
Riyad Mahrez Announces Retirement from International Football After World Cup Exit
Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez has retired from international football following his team's 2-0 defeat to Switzerland in the 2026 World Cup round of 32.
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Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez has retired from international football following his team's 2-0 defeat to Switzerland in the 2026 World Cup round of 32.

Nigeria is pursuing compensation for property left behind by its citizens following protests linked to illegal immigration in South Africa, as Pretoria pledges an 'orderly' response.

Switzerland secured their first World Cup knockout stage victory in 88 years, defeating Algeria 2-0 in Vancouver. Goals from Ndoye and Embolo sealed the historic result.

Spain delivered a dominant performance to defeat Austria 3-0, securing their spot in the Round of 16 at the FIFA 2026 World Cup.

Pitso Mosimane is being strongly backed as the next head coach of Bafana Bafana, as calls grow for Hugo Broos to step down following the team's recent international campaigns.

The Federal Government has secured 1,721 convictions for terrorism and related offences since launching its mass trial programme in 2017, marking a significant milestone in the country's counterterrorism efforts.

A Nigerian court has granted Peter Obi leave to serve Kenneth Okonkwo with court documents by substituted means in a ₦8 billion defamation lawsuit. Okonkwo denies receiving the documents and questions the suit's legitimacy.

England advanced to the World Cup final after South Africa's lower batting order collapsed, mirroring their previous losses to Australia and Pakistan.

Spain advanced to the World Cup last 16 with a dominant 3-0 victory over Austria, powered by a brace from Mikel Oyarzabal and a Pedro Porro header.

Mikel Oyarzabal scored the opening goal as Spain faced Austria in a round of 32 World Cup match in Los Angeles. Marc Cucurella's effort was disallowed for a foul on goalkeeper Alexander Schlager.

Nigeria's D'Tigers opened their FIBA World Cup 2027 African Qualifiers campaign with an 84-81 victory over Tunisia, marking a successful debut for head coach David Fizdale.

Tottenham Hotspur are poised to sign Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United in a deal that will break their transfer record for the second time this week.

Manchester City have signed Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest for £116 million, setting a new British transfer record, according to Naija News and Al Jazeera.

A Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned Nollywood actor Emeka Ike's N10 billion fundamental rights suit against INEC and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike's media aide Lere Olayinka until July 22.

Everton have signed midfielder Hayden Hackney from Middlesbrough for a fee of at least £16 million, bolstering their squad ahead of the new Premier League season.