Sport writer and analyst
Tomi Igeleke
Writing for VAVEL since 2026. Publishes in the VAVEL UK edition. Coverage centres on 2026 FIFA World Cup. 15 published articles on VAVEL.
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Chelsea’s 6-3 comeback showed their attacking power, but Alonso still has defensive issues to solve....
Saka’s winner earned Arsenal six points from two games, but their attack still has work to do despite another clean sheet....
Liverpool twice came from behind to draw 2-2 with Forest. Munoz scored on debut but defensive and midfield problems remain under Iraola....
Enzo Maresca’s Man City came from behind to beat Bournemouth 2-1 as Rayan Cherki’s assists sparked a late turnaround in his debut....
Tottenham was dismantled 3-0 by Brentford as poor chemistry, weak midfield and defensive frailties were ruthlessly exposed....
Arsenal agree a £34m deal for winger Christos Tzolis, with further high-profile attacking signings still planned....
Norway fell 2-1 to England in extra time after a late goalkeeping error and VAR drama ended their World Cup run in the quarter-finals....
Egypt shocked Argentina with a 2-0 lead before fatigue, injuries and a late Messi-inspired comeback sealed a 3-2 win for the defending champions....
Ghana exited the 2026 World Cup after a 1-0 loss to Colombia, as a toothless attack and historical struggles against South American sides cost th...
A breakdown of Algeria's 2-0 World Cup exit against Switzerland, focusing on Petkovic's errors and defensive flaws....
A late collapse and a controversial VAR penalty cost Senegal a spot in the round of 16 after they led Belgium 2-0....
Ivory Coast crashed out of the World Cup as clinical Norway punished the Elephants 2-1 despite Amad Diallo's late heroics....
Canada's late winner breaks South African hearts after a brave defensive display ends Bafana Bafana historic World Cup run...
Algeria reach the last 16 after a chaotic 3-3 draw with Austria, driven by Mahrez magic but plagued by clear defensive flaws....
Ivory Coast makes history by reaching the World Cup knockout stage for the first time after a dominant 2-0 win over Curacao....
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