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• Coup plot: Innocent suspects will be released after investigation — Defence minister

  04-09-2026 14:41 via punchng.com
  
  Nigeria’s Defence Minister, Christopher Musa, states innocent coup plot suspects will be released after investigation, with main actors facing prosecution.Read More: https://punchng.com/coup-plot-innocent-suspects-will-be-released-after-investigation-defence-minister/
  
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• Mac Allister scores winner as Liverpool beat Atletico Madrid 2-1

  09-09-2026 23:10 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Alexis Mac Allister did his case for an improved Liverpool contract no harm with the winner as Andoni Iraola got off to a winning Champions League start by beating Atletico Madrid 2-1 on Wednesday.Mac Allister expressed his frustration at not being offered a new deal on the eve of the match, but responded by blasting home from the edge of the box to cap Liverpool’s comeback.Marcos Llorente had given Atletico an early lead before Dominik Szoboszlai levelled before half-time.Victory came at
  
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• PSG begin UCL title defence with 6-1 win over Slovan Bratislava

  09-09-2026 23:04 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Ferran Torres scored a hat-trick as two-time defending champions Paris Saint-Germain began their bid to win a third consecutive Champions League title by thrashing Slovan Bratislava 6-1 on Wednesday.Ousmane Dembele got the first two goals for PSG at the Parc des Princes, before Spain’s World Cup final hero Torres struck three times on his Champions League debut for his new club.Fabian Ruiz sealed the win late on as the big victory sets PSG up nicely for the rest of the league phase.Vangua
  
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• UCL: Man United Can Compete With Europe’s Best –Carrick

  09-09-2026 21:34 via completesports.com
  
  Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick has backed his squad to go as far as possible and compete with Europe’s elite on their return to the UEFA Champions League. Manchester United host Azerbaijani champions Sabah at Old Trafford, ending a 1,003-day absence from the competition. Read Also:Stationery Stores Chairman Petitions FIFA, Demands Recognition For Father, [...]
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• Raphinha bags brace as Barcelona demolish Feyenoord 5-1

  09-09-2026 20:59 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Raphinha continued his superb goalscoring form with a brace as Barcelona demolished Feyenoord 5-1 to begin their Champions League campaign in perfect fashion on Wednesday.Karim Adeyemi curled home brilliantly from long range in between Raphinha’s strikes and Lamine Yamal bent in a free-kick as Hansi Flick’s team made light work of their Dutch visitors.After Sem Steijn pulled one back, Barca substitute Gabriel Jesus netted a fifth, the forward’s first goal since joining from Ar
  
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• Winning Champions League Trophy Our Main Goal This Season —Barcelona President Laporta

  09-09-2026 20:35 via completesports.com
  Barcelona president Joan Laporta, ​​has outlined the club’s main sporting objective for the season, stating that winning the UEFA Champions League title is the club’s main goal. “Our goal is to win the Spanish league title for the third consecutive time. We also aim to defend the domestic cup title. Furthermore, we want to win [...]
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• Carabao Cup: Chelsea hand 16-year-old Watson debut against Leeds

  09-09-2026 20:27 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeChelsea have handed 16-year-old Reggie Watson his senior debut against Leeds United in Wednesday’s Carabao Cup third-round clash at Stamford Bridge.Manager Xabi Alonso has made nine changes from the side that lost 2-1 to Arsenal on Sunday, with Watson named in the starting XI for the 8pm kick-off.Watson, the son of former Wigan captain Ben Watson, impressed during Chelsea’s pre-season and now makes his first competitive appearance for the Blues.Mike Penders repl
  
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• Stationery Stores Chairman Petitions FIFA, Demands Recognition For Father, Harmonisation Of NFF And NFA

  09-09-2026 18:54 via completesports.com
  
  Chairman of Stationery Stores Football Club of Lagos, Dr.  Adetilewa Adebajo, has petitioned world football governing body FIFA, calling for the historical recognition of his late father, Israel Adebajo, for his role in Nigeria’s affiliation with the organisation and urging an urgent review of the country’s football governance structure Completesports.com reports. In a memorandum dated [...]
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• U-20 WWC: Benfica Forward Akekoromowei Joins Falconets Teammates In Poland

  09-09-2026 18:39 via completesports.com
  
  Benfica new signing Janet Akekoromowei has joined up with her Falconets teammates at the ongoing FIFA women’s U-20 World Cup in Poland. Akekoromowei was included in the final squad for the World Cup but missed the team’s opening game against Spain which ended in a 2-0 defeat. It is gathered that the 18-year-old stayed back [...]
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• Henry: Rodri Is A Replica Of Busquets

  09-09-2026 18:32 via completesports.com
  
  Arsenal legend Thierry Henry has disclosed that Barcelona have signed a new Sergio Busquets by acquiring Rodri from Manchester City. In a chat with CBS Sports, Henry remarked that he never thought he would see another player like Sergio Busquets, but watching Rodhri made him realize Barcelona found a true successor. Read Also:‘I Want To [...]
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• U-20 WWC: Falconets Focused On China After Spain Setback – Aduku

  09-09-2026 18:14 via completesports.com
  Falconets head coach Moses Aduku says his team has put their opening-day defeat to Spain behind them and is fully focused on the crucial encounter with China. Nigeria will return to the Stadion Sosnowiec on Thursday evening for their second Group F fixture, hoping to bounce back from a disappointing 2-0 loss to 2022 champions [...]
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• Alonso backs Estêvão for key Chelsea role despite limited minutes

  09-09-2026 18:02 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeChelsea manager Xabi Alonso has backed young Brazilian forward Estêvão to play an important role despite his limited minutes so far this season.According to ESPN, the 19-year-old has made brief substitute appearances in two of Chelsea’s three Premier League matches, including Sunday’s 2-1 defeat to Arsenal, when his late effort was saved by David Raya.Estêvão came close to rescuing a point at the Emirates after replacing Jamie Gittens,
  
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• I want Champions League trophy more than anything — Mbappe

  09-09-2026 17:22 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeReal Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe has said winning the Champions League is more important to him than anything.Mbappe spoke after Real Madrid opened their Champions League campaign with a 2-1 victory over Inter Milan at the Santiago Bernabeu on Tuesday.The France international scored in the first half before Federico Valverde added a second, while Carlos Augusto pulled one back for Inter after the break.Asked about his priority this season, Mbappe told CBS: “The Champ
  
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• ‘I Want To Keep Playing And Enjoying My Football’ –Aina

  09-09-2026 17:18 via completesports.com
  Super Eagles defender Ola Aina has disclosed that being on the pitch and staying grateful for his career matters more than specific positions or pressure. Playing for both Nottingham Forest and the Super Eagles, he approaches his career with positivity, hard work, and a desire to keep things light and fun. Read Also:Fernandez: I’m Still [...]
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• Messi agrees to buy second Spanish club after Argentina retirement

  09-09-2026 16:56 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeLionel Messi has reached a preliminary agreement to become majority shareholder of Spanish second-tier club Eldense, days after ending his Argentina international career.According to the BBC, Eldense confirmed the agreement with Messi for the acquisition of shares currently owned by Grupo TH Soluciones, which would make the 39-year-old majority shareholder.The transaction remains subject to legal and contractual procedures, including due diligence and approval from Spain&rs
  
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• Fernandez: I’m Still Growing As A Player At Rangers

  09-09-2026 16:55 via completesports.com
  Rangers defender Emmanuel Fernandez has disclosed that he is tuning out external criticism and focusing on daily self-improvement following a difficult start to the 2026–27 season. In a chat with The Scottish Sun, the Super Eagles star noted that discussions with manager Derek McInnes have centered on maintaining full 90-minute concentration to eliminate minor errors. [...]
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• Carrick confident Man Utd can go far in ‘magical’ Champions League

  09-09-2026 16:50 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Michael Carrick believes Manchester United are strong enough to compete with Europe’s best on their return to the Champions League for the first time in three years.Carrick earned his position as permanent United boss after leading the Red Devils to third place in the Premier League in his interim spell last season.Having secured a place in Europe’s elite club competition, United kick off their league phase campaign on Thursday when they face Azerbaijani champions Sabah at Old Traff
  
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• CAF Confederation Cup: Shooting Stars Depart for Crucial Sfaxien Return Leg

  09-09-2026 16:48 via completesports.com
  
  Shooting Stars have departed Nigeria for Tunisia ahead of the crucial second leg of their CAF Confederation Cup first preliminary round tie against CS Sfaxien. The Oluyole Warriors left the Murtala Mohammed International Airport, Lagos, on Wednesday, travelling via Casablanca, Morocco, as they continue their preparations for Sunday’s decisive encounter. The trip marks Shooting Stars’ [...]
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• SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 137: Femi Opabunmi On The State Of Nigerian Football

  09-09-2026 15:34 via completesports.com
  
  Born on March 3rd, 1985, in Lagos, Femi Opabunmi started his football career in Ibadan, Oyo State, where he became a household name until the late coach Musa Abdullahi picked him, along with 22 others, to fly Nigeria’s flag at the 2001 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Trinidad and Tobago. He became a national hero [...]
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• Brighton Boss Offers Fresh Update On Azeez’s Injury

  09-09-2026 15:34 via completesports.com
  
  Brighton & Hove Albion head coach Fabian Hurzeler is hopeful that Femi Azeez will be fit to make his debut for the Seagulls when they travel to Coventry City on Sunday. Azeez joined Brighton from Sky Bet Championship side Millwall on transfer deadline day, but his debut has been delayed due to a minor injury. [...]
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• Supporters Clubs Laud Ongoing Reforms In Nigerian Football

  09-09-2026 15:27 via completesports.com
  Nigerian football supporters clubs have praised the National Sports Commission (NSC) and President Bola Tinubu for the ongoing reforms in the country’s football administration. The five major supporters’ clubs include the Nigeria Football Supporters Club (NFSC); the Super Eagles Supporters Club (SESC); Football Fans Club of Nigeria (FFCN); All Sports Supporters Club (ASSC); and the [...]
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• The Five Best Footballers In Mozambique’s History

  09-09-2026 14:28 via completesports.com
  
  For a country of around 33 million people, Mozambique has an outsized football heritage. Its greatest export was once called the finest player Africa has ever produced, and the modern Mambas now field men in the Premier League and the Champions League. That is part of why Mozambican fans study the Premier Bet football betting [...]
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• Arsenal Wrongly Denied Penalty Against Aston Villa —Panel Reveals

  09-09-2026 13:23 via completesports.com
  Arsenal should have been awarded a penalty at Aston Villa for Ian Maatsen’s challenge on Bruno Guimaraes, the Premier League’s Key Match Incidents Panel has ruled. The KMI Panel added that the Villa defender should also have received a second yellow card for the foul, and been sent off. The Gunners were leading 1-0 eight [...]
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• ‘You don’t understand football if you doubt Messi is the greatest’ – Zidane

  09-09-2026 12:45 via vanguardngr.com
  
  French football legend Zinedine Zidane has strongly backed Lionel Messi in the debate over the greatest footballer of all time, saying those who still doubt the Argentine’s status do not understand football.According to Marca, Zidane was also emphatic in backing Messi’s Ballon d’Or candidacy, saying he would vote for the Inter Miami forward “100 times” if given the opportunity.“I think people really don’t understand how incredible it is to still be amon
  
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• Courtois to put Belgium career on hold

  09-09-2026 12:45 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois said in quotes published on Wednesday he has decided to put his Belgium career on standby until September 2027.The 34-year-old made the last of his 115 international appearances at this summer’s World Cup but will only return to the Red Devils set-up for Euro 2028 qualifiers next year.The Real Madrid ‘keeper will miss the upcoming Nations League campaign under new boss Mark Van Bommel starting with a game against Italy on September 25.Van Bommel told Cour
  
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• Done Deal: Former Flying Eagles Winger Joins Saudi Club Al-Qadsiah

  09-09-2026 12:35 via completesports.com
  Former Flying Eagles winger Sani Suleiman has completed his move to Saudi Pro League club Al-Qadsiah, Completesports.com reports. Suleiman joins Brendan Rodgers’ side after a brief spell with Bundesliga outfit RB Leipzig. The 20-year-old Nigerian moved to Germany from Slovakian club AS Trenčín in January 2026 but failed to make a competitive appearance for Leipzig. [...]
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• List of players with most Ballon d’Or nominations

  09-09-2026 10:46 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The announcement of the 30-man shortlist for the 2026 Men’s Ballon d’Or has brought the spotlight back to the players who have enjoyed the longest runs among football’s elite.While the latest nominations feature a new generation of stars, Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi remain the two most nominated players in Ballon d’Or history.Messi has earned his 17th nomination after being included among the contenders for the 2026 award. The Inter Miami forward is now just one n
  
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• Ben Shelton ends Alcaraz’s US Open title defence in 4hr 28min thriller

  09-09-2026 10:38 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Ben Shelton stunned holder Carlos Alcaraz in an epic US Open quarter-final that ended at 3:34 am Wednesday, breaking the record for the latest finish in Flushing Meadows history.The big-hitting Shelton won 6-7 (5/7), 6-1, 6-3, 1-6, 7-6 (10/7) on Arthur Ashe stadium in a 4hr 28min classic, ending the Spaniard’s hopes of retaining his title in his first tournament back after a four-month injury absence.On a marathon day that stretched well into the early hours, two-time defending champion A
  
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• ‘Haaland Is An Animal, A Beast’ –Enzo

  09-09-2026 09:35 via completesports.com
  Manchester City midfielder Enzo Fernández has described Erling Haaland as an “animal, a beast” after combining for a goal in City’s UEFA Champions League win over Porto. Enzo told Prime Video Sport UK that every time he is on the pitch, he will look for Haaland to provide assists, calling him an amazing player and [...]
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• Fulham Move To Tie Down Bassey With New Contract

  09-09-2026 08:53 via completesports.com
  
  Premier League club Fulham are working on a new contract for Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey, Completesports.com reports. Bassey has one year remaining on his current deal with the London club, although Fulham have the option to trigger a one-year extension that would keep him at Craven Cottage until the summer of 2028. According to [...]
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