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“Intensive treatment” – Trabzonspor sweating over Paul Onuachu’s injury
Turkish Super Lig club Trabzonspor are sweating over the fitness of Super Eagles striker Paul Onuachu, Soccernet.ng reports. Onuachu has been a key player for the Black Sea Storm this season, contributing 24 goals and two assists in 28 appearances across all competitions. He has proven to be a reliable goal poacher, accounting for over […]
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Arsenal or Sporting CP: Lookman speaks on possible UCL semi-final opponent
Ademola Lookman has revealed that Atletico Madrid are ready to take on any opponent in the semifinal of the UEFA Champions League, as they await a possible showdown with either Arsenal or Sporting CP, Soccernet.ng reports. Los Rojiblancos booked their spot in the last four for the first time since the 2016-17 season after edging past rivals Barcelona 3-2 on aggregate despite a […]
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SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 85: Bayern Munich vs Real Madrid Second Leg Preview
Bayern Munich faces Real Madrid at their home turf tonight in a Champions League quarter-final second leg. Vincent Kompany’s men head into this match with a one-goal advantage from the first leg and will be eager to confirm their spot in the semi-final against Pari St. Germain. Real Madrid face the grim prospect of a [...] The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 85: Bayern Munich vs Real Madrid Second Leg Preview appeared first on Complete Sports.
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“I Leave With Pride!” – Bankole Olowookere Bows Out, Sends Powerful Message to Flamingos Successor
A defining chapter in Nigerian women’s football has come to a close as Bankole Olowookere officially stepped down as head coach of Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos. Following the conclusion of his tenure, the highly respected tactician delivered an emotional farewell, reflecting on a journey marked by historic achievements, resilience, and national pride. [...] The post “I Leave With Pride!” – Bankole Olowookere Bows Out, Sends Powerful Message to Flamingos Successor appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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UCL: Lookman Still Has More To Offer Atlético Madrid — Simeone
Atlético Madrid head coach Diego Simeone believes Ademola Lookman still has more to offer the team as he continues to make his mark. The Nigeria international starred in Atletico’s 2-1 defeat to Barcelona in the second leg of their UEFA Champions League quarter-final tie on Tuesday night Lookman’s 31st minute strike proved decisive as the [...] The post UCL: Lookman Still Has More To Offer Atlético Madrid — Simeone appeared first on Complete Sports.
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The Highest Paid Footballer In The World: Salaries, Rankings, And What The Gap Reveals
The money football generates has a commercial reach that extends well beyond clubs, agents, and kit deals. Player salaries at this level drive entertainment spending across multiple industries, and regulated gambling is one of them. Players in the region looking to understand what that regulated landscape looks like can find a breakdown of licensed operators [...] The post The Highest Paid Footballer In The World: Salaries, Rankings, And What The Gap Reveals appeared first on Complete Sports.
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10 Nigerian Track And Field Stars Ready To Dominate 2026
The 2026 outdoor track and field season promises fireworks for Nigeria. A new generation of athletes is chasing history, rewriting records, and carrying the nation’s hopes on the global stage. Kanyinsola Ajayi is closing in on Olusoji Fasuba’s legendary 100m record. Samuel Ogazi is redefining the 400m with record-breaking runs at just 19. Israel Okon [...] The post 10 Nigerian Track And Field Stars Ready To Dominate 2026 appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Last Step To The Semi-Finals: What To Expect From The Champions League Quarter-Final Second Legs
The best sports betting site 1xBet has prepared a preview of the decisive matches for places in the semi-finals of Europe’s premier club competition. Follow this link, pick your favorites and place bets responsibly – based on analysis, not intuition. Liverpool vs Paris Saint-Germain, April 14 The reigning champions quickly took the initiative in the [...] The post Last Step To The Semi-Finals: What To Expect From The Champions League Quarter-Final Second Legs appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Zlatan Ibile and Mr Eazi respond after Atletico Madrid knocked Barca out of the UCL
Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Zlatan Ibile, alongside Mr Eazi have reacted to Barcelona's loss against Atletico Madrid in the UEFA Champions League, Soccernet.ng reports. The Catalan giants suffered a 2-0 loss at the Spotify Camp Nou in the first leg, where they spent most of the game with ten men. Atletico used the numerical advantage to […]
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Lookman Made Difference For Atletico Vs Barcelona — Oliseh
Former Super Eagles head coach Sunday Oliseh has praised Ademola Lookman for his standout performance in Atlético Madrid’s victory over Barcelona. Lookman scored the crucial goal that helped Diego Simeone’s side secure a place in the UEFA Champions League semi-finals, edging out their La Liga rivals 3-2 on aggregate. Atlético had taken control of the [...] The post Lookman Made Difference For Atletico Vs Barcelona — Oliseh appeared first on Complete Sports.
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I’ve No Plan To Leave Como –Fabregas
Como manager Cesc Fabregas has debunked reports circulating in the media that he plans to leave the club at the end of the season. The Spanish tactician, who has been heavily linked to a move to Chelsea, told the club’s website that he’s committed to the project of the club. “I am very committed to [...] The post I’ve No Plan To Leave Como –Fabregas appeared first on Complete Sports.
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€35m and worth every penny? Simeone speaks on Lookman after Barcelona win 
Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has praised Ademola Lookman for his growing influence after their dramatic UEFA Champions League elimination of Barcelona on Tuesday night, Soccernet.ng reports. The Super Eagles forward proved decisive on the night, scoring the crucial goal that helped Atletico advance to their first Champions League semifinal since the 2016–17 campaign despite a 2–1 defeat in the second leg to […]
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“We need Bastoni and Osimhen” – Nigerian Barcelona fans cry out after Champions League loss to Atletico
Barcelona's hopes of winning the UEFA Champions League hit a roadblock last night after they were knocked out by Ademola Lookman's Atletico Madrid at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano, Soccernet.ng reports. Atletico Madrid secured a 2-0 lead in the first leg at Spotify Camp Nou, courtesy of goals from Julian Alvarez and Alexander Sorloth, although a […]
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We’re Now Ready To Win Champions League —Atletico Coach Simeone
Diego Simeone said Atletico Madrid are ready to win the UEFA Champions League title after knocking out Barcelona on Tuesday to reach the semi-finals. The Rojiblancos fell to a 2-1 quarter-final second leg defeat at home but that was enough to progress 3-2 on aggregate after their 2-0 win at Camp Nou last week. Atletico, [...] The post We’re Now Ready To Win Champions League —Atletico Coach Simeone appeared first on Complete Sports.
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UCL: Everyone In Madrid Believe We Can Do It —Arbeloa On Must Win Clash With Bayern
Real Madrid head coach Álvaro Arbeloa is doing his best to convince everyone around him that there is absolutely zero doubt that his team can pull off the upset vs. Bayern Munich in the Champions League. With his team trailing 2-1 on aggregate, Arbeloa is projecting confidence and excitement. “We’re excited. Everyone in Madrid believes [...] The post UCL: Everyone In Madrid Believe We Can Do It —Arbeloa On Must Win Clash With Bayern appeared first on Complete Sports.
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NPFL: Michael Fires Into Golden Boot Race With 10th Goal For Enyimba In Debut Season
Enyimba youngster, Chidera Michael, has joined the race for the 2025/2026 NPFL Top Scorer’s Award, Completesports.com reports. Michael scored his 10th goal of the season in Enyimba’s emphatic 3-0 victory over Katsina United in Sunday’s Matchday 34 clash in Aba, moving into third place on the scorers’ chart behind Ikorodu City’s Joseph Arumala (12 goals) [...] The post NPFL: Michael Fires Into Golden Boot Race With 10th Goal For Enyimba In Debut Season appeared first on Complete Sports.
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What Ademola Lookman said after firing Atlético Madrid to Barcelona win and UCL semifinal
Ademola Lookman has shared his thoughts after he played the key role as Atlético Madrid booked their place in the semi-finals of the UEFA Champions League after edging past Barcelona 3-2 on aggregate, Soccernet.ng reports. It was a tense and dramatic night at Riyadh Air Metropolitano in Madrid. Despite losing 2-1 in the second leg, […]
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Winning La Liga Remains Barca’s Priority –Flick
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has disclosed that his focus now is to win La Liga following his team’s Champions League elimination by Atletico Madrid. Flick, in a chat with BBC Sport, expressed pride in his team’s performance, particularly in their fight and attacking style, despite their elimination. “We played a fantastic first half. We had [...] The post Winning La Liga Remains Barca’s Priority –Flick appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Lookman Thrilled With Atletico’s Win Over Barcelona
Ademola Lookman has reacted to Atletico Madrid’s UEFA Champions League quarter-final victory over Barcelona, reports Completesports.com. Diego Simeone’s went down 2-1 against their LaLiga rivals at the Metropolitano Stadium on Tuesday night. Atletico however won the contest 3-2 on aggregate. Barcelona got off to a perfect start with Lamine Yamal handing them the lead after [...] The post Lookman Thrilled With Atletico’s Win Over Barcelona appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Chelle targets NPFL stars for Unity Cup as Osimhen, Lookman lead Super Eagles vs Portugal, Poland
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has made it clear that this summer will be about both discovery and strength as Nigeria prepare for a busy run of matches across May and June, Soccernet.ng reports. The Malian tactician is planning to use the 2026 Unity Cup in London as a testing ground, while keeping his […]
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UCL: We Deserved To Get To Semifinals —Barcelona Coach Rues Atletico Defeat
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said he believes his eliminated team deserved to progress to the Champions League semi-finals but had to learn from their 3-2 aggregate defeat by Atletico Madrid on Tuesday. The Catalan giants earned a 2-1 quarter-final second leg victory at the Metropolitano stadium but it was not enough to reach the final [...] The post UCL: We Deserved To Get To Semifinals —Barcelona Coach Rues Atletico Defeat appeared first on Complete Sports.
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UCL: Lookman Scores As Atletico Edge Barcelona To Reach Semis
Ademola Lookman was on target as Atletico Madrid sealed a place in the semi-final of the UEFA Champions League following a 3-2 aggregate win over Barcelona. Barcelona were looking to overcome a 2-0 deficit from the first leg, and scored two early goals in the game. Lamine Yamal gave Hansi Flick’s side the lead after [...] The post UCL: Lookman Scores As Atletico Edge Barcelona To Reach Semis appeared first on Complete Sports.
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“Several players need to go” – Nigerian Manchester United fans reflect on Leeds United defeat
Manchester United‘s seventh loss of the English Premier League season was confirmed last night as Leeds United clinched a 2-1 win, courtesy of a double from Noah Okafor, Soccernet.ng reports. Michael Carrick's side hadn't kicked a ball in an official game since the 20th of March, before the International break, and were a little rusty […]
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English Championship Player Impregnates Head Coach’s Daughter
Sheffield United star Oliver Arblaster is set to become a father – and the mother is his manager Chris Wilder’s daughter. Martha Elizabeth Wilder took to Instagram on Sunday night to share her exciting news with a series of polaroid photos of her proudly showing off her growing bump, baby scans and loved-up selfies with [...] The post English Championship Player Impregnates Head Coach’s Daughter appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Atlético’s Ademola Lookman becomes 4th Super Eagles star with UCL quarterfinal goal
Ademola Lookman has written his name into Nigerian football history after becoming only the fourth Super Eagles player to score in a UEFA Champions League quarter-final, Soccernet.ng reports. The former Atalanta forward struck for Atlético Madrid in their high-stakes second-leg clash against Barcelona, delivering a goal that changed the direction of the tie. Lookman’s moment […]
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Arteta Gives Update On Saka, Rice Injury
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has given injury updates on the duo of Bukayo Saka and Declan Rice ahead of Wednesday’s second leg quarterfinal of the Champions League. Arteta, in a chat with the club’s website, stated that he must wait for a final assessment, with Rice suffering from fatigue/minor injury and Saka managing an Achilles [...] The post Arteta Gives Update On Saka, Rice Injury appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Onuachu vs Kane, Mbappé: How Nigeria star is fighting the odds in Golden Shoe race
Nigeria striker Paul Onuachu is enjoying one of the finest seasons of his career as he continues to fire Trabzonspor to an unexpected challenge for the Turkish Super Lig title, Soccernet.ng reports. However, Onuachu's position in the race for the European Golden Shoe shows just how tough the competition can be. As of mid-April 2026, […]
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Unity Cup Will Be Used To Assess New Players, First Team Will Play Poland, Portugal Friendlies —Chelle
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has said he will use the Unity Cup to try out new players. The Super Eagles will defend their Unity Cup title billed for Charlton Athletic’s The Valley stadium from May 26 to 30. Other teams who will feature alongside the Super Eagles are India, Zimbabwe and Jamaica. The [...] The post Unity Cup Will Be Used To Assess New Players, First Team Will Play Poland, Portugal Friendlies —Chelle appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Okoye Named In Serie A Team Of The Week
Maduka Okoye has earned a spot in the Serie A Team of the Week after delivering a standout performance in Udinese’s 3-0 win over AC Milan at the San Siro. The Nigerian goalkeeper made several crucial saves to secure a memorable victory for the Zebras, denying efforts from Luka Modric, Alexis Saelemaekers, and Youssouf Fofana. [...] The post Okoye Named In Serie A Team Of The Week appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Man City Now Have Momentum In EPL Title Race —Scholes
Former Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes has delivered a stark assessment of the Premier League title race, declaring that “Arsenal are gone” and asserting that “all the momentum” lies with Manchester City. The Gunners’ lead at the top was cut to six points at the weekend after they suffered a shock 2-1 defeat at home [...] The post Man City Now Have Momentum In EPL Title Race —Scholes appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Super Eagles prospect? Ayaosi’s breakout season sparks Viktoria Plzen, Slavia Prague interest
Emmanuel Ayaosi produced one of his best displays of the season at the weekend, providing two assists as MFK Karvina came from behind to beat Slovan Liberec 3-1 in the Czech top flight, Soccernet.ng reports. The 21-year-old Nigerian winger played the full match and was at the heart of everything positive for his side, especially […]
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Dutch-born Nigerian defender attracts interest from Belgian and Dutch clubs ahead of summer move
Dutch-born Nigerian defender Endurance Alade is in advanced talks over a summer transfer, with a second-division club in the Netherlands and a Belgian side both in negotiations to sign the 20-year-old centre-back, Soccernet.ng can exclusively reveal. The move would represent a significant step up for Alade, who currently plays for Vitesse's under-21 side, and could […]
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Palmer Looks Lost Without Jackson At Chelsea –Mikel
Former Nigerian international Mikel Obi believes Chelsea star Cole Palmer looks completely lost without Nicholas Jackson in the team. Following a season-long loan to Bayern Munich,  Jackson has maintained a respectable output in the Bundesliga, recording eight goals and four assists despite often being a rotational option. Read Also:Super Eagles Midfielder Named In MLS Team [...] The post Palmer Looks Lost Without Jackson At Chelsea –Mikel appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Robben: Don’t Compare Me With Olise
Bayern Munich legend Arjen Robben has disclosed that he should not be compared with Michael Olise after a fine run of form. Olise, who has been linked with Liverpool, has been compared to Robben due to his influence in attack, and now the Dutchman has responded to such links as he brushes aside such suggestions, [...] The post Robben: Don’t Compare Me With Olise appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Maduka Okoye: Super Eagles goalie earns Serie A honour after brilliant showing against AC Milan
Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has been named in the Italian Serie A Team of the Week for gameweek 32, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Okoye has been brilliant for Udinese this season, and he produced yet another great performance for his side when they traveled to Stadio Giuseppe Meazza to take on league giants AC Milan. ​The […]
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