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EAGLES FLY HIGH, ROCKS SNATCH LAST-GASP VICTORY
Ali Hasnain and Dion Myers played leading roles as Eagles cruised to a straightforward five-wicket victory over Mountaineers in their Domestic T20 Competition clash at Kwekwe Sports Club on Tuesday.… The post EAGLES FLY HIGH, ROCKS SNATCH LAST-GASP VICTORY appeared first on herald.
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HUNTERS’ PSL DREAM ON THE EDGE
Curtworth Masango Zimpapers Sports Hub THE Castle Lager Premier Soccer League roars back to life this March, with debutants FC Hunters expected to light up the topflight. The Marondera side… The post HUNTERS’ PSL DREAM ON THE EDGE appeared first on herald.
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Premier Service management fee liability under probe
Business Reporter Premier Service Holding Company liquidator Mr Godknows Hofisi has been tasked to investigate whether Premier Service Medical Aid Society and Premier Service Medical Investments owe any management fees… The post Premier Service management fee liability under probe appeared first on herald.
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NAAZ GOES ALL IN FOR 2028
Lovemore Dube Zimpapers Sports Hub THE National Athletics Association of Zimbabwe (NAAZ) has put its cards on the table early, rolling out a demanding, wide-ranging programme designed to give locally… The post NAAZ GOES ALL IN FOR 2028 appeared first on herald.
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Serie A: Orban On Target As Verona Hold Napoli
Nigerian international Gift Orban was at his best mettle as he scored a goal in Hellas Verona’s 2-2 draw against Napoli in Wednesday’s Serie A game. Orban, who was making his 15th appearance, has netted five goals and bagged one assist this ongoing season with Verona. Read Also:Done Deal: Nigerian Defender Joins Turkish Club Trabzonspor [...] The post Serie A: Orban On Target As Verona Hold Napoli appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Sadiq Set To Join Valencia On Permanent Transfer
Sadiq Umar is set to join Valencia on a permanent transfer, reports Completesports.com. According to Radio MARCA, Real Sociedad have agreed a transfer with Valencia for the striker. Read Sociedad will receive around €5m as transfer fee. Read Also:Done Deal: Nigerian Defender Joins Turkish Club Trabzonspor The Nigeria international will sign a three-year contract. The [...] The post Sadiq Set To Join Valencia On Permanent Transfer appeared first on Complete Sports.
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AFCON 2025: Call Osimhen To Order –Ex-International Tells NFF
Former Nigerian international Samuel Elijah has advised the Nigeria Football Federation to call Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen to order in order not to disrupt the unity of the team ahead of Saturday’s quarter-finals clash against Algeria in the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Despite enjoying a highly productive outing, netting two goals against [...] The post AFCON 2025: Call Osimhen To Order –Ex-International Tells NFF appeared first on Complete Sports.
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WAFCON 2026 Draw To Hold January 15
The draw for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, WAFCON) will hold in Rabat on Thursday, 15 January, 2026. It will mark a historic moment for the competition, featuring an expanded 16-team field for the first time. The 16 qualified teams are: Morocco (hosts), Algeria, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Côte d’Ivoire, Egypt, Ghana, [...] The post WAFCON 2026 Draw To Hold January 15 appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Done Deal: Nigerian Defender Joins Turkish Club Trabzonspor
Nigerian defender Chibuike Nwaiwu has sealed a move to Turkish Super Lig club Trabzonspor. Nwaiwu linked up with the Black Sea Storm from Austrian club Wolfsberger AC. Trabzonspor announced the defender’s arrival on their official website on Wednesday. “An agreement has been reached with Wolfsberger AC club and the player himself regarding the definitive transfer [...] The post Done Deal: Nigerian Defender Joins Turkish Club Trabzonspor appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Galatasaray, Fenerbahçe Eyes €50m Valued Ademola Lookman
Atalanta are unwilling to negotiate below a fee of €45 million plus €5 million in add-ons for Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman, as interest intensifies from Turkish heavyweights Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe. According to top Turkish transfer expert, Yağız Sabuncuoğlu has revealed tha comes amid growing speculation across Turkish and Italian media linking the Super Eagles star [...] The post Galatasaray, Fenerbahçe Eyes €50m Valued Ademola Lookman appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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AFCON 2025: CAF Appoints Somali Referee For Super Eagles Vs Algeria
Somali referee Omar Artan will take charge of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final fixture between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and Algeria, reports Completesports.com. Artan is one of the most respected referees on the continent. He is also one of the African referees selected for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Read Also:EXCLUSIVE: Super [...] The post AFCON 2025: CAF Appoints Somali Referee For Super Eagles Vs Algeria appeared first on Complete Sports.
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REAKING: Super Eagles Boycott Travel and Training Over Unpaid Bonuses Ahead of Algeria Clash
Nigeria’s Africa Cup of Nations 2025 campaign has been thrown into serious turmoil after Super Eagles players and coaching staff decided not to travel to Marrakech on Thursday, just two days before their crucial quarter-final clash against Algeria. The decision follows confirmation within the camp that match bonuses from four games against (Tanzania, Tunisia, Uganda [...] The post REAKING: Super Eagles Boycott Travel and Training Over Unpaid Bonuses Ahead of Algeria Clash appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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bREAKING: Super Eagles Boycott Travel and Training Over Unpaid Bonuses Ahead of Algeria Clash
Nigeria’s Africa Cup of Nations 2025 campaign has been thrown into serious turmoil after Super Eagles players and coaching staff decided not to travel to Marrakech on Thursday, just two days before their crucial quarter-final clash against Algeria. The decision follows confirmation within the camp that match bonuses from four games against (Tanzania, Tunisia, Uganda [...] The post bREAKING: Super Eagles Boycott Travel and Training Over Unpaid Bonuses Ahead of Algeria Clash appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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EPL: Arsenal Ready To Prove A Point Against Liverpool –Arteta
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says the Gunners have a point to prove against Liverpool in Thursday’s Premier League clash. The Reds come into the heavyweight clash on a longer unbeaten run than the Gunners, but victory will take Mikel Arteta’s men a whopping 17 points clear of the holders with 17 games remaining. Speaking with [...] The post EPL: Arsenal Ready To Prove A Point Against Liverpool –Arteta appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Messi: ‘I Don’t See Myself As A Coach’
Inter Miami star Lionel Messi has disclosed that he has no plans to go into coaching after he retires from football. Speaking at the American Business Forum this week, the veteran revealed that he is more interested in following in Inter Miami owner David Beckham’s footsteps. “I like to start looking at what could come [...] The post Messi: ‘I Don’t See Myself As A Coach’ appeared first on Complete Sports.
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How New Seismic Technology Is Unlocking Africa’s Undeveloped Basins
Recent months have witnessed a surge in seismic data deals and renewed exploration activity across Africa. In November 2025, TGS, a leader in energy data and intelligence, secured rights to market and license offshore geophysical data for Comoros, granting explorers access to over 10,000 line‑kilometers of modern SPAN 2D seismic data. This agreement builds on […] The post How New Seismic Technology Is Unlocking Africa’s Undeveloped Basins appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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EXCLUSIVE: Super Eagles Still Work In Progress, Gradually Evolving — Akuneto
Nigeria-born Oldham Athletic U19s Head Coach, Chuks Akuneto, has exclusively told Completesports.com that the Super Eagles remain a work in progress but are gradually evolving towards the dream of Nigerians. Akuneto spoke against the backdrop of the three-time AFCON winners’ emphatic 4–0 victory over Mozambique in their Round of 16 clash at the 2025 Africa [...] The post EXCLUSIVE: Super Eagles Still Work In Progress, Gradually Evolving — Akuneto appeared first on Complete Sports.
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AFCON 2025: Faé Relishes Cote d’Ivoire’s Win Over Burkina Faso
Cote d’Ivoire head coach Emerse Faé has reflected on his team’s victory over neighbours Burkina Faso. The holders thrashed the Stallions 3-0 in their Round of 16 encounter in Marrakech on Tuesday night. Amad Diallo, Yan Diomandé, and Ousmane Diomandé got the goals for the Elephants. Read Also: 10 Nigerian Legends Who Dominated AFCON History [...] The post AFCON 2025: Faé Relishes Cote d’Ivoire’s Win Over Burkina Faso appeared first on Complete Sports.
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AFCON 2025: We Know Them Well –Mahrez Speaks Ahead Super Eagles Semi-final Clash
Desert Foxes of Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez has said he and his teammates have a good idea of Nigeria’s Super Eagles. The two African giants will square off in the quarter-finals at this year’s AFCON in Morocco. While the Super Eagles recorded a dominant 4-0 win against Mozambique in the round of 16, Algeria edged [...] The post AFCON 2025: We Know Them Well –Mahrez Speaks Ahead Super Eagles Semi-final Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.
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TECNO Commissions Babajide Sanwo-Olu Mini Stadium in Lagos, Deepening Commitment to Grassroots Football and Youth Development
TECNO builds first of its kind An 8-a-Side Mini Stadium In Sura, launches first Private and Public co-led footballing Initiative in partners with Lagos State Government. Football remains one of the most powerful forces for unity in Nigeria, transcending ethnic, religious, and socio-economic boundaries. It is a shared passion that binds communities, inspires hope, and [...] The post TECNO Commissions Babajide Sanwo-Olu Mini Stadium in Lagos, Deepening Commitment to Grassroots Football and Youth Development appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Super Falcons’ Uchenna Kanu Returns to Mexico, Joins Cruz Azul Femenil
Cruz Azul Femenil have confirmed the signing of Super Falcons forward, Uchenna Kanu, completing a major reinforcement ahead of the Clausura 2026 season. The Nigerian international joins the Liga MX Femenil side on a free transfer following the conclusion of her spell with Racing Louisville FC in the United States’ National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL). [...] The post Super Falcons’ Uchenna Kanu Returns to Mexico, Joins Cruz Azul Femenil appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 49: Liam Rosenoir Appointment As Chelsea Manager
Chelsea yesterday announced the appointment of Liam Rosenior as their new head coach on a 5½-year contract. Rosenior took over at fellow BlueCo club Strasbourg after spells as head coach at Hull City and Derby County. The 41-year-old has been Strasbourg head coach since July 2024. He guided the French club to a seventh-place finish [...] The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 49: Liam Rosenoir Appointment As Chelsea Manager appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Brila Media’s Naija Fans Fest 2.0 Sets the Stage for Super Eagles’ 2–1 Triumph at AFCON 2025
As excitement built ahead of Nigeria’s AFCON 2025 clash with Tanzania, Brila Media, in collaboration with key sponsors JMG and Guinness, hosted an unforgettable Naija Fans Fest 2.0 at Wave Beach, Elegushi, Lagos on Tuesday, December 23, 2025. The event brought together football fans from across the city, creating an atmosphere buzzing with energy, anticipation, [...] The post Brila Media’s Naija Fans Fest 2.0 Sets the Stage for Super Eagles’ 2–1 Triumph at AFCON 2025 appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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HEAD-TO-HEAD: Algeria 4-1 Nigeria – How Desert Foxes Dominate Super Eagles In Five Previous AFCON Meetings In North Africa
On Saturday Nigeria’s Super Eagles will face the Desert Foxes of Algeria in the quarter-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. This would be the sixth time the two African giants would clash at the AFCON when it was held in North Africa. Ahead of this weekend’s massive encounter, as compiled by Completesports.com’s James [...] The post HEAD-TO-HEAD: Algeria 4-1 Nigeria – How Desert Foxes Dominate Super Eagles In Five Previous AFCON Meetings In North Africa appeared first on Complete Sports.
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AFCON 2025 Diary Day 20: Nigeria Vs Algeria Rivalry Reignited, Osimhen-Lookman Truce, Moroccan Backing & Quarterfinal Predictions
Day 20 (Tuesday, 6 January, 2026) It’s Algeria Versus Nigeria…..Again! Quarterfinal Set For Marrakech Showdown THE quarterfinal pairings of the 2025 AFCON are complete and it is the Fennecs of Algeria that will face Nigeria’s Super Eagles in Marrakech in a mouth-watering clash at 5.00pm on Saturday, January the 10th. Just when it looked like [...] The post AFCON 2025 Diary Day 20: Nigeria Vs Algeria Rivalry Reignited, Osimhen-Lookman Truce, Moroccan Backing & Quarterfinal Predictions appeared first on Complete Sports.
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10 Nigerian Legends Who Dominated AFCON History | Super Eagles Greats
Nigeria’s #SuperEagles are one of the most successful teams in #AFCON history, producing iconic players who shaped the tournament with goals, leadership, and unforgettable moments. From Rashidi Yekini’s record-breaking goals to Sunday Mba’s fairytale heroics, these legends defined Nigeria’s dominance in #AfricanFootball. In this video, we profile 10 Nigerian greats who lit up AFCON history, [...] The post 10 Nigerian Legends Who Dominated AFCON History | Super Eagles Greats appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Morocco To Host Draw For 2026 CAF Futsal AFCON Qualifiers
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has confirmed that the draw for the 2026 CAF Futsal Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifications will take place in Rabat, Morocco, today. The qualifiers will be played over two home-and-away knockout rounds, with seven teams qualifying for the CAF Futsal Africa Cup of Nations 2026 final tournament, joining [...] The post Morocco To Host Draw For 2026 CAF Futsal AFCON Qualifiers appeared first on Complete Sports.
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“I Couldn’t Turn Down Chelsea” – Liam Rosenior Appointed Blues Head Coach on Long-Term Deal 
Chelsea have officially announced the appointment of Liam Rosenior as their new head coach, handing the 41-year-old a five-and-a-half-year contract that runs until 2032. Rosenior replaces Enzo Maresca, who departed Stamford Bridge on January 1, following mounting pressure after a poor run of results and comments that hinted at internal issues behind the scenes. Chelsea [...] The post “I Couldn’t Turn Down Chelsea” – Liam Rosenior Appointed Blues Head Coach on Long-Term Deal  appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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AFCON 2025: Super Eagles Must Maintain Winning Formula Vs Algeria –Adepoju
Former Nigerian international Mutiu Adepoju has advised the Super Eagles to maintain their winning formula against Algeria ahead of Saturday’s quarter-finals clash in the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Recall that the three-time AFCON champions thrashed Mozambique 4-0 in the round of 16, while Algeria needed an extra time to overcome DR Congo. Speaking [...] The post AFCON 2025: Super Eagles Must Maintain Winning Formula Vs Algeria –Adepoju appeared first on Complete Sports.
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EXCLUSIVE: “Not Records, Not Fame” – Akor Adams Reveals His Ultimate Dream After AFCON Breakthrough
After announcing himself on the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations stage with a debut goal, Nigeria’s rising Super Eagles forward, Akor Adams has made one thing clear: personal accolades mean nothing compared to one lifelong ambition. Akor Adams’ goal at the Africa Cup of Nations was more than just another name on the scoresheet. It [...] The post EXCLUSIVE: “Not Records, Not Fame” – Akor Adams Reveals His Ultimate Dream After AFCON Breakthrough appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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EXCLUSIVE: “Not Records, Not Fame” – Akor Adams Reveals His Ultimate Dream
After announcing himself on the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations stage with a debut goal, Nigeria’s rising Super Eagles forward, Akor Adams has made one thing clear: personal accolades mean nothing compared to one lifelong ambition. Akor Adams’ goal at the Africa Cup of Nations was more than just another name on the scoresheet. It [...] The post EXCLUSIVE: “Not Records, Not Fame” – Akor Adams Reveals His Ultimate Dream appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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EXPOSED: What Transpired Between Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman
Super Eagles head coach, Eric Sékou Chelle has moved swiftly to calm nerves following a brief on-pitch disagreement between Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman during Nigeria’s big 4–0 victory over Mozambique in the round of 16 of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Amid Nigeria’s dominant display in Fes, a moment of tension between the [...] The post EXPOSED: What Transpired Between Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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OFFICIAL: Nigeria’s Super Eagles Set for Algeria Re-Match for AFCON 2025 Quarterfinals 
Nigeria’s quarter-final opponents at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations have been confirmed, with Algeria booking a blockbuster last-eight meeting against the Super Eagles after edging DR Congo 1–0 after extra time on Tuesday night in Rabat. A 119th-minute winner from substitute Adil Boulbina finally settled a tense, attritional contest that had appeared destined for [...] The post OFFICIAL: Nigeria’s Super Eagles Set for Algeria Re-Match for AFCON 2025 Quarterfinals  appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Flick: Retaining Spanish Super Cup Remains Barca’s Priority
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick has disclosed that the team’s ambition is to retain the Spanish Super Cup this season. Barcelona arrive in Saudi Arabia as the defending champions after beating rivals Real Madrid in the final last year, and face Athletic Club in Wednesday’s semi-final clash. Read Also:Fenerbahce Prepare Offer For Lookman Flick, however, believes [...] The post Flick: Retaining Spanish Super Cup Remains Barca’s Priority appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Fenerbahce Prepare Offer For Lookman
Turkish Super Lig giants Fenerbahce are preparing an opening bid for Atalanta winger Ademola Lookman. Fenerbahce, according to Sport Mediaset are ready to table a loan offer worth €5m with an obligation to buy for €37m. Talks between Fenerbahce, and Atalanta are still at an early stage. Read Also:Chelsea Appoint Rosenior New Head Coach Galatasaray [...] The post Fenerbahce Prepare Offer For Lookman appeared first on Complete Sports.
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AFCON 2025: Algeria Ready For Super Eagles Showdown — Petković
Algeria head coach Vladimir Petković is looking forward to his side’s quarter-final clash with the Super Eagles of Nigeria, reports Completesports.com. The Desert Foxes booked a date with the Super Eagles after overcoming Democratic Republic of Congo 1-0 in their Round of 16 encounter in Rabat on Tuesday night. Substitute Adil Boulbina scored the decisive [...] The post AFCON 2025: Algeria Ready For Super Eagles Showdown — Petković appeared first on Complete Sports.
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