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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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‘We’ll Never Forget’ — Okoye Reflects On Udinese’s Big San Siro Win
Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has reflected on the club’s stunning victory over AC Milan at the San Siro, Completesports.com reports. The Zebras thrashed Milan 3-0 in their Serie A clash on Saturday. Davide Bartesaghi (own goal), Jurgen Ekkelenkamp, and Arthur Atta were on target for Udinese in the game. Okoye On Special Weekend Okoye said [...] The post ‘We’ll Never Forget’ — Okoye Reflects On Udinese’s Big San Siro Win appeared first on Complete Sports.
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“He looks lost” – Super Eagles legend Mikel Obi makes shocking Nicolas Jackson admission
Former Super Eagles midfielder John Mikel Obi has admitted that Chelsea are feeling the absence of Senegalese striker Nicolas Jackson, Soccernet.ng reports. ​The Blues have endured a significant slump in recent weeks, with the club’s top performers struggling to maintain consistency. Defensively, the team has been shipping goals, while the attack has failed to find […]
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How Could Netflix Expand Its AFCON Documentary To Boost African Football Further?
African football is set to get much more global attention, as Netflix is preparing to release a documentary about the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The streaming service’s cameras went behind the scenes at the tournament and filmed a diverse range of content. There’s no doubt that this is great news for the game in [...] The post How Could Netflix Expand Its AFCON Documentary To Boost African Football Further? appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Collymore: It Won’t Be Difficult To Replace Salah
Former Liverpool striker Stan Collymore says he’s confident the Reds can replace Mohamed Salah if he leaves Anfield at the end of the season. The 33-year-old forward will depart Anfield as a free agent after a nine-year tenure. His tally of 256 goals in 437 appearances to date has the Egyptian sitting third on the [...] The post Collymore: It Won’t Be Difficult To Replace Salah appeared first on Complete Sports.
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2026 Unity Cup: Don’t Exclude NPFL Players From Eagles –Ekpo Tells Chelle
Former Nigerian international Friday Ekpo has advised Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle not to exclude players from the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) from the list of players that will be invited for the 2026 Unity Cup. Nigeria will compete in the 2026 Unity Cup in London from May 26–30, 2026, at The Valley, [...] The post 2026 Unity Cup: Don’t Exclude NPFL Players From Eagles –Ekpo Tells Chelle appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Emmanuel Fernandez: Rangers coach breaks silence on dressing room clash involving Super Eagles’ new boy
Rangers head coach Danny Rohl has cleared the air regarding an altercation involving Super Eagles defender Emmanuel Fernandez and teammate Tochi Chukwuani, Soccernet.ng reports. The Gers sealed a 6-3 win over Falkirk on Sunday, but it wasn't a smooth sail against John McGlynn’s side. Goals from Ben Broggio and Finn Yeats put Falkirk two goals […]
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NPFL: Ogunbote Offers Reasons For Plateau United’s Loss To Rivers United
Plateau United head coach, Gbenga Ogunbote, has attributed his team’s defeat to Rivers United to the poor condition of the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium pitch, while also admitting his players were undone by lapses in concentration. The Jos-based side suffered a narrow 1-0 loss in Port Harcourt on Sunday, a result that saw Rivers United return [...] The post NPFL: Ogunbote Offers Reasons For Plateau United’s Loss To Rivers United appeared first on Complete Sports.
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‘Look Mommy’ – Swiss star with Nigerian roots taunts Manchester United after Old Trafford brace
Leeds United sealed a 2-1 win over Manchester United at Old Trafford last night, but it was Noah Okafor's name that shone under the lights at the Theatre of Dreams, Soccernet.ng reports. Michael Carrick's side hadn't played a Premier League game in 25 games heading into the clash against Leeds, but they were shell-shocked five […]
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Super Eagles Midfielder Named In MLS Team Of The Week
Alhassan Yusuf has been named in Major League Soccer, MLS, Team of the Week, reports Completesports.com. The Nigeria international scored the winning goal in New England Revolution’s 1-0 victory over D.C. United at the Gillette Stadium last weekend. Yusuf has so far registered two goals in six league appearances for the Revs this season. The [...] The post Super Eagles Midfielder Named In MLS Team Of The Week appeared first on Complete Sports.
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EPL Matchweek 33 Preview: Title Race, Derby Drama and Key Insights
As the Premier League heads into Matchweek 33, the margin for error continues to shrink across all levels of the table. From the intensifying title race to the fight for European qualification and survival, this weekend’s fixtures could prove decisive. With several high-profile clashes lined up, fans can expect a weekend filled with tension, quality, [...] The post EPL Matchweek 33 Preview: Title Race, Derby Drama and Key Insights appeared first on Complete Sports.
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EXCLUSIVE – AFCON 2025 RECAP: Super Eagles By Numbers Record-Breaking Group Stage Performance
Nigeria’s Super Eagles delivered one of their strongest group-stage campaigns in AFCON history, going unbeaten and topping Group C with maximum points. This performance was not based on luck—underlying data shows a team built on structure, consistency, and tactical balance. From chance creation, shot quality, and set-piece efficiency to possession control and defensive metrics, this [...] The post EXCLUSIVE – AFCON 2025 RECAP: Super Eagles By Numbers Record-Breaking Group Stage Performance appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Okafor Proud After Double Fires Leeds Past Man United
Noah Okaor was delighted to help Leeds United beat Manchester United at the Old Trafford on Monday night. Okafor hit a first half brace for the visitors in the keenly contested encounter. Manchester United were poor in the first half, and then saw Lisandro Martinez sent off 11 minutes after the break. Casemiro pulled a [...] The post Okafor Proud After Double Fires Leeds Past Man United appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Virgil Van Dijk Warns Liverpool Will Need Something Special Ahead of PSG Second Leg
Virgil van Dijk has prepared Liverpool supporters for the scale of the task ahead tonight, saying his team needs to produce “something very special” to overturn a 2-0 first-leg deficit against Paris Saint-Germain at Anfield. The Champions League quarter-final second leg kicks off at 8pm UK time, with PSG holding aggregate advantage after a dominant […] The post Virgil Van Dijk Warns Liverpool Will Need Something Special Ahead of PSG Second Leg appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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CAF Yet to Conclude Investigation Into AFCON Final Refereeing Allegations
Acting General Secretary of CAF, Samson Adamu, has confirmed that the body is still conducting internal investigations into allegations involving the President of the CAF Referees Committee, Oliver Safari. Safari is alleged to have instructed the referee of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final to “preserve the match” by refraining from issuing yellow cards [...] The post CAF Yet to Conclude Investigation Into AFCON Final Refereeing Allegations appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Osimhen Returns to Training as Galatasaray Eye Boost Ahead of Crucial Fixtures
Victor Osimhen has resumed training with Galatasaray for the first time since undergoing surgery to repair a fractured right forearm. Galatasaray confirmed that Osimhen trained with the squad on April 11 before continuing with an individual recovery program alongside physiotherapists. The tailored sessions are part of a structured rehabilitation plan aimed at ensuring a safe [...] The post Osimhen Returns to Training as Galatasaray Eye Boost Ahead of Crucial Fixtures appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Former Real Madrid Manager Appointed Head Coach of Ghana’s Black Stars
The Ghana Football Association has officially announced the appointment of Carlos Queiroz as the new head coach of the senior men’s national team, the Black Stars. In a statement released by the federation read: “Carlos Queiroz appointed Head Coach of the Black Stars 🇬🇭🌟 The experienced Portuguese tactician will lead Ghana at the 2026 FIFA [...] The post Former Real Madrid Manager Appointed Head Coach of Ghana’s Black Stars appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona: Why Ademola Lookman might not start in crunch Champions League tie
Ademola Lookman may find himself on the bench when Atletico Madrid face Barcelona in the second leg of their UEFA Champions League quarterfinal on Tuesday, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Los Rojiblancos are bracing for a high-stakes showdown as they lock horns with their La Liga rivals. Atletico secured a stunning 2-0 victory in the first leg—thanks to […]
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What Arsenal must do to beat Manchester City to Premier League title – Super Eagles legend Mikel Obi
Former Super Eagles midfielder John Mikel Obi has advised Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta that the only way to secure the Premier League title this season is to motivate his squad and stop micromanaging his players, according to Soccernet.ng. ​Only a few weeks ago, the Premier League title race appeared to be over, with Arsenal seemingly […]
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WAFCON 2026: Ivory Coast to challenge for Nigeria’s crown after hitting 15 goals past TACI
Ivory Coast women's national football team produced one of the most emphatic performances in recent women’s international football with a 15-1 victory over Turks and Caicos Islands in Abidjan, Soccernet.ng reports. Played at the Stade Olympique Alassane Ouattara on Sunday, the match quickly turned into a one-sided contest. Ivory Coast were ahead within minutes and […]
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Luis Garcia: Sevilla boss makes surprise admission about Super Eagles star in win over Atletico
Sevilla head coach Luis Garcia was in awe of a Super Eagles attacker in his side's 2-1 win over Atletico Madrid at the Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán on Saturday, Soccernet.ng reports. The clash was a must-win for Los Rojiblancos, as they were on a run of five games without a victory, and in 17th place […]
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“Unbelievable belly” – Victor Boniface weight concerns resurface at Werder Bremen
Despite having only just returned to team training with Werder Bremen, Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface has come under intense scrutiny over his weight, Soccernet.ng reports. The 25-year-old is enduring a torrid season. He's seen his market value plummet by over 25 million euros due to injury problems and lack of playing time. Boniface has […]
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“ARE YOU WATCHING, ARSENAL?” – Man City Demolish Chelsea to Ignite Premier League Title Race
The Premier League title race has been blown wide open after Manchester City delivered a ruthless 3-0 victory over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, capitalising emphatically on Arsenal’s stunning slip just 24 hours earlier. With the Gunners suffering a shock home defeat to AFC Bournemouth, the door was left ajar and City did not hesitate to [...] The post “ARE YOU WATCHING, ARSENAL?” – Man City Demolish Chelsea to Ignite Premier League Title Race appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Flamingos Unleash Fresh Squad as Nigeria Targets World Cup Glory Again
Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, popularly known as the Flamingos have taken a decisive step toward another global campaign after a newly assembled squad was unveiled ahead of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers. The list, released by the Nigeria Football Federation, signals the beginning of a new chapter under recently appointed head [...] The post Flamingos Unleash Fresh Squad as Nigeria Targets World Cup Glory Again appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Revolution Begins as Coach Busari Steps In to Transform Flamingos Future
Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, have entered a new era following the official appointment of Akeem Ishola Busari as head coach by the Nigeria Football Federation. The decision, endorsed by the NFF Executive Committee upon recommendation from its Technical and Development Committee, signals a strategic shift toward long-term development and sustained success in [...] The post Revolution Begins as Coach Busari Steps In to Transform Flamingos Future appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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U20WWC: Nigeria’s Falconets Launch Last Camp Before World Cup Battle
Nigeria’s U-20 women’s national team, the Falconets, have officially resumed camp in Abuja as preparations gather momentum for their decisive qualifier for the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup. The team reported to camp on Monday, 6 April 2026, with players and officials arriving ahead of a high-stakes two-legged showdown against Malawi. Training sessions began the [...] The post U20WWC: Nigeria’s Falconets Launch Last Camp Before World Cup Battle appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Nigeria’s WAFCON 2026 foes: Zambia, Egypt, Malawi build rhythm as Falcons slumber
Nigeria’s Super Falcons know the teams standing between them and another continental title after the draw for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, Soccernet.ng reports. The competition, organised by the Confederation of African Football, will take place in Morocco from July 25 to August 16. As defending champions, Nigeria go into the tournament as […]
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Super Eagles-linked Okoli out for season as Leicester face relegation battle
Leicester City have been dealt a serious setback with the news that defender Caleb Okoli will miss the rest of the season through injury, Soccernet.ng reports. The centre-back suffered a hamstring problem in training, and manager Gary Rowett has confirmed there is not enough time left in the campaign for him to return. With just […]
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“Victor Osimhen’s absence” – Galatasaray boss Okan Buruk bitter after Kocaelispor draw
Galatasaray coach Okan Buruk has expressed his frustration with Victor Osimhen's absence following their 1-1 draw against Kocaelispor on Sunday night, Soccernet.ng reports. ​The Cimbom's chase for the Süper Lig title took a significant hit after a disappointing draw against Kocaelispor at Rams Park. ​The game was expected to be a routine win for Galatasaray, […]
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Nwabali Snubs NPFL, Rates South African and Moroccan Leagues
Super Eagles goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali has stated that many West African players move to the South African league because of its superior structure and overall quality. According to Nwabali, both the South African and Moroccan leagues are more attractive than most West African leagues, which explains why players in those competitions are less eager to [...] The post Nwabali Snubs NPFL, Rates South African and Moroccan Leagues appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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