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“QUEEN OF SPEED” – Tobi Amusan Storms Into Final as Nigeria Shine at African Championships
Nigeria’s medal charge at the African Athletics Championships in Accra received a massive boost as Tobi Amusan and Adaobi Tabugbo both powered into the women’s 100m hurdles final in emphatic fashion. Amusan, the world record holder, delivered a long awaited semifinal performance, clocking an 12.82 seconds (a season’s best), to win her heat and qualify [...] The post “QUEEN OF SPEED” – Tobi Amusan Storms Into Final as Nigeria Shine at African Championships appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Ryan Alebiosu: Everton, Genoa, others get price for Super Eagles defender
Super Eagles defender Ryan Alebiosu has emerged as a target for several clubs in Europe's top five leagues, Soccernet.ng reports. ​The 24-year-old right-back was one of the bright spots in what was nearly a dark campaign for the Riversiders, who narrowly avoided relegation from the Championship. They finished the campaign just five points above the […]
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NFF Gets Nod for CAF Awards, Tease Future AFCON Bids
NFF President, Ibrahim Musa Gusau has provided an update on high-level discussions between CAF President Patrice Motsepe and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, held in Nairobi. According to Gusau, the meeting focused on strengthening collaboration between Nigeria and the CAF, with key discussions centered on Nigeria’s return to hosting major football events. Gusau also confirmed that [...] The post NFF Gets Nod for CAF Awards, Tease Future AFCON Bids appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Is Crypto the Future of London’s Startup Ecosystem? Is Something Like That Possible?
London has always been a city that attracts financial innovation. From the early days of the London Stock Exchange to the fintech boom of the 2010s, the city has a track record of adapting to new financial realities faster than most. Crypto is now pushing that tradition further. What started as a fringe experiment among […] The post Is Crypto the Future of London’s Startup Ecosystem? Is Something Like That Possible? appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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“Take that opportunity” – Ex-Montpellier forward urges Osimhen to make key transfer decision
Former Super Eagles and Montpellier forward John Utaka has sent a clear message to countryman Victor Osimhen amid speculation over his next move, Soccernet.ng reports. The Galatasaray striker has once again been in the headlines heading into the summer, with several top European clubs monitoring his situation as they look to strengthen their squads in the transfer window. Osimhen […]
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Sinner Cruises Into Italian Open Quarterfinals With 26th Straight Victory
Jannik Sinner continued his dominant run at the Italian Open after defeating fellow Italian Andrea Pellegrino 6-2, 6-3 to book his place in the quarterfinals. The world No. 1 needed little time to dispatch Pellegrino in a commanding straight-sets performance, extending his winning streak to 26 matches. Sinner has not suffered a defeat since February [...] The post Sinner Cruises Into Italian Open Quarterfinals With 26th Straight Victory appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Alexander Zverev Knocked Out in Stunning Italian Open Upset
Alexander Zverev suffered a shocking round-of-16 defeat at the Italian Open after being beaten by Luciano Darderi in a dramatic three-set match, 6-1, 6-7 (10-12), 0-6. Zverev started strongly, taking the opening set comfortably, but the momentum shifted in the second set as Darderi fought back in a tense tiebreak. The match then took a [...] The post Alexander Zverev Knocked Out in Stunning Italian Open Upset appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Kylian Mbappe: Real Madrid Fans ‘Senseless’ for Petition – Utaka
A massive amount of Real Madrid fans have signed an online petition demanding Kylian Mbappé be sold, citing frustration over his attitude and commitment to the club. The backlash intensified after Mbappé was seen on a trip to Sardinia with his girlfriend during his recovery period instead of supporting his club. During the 2-0 defeat [...] The post Kylian Mbappe: Real Madrid Fans ‘Senseless’ for Petition – Utaka appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Crysencio Summerville Faces Summer Exit From West Ham as Premier League Rivals Circle
West Ham United are bracing for a wave of formal offers for Crysencio Summerville this summer, with the 24-year-old Dutch winger described by sources as being in “huge demand” despite the club’s desperate battle against relegation in the final weeks of the season. Aston Villa and Tottenham Hotspur have been most prominently linked with a […] The post Crysencio Summerville Faces Summer Exit From West Ham as Premier League Rivals Circle appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Coco Gauff Defeats Mirra Andreeva to Reach Italian Open Semi-Finals
Coco Gauff advanced to the semi-finals of the Italian Open after a hard-fought 4-6, 6-2, 6-4 victory over Mirra Andreeva on Friday. The world number three overcame a slow start against the world number eight, dropping the first set before raising her level to dominate the second and edge a tight deciding set. Gauff showed [...] The post Coco Gauff Defeats Mirra Andreeva to Reach Italian Open Semi-Finals appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Świątek Dominates Osaka to Reach Italian Open Quarterfinals as Gauff Sets Up Andreeva Clash
Iga Swiątek delivered one of her strongest performances of the season on Monday, overpowering Naomi Osaka 6-2, 6-1 to book her place in the quarterfinals of the Italian Open. The Polish star needed just one hour and 22 minutes to dismantle Osaka in a commanding display on clay. Świątek looked sharp from the opening set, [...] The post Świątek Dominates Osaka to Reach Italian Open Quarterfinals as Gauff Sets Up Andreeva Clash appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Morocco earned ₦2.7tn from AFCON 2025: Should Nigeria target hosting Africa in 2032?
After Morocco successfully hosted the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), there may be new incentives for Nigeria to seriously consider bringing the continent’s biggest tournament back home, Soccernet.ng reports. Speaking at the Africa Forward Summit, Patrice Motsepe revealed that the tournament injected almost $2 billion (approx. ₦2.7 trillion) into Morocco’s economy after the competition […]
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Osasuna vs Atletico Madrid: Lookman rated high as Atletico seal UCL spot
Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman delivered an impressive performance as Atletico Madrid secured qualification for next season’s UEFA Champions League with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Osasuna on Tuesday night, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigerian forward opened the scoring from the penalty spot after a bright start, before substitute Alexander Sorloth added a second goal in the second half. […]
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World Team of the Week: Victor Osimhen joins Messi, Doku after title-winning display
Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen has been named in the latest World Team of the Week after delivering another decisive performance for Galatasaray during their Turkish Süper Lig title-clinching victory at the weekend, Soccernet.ng reports. According to statistics platform Flashscore, the Super Eagles forward was rated the best-performing centre-forward in world football for the week with […]
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Oliseh: NPFL Clubs Must Improve Financial Structure Of Players
Former Nigerian international Sunday Oliseh has strongly advocated for improved salaries and better treatment for players in the Nigeria Professional Football League to reduce the drain of talent abroad. In a chat with Brila FM, Oliseh stated that fair compensation for local talent is essential for the development of Nigerian football, highlighting that poor pay [...] The post Oliseh: NPFL Clubs Must Improve Financial Structure Of Players appeared first on Complete Sports.
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NPFL: Remo Stars Won’t Be Relegated — Abd’Allah
Remo Stars technical adviser Usman Abd’Allah insisted that his team will maintain their top-flight status at the end of the season. The Sky Blue Stars boosted their survival hopes with a hard-earned 2-1 victory over Bayelsa United in Ikenne last weekend. Ofem Nneoyi gave Bayelsa United the lead after five minutes. Remo Stars however rallied [...] The post NPFL: Remo Stars Won’t Be Relegated — Abd’Allah appeared first on Complete Sports.
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“All About Class” – Utaka Urges Osimhen on Real Madrid Decision
With growing reports linking Victor Osimhen with a move to LaLiga giants Real Madrid, former Montpellier and Nigeria forward John Utaka has urged the player to consider a return to mainstream Europe. In recent weeks, Osimhen has been in the headlines over a possible move away from newly crowned Turkish Super Lig champions Galatasaray. Similarly, [...] The post “All About Class” – Utaka Urges Osimhen on Real Madrid Decision appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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FA Cup Final: Chelsea Need A Miracle To Overcome Man City –Petit
France legend Emmanuel Petit has disclosed that Chelsea will need a miracle to overcome Manchester City in the final of the FA Cup. In a chat with BOYLE Sports, Petit criticized Chelsea’s lack of a clinical edge in recent games, citing wasted opportunities and missed chances. He noted that while Manchester City are ruthless and [...] The post FA Cup Final: Chelsea Need A Miracle To Overcome Man City –Petit appeared first on Complete Sports.
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I’ve Never Trusted Anything With VAR —Guardiola Opens Up On West Ham vs Arsenal
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says he has “never trusted anything” with referees and VAR after a pivotal decision in the Premier League title race. Arsenal moved five points clear of City with two games remaining after edging past West Ham 1-0 on Sunday as the hosts were denied a late equaliser following a VAR [...] The post I’ve Never Trusted Anything With VAR —Guardiola Opens Up On West Ham vs Arsenal appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Barcelona Threaten Legal Action Against Madrid After Perez’s Comments
Barcelona confirmed their legal department is “carefully examining” accusations Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez made during his head-turning emergency press conference on Tuesday afternoon, si.com reports. Just two days after Los Blancos suffered a lifeless 2–0 defeat in the final El Clásico of the season, the Spaniard spoke for over an hour in what could [...] The post Barcelona Threaten Legal Action Against Madrid After Perez’s Comments appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Accra 2026: Amusan Determined To Retain Women’s 100m Hurdles Title
World record holder Tobi Amusan is keen to retain her Women’s 100m hurdles title at the 2026 African Senior Athletics Championship, Completesports.com reports. Amusan breezed into the final of the event after winning her heat with a season’s best time of 12.82s. The 29-year-old will be gunning for a third title at the University of [...] The post Accra 2026: Amusan Determined To Retain Women’s 100m Hurdles Title appeared first on Complete Sports.
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I Won’t Resign As Real Madrid President –Perez
Florentino Pérez has officially stated that he won’t resign as president of Real Madrid, defying intense speculation and calling for early elections to solidify his position. Following a trophyless season, the 79-year-old president addressed rumors of his departure by convening an emergency press conference, asserting his commitment to the club and his intention to stand [...] The post I Won’t Resign As Real Madrid President –Perez appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Accra 2026: Team Nigeria Claims Two Medals On Opening Day
Team Nigeria won two medals on the opening day of the 2026 African Senior Athletics Championship in Accra, Ghana, Completesports.com reports. The two medals were won in the women’s Discus event. Divine Oladipo, making her first international appearance for Nigeria, claimed silver in the event. Read Also:Accra 2026: Amusan Cruises Into Women’s 100m Hurdles Final [...] The post Accra 2026: Team Nigeria Claims Two Medals On Opening Day appeared first on Complete Sports.
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ASAC 2026: Ashe Zooms Into Men’s 100m Semifinals
Favour Ashe has qualified for the men’s 100 metres semifinals at the African Athletics Championships, running a solo race after his protest for being disqualified was successful. Ashe clocked a time of 10.55s, which put him in the 24 overall, thereby qualifying for Wednesday’s men’s 100m semifinals. The Nigerian sprint star was initially disqualified for [...] The post ASAC 2026: Ashe Zooms Into Men’s 100m Semifinals appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Accra 2026: Amusan Cruises Into Women’s 100m Hurdles Final
World record holder Tobi Amusan zoomed into final of the women’s 100m hurdles at the 2026 African Senior Athletics Championship on Tuesday, Completesports.com reports. Amusan, who is gunning for her third African title won her heat in a season’s best time of 12.82s. The 29-year-old qualified as the fastest overall in the two heats. Read [...] The post Accra 2026: Amusan Cruises Into Women’s 100m Hurdles Final appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Genoa Revive Interest In Super Eagles Defender
Serie A club Genoa have revived their interest in Blackburn Rovers defender Ryan Alebiosu,Completesports.com reports. The Rossoblù pushed to sign the exciting right-back during the winter transfer window, but had their offer rejected by Blackburn Rovers. Genoa still have Alebiosu on their radar, and will made another attempt to sign him this summer, according to [...] The post Genoa Revive Interest In Super Eagles Defender appeared first on Complete Sports.
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African Athletics: Golden Girl Tobi Amusan Leads Charge as Nigeria Storms Ghana
All eyes will be on Tobi Amusan as the world record holder begins her quest for a third African 100m hurdles title at the 2026 African Senior Athletics Championships in Accra, Ghana. The six-day competition, holding at the University of Ghana, the spotlight shines on Nigeria’s sprint hurdles queen, whose dominance continues to redefine African [...] The post African Athletics: Golden Girl Tobi Amusan Leads Charge as Nigeria Storms Ghana appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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ASAC 2026: Nigeria Wins Protest Over Disqualification Of Ashe
Nigeria won its protest for the disqualification of Favour Ashe in the men’s 100m at the African Athletics Championships in Accra, Ghana, Making of Champions reports. On Tuesday, Ashe was disqualified in his first race of the championships for false start. But Nigeria protested that Ashe’s disqualification was unjust, following the repeated malfunctioning of the [...] The post ASAC 2026: Nigeria Wins Protest Over Disqualification Of Ashe appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Wallin: Joshua Won’t Escape Defeat Against Fury
Swedish heavyweight Otto Wallin has disclosed that Tyson Fury remains the favourite to beat Anthony Joshua, despite having previously stated that Joshua was a tougher opponent when they faced each other. In a chat with World Boxing News, Wallin noted that Fury’s superior boxing skills, size, and ability to move make him the likely winner. [...] The post Wallin: Joshua Won’t Escape Defeat Against Fury appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Agbonlahor: Richarlison Is The Slowest Player In Premier League
Former Aston Villa forward Gabby Agbonlahor has labelled Tottenham striker Richarlison as the slowest player in the Premier League following Spurs’ 1-1 draw with Leeds United on Monday. The comment followed a frustrating performance where Spurs looked toothless in attack. Reacting after the game, Agbonlahor in a chat with talkSPORT, stated that the Brazilian international [...] The post Agbonlahor: Richarlison Is The Slowest Player In Premier League appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Do You Know Bruno Fernandes is ONE EPL ASSIST AWAY FROM IMMORTALITY? – Find Out How
Bruno Fernandes is on the brink of rewriting Premier League history and with just two games left, the Manchester United captain could etch his name alongside the greatest creators the league has ever seen… or even surpass them. The magic number? 20 assists in a single season. A record currently shared by two icons: Thierry [...] The post Do You Know Bruno Fernandes is ONE EPL ASSIST AWAY FROM IMMORTALITY? – Find Out How appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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ASAC 2026: Nigeria’s Ashe Disqualified For False Start In Men’s 100m
Nigeria’s medal hopeful Favour Ashe has been disqualified for a false start in the men’s 100m at the African Athletics Championships in Ghana. Competing in heat 2, Ashe had completed the race before he was eventually disqualified. Ashe and a Cameroonian athlete in the race, didn’t hear the call-back from the umpires, and were both [...] The post ASAC 2026: Nigeria’s Ashe Disqualified For False Start In Men’s 100m appeared first on Complete Sports.
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CAF Awards: Hakimi, Osimhen, Diaz set for POTY showdown in Nigeria
Nigeria will welcome several high-profile visitors later this year following the latest development from the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Soccernet.ng reports. The West African nation is set to host the 48th CAF Ordinary General Assembly as well as the CAF Awards ceremony, both scheduled to take place later this year. The CAF Ordinary General Assembly, which holds annually and usually […]
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NPFL 2026 title: Two eternal games await as Rivers United battle Rangers for league crown
The 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season is heading towards one of the most dramatic finishes in recent history, Soccernet.ng reports. Only one point separates leaders Rangers International and second-placed Rivers United before the final round of matches this weekend. Rangers sit top of the table with 65 points after 37 matches, while Rivers […]
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“They Tried to Stop Them But Falconets REFUSE to Fall” – How Nigeria Sealed U20 World Cup Ticket
Nigeria’s U-20 women’s team, the Falconets, once again proved why they are one of the most consistent sides in youth football, battling through adversity to qualify for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Poland. Despite a tense 2–1 defeat to Malawi’s Young Scorchers in the second leg in Lilongwe, Nigeria advanced 3–2 on [...] The post “They Tried to Stop Them But Falconets REFUSE to Fall” – How Nigeria Sealed U20 World Cup Ticket appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Nigeria To Host 2026 CAF Awards, Ordinary Congress
Nigeria will host the 2026 Confederation of African Football ,CAF, Awards Ceremony and the 48th CAF Ordinary General Assembly, reports Completesports.com. The 2026 CAF General Assembly will hold in October. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu approved Nigeria’s proposed hosting of both events at the Africa Forward Summit currently ongoing in Nairobi, Kenya, following a meeting with [...] The post Nigeria To Host 2026 CAF Awards, Ordinary Congress appeared first on Complete Sports.
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