 Draw for Wales against US in World Cup

Tim Weah, a son of former FIFA Player of the Year and current Liberian President George Weah, scored the opener…

2 years ago

European Teams Abandon Plan to Wear Armbands at World Cup

“As national federations we can't put our players in a position where they could face sporting sanctions, including bookings.”

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European World Cup Teams to Defy FIFA in Armband Standoff

FIFA wants seven European soccer federations to back down from allowing their captains to wear “One Love” armbands

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World Cup 2022: Fifa President Gianni Infantino Accuses West of ‘Hypocrisy’

Switzerland-born Infantino said European nations should apologise for acts committed in their own histories, rather than migrant worker issues in…

2 years ago

Nigerians Warned against Breaking Rules of Host Country at World Cup

"Embassy wishes to state unequivocally that the special world cup visa called Hayya card cannot and will not be changed…

2 years ago

Djokovic Made to Work by Medvedev in Turin Thriller

Djokovic rallied back from a break down to earn his 40th tour-level win of the season after three hours and…

2 years ago

World Cup Organizers to Ban Alcoholic Beer Sales at Stadiums

The decision comes only two days before games start in Qatar.

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Portugal Thrash Super Eagles 4-0 in Lisbon

Emmanuel Dennis failed from the penalty spot in the 80th minute while the game was still 2-0.

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