The latest football news including: Senegal face must-win clash against Iraq at 2026 FIFA World Cup, Victor Osimhen’s Barcelona move fades as Spanish giants complete Anthony Gordon deal.
Here is today’s round-up of the biggest football stories, brought to you by NigerianMatchday.com.
Teranga Lions need victory and goal swing to have any chance of progression
Senegal’s World Cup campaign is on the brink after a 3-2 defeat to Norway in their second group match.
Sadio Mane and co now face Iraq in Toronto on June 26 needing a win to stand any chance of progressing as one of the best eight third-placed teams.
The Teranga Lions also need to improve their goal difference, which currently stands at minus three.
Captain Mane remains defiant, telling reporters the squad still believe in qualification and will remobilise for the crucial final group fixture.
Category: Match | Source: NigerianMatchday.com
The Nigerian striker remains one of Europe’s most sought-after forwards this summer
Victor Osimhen’s potential move to Barcelona appears to be slipping away after the Spanish champions reportedly agreed a full deal to sign Newcastle winger Anthony Gordon for around 80 million euros.
Galatasaray’s asking price for the Nigerian remains between 100 and 150 million euros, a figure that has deterred several top clubs.
Atletico Madrid are among the clubs still in the running, with reports of a 75 million euro offer on the table.
The 27-year-old striker has been in fine form for Galatasaray and remains one of the most coveted forwards in world football.
Category: Transfer | Source: NigerianMatchday.com
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