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• Haaland Is Unstoppable –Shearer

  12-09-2026 19:34 via completesports.com
  Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer has described Erling Haaland as unstoppable, backing the Manchester City striker to potentially break his all-time Premier League scoring record if he remains in England. Shearer called Haaland the perfect centre-forward due to his speed, physical strength, agility, and exceptional movement inside the six-yard box. Read Also:La Liga: Ejuke Helps [...]
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• EUROMATCH-NPFL: Finidi Currently In Abuja For CAF A-License Coaching Course —Rivers United

  18-09-2026 12:50 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side Rivers United have disclosed that head coach Finidi George is undergoing the CAF A-License Coaching Course in Abuja. The Port-Harcourt-based club made this known following Finidi’s absence in Wednesday’s league clash with Warri Wolves. The club took to its X handle to clarify that the former Super Eagles star [...]
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• AFCON Qualifiers 2027: Alverca Hail James’ Invitation To Super Eagles

  18-09-2026 12:27 via completesports.com
  Portuguese club Alverca has expressed immense pride following the maiden international call-up of their standout player, Isaac James, to the Super Eagles ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. The three-time African champions are gearing up for crucial fixtures, scheduled to host Madagascar on September 25 at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in [...]
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• EUROMATCH–NPFL: Rangers Confirm Awka Stadium As Home Ground For 2026/27 Season

  18-09-2026 12:20 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria champions, Rangers International, have confirmed they will play their home matches in the 2026/2027 EuroMatch–NPFL at the Awka City Stadium, Completesports.com reports. It will be the second time the Coal City Flying Antelopes will host their league home games in Awka, with the first coming during the 2022/23 abridged season. Rangers CEO Ezeaku Confirms [...]
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• Euromatch NPFL: Rangers Overcome Nasarawa United In Owerri

  18-09-2026 11:55 via completesports.com
  
  Defending champions Rangers secured their first win of the season after coming from behind to beat Nasarawa United 2-1 at the Dan Anyiam Stadium in Owerri on Friday. The rescheduled Matchday 3 fixture had been suspended in the 63rd minute on Thursday following a heavy downpour at the stadium. Play resumed on Friday morning, with [...]
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• Stair Lift Planning For Multilevel Homes With Different Daily Routines And Living Spaces

  18-09-2026 11:48 via completesports.com
  Living in a multilevel home often means essential rooms are distributed across separate floors. Bedrooms may be upstairs, laundry equipment may be downstairs, and the kitchen and primary entrance may occupy the main level. Planning a Stair Lift around these everyday destinations can make the decision more practical than considering the staircase in isolation. Household [...]
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• EUROMATCH–NPFL: Rivers United Now Focusing On League After CAFCL Exit – Olanrewaju

  18-09-2026 11:28 via completesports.com
  
  Rivers United Assistant Coach, Yemi Olanrewaju, says the Pride of Rivers will now shift their focus to the domestic top flight following the club’s exit from the CAF Champions League, Completesports.com reports. Rivers United finished in second position during the 2025/2026 NPFL season, which earned them the right to represent Nigeria in the 2026/2027 CAF [...]
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• Saha Faults Carrick’s Slow Style Of Play At Manchester United

  18-09-2026 10:05 via completesports.com
  
  Former Manchester United striker Louis Saha has voiced sharp criticism over the team’s tactical approach under Michael Carrick, arguing that a sluggish tempo and overly methodical possession style are blunting the side’s attacking edge. While acknowledging Carrick’s deep football intelligence, hallmark traits of his legendary playing career, Saha in a chat with Betano, suggested that [...]
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• EUROMATCH–NPFL 2026/27: Abdallah Urges Calm As Warri Wolves Endure Slow Start

  18-09-2026 09:53 via completesports.com
  
  Warri Wolves Head Coach, Hassan Abdalla, has posited that the Seasiders have no reason to worry just yet following the team’s slow start to the 2026/2027 EuroMatch–NPFL season, Completesports.com reports. Warri Wolves are without a point after two rounds of games, following a 2-1 defeat away to Bendel Insurance of Benin on the opening day [...]
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• Ikorodu City Celebrate Atata, Adeoye’s Super Eagles Call-Ups

  18-09-2026 08:50 via completesports.com
  Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) club Ikorodu City have celebrated their two players Michael Atata and Aderemi Adeoye, on their Super Eagles call-ups. On Thursday, Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle unveiled his squads for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau and the international friendly with Russia. Atata and Adeoye [...]
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• 2026 U-20 WWC: ‘We Came With Determination’ — Uzoma Reflects On Falconets’ England Win

  18-09-2026 08:26 via completesports.com
  Falconets captain Christianah Uzoma has credited the team’s determination for their impressive 3-0 victory over England in the Round of 16 at the ongoing 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup. Moses Aduku’s side delivered a dominant performance on Thursday to secure their place in the quarter-finals, with goals from Tosin Rafiu, Janet Akekoromowei and Mary [...]
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• EPL: Pedro, Caicedo May Be Available To Face Brentford –Chelsea Manager

  18-09-2026 07:50 via completesports.com
  
  Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has delivered an encouraging injury update ahead of his side’s upcoming fixture, confirming that virtually his entire squad is in contention and leaving the door open for Joao Pedro to make a timely return to the pitch. Speaking during his pre-match press conference, Alonso addressed lingering fitness concerns within the camp, [...]
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• 2026 U-20 WWC: CAF Congratulates Falconets After Dominant Win Against England

  18-09-2026 07:49 via completesports.com
  
  The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has congratulated Nigeria’s Falconets following their impressive round of 16 win against England on Thursday at the 2026 FIFA U-20 women’s World Cup. After finishing second in Group F, the Falconets thrashed England 3-0 thanks to goals from Tosin Rafiu, Janet Akekoromowei and Mary Mamudu. It was the Falconets’ [...]
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• 2026 U-20 WWC: Akekoromowei Fired Up For Falconets’ Title Quest

  18-09-2026 07:29 via completesports.com
  Nigeria forward Janet Akekoromowei says the Falconets are fully determined to lift the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup trophy. The Falconets booked their place in the quarter-finals on Thursday with a convincing 3-0 victory over England’s Young Lionesses. Moses Aduku’s side will face Colombia in the last eight in Lodz on Sunday afternoon, with [...]
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• 2026 U-20 WWC: Colombia Captain Turns Attention to Falconets After Poland Victory

  18-09-2026 07:01 via completesports.com
  Colombia captain Juana Ortegon says her team has already shifted its focus to Nigeria’s Falconets after securing a place in the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup, reports Comoletesports.com. The South Americans booked their spot in the last eight with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over hosts Poland in a keenly contested Round [...]
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• 2026 U-20 World Cup: Colombia Captain Turns Attention to Falconets After Poland Victory

  18-09-2026 07:01 via completesports.com
  Colombia captain Juana Ortegon says her team has already shifted its focus to Nigeria’s Falconets after securing a place in the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup, reports Comoletesports.com. The South Americans booked their spot in the last eight with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over hosts Poland in a keenly contested Round [...]
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• Rangers Women Will Compete In NWFL Premiership –Ezeaku

  17-09-2026 23:03 via completesports.com
  Rangers International FC is expanding its rich footballing heritage, with club CEO Amobi Ezeaku officially announcing that the newly formed women’s team will feature in the upcoming Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership season. The landmark development brings the famous “Flying Antelopes” brand into women’s elite club football, offering a massive boost to the growth [...]
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• Ndidi, Simon, Iheanacho Headline Super Eagles Squad for Russia Friendly

  17-09-2026 22:31 via completesports.com
  
  Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has announced a 24-man squad for Nigeria’s international friendly against Russia. The West Africans are set to face Russia at the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium on Tuesday, 6 October. Captain Wilfred Ndidi headlines the squad, with Moses Simon, goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, defenders Bright Osayi-Samuel and Benjamin Fredricks. Midfielder Raphael Onyedika, [...]
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• FIFA U-20 WWC: Falconets To Face Colombia In Quarterfinal

  17-09-2026 21:47 via completesports.com
  
  Falconets of Nigeria will take on Colombia in the quarterfinals of the 2026 FIFA U-20 women’s World Cup in Poland. The quarterfinal tie was confirmed after Colombia edged out hosts Poland 1-0 in Thursday’s round of 16 clash. The decisive goal came late, in the 89th minute, through an own goal by Poland’s Martyna Bartczak, [...]
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• Monaco CEO: We Will Sell Balogun In January Transfer Window

  17-09-2026 21:44 via completesports.com
  AS Monaco’s CEO Thiago Scuro has dropped a major transfer bombshell, with the club confirming that USMNT striker Folarin Balogun will be made available for transfer when the winter window opens in January. The announcement sets the stage for a high-profile scramble for the former Arsenal forward, who has experienced an up-and-down spell in Ligue [...]
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• AFCON 2027Q: Chelle Unveils Squad For Double-Header Against Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau

  17-09-2026 20:46 via completesports.com
  Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has unveiled a 24-man squad for Nigeria’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying matches against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau. Captain Wilfred Ndidi headlines the squad alongside defender Semi Ajayi, midfielder Alex Iwobi, and forwards Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman and Moses Simon. Goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has also been called up, [...]
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• Euromatch NPFL: Rangers vs Nasarawa Suspended Due To Heavy Rainfall

  17-09-2026 19:56 via completesports.com
  The Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) encounter between Enugu Rangers and Nasarawa United at the Dan Anyiam Stadium was suspended on Thursday afternoon, due to heavy rainfall which made the pitch unplayable. With the game tied at 1-1, the heavens opened up, eventually creating heavy pools of water across the turf that made ball movement [...]
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• Burna Boy To Headline Halftime Show At 2026 NFL Paris Game

  17-09-2026 18:56 via completesports.com
  Afrobeats megastar Burna Boy is set to take his global dominance to the gridiron, having been officially announced as the headline act for the halftime show at the 2026 NFL Paris Game. The landmark selection highlights the continuing fusion of elite sports and world-class musical entertainment as the NFL expands its international footprint into the [...]
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• 2026 U-20 WWC: England Coach Disappointed With Defeat To Falconets

  17-09-2026 18:41 via completesports.com
  
  England U-20 women’s head coach Lydia Bedford has expressed her disappointment following her side’s 3-0 defeat to Nigeria in the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup. The Young Lionesses were eliminated from the tournament after a difficult encounter in Bielsko-Biala, with Nigeria’s Falconets securing a convincing victory. Falconets In Cruise [...]
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• 2026 U-20 WWC: England Underrated Us — Aduku Reacts After Falconets’ Triumph

  17-09-2026 18:36 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria’s Falconets head coach, Moses Aduku, has revealed that England’s Young Lionesses suffered a 3-0 defeat because they underestimated the Nigerian side. The Falconets secured a commanding victory at the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Poland, thanks to goals from Tosin Rafiu, Janet Akekoromowei, and Mercy Mamudu. Read Also:FIFA U-20 WWC: English FA [...]
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• FIFA U-20 WWC: English FA Congratulates Falconets On Qualification To Quarterfinal

  17-09-2026 18:08 via completesports.com
  The English Football Association has has sent a congratulatory message to Nigeria’s Falconets, following their qualification to the quarterfinals of the FIFA women’s U-20 World Cup on Thursday. The Falconets sealed their place in the last eight after a dominant 3-0 win against the Young Lionesses of England. Goals from Tosin Rafiu, Janet Akekoromowei and [...]
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• 2026 U-20 WWC: Akekoromowei Bags POTM In Falconets’ Win Over England

  17-09-2026 17:38 via completesports.com
  Janet Akekoromowei was named Player of the Match after Nigeria’s Falconets secured a commanding 3-0 victory over England in their Round of 16 clash at the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup. Tosin Rafiu opened the scoring in the eighth minute with a strong contender for Goal of the Tournament. The midfielder surged down the [...]
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• U-20 WWC: Falconets Outclass England 3-0 To Seal Quarterfinal Spot

  17-09-2026 17:06 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria’s Falconets thrashed England 3-0 to reach the quarterfinals of the FIFA women’s U-20 World Cup on Thursday. Goals from Tosin Rafiu, Janet Akekoromowei and substitute Mary Mamudu secured the dominant win for the Falconets. Rafiu opened the scoring in the 7th minute as she ran on to a pass and hit a low left [...]
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• 1XCup 2026: Ajuwa Wallop Joy Cometh 4-0 As AUX Edge ECAS

  17-09-2026 16:50 via completesports.com
  The 1XCup 2026 group stage continued on Wednesday, September 16, with three matches producing seven goals, including a dominant performance by Ajuwa FA as they went to the top of Group C. ECAS FA 0–1 AUX FC AUX FC secured a hard-fought 1–0 victory over ECAS FA in Group F with the only goal of [...]
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• NNL: Bayelsa United Receive Jersey Boost From Ex-Players Ahead Of 2026/27 Season

  17-09-2026 16:07 via completesports.com
  
  Despite the team’s relegation, former players of Bayelsa United have donated a set of jerseys to the club to support its preparations for the 2026/27 Nigeria National League (NNL) season, Completesports.com reports. Bayelsa United Chairman Grateful To Ex-Players Presenting the jerseys, leader of the ex-players and former Chairman of Bayelsa United, Dr Ebiki Timitimi, said [...]
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