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• Adams Outlines Bold Vision As US Captain

  03-10-2026 20:06 via completesports.com
  
  US midfielder Tyler Adams has officially stepped into his new role as captain of the United States men’s national team, making it clear that his primary mission is to establish an uncompromising, elite winning mentality within the squad. Known for his relentless work rate and vocal leadership on the pitch, Adams takes over the armband [...]
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• ‘He’s An All-Round Athlete’ –Ex-Scotland Defender Hails Fernandez

  07-10-2026 17:43 via completesports.com
  Former Scotland and Rangers defender Kirk Broadfoot has heaped high praise on Super Eagles center-back Emmanuel Fernandez, describing him as a supreme, all-round athlete who has become indispensable to the Ibrox club. Despite facing occasional scrutiny during a demanding campaign, Fernandez has continued to exhibit the stellar qualities that made him a standout performer since [...]
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• 2026 U-17 WWC: Flamingos Touch Down In Casablanca, Ready For Battle

  07-10-2026 17:27 via completesports.com
  Nigeria’s Flamingos have arrived in Casablanca, Morocco, ahead of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. The Nigerian contingent touched down in Casablanca at 10:16 a.m. local time and has since settled into the Ibis Hotel, where the team will continue preparations for the global tournament. Head coach Akeem Busari on Tuesday unveiled his 21-player [...]
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• SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 147: Finidi George Football Career Trajectory

  07-10-2026 17:22 via completesports.com
  Born in Port Harcourt on 15 April 1971, Finidi George remains one of the most accomplished footballers Nigeria has ever produced. Renowned for his pace, technique, intelligence and ability to deliver dangerous crosses from the right flank, the former Super Eagles winger enjoyed a distinguished career that took him from Nigerian domestic football to the [...]
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• Super Eagles Drop Four Spots in Latest FIFA Rankings

  07-10-2026 15:27 via completesports.com
  Nigeria’s Super Eagles have dropped four places in the latest men’s world ranking released by the Federation of International Football Association ,FIFA, on Wednesday. The Super Eagles, who were previously ranked 26th in the world, are now in 30th position. Eric Chelle’s side also slipped from fourth to sixth place in Africa, falling behind Morocco, [...]
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• Pedro Announces Retirement From Professional Football At 39

  07-10-2026 15:12 via completesports.com
  Former Barcelona and Spain star Pedro Rodriguez has announced his retirement from football at 39. Pedro has posted a video on social media to confirm he’s hanging up his boots after a career spent playing for Barcelona, Chelsea, Roma and Lazio. ”Being part of the best Barça in history was a privilege; we won everything [...]
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• OFFICIAL: Arteta Signs New Long-Term Contract At Arsenal

  07-10-2026 14:50 via completesports.com
  Mikel Arteta has signed a new long-term contract with reigning Premier League champions Arsenal. The Gunners disclosed this in a statement on their website on Wednesday. Arteta was appointed as our head coach in December 2019, with his latest contract, now as manager, agreed until June 2030. He has been in charge for 361 matches [...]
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• 2028 Olympics Qualifier: CAF Appoints Rwandan Officials For Comoros Vs Super Falcons

  07-10-2026 12:39 via completesports.com
  
  The Confederation of African Football ,CAF, has appointed a team of Rwandan officials for the first leg of the 2028 Olympic Games qualifying fixture between Comoros and Nigeria’s Super Falcons. Rwandan referee Henriette Byukusenge will serve as the centre referee, with compatriots Sandrine Murangwa and Regine Mukayiranga appointed as first and second assistant referees, respectively. [...]
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• Bonfrere Returns To Nigeria On Private Visit, Set To Attend Ebonyi Event

  07-10-2026 12:27 via completesports.com
  
  Former Nigeria U-23 coach, Jo Bonfrere, has returned to Nigeria on a private visit, with the Dutchman expected to attend the official opening of High Chief Solomon Agueze Ejeh’s ultra-modern country home in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, Completesports.com reports. The 80-year-old Bonfrere, who guided Nigeria’s U-23 men’s national team to a historic gold medal at the [...]
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• ‘I Deeply Regret My Words’ –South Korean Captain Issues Public Apology After Military Exemption Remark

  07-10-2026 10:02 via completesports.com
  South Korean captain Lee Gi-hyuk has been forced into a humiliating public climbdown, issuing a grovelling apology after sparking massive nationwide outrage by gloating online about dodging mandatory military service. The controversy erupted after the skipper celebrated winning a crucial gold medal at a major international multi-sport tournament. Under South Korean law, athletes who secure [...]
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• 2028 Olympics Qualifier: Ajibade, Alozie, Nnadozie Join Super Falcons Camp For Comoros Clash

  07-10-2026 09:25 via completesports.com
  
  Captain Rasheedat Ajibade, goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie and dependable defender Michelle Alozie have arrived at the Super Falcons’ camp in Ijebu Ode ahead of their 2028 Olympic Games qualifying fixture against Comoros. Also joining the team are midfielder Jennifer Echegini and forward Folashade Ijamilusi, bringing the number of players in camp to 22. Only four players—Comfort [...]
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• ‘I’m Not Retiring From International Football’ — Ronaldo

  07-10-2026 08:49 via completesports.com
  Cristiano Ronaldo has said he is not retiring from international football but deserves to be punished for walking out on Portugal after head coach Jorge Jesus twice “broke his word”. The 41-year-old captain left his country’s Nations League camp last week after being an unused substitute against Norway and then finding out he would not [...]
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• Euromatch NPFL: Rivers United Must Win All Home Games To Boost Title Bid — Finidi

  07-10-2026 08:26 via completesports.com
  Rivers United technical adviser Finidi George has urged his players to make the most of their home advantage as they target the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, title this season. The Port Harcourt-based club came close to winning their second NPFL crown last season, but narrowly missed out to Rangers. Rivers United have started the [...]
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• Tuchel Praises England Squad’s Resilience After World Cup 2026 Heartbreak

  07-10-2026 08:07 via completesports.com
  England manager Thomas Tuchel has praised the mental fortitude and maturity of his squad, declaring that the Three Lions have officially turned the page on their painful World Cup exit and are channeling that frustration into a fresh cycle. After a 3-2 defeat to world champions Spain, the Three Lions have bounced back with two [...]
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• Messi Bids Farewell To International Football With Goal, Two Assists In Argentina’s 3-0 Win Over Benin

  07-10-2026 07:52 via completesports.com
  
  Lionel Messi ended his international career with a goal and two assists as Argentina thrashed Benin Republic 3-0 in Buenos Aires on Tuesday. Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni started with a strong attack, with Messi on the right flank, Lautaro Martinez down the middle and Julian Alvarez on the left. Enzo Fernandez, Alexis Mac Allister, [...]
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• Denmark: Nigerian Striker Named SuperLiga’s September Player Of The Month

  07-10-2026 07:40 via completesports.com
  Nigerian striker Friday Etim has been named the Danish Superliga Player of the Month for September, Completesports.com reports. Etim was rewarded for his outstanding performances for FC Midtjylland during the month, scoring three goals and providing an assist. The 24-year-old forward also found the net in Midtjylland’s Danish Cup clash against Sundby BK. Read Also:Done [...]
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• EUROMATCH NPFL: Kano Pillars Target First Point Away To 3SC In Nine Years

  07-10-2026 00:05 via completesports.com
  
  Kano Pillars travel to the Lekan Salami Stadium on Wednesday to face Shooting Stars in a rescheduled NPFL Matchday 3 fixture, with one clear target: a first point away to the Oluyole Warriors since 2017. The last time Pillars avoided defeat in Ibadan was June 7, 2017 — a 0-0 draw – but since then, [...]
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• Friendly: How Super Eagles Rated In Thrilling Draw Against Russia

  06-10-2026 23:08 via completesports.com
  Following the Super Eagles 3-3 draw with Russia in Tuesday’s friendly encounter at the Nizhny Novgorod Stadiuim.Completesports.com’s ADEBOYE AMOSU appraises the performance of the players… Samuel James 5/10 The goalkeeper impressed on his Super Eagles debut despite conceding three goals Abdullahi Bewene 6/10 A strong performance from the right-back, who showed he is ready to [...]
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• FRIENDLY: Chelle Attributes Super Eagles’ Fightback In 3-3 Draw With Russia To Tactical Switch

  06-10-2026 22:37 via completesports.com
  Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has revealed that a tactical switch in his team’s attack led to their fight back in the 3-3 draw with Russia in Tuesday’s friendly encounter. Russia were cruising to victory after coming from a goal down to lead 3-1, after Kelechi Iheanacho had given the Super Eagles a 10th [...]
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• Germany Legend: Wirtz Would Fit In Well At Barca

  06-10-2026 21:11 via completesports.com
  Former Germany striker Oliver Bierhoff has backed Liverpool midfielder Florian Wirtz to make a future move to FC Barcelona. Bierhoff stated in Sport Bild that Wirtz would be an ideal fit for Barcelona under German manager Hansi Flick, noting that Wirtz would find plenty of space and brilliant teammates in the Catalan setup. Read Also:Friendly: [...]
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• Friendly: ‘The Efforts Weren’t Bad At All’ –Ugbade Reacts To Eagles’ Six-Goal Thriller Against Russia

  06-10-2026 20:52 via completesports.com
  
  Former Nigerian international Nduka Ugbade has expressed satisfaction with the Super Eagles’ resilient display following their dramatic 3-3 draw against Russia in Tuesday’s international friendly. Eric Chelle’s side showed immense character in Moscow, coming back from a 3-1 deficit. Read Also:FRIENDLY: Super Eagles Stage Dramatic Comeback To Draw 3-3 With Russia After Kelechi Iheanacho opened [...]
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• FRIENDLY: Super Eagles Stage Dramatic Comeback To Draw 3-3 With Russia

  06-10-2026 20:13 via completesports.com
  
  A late Akor Adams strike saw the Super Eagles complete a dramatic comeback to force Russia to a 3-3 draw in Tuesday’s international friendly. It is now back-to-back draws for the Super Eagles against Russia, after their first encounter, also a friendly, ended 1-1 in 2025. More to follow….
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• 2026 U-17 WWC: Flamingos Coach Busari Lists 21 Players For Morocco

  06-10-2026 19:07 via completesports.com
  
  Flamingos head coach Akeem Busari has named a 21-player squad for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. Team captain Harmony Chidi leads the squad, alongside defenders Elizabeth Adesuyi and Esther Stephen, midfielders Mary Dustan and Favour Nkwocha, and forwards Tosin Rafiu, Queen Joseph, Precious Oscar and Oluwakemi Adegbuyi. Nigeria have been drawn [...]
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• Euromatch NPFL: Enyimba Unveil Trio Of Nominees For September Player Of The Month Award

  06-10-2026 18:52 via completesports.com
  The nine-time Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) champions, Enyimba FC, have officially unveiled the three shortlisted candidates in contention for the club’s Player of the Month award for September. The nominees,Wonah William, goalkeeper Dede Dare, and Chibueze Damian, were announced across the club’s official social media platforms following a demanding stretch of fixtures for the [...]
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• Norway Target Infantino In Unprecedented Double Complaint To FIFA Committees

  06-10-2026 18:16 via completesports.com
  In an unprecedented move that has sent shockwaves through the corridors of international football, the Norwegian Football Federation (NFF) has formally filed two major complaints with FIFA bodies, targeting President Gianni Infantino and probing deep-seated governance concerns. Led by NFF President Lise Klaveness, one of the most vocal critics of the current administration, the federation [...]
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• Euromatch NPFL: We Will Get Better Gradually –Kwara United Technical Adviser Assures Supporters

  06-10-2026 17:42 via completesports.com
  Kwara United Technical Adviser Ashifat Suleiman has moved to reassure the club’s passionate fanbase, expressing absolute confidence that the Harmony Boys will continue to grow and sharpen their competitive edge as the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season unfolds. Read Also:2028 Olympics Qualifier: Super Falcons Camp Bubbles With 18 Players As the team works through [...]
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• Portugal Coach Should Apologise To Ronaldo — Man United Legend

  06-10-2026 16:14 via completesports.com
  Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has warned Portugal coach Jorge Jesus to apologise to Cristiano Ronaldo or risk losing his job. Ferdinand said this in a podcast posted on his X, following ongoing dispute between Ronaldo and the new Portugal boss, which saw the 41-year-old storm out of the national team camp last week. “The [...]
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• 2028 Olympics Qualifier: Super Falcons Camp Bubbles With 18 Players

  06-10-2026 15:23 via completesports.com
  Eighteen players are currently in the Super Falcons’ camp in Ijebu-Ode as preparations intensify for their 2028 Olympic Games qualifying tie against Comoros. Christy Ucheibe, Toni Payne, and Janet Akekoromowei are the latest players to arrive the team’s camp in Ijebu Ode Fourteen players took part in Monday’s training session at the Remo Stars Sports [...]
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• 2028 Olympics Qualifier: Omenazu Earns First Super Falcons Call-Up For Comoros Clash

  06-10-2026 13:42 via completesports.com
  MK Dons Women captain Favour Omenazu has received a late invitation to join the Super Falcons squad for Nigeria’s 2028 Olympic Games qualifying double-header against Comoros. Interim head coach Augustine Eguavoen called up the versatile midfielder following the withdrawal of some of the players initially invited for the second-round qualifying fixture. The call-up marks the [...]
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• ‘FIFA Aware DR Congo Fielded Ineligible Player Against Nigeria In W/Cup Qualifier’ — New York Times Investigation Claims

  06-10-2026 13:14 via completesports.com
  World football governing body, FIFA, has been accused of knowing that DR Congo used an ineligible player in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying playoff against Nigeria’s Super Eagles. According to an investigation by New York Times published Tuesday, the player at the centre is goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi, the French-born Le Havre keeper who went [...]
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