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Super Falcons, Adegbuyi, Akekoromowei, Uzoma Nominated For 2026 CAF Awards
Nigeria’s Super Falcons, Falconets duo Christiana Uzoma and Janet Akekoromowei as well as Flamingos star Oluwakemi Adegbuyi have been nominated in the women’s category of the 2026 CAF Awards. CAF released the shortlists on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, ahead of the awards ceremony scheduled for Monday, December 7, 2026 in Lagos, Nigeria. The Super Falcons [...] The post Super Falcons, Adegbuyi, Akekoromowei, Uzoma Nominated For 2026 CAF Awards appeared first on Complete Sports.
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2026 U-17 WWC: Brazil Coach Rilany Warns Flamingos Will Be Tough To Beat
Brazil U-17 women’s head coach, Rilany Silva, has admitted that her side faces a difficult challenge against Nigeria’s Flamingos in the semi-finals of the ongoing 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. The South Americans are scheduled to face Nigeria on Wednesday night as both teams battle for a place in the final. The Flamingos began [...] The post 2026 U-17 WWC: Brazil Coach Rilany Warns Flamingos Will Be Tough To Beat appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Spanish Player Dies After Collision With Equatorial Guinea International Goalkeeper In League Game
Tenerife striker Jesus de Miguel has died after the 30-year-old suffered a serious injury during a Spanish second-division match. The forward suffered head and chest injuries during a match against FC Andorra on Monday, in a heavy collision with Equatorial Guinea international goalkeeper Jesus Owono, who was sent off for his challenge. De Miguel’s condition [...] The post Spanish Player Dies After Collision With Equatorial Guinea International Goalkeeper In League Game appeared first on Complete Sports.
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UCL: Aston Villa Captain Dreams Big Ahead Of Blockbuster Barcelona Clash
Aston Villa captain John McGinn has voiced his excitement ahead of Tuesday’s UEFA Champions League showdown against Barcelona at Camp Nou, insisting his side is determined to claim all three points in the high-profile fixture. Unai Emery’s side arrives in Spain boasting a perfect Champions League record, having secured victories over Club Brugge, Fenerbahçe, and [...] The post UCL: Aston Villa Captain Dreams Big Ahead Of Blockbuster Barcelona Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Finidi George: ‘They should not complain’ after Rangers draw
Rivers United coach Finidi George said Rangers got a draw and should not complain, and that he was not pleased with their time-wasting in the 1-1 NPFL game.
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Is The Turkish League The New Haven For Nigerian Football Talents?
From the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) to the Turkish Süper Lig, Turkey is becoming an increasingly attractive destination for Nigerian football talent. In this video, we explore why Nigerian football players are looking towards Turkish football, how the Süper Lig offers opportunities for African players, and why Turkish clubs have become an interesting destination [...] The post Is The Turkish League The New Haven For Nigerian Football Talents? appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Report: Fulham, Palace eye Nwaiwu, but Trabzonspor wanted €30m+
Fulham and Crystal Palace are reportedly watching Trabzonspor defender Chibuike Nwaiwu ahead of January, but the Turkish club reportedly wanted €30m to €35m.
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‘Certainly Possible’ — Ten Hag Warns Man Utd Could Be Relegated
Erik ten Hag has warned that Manchester United being relegated from the Premier League this season is “certainly possible” after his former side slipped to 17th in the table on Saturday. Only United’s goal difference has United out of the drop zone after they suffered a 2-0 defeat to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Saturday [...] The post ‘Certainly Possible’ — Ten Hag Warns Man Utd Could Be Relegated appeared first on Complete Sports.
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AFCON 2027Q: Tanzania To Storm Uyo Sunday For Super Eagles Showdown
Tanzania’s Taifa Stars are expected to arrive in Uyo on Sunday as preparations intensify for their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying encounter against Nigeria’s Super Eagles. According to The Citizen, the early arrival will give head coach Miguel Gamondi sufficient time to prepare his team ahead of the crucial Matchday Three fixture. Gamondi has [...] The post AFCON 2027Q: Tanzania To Storm Uyo Sunday For Super Eagles Showdown appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Maikaba Confirms Bayelsa United In Peak Condition Ahead Of NNL Opener Against Abia Comets
Bayelsa United Technical Adviser Abdul Maikaba has declared his side fully prepared to secure an immediate return to the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) following an impressive preseason campaign ahead of the 2026/27 Nigeria National League (NNL) season. Maikaba’s remarks came on the heels of a dominant 4–1 friendly victory over Ogunbor United FA of [...] The post Maikaba Confirms Bayelsa United In Peak Condition Ahead Of NNL Opener Against Abia Comets appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Umar Sadiq scores six minutes after coming on for Valencia
Super Eagles striker Umar Sadiq scored the only goal in Valencia's 1-0 win over Elche, six minutes after coming on in his return from a two-month injury.
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TENNIS: Nigeria’s Ogunsakin Earns Career-High No. 59 In ITF Junior Rankings
Nigeria’s tennis prodigy Oluwaseun Ogunsakin has achieved a new career-high ranking, climbing to number 59 in the International Tennis Federation (ITF) World Junior Rankings in the latest release. Ogunsakin, who is Nigeria’s number one junior, has been on a remarkable rise in 2026 that has placed him among the elite juniors in world tennis. Ogunsakin’s [...] The post TENNIS: Nigeria’s Ogunsakin Earns Career-High No. 59 In ITF Junior Rankings appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Ademola Lookman: ‘I have a lot of faith in him,’ says Simeone
Diego Simeone says he has a lot of faith in Ademola Lookman as the Super Eagles forward searches for form before Atlético Madrid face Bayern Munich.
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Super Eagles news: Tanzania name 24 for the Uyo and Dar games
Tanzania have named a 24-man squad for the two AFCON 2027 qualifiers against the Super Eagles, starting in Uyo on 13 November.
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UCL: Stuttgart Star Wary Of ‘Dangerous’ Osimhen Ahead Galatasaray Showdown
Stuttgart defender Maximilian Mittlestadt has warned his teammates to be cautious of Victor Osimhen ahead of their UEFA Champions League encounter against Galatasaray tonight. The Bundesliga side will travel to RAMS Park for their Matchday Four fixture against the Turkish Super Lig champions, who will be counting on Osimhen to lead their attack. The Nigerian [...] The post UCL: Stuttgart Star Wary Of ‘Dangerous’ Osimhen Ahead Galatasaray Showdown appeared first on Complete Sports.
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I’ll Swap Ballon d’Or Award For Champions League Winner’s Medal — Kane
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has said he would swap his Ballon d’Or trophy for a Champions League winner’s medal. The 33-year-old became the first Englishman since 2001 to win the accolade, beating Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappe and Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal. But Kane, who is expected to sign a new contract with Bayern [...] The post I’ll Swap Ballon d’Or Award For Champions League Winner’s Medal — Kane appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Euromatch NPFL: ‘They Outplayed Us’ –Kwara United Goalkeeper Admits Bendel Insurance Superiority After Home Loss
Kwara United goalkeeper Suraj Ayeleso has candidly admitted that Bendel Insurance outplayed his side during their 2–1 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) defeat at the Kwara State Stadium in Ilorin on Sunday. Following a goalless first half, the match burst into life shortly after the break. Stephen Gideon put Kwara United ahead in the 49th [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: ‘They Outplayed Us’ –Kwara United Goalkeeper Admits Bendel Insurance Superiority After Home Loss appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Super Falcons Receive Tinubu’s $100,000 Reward For Record 10th WAFCON Title
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has fulfilled his $100,000 reward pledge to the Super Falcons following the team’s historic triumph at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations where Nigeria clinched a record-extending 10th continental title. According to a statement from the National Sports Commission ,NSC), the players have started receiving payments of approximately ₦140 million [...] The post Super Falcons Receive Tinubu’s $100,000 Reward For Record 10th WAFCON Title appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Estêvão Willian Silences Exit Speculation With Standout Performance In Chelsea’s Rout Of Manchester United
Weeks of mounting frustration over a lack of playing time had fuelled genuine speculation about Estêvão Willian’s Chelsea future, but Saturday afternoon at Stamford Bridge changed the conversation entirely. The 19-year-old Brazilian had slipped down Xabi Alonso’s attacking pecking order, according to reports published only days before the match, with unused appearances raising questions about […] The post Estêvão Willian Silences Exit Speculation With Standout Performance In Chelsea’s Rout Of Manchester United appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Demba Ba Resigns As Sporting Director After Four Months Amid Growing Turmoil
Former Chelsea striker Demba Ba has stepped down as sporting director of Ligue 1 side Le Havre just four months after assuming the role. According to L’Équipe, the former Senegal international decided to walk away from the Normandy club in response to escalating internal instability. Read Also:Iwobi Eyes Historic Premier League Appearance Record Ba’s sudden [...] The post Demba Ba Resigns As Sporting Director After Four Months Amid Growing Turmoil appeared first on Complete Sports.
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UCL: Simeone Confident Lookman Can Deliver Against Bayern Munich
Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has thrown his support behind Ademola Lookman amid the Nigerian forward’s difficult spell at the Spanish club this season. Lookman has struggled to replicate the impressive form he showed after joining Atletico last season, with his playing time also reduced in recent weeks. The 28-year-old featured for just 14 minutes [...] The post UCL: Simeone Confident Lookman Can Deliver Against Bayern Munich appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Bayern Munich Technical Director Gives Injury Update On Saibari, Gnabry
Bayern Munich have received a major double injury blow, confirming that both Ismael Saibari and Serge Gnabry will be sidelined for the foreseeable future following injuries sustained during their recent 2–2 draw against Borussia Dortmund in Der Klassiker. The duo’s afternoon was cut short in rapid succession during the first half of the high-stakes clash. [...] The post Bayern Munich Technical Director Gives Injury Update On Saibari, Gnabry appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Davison Dismisses Fury’s ‘Traitor’ Jibe After Reuniting With Joshua
Boxing trainer Ben Davison has brushed off Tyson Fury’s tongue-in-cheek label of “traitor” after officially reuniting with Anthony Joshua ahead of the pair’s long-awaited all-British heavyweight mega-fight at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium on December 11. Davison shares a storied history with Fury, having cornered him for five fights, including his dramatic first clash with Deontay Wilder [...] The post Davison Dismisses Fury’s ‘Traitor’ Jibe After Reuniting With Joshua appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Gordon: Barcelona Can Match PSG, Real Madrid In Champions League
Barcelona winger Anthony Gordon has forcefully defended his team’s standing among Europe’s elite, insisting Hansi Flick’s side are not inferior to Paris Saint-Germain or Real Madrid despite back-to-back losses. Barça’s impressive unbeaten run came to a halt with a 4–2 Champions League loss in Paris on October 20th, followed by a 2–1 home defeat to [...] The post Gordon: Barcelona Can Match PSG, Real Madrid In Champions League appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Messi, Ronaldo, Mbappe, Yamal Nominated For 2026 FIFPRO Men’s World XI
FIFPRO has officially announced the 26-man shortlist for the 2026 Men’s World11, the only global award voted exclusively by professional footballers. Rivals Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are among the 26-man shortlist with the Argentine holding the all-time record of 17 World11 appearances. Other top stars who got nominated by FIFPRO are Lamine Yamal, Kylian [...] The post Messi, Ronaldo, Mbappe, Yamal Nominated For 2026 FIFPRO Men’s World XI appeared first on Complete Sports.
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AFCON 2027Q: Tanzania Coach Unveils Squad For Super Eagles Double-Header
Tanzania head coach Miguel Gamondi has named a 24-man squad for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double-header against Nigeria’s Super Eagles. The squad features a strong representation of players from the Tanzania Premier League, with domestic clubs providing the bulk of the selections. League champions Yanga FC and Azam FC lead the way [...] The post AFCON 2027Q: Tanzania Coach Unveils Squad For Super Eagles Double-Header appeared first on Complete Sports.
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‘Unfinished Business’ –Solskjaer Speaks On Potential Man United Return Amid Crisis
Former Man United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has spoken about the possibility of returning to the Old Trafford as pressure builds on Michael Carrick following an alarming nine-game winless streak, the club’s longest since 1988, which leaves the Red Devils sitting 17th in the Premier League. With four losses in their last five games and [...] The post ‘Unfinished Business’ –Solskjaer Speaks On Potential Man United Return Amid Crisis appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Valencia Boss Delighted with Sadiq’s Injury Comeback
Valencia head coach Javier Aguirre has expressed his delight following Umar Sadiq’s return to action after spending around two months on the sidelines through injury. The Nigeria international made an immediate impact, coming off the bench in Valencia’s 1-0 victory over Elche CF on Sunday night. Sadiq, who replaced Pablo Maffeo in the 61st minute, [...] The post Valencia Boss Delighted with Sadiq’s Injury Comeback appeared first on Complete Sports.
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How to Place a Bet on Goka.ng: 2026 Complete Guide
Just in case you don’t know, Goka.ng offers some of the best odds in Nigeria, and choosing to place bets on the best odds will help you maximize your payout. If you don’t have an account yet, this article will guide you on how you can create an account, get funded, and start placing bets. [...] The post How to Place a Bet on Goka.ng: 2026 Complete Guide appeared first on Complete Sports.
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SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 157: Manchester United’s Challenges
Manchester United entered the 2026/27 campaign hoping to put previous disappointments behind them. The appointment of Michael Carrick as permanent manager was expected to provide stability, direction and a renewed sense of identity. However, the transition into a full-time managerial role has proved considerably more difficult. The defeats have continued to pile up, and the [...] The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 157: Manchester United’s Challenges appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Why Madueke Avoided Red Card Against Liverpool — Premier League
The Premier League have issued a statement explaining why Noni Madueke was not sent off in Arsenal’s win over Liverpool. As the huge Premier League showdown at Anfield entered its closing stages on Sunday afternoon, Madueke clashed with Alexis Mac Allister after the Liverpool midfielder had fouled Martin Odegaard. While the Gunners were awarded a [...] The post Why Madueke Avoided Red Card Against Liverpool — Premier League appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Euromatch NPFL: Enyimba Goalkeeper Dare Targets More Points After Derby Victory Over Kun Khalifat
Enyimba assistant captain Dede Dare has reaffirmed the team’s determination to secure more points in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, following their narrow derby victory over Kun Khalifat FC. The nine-time league champions edged their Oriental rivals 1-0 in a Matchday 11 encounter at the Enyimba International Stadium, Aba, on Sunday. Tobi Iyanda scored [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: Enyimba Goalkeeper Dare Targets More Points After Derby Victory Over Kun Khalifat appeared first on Complete Sports.
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