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• Lukaku to pay US police $450 to avoid jail sentence

  22-11-2017 00:13
  Manchester United striker Romelu Lukaku has avoided the prospect of a jail sentence in the United States by agreeing to pay compensation to the Beverly Hills police.
  Lukaku, 24,  was arrested  in July after police responded to five noise complaints at the house he was renting.
  Manchester United’s Belgian striker Romelu Lukaku takes his penalty which was saved by Leicester City’s Danish goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel during the English Premier League football match between Man
  
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• Arsenal Thrash Chelsea 5-0 To Boost Title Hopes

  23-04-2024 23:37 via completesports.com
  Arsenal recorded their biggest win against Chelsea after thrashing the Blues 5-0 at the Emirates in the Premier League on Tuesday night.
  The Gunners, now on 77 points, are temporarily four points clear of second placed Liverpool and four points ahead of Manchester City who are in third position.
  A brace each from former Chelsea player Kai Havertz, Ben White and a solitary strike from Leandro Trossard, secured the big win for Mikel Arteta's men.
  Arsenal took the lead just four minutes into the g
  
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• Van Persie Close To Being Appointed Head Coach Of Eredivisie Club

  23-04-2024 20:12 via completesports.com
  
  Former Arsenal and Manchester United striker Robin van Persie is close to becoming the new head coach of Eredivisie side Heerenveen.
  If Van Persie is eventually appointed, it would be his first full managerial role at the senior level.The former Netherlands international has recent experience being youth coach at Feyenoord.
  Heerenveen are currently in 10th place in the Dutch topflight.
  In May 2020, a year after his retirement, Van Persie became an assistant-coach to Dick Advocaat at his former
  
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• NFF To Inaugurate Sub-Committees Wednesday

  23-04-2024 19:50 via completesports.com
  
  President of Nigeria Football Federation, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau will on Wednesday inaugurate five of the Federation’s sub-committees, viz Organizing Committee, Media Committee, Youth Football Committee, Players’ Status Committee and Protocol and Ceremonial Committee.
  The inauguration will take place at the NFF Secretariat, Abuja by noon.
  NFF 1st Vice President, Chief Felix Anyansi-Agwu is Chairman of the Organizing Committee, which also has NFF 2nd Vice President, Hon. Gbenga El
  
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• Megapari Promo Code Bangladesh: How to Register and Claim the Bonus

  23-04-2024 19:11 via completesports.com
  
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• EPL: ‘Derby Fever’ –Klopp Speaks Ahead Everton Vs Liverpool

  23-04-2024 18:22 via completesports.com
  Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says Wednesday's game against Everton is all about "derby fever".
  He made this known in an interview with the Club's official website, where he urged his players to pick the maximum points.
  The Reds need a win to stay in touch with fellow title rivals Manchester City and Arsenal.
   
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• My Dream Is To See My Kids Watch Me Play For Eagles –Troost-Ekong

  23-04-2024 18:03 via completesports.com
  Super Eagles defender, William Troost-Ekong has revealed that his dream is to see his children watch him play for the senior national team.
  The PAOK FC star, who shone like a million stars at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, where he was named the Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the tournament, made this known in an interview with Segun Odegbami.
   
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  He noted that his children are big fans of the Super Eagles and that he will be so delighted t
  
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• ‘Truly A Key Moment’ — Osimhen Claims Move To Sporting Charleroi Changed His Career

  23-04-2024 17:43 via completesports.com
  
  Victor Osimhen says moving to Belgian club Sporting Charleroi was the turning point ofhis career.
  Osimhen hugged the headlines after helping Nigeria win the FIFA U-17 World Cup in Chile in 2015.
  The striker scored 10 goals at the competition and went home with the Golden Boot award.
  The 25-year-old failed to make thedesired impact at Bundesliga club, VFL Wolfsburg, who signed him after the competition.
  After asuccessful loanspell at Charleroi, he moved to Ligue 1 club Lille.
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• Lookman Named In Serie A Team Of The Week

  23-04-2024 16:14 via completesports.com
  Atalanta winger Ademola Lookman has been named in Serie A Team of the Week, reports Completesports.com.
  Lookman registered two assists in Atalanta's 2-1 away win against Monza on Sunday.
  The 26-year-old's corner kick was slotted home by Charles De Ketelaere just before the break.
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  The Nigeria international was also the provider for El Bilal Toure's second goal later in the game.
  The 26-year-old has now registered ei
  
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• Ex-Chelsea Manager Set To Replace Ten Hag At Man United

  23-04-2024 15:34 via completesports.com
  
  Former Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel has been linked a possible replacement for Erik ten Hag at Manchester United in the summer, according to reports in Germany, as per the Mirror.
  Ten Hag’s future is under intense scrutiny at United, with the new owners unimpressed by his work this season.
  The Red Devils are seventh in the Premier League, crashed out of the Champions League in the group stages.
  They surrendered a 3-0 lead against Championship club Coventry before winning on penalties in the
  
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• Ndidi On Premier League Club Crystal Palace Radar

  23-04-2024 14:29 via completesports.com
  Leicester City midfielder Wilfred Ndidi is reportedly attracting interest from Crystal Palace.
  Ndidi will be out of contract at the end of the current season.
  The Nigeria international, who arrived the King Power Stadium in January 2017 is one of the longest-serving players at the club.
  The 27-year-old is attempting to guide the East Midlands outfit to promotion to the Premier League.
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  Leicester will be promoted should they prevail in two of thei
  
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• Crystal Palace Prepare Bid For Onyedika

  23-04-2024 12:55 via completesports.com
  
  Crystal Palace are targeting a move for Club Brugge midfielder Raphael Onyedika, reports Completesports.com
  Onyedika has also been linked with a move to LaLiga giants Barcelona.
  According to The Sun, the club's recruitment chief, Dougie Freedman was in Belgium recently to have a closer look at the player.
  The London club are ready to put in a bid for the defensive midfielder this summer.
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  They might need to move fas
  
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• Eventos Desportivos Mais Frequentemente Apostados Em Moçambique

  23-04-2024 12:05 via completesports.com
  Eventos desportivos mais frequentemente apostados em Moçambique: Análise dos desportos populares e eventos desportivos mais apostados em Moçambique
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  No vibrante mercado de apostas de Moçambique, certos desportos e eventos destacam-se pela sua popularidade entre os apostadores. Com o aumento do acesso a apostas online Moçambique, observa-se uma diversificação nas preferências de apostas desportivas, refletindo tanto influências
  
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• Pochettino Like A Father To Me –Arteta

  23-04-2024 12:03 via completesports.com
  Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta has described Chelsea manager, Mauricio Pochettino like a father figure to him.
  He made this known ahead of the Gunners' London derby clash against Chlelsea tonight.
  In a chat with TribalFootball, Arteta stated that Pochettino took him under his arm and gave him incredible advice.
  “For sure.
   
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  “One of the most, I would say. I was 17 or 18 years old in Paris
  
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• Arsenal vs Chelsea: Analysis, Best Odds & Predictions 24/04/2024

  23-04-2024 10:35 via completesports.com
  
  Today's Premier League fixture promises an electrifying encounter as Arsenal hosts Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium in London. This matchup is not only a classic big-ticket game but also a pivotal clash that could shape the race for the top four. Fans from around the globe will be tuning in at 20:00 GMT to catch all the action live. Ensure you catch the pre-game analysis and live coverage of today's Arsenal vs Chelsea battle! In this comprehensive guide, you'll find not only expert predictions b
  
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• Chukwueze Rated Average In Milan’s Defeat Against Newly Crowned Champions Inter

  23-04-2024 09:58 via completesports.com
  Samuel Chukwueze was rated average for his performance in AC Milan’s 2-1 home loss to city rivals Inter Milan who were crowned champions on Monday night.
  Chukwueze was introduced in the 68th minute for Ruben Loftus-Cheek but could not do much for his side.
  For his performance, top Italian football media outfit Football Italia rated the winger 5.5.
  This season Chukwueze has scored one goal and provided two assists in 21 league games.
  Meanwhile, Inter landed their 20th league title on Monda
  
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• Super Falcons Will Do Well At Paris 2024 Olympics –NFF Boss, Gusau

  23-04-2024 09:25 via completesports.com
  
  President of Nigeria Football Federation, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, has expressed optimism that Nigeria's senior women's soccer team, Super Falcons will do well at the Olympic Games in Paris in July, reports Completesports.com.
  Speaking in an exclusive chat with Completesports.com in Abuja, the NFF boss said the idea is to surpass the Super Falcons' performance at the FIFA Women's World Cup in Australia/New Zealand last year. The Falcons crashed out on a penalty shootout against England in the
  
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• Gasperini Thumbs Up Lookman For ‘Excellent’ Display Against Monza

  23-04-2024 09:02 via completesports.com
  Atalanta manager, Gian Piero Gasperini has praised Ademola Lookman for his impressive performance in the club's 2-1 win against Monza.
  Lookman registered two assists for the visitors in the game.
  The winger teed up Charles De Ketelaere for the opening goal late in the first half.
  He also setup El Bilal Touré for the second goal after the break.
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  The 26-year-old has now registered eight goals
  
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• CSK vs LSG IPL Betting Preview April 23 2024: Odds, Offers, Prediction, Tips and Line Ups

  23-04-2024 08:48 via completesports.com
  These teams faced each other just six days ago with Lucknwo easily seeing off CSK. This time round the match is in Chennai with the Super Kings being the hosts. They will be keen to bounce back with a win after their first loss in three matches. LSG can thank their Captain KL Rahul and fellow opener Quinton De Kock for their win when these sides met last week. Both players notched up fifties with Rahul going on to make 82 from just 53 balls. They will again be integral for this crucial match.&n
  
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• Enyimba Desperate To Win 10th NPFL Title — Finidi

  23-04-2024 08:01 via completesports.com
  Enyimba head coach, Finidi George has has said the title holders will continue to push hard to retain their title.
  The Aba giants maintained second position on the table following a hard-earned 1-1 draw against Sunshine Stars in Akure on Sunday.
  Chidiebere Nnachi's second half equalizer ensured Enyimbareduced the deficit between them and leaders Rangers to two points.
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• EPL: Liverpool Will Do Everything To Overcome Everton –Van Dijk

  23-04-2024 07:05 via completesports.com
  
  Liverpool defender, Virgil van Dijk has called on his teammates to focus on Wednesday's Premier League game against Everton.
  Recall that the Reds defeated Fulham at the weekend to move joint top with Arsenal, who are top of the league on goals difference.Read Also: 3 Top Candidates, 3 Unfavoured For Super Eagles Top Job
  However, in a chat with TribalFootball, the Dutch international stated that the players will do their very best to pick the maximum points against Everton.
  “We shouldn't lo
  
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• Bellingham Will Be Real Madrid Legend –Raul

  22-04-2024 18:40 via completesports.com
  Real Madrid legend Raul says he's optimistic Jude Bellingham will certainly be a legend in the club.
  He made this known on the backdrop of his impressive display in the team's 3-2 win over Barcelona in Sunday's El Clasico.
  Recall that the England international netted the match winner in the encounter.
   
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  Speaking on his performance, Raul said,"For me Jude Bellingham has been the player who has most impressed me for his youth. I
  
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• Premier League Inducts Terry, Cole Into Hall Of Fame

  22-04-2024 17:07 via completesports.com
  Five-time Premier League winners, John Terry and Andrew Cole have been inducted into the Premier League Hall of Fame.
  According to the League's official website, following the combination of the Premier League Awards Panel's and fans' votes from across the globe, the pair were chosen from a shortlist of 15 former players.
  They become the 23rd and 24th inductees into the Premier League Hall of Fame, joining Ashley Cole, who was also awarded the highest honor by the League this year.
  On Tuesday i
  
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• NFF To Organize Monthly Football Awards

  22-04-2024 16:02 via completesports.com
  
  The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) on Monday announced the imminence of a Football Awards that will recognize, celebrate and reward the best players and coaches in the Nigeria game on a monthly basis.
  These Awards, meant to further generate, enable and inspire positive conversations around the Nigeria game at home and abroad, will feature seven categories in its initial format, highlighting the contributions of players and coaching staff across the ‘beautiful game.’
  The NFF Award
  
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• Chelsea Star Doubtful For Clash At Arsenal

  22-04-2024 15:25 via completesports.com
  
  Chelsea could be without Cole Palmer for Tuesday's clash away at Premier League leaders Arsenal.
  Pochettino told journalists on Monday that Palmer is struggling to recover from illness.
  "Today, no (he cannot play). We will see tomorrow morning. Today, I don't believe he can be involved."Even if he is good tomorrow, maybe he is not in a condition to play. We hope he can recover from this situation and be involved with the team."
  Palmer, who played in Saturday's 1-0 FA Cup semi-final defeat by Ma
  
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• Eze: Crystal Palace Made Life Miserable For West Ham

  22-04-2024 14:25 via completesports.com
  
  Crystal Palace star, Ebere Eze has revealed that his teammates made life miserable for West Ham in their 5-1 win at the weekend in the Premier League.
  Eze, who netted a goal in the victory, told BBC Sports that the team was at its best as they rattled West Ham.
  He also urged the players to maintain the same tempo when they visit Newcastle United on Wednesday.
   
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  “That's a big one for us. We're confident right now and it
  
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• 3 Top Candidates, 3 Unfavoured For Super Eagles Top Job

  22-04-2024 14:22 via completesports.com
  
  With just two months until the crucial 2026 World Cup qualifiers against South Africa and Benin, many Nigerians are still worried about the absence of a substantive coach who will manage the team.
  Completesports.com's AUSTINE AKHILOMEN highlights three top candidates: Emmanuel Amuneke, Domènec Torrent, and Toni Conceicao, who seem to be the top three picks of the Nigerian authorities from which one will emerge to become the substantive replacement for Jose Peseiro - as the new Head Coach
  
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• ‘Cyriel Is Scoring His Goals’ — Rangers Boss Claims Dessers Now A Better Striker

  22-04-2024 14:15 via completesports.com
  Rangers manager Philippe Clement claimed Cyriel Dessers is now a better striker and backed the Nigerian to keep flourishing at the club.
  Dessers, who arrived Rangers from Italian club Cremonese last summer has scored 19 goals across all competitions for the Light Blues this season.
  The striker is however yet to win over majority of the Rangers fans, who expected him to do more for the club.
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  The Nigerian was the hero as
  
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• NFF President Visits Injured Simon In France

  22-04-2024 12:46 via completesports.com
  
  President of theNigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Gusau paid a visit to Nantes star Moses Simon in France last weekend.
  Simon is currently recuperating from injury after undergoing surgery last month.
  The 28-year-old sustained the injury during Nigeria's international friendly against the Eagles of Mali.
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  The winger fractured his fibula after colliding with the Malian goalkeeper in the 33rd minute of the encoun
  
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• NBA Playoff Odds: Who Should You Back Now To Win The Championship?

  22-04-2024 11:49 via completesports.com
  At the beginning of the 2023-24 NBA Season, the list of championship contenders included (in no specific order) the Denver Nuggets, Boston Celtics, Phoenix Suns, Milwaukee Bucks, both the LA Lakers and Clippers, Golden State Warriors, and the Miami Heat.
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  Thanks to crafty trades, free-agent pickups, and the simple fact of actually meshing together as a healthy cohesive unit, the parity in the NBA standings has made this season one of the closest in recent memory, minus the Boston Celtic
  
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