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FIFA-banned Russia unfazed, sets date for Super Eagles friendly
34th-ranked Russia has announced an international friendly match against the Super Eagles of Nigeria despite being banned by FIFA, Soccernet.ng reports. Since 2022, Russian teams have been barred from participating in FIFA-sanctioned tournaments, including the World Cup qualifiers. While friendly matches are not explicitly covered under FIFA’s ban, most national teams have avoided scheduling games against […]
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Are the Super Eagles being pulled into a needless Russian entanglement?
This week, the Russian Football Union announced friendly matches with Nigeria, Zambia, and Belarus, slated for mid-year on dates yet to be decided. The Russians have been under a ban from international football since the invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. However, this week’s call between US leader Donald Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin […]
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Uche Bags 3rd La Liga Goal As Getafe Beat Girona Away
Christantus Uche was on target for Getafe in their 2-1 win away to Girona in La Liga on Friday night. Uche now has three goals and two assists in 24 appearances in the league this season. Uche gave Getafe the perfect start as he netted just three minutes into the game. Yangel Herrera made it [...] The post Uche Bags 3rd La Liga Goal As Getafe Beat Girona Away appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Brighton Maintain Dominance Over Chelsea With Comfortable Win
Brighton and Hove Albion made it back-to-back wins against Chelsea after a comfortable 3-0 win at the AMEX in Friday night’s Premier League match. The Seagulls also defeated Chelsea in the Emirates FA Cup thanks to a 2-1 win last Saturday. A brace from Yankuba Minteh and a world class strike from Kaoru Mitoma secured [...] The post Brighton Maintain Dominance Over Chelsea With Comfortable Win appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Arteta: Dowman Can’t Replace Havertz
Arenal head coach Mikel Arteta says it will be “difficult” for Max Dowman to debut and help the Gunners ease injury crisis. With Gabriel Martinelli and Kai Havertz sidelined by hamstring injuries, Arsenal are running out of attacking options. Havertz will miss the rest of the season after surgery, while Martinelli is out for at [...] The post Arteta: Dowman Can’t Replace Havertz appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Isak Going Nowhere –Howe
Newcastle head coach Eddie Howe has reiterated that the club has no intention of selling Alexander Isak. With Newcastle pushing for another Champions League spot, Howe in a chat with the club’s website stated that he’ll always prepared to keep his star player. “Linked to a number of other players really, I think we have [...] The post Isak Going Nowhere –Howe appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Do We Still Need Football Commentators In The Digital Age?
For as long as football has been broadcasted, commentators have played a crucial role in shaping how we experience the game. From the early days of radio coverage to the high-definition spectacles we enjoy today, commentators have provided context, emotion, and insight that elevate the viewing experience. But in an era where live match stats, [...] The post Do We Still Need Football Commentators In The Digital Age? appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Official: Jose Peseiro gets first coaching job 12 months after dumping Super Eagles
Former Super Eagles coach Jose Peseiro has been appointed as the new head coach of Egyptian giants Zamalek, Soccernet.ng reports. Peseiro was in charge of the Super Eagles for two years, and his stay was filled with a lot of controversies. The Portuguese tactician started on a poor note, losing his first two games. However, […]
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Can Super Eagles’ Wilfred Ndidi save Van Nistelrooy’s job at Leicester?
Leicester City head coach, Ruud Van Nistelrooy, has lauded the characteristics of Super Eagles midfielder, Wilfred Onyinye Ndidi, Soccernet.ng reports. The former Genk man started 15 league games for the Foxes this season from their opening 15, before picking up a thigh injury against Brighton and Hove Albion on the 8th of December. Last week, […]
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Nwakali Named Barnsley’s January Player Of The Month
Kelechi Nwakali has been named Barnsley’s Player of the Month for January, Completesports.com reports. Nwakali made three league appearances for the English League One club during the month. “Congratulations to Kelechi Nwakali for being named @CopierSystems January Player of the Month ,” the club wrote on X. Read Also:‘We Have To Be Patient With Him’ [...] The post Nwakali Named Barnsley’s January Player Of The Month appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Man City Suffer Another Injury Blow To Key Player
Manchester City defender Manuel Akanji will be missing for “eight to 10 weeks” after tearing his abductor muscle, said Pep Guardiola. The Premier League champions are already without Ballon d’Or winner Rodri who got injured in the 2-2 draw with Arsenal at the Etihad. Akanji suffered the issue in the first half of City’s 3-2 [...] The post Man City Suffer Another Injury Blow To Key Player appeared first on Complete Sports.
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EPL: Wolves Will Attack Liverpool From Start To Finish –Pereira
Wolverhampton Wanderers manager Vítor Pereira has disclosed that he’s attack Liverpool from start to finish at Anfield in Sunday’s Premier League clash. Pereira stated this in an interview with the club’s website, where he said that the team will approach the game with a positive mindset. The Wolves boss also said that his side won’t [...] The post EPL: Wolves Will Attack Liverpool From Start To Finish –Pereira appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Joshua Not Prepared To Fight Me –Chisora
Zimbabwean-British professional boxer, Derek Chisora has expressed doubt on Anthony Joshua’s readiness to fight him. Recall that Joshua has been out of the ring since suffering a brutal fifth-round knockout loss at the hands of IBF champion Daniel Dubois back in September at Wembley Stadium in London. Unlike Chisora, who scored two knockdowns prior to [...] The post Joshua Not Prepared To Fight Me –Chisora appeared first on Complete Sports.
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‘We Have To Be Patient With Him’ — Sevilla Coach Backs Ejuke To Hit Top Form
Sevilla manager Garcia Pimienta has said Chidera Ejuke will soon be at his best again. Ejuke sustained a hamstring injury in a league match against Barcelona last October, and was sidelined for around four months. The winger recently returned to action for the former European champions. The Nigeria international has however struggled to hit top [...] The post ‘We Have To Be Patient With Him’ — Sevilla Coach Backs Ejuke To Hit Top Form appeared first on Complete Sports.
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“Not a group of death” – Flying Eagles coach Zubairu unfazed as Nigeria tackle Egypt, South Africa, Morocco
Nigeria U20 head coach Aliyu Zubairu remains unbothered by the tough opponents drawn alongside the Flying Eagles in the group stage of the 2025 U20 Africa Cup of Nations, Soccernet.ng reports.  The AFCON U20 draw, conducted on Thursday, placed record seven-time winners Nigeria in Group B alongside three formidable teams: Egypt, Morocco, and South Africa. […]
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Zamalek Appoint Peseiro New Head Coach
Egyptian Premier League club Zamalek have confirmed the appointment of Jose Peseiro as their new head coach. The White Knight made the announcement on their official website. Peseiro has been without a job since leaving his post with Nigeria in March 2024. The 64-year-old penned an 18-month contract with the 14-time Egyptian champions. Read Also:U-20 [...] The post Zamalek Appoint Peseiro New Head Coach appeared first on Complete Sports.
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49-goal Super Eagles stiker to miss big Turkish Super Lig clash
Super Eagles striker Anthony Nwakaeme will miss Trabzonspor’s Turkish Super Lig cracker against Besiktas next week due a hamstring injury, Soccernet.ng reports. Nwakaeme has been a constant figure in Trabzonspor’s attack this season, featuring in 19 games across all competitions. He also has two goals and three assists to his name. However, Trabzonspor will have […]
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NPFL: Alaekwe Hails Akwa United’s ‘Sweetest Win:, Eyes Survival Boost
Akwa United striker, Chijioke Alaekwe, has exclusively told Completesports.com that the Promise Keepers’ 2-1 victory over Enyimba in last Sunday’s NPFL matchday 23 clash at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo, was their “sweetest” win of the season and a “turning point” in their fight to escape the dreaded bottom rung of the standings. Ogunleye Olayemi [...] The post NPFL: Alaekwe Hails Akwa United’s ‘Sweetest Win:, Eyes Survival Boost appeared first on Complete Sports.
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U-20 AFCON: Flying Eagles Coach Accepts North Africans, South Africa Challenge
The head coach of Flying Eagles, Aliyu Zubairu, has voiced his optimism following Thursday’s group stage draw for the Africa U20 Cup of Nations, which will take place in Cote d’Ivoire, 26th April – 18th May. The Nigerian team finds itself in a demanding group alongside traditional powerhouses Morocco, Egypt, and South Africa, all of [...] The post U-20 AFCON: Flying Eagles Coach Accepts North Africans, South Africa Challenge appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Nadal Pays Tribute To Schwartzman After Retirement
Tennis star, Rafael Nadal has paid tribute to Diego Schwartzman after announcing retirement. Recall that Schwartzman officially ended his career on Thursday night after a second-round defeat at the Argentina Open. Read Also:  Lookman Re-emerges As Potential Summer Transfer Target For Juventus The former world No. 8 famously beat Nadal at the 2020 Italian Open [...] The post Nadal Pays Tribute To Schwartzman After Retirement appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Kenyans contend with high flower prices on Valentine’s Day
Many florists and gift shops reported sluggish demand, attributing it to the economic strain caused by the Finance Bill 2024 and the lingering effects of the 2023 Finance Act.
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Kubo: I Love Good Football, Not Saudi Oil-Rich Money
Real Sociedad winger Takefusa Kubo says he enjoys playing good football and will never join the Saudi League because of money. The Japanese international stated this after the team’s Europa League playoff win at FC Midtjylland. “I like good football, not expensive football.” Read Also: ‘He Has Lifted The Team’ — Van Nistelrooy Thrilled With [...] The post Kubo: I Love Good Football, Not Saudi Oil-Rich Money appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Can Udinese GK Maduka Okoye feature for Nigeria against Rwanda & Zimbabwe despite betting probe?
Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye finds himself at the center of a controversy that could have severe consequences for his career, Soccernet.ng notes. The Udinese shot-stopper is currently under investigation for allegedly betting on his own yellow card during a Serie A match against Lazio on March 11, 2024. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, […]
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Can Udinese GK Maduka Okoye feature for Nigeria against Rwanda & Zimbabwe despite betting probe?
Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye finds himself at the center of a controversy that could have severe consequences for his career, Soccernet.ng notes. The Udinese shot-stopper is currently under investigation for allegedly betting on his own yellow card during a Serie A match against Lazio on March 11, 2024. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, […]
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EPL: Chelsea Are Ambitious –Maresca
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has disclosed that the team is ambitious and will do everything to finish within the top-four in the Premier League. He made this known ahead of tonight’s clash against Brighton. Speaking with the club’s website, Maresca called for patience from the fans and assured them that the team will finish on [...] The post EPL: Chelsea Are Ambitious –Maresca appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Lookman Re-emerges As Potential Summer Transfer Target For Juventus
Ademola Lookman has re-emerged as a potential summer transfer target for Juventus. Lookman was linked with a move to Juventus last summer and is once again on the club’s radar. The Old Lady are already looking ahead to the future with the aim of strengthening its forward line. While the summer 2024 transfer window saw [...] The post Lookman Re-emerges As Potential Summer Transfer Target For Juventus appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Top Football Clubs In The UK Based On Instagram Followers
There are certain places in the world where the love of football is taken to the next level. In Brazil, people live and breathe it. In Nigeria, people cherish their national team like no other. And in the UK, the football team you’re dedicated to is part of your identity. With the rampant commercialisation of [...] The post Top Football Clubs In The UK Based On Instagram Followers appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Migori County Govt bans food at funerals after death due to cholera
Health County Executive Committee member Caleb Opondi confirmed the disease outbreak as five people remain hospitalized.
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U-20 AFCON: Ghana Coach Happy To Avoid Flying Eagles
Ghana’s Black Satellites head coach Desmond Ofei has expressed his delight after his side avoided Nigeria in the group stage of the 2025 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations. The West Africans will face hosts Côte d’Ivoire, Democratic Republic of Congo, Tanzania, and a yet to be determined team from the UNIFFAC region in Group C. [...] The post U-20 AFCON: Ghana Coach Happy To Avoid Flying Eagles appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Leaders unite in wishing Raila victory in crucial AUC vote
Odinga concluded his campaign for the African Union’s top job with a visit to Bujumbura, Burundi, where he met with President Évariste Ndayishimiye.
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Civil society showers Kisumu Central Police officers with love on Valentine’s day
The team bought flowers, which were given to each officer who was on duty and another set to be given out to the public by the officers themselves.
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Ruto urges Sudan warring parties to dialogue, allow humanitarian access
President Ruto emphasized the urgent need for global intervention to address the humanitarian crisis affecting millions of Sudanese citizens.
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2025 U20 AFCON: Everything Egypt coach said about facing Nigeria, Morocco & South Africa in Cote d’Ivoire
Egypt U20 head coach Osama Nabih has acknowledged the tough challenge ahead after his team was drawn into what many consider the most difficult group at the 2025 U20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Côte d’Ivoire, Soccernet.ng reports. The Young Pharaohs find themselves in Group B, where they will face Nigeria, Morocco, and South […]
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Ruto backs African Credit Rating Agency to counter biased global ratings
President Ruto criticized Western-affiliated rating agencies for their negative portrayal of Africa’s risk factors.
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Top Speed Boiz FC Product Timilehin Joseph Joins Serbian Club FK Zeleznicar
Ibadan-born midfielder Oluwadamilare Timileyin Joseph has completed a move to Serbian Side FK Železničar Pančevo, signing a four-year contract. Joseph, who emerged from the Top Speed Boiz Football Club owner by top football manager, Lamide Omerah Isaiah, is a versatile player, capable of operating as a defensive midfielder, central midfielder, or central defender. His mentor [...] The post Top Speed Boiz FC Product Timilehin Joseph Joins Serbian Club FK Zeleznicar appeared first on Complete Sports.
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‘He Has Lifted The Team’ — Van Nistelrooy Thrilled With Ndidi’s Return From Injury
Leicester City manager Ruud van Nistelrooy says Wilfred Ndidi’s return has lifted his team, reports Completesports.com. Ndidi sustained a muscle injury in the Foxes Premier League home clash with Brighton & Hove Albion last December. The Nigeria international returned to action in the Foxes Emirates FA Cup fourth round tie against Van Nistelrooy’s former club, [...] The post ‘He Has Lifted The Team’ — Van Nistelrooy Thrilled With Ndidi’s Return From Injury appeared first on Complete Sports.
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