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Euromatch NPFL: Ikorodu City Ready For Shooting Stars Test — Ozegbagbe
Ikorodu City technical adviser Bright Ozegbagbe has declared his team ready for the South-West derby against Shooting Stars at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos, on Sunday. Ozegbagbe expressed confidence in his players ahead of the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday 10 encounter, insisting that the team is in high spirits and prepared to [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: Ikorodu City Ready For Shooting Stars Test — Ozegbagbe appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Euromatch NPFL: Kun Khalifat Forward Rallies Fans Ahead Of Clash With Inter Lagos
Kun Khalifat striker Ameh Joseph has urged the club’s faithful to bring the noise for Sunday’s showdown against Inter Lagos, promising to deliver a performance worth cheering for. Obinna Uzoho’s side welcome Inter Lagos to the Dan Anyiam Stadium in Owerri for a high-stakes NPFL Matchday 10 encounter, with Joseph tipping the home crowd to [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: Kun Khalifat Forward Rallies Fans Ahead Of Clash With Inter Lagos appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Calvin Bassey: Full 90 in Fulham’s win, so is he Chelle’s CB option?
Calvin Bassey played the full 90 minutes in Fulham's 1-0 win at Coventry while Gabriel Osho serves a three-match ban, so what does it mean for the Super Eagles back line?
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Bayer Leverkusen Chief Reacts To Boniface Transfer Speculation
Bayer Leverkusen managing director Simon Rolfes has reacted to speculation surrounding Victor Boniface’s future at the club, insisting that the striker will get his opportunity if he continues to work hard and improve his fitness. According to Sky Sports, Boniface has expressed his desire to leave the former Bundesliga champions when the transfer window reopens [...] The post Bayer Leverkusen Chief Reacts To Boniface Transfer Speculation appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Ademola Lookman: Hooked at half-time again, so is it form or rotation?
Ademola Lookman was withdrawn at half-time for a third time in four games as Atlético beat Deportivo, so what does it mean for the Super Eagles?
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NNL Moves 2026/2027 Season Kick- Off Date To Nov 1
Organisers of the nation’s second tier domestic football league, the Nigeria National League (NNL), has moved the kick off date for the 2026/2027 season by 24 hours, with the opening match of the season, a Conference A top of the bill clash involving Heartland of Owerri and Crown FC Ogbomoso, Completesports.com reports. The clash between [...] The post NNL Moves 2026/2027 Season Kick- Off Date To Nov 1 appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Dele-Bashiru: Scored at Juventus, so does Chelle need him v Tanzania?
Fisayo Dele-Bashiru scored a solo goal at Juventus for league leaders Lazio, so does Nigeria's must-win Tanzania double-header need him?
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Onana Unharmed Following Multi-Car Collision In Turkey
Trabzonspor goalkeeper André Onana has survived a terrifying multi-car crash in Turkey after his £100,000 luxury vehicle was involved in a high-speed pile-up. The Cameroonian international was driving home along Yomra Road with family members when a car smashed into the rear of his Hongqi E-HS9 SUV, shunting him violently into the vehicle ahead. Read Also:Iwobi [...] The post Onana Unharmed Following Multi-Car Collision In Turkey appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Report: Boniface wants out in January, so why is Leverkusen calm?
Sky Germany reports Victor Boniface wants to leave Leverkusen in January, while Simon Rolfes says he is not worried and the striker can still earn a way back.
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Iwobi Equals Salah’s Premier League Milestone In Fulham’s Win At Coventry City
Nigeria international Alex Iwobi has drawn level with Mohamed Salah as the joint-second most capped African player in Premier League history. Iwobi reached the landmark during Fulham’s 1-0 win over Coventry City at the Coventry Building Society Arena on Saturday. It was Iwobi’s 328th Premier League appearance — the same tally as Liverpool forward Salah. [...] The post Iwobi Equals Salah’s Premier League Milestone In Fulham’s Win At Coventry City appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Dele Alli Mocks Terry After Spurs Defeat Chelsea At Stamford Bridge
Dele Alli revelled in Tottenham’s rare away win at Stamford Bridge as he poked fun at Chelsea legend John Terry. Much-improved Spurs ran out deserved 2-0 winners over their fierce London rivals on Saturday evening, with Mike Penders scoring an unfortunate own goal on his full Blues debut in the Premier League before Mathys Tel [...] The post Dele Alli Mocks Terry After Spurs Defeat Chelsea At Stamford Bridge appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Galatasaray vs Fenerbahçe: Preview as Osimhen eyes derby goal
Victor Osimhen is set to lead Galatasaray against Fenerbahçe on Monday after scoring against Lille, with the hosts unbeaten in 39 home league games.
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‘We All Take The Blame’ –Alonso Admits Chelsea Fell Short In 2-0 Spurs Defeat
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso conceded that his team fell well below expectations following a disappointing 2-0 home loss to Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League. Despite forging several clear-cut openings, the Blues were repeatedly thwarted by Spurs goalkeeper Antonín Kinský. The game slipped away from the hosts in the second half when an own goal [...] The post ‘We All Take The Blame’ –Alonso Admits Chelsea Fell Short In 2-0 Spurs Defeat appeared first on Complete Sports.
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We Didn’t Deserve To Lose Against Villa — Maresca
Enzo Maresca believes Manchester City didn’t deserve to lose to Aston Villa after conceding two “absolutely” avoidable goals on Saturday. Nicolas Jackson stole possession following a poor first touch by Marc Guehi, before making a driving run and finishing superby to give the hosts the lead in the seventh minute at Villa Park. Erling Haaland [...] The post We Didn’t Deserve To Lose Against Villa — Maresca appeared first on Complete Sports.
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2026 U-17 WWC: Busari Warns Flamingos Must Not Get Complacent
Flamingos head coach Akeem Busari has urged his players to remain focused and avoid complacency as Nigeria seek to advance further at the ongoing 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. The West Africans secured their place in the Round of 16 with an impressive 3-1 victory over defending champions North Korea on Friday, recovering from [...] The post 2026 U-17 WWC: Busari Warns Flamingos Must Not Get Complacent appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Johan Manzambi – The Next Premier League Star from Switzerland
Last summer brought several highlights for Johan Manzambi. After a strong season at SC Freiburg, the young Swiss player participated in the 2026 World Cup. The central midfielder emerged as one of the tournament’s breakout stars too. It came as no surprise, then, that two Premier League clubs vied intensely for his signature, making it […] The post Johan Manzambi – The Next Premier League Star from Switzerland appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Edo Queens: CAF orders 30 more minutes, so what is on the line?
CAF has ordered Edo Queens and Ampem Darkoa to play the outstanding 30 minutes of the WAFU B final in Cairo on 29 October, with a CAF Women's Champions League place on the line.
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Report: Deborah Abiodun signs Spirit deal to 2028 while injured
Super Falcons midfielder Deborah Abiodun has re-signed with Washington Spirit through 2028 while recovering from an injury, Complete Sports reports.
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Kelechi Iheanacho: 14 goals at Bursaspor, so is he Chelle’s answer?
Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho has 14 goals and three assists in ten games for Bursaspor, and he is reported to be back in Eric Chelle's squad for the Tanzania qualifiers.
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Official: FIFA backs NFF normalisation committee, so what changes?
FIFA has approved a normalisation committee for the NFF until fresh Executive Committee elections, and the Super Eagles' November qualifiers sit inside that period.
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CAF Champions League: Rangers out, so is Nigeria out of the groups?
Enugu Rangers lost 3-0 to MC Alger on Friday, a 3-2 aggregate exit that leaves Nigeria without a club in the CAF Champions League group stage.
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Sunderland vs Leeds: Preview, h2h as Okafor is in fitness doubt
Leeds forward Noah Okafor, who has Nigerian heritage, is a fitness doubt for Sunday's trip to Sunderland, where Leeds have not won a top-flight game since 2002.
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Wilfred Ndidi: Why his first Beşiktaş Europe goal matters to Chelle
Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi scored his first European goal for Beşiktaş in a 2-2 draw with Crystal Palace, and it comes before the Tanzania qualifiers.
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Liverpool vs Brighton: Preview as Ngumoha meets in-form Brighton
Liverpool winger Rio Ngumoha, who is eligible for Nigeria, is predicted to start against in-form Brighton at Anfield on Sunday.
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Tolu Arokodare: Open to a permanent Ajax move, but at what price?
Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare says he is open to a permanent Ajax move after scoring against Atalanta, and he wants a pay rise to go with it.
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Mikel Arteta Provides Bukayo Saka Quad Injury Update After Bayern Munich Exit
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has spoken publicly about the condition of Bukayo Saka following the winger’s early departure against Bayern Munich. Saka was forced off during the midweek Champions League fixture, prompting immediate concern among Arsenal supporters and staff about the severity of the problem. Arteta confirmed that Saka had a significant amount of fluid […] The post Mikel Arteta Provides Bukayo Saka Quad Injury Update After Bayern Munich Exit appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Osimhen tax warning explained: What is real and what is rumour
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen received a reported tax warning in Turkey in July 2026: here is what is confirmed, what is rumour and why Galatasaray paid.
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NPFL: Bendel Insurance host Rivers United, so can the league’s meanest defence be breached?
Unbeaten Rivers United, who have conceded two goals in nine NPFL games, travel to Bendel Insurance on matchday 10 as the table's top two level on 17 points.
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Alex Iwobi: Why Lampard won’t claim credit for his Everton revival, ahead of Coventry v Fulham
Coventry City boss Frank Lampard has praised Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi's versatility but rejected the idea that he resurrected the player's career at Everton.
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Abdullahi Bewene: Who is the Banik Ostrava defender reported in Chelle’s squad, and can he matter in AFCON Group L?
Banik Ostrava's Abdullahi Bewene is reported to be in Eric Chelle's squad for the Tanzania AFCON 2027 qualifiers, where Nigeria must finish as the top non-host in Group L.
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Gabriel Osho: Why Cardiff’s failed red-card appeal leaves the Super Eagles centre-back out for three games
Super Eagles centre-back Gabriel Osho will miss three Cardiff City games after the club lost its appeal against his red card at Middlesbrough.
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Femi Azeez: Brighton boss cannot give a return date, so what does that mean for Super Eagles hopes?
Brighton head coach Fabian Hurzeler says it is not quite clear how long Super Eagles winger Femi Azeez will be out, though he calls the problem not a big issue.
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Flamingos vs Korea DPR: Preview, h2h as Nigeria need a point, so can they stop the holders?
Nigeria's Flamingos face holders Korea DPR at 16:00 WAT today in Rabat, and a win or a draw would see them into the U-17 Women's World Cup knockout stage.
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Hull City vs Brentford: Preview, h2h as Ajayi faces Igor Thiago, so can Hull exploit the Bees striker’s goal drought?
Super Eagles defender Semi Ajayi and Hull City host Brentford on Sunday 25 October, with Bees striker Igor Thiago still searching for his second league goal of the season.
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George Ilenikhena: Does Al Ittihad form give Chelle a real option behind Osimhen for the Tanzania games?
Super Eagles striker George Ilenikhena has seven goals and three assists in 17 games for Al Ittihad, and says he can offer Eric Chelle strength, hold-up play and goals.
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CAF Champions League: Enugu Rangers lead MC Alger 2-0, so what does El-Kanemi Warriors need against Raja in the Confederation Cup?
Enugu Rangers hold a 2-0 lead over MC Alger and El-Kanemi Warriors are level at 2-2 with Raja Casablanca, with both second legs due on 23 October.
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