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Portuguese Primeira Liga club SC Braga have completed the signing of Nigerian defender Adebisi Olamikun from Inter Lagos, DAILY POST reports.

The Minho Warriors beat competition from other top clubs in Europe to the signature of the young centre-back.

Olamikun signed a long-term contract with SC Braga.

The 18-year-old played a key role in Inter Lagos’ promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, last season.

The left-footed centre-back is noted for his incredible recovery pace, composure on the ball, and elite aerial presence.

He is expected to start pre-season training with Braga following the completion of the transfer.

Transfer: Portuguese club SC Braga sign Nigerian youngster 

Ubong Williams has sealed a move to Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) outfit Rivers United.
Williams joined the Pride of Rivers on a permanent transfer from Bayelsa United.

The defender left Bayelsa United following the club’s relegation from the NPFL.

Williams featured regularly for the Prosperity Boys last season.

He is expected to compete for a starting role at his new club following Rivers United’s extensive recruitment drive.

Rivers United finished second in the NPFL last season and are strengthening their squad for both domestic and continental campaigns.

The Port Harcourt club are expected to announce more signings in the coming weeks as the 2026/27 season approaches.

NPFL: Ubong Williams moves to Rivers United from Bayelsa United

Venezia director Filippo Antonelli has confirmed talks are at a very advanced stage for Sevilla striker Akor Adams, DAILY POST reports.

Transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano reported on Saturday that Venezia, and Sevilla have agreed on a €16m fee for the Nigeria international.

Antonelli revealed there are some details to be sorted before the transfer is completed.

“I promise that I will tell you everything once it is all closed.The talks are at a very advanced stage, but there are still some final details to work out,” Antonelli told reporters during Sunday’s press conference.

Adams linked up with Sevilla from French club Montpellier €5.5m in January 2025.

The 26-year-old was the Rojiblancos’ top scorer last season. He scored 10 goals with three assists in 32 league appearances.

Transfer: Venezia director confirms Adams deal at advanced stage

Nigeria goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has rejoined South African club Chippa United, DAILY POST reports.

Nwabali left Chippa United in February after requesting that his contract be terminated.

The former Enyimba goal tender has now return to the Chilli Boys after failing to secure a move to another club.

The Eastern Cape outfit confirmed the shot stopper’s return in a statement on their X account on Sunday.

“Chippa United Football Club is delighted to welcome Stanley Nwabali back to the Chilli Boys.After taking time away, Stanley Nwabali returns to the Eastern Cape, and we are pleased to welcome him back to the club,”reads the short statement.

The 30-year-old first joined Chippa United from Katsina United in 2022.

He made 66 league appearances during that stint.

Transfer: Nwabali re-joins Chippa United 

Nasarawa Amazons head coach Christopher Danjuma has attributed his team’s 2026 Women’s President Federation Cup triumph to hard work.

The Amazons beat Heartland Queens 6-5 on penalities to lift the trophy for the third time at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba on Saturday.

The thrilling encounter ended 1-1 in regulation time.

Danjuma said his team fought hard to win the game despite the departure of several key stars.

“It has been hard work and dedication from the management, coaches, and most importantly, the real actors—the players,” Danjuma told the club’s media.

“Despite losing nine or more players to various clubs, we remained focused and determined. We thank God Almighty for this victory.”

President Federation Cup: Danjuma hails Nasarawa Amazons’ win over Heartland Queens

Pape Thiaw has been sacked as Senegal’s head coach, following their exit from the 2026 World Cup.

The Teranga Lions were eliminated by Belgium in the round of 32.

They had lost their opening two Group I fixtures to France and Norway, but a 5-0 thrashing of Iran saw the West Africans qualify as the lowest ranked of the best third-placed teams.

Against Belgium, Senegal went 2-0 up and with five minutes left, they conceded two late goals before losing 3-2 to a late penalty from Youri Tielemans at the end of extra-time.

The Senegal Football Federation, in a statement on Sunday, explained that the decision to fire Thiaw came after a thorough evaluation of the sporting results and prospects of the national team.

The statement read: “The Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) informs the public that following the meeting of the Executive Committee held this Saturday July 11 2026, it was decided to initiate a procedure to terminate the functions of the national coach, Mr Pape Thiaw, as well as his entire technical staff.

“This decision comes after the elimination of the Senegal national team in the round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

“After a thorough evaluation of the sporting results and prospects of the national team, the Executive Committee deemed it necessary to initiate this procedure in the best interests of Senegalese football.”

2026 World Cup: Senegal sack Thiaw as manager

FIFA has confirmed that France captain, Kylian Mbappe, is leading Argentina’s Lionel Messi in the race to win the Golden Boot at the 2026 World Cup.

The world football governing body made the clarification in a statement on Sunday.

Both Mbappe and Messi have scored the same number of goals (8) ahead of the semi-finals.

But Mbappe has the edge as he has provided three assists, while Messi has one.

Norway striker, Erling Haaland, who has been eliminated scored seven times.

England duo of Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane are tied on six goals and one assist each.

“If two or more players score the same number of goals, the number of assists (as determined by the members of the FIFA Technical Study Group) shall be decisive,” FIFA’s statement read.

“If two or more players are still equal after taking into account the number of assists, the total minutes played in the tournament will be taken into account, with the player playing fewer minutes ranked first.”

2026 World Cup: FIFA releases statement on Golden Boot race between Mbappe, Messi

Victor Osimhen has rejoined his Galatasaray teammates for pre-season training after he was granted special leave by the Turkish Super Lig champions.

Osimhen was given a special leave to join the squad a few days late.

The session took place at the club’s Kemerburgaz Metin Oktay Facilities, under the direction of head coach Okan Buruk.

The Yellow and Reds will head to Austria for a training tour on Thursday, 23 August, where they will play two friendly matches.

Buruk’s side will face Monza in the first friendly the following day.

They will round up their tour with another friendly against Italian club Venezia on Monday, 27 July.

Osimhen played a key role in Galatasaray’s title success last season, contributing 15 goals, and five assists in 22 league appearances.

Turkey: Osimhen rejoins Galatasaray for pre-season training

Former Sweden striker, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, has hit out at Noni Madueke while also hailing Jude Bellingham after England’s World Cup quarter-final 2-1 win against Norway on Saturday.

Ibrahimovic said Madueke made the wrong decision during the encounter against Norway, as he also lauded Bellingham, insisting that the Real Madrid midfielder was the most active player for Thomas Tuchel’s side.

“Jude Bellingham has been the most active player for England,” Ibrahimovic told Fox Sports.

“But I think they are playing with one player less so far, Madueke has been on the pitch, I have to say. Every time he gets the ball, he makes the wrong decision, and he’s walking on the pitch.

“If I am Tuchel, I change him because he’s done nothing this first 45.

“Even the hydration break didn’t help him. He’s played, but he’s not started every game; they [England] started with one guy less.”

Bellingham’s brace ensured England eliminated Norway from the competition to set up a semi-final clash against England.

World Cup: He makes wrong decision – Zlatan Ibrahimovic attacks Madueke, hails Bellingham

Norway striker, Erling Haaland, has identified the team he is supporting to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup trophy, following his country’s elimination. 

The striker played for the Vikings as they faced a 2-1 defeat against England in the quarter-finals of the competition.

After the match against England in Miami, Haaland addressed journalists and was inquired about his thoughts on his Manchester City teammates, given that the Three Lions are now in contention for the title. 

He expressed his hope for Thomas Tuchel’s side’s success, noting that his English heritage meant he received a Three Lions jersey before he ever owned a Norway shirt as a child.

He said, “Yeah why not? I think I have a few City lads in England and in France and in Spain so of course I want England to do well. I’ve been supporting I think I got an England jersey before I got the Norway jersey when I was young, so of course I want England to do well because it’s a nice country and a nice T-shirt!”

Norway made history by reaching the quarter-finals of the tournament for the first time, having defeated Brazil in the Round of 16. Erling Haaland was instrumental in his team’s achievements, netting seven goals in his initial four matches in the competition.

However, they were unable to surpass the Three Lions in their quarter-final encounter in Miami, losing 2-1 after initially taking the lead. Jude Bellingham scored both goals for England, securing their place in the semi-finals, where they will face Argentina for a chance to reach the final.

Haaland’s scoring streak concludes as Norway exits the FIFA World Cup. The 25-year-old participated in five matches for his team, scoring seven goals during their deepest run in the tournament.

Andreas Schjelderup opened the scoring for Norway, but a brace from Jude Bellingham allowed the Three Lions to claim victory after extra time. 

World Cup: ‘I want them to do well’ – Haaland names choice for trophy after Norway’s exit