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• U-20 WWC: Falconets Arrive Katowice For Spain Showdown

  03-09-2026 21:39 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria’s Falconets arrived in Katowice on Thursday as preparations entered the final phase ahead of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Poland. The team departed their training base in Trzebnica and checked into the Novotel Katowice Centrum ahead of their opening Group F clash with Spain on Monday. The Falconets spent 10 days [...]
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• EUROMATCH NPFL: Barau FC Extend Unbeaten Run After 1-1 Draw at Sporting Lagos

  26-09-2026 19:35 via completesports.com
  Newly promoted Barau FC have continued their fairytale start to life in the NPFL, extending their unbeaten run to six games after a hard-fought 1-1 draw away at Sporting Lagos on Saturday. Barau went into the game at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena as league leaders with 11 points from five matches — three wins and [...]
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• AFCON 2027Q: Ilenikhena Proud To Make Super Eagles Debut

  26-09-2026 19:34 via completesports.com
  
  George Ilenikhena has expressed his delight after making his debut for the Super Eagles of Nigeria, Completesports.com reports. The 20-year-old made his first appearance for the senior national team on Friday in Nigeria’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying Matchday 1 clash against Madagascar. Ilenikhena marked his debut in style, cancelling out Kari Eshan’s opening [...]
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• Caicedo’s Comeback Will Be Crucial For Alonso –Hasselbaink

  26-09-2026 19:30 via completesports.com
  
  Former Chelsea striker Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink has shared his perspective on Moisés Caicedo’s impending return from injury, noting that while the Ecuadorian midfielder will naturally improve the side, he alone cannot solve all of Xabi Alonso’s defensive problems. Caicedo’s start to the campaign has been severely disrupted by recurring calf issues, restricting him to just [...]
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• 2027 AFCONQ: CAF Celebrates Usor On Superb Goal Against Madagascar

  26-09-2026 16:44 via completesports.com
  The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has hailed Moses Usor for his superb goal against Madagascar. Usor made his Super Eagles debut in Friday’s matchday 1, Group L 2027 AFCON qualifier in Uyo. After coming on for Samuel Chukwueze in the 61st, Usor then got on the score sheet to put the Super Eagles 2-1 [...]
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• Joshua To Earn £75m From British Mega-Fight Against Fury

  26-09-2026 16:09 via completesports.com
  British heavyweight star Anthony Joshua is reportedly in line to rake in a staggering £75 million purse for his long-awaited, career-defining showdown against rival Tyson Fury. The astronomical payday underscores the unmatched commercial magnitude of the bout, which stands to shatter financial records for a domestic heavyweight clash. Read Also:Joshua vs Fury Confirmed For December [...]
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• AFCON 2027Q: ‘What A Moment’ — Usor Relishes Super Eagles Debut Goal

  26-09-2026 15:48 via completesports.com
  
  Moses Usor could hardly contain his excitement after scoring on his Super Eagles debut, Completesports.com reports. The LASK winger enjoyed a dream first appearance for Nigeria, coming off the bench to score the winning goal in a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Madagascar in their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying opener in Uyo on Friday. [...]
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• Euromatch NPFL: Rivers United Stronger Than Last Season — Finidi

  26-09-2026 15:05 via completesports.com
  Rivers United technical adviser Finidi George believes his team is better equipped for the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, campaign than they were last season. The Port Harcourt club, who finished second in the NPFL last season behind Rangers, are yet to taste defeat in the current campaign. Rivers United currently occupy second position on [...]
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• 2027 AFCONQ: ‘Nwabali Is Superior’ –Ikpeba Backs Chippa United Goalkeeper Over Okoye

  26-09-2026 14:54 via completesports.com
  Former Nigerian international Victor Ikpeba has shared his assessment of the Super Eagles’ ongoing goalkeeping debate in the wake of the team’s 2–1 victory over Madagascar in their opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier in Uyo. While reflecting on the team’s performance at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Ikpeba turned his attention to the battle [...]
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• 2027 AFCONQ: Super Eagles’ Madagascar Win Boosts Confidence For Guinea-Bissau Clash — Ikhana

  26-09-2026 13:56 via completesports.com
  
  Kadiri Ikhana believes the Super Eagles’ hard-fought 2-1 victory over Madagascar in their opening Group L fixture of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers has provided a timely confidence boost ahead of Tuesday’s away clash with Guinea-Bissau, Completesports.com reports. The former Nigeria defender and 1980 AFCON winner said the team’s ability to recover from [...]
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• AFCON 2027Q: Al-Ittihad Celebrate Ilenikhena’s Maiden Super Eagles Goal

  26-09-2026 13:01 via completesports.com
  Saudi Arabian club Al-Ittihad have congratulated George Ilenikhena after the striker scored his maiden goal for the Super Eagles, Completesports.com reports. Ilenikhena marked his Nigeria debut with a goal in the Super Eagles’ 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying clash against Madagascar at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, on Friday night. Madagascar took a [...]
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• Euromatch NPFL: Fireworks Expected As Nasarawa United Face Niger Tornadoes In Northern Derby

  26-09-2026 11:15 via completesports.com
  Excitement is reaching fever pitch as the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) gears up for a thrilling northern derby, with Nasarawa United set to lock horns with Niger Tornadoes in what promises to be a fiercely contested encounter on Sunday. Matches between these two regional rivals have traditionally been characterized by high intensity, tactical chess [...]
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• AFCONQ 2027: Iwobi Wins Man-Of-The-Match In Eagles’ Victory Over Madagascar

  26-09-2026 10:23 via completesports.com
  Super Eagles playmaker Alex Iwobi has been officially named the Man of the Match following his stellar performance in Nigeria’s hard-fought 2–1 victory over Madagascar in their opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo. While goals from debutant George Ilenikhena and substitute Moses Usor sealed the dramatic comeback, [...]
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• ‘Thank You’ — Ajibade Salutes Retiring Super Falcons Veteran Ohale

  26-09-2026 10:20 via completesports.com
  
  Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade has paid tribute to veteran defender Osinachi Ohale following her decision to retire from international football. Ajibade Hails True Legend Ohale Ajibade described Ohale as “a true legend” and praised her dedication to the Nigerian national team throughout her illustrious career. “Thank you, Osi @OhaleOsinachi, for everything you gave to [...]
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• CAF Pays Tribute To Ohale On International Retirement

  26-09-2026 08:11 via completesports.com
  The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has paid tributes to Nigeria’s Super Falcons legend Osinachi Ohale on her retirement from international football. Ohale, 34, announced her retirement from internationals football in a post on social media on Friday. “After 16 years of wearing the Nigeria jersey, representing my country and giving everything I had for [...]
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• Super Falcons Defender Ohale Bows Out Of International Football

  26-09-2026 07:56 via completesports.com
  Super Falcons defender Osinachi Ohale has announced her retirement from international football after an illustrious 16-year career with the Nigerian women’s national team. The experienced centre-back, 34, made the announcement on Friday via her social media accounts, bringing an end to a remarkable international career that saw her earn 86 caps for Nigeria. Ohale was [...]
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• Retire Now — Bardsley Advises Ronaldo

  26-09-2026 07:08 via completesports.com
  Former Premier League defender Phil Bardsley has added fuel to the ongoing debate surrounding Cristiano Ronaldo’s international future, bluntly calling on the veteran forward to retire from Portugal duty following a disappointing performance against Wales. Ronaldo, international football’s all-time leading goalscorer, faced severe scrutiny from pundits and fans alike after turning in a subdued and [...]
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• I Lost 99 Percent Of Everything I Earned In Football Because Of Family Issues, Agents — Roberto Carlos

  26-09-2026 07:06 via completesports.com
  Legendary Brazil and Real Madrid left-back Roberto Carlos has revealed that he lost 99 percent of everything he earned in football due to family and agents issues. Carlos was one of the key figures at the opening of the second day of the “Portugal Football Summit” and participated in the panel “Beyond the pitch: building [...]
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• AFCONQ 2027: Oshoala Hails Usor’s Brilliant Solo Goal Against Madagascar

  26-09-2026 06:50 via completesports.com
  Super Falcons star Asisat Oshoala has joined fans and pundits in praising Super Eagles winger Moses Usor, following his sensational solo goal in Nigeria’s 2–1 victory over Madagascar in their opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. Coming off the bench as a substitute, the 24-year-old LASK forward picked up the ball and embarked on [...]
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• AFCON 2027Q: Super Eagles Showed Strong Mentality in Hard-Fought Win Over Madagascar — Chelle

  26-09-2026 00:32 via completesports.com
  
  Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has praised his players for showing strong character in their 2-1 victory over Madagascar in the opening match of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign. Nigeria came from behind to defeat the Barea at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Friday night. Madagascar stunned the [...]
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• 2027 AFCONQ: I Never Thought I’d Play 100 Games For Super Eagles — Simon

  25-09-2026 23:53 via completesports.com
  Moses Simon has said he never thought he would reach 100 caps for Nigeria’s Super Eagles. Simon made his 100th appearance for the Super Eagles, after he was introduced on 61 minutes for Akor Adams, in Friday’s Group L, matchday 1 2027 AFCON qualifier with Madagascar in Uyo. Goals from debutants, George Ilenikhena and Moses [...]
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• AFCONQ 2027: Difficult To Accept Defeat –Madagascar Coach Reacts To Loss To Super Eagles

  25-09-2026 23:41 via completesports.com
  Madagascar head coach Corentin Martins has candidly explained why his side threw away an early lead to suffer a 2–1 defeat against the Super Eagles of Nigeria in their opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. Despite stunning the home crowd by breaking the deadlock early, the Barea were ultimately undone by clinical goals from [...]
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• AFCON 2027Q: Super Eagles’ Rating Player-By-Player In Slim Win Over Madagascar

  25-09-2026 22:06 via completesports.com
  
  Following the Super Eagles’ 2-1 victory over Madagascar’s Barea in Friday’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixture at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, Completesports.com’s ADEBOYE AMOSU appraises the performance of the players… Stanley Nwabali 7/10 Chippa United goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali produced a superb save in the 51st minute to deny Madagascar captain [...]
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• AFCONQ 2027: Adepoju Thumbs Up Eagles’ Win Against Madagascar

  25-09-2026 22:04 via completesports.com
  
  Former Nigerian international Mutiu Adepoju has expressed satisfaction with the Super Eagles’ hard-fought 2–1 victory over Madagascar in their opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo. The hosts suffered an early scare when Madagascar capitalized on a swift transition to beat goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali and silence the home [...]
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• 2027 AFCONQ: Debutants Ilenikhena, Usor On Target As Super Eagles Edge Out Madagascar 2-1

  25-09-2026 20:03 via completesports.com
  It was the best of debuts for George Ilenikhena and Moses Usor as the duo’s strikes saw the Super Eagles come from a goal down to beat Madagascar 2-1, in their first Group L 2027 Africa Cup of Nations in Uyo on Friday. More to follow…
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• Ferdinand: Man City Should Be Stripped Of Premier League Title

  25-09-2026 19:31 via completesports.com
  Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has publicly voiced his belief that his former club should be awarded the 2011–12 Premier League title if Manchester City face severe retroactive sanctions. The remarks follow major developments regarding Manchester City’s long-running financial case, with the club facing heavy scrutiny over numerous alleged breaches of financial regulations. Read [...]
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• 2027 AFCONQ: Guinea-Bissau Beat Tanzania 2-0 Away In Group Opener

  25-09-2026 17:51 via completesports.com
  
  Guinea-Bissau made a perfect start to the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers with an impressive 2-0 away win over co-hosts Tanzania on matchday 1, in Group L on Friday. Goals from Franculino in the 33rd minute and Mama Balde on 58 minutes secured the win for Guinea-Bissau. Tanzania, who are already qualified automatically for [...]
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• AFCON 2027Q: Chelle Unveils Super Eagles Starting XI Vs Madagascar

  25-09-2026 17:10 via completesports.com
  Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has named his starting XI for Nigeria’s opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against Madagascar tonight. Chippa United goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali will start between the posts. Ola Aina and Bruno Onyemaechi have been selected as the two full-backs, while experienced defenders Semi Ajayi and Calvin Bassey will [...]
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• Nigeria Vs Madagascar Live Blogging: AFCON 2027 Qualification; Group L Matchday 1

  25-09-2026 17:00 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria Vs Madagascar: Completesports.com’s Live Blogging of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON 2027) qualifying match (Group L, Matchday 1) between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and Barea of Madagascar at Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo.
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• EUROMATCH NPFL: Let’s Go For The Three Points — Gafar Charges Former Team Plateau United Ahead Inter Lagos Clash

  25-09-2026 16:49 via completesports.com
  
  Morak FC forward, Saka Gafar, has urged his former club Plateau United to go for the three points ahead of Sunday’s EUROMATCH NPFL home clash with Inter Lagos. Plateau United will go into this weekend’s fixture on the back of four straight games without defeat. The Gbenga Ogunbote-led side have won two and drawn two [...]
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