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• Kaduna grows IGR by N27bn under Sani

  04-09-2026 02:45 via punchng.com
  
  The outgoing Executive Chairman of the Kaduna State Internal Revenue Service, Jerry Adams, has attributed the sustained growth in the state’s Internally Generated Revenue to the political will and non-interference of Governor Uba Sani in the operations of the agency. Adams, who spoke at the ongoing 160th meeting of the Joint Revenue Board in KadunaRead More: https://punchng.com/kaduna-grows-igr-by-n27bn-under-sani/
  
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• FIFA rejects Morocco claim over 2030 World Cup final

  11-09-2026 17:42 via vanguardngr.com
  
  FIFA said on Friday that a decision on the venue for the 2030 World Cup final would be made “in due course”, after Moroccan football federation president Fouzi Lekjaa said the showpiece match would be staged in Morocco.Morocco, Spain and Portugal are co-hosting the 2030 tournament and have already begun competing for the right to stage the final, with Madrid’s Santiago Bernabeu and a planned 115,000-seat stadium in Benslimane, near Casablanca, viewed as the leading contenders.
  
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• Pennant: Barcola Will Settle Faster Than Wirtz At Liverpool

  11-09-2026 17:17 via completesports.com
  Former Liverpool winger Jermaine Pennant has backed Bradley Barcola to settle into the Premier League faster than Florian Wirtz. Speaking to NetBet Sport following Barcola’s £123M move to Liverpool, Pennant stated that Barcola will adapt quicker because wing play is less “brutal” than central midfield. Read Also:EPL: Tough Challenge –Bassey Speaks Ahead Liverpool Vs Fulham [...]
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• Morata Names Osimhen Among World’s Top Three Strikers

  11-09-2026 16:49 via completesports.com
  Álvaro Morata has named Victor Osimhen among the top three strikers in world football, reports Completesports.com. The Leganés forward shared the pitch with Osimhen at Turkish Super Lig giants Galatasaray during the 2024/25 season, where he developed a strong admiration for the Nigerian striker both on and off the field. Morata Praises Osimhen Morata described [...]
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• Arteta reveals bizarre tactics to prepare players for matchday chaos

  11-09-2026 16:42 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeArsenal manager Mikel Arteta has revealed how he deliberately creates unexpected disruptions during pre-season to prepare his players for the chaos that can occur on matchdays.Arteta’s Premier League champions were affected by air traffic control problems while travelling to Italy for Wednesday’s Champions League clash with Napoli, arriving three hours later than scheduled.According to the BBC, Arteta said Arsenal were prepared for the disruption because he had
  
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• ‘Adapt to fixture schedule’ — Maresca tells Man Utd

  11-09-2026 15:56 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeManchester City manager Enzo Maresca has told Manchester United to “adapt” to the fixture schedule ahead of Sunday’s Manchester derby.City have two extra days to recover and prepare for the derby after beating Porto 2-0 in the Champions League on Tuesday, while United thrashed Sabah 4-0 on Thursday.Asked about the scheduling advantage, Maresca pointed to a similar situation City faced last season before their game against Arsenal.“Sometimes it happen
  
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• Free-scoring Chelsea must tighten up, says Alonso

  11-09-2026 15:55 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Xabi Alonso admitted his entertaining Chelsea team need to tighten up defensively after a swashbuckling start to the season that has featured goals galore at both ends.The Blues are the joint-top scorers in the Premier League, plundering eight goals in three matches, but have also conceded seven.Their rollercoaster ride continued on Wednesday when they found themselves 2-0 down against Leeds in the third round of the League Cup before roaring back to win 6-3.Alonso, in his first season as Chels
  
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• Mourinho defends Mbappe, Vinicius amid boos, compares them to fruit trees

  11-09-2026 15:49 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeReal Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has defended Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior after the two forwards were booed by the club’s supporters, comparing the stars to fruit trees that attract criticism because of their success.Both players were jeered by sections of the home support during Real Madrid’s 2-1 Champions League victory over Inter Milan on Tuesday, despite Mbappe scoring the opening goal.According to the BBC, Mourinho was asked about the criticism of Vi
  
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• Carrick dismisses Anderson’s claims Man City are ‘kings of Manchester’

  11-09-2026 15:44 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has dismissed Elliot Anderson’s jibe that City are “kings of Manchester” ahead of Sunday’s derby.Already trailing five points behind their bitter rivals, United will face Manchester City at Old Trafford with Anderson’s taunt ringing in their ears.Anderson joined City from Nottingham Forest for £116 million ($156 million) in the close-season after United refused to enter a bidding war for the England midfielder.The 23-yea
  
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• Ghana Forward Inaki Williams Announces Retirement From International Football

  11-09-2026 15:35 via completesports.com
  Black Stars of Ghana and Athletic Bilbao forward Inaki Williams has announced his retirement from international football. Williams announced his retirement in a statement posted on his X handle on Friday. “I feel the time has come to bring my journey with the Ghana national team to an end. 🇬🇭❤️,” the 32-year-old wrote. “I leave [...]
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• Gabriel Jesus blast over Barcelona move surprised me – Arteta

  11-09-2026 15:34 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta said he was “very surprised” by Gabriel Jesus’s claim that he was forced to train alone and was given no information prior to joining Barcelona.Jesus ended his four-year spell with the Gunners in September and has since made it clear he felt disappointed with the way his exit was handled.The Brazilian striker said in an interview this week that “out of nowhere they put me to train apart from the group”, adding that “nobody told me no
  
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• Chelsea reward Pedro Neto with new long-term deal

  11-09-2026 15:27 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeChelsea have rewarded Pedro Neto’s impressive start to the season and commitment to the club with a new contract running until 2032.The Portugal international attracted interest from several Premier League clubs, including Manchester City, during the summer transfer window but chose to stay at Stamford Bridge and continue under manager Xabi Alonso.According to Chelsea, Neto has made 108 appearances for the club since joining from Wolverhampton Wanderers in August 2024
  
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• Arteta Reacts To Criticism Over Handling Of Jesus, Martinelli Arsenal Exits

  11-09-2026 15:14 via completesports.com
  
  Mikel Arteta has said he is “very surprised” by criticism over Arsenal’s handling of the departures of Gabriel Jesus and Gabriel Martinelli this summer. Jesus claimed that “nobody told me anything” about why he was asked to train away from the first-team before securing a €15 million ($17m) move to Barcelona. Former Gunners striker Ian [...]
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• Hull City star Sorba Thomas escapes car crash unhurt

  11-09-2026 14:52 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adesewa AdewaleHull City winger Sorba Thomas has escaped injury after his car overturned in an accident near the club’s training ground in Cottingham on Friday morning, with the Premier League club confirming that the Wales international emerged from the vehicle unharmed.The 27-year-old was involved in the road accident on Millhouse Wood Lane, close to Hull City’s training facilities. Images showing the overturned vehicle circulated on social media, raising concern among supporte
  
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• Ghana forward Inaki Williams announces international retirement at 32

  11-09-2026 14:24 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Athletic Club forward Inaki Williams has announced his retirement from international football at the age of 32.The Ghana international made 28 appearances for the Black Stars after switching his allegiance from Spain in 2022.Williams scored two goals for Ghana and represented the country at two FIFA World Cups, featuring at the 2022 and 2026 tournaments.He was also part of Ghana’s squad at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, where the Black Stars were eliminated in the group stage.Inaki Willi
  
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• Ballon d’Or 2026 ranking after shortlist revealed

  11-09-2026 14:09 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The race for the 2026 Ballon d’Or is heating up, with the winner set to be announced in October.With the shortlist already revealed, several of the world’s biggest stars are competing for the prestigious individual award after standout campaigns for club and country.Here are the top 10 contenders ranked ahead of the ceremony.1. Harry Kane – Bayern Munich and EnglandHarry Kane heads the power rankings after producing the best season of his career so far.The England captain scor
  
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• Joao Pedro Wins Premier League Player Of The Month Award For August

  11-09-2026 13:04 via completesports.com
  
  Chelsea Brazil international Joao Pedro has been named the EA Sports Premier League Player of the Month for August 2026. The Blues confirmed Pedro as the winner in a statement on their official website on Friday. “It is the first time Joao Pedro has received the Premier League Player of the Month award and he [...]
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• Joao Pedro ends Chelsea’s 2-yr wait for Player of the Month award

  11-09-2026 13:00 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeChelsea forward Joao Pedro has won the Premier League Player of the Month award for August 2026, ending the club’s wait for the individual prize since Cole Palmer’s last victory almost two years ago.According to Chelsea, Pedro finished ahead of Palmer and six other shortlisted players in the public vote to claim his first Premier League Player of the Month award.The Brazilian made a flying start to the 2026/27 campaign, registering four goal contributions in Che
  
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• Amusan Leads Nigeria’s Quest For Glory At World Athletics Ultimate Championships

  11-09-2026 12:15 via completesports.com
  Nine Nigerian athletes will represent the country at the inaugural World Athletics Ultimate Championships, which get underway in Budapest, Hungary, from September 11 to 13. Leading Team Nigeria’s campaign is world-class hurdler Tobi Amusan, who will compete in the women’s 100m hurdles semifinal. She faces a strong field that includes Devynne Charlton, Danielle Williams, Alia [...]
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• Which Players Should Eric Chelle Invite For The 2027 AFCON Qualifiers?

  11-09-2026 12:12 via completesports.com
  
  The countdown is on! The Super Eagles are set to begin their journey towards the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations with crucial qualifiers against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau, before facing Russia in an international friendly in October. Nigeria cannot afford a slow start, and Eric Chelle will be expected to assemble a squad capable of getting [...]
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• ‘It’s A Privilege’ — Bassey Proud To Captain Fulham

  11-09-2026 11:52 via completesports.com
  
  Calvin Bassey has described it as a “privilege” to captain Premier League side Fulham, Completesports.com reports. The Nigeria international has worn the captain’s armband in Fulham’s opening three Premier League matches of the season following an injury to regular skipper Tom Cairney. Bassey Relishes Captaincy Role Bassey is relishing the opportunity and believes his familiarity [...]
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• Renting It Out vs. Selling It Now: Which Makes Sense In Las Vegas Now?

  11-09-2026 11:41 via completesports.com
  Owning a house in Las Vegas puts you in a good spot. You have options. When life changes, or when you simply want to make a smarter money move, the big question shows up fast: do you rent the place out or sell it and move on? There is no single right answer here. It [...]
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• 1XCup 2026: Scouts From African, European, Asian Clubs To Attend Knockout Stage Matches

  11-09-2026 11:34 via completesports.com
  The organizers of the 1xCup 2026 have announced that scouts from African, European, and Asian clubs will attend the knockout stage matches of Lagos’s biggest grassroots football tournament. In a statement issued on Thursday, the organizers announced ahead of the group stage draw at the Providence Hotel, Ikeja on Friday. “Starting with the knockout stage, [...]
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• Mino Casino Im Überblick: Bonus, Spiele Und Auszahlungen Für Österreich

  11-09-2026 11:01 via completesports.com
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• Donnarumma, Wife Hit, Bound, And Threatened With Knife During Paris Robbery

  11-09-2026 10:53 via completesports.com
  
  Manchester City goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma has revealed in Paris court documents that he was punched, bound, and threatened with a knife during a 2023 home invasion. According to Daily Mail, on July 21, 2023, four men smashed windows into Donnarumma’s luxury flat on Avenue Montaigne in Paris while he and his then-pregnant partner, Alessia Elefante, [...]
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• EPL: Manchester derby poses Maresca’s first big test, Chelsea aim to end Hull Honeymoon

  11-09-2026 10:33 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Enzo Maresca faces his first major test since stepping into Pep Guardiola’s shoes as City visit United in the Manchester derby on Sunday, while Arsenal aim to extend their flawless start at Sunderland.Alongside last season’s top two, only newly-promoted Hull remain unbeaten but their brilliant start faces an acid test against Xabi Alonso’s free-scoring Chelsea.At the other end of the table, Fulham have yet to register a point under Alvaro Arbeloa ahead of their tough trip to L
  
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• Flamingos To Open WAFU B U-17 Girls Cup Campaign Against Ghana

  11-09-2026 09:05 via completesports.com
  Nigeria’s Flamingos will begin their 2026 WAFU B U-17 Girls Championship campaign against arch-rivals Ghana’s Black Maidens on Wednesday, September 16. The Group B clash is scheduled to take place at the CKB Stadium in Côte d’Ivoire. The encounter will be a repeat of the 2024 final, when Ghana defeated Nigeria on penalties after the [...]
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• US Open: Rybakina silences Gauff, New York crowd to set up Sabalenka final

  11-09-2026 08:02 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeElena Rybakina silenced Coco Gauff and the New York crowd to reach the US Open final after battling back to beat the American 3-6, 6-4, 6-4 in a thrilling semi-final.According to Sky Sports, the incoming world No. 1 will face defending two-time champion Aryna Sabalenka in the final after the Belarusian defeated Jessica Pegula 7-5, 6-2 earlier in the night.Rybakina, who had already secured the world No. 1 ranking, recovered from losing the opening set to produce a powerful r
  
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• EPL: Tough Challenge –Bassey Speaks Ahead Liverpool Vs Fulham

  11-09-2026 08:00 via completesports.com
  
  Fulham defender Calvin Bassey says his side are ready for a tough challenge as they prepare to face Premier League leaders Liverpool at Anfield on Saturday. The Cottagers head to Merseyside looking to bounce back after a 1-0 loss to Sunderland last weekend, while Liverpool are unbeaten in the league this season. Read Also:FG Pays [...]
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• Femi Azeez Set For Brighton Debut

  11-09-2026 07:45 via completesports.com
  Nigerian winger Femi Azeez is in line to make his Brighton & Hove Albion debut against Coventry City on Sunday. Azeez joined the Seagulls from Sky Bet Championship side Millwall on transfer deadline day, but his debut was delayed by a minor hamstring injury. Brighton head coach Fabian Hurzeler has confirmed that the 25-year-old is [...]
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