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Arsenal 3-1 Southampton: Player Ratings
After a impressive win against PSG in mid-week, Arsenal switched gears to the Premier League to host Southampton, which also served as a homecoming for former goalie, Aaron Ramsdale.  Mikel Arteta had touched on the fitness of some of his key players in his pre-match press conference, and the team selection showed that they were […] The post Arsenal 3-1 Southampton: Player Ratings appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Serie A: Lookman Grabs Assist In Atalanta’s Big Win
Ademola Lookman registered an assist as Atalanta thrashed Genoa 5-1 at the Gewiss Stadium on Saturday. Lookman rolled across for Mateo Retegui to slam home the opening goal from six yards on 24 minutes. The Nigeria international has now scored two goals and provided two assists in four league appearances for Gian Piero Gasperini’s side […] The post Serie A: Lookman Grabs Assist In Atalanta’s Big Win appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Photo: Super Falcons star flaunts Puma kicks as Wizkid shades the brand
Super Falcons and Benfica midfielder Christianah Ucheibe has taken to social media to showcase her Puma shoes,Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigeria international has drawn attention with her new social media post despite recent comments from Nigerian music superstar Ayo Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, who has publicly shaded the brand. The Grammy Award winner recently criticized […]
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‘He’s A Good Player’ — Ejuke Backs Iheanacho To Shine At Sevilla
Chidera Ejuke has backed his international teammate Kelechi Iheanacho to rediscover his best form at the club. Iheanacho joined the Rojiblancos on a free transfer this summer. The Nigeria international is however yet to make a meaningful impact at the LaLiga club. Read Also:NPFL: Lobi Stars End Barren Run, Bendel Insurance Hold El-kanemi Warriors The […] The post ‘He’s A Good Player’ — Ejuke Backs Iheanacho To Shine At Sevilla appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Former Arsenal goalkeeper makes emotional return to the Emirates
Former Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale was moved when he returned to the Emirates Stadium this Saturday. The Southampton goalkeeper had recently made a £25 million move to The Saints this summer. This was in reaction to David Raya’s rise in The Gunners’ ranks. The Spaniard was initially bought in on a loan but ended up […] The post Former Arsenal goalkeeper makes emotional return to the Emirates appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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NPFL: Lobi Stars End Barren Run, Bendel Insurance Hold El-kanemi Warriors
Lobi Stars recorded their first win of the season edging out Shooting Stars 1-0 at the Lafia City Stadium, on Saturday. Samuel Tiza scored the winning goal one minute before the half hour mark. Lobi Stars moved to 15th position on the table following the win. Shooting Stars, who occupy 13th position on the log […] The post NPFL: Lobi Stars End Barren Run, Bendel Insurance Hold El-kanemi Warriors appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Arsenal playmaker’s return from injury remains uncertain
Martin Ødegaard has been out for some time now. The Norwegian has missed six games for Arsenal following an injury to his ankle ligament. Ødegaard picked up the injury with the Norwegian national football team while on international duty this September. This has greatly affected Arsenal’s squad dynamics but Mikel Arteta has got the situation […] The post Arsenal playmaker’s return from injury remains uncertain appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Okoye Helps Udinese Beat Lecce, Move Up To Second
Maduka Okoye was in goal for Udinese who defeated Lecce 1-0 in the Serie A on Saturday. The win took Udinese to second place on 13 points, just three points behind leaders Napoli after seven games. It was Okoye’s seventh appearance in the Italian topflight this season. A Jordan Zemura goal with 15 minutes left […] The post Okoye Helps Udinese Beat Lecce, Move Up To Second appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Done Deal: Kano Pillars Confirm Musa, Abdullahi’s Signing
Kano Pillars have announced the signing of Ahmed Musa and Shehu Abdullahi on a free transfer. The duo have also been included in Sai Masu Gida’s squad for Sunday’s Nigeria Premier Football League encounter against Sunshine Stars. The matchday six encounter will hold at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium. “We can confirm that an agreement in […] The post Done Deal: Kano Pillars Confirm Musa, Abdullahi’s Signing appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Nottingham Forest Coach Provides Positive Update on Ola Aina’s Future
Nottingham Forest head coach, Nuno Espirito Santo, has confirmed that discussions are underway regarding a contract extension for Super Eagles full-back, Ola Aina. The post Nottingham Forest Coach Provides Positive Update on Ola Aina’s Future appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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AFCON 2025 Qualifiers: Osimhen out, Ejuke and Awoniyi return as Eguavoen names 23-man squad for Libya clash
Victor Boniface, Chidera Ejuke, and Ademola Lookman are some of the stars who have been called up by Augustine Eguavoen for Nigeria’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers double-header against Lybia, Soccernet.ng reports. The Super Eagles will continue their fight for a 2025 AFCON ticket later this month, when they take on Lybia in a […]
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AFCON Qualifiers: Eguavoen Recalls Ejuke, Drops Osimhen for Libya Games
Super Eagles head Coach, Augustine Eguavoen has recalled Bright Osayi-Samuel and Chidera Ejuke for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Libya. The post AFCON Qualifiers: Eguavoen Recalls Ejuke, Drops Osimhen for Libya Games appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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AFCON Qualifiers: Eguavoen Recalls Ejuke, Drops Osimhen for Libya Games
Super Eagles head Coach, Augustine Eguavoen has recalled Bright Osayi-Samuel and Chidera Ejuke for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Libya. Ejuke returns to the squad after nearly… The post AFCON Qualifiers: Eguavoen Recalls Ejuke, Drops Osimhen for Libya Games appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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EPL: Iwobi Subbed Off As Man City Edge Fulham 3-2
Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi was in action as Fulham lost 3-2 to Manchester City in Saturday’s Premier League game at the Etihad Stadium. The Nigerian international, who was making his seventh appearances, has netted one goal and bagged one assist this ongoing season. Iwobi was substituted in the 77th minute for Reiss Nelson.   […] The post EPL: Iwobi Subbed Off As Man City Edge Fulham 3-2 appeared first on Complete Sports.
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EPL: Aribo Plays 90 Minutes, Onuachu Subbed On As Southampton Lose To Arsenal
Super Eagles duo of Joe Aribo and Paul Onuachu were in action as Arsenal defeated Southampton 3-1 in Saturday’s Premier League game at the Emirates Stadium. Aribo was making his sixth appearance for the Sotton while Onuachu was making his debut for the team. The lanky striker came on as a substitute for Mateus Fernandes […] The post EPL: Aribo Plays 90 Minutes, Onuachu Subbed On As Southampton Lose To Arsenal appeared first on Complete Sports.
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AFCON 2025Q: Eguavoen Unveils Squad For Libya Double-Header
Head Coach Augustine Eguavoen has called Captain William Ekong, rave-of-the-moment Ademola Lookman, in-form winger Moses Simon and 20 other players for this month’s home-and-away 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying battle with the Mediterranean Knights of Libya. Wing-backs Olaoluwa Aina and Bruno Onyemaechi are included, as well as goalkeepers Stanley Nwabali and Maduka Okoya, defenders […] The post AFCON 2025Q: Eguavoen Unveils Squad For Libya Double-Header appeared first on Complete Sports.
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EPL: Ndidi In Action As Leicester City Pip Bournemouth
Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi was solid in the midfield as Leicester City defeated Bournemouth 1-0 in Saturday’s Premier League game. The Nigerian international who was making his seventh appearances for the Foxes, has bagged four assists this ongoing season.   Read Also: Boniface Bags 4th League Goal In Leverkusen’s Home Draw Leicester City took the […] The post EPL: Ndidi In Action As Leicester City Pip Bournemouth appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Super Eagles star valued at N72 billion on the radar of Tottenham, Liverpool, and Man City
Scouts from Premier League heavyweights Manchester City, Liverpool, Tottenham Hotspur, and Newcastle United were recently spotted at Atalanta’s 3-0 Champions League win over Shakhtar Donetsk, with their focus firmly set on Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman, Soccernet.ng understands. According to TBR Football, the English clubs are closely monitoring Lookman as a potential transfer target ahead of […]
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Boniface Bags 4th League Goal In Leverkusen’s Home Draw
Victor Boniface bagged his fourth goal in the Bundesliga this season as Bayer Leverkusen surrendered a 2-0 lead to draw 2-2 against visiting Holstein Kiel on Saturday. Boniface opened the scoring in the 4th minute off an assist from Exequiel Palacios. Just four minutes after Bonitace’s opener Jonas Hofmann got on the score sheet to […] The post Boniface Bags 4th League Goal In Leverkusen’s Home Draw appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Atalanta’s Ademola Lookman reminds me of Italy great Di Natale – Cesare Prandelli
Former Atalanta and Genoa coach Cesare Prandelli has drawn a striking comparison between Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman and Italian football legend Antonio Di Natale, Soccernet.ng reports. Lookman, who joined Atalanta in 2022, has been in outstanding form since his arrival, earning the club’s Player of the Season award in his debut campaign. His influence was pivotal […]
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Boniface strikes again but Bayer Leverkusen fall apart against Holstein Kiel
Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface scored for Bayer Leverkusen, but his effort was not enough as they succumbed to a 2-2 draw against Holstein Kiel at Bay Arena, Soccernet.ng reports. After scoring in midweek against AC Milan, Boniface returned to action for Bayer Leverkusen in their Bundesliga game against newly-promoted side Holstein Kiel. The visitors […]
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Arsenal might miss six senior team players against Southampton
Arsenal face Southampton today at the Emirates Stadium as The Gunners continue their unbeaten streak in the Premier League this season. After a series of important clashes following the international break, Arsenal came out unscathed and now they continue their journey against The Saints at home. Stats-wise, The Gunners are in the right direction but […] The post Arsenal might miss six senior team players against Southampton appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Premier League: Liverpool Beat Palace Away To Maintain Top Spot
Diogo Jota scored the decisive goal as Liverpool defeated Crystal Palace 1-0 to maintain top spot on the Premier League table. Palace had a goal ruled out for offside after 30 seconds with Eddie Nketiah caught in an offside position. Liverpool took the lead with their first real attack of the game in the ninth […] The post Premier League: Liverpool Beat Palace Away To Maintain Top Spot appeared first on Complete Sports.
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NFF Assembly Approves N17.6 Billion Budget, Calls for Grassroots Football Development
The Nigeria Football Federation has approved a proposed budget of N17.6 billion for 2025, as the federation prepares for a busy year ahead. The post NFF Assembly Approves N17.6 Billion Budget, Calls for Grassroots Football Development appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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7 Most Influential Nigerian Footballers
Football is a religion, surely a cliche you might say, but in Nigeria it's a mantra that the fans commit to heart - it's our religion. The post 7 Most Influential Nigerian Footballers appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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“He wants to score goals” – Europe’s best dribbler backs ex-Leicester City man Iheanacho to shine at Sevilla
Sevilla winger Chidera Ejuke has voiced his support for teammate Kelechi Iheanacho, who has endured a difficult start to life in Spain following his summer move from Leicester City, Soccernet.ng reports. Both Ejuke and Iheanacho joined Sevilla on free transfers, with Ejuke coming from Antwerp and Iheanacho departing Leicester after a long spell with the […]
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Arsenal renew interest in ₦138 billion-rated Super Eagles striker
Former English Premier League champions Arsenal could attempt to sign Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen from Napoli in January, Soccernet.ng reports. Osimhen’s future has continued to dominate the news despite joining Galatasaray in the summer transfer window. Before making that move, the 25-year-old Nigerian striker had been linked with top European clubs like Chelsea, PSG, […]
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NPFL: Shooting Stars Target Win Against Lobi Stars In Lafia
Shooting Stars have shifted their focus to the matchday five fixture against Lobi Stars following the 1-0 loss Bendel Insurance in midweek. The Oluyole Warriors were undone by a late goaldespite dominating the encounter at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin City. Apparently unhappy with the undeserved defeat to Insurance, the team is prepared to make […] The post NPFL: Shooting Stars Target Win Against Lobi Stars In Lafia appeared first on Complete Sports.
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What Guardiola said of Iwobi ahead of Man City’s clash with Fulham will excite Eguavoen pre-Libya
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has praised Alex Iwobi ahead of their Premier League clash with Fulham on Saturday, Soccernet.ng reports. The City manager acknowledged the Nigerian winger’s impressive form as Fulham travel to the Etihad Stadium, fresh off an excellent start to the season. Fulham, currently sixth in the Premier League, have collected 11 […]
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Nottingham forest boss gives positive update on Ola Aina’s contract extension
Nottingham Forest head coach, Nuno Espirito Santo, has revealed talks about a contract extension for Super Eagles full back, Ola Aina, is in the works, Soccernet.ng reports. The 27-year-old joined Nottingham Forest on a free deal from Torino in 2022, penning a one year contract with the option to extend for another year. The extension […]
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Nottingham Forest Boss Wants Aina To Sign New Contract
Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo has expressed his desire to see Ola Aina remain at the club. Aina signed a one-year contract extension this summer which will expire at the end of the season. The Tricky Trees are yet to open talks with the Nigeria international over an extension. There are are reports the […] The post Nottingham Forest Boss Wants Aina To Sign New Contract appeared first on Complete Sports.
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“It’s exciting” – Sevilla star Ejuke thrilled to outshine Yamal, Vinicius, Mbappé among Europe’s best dribblers
Nigerian winger Chidera Ejuke has expressed his excitement at leading the dribbling charts across Europe’s top five leagues this season, Soccernet.ng reports. The 26-year-old, now plying his trade at Sevilla, has completed 23 successful dribbles, surpassing the likes of Barcelona’s young prodigy Lamine Yamal. In addition to Ejuke’s achievement, fellow Nigerian Moses Simon, currently in […]
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‘I Hope To Go Back Soon’ — Tammy Abraham Keen To Visit Nigeria Again
AC Milan forward Tammy Abraham has expressed his desire to visit Nigeria again. Abraham was born in Camberwell , Greater London, to Nigerian parents. The 27-year-old was approached by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) in 2017, but he opted to represent the Three Lions of England. Upon receiving his first England call-up in November 2017, […] The post ‘I Hope To Go Back Soon’ — Tammy Abraham Keen To Visit Nigeria Again appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Arsenal Close To Signing 17-Year-Old Paraguayan Left-back
Arsenal are reportedly close to completing the signing of Paraguay 17-year-old exciting left-back Diego León, from Cerro Porteño. Leon has attracted attention from several clubs, but it’s the Gunners that has progressed furthest in securing his services. León made his debut for Cerro Porteño in August 2024 and has since played 12 games across the […] The post Arsenal Close To Signing 17-Year-Old Paraguayan Left-back appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Ballon d’Or Nominee Ademola Lookman Committed to Elevating His Game
Forward Ademola Lookman says he's focused on improving his game, despite his impressive form this season. The post Ballon d’Or Nominee Ademola Lookman Committed to Elevating His Game appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Juventus To Terminate Pogba’s Contract Despite Reduction In Drug Ban
Juventus expected to initiate proceedings to terminate Paul Pogba’s contract prematurely once the official reduction of his four-year ban for doping his announced. Pogba’s ban has been unexpectedly reduced to 18 months on appeal, allowing the midfielder to resume training in January and potentially return to competitive play by March 2025. This surprising development has […] The post Juventus To Terminate Pogba’s Contract Despite Reduction In Drug Ban appeared first on Complete Sports.
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