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CHILDREN RAPED IN BULAWAYO: Farm fiend on the run, Cowdray Park creep caught in the act…
B-Metro Reporter BULAWAYO cops are hunting for a farm predator while another pervert is behind bars after a horror week of attacks on children. The province’s police spokesperson Inspector Nomalanga… The post CHILDREN RAPED IN BULAWAYO: Farm fiend on the run, Cowdray Park creep caught in the act… appeared first on herald.
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RAPE MONSTER CAGED! Bulawayo man (21) gets 48 years for raping granny (83)
B-Metro Reporter A BULAWAYO man has been locked away for 48 years after breaking into an elderly woman’s home and raping her. Bulawayo police spokesperson Inspector Nomalanga Msebele confirmed the… The post RAPE MONSTER CAGED! Bulawayo man (21) gets 48 years for raping granny (83) appeared first on herald.
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Why NFF Should Part Ways with Eric Chelle – Garba Lawal
Former Nigeria midfielder, Garba Lawal has advised that the NFF and Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, should go their separate ways if the impasse over a new deal lingers. Speaking in a chat with Brila.net, Lawal said he has not received any official communication from the NFF regarding Chelle’s demands, stressing that much of [...] The post Why NFF Should Part Ways with Eric Chelle – Garba Lawal appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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I Deeply Regret Not Learning English —Messi
Inter Miami superstar Lionel Messi has spoken of his regret over not applying himself in his studies when he was young, particularly when learning English. The Argentina captain and 2022 World Cup winner admitted that he felt “half ignorant” when meeting famous personalities throughout his impressive career and not being able to communicate. “I regret [...] The post I Deeply Regret Not Learning English —Messi appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Why Man United Did Not Sign Osimhen — Benni McCarthy
The Africa Cup of Nations schedule is a major reason why Manchester United did not try to sign Victor Osimhen, according to the club’s former first-team coach Benni McCarthy. Nigeria striker Osimhen attracted attention from Europe’s elite sides after scoring 26 league goals in 2022-23 to help fire Napoli to a first Italian title in [...] The post Why Man United Did Not Sign Osimhen — Benni McCarthy appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Victor Osimhen’s UCL Post Match Remarks Sparks Controversy
Galatasaray qualified for the UEFA Champions League round of 16 for the first time in 12 years after a dramatic UEFA Champions League night against Juventus in Turin. The Turkish giants survived a major scare as Juventus overturned a 5-2 first leg deficit to level the tie at 5-5 on aggregate. Juventus produced a stunning [...] The post Victor Osimhen’s UCL Post Match Remarks Sparks Controversy appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Europa League: Ex-Leeds Striker Lauds Aina’s Contribution In Hudson-Odoi’s Goal Vs Fenerbahce
Former Leeds United striker Lucy Ward has praised Super Eagles defender Ola Aina’s contribution in Nottingham Forest’s 2-1 loss to Fenerbahçe in Thursday’s UEFA Europa League second-leg playoff. Recall that the Nigerian international came on as a second-half substitute and provided the brilliant assist that set up Callum Hudson-Odoi to hammer home his first European [...] The post Europa League: Ex-Leeds Striker Lauds Aina’s Contribution In Hudson-Odoi’s Goal Vs Fenerbahce appeared first on Complete Sports.
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UEL Play-off: Aina Gets Very Good Rating In Forest’s Defeat To Fenerbahce
Nigeria international Ola Aina got a very good rating despite Nottingham Forest’s 2-1 home defeat to Fenerbahce, in the Europa League semi-final playoff on Thursday. Aina was named among the substitutes for the reverse fixture before coming on in the 46th minute with Forest down 2-0. The former Chelsea star then provided the assist for [...] The post UEL Play-off: Aina Gets Very Good Rating In Forest’s Defeat To Fenerbahce appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Chelle Defends Demands For Huge Pay Rise
Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has justified his request for a $130,000 salary increase from the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). The 48-year-old is presently on a monthly salary of $50,000. Chelle Defends Decision Chelle’s request for a salary increase has sparked controversy in Nigeria, but the Malian has defended his position. “At the end [...] The post Chelle Defends Demands For Huge Pay Rise appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Joe Gelhardt Set For Permanent Leeds Exit As Hull Weigh Summer Move
Leeds United are prepared to authorize a permanent transfer for forward Joe Gelhardt this summer, signaling the end of his long-term prospects at Elland Road. The 23-year-old attacker is currently on loan at Hull City, where he has impressed sufficiently to prompt serious consideration of a permanent agreement. Reports indicate Leeds would accept a fee […] The post Joe Gelhardt Set For Permanent Leeds Exit As Hull Weigh Summer Move appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Racist Abuse: Arokodare Was Totally Upset, Angry By It –Wolves Manager
Wolves manager Rob Edwards has disclosed that Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare was upset and angry with the racist abuse targeted at him. Recall that the Nigerian international was targeted with racist messages on social media after losing a penalty in Wolves’ defeat at Crystal Palace on Sunday. Speaking with the club’s website, Edward stated [...] The post Racist Abuse: Arokodare Was Totally Upset, Angry By It –Wolves Manager appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Zidane Is My Hero –Casemiro
Manchester United midfielder Casemiro has disclosed that France legend Zinedine Zidane was his hero growing up. Speaking in an interview with DAZN, the Brazilian reflected on his early football education, admitting that watching elite players on television shaped his ambitions long before he became one of Europe’s most accomplished midfielders. “When you’re a kid, everyone [...] The post Zidane Is My Hero –Casemiro appeared first on Complete Sports.
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NPFL: Barau FC Coach Tata Vows Survival Push Despite Late Defeat To Rivers United
Rabiu Tata, Head Coach of Barau FC, has said his promise of taking the club out of relegation remains on course despite their 1–0 defeat to Rivers United in a rescheduled NPFL 2025/2026 Matchday 25 clash at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, Omagwa, on Wednesday, 25 February 2026, Completesports.com reports. Stephen Manyo scored the match-winner for [...] The post NPFL: Barau FC Coach Tata Vows Survival Push Despite Late Defeat To Rivers United appeared first on Complete Sports.
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UCL: UCL: Why I’d Prefer Arsenal Over Bayern In Round Of 16 —Leverkusen Coach
Bayer Leverkusen coach Kasper Hjulmand has explained why he would prefer to face Arsenal than Bayern Munich in the Champions League last-16. Leverkusen booked their place in the next stage after eliminating Olympiacos 2-0 on aggregate. Speaking after the match, Hjulmand said he would welcome a tie against Arsenal to avoid another domestic showdown. “Because [...] The post UCL: UCL: Why I’d Prefer Arsenal Over Bayern In Round Of 16 —Leverkusen Coach appeared first on Complete Sports.
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EXCLUSIVE: Nigerian Footballers – Best Defenders In Europe’s Top Five Leagues (2025/26 Season)
Across Europe’s top five leagues, Nigerian footballers are quietly delivering disciplined and data-backed defensive performances that deserve closer attention. From centre-backs commanding the air to full-backs excelling in interceptions and midfield enforcers disrupting transitions, the numbers reveal more than surface-level impressions. In this detailed breakdown, Completesports.com‘s ALLI FESOMADE dissects the data, leveraging per-90 metrics and [...] The post EXCLUSIVE: Nigerian Footballers – Best Defenders In Europe’s Top Five Leagues (2025/26 Season) appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Osimhen Makes Champions League Team Of The Week
Nigeria international and Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has been included in the UEFA Champions League Team of the Week. UEFA announced Osimhen among the best 11 players of the playoffs second leg, on their Champions League X handle. Osimhen’s inclusion is as a result of his impressive performance for Galatasaray in their playoff clash with [...] The post Osimhen Makes Champions League Team Of The Week appeared first on Complete Sports.
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NPFL: Remo Stars Appoint Abd’Allah New Technical Adviser
Remo Stars have confirmed the appointment of Usman Abd’Allah as their new technical adviser, reports Completesports.com. The 51-year-old is one of the highly rated coaches in the domestic scene in Nigeria. “We are pleased to announce the appointment of Usman Abd’Allah as the Technical Adviser of the club,” reads a statement on the club’s official [...] The post NPFL: Remo Stars Appoint Abd’Allah New Technical Adviser appeared first on Complete Sports.
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He’s One Of The Top Five Strikers In The World –Deeney Hails Osimhen
Former Watford striker Troy Deeney has rated Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen as one of the top five strikers in the world at the moment. Deeney made this known on the backdrop of the Nigerian international’s impressive goal-scoring form, where he scored a goal against Juventus to help Galatasaray secure a place in the Round [...] The post He’s One Of The Top Five Strikers In The World –Deeney Hails Osimhen appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Ansah Turns Down Chance To Represent Ghana At 2026 World Cup
Union Berlin striker Ilyas Ansah has disclosed that he wants to focus on his club football and not represent Ghana at the 2026 World Cup. The 21-year-old Union Berlin striker, whose parents hail from Ghana, had been closely monitored by the Ghanaian Football Association under coach Otto Addo. Ansah has already made six appearances for [...] The post Ansah Turns Down Chance To Represent Ghana At 2026 World Cup appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Chelle Breaks Silence on Marseille Managerial Rumours
Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has responded to recent speculation linking him with the Olympic Marseille managerial position, Completesports.com reports. Chelle revealed that his agent proposed him to the Ligue 1 giants, but he did not have any personal contact with the club. Chelle On Marseille Job Link “ I had absolutely no contact [...] The post Chelle Breaks Silence on Marseille Managerial Rumours appeared first on Complete Sports.
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NPFL: Finidi Smiles As Rivers United End Winless Run, Shift Focus To Bayelsa United Clash
Former Nigeria winger and Rivers United Technical Manager, Finidi George, has described Wednesday, 25 February 2026, as a ‘day to smile’ after the Pride of Rivers ended their five-game winless run in all competitions with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Barau FC in a rescheduled 2025/2026 NPFL fixture, Completesports.com reports. The 2024/2025 NPFL runners-up had [...] The post NPFL: Finidi Smiles As Rivers United End Winless Run, Shift Focus To Bayelsa United Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Onyedika Nominated For Club Brugge’s February POTM
Raphael Onyedika has been nominated for Club Brugge’s Player of the Month for February, Completesports.com reports. Onyedika will battle four other players; Joel Ordonez, Nicolò Tresoldi, Aleksandar Stankovic, and Mamadou Diakhon for the individual accolade. The defensive midfielder made five appearances across all competitions for Club Brugge in the month under review. Read Also:EXCLUSIVE: Nigerian [...] The post Onyedika Nominated For Club Brugge’s February POTM appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Osimhen Delivers Galatasaray as Atalanta Save Italy on Champions League Playoff Night
From Vinícius Jr answering racism with brilliance, to Victor Osimhen silencing Turin, and Atalanta delivering Italian football from disaster, the Champions League Playoffs second-leg delivered one of its most dramatic nights in recent memory. Vinícius Jr Scores Again as Real Madrid March On Real Madrid secured their place in the Champions League last 16 with [...] The post Osimhen Delivers Galatasaray as Atalanta Save Italy on Champions League Playoff Night appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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UCL Play-off: Why I Didn’t Celebrate After Scoring Against Juventus –Osimhen
Victor Osimhen has explained why he did not celebrate his goal against Juventus, in Wednesday’s Champions League second leg playoff tie in Turin. Juventus cancelled a three-goal deficit against Galatasaray to bring the tie to 5-5, but were still eliminated from the Champions League. Osimhen scored in extra-time to bring the score to 3-1 before [...] The post UCL Play-off: Why I Didn’t Celebrate After Scoring Against Juventus –Osimhen appeared first on Complete Sports.
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BetCorrect, Social Betting Don Land
BetCorrect, Social Betting Don Land! A new era of sports betting has arrived in Nigeria, and it’s called BetCorrect. You can check it out at http://www.betcorrect.comBetCorrect is not just another betting platform. It is Nigeria’s first truly social sports and casino community, built for bettors who want more than just placing bets and waiting for [...] The post BetCorrect, Social Betting Don Land appeared first on Complete Sports.
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EXCLUSIVE: Nigerian Footballers Ranked – Data Reveals Best Passers In Europe’s Top Five Leagues
Across Europe’s top five leagues, Nigerian footballers continue to shape matches not only with goals and flair but also with intelligence in possession. Passing, progression and creative efficiency often separate elite performers from functional contributors, and this data-driven review places the spotlight firmly on Nigeria’s finest distributors in Europe. In this comprehensive breakdown, Completesports.com‘s ALLI [...] The post EXCLUSIVE: Nigerian Footballers Ranked – Data Reveals Best Passers In Europe’s Top Five Leagues appeared first on Complete Sports.
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‘I’m Excited’ — Okobi Elated With Super Falcons’ Return After Maternity Break
Ottawa Rapid midfielder Ngozi Okobi-Okeoghene has expressed her delight after earning a recall to the Super Falcons. Okobi was a surprise inclusion in Nigeria’s squad for the upcoming friendlies against the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon. The 32-year-old last featured for the Super Falcons at the 2022 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. Read Also:Cameroon Vs Nigeria: [...] The post ‘I’m Excited’ — Okobi Elated With Super Falcons’ Return After Maternity Break appeared first on Complete Sports.
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UCL: Galatasaray Boss Commends Osimhen For Decisive Role In Juventus Triumph
Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk has lauded Victor Osimhen for helping the Yellow and Reds secure a place in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16, reports Completeports.com. The Turkish Super Lig champions won the playoffs tie 7-5 on aggregate. Osimhen played a crucial role in Galatasaray’s first leg victory, providing two assists. Read Also:UCL [...] The post UCL: Galatasaray Boss Commends Osimhen For Decisive Role In Juventus Triumph appeared first on Complete Sports.
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UCL Playoff: A Centre-Forward’s Finish –Townsend Reacts To Osimhen’s Goal Vs Juventus
Former England international Andy Townsend has rated Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen’s goal against Juventus in Wednesday’s Champions League second-leg playoff as a striker’s finish. Recall that the Nigerian international netted the crucial goal in the first half’s extra time as he fired in a low effort after being picked out by Yilmaz to put [...] The post UCL Playoff: A Centre-Forward’s Finish –Townsend Reacts To Osimhen’s Goal Vs Juventus appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Exploring The Popularity Of Football Gaming Online
There is nothing that compares to the thrill of watching a last-minute goal or the buzz of witness sublime skill on the pitch. Football is the biggest sport on the planet for those very reasons, with billions of people around the world tuning into matches every week. In 2026, one of the most popular pastimes [...] The post Exploring The Popularity Of Football Gaming Online appeared first on Complete Sports.
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NPFL: Enyimba Must Adapt Quickly To Deutsch’s Style Of Play –Odeh
Enyimba star Paul Odeh has disclosed that the players must adapt quickly to new head coach Emmanuel Deutsch’s style of play if the club are to move up on the league table in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). Recall that the People’s Elephants are currently sitting 14th on the league table with 32 points [...] The post NPFL: Enyimba Must Adapt Quickly To Deutsch’s Style Of Play –Odeh appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Cameroon Vs Nigeria: Super Falcons Camp Swells With 15 Players
Four more players have arrived the Super Falcons camp ahead of the friendlies against the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon, reports Completesports.com. The latest arrivals are; Rinsola Babajide, Shukurat Oladipo, Folashade Ijamilusi, and Kafayat Shittu. The camp opened in Yaoundé on Wednesday with 11 players. Captain Rasheedat Ajibade, Oluwatosin Demehin, Christy Ucheibe, Monday Gift, and Ngozi [...] The post Cameroon Vs Nigeria: Super Falcons Camp Swells With 15 Players appeared first on Complete Sports.
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UCL: Arsenal, Chelsea, Man City Potential Round Of 16 Opponents Unveiled
Sixteen teams will discover their opponents in the Champions League knockout draw on Friday, BBC Sport reports. Arsenal, Liverpool, Chelsea, Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur were already in the hat, with Newcastle joining them in the last 16 after a 9-3 aggregate win over Qarabag in the play-off round. The eight winners of the two-legged [...] The post UCL: Arsenal, Chelsea, Man City Potential Round Of 16 Opponents Unveiled appeared first on Complete Sports.
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UCL Play-off: Osimhen Gets Highest Rating In Juventus vs Galatasaray
Victor Osimhen got the highest rating among Galatasaray players following their UEFA Champions League second leg playoff clash in Turin in Wednesday. Galatasaray progressed into the round of 16 despite losing 3-2 against Juventus, going through on a 7-5 aggregate win. Osimhen began the fightback as he pulled a goal back for Galatasaray after Juventus [...] The post UCL Play-off: Osimhen Gets Highest Rating In Juventus vs Galatasaray appeared first on Complete Sports.
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It’s Blackmail… Gara Gombe Slams Eric Chelle’s Contract Demands
Former Gombe State FA Chairman, Shuaibu Gara Gombe has described the reported demands by Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle as an attempt to blackmail the NFF, insisting such actions should not be tolerated. Speaking to Brila.net Gara Gombe stated that provisions had already been made for some of the demands allegedly put forward by the [...] The post It’s Blackmail… Gara Gombe Slams Eric Chelle’s Contract Demands appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Osimhen Sets Historic Champions League Mark At Galatasaray
Victor Osimhen etched his name in history by becoming Galatasaray’s all-time leading foreign top scorer in European competitions on Wednesday night, reports Completesports.com. Galatasaray lost 3-2 to Juventus in the second leg of the UEFA Champions League playoff contest, but advanced to the Round of 16 7-5 on aggregate. Osimhen netted the Turkish Super Lig [...] The post Osimhen Sets Historic Champions League Mark At Galatasaray appeared first on Complete Sports.
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