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• La Liga Headlines – How Spain La Liga betting Highlights The Dramatic Title Race

  05-12-2025 16:21 via completesports.com
  La Liga is approaching the season’s climax: from the top of the table to the European spots, the gaps are minimal. Any slip-up instantly shifts the balance of power. Against this backdrop, Atlético’s winning streak, Barcelona’s attacking surge, and Real Madrid’s internal dynamics make the championship especially tense. For those using Spain La Liga betting [...]
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• Arsenal Are Favourites To Win EPL Title This Season –Emery

  05-12-2025 22:01 via completesports.com
  Unai Emery believes his former side Arsenal are favourites to land this season’s Premier League title. Villa took just three points and scored only one goal in their opening five league games of the season but have won eight of the past nine to close to within six points of the Gunners. Arsenal have looked [...]
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• Osimhen’s late bicycle kick secures win for Galatasaray over Samsunspor

  05-12-2025 21:57 via vanguardngr.com
  Victor Osimhen scored twice, including a dramatic stoppage-time winner, as Galatasaray held off a late Samsunspor fightback to secure a 3-2 victory in the Turkish Super Lig on Friday night.The home side started strong, with Germany international Leroy Sané opening the scoring in the eighth minute.
  Osimhen then doubled Galatasaray’s lead just before the half-hour mark, finishing off a fine setup from Sané.Samsunspor came roaring back in the second half, with Anthony Musaba pu
  
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• Turkey: Osimhen Scores Brace In Galatasaray’s Win Over Samsunspor

  05-12-2025 21:37 via completesports.com
  Victor Osimhen scored a superb late winner to help Galatasaray beat Samsunspor 3-2 in their Turkish Super Lig encounter at the RAMS Park. It was Galatasaray’s first win in their last three games across all competitions. Leroy Sane gave the hosts a perfect start to the game netting the curtain raiser in the eighth minute. [...]
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• Alonso Must Readjust His Man-Management At Real Madrid –Flores

  05-12-2025 21:22 via completesports.com
  Former Sevilla coach Quique Sanchez Flores has advised Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso to readjust his system and man-management at the club. While victory at Athletic Bilbao eased pressure on Alonso this week, there remains doubts about Xabi’s relationship with the dressing room. Speaking with José Ramón de la Morena, Sanchez Flores told Alonso to [...]
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• 2026 World Cup Draw: Ghana, Senegal, Morocco, Cote d’Ivoire, Cape Verde Get Tough Opponents

  05-12-2025 21:14 via completesports.com
  Ghana, Cote d’Ivoire, Morocco, Algeria, Senegal and debutant Cape Verde will face tough opponents at the 2026 FIFA World Cup to be hosted in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The Black Stars, who are drawn in Group C will take on 1966 World Cup champions England, 2018 runners-up Croatia and Panama. Semi-finalists at the [...]
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• It Was Hard Leaving Liverpool –Kelleher

  05-12-2025 21:07 via completesports.com
  Brentford goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher has disclosed that it was difficult for him to leave Liverpool. Kelleher, who joined Brentford this summer, was often playing second fiddle to Alisson Becker and was only ever handed game time when the Brazilian was injured or when cup games came along. Speaking with Ben Foster podcast, Kelleher stated that [...]
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• I retired on my terms, no one forced me to – Troost-Ekong

  05-12-2025 20:58 via vanguardngr.com
  Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has dismissed claims that his retirement from international football was connected to a six-year bonus owed by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF).Speculation had suggested that Ekong decided to retire after voicing concerns about alleged mismanagement by the NFF.
  However, Ekong took to X (formerly Twitter) to clarify, “This just isn’t true my friend! I retired on my own terms and for my own reasons. None of the above mentioned. Wis
  
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• Galatasaray Ready To Offer €50m For Lookman

  05-12-2025 20:40 via completesports.com
  Galatasaray are ready to offer €50m for Atalanta winger Ademola Lookman, reports Completesports.com. The Turkish Super Lig champions have made Lookman their number one transfer target, according to Spanish media outlet, Fichajes. Okan Buruk’s side have also proposed a salary of €6m per season for the Nigeria international. Read Also:Fulham Ready To Splash Cash On [...]
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• 2026 World Cup draw: Brazil to face Morocco; Ghana, England in same group [Full List]

  05-12-2025 20:23 via vanguardngr.com
  The 12 groups for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, set to take place across the United States, Canada, and Mexico from June 11 to July 19, 2026, have been unveiled following Friday’s draw in Washington, D.C.The 2026 World Cup draw produced some intriguing matchups, with defending champions Brazil set to face Morocco, Scotland, and Haiti in Group C.
  England, meanwhile, has been drawn in Group L alongside Croatia, Panama, and Ghana, setting up a potentially exciting encounter with the Black Stars.O
  
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• Trump wins FIFA’s new peace prize at 2026 World Cup draw

  05-12-2025 20:05 via vanguardngr.com
  US President Donald Trump became the first ever recipient of FIFA’s new peace prize at the 2026 World Cup draw Friday — a compensation gift for a leader whose dream of winning the Nobel remains unfulfilled.Gianni Infantino, the head of world football’s governing body and a close ally of Trump, presented the 79-year-old with the award during the ceremony at the Kennedy Center in Washington.“Thank you very much. This is truly one of the great honors of my life. And beyond
  
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• 7 Times Super Eagles Battled For Glory In North African-Hosted AFCONs — And How They Fared

  05-12-2025 20:03 via completesports.com
  Nigeria’s Super Eagles will return to North Africa for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, seeking redemption after missing out on qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. As preparations intensify, attention has shifted to how the three-time champions have historically performed whenever Africa’s premier football tournament is hosted in the North African [...]
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• Premier League Hands Tunisia Star Four-Match Ban, £15,000 Fine For Spitting At Leeds Fans

  05-12-2025 17:31 via completesports.com
  Tunisia international and Burnley midfielder Hannibal Mejbri has been fined £15,000 and handed a four-game ban after admitting to an FA misconduct charge, The Mirror reports. The 22-year-old was charged following allegations that he spat at Leeds United fans in their Premier League fixture on October 18. It was confirmed on Friday afternoon that the [...]
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• Fulham Ready To Splash Cash On Chukwueze

  05-12-2025 16:52 via completesports.com
  Fulham are now ready to make Samuel Chukwueze’s loan deal permanent after the Nigeria international’s impressive start at the club. Chukwueze joined the Whites on season-long loan from Serie A giants, AC Milan in the summer. The 26-year-old has caught the eye with his impressive performances for Marco Silva’s side. Read Also:EPL: Chukwueze, Iwobi, Bassey, [...]
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• Secrets Of Football Analysis: Try This Sportsbook And Risk Assessment Strategies

  05-12-2025 16:31 via completesports.com
  Sports analytics is a complex process that requires working with large amounts of data, understanding psychology, and knowing how to manage finances. It takes a lot of time. Many beginners mistakenly believe that success depends on luck or intuition, but a professional approach is based solely on mathematics and facts. There are no miracles here. [...]
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• SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 37 Complete Sports’ Adeboye Amosu And Habeeb Kuranga On Nigeria’s chances In Morocco

  05-12-2025 15:53 via completesports.com
  The Super Eagles of Nigeria have modified their pre-tournament plans for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations following a new FIFA directive on player release dates. Nigeria had initially scheduled the start of its AFCON training camp for December 10. However, FIFA has formally notified national associations that clubs are only mandated to release players [...]
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• Guardiola says broadcasters owe him wine after nine-goal thriller

  05-12-2025 15:53 via vanguardngr.com
  Pep Guardiola joked Friday that he and Fulham manager Marco Silva deserved a bottle of wine for serving up a nine-goal thriller, but admitted Manchester City must tighten up defensively.City, second in the Premier League, led 5-1 at Craven Cottage on Tuesday but were left hanging on as the home team pushed for an equaliser.City manager Guardiola described the match, which finished 5-4, as “one of the games of the season”.“If I would be at home and watching that game, I don&rsq
  
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• NFF hails Ekong on international retirement

  05-12-2025 15:45 via vanguardngr.com
  The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has paid glowing tribute to Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong, describing him as a “committed and humble leader” following his retirement from international football.Troost-Ekong announced his retirement on his official X (Twitter) handle on Thursday, thanking fans, teammates and coaches for their support through his 10-year journey with the Super Eagles.The former Olympiakos and Watford defender wrote that representing Nigeria at the F
  
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• Mainoo ‘being ruined’ at Man Utd, says Scholes

  05-12-2025 15:44 via vanguardngr.com
  Manchester United great Paul Scholes says Kobbie Mainoo is “being ruined” by his lack of chances under Ruben Amorim, suggesting his best option is to leave Old Trafford.The 20-year-old had a breakthrough season in 2023/24, which ended with the academy graduate scoring in the FA Cup final and breaking into the England squad.But the midfielder has gone from starting the Euro 2024 final to struggling for game time at United.He requested a loan move in August but was turned down.Mainoo,
  
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• iLOTBET Brings Health, Sports And Community Spirit To Ifako-Ijaye With CSR Outreach

  05-12-2025 15:41 via completesports.com
  Residents of Ifako-Ijaye, Lagos, were treated to a lively and socially impactful weekend as iLOTBET hosted a community engagement programme that combined free health services with grassroots football and entertainment. The event, organised at the African Church Play Field in Idiagbon, drew a large turnout and underscored the company’s growing presence in community-based initiatives. From [...]
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• EPL: Leeds’ Style Of Football Will Cause Liverpool Defence Problems –Slot

  05-12-2025 14:33 via completesports.com
  Liverpool boss Arne Slot has disclosed that the Reds will face a difficult challenge with Leeds’ style of football ahead of Saturday’s Premier League clash. The Dutch tactician made this known on the backdrop of Leeds’ impressive victory over Chelsea on Wednesday. In a chat with the club’s website, Slot stated that Leeds United will [...]
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• Wenger: ‘France Super Favourites To Win 2026 World Cup’

  05-12-2025 14:07 via completesports.com
  Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has tipped France as favourites to win the 2026 World Cup. The FIFA World Cup 2026 will take place from June 11 to July 19, 2026, spanning 16 host cities in Canada, Mexico, and the United States. The draw will begin on Friday, 5th December, as many teams wait to [...]
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• AFCON 2025: Ndidi To Captain Super Eagles After Troost-Ekong’s Retirement

  05-12-2025 13:58 via completesports.com
  Wilfred Ndidi will captain the Super Eagles at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, reports Completesports.com. Ndidi will take up the role following William Troost-Ekong’s retirement. Troost-Ekong announced his retirement from international football on Thursday. Ndidi led the Super Eagles at last month’s 2026 FIFA World Cup African playoffs in Morocco. Read Also:NFF [...]
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• Player rotation unavoidable, Chelsea’s Maresca says

  05-12-2025 13:47 via vanguardngr.com
  Enzo Maresca said he had no choice but to rotate his Chelsea squad when questioned Friday over his team’s damaging 3-1 defeat at Leeds in midweek.The loss at Elland Road on Wednesday left the Blues in fourth place, nine points behind Premier League leaders Arsenal.“We did many things bad,” Chelsea boss Maresca said. “Probably we also paid the bill for playing one hour with 10 players against Arsenal.”The Italian, who has previously been criticised over his rotation
  
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• EPL: Chukwueze, Iwobi, Bassey, Uche Clash As Fulham Target Win Vs Cyrstal Palace

  05-12-2025 13:45 via completesports.com
  Super Eagles quartet of Samuel Chukwueze, Alex Iwobi, Calvin Bassey, and Christantus Uche will face each other as Fulham battle Crystal Palace at the Craven Cottage in Sunday’s Premier League clash. Chukwueze Keen To Add To Goal Tally Chukwueze, who scored two goals in the team’s 5-4 loss at home on Tuesday against Man City, [...]
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• NFF Celebrates Troost-Ekong on Super Eagles’ Retirement

  05-12-2025 13:05 via completesports.com
  The Nigeria Football Federation , NFF, has eulogised William Troost-Ekong following his announcement of immediate retirement from international football. Troost-Ekong announced his retirement from international football on Thursday. The NFF described the centre-back as a selfless and humble leader. “Captain Troost-Ekong was a dedicated, selfless and humble leader of the Super Eagles for so many [...]
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• Arsenal’s Merino has earned striking role – Arteta

  05-12-2025 13:03 via vanguardngr.com
  Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said Friday that midfielder Mikel Merino has earned the right to be considered for a striking role even when all his other forwards are fit.The Spain international, who joined the Gunners from Real Sociedad in August 2024, had never been deployed as a number nine before he arrived in London.But he scored nine goals in his first campaign at the Emirates, filling in for the injured Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus.The 29-year-old is already on 11 goals for club and count
  
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• Aston Villa vs Arsenal: The Gunners Target Another Step Toward First Premier League Title In 22 Years

  05-12-2025 12:51 via completesports.com
  Villa Park is set for a much anticipated Aston Villa vs Arsenal in a mouthwatering Premier League clash on Saturday, 6 December 2025. The Gunners are looking to establish an eight-point lead at the top of the league standings as they hunt for their first league title in 22 years. They last won it in [...]
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• Turkey orders arrest of 29 footballers in betting scandal

  05-12-2025 11:35 via vanguardngr.com
  Istanbul prosecutors on Friday ordered the arrest of 46 people, among them 29 football players, as part of a sprawling investigation into illegal betting on Turkish matches.Among the arrested players, 27 are suspected of having bet on matches involving their own teams, the public prosecutor’s office said in a statement.One was Metehan Baltaci, who plays for reigning Turkish champions Galatasaray, it said. Earlier this month, he had been suspended for nine months over the betting scandal.T
  
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• Ex-Manchester Utd star Lingard announces South Korea exit

  05-12-2025 11:02 via vanguardngr.com
  Former Manchester United and England star Jesse Lingard said Friday that he will leave FC Seoul next week after two seasons in South Korean football.The 32-year-old made the shock switch to the K League in February last year and made over 60 appearances for FC Seoul, but failed to win any silverware.His last game for the club will be at home to Melbourne City in the AFC Champions League on December 10.He gave no indication of where he might play next but FC Seoul said he “conveyed his des
  
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