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Ranchers Bees have parted ways with their striker Kabiru Salisu, DAILY POST reports.

The Bees failed to reach a an agreement on a new  contract renewal with the forward.

Ranchers Bees expressed gratitude to the players for his dedication throughout his time at the club.

“As your journey with Ranchers Bees comes to an end, we want to thank you for your dedication, commitment, and everything you gave to this badge,” Ranchers Bees wrote on their social media handle.

“Although we couldn’t reach an agreement on a contract renewal, we sincerely appreciate your hard work and professionalism throughout your time with us.”

Salisu played a pivotal role in Ranchers Bees promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL last season.

NPFL: Ranchers Bees part ways with star striker 

Niger Tornadoes have fortified their technical crew with the appointment of new assistant coaches, DAILY POST reports.

The new assistants will support newly appointed technical adviser Kabiru Dogo.

Dogo will be assisted by Umar Tyabo, who will serve as chief coach.

ibraheem Mutiullahi Okikiola and Umar Hussaini will also work with the new technical adviser.

Okikiola will serve as first assistant, while Hussaini will take up the role of second assistant.

Niger Tornadoes will intensify preparations for the new season in the coming days.

NPFL: Niger Tornadoes fortify technical crew with new appointments 

Morocco playmaker, Brahim Diaz, has said he wants to face France in the quarter-final of the 2026 World Cup.

Diaz provided two assists as the Atlas Lions beat co-hosts Canada 2-0 to qualify for the next round.

The Real Madrid midfielder is now eager to come up against some of his club team-mates in the tournament.

““It’s better if France qualify, because then I will face my teammates at Real Madrid,” Diaz told Cope.

Diaz plays alongside Kylian Mbappe and Aurelien Tchouameni at the LaLiga club.

He has also become the African player with most assists in a single World Cup campaign, with four assists in five matches, only second behind Michael Olise.

2026 World Cup: Brahim Diaz names team he wants Morocco to play in quarter-final

Former Sweden striker, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, has hit out at Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo amid the ongoing FIFA World Cup.

The former Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain star claimed that Ronaldo’s ego is holding Roberto Martinez’s side hostage.

According to Ibrahimovic, Ronaldo’s role in Portugal’s starting lineup isn’t legendary leadership, adding that the 41-year-old has lost his touch and mobility.

He also reckons Goncalo Ramos should lead Portugal’s attack after he came off the bench to score the winner during their 2-1 win over Croatia in the Round of 32.

“Portugal fans could have expected what’s happening. You can’t expect to win anything in 2026 with a 41-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo leading the attack,” Ibrahimovic told Fox Sports.

“Especially since Ramos is on the bench, having come on and scored. This isn’t ‘legendary leadership.’ It’s the ego that’s holding the team hostage.

“Ronaldo has lost his touch and mobility. Continuing to start him is pure nostalgia-driven madness.”

Ronaldo has scored three goals so far for Portugal at the World Cup and he will hope to lead his nation to victory when they face Spain be back in action in the  Round of 16 on Monday.

World Cup 2026: ‘Your ego is holding Portugal hostage’ – Zlatan Ibrahimovic slams Ronaldo

Morocco has become the first country to book their place in the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup.

The Atlas Lions beat co-hosts Canada 3-0 on Saturday evening, to seal their place in the last eight.

The first half of the match ended goalless, with Jesse Marsch’s men causing all sorts of trouble for the Africans.

But Azzedine Ounahi scored a second-half brace, before Soufiane Rahimi added a late third to seal victory.

Morocco are one of the two African countries that qualified for the Round of 16 along with Egypt.

They will now face either France or Paraguay in the next round.

2026 World Cup: Morocco beat Canada, become first team to qualify for quarter-final

Former Liverpool manager, Jurgen Klopp, has confirmed he is ready to become the new head coach of Germany.

Julian Nagelsmann has already left the role after a poor outing at the 2026 World Cup.

Klopp is now set to replace Nagelsmann, stating he is ready to return to management.

Speaking in New York while working as a pundit for Magenta TV, Klopp said: “Julian has stepped down and the [federation] is working on the succession and has approached me in the course of those considerations.

“About two years ago I stopped at Liverpool and said that I lacked the energy for another job or for another year with Liverpool.

“Since then I’m more than recharged, I’m ready.”

I’m ready – Klopp confirms next managerial job

Central African Republic goalkeeper, Alladoum Kolimba is attracting interest from Katsina United, DAILY POST reports.

Kolimba left Remo Stars at the end of last season following the expiration of his contract.

The veteran shot stopper played for Katsina United in 2023.

Kolimba recorded 16 clean sheets in 36 appearances for the Chanji Boys ,and earned multiple Man of the Match awards during the stint.

According to reports, Katsina United are keen for a goalkeeping reinforcement ahead of the 2026-27 season.

Nine-time Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, champions Enyimba are also reportedly showing interest in the goalkeeper.

NPFL: Enyimba, Katsina United target CAR goalkeeper Kolimba

Wikki Tourists have appointed Bala Abubakar as their new technical adviser, DAILY POST reports.

The Bauchi Elephants unveiled Abubakar in Bauchi on Saturday

The young tactician holds a CAF B Licence and brings extensive coaching experience to Wikki Tourists.

Abubakar has previously managed Lobi Stars, Niger Tornadoes, Katsina United and Doma United.

Wikki Tourists expressed optimism in the technical knowledge of the young tactician as they gear up for the of the 2026/27 Nigeria National League, NNL campaign. 

The Bauchi club will be seeking promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, next season.

NPFL: Wikki Tourists appoint Bala Abubakar new technical adviser

Flamingos head coach, Akeem Busari is optimistic his side will secure a berth at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, DAILY POST reports.

Nigeria will battle neighbours Benin Republic for a place in the competition which will be hosted by Morocco later in the year.

The first leg is slated for the Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne on Saturday (today).

Benin Republic will host the reverse fixture at the Stade de Kegue, Lome next weekend.

Busari guided the Flamingos to a 11-0 aggregate victory over Guinea in the previous round.

The former Shooting Stars gaffer is upbeat his team will maintain their impressive run in the qualifiers.

“Everybody really wants to be part of the competition proper, and Nigeria being a consistent contender, it’s going to a tough game,” Busari said ahead of the game.

“I believe they are prepared, and we are prepared as well. The 90 minutes here is going to be very important. I believe we are going to carry the day by God’s grace.”

The winner on aggregate win earns a place at the World Cup.

U-17 WWCQ: Busari upbeat Flamingos will overcome Benin Republic

Argentina head coach, Lionel Scaloni, has made an honest admission about Cape Verde following both sides’ World Cup Round of 32 encounter.

Scaloni watched as Argentina defeated Cape Verde 3-2 to progress to the Round of 16 stage earlier today.

Scaloni’s side will now face Egypt in their next fixture on Tuesday.

Speaking at his post-match interview after the game, Scaloni admitted that the Blue Sharks proved that they are a great team after Argentina narrowly won.

“A really tough match, you always have to focus on the positives. This team never gives up,” Scaloni said.

“And I have to give credit to our opponents— the truth is, when people say there’s no such thing as an easy opponent, today [Cabo Verde] proved they’re a great team.

“And I will take away the contribution from everyone. The truth is, everyone finished really tired, because they gave it their all.”

World Cup 2026: Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni makes honest confession about Cape Verde