With the World Cup expanding to a massive 104 matches, navigating the "morass of endless football" can feel a bit overwhelming. Thankfully, the Guardian’s chief sports writer, Barney Ronay, has done the heavy lifting. He breaks down the group stage fixtures you absolutely cannot miss - from historic David v Goliath battles to high-stakes political showdowns.
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England (Three Lions)
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England (Three Lions) | 2h ago Oyo demolishes three buildings linked to criminal activity, arms cache
Punch Nigeria
England (Three Lions) | 3h ago Oyo Govt demonishes three buildings linked to criminal activity, arms cache
Vanguard Nigeria
England (Three Lions) | 5h ago Harry Maguire reveals what Tuchel did after excluding him from England squad
Daily Post
England (Three Lions) | 7h ago Three suspected Shilla boys arrested over phone snatching, planned violence Daily Post
Europa League
View AllEuropa League | 8h ago Porous borders fueling terrorism, transnational crimes – Ribadu Vanguard Nigeria
Europa League | 12h ago Japan raises interest rates to highest level in 31 years as energy costs fuel inflation
Business Day
Europa League | 1d ago Bossman Asare resigns as EC Deputy Chair, Samuel Tettey retires — Presidency
Modern Ghana
Europa League | 1d ago From Fuel Stations to Economic Transformation — How Fred Ssenoga, Alice Natukunda and Union Alliance Are Driving Uganda’s Transport Revolution
Watchdog Uganda
Cristiano Ronaldo
View AllCristiano Ronaldo | 14h ago World Cup 2026: ‘I don’t understand it’ – Ronaldo slams Ancelotti over mistake in 1-1 draw with Morocco Daily Post
Cristiano Ronaldo | 1d ago Ronaldo: ‘I’ll like to start’ – Ramos sends message to Portugal boss, Martinez Daily Post
Cristiano Ronaldo | 3d ago World Cup 2026: Rio Ferdinand advises Portugal coach Martinez on how to use Ronaldo Daily Post
Cristiano Ronaldo | 4d ago Cristiano Ronaldo confident as Portugal gear up for World Cup 2026 campaign Business Day
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AFCON 2027
View AllAFCON 2027 | 7d ago McKINSTRY CHARGED TO SECURE AFCON QUALIFICATION
The Standard Gambia
AFCON 2027 | 8d ago MINISTER CONFIDENT STADIUM WILL BE READY FOR AFCON QUALIFIERS The Standard Gambia
AFCON 2027 | 13d ago Commentary: Scorpions set for another historic Afcon journey The Standard Gambia
AFCON 2027 | 19d ago Azeez Targets AFCON Glory With Super Eagles
Complete Sports
NFF
View AllNFF | 7h ago Marseille Lead Race To Sign Super Eagles Forward Complete Sports
NFF | 7h ago NWFL: Abia Angels get commendation for Super Six performance Daily Post
NFF | 10h ago Ex-Super Eagles Striker Simy Set For ‘The Homecoming’ Event To Celebrate Remarkable Saudi Season Complete Sports
NFF | 14h ago Super Eagles: ‘I want to retire’ – Sadiq Umar gives reasons Daily Post
Ligue 1
View AllLigue 1 | 20h ago Tunisia Sack Coach Lamouchi after 5-1 Defeat by Sweden
This Day
Ligue 1 | 1d ago Lamouchi’s future uncertain after Tunisia’s 5-1 W’Cup defeat Punch Nigeria
Ligue 1 | 1d ago Utoto wauzwa kwa Sh2,000 migodini Geita -1
Mwananchi
Ligue 1 | 2d ago Transfer: Barcola decides to leave PSG after interest from Arsenal Daily Post
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Scottish Premiership
View AllCeltic | 47m ago Done Deal: Iheanacho Moves To Danish Club FC Midtylland Complete Sports
Scottish Premiership | 1d ago Edo Queens clinch second NWFL premiership title, secure continental ticket Vanguard Nigeria
Scottish Premiership | 2d ago Edo Queens clinch second NWFL Premiership title
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Scottish Premiership | 2d ago Rangers extend title-winning Illechukwu contract Punch Nigeria