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Galatasaray Renew Interest In Super Eagles Midfielder
Galatasaray have renewed their pursuit of Club Brugge midfielder Raphael Onyedika, Completesports.com reports. The Turkish Super Lig champions previously attempted to sign the Nigeria international in January. Their bid was however I turned down by the Belgian club. Read Also:Werder Bremen Boss Drops Hint On Boniface Absence Vs Augsburg With former Arsenal midfielder Lucas Torreira [...] The post Galatasaray Renew Interest In Super Eagles Midfielder appeared first on Complete Sports.
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How The Right Tennis Equipment Impacts Performance At Every Level
Hitting the ball well takes more than just talent. When you play often, your body needs to keep up – rhythm matters, timing too. Instead of guessing what works, think about how each piece fits your game. New players start slow, yet even they feel the difference good tools make. Pros rely on fine details, [...] The post How The Right Tennis Equipment Impacts Performance At Every Level appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Beijing rejects US’ proposed curbs on Chinese entities
On Thursday, the FCC voted to advance measures that would disqualify testing and certification bodies from countries without mutual recognition agreements with the US and prohibit entities on the so-called "covered list" from conducting telecommunications business in the US.
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What’s Driving The High Cost Of World Cup 2026 Tickets
2026 World Cup tickets are projected to be the most expensive in history. A general public ticket costs start at $120 and reach $10,990+ for the final games. Resale tickets for top matches are already priced at $38,000, and private suites for the final are reaching $199,000. Let’s find out what affects the cost of [...] The post What’s Driving The High Cost Of World Cup 2026 Tickets appeared first on Complete Sports.
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AI actors and writers not eligible for Oscars – Academy
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has drawn a clear line on the role of artificial intelligence in filmmaking, confirming that only human-led performances and writing will be eligible for Oscar recognition. Under the updated rules, acting must be “demonstrably performed by humans,” while scripts must be fully written by people to qualify […]
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EXCLUSIVE: NPFL 2025/2026 Set To Produce Best Champions In Decades — Iroha
Ben Iroha, a former Super Eagles defender, has posited that the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season could produce the best Nigerian league champions in decades, Completesports.com reports. Iroha, a 2007 FIFA U-17 World Cup Golden Eaglets assistant coach, exclusively told Completesports.com on Friday that the organisation of the league this term has been [...] The post EXCLUSIVE: NPFL 2025/2026 Set To Produce Best Champions In Decades — Iroha appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Hosting International Matches Has Helped To Put Our Stadium On World Map —Remo Stars General Secretary
Remo Stars football club General Secretary, Michael Onikute, has said hosting international matches has helped in placing their stadium on the global stage. The 5000 capacity Remo Stars stadium was opened in 2020 and hosted its first league game in 2021. The stadium underwent significant redevelopment works involving the installation of a hybrid synthetic pitch [...] The post Hosting International Matches Has Helped To Put Our Stadium On World Map —Remo Stars General Secretary appeared first on Complete Sports.
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NPFL: Enyimba Boosted By Top Scorer’s Return Ahead Crucial Remo Stars Clash
Enyimba Receive Timely Boost With Michael’s Return Enyimba have been handed a massive squad boost ahead of their Sunday’s NPFL matchday 36 high-octane clash against title holders, Remo Stars, Completesports.com reports. This follows the return of the People’s Elephant leading scorer, Chidera Michael, who was unavailable during the April 26 Abia State FA Cup final [...] The post NPFL: Enyimba Boosted By Top Scorer’s Return Ahead Crucial Remo Stars Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Ademola Lookman names Chelsea, Liverpool stars as toughest defenders he’s faced
Nigeria and Atlético Madrid forward Ademola Lookman has revealed the two defenders who have given him the hardest time in his career, Soccernet.ng reports. The Super Eagles attacker named Chelsea captain Reece James and Liverpool centre-back Virgil van Dijk as the toughest opponents he has come up against. The 28-year-old, who has been one of […]
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Coventry City Target John Stones as Promoted Side Dare to Dream in First Summer Back in EPL
Coventry City’s return to the Premier League after 25 years has already produced one extraordinary chapter in the Championship title victory over Wrexham, and now the newly promoted club are aiming to add another by attempting to sign one of the most decorated defenders in English football history, with SportsBoom revealing that Frank Lampard’s side […] The post Coventry City Target John Stones as Promoted Side Dare to Dream in First Summer Back in EPL appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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U-20 WWCQ: Malawi Look To End Falconets’ Perfect World Cup Qualification Record
Nigeria’s Falconets host Malawi in the first leg of their 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifier, final round, on Saturday, 2 May 2026, at the Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne. The Falconets are targeting a 12th appearance at the U-20 women’s World Cup which will take place in Poland in September. Since making its debut [...] The post U-20 WWCQ: Malawi Look To End Falconets’ Perfect World Cup Qualification Record appeared first on Complete Sports.
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NPFL: Kun Khalifat Ready To Take Down ‘Old Dog’ Kano Pillars — Uzoho
Kun Khalifat FC head coach, Obinna Uzoho, has expressed confidence ahead of his side’s crucial clash against Kano Pillars. The Owerri-based club will host the four-time NPFL champions at the Dan Anyiam Stadium, with both teams eager to claim maximum points as they battle to avoid relegation this season. Kano Pillars, managed by Mohammed Babaganaru, [...] The post NPFL: Kun Khalifat Ready To Take Down ‘Old Dog’ Kano Pillars — Uzoho appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Valencia vs Atlético Madrid: How to watch Lookman and Sadiq from Nigeria
Valencia welcome Atlético Madrid to the famous Mestalla Stadium on Saturday afternoon in a La Liga Round 34 fixture that carries importance at both ends of the table, Soccernet.ng reports. Kick-off is set for 15:15 WAT, and for Nigerian fans, this match offers a rare chance to watch two Super Eagles forwards, Umar Sadiq and […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Okonkwo Or Ward? Parkinson Faces Big Call In Wrexham Championship Playoff Decider
New Super Eagles prospect, Arthur Okonkwo, finds himself at the centre of Wrexham A.F.C.’s most decisive moment of the 2025/26 EFL Championship season, as manager Phil Parkinson weighs a crucial goalkeeping choice that could determine whether the club, secures a coveted playoff place, Completesports.com reports. Parkinson must choose between Arthur Okonkwo and Danny Ward for [...] The post EXCLUSIVE: Okonkwo Or Ward? Parkinson Faces Big Call In Wrexham Championship Playoff Decider appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Moses Usor boosts Super Eagles chances, inspires LASK to historic Austrian Cup win
Nigerian forward Moses Usor has moved closer to a possible Super Eagles call-up after playing a key role in LASK’s famous Austrian Cup triumph, ending the club’s 61-year wait for silverware, Soccernet.ng reports. In a victory powered by three Nigeria-born stars, Usor was once again on target as LASK defeated SCR Altach 4-2 after extra […]
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I’m Not Finished Yet –Salah
Liverpool star Mohamed Salah has disclosed that he still has a lot to give and feels physically in good shape, despite confirming his intention to leave Anfield at the end of the season. The Egyptian international recently suffered a minor muscle injury against Crystal Palace that has ruled him out of the Manchester United clash [...] The post I’m Not Finished Yet –Salah appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Werder Bremen Boss Drops Hint On Boniface Absence Vs Augsburg
Werder Bremen head coach Daniel Thioune has hinted that Victor Boniface may not make the matchday squad for Saturday’s Bundesliga clash with FC Augsburg. The Nigerian forward, currently on loan at Bremen, has struggled with injuries throughout the campaign, including a knee issue that kept him sidelined for a lengthy spell. Although he recently returned [...] The post Werder Bremen Boss Drops Hint On Boniface Absence Vs Augsburg appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Okocha Is The Most Underrated Player In Premier League History —Arsenal Legend
Legendary Arsenal striker Ian Wright has described former Super Eagles star midfielder Austin Okocha as the most underrated player in the history of the Premier League. After spending four years at Paris Saint-Germain, Okocha joined Bolton Wanderers under Sam Allardyce as a free agent. The mercurial number 10 became a favourite with the Bolton fans [...] The post Okocha Is The Most Underrated Player In Premier League History —Arsenal Legend appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Mourinho Breaks Silence On Real Madrid Return
Benfica manager Jose Mourinho has denied talks with Real Madrid to return to the Santiago Bernabeu this summer, amid a number of reports claiming that he is in pole position to take over from Alvaro Arbeloa. The Portuguese manager is one of the favourites for the job, with no clear candidate having emerged thus far. [...] The post Mourinho Breaks Silence On Real Madrid Return appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Arsenal legend names Okocha as most underrated player in EPL history
Former Super Eagles and Bolton Wanderers star Austin Okocha enjoyed a glittering playing career built on flair and pure entertainment in his days, Soccernet.ng reports. The 1996 Olympic gold medallist is widely regarded as one of the greatest African footballers of all time and featured for several top European clubs during his career, representing the likes of Eintracht Frankfurt, Fenerbahçe and Paris Saint-Germain […]
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British Singer Turns Down Offer To Perform At Joshua Vs Fury Fight
British singer Dua Lipa has turned down an offer to perform at the anticipated 2026 heavyweight boxing clash between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury. Despite Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority chairman Turki Alalshikh reportedly making her performance a likely humorous condition for the event, the singer turned down the invitation. Read Also:Petit Backs Osimhen To [...] The post British Singer Turns Down Offer To Perform At Joshua Vs Fury Fight appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Petit Backs Osimhen To End Chelsea’s Striker Curse
Former Chelsea midfielder Emmanuel Petit believes Victor Osimhen has what it takes to finally break the club’s long-standing striker’s curse. The Blues have found it difficult to secure a reliable number nine in the years following the departures of Didier Drogba and Diego Costa Osimhen was close to joining Chelsea two years ago, before moving [...] The post Petit Backs Osimhen To End Chelsea’s Striker Curse appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Real Madrid Yet To Contact Me –Mourinho
Benfica coach Jose Mourinho has disclosed that he’s yet to be contacted by Real Madrid to be their next manager. Recall that current Real Madrid manager Alvaro Arbeloa seems set to be replaced with the team heading for a second consecutive season without a major trophy. Real Madrid trail La Liga leaders Barcelona by 11 [...] The post Real Madrid Yet To Contact Me –Mourinho appeared first on Complete Sports.
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1984: The Best And The Worst Year Of My Football Career — Odegbami
Football Career Peak: Shooting Stars’ Historic Run The only continental club trophy that Nigeria had not won by 1984 was the African Championship Clubs Cup. A few clubs had got to the finals, or close to it, and faltered. In 1984, IICC Shooting Stars FC of Ibadan were probably the best team on the African [...] The post 1984: The Best And The Worst Year Of My Football Career — Odegbami appeared first on Complete Sports.
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2026 U-20 WWCQ: Malawi Captain Expects Intense Game With Falconets
Malawi captain Leticia Chinyamula is anticipating an intense clash with Nigeria’s Falconets, in Ikenne on Saturday. Malawi will be guests to the Falconets in the first leg of the 2026 U-20 women’s World Cup final qualifying round. The Malawians will go into the clash full of confidence, after bashing Guinea-Bissau 6-2 on aggregate in the [...] The post 2026 U-20 WWCQ: Malawi Captain Expects Intense Game With Falconets appeared first on Complete Sports.
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2026 U-20 WWCQ: We’ll Make Nigerians Proud –Falconets Captain Igbokwe Speaks Ahead Of Malawi Clash
Falconets captain Joy Igbokwe has promised Nigerians that she and her teammates will make them proud come Saturday against Malawi. The Falconets will host Malawi in the first leg, final round qualifier of the 2026 FIFA U-20 women’s World Cup. While the Falconets edged out Senegal to reach this stage, Malawi saw off Guinea-Bissau, as [...] The post 2026 U-20 WWCQ: We’ll Make Nigerians Proud –Falconets Captain Igbokwe Speaks Ahead Of Malawi Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.
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2026 U-20 WWCQ: Beating Nigeria Would Be A Big Achievement To Our Football —Malawi Coach Chombo
Malawi women’s U-20 head coach Maggie Chombo has said beating Nigeria’s Falconets will be a big achievement for football in her country. Chombo’s side are on the verge of making history as they face the Falconets in the first leg of the 2026 U-20 World Cup final round qualifiers. To get to this stage Malawi [...] The post 2026 U-20 WWCQ: Beating Nigeria Would Be A Big Achievement To Our Football —Malawi Coach Chombo appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Moses Usor On Target As LASK Beat Altach To Win Austrian Cup
Moses Usor scored for the third consecutive game as LASK defeated Altach 4-2 after extra time to win the Austrian Cup. The victory brought an end to LASK’s 61-year trophy drought. Altach took the lead within five minutes, but Usor restored parity for LASK six minutes later. It was the forward’s 14th goal of the [...] The post Moses Usor On Target As LASK Beat Altach To Win Austrian Cup appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Age Has Caught Up With Salah –Rooney
Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney believes age is taking its toll on Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah. The Egyptian international is set to leave the club at the end of the season after a dip in form Speaking on The Wayne Rooney Show, the former England striker said that Salah has shown signs of physical decline [...] The post Age Has Caught Up With Salah –Rooney appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Nottingham Forest Boss Gives Injury Update On Aina
Nottingham Forest head coach Vitor Pereira remains hopeful Ola Aina will be ready to face Chelsea on Monday. Aina was substituted in the second half of Forest’s 1-0 win over Aston Villa at the City Ground on Thursday night after receiving treatment. Pereira remain hopeful the Nigeria international will be available for the trip to [...] The post Nottingham Forest Boss Gives Injury Update On Aina appeared first on Complete Sports.
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2026 U-20 WWCQ: Falconets Coach Targets High Scoreline Win Against Malawi
Head coach of Nigeria’s Falconets Moses Aduku is targeting a high scoreline win in Saturday’s 2026 FIFA U-20 women’s World Cup final round qualifier against Malawi in Ikenne, Ogun State on Saturday. Speaking in Friday’s pre-match press conference, Aduku said he and his crew have studied the Malawians and know their strong areas and weaknesses. [...] The post 2026 U-20 WWCQ: Falconets Coach Targets High Scoreline Win Against Malawi appeared first on Complete Sports.
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2026 U-20 WWCQ: Five Key Facts About Nigeria vs Malawi
Nigeria’s U-20 women’s team, the Falconets, are on the brink of yet another historic milestone as they prepare to host Malawi in the decisive final round of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifiers. With a flawless qualification record dating back to the tournament’s inception, the seven-time African champions are once again poised to [...] The post 2026 U-20 WWCQ: Five Key Facts About Nigeria vs Malawi appeared first on Complete Sports.
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EPL: Show Some Level Of Determination –Arteta Speaks Ahead Arsenal Vs Fulham
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has advised his players to show some level of hunger and absolute focus as the Gunners prepare to host Fulham in a critical Premier League title showdown.  The Gunners are sitting three points clear of Manchester City at the top of the standings following last weekend’s 1-0 win over Newcastle United. [...] The post EPL: Show Some Level Of Determination –Arteta Speaks Ahead Arsenal Vs Fulham appeared first on Complete Sports.
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NFF Faulted for Neglect of Home-Based Players, Local Leagues
Former Nigerian international, Friday Ekpo has criticized the NFF for prioritizing foreign based players over those in the domestic league. Ekpo insists that the foundation of any successful national team should be rooted in its home league. The former League winner stressed that while foreign based players can add tactical depth and experience, they should [...] The post NFF Faulted for Neglect of Home-Based Players, Local Leagues appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Yamal, Olise Are Unique In Their Own Craft –Osimhen
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has disclosed that Barcelona star Lamine Yamal and Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise are unique in their style of playing football. Recall that the two have obviously been among the best left-footed wingers in the world this season, dazzling in La Liga and the Bundesliga as well as the UEFA [...] The post Yamal, Olise Are Unique In Their Own Craft –Osimhen appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Arsenal vs Fulham: Where to watch Nigerian stars battle each other in the Premier League
Premier League action resumes this weekend as Arsenal welcome Fulham to the Emirates Stadium for a highly anticipated London derby, Soccernet.ng reports. ​There is plenty at stake in this Gameweek 35 fixture, with both sides desperate for points in the final stretch of the campaign. ​The Gunners are currently locked in a fierce title race […]
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