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• Wright: Man City Must Be Punished Heavily

  30-09-2026 07:57 via completesports.com
  
  Arsenal legend Ian Wright has pulled no punches in his assessment of Manchester City, accusing the club of cheating on an industrial scale following the landmark independent commission verdict. Speaking on ITV regarding the seismic ruling that found City guilty of the vast majority of their Premier League financial breaches, Wright insisted that standard penalties [...]
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• He’s A Cockroach For Joining Joshua’s Camp –Fury Unleashes Furious Rant At Brother Peter

  04-10-2026 22:07 via completesports.com
  The pre-fight animosity surrounding Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua’s upcoming December showdown has spilled spectacularly into the family dynamic, with John Fury launching a furious, unfiltered rant at his own brother, Peter Fury. The explosive feud erupted after Peter, Tyson’s former trainer who famously guided the “Gypsy King” to his breakthrough world title win against [...]
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• Euromatch NPFL: Rangers, Enyimba Win At Home; Rivers United Extend Unbeaten Run

  04-10-2026 19:56 via completesports.com
  
  Defending champions Rangers maintained their position at the top of the Nigeria Premier Football League,NPFL, table after securing a comfortable 3-1 victory over Abia Warriors at the Awka City Stadium. Experienced striker Godwin Obaje opened the scoring for Rangers eight minutes before half-time. The champions doubled their advantage four minutes into the second half through [...]
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• Nations League: Catastrophic Night –Modric Left Devastated By England Rout

  04-10-2026 19:42 via completesports.com
  AC Milan midfielder Luka Modric has admitted that he felt ashamed for the first time in his illustrious 20-year international career after Croatia suffered a historic 7-0 thrashing at the hands of England in the UEFA Nations League. Playing in Rijeka, the Vatreni endured the heaviest defeat in their modern footballing history since gaining independence [...]
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• Arsenal Leading Race To Sign 2026 World Cup Star In January Transfer Window

  04-10-2026 18:38 via completesports.com
  
  Reigning Premier League champions Arsenal are leading the race to sign RB Leipzig winger Antonio Nusa in the January window. The Gunners are said to be preparing an opening offer of around €40m for the 21-year-old Norway international, ahead of North London rivals Tottenham Hotspur. According to Fussball News and TeamTalk, Arsenal and Spurs are [...]
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• Haaland Takes Legal Action Against Norwegian Air Over Alleged World Cup Advert

  04-10-2026 18:14 via completesports.com
  
  Manchester City star Erling Haaland has taken legal action against Norwegian Air Shuttle, filing a formal lawsuit over an alleged social media advertisement published during the FIFA World Cup. The dispute centers on a promotional post where the airline digitally edited an aircraft to feature blonde hair tied into a trademark ponytail, accompanied by the [...]
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• Adams: Super Eagles Will Overcome Guinea-Bissau Setback

  04-10-2026 18:13 via completesports.com
  
  Super Eagles forward Akor Adams believes Nigeria can quickly recover from their disappointing 3-0 defeat to Guinea-Bissau in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Nigeria were comfortably beaten by the Djurtus in their Matchday 2 encounter at the September 24 Stadium in Bissau on Tuesday, following a narrow 2-1 victory over Madagascar in their [...]
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• Pickford Welcomes Competition From Trafford For England’s No. 1 Jersey

  04-10-2026 17:56 via completesports.com
  Everton and long-standing England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford has embraced the growing rivalry with James Trafford, insisting that fresh competition can only bring out the best in him. Pickford, who has held the undisputed No. 1 spot for nearly a decade, recently watched from the sidelines as manager Thomas Tuchel handed starts to the in-form Leeds [...]
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• Friendly: Chelle Hands Ajasa Late Invitation For Super Eagles’ Clash With Russia

  04-10-2026 15:40 via completesports.com
  
  Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has handed a late invitation to Rostov midfielder Ibraheem Mahfus Ajasa for the team’s international friendly against Russia. Ajasa was called up to replace Bright Osayi-Samuel, who is one of three players to have withdrawn from the squad. Captain Wilfred Ndidi and Akpe Victory have also pulled out of [...]
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• Man United Legend Linked With Ghana’s Coaching Job

  04-10-2026 15:17 via completesports.com
  
  Manchester United legendary striker and former Trinidad and Tobago international Dwight Yorke is interested in coaching Ghana Black Stars. The 54-year-old Trinidad and Tobago legend boasts an impressive football résumé, having won the UEFA Champions League, three Premier League titles and the FA Cup during his illustrious spell at Manchester United. “If they [Ghana] want [...]
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• Euromatch NPFL: Kolimba Vows Tornadoes Will Down Kun Khalifat In Minna

  04-10-2026 13:34 via completesports.com
  
  Niger Tornadoes goalkeeper Alladoum Kolimba has challenged his teammates to fight for maximum points when they face Kun Khalifat FC in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, on Sunday. The Ikon Allah Boys are currently without a win in their last five league matches and will be looking to end the barren run with victory [...]
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• Euromatch NPFL: Sporting Lagos Coach Buter Summoned Over Referee Remarks

  04-10-2026 11:24 via completesports.com
  
  Sporting Lagos head coach Jeffrey Buter has been summoned by the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) over comments he made following his side’s home clash against Barau FC. Sporting Lagos were held to a 1-1 draw by Barau FC in the keenly contested encounter at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos. Following the match, Buter [...]
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• FRIENDLY: Russia Send Strong Super Eagles Warning With 6-0 Hammering Of Namibia

  04-10-2026 10:06 via completesports.com
  
  Russia have sent a warning to Nigeria’s Super Eagles ahead of Tuesday’s international friendly after thrashing Namibia 6-0 on Saturday. The Russians ran riot at the Ekaterinburg Arena, scoring five second-half goals to dismantle the Brave Warriors in their encounter game before facing the Super Eagles. Lechi Sadulaev opened scoring in the 37th minute, before [...]
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• Ronaldo Likes Controversial Instagram Post Slamming Portugal Teammates

  04-10-2026 09:16 via completesports.com
  
  Cristiano Ronaldo has liked former Brazil international Felipe Melo’s controversial Instagram post slamming his Portugal team-mates amid his fallout with boss Jorge Jesus. The Manchester United legend, 41, walked out on Portugal’s camp this week and his future with the national team is uncertain. The Al-Nassr veteran was irked after being an unused sub during [...]
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• FRIENDLY: Argentina Thrash Burkina Faso 7-0 In Biggest-Ever Win Over African Opposition

  04-10-2026 08:34 via completesports.com
  
  Argentina routed Burkina Faso 7-0 on Saturday in an international friendly in Buenos Aires, extending its strong start to the post-World Cup period. Lautaro Martínez, Gianluca Prestianni, Nico Paz, Julián Álvarez, Franco Mastantuono, Giuliano Simeone and an own goal by Moumoune Diallo scored for Argentina at the Monumental, which was about half full. According to [...]
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• Fernandes: Ronaldo Remains Portugal’s Ultimate Icon

  04-10-2026 08:28 via completesports.com
  
  Portugal midfielder Bruno Fernandes has stepped forward to defend Cristiano Ronaldo, insisting the veteran forward remains the country’s greatest-ever footballing icon despite the storm surrounding his abrupt exit from the national team camp. The controversy erupted after Ronaldo reportedly walked out on the squad upon learning he would be left out of the starting lineup [...]
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• EUROMATCH NPFL: Rangers To Provide Free Buses For Fans Ahead Of Abia Warriors Derby

  04-10-2026 08:18 via completesports.com
  
  Enugu Rangers will provide free bus transportation for their fans ahead of Sunday’s Oriental Derby against Abia Warriors. The EUROMATCH NPFL, week 7 fixture will take place at the Awka City Stadium, Rangers’ adopted home ground. Management announced on Saturday that free buses have been provided to convey all Rangers faithful to Awka to ensure [...]
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• Euromatch NPFL: Fans Set For Exciting Friday Night Football

  04-10-2026 07:40 via completesports.com
  
  The Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, is set to introduce a new matchday schedule featuring Friday night, early Saturday and Sunday kick-offs as part of efforts to enhance the league’s appeal and deliver a more exciting experience for football fans. The new arrangement will begin with the Matchday 9 encounter between Shooting Stars and Ranchers [...]
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• Utaka Backs Mbappe To Win Ballon d’Or

  04-10-2026 07:23 via completesports.com
  
  Former Nigerian international striker John Utaka has thrown his weight behind Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe, naming the French forward as his leading pick to claim the 2026 Ballon d’Or. As the race for football’s most prestigious individual accolade heats up, Utaka in a chat with Euro-Football.Ru, pointed to Mbappe’s world-class quality and decisive impact [...]
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• Euromatch NPFL: “We’re Content With The Point” –Sporting Lagos Coach Reacts After Holding Kano Pillars

  04-10-2026 07:04 via completesports.com
  
  Sporting Lagos head coach Jeffrey Buter has admitted his side left points on the table, but insists he remains satisfied with a hard-earned draw after holding Kano Pillars in a tense encounter in the Nigeria Professional Football League. The match saw both sides trade blows before settling for a 1-1 stalemate. While Sporting Lagos created [...]
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• Lagos To Host CAF Awards December 7

  04-10-2026 07:00 via completesports.com
  
  The Confederation of African Football, CAF, has confirmed that the 2026 CAF Awards will be held in Lagos, Nigeria, on Monday, 7 December. The ceremony is scheduled to take place at the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts, formerly known as the National Theatre, in Iganmu, Lagos. The 2026 edition will mark the [...]
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• ‘He Argued With Everyone’ –Fred Delivers Scorching Critique Of Former Man Utd Boss

  03-10-2026 22:40 via completesports.com
  
  Former Manchester United midfielder Fred has launched a blistering assessment of his time under Erik ten Hag, branding the Dutch manager difficult to work with and revealing a culture of constant friction within the Old Trafford dressing room. The Brazilian midfielder, who spent the 2022-23 season under Ten Hag before departing for Turkish side Fenerbahçe [...]
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• Super Eagles Begin Preparations In Nizhny Novgorod For Russia Friendly

  03-10-2026 22:37 via completesports.com
  
  The Super Eagles held their first training session in Nizhny Novgorod on Saturday night as they stepped up preparations for their international friendly against Russia. The Nigerian delegation arrived in Moscow on Friday ahead of Tuesday’s encounter. Captain Wilfred Ndidi, Bright Osayi-Samuel, and Akpe Victory have withdrawn from the friendly due to various reasons. Read [...]
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• Nations League: England Inflict Croatia With Biggest Ever Defeat After 7-0 Hammering

  03-10-2026 21:16 via completesports.com
  
  England put in their best performance under Thomas Tuchel as they inflicted on Croatia their biggest ever defeat thanks to a 7-0 thrashing in the UEFA Nations League on Saturday. The heavy defeat surpassed Croatia’s 6-0 hammering in the hands of Spain in 2018. Tuchel’s side were utterly dominant from start to finish, thrashing their [...]
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• Senegal Edge Sand Eagles 6-4 In Friendly

  03-10-2026 20:52 via completesports.com
  African champions Senegal defeated Nigeria’s Sand Eagles 6-4 in an entertaining friendly match played at the Murtala Mohammed Square in Kaduna on Saturday night. Abdullahi Hassan was Nigeria’s standout performer, scoring all four goals for the Sand Eagles. Mamadou Sylla led Senegal’s scoring with a hat-trick, while Mandione Laye Diagne, Ninou Jean Paul Diatta and [...]
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• I’ll Ask Trump To Join My Ringwalk Against Joshua –Fury

  03-10-2026 20:30 via completesports.com
  
  Tyson Fury has delivered another vintage piece of pre-fight theater, revealing plans to invite US President Donald Trump to join him on his ringwalk for his blockbuster “Battle of Britain” showdown against Anthony Joshua. The long-awaited heavyweight mega-fight is officially set for December 11 at Cardiff’s 80,000-capacity Principality Stadium. True to form, the “Gypsy King” [...]
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• Adams Outlines Bold Vision As US Captain

  03-10-2026 20:06 via completesports.com
  
  US midfielder Tyler Adams has officially stepped into his new role as captain of the United States men’s national team, making it clear that his primary mission is to establish an uncompromising, elite winning mentality within the squad. Known for his relentless work rate and vocal leadership on the pitch, Adams takes over the armband [...]
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• Arsenal Rule Out Move To Expand Emirates Stadium

  03-10-2026 19:52 via completesports.com
  
  Arsenal have shelved plans for a major expansion of the Emirates Stadium, opting for a programme of smaller improvements as the club’s owners review the Premier League champions’ wider operation. Arsenal set up a working group led by the chief executive, Richard Garlick, in 2024 to examine the feasibility of increasing the 60,704 capacity, with [...]
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• Euromatch NPFL: Kano Pillars, Sporting Lagos Battle To Draw

  03-10-2026 19:34 via completesports.com
  
  Kano Pillars were held to a 1-1 draw by Sporting Lagos in their Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 7 encounter at the Sani Abacha Stadium on Saturday. The result saw the Sai Masu Gida maintain their unbeaten start to the new league season, while Sporting Lagos extended their winless run to three matches. The [...]
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• EUROMATCH NPFL: Abia Warriors Target First Win Away To Rangers In Three Years

  03-10-2026 18:33 via completesports.com
  
  Abia Warriors head to Awka Township Stadium this weekend with a monkey on their back — and a bit of history to chase. The Umuahia-based side have not won away to Oriental rivals Enugu Rangers since January 15, 2023, when they stunned the Flying Antelopes 2-0 in Enugu. Since that famous afternoon, there away ties [...]
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