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UCL: Martínez Blasts Man United Owners After 2-0 Defeat To Atletico Madrid
Lisandro Martínez launched a stinging verbal attack on Manchester United’s hierarchy, singling out director of football Jason Wilcox, after a 2-0 Champions League defeat against Atlético Madrid by saying the club failed to strengthen the squad sufficiently during the summer transfer window. United suffered a third defeat in five games against Diego Simeone’s team and [...] The post UCL: Martínez Blasts Man United Owners After 2-0 Defeat To Atletico Madrid appeared first on Complete Sports.
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2028 Olympic Qualifier: Super Falcons To Face Morocco In Third Round
Nigeria’s Super Falcons will face Morocco in the third round of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games qualifier. The pairing was confirmed following the Super Falcons’ 7-0 aggregate win over Comoros in the second round. In the second leg of the second round played on Tuesday in Ikenne, the Super Falcons thrashed Comoros 5-0 (the [...] The post 2028 Olympic Qualifier: Super Falcons To Face Morocco In Third Round appeared first on Complete Sports.
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UCL: Lookman Scores In Atlético’s Victory Over Man United, Barcelona Thrash Osimhen’s Galatasaray
Ademola Lookman was on target as Atlético Madrid secured a 2-0 victory over Manchester United at the Metropolitano Stadium. Pablo Barrios opened the scoring for the Spanish side in the first minute, finishing off an assist from Alex Baena to give the hosts an early advantage. Atlético continued to dominate proceedings, with Johnny Cardoso seeing [...] The post UCL: Lookman Scores In Atlético’s Victory Over Man United, Barcelona Thrash Osimhen’s Galatasaray appeared first on Complete Sports.
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WAFU B U-17 Championship: Golden Eaglets Train On Termite-Infested Pitch Ahead Niger Clash
Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets were forced to hold their final training session ahead of their opening fixture at the ongoing WAFU B U-17 Championship on a poorly maintained, termite-infested five-a-side pitch in Ouagadougou on Tuesday evening. The Nigerian team had been scheduled to train at the USFA football pitch in the Burkinabe capital. However, upon arriving [...] The post WAFU B U-17 Championship: Golden Eaglets Train On Termite-Infested Pitch Ahead Niger Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Stam: Baleba Can Replace Casemiro At Man United
Former Manchester United defender Jaap Stam has backed summer signing Carlos Baleba to play a pivotal role for the club this season, tipping the young midfielder to successfully fill the void left by Casemiro. Baleba has faced a frustrating start to life at Old Trafford following his £70 million summer switch from Brighton & Hove [...] The post Stam: Baleba Can Replace Casemiro At Man United appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Osimhen: Nigeria legend backs Galatasaray star to score, Barcelona to win
Super Falcons legend Asisat Oshoala has backed compatriot Victor Osimhen to find the net for Galatasaray against Barcelona on Tuesday night. However, the former Barcelona striker insists she wants the Spanish giants to emerge victorious in the UEFA Champions League showdown. Oshoala has found an interesting way to support two of her football favourites ahead […]
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‘I Trust Them 100%’ — Iraola Defends Wirtz, Barcola Amid Slow Starts At Anfield
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has thrown his full support behind under-fire marquee signings Florian Wirtz and Bradley Barcola, insisting he retains absolute faith in the struggling duo ahead of Wednesday’s Champions League fixture against LASK. Wirtz, 23, arrived at Anfield last summer in a blockbuster £116 million deal but has faced mounting scrutiny after struggling [...] The post ‘I Trust Them 100%’ — Iraola Defends Wirtz, Barcola Amid Slow Starts At Anfield appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Super Falcons 5-0 Comoros: Player ratings – Toni Payne, Kanu grab doubles in Ikenne
The Super Falcons of Nigeria have qualified for the third round of the CAF qualification journey for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, defeating Comoros 7-0 on aggregate at the Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne. Augustine Eguavoen's team struggled to hit the target in the first half of the first leg that they won 2-0, and the […]
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Asisat Oshoala: 10 records that make Super Falcons star an African legend
Super Falcons legend Asisat Oshoala took the scraps and bits life dumped on her young laps and from it built a remarkable legacy in women’s football. The journey has taken her 17 years from the moment she decided to drop out of school and pursue football professionally to becoming one of Africa’s most decorated players […]
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Super Falcons: 5 big takeaways from Nigeria’s 5-0 thrashing of Comoros
Nigeria's Super Falcons secured a commanding 5-0 victory over Comoros on Tuesday to seal a 7-0 aggregate win to reach the third round of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games qualifiers. Toni Payne scored twice, while Uchenna Kanu also grabbed a brace before Christy Ucheibe completed the rout from the penalty spot. The performance offered […]
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Who is Lola Ogunbote? 7 things to know about Chelsea Women’s Nigerian-born executive
Lola Ogunbote has taken another major step in football after joining Chelsea Women as the club’s new Head of Football Operations and Player Services. The Nigerian-born Briton quietly began her new role during the summer before officially announcing the move in October 2026. Ogunbote's arrival at one of the biggest clubs in women's football is […]
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Super Falcons vs Comoros LIVE: Follow scores, goals, updates, commentary & Olympic qualifiers results
The Super Falcons of Nigeria take on Comoros in the second leg of their 2028 Olympic Games qualifying tie today, with a two-goal advantage to protect as they target a place in the next round. Follow Super Falcons vs Comoros live here Nigeria head into the return fixture after securing a 2-0 victory in the […]
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Super Eagles star named in Super Lig Team of the Week
Super Eagles and Trabzonspor defender Chibuike Nwaiwu has earned a place in SofaScore’s Team of the Week. Nwaiwu out-performed every defender in the Turkish Super Lig with an impressive display for Trabzonspor in their dominant 3-0 victory over Samsunspor. The Nigerian centre-back received an 8.5 rating in the weekly selection, more than any other defender […]
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Viking vs Bayern Munich preview, team news, line-ups: Ex-Nigeria target eyes Viking riot
Bayern Munich's attacker of Nigerian origin Michael Olise will be looking to be amongst the goals on Tuesday when they arrive in Stavanger on Tuesday, October 13, chasing a second straight Champions League win at Vikings which would put them well on course for the League Phase's top eight. Viking FK were beaten 3-1 at […]
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Tolu Arokodare: Super Eagles striker reveals Ajax trophy target — “That’s the aim”
Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare has been in fine form for Ajax, scoring seven goals and two assists in 10 games since making his loan move from Wolverhampton Wanderers. The 25-year-old forward's most recent goal came in Saturday’s 1-1 league draw against NEC Nijmegen, breaking the deadlock in the seventh minute and celebrating by paying […]
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Ballon d’Or ranking: Osimhen, Okocha, Lookman & every Nigerian star ever nominated
In the Ballon d’Or rankings, Super Eagles and Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen holds the record for the highest finish by a Nigerian male footballer. Ballon d’Or, one of football's most prestigious individual awards, has also celebrated other Super Eagles icons including Nwankwo Kanu, Ademola Lookman and Finidi George. It became an award Nigeria's elite talents […]
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Maduka Okoye: Udinese coach responds to goalkeeper’s blunder in 2-1 loss to Torino
Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has come under fire for his error in Udinese's 2-1 loss to Torino, with coach Kosta Runjaic clarifying what happened at the Olympic Stadium in Turin. The 27-year-old was involved in the decisive moment of yesterday’s Serie A encounter after colliding with teammate Nicolò Bertola while attempting to deal with […]
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Super Eagles news: Arokodare sets clear Ajax target — “Every game we play”
Super Eagles forward Tolu Arokodare has revealed what he hopes to achieve with Ajax Amsterdam this season. Arokodare has enjoyed an impressive start to life at the Dutch club since joining on loan from English side Wolverhampton Wanderers during the summer transfer window. The Super Eagles forward endured a difficult spell at Wolves, where he struggled to […]
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Osimhen: Why Galatasaray believe Super Eagles star is Barcelona’s worst nightmare
Galatasaray assistant coach Ismael García believes Victor Osimhen has the qualities to cause Barcelona serious problems when the two sides meet in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday. The Super Eagles striker is expected to return to competitive action after recovering from injury. His presence hands Galatasaray a significant boost ahead of their league-phase encounter […]
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Victor Osimhen: Flick wary of Nigerian star’s threat ahead of Galatasaray vs Barcelona
Victor Osimhen and the other Galatasaray attackers have been a source of worry for Barcelona coach Hansi Flick ahead of their game on Tuesday. ​The Catalans travel to Rams Park for a match that is crucial for both teams. Barcelona have won nine straight games in emphatic fashion and are eager to continue their brilliant […]
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Ademola Lookman ‘Isn’t at his best level’ – Simeone gives honest verdict ahead of Man United clash
Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone has backed Super Eagles attacker Ademola Lookman to come good despite his slow start to the season. ​Lookman has endured a difficult start to the campaign at Atletico. Recall that he only just joined the club from Atalanta in a deal worth €35 million in January, and he enjoyed a […]
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Super Eagles could host November AFCON qualifiers in Lagos – Report
Nigeria's Super Eagles have been playing their home games at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium for the last few years, but that could change soon, with reports stating that a potential switch to Lagos is in the works. ​Uyo has been Nigeria's regular venue for all home matches since 2022. Currently, the Super Eagles are embroiled […]
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Super Eagles: Simeone tells Lookman how to overcome Atletico struggles 
Atletico Madrid head coach Diego Simeone has explained what Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman needs to do to rediscover his best form at the Spanish club. The Nigerian forward has endured a difficult start to the new season and has struggled to reproduce the form he showed during his first few months at the Spanish heavyweights. […]
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Victor Osimhen’s Galatasaray vs Barcelona: Preview, h2h, team news & more
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen is one of the top stars who will be expected to at his best when Turkish Super Lig champions Galatasaray welcome Spanish champions Barcelona to RAMS Park in Istanbul for a Champions League league-phase fixture on October 13, 2026. The night hinges on whether Osimhen, can be smart enough and […]
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Arsenal vs LOSC Lille preview: Team news, H2H and prediction
Arsenal host Lille at the Emirates Stadium tomorrow, in the second match of the Champions League league phase, with kickoff slated for 20:00 WAT (20:00 BST local). Much of the contest will be decided on Arsenal's left, where Eberechi Eze, the Arsenal winger of Nigerian heritage, is expected to operate against Nathan Ngoy, a Lille […]
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Mbappe vs Kane: Okocha weighs in on 2026 Ballon d’Or debate – “More exciting”
Super Eagles legend Jay-Jay Okocha has weighed in on the 2026 Ballon d'Or debate, sharing his thoughts on who deserves the award between Harry Kane, Kylian Mbappe and the other contestants. The 53-year-old described the race for football’s most prestigious individual award as more exciting than ever in an interview with French outlet Le Journal […]
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Super Eagles star doubtful for Champions League clash against Liverpool
Several Super Eagles will be in action when the UEFA Champions League resumes tomorrow, with many blockbuster fixtures to look forward to, but one of the star players might be absent against Liverpool. LASK forward Moses Usor is a doubt for the clash against the Merseysiders after suffering a shoulder injury in Sunday’s 2-0 defeat […]
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Ex-Torino defender saw hell against Super Eagles star – “I’ve never faced a striker like him”
Dutch centre-back Perr Schuurs has admitted that Super Eagles forward Tolu Arokodare possesses qualities he has rarely encountered in his career. The former Torino defender made the submission after struggling to contain the Nigeria international during Ajax’s 1-1 draw with NEC Nijmegen. Arokodare produced a sensational header at the Johan Cruijff ArenA on Saturday. It […]
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Super Eagles news: Durosinmi explains what is driving recent goalscoring form
Super Eagles forward Rafiu Durosinmi has weighed in on his impressive start to life at Belgian side Genk this season. The 23-year-old has made a strong impression at the Belgian club since joining during the summer transfer window and is gradually returning to his best form, putting his disappointing spell at Italian side Pisa behind him. Durosinmi joined Pisa in […]
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Super Eagles: ​How Nnadi fared in Troyes vs Marseille clash after injury return
Super Eagles midfielder Tochukwu Nnadi returned to action for Marseille when they took on Troyes at Stade de l'Aube on Sunday. ​The 23-year-old midfielder had suffered a knee injury a week before the international break, prompting fears that he might be sidelined for an extended period. The setback also ruled him out of international duty […]
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Will Lankshear Strikes Again As Middlesbrough Beat Wolverhampton Wanderers 1-0 In Historic 150th Anniversary Clash
Middlesbrough marked a momentous occasion in their long history with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers at the Riverside Stadium. The win came on the club’s 150th anniversary, making it a celebratory occasion for supporters who turned out to honour the milestone. Will Lankshear was once again the match-winner, continuing an impressive run of […] The post Will Lankshear Strikes Again As Middlesbrough Beat Wolverhampton Wanderers 1-0 In Historic 150th Anniversary Clash appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Super Eagles weekend rankings: Etim beats Iheanacho & Osimhen to top spot
Several Super Eagles stars and hopefuls fired reminders of their quality and consistency in various leagues across Europe and beyond on the weekend of October 9 to 11, 2026. Friday Etim delivered a goal and an assist in Denmark, Kelechi Iheanacho continued his extraordinary scoring run in Turkey, while Chibuike Nwaiwu combined a goal with […]
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Akor Adams: Stroppa to assess Super Eagles star’s role in key Venezia duty
Super Eagles striker Akor Adams is set to feature for Venezia in their clash against Atalanta tomorrow, but the club's coach Giovanni Stroppa has hinted that the Nigerian could have a different role against La Dea. Adams was involved in a disagreement with teammate John Yeboah over who should take a spot-kick during Venezia's 2-0 […]
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Atlético Madrid vs Man United preview, H2H, team news: Lookman targets Red Devils upset
It is time for Atlético Madrid vs Man United at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano in Madrid on Tuesday, October 13, in matchday two of the UEFA Champions League league phase, with kickoff set for 8:00 pm WAT. Diego Simeone's side arrive on the back of a four-match winning run that followed their opening defeat to […]
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What Victor Osimhen and Hansi Flick said ahead of Galatasaray vs Barcelona
Victor Osimhen and Hansi Flick have shared their thoughts ahead of Tuesday's UEFA Champions League meeting between Galatasaray and Barcelona at RAMS Park. Both teams head into the European clash after impressive domestic league victories, with Galatasaray beating Kasimpasa 3-1 on Friday while Barcelona made light work of Getafe with a 3-0 win the following […]
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Victor Osimhen: Galatasaray striker inspires Tolu Arokodare’s heroic gesture to Danish star
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has shown another side to his personality after his action inspired Tolu Arokodare's touching tribute to injured Ajax teammate Kasper Dolberg after scoring against NEC Nijmegen. Arokodare found the net in the seventh minute of Ajax’s Eredivisie clash against NEC at the Johan Cruyff ArenA yesterday evening, powering home a […]
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