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• AFCON 2025: Bassey Can Fill Troost-Ekong’s Void In Eagles

  10-12-2025 18:03 via completesports.com
  Former Senegal international Mamadou Niang believes Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey has the potential to fill William Troost-Ekong’s void at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Recall that Troost-Ekong announced his retirement from international football just days after he was listed in the Super Eagles’ provisional squad for the tournament. However, speaking with Canal+, Niang [...]
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• AFCON: Complete records of all 34 tournament champions

  12-12-2025 11:58 via vanguardngr.com
  Records of 34 Africa Cup of Nations champions (played, won, drawn, lost, goals for, goals against):1957: Egypt        2 2 0 0  6 11959: Egypt        2 2 0 0  6 11962: Ethiopia     2 2 0 0  8 41963: Ghana        3 2 1 0  6 11965: Ghana        3 3 0 0 12 51968: Zaire        5 4 0 1 10
  
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• Liverpool Will Finish Above Man United – Riise

  12-12-2025 11:15 via completesports.com
  Former Liverpool defender, John Arne Riise believes Liverpool will finish above Manchester United in the Premier League standings despite the Reds’ current struggles. Liverpool easily won the Premier League under head coach Arne Slot last season and were expected to have another successful season after investing £450 million in new players throughout the summer. However, [...]
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• How AI And Technology Are Transforming Esports Betting

  12-12-2025 10:37 via completesports.com
  Esports betting has moved from a niche activity to a mainstream market driven by data, automation and rapid technological innovation. Artificial intelligence, real time analytics and smarter user interfaces are reshaping how odds are created, how risk is managed and how fans interact with betting platforms. For many bettors, understanding these tools has become just [...]
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• Using Data And Statistics To Improve Your Jackpot Chances

  12-12-2025 10:32 via completesports.com
  Jackpot games are built on uncertainty, but that does not mean every decision has to be based on instinct. Even though outcomes remain random, data and statistics can help players understand how jackpot systems behave over time. With a more analytical mindset, it becomes easier to manage expectations, choose suitable games and structure play in [...]
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• Liverpool boss Slot to hold talks with unhappy Salah

  12-12-2025 10:29 via vanguardngr.com
  Liverpool boss Arne Slot said he would speak to Mohamed Salah on Friday morning before deciding on the forward’s availability for this weekend’s match against Brighton.Salah accused Liverpool of throwing him “under the bus” and said he had no relationship with the Dutch manager after he was left on the bench for last week’s 3-3 draw at Leeds — the third match in a row that he did not start.The 33-year-old did not travel for Tuesday’s Champions League ma
  
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• AFCON 2025: Chelle’s Introduction Of New Players In Eagles’ Final Squad Best Known To Him –Ekpo

  12-12-2025 10:20 via completesports.com
  Former Nigerian international Friday Ekpo has disclosed that Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle’s decision to introduce fresh players in his 2025 Africa Cup of Nations’ final squad is best known to him. Recall that Chelle unveiled his squad on Thursday, confirming three goalkeepers, eight defenders, eight midfielders, and nine forwards for the continental tournament [...]
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• Iniesta: Pedri Is A Delight To Watch At Barca

  12-12-2025 09:58 via completesports.com
  Barcelona legend Andres Iniesta has disclosed that Pedri is a key player for Blaugrana and Spain. In a chat with AS, Iniesta stated that Pedri’s impressive qualities are always a delight to watch at Barca. “Pedri is Pedri. He’s not a mix of anything.He has his own qualities, his own strengths, his own strengths to [...]
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• Messi to unveil 21-metre statue of himself on India ‘GOAT’ tour

  12-12-2025 09:44 via vanguardngr.com
  Lionel Messi will unveil a 21-metre (70-foot) statue of himself in India on Saturday as he embarks on a three-day tour of the country that has sparked a fan frenzy.The iron sculpture in Kolkata, which shows Messi holding aloft the World Cup, is part of a so-called GOAT Tour that will take in four Indian cities and a possible meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.The 38-year-old Argentina and Inter Miami superstar will unveil the monument virtually rather than in person for security reasons.
  
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• Super Eagles Final AFCON 2025 Squad Questionable –Udeze

  12-12-2025 09:13 via completesports.com
  Former Nigeria international Ifeanyi Udeze has said the Super Eagles final 28-man squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations is questionable. On Thursday, the Super Eagles final squad for the AFCON was announced. The final list is made up of three goalkeepers, eight defenders, eight midfielders, and nine forwards. The surprise omissions include Udinese [...]
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• Liverpool Leading The Race For Real Madrid Star

  12-12-2025 07:26 via completesports.com
  Liverpool are the Premier League club working the hardest on the potential signing of Real Madrid ace Arda Guler, according to a report, while there has been a double update on Anfield legend Mo Salah. Liverpool made big changes to their forward line over the summer, spending record-breaking money on Alexander Isak and Florian Wirtz, [...]
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• 2026 World Cup: USA Will Overcome Australia –Donovan

  12-12-2025 07:07 via completesports.com
  Former United States captain Landon Donovan has predicted that the team will defeat Australia in the 2026 World Cup. The ​US, co-hosts of the World Cup alongside Canada and Mexico, will play Paraguay, Australia, and a playoff winner in Group D. Speaking on the FOX Soccer podcast, Donovan stated that though he expects a tough [...]
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• ‘An Important Win’ — Finidi Reacts To Rivers United’s Victory Over Plateau United

  12-12-2025 07:02 via completesports.com
  Rivers United technical adviser Finidi George has thumbed up his team’s hard-earned victory over Plateau United. The former champions defeated Plateau United 2-1 at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, Port Harcourt on Thursday. Nenrot Silas gave Plateau United the lead, but Rivers United fought back through goals from Boluwaji Sholumade and Wisdom Ndom (own goal). Rivers [...]
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• Glasner Hails Uche, Palace Teammates For Europa Conference League Away Win

  12-12-2025 02:26 via completesports.com
  Oliver Glasner has praised Chrisantus Uche and his Crystal Palace teammates, following a comfortable win at Shelbourne in the UEFA Conference League on Thursday. Palace boosted their hopes of automatic progress to the Conference League knockout phase with a straightforward 3-0 win away to Shelbourne in Dublin. Uche, Eddie Nketiah and Yeremy Pino all scored [...]
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• ECL: Uche Scores, Bags Assist As Crystal Palace Thrash Shelbourne

  11-12-2025 23:12 via completesports.com
  Super Eagles midfielder Christantus Uche was at his best mettle as he scored a goal and bagged an assist in Crystal Palace’s 3-0 win over Shelbourne in Thursday’s Europa Conference League. The Nigerian international, who was making his second appearance in the competition, netted the opening goal in the 11th minute. Read Also:AFCON 2025: Chelle [...]
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• Mijatovic: Vinicius Needs To Temper His On-Field Behaviour At Real Madrid

  11-12-2025 22:01 via completesports.com
  Former Real Madrid GM Pedja Mijatovic has advised Vinicius Junior to control his on-field emotion at the club. Speaking with Marca, Mijatovic, who described the Brazilian international as a brilliant player, however, urged him to change his behavior if he wants to remain at Real Madrid. “Many people think I have something against Vinicius, quite [...]
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• FIFA rankings: Super Falcons drop to 37th, remain top in Africa

  11-12-2025 21:43 via vanguardngr.com
  Nigeria’s Super Falcons dropped one spot in the latest women’s ranking released by the Federation of International Football Associations, FIFA, on Thursday.Previously ranked 36th, the Super Falcons dropped to 37th but remain the top team of the continent.The Super Falcons were inactive during the last FIFA women’s international break which contributed to their current position in the monthly ranking.South Africa, Ghana, Zambia and Morocco complete the top five highest-ranked c
  
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• Arsenal Won’t Win The League With Merino As Striker –Gunners Legend Warns Arteta

  11-12-2025 21:36 via completesports.com
  Arsenal legend Paul Merson has warned Mikel Arteta that playing Mikel Merino As striker would hinder the Gunners from winning the Premier League title. Merino has played up front regularly in the absence of Gyokeres and Kai Havertz. Since the start of November, the Spanish international has registered four goals and three assists in seven [...]
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• Okoye, Arokodare dropped as Chelle names final Super Eagles AFCON squad [Full List]

  11-12-2025 21:14 via vanguardngr.com
  Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has recalled goalkeeper Francis Uzoho an Trabzonspor striker Paul Onuachu for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON.Chelle unveiled his squad on Wednesday, confirming three goalkeepers, eight defenders, eight midfielders and nine forwards for the continental tournament scheduled for December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026, in Morocco.The list features several fresh faces across all departments, but see notable names like Maduka Okoye, Victor Boniface and Tolu Aroko
  
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• AFCON 2025: Chelle Unveils Super Eagles’ Final List

  11-12-2025 21:01 via completesports.com
  Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has opted for goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, defenders Calvin Bassey, Semi Ajayi and Zaidu Sanusi, midfielders Wilfred Ndidi and Frank Onyeka, and forwards Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman in his 28-man squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The Franco-Malian also picked defenders Chidozie Awaziem and Bright Osayi-Samuel, midfielders [...]
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• Salah Remains Liverpool’s Talisman –Ex Burnley Striker

  11-12-2025 18:41 via completesports.com
  Former Burnley striker Charlie Austin believes Mohamed Salah still remains the club’s talisman despite his controversial outburst. The Egypt international was omitted from the squad that travelled to Italy for Tuesday’s 1-0 Champions League win at Inter Milan following a blistering attack on manager Arne Slot and the club hierarchy after being left on the [...]
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• AFCON 2025: Morocco Unveil Star-Studded Squad

  11-12-2025 18:09 via completesports.com
  Morocco head coach coach Walid Regragui on Friday unveiled a powerful 28-man squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, reports Completesports.com. The squad features the country’s biggest stars, led by Achraf Hakimi, Yassine Bounou, Sofyan Amrabat, and striker Youssef En-Nesyri. Regragui kept faith with majority of the players that reached the 2022 World Cup [...]
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• Which Players Should Make The Final List For Nigeria 2025 AFCON?

  11-12-2025 17:06 via completesports.com
  Are you seeking the latest Complete Sports updates from? Do you follow the Super Eagles”on their journey to AFCON 2025? Stay informed with all the top stories and analysis! 🤔⚽ Topics Discussed in Video; * Super Eagles Of Nigeria Set For Pre-AFCON Friendly Match Against The Pharaohs Of Egypt * Will the friendly game against [...]
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• PSG team bus stoned outside Bilbao hotel

  11-12-2025 16:46 via vanguardngr.com
  The Paris Saint-Germain team bus was pelted with stones outside the team hotel in Bilbao during the night after their Champions League game with Athletic, a source close to the club told AFP on Thursday.The bus was parked and had no passengers, the source said.Media reports said two cracks were visible on the coach and two people were arrested.The PSG players and staff were able to travel to the city’s airport for their Thursday morning flight back to Paris.The club is considering filing
  
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• Africa As The Global Leader In Demand For Free Football Predictions Online

  11-12-2025 15:23 via completesports.com
  Football isn’t just a sport in Africa-it’s a way of life that binds communities, inspires dreams, and fuels endless discussions. From bustling markets in Lagos to remote villages in Kenya, the game’s pulse beats strong. And with that passion comes an unmatched thirst for insights into upcoming matches. Africa leads the world in searches for [...]
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• Le Roy: Senegal, Not Nigeria Are Second Big Favourite To Win AFCON 2025

  11-12-2025 15:13 via completesports.com
  Former Ghana head coach Claude Le Roy has rated Senegal as second favourite ahead of the Super Eagles, to win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Recall that in early 2025, he listed Nigeria, Morocco, Senegal, Ivory Coast, Egypt, and Algeria as the main contenders. However, speaking with Canal+, Le Roy stated that Senegal are [...]
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• How Online Casinos Are Becoming Power Players In Nigerian Football

  11-12-2025 15:04 via completesports.com
  From jersey deals to digital fan engagement, online casino brands have quietly woven themselves into the fabric of Nigerian football. Here’s how the industry is shaping the local game in ways many fans don’t even notice. If you’ve followed Nigerian football in the past few years, you’ve probably noticed something interesting popping up on jerseys, [...]
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• AFCON 2025: FIFA’s Decision To Allow European Clubs Release African Players On December 15 Unfair –Broos

  11-12-2025 14:30 via completesports.com
  South African coach Hugo Broos has criticized FIFA’s decision to give clubs in Europe until December 15 to release African players for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. The AFCON kicks off on Dec. 21 and ends with the final on Jan. 18, with 52 matches across nine stadiums. Speaking with reporters, Broos [...]
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• NWFL: Ekiti Queens Banished To Abeokuta, Fined N2.5m

  11-12-2025 14:16 via completesports.com
  The Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL) has imposed sanctions on Ekiti Queens following assault on match officials during their home fixture against Edo Queens on Wednesday. Ekiti Queens lost the matchday three encounter 1-0. NWFL Chief Operating Officer Modupe Shabi condemned the attack and reiterated the league’s firm stance on safety and professionalism. “The assault [...]
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• Super Falcons Drop One Spot In Latest FIFA Ranking

  11-12-2025 13:09 via completesports.com
  The Super Falcons of Nigeria have dropped to 37th position in the latest FIFA Women’s World ranking, reports Completesports.com. The new ranking was released on the world’s soccer govering body official website on Thursday. The Super Falcons were not in action during the last FIFA international break. Read Also:AFCON 2025: Bassey Can Fill Troost-Ekong’s Void [...]
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