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• Algeria Extend Petkovic Contract Ahead 2026 World Cup

  07-06-2026 21:22 via completesports.com
  
  The Algerian Football Federation ,FAF, has announced the extension of national team head coach Vladimir Petkovic’s contract until 2028. The decision was confirmed by the federation on Sunday, rewarding the Bosnian tactician for the significant progress made by the Desert Foxes since his appointment in February 2024. Petkovic was originally contracted until the conclusion of [...]
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• Arsenal Handed Alvarez Transfer Blow As Real Madrid Enter Race

  08-06-2026 18:19 via completesports.com
  
  Real Madrid have reportedly joined Arsenal and Barcelona in the race to sign Atletico Madrid forward, Julian Alvarez in the summer transfer window. The Gunners and Barca have expressed interest in Alvarez in recent weeks with the Catalan side believed to have previously made an offer of £77.9 million, which reportedly infuriated Atleti. In response, [...]
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• Wikki Tourists Raise Alarm Over Six Missing Players

  08-06-2026 18:06 via completesports.com
  
  Wikki Tourists have declared six of its players absent without official leave (AWOL) after they allegedly failed to report for training, and other official club activities without authorisation. In a statement issued by the club’s management and signed by Adamu Idris Pali, the Bauchi-based club said the affected players had remained absent despite efforts to [...]
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• 2026 World Cup: We Want To Win Over Germany Fans — Goretzka

  08-06-2026 16:31 via completesports.com
  Germany midfielder Leon Goretzka has said the players are determined to make amends for the disappointments of their last two FIFA World Cup campaigns. The four-time world champions suffered group-stage exits at Russia 2018 and Qatar 2022, results that fell well below the nation’s lofty standards. Goretzka On Germany’s Ambition Goretzka stressed that the team [...]
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• 2026 W/Cup: My Personal Dream Is To Win The World Cup —Egypt’s Goalkeeper El Shenawy

  08-06-2026 16:06 via completesports.com
  
  Pharaohs of Egypt first choice goalkeeper, Mohamed El Shenawy, has said his personal dream is to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup with his country. The record seven-time African Cup of Nations champions are one of the 10 African teams that will feature at this year’s tournament to be co-hosted by the United States, Canada [...]
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• SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 106: Florentino Pérez Re-election As Real Madrid President

  08-06-2026 15:44 via completesports.com
  
  Real Madrid have announced that Florentino Pérez has won the club’s presidential election, securing a new term at the helm of the Spanish giants. Pérez’s victory ensures that he will continue as president of the club , leading a Board of Directors that includes Vice Presidents Eduardo Fernández de Blas, Pedro López Jiménez, Enrique Sánchez [...]
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• Ex-Premier League Star Urges Eriksen To Retire After Collapsing Again

  08-06-2026 14:48 via completesports.com
  
  Andros Townsend would encourage Christian Eriksen to announce his retirement after collapsing on the pitch for Denmark. The midfielder went to ground during a friendly against Ukraine on Sunday and given urgent care from medical staff in worrying scenes. Thankfully, Eriksen was conscious and able to walk off the pitch, with the match later being [...]
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• President Federation Cup: Nasarawa United Boss, Babanjah Eyes CAFCC Spot After Ousting Rivers United

  08-06-2026 14:29 via completesports.com
  
  Nasarawa United chairman Solomon Babanjah says the team have shifted focus to CAF Confederation Cup qualification after edging Rivers United on penalties in their President Federation Cup Round of 16 match, Completesports.com reports. Nasarawa United Shift Focus To Continental Qualification Babanjah spoke to Completesports.com after their Round of 16 tie, which took place at the [...]
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• 2026 World Cup: Morocco Suffer Double Injury Blow Ahead Clash With Brazil

  08-06-2026 13:42 via completesports.com
  
  Morocco are facing injury concerns ahead of their World Cup opener against Brazil on Sunday, with key duo Abdessamad Ezzalzouli and Noussair Mazraoui both doubtful. The pair were forced off during Sunday’s 1-1 draw with Norway in Morocco’s final warm-up match before the tournament kicks off this week across Canada, Mexico and the United States. [...]
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• Super Eagles Midfielder Engages Fiancee Chidera

  08-06-2026 13:36 via completesports.com
  
  Super Eagles midfielder Kelechi Nwakali has announced his engagement to his long-time fiancée, Chidera. The former Golden Eaglets captain announced the news by sharing intimate photos of the proposal on his social media pages. In one of the photos, Chidera is seen wearing an engagement ring as the pair posed for pictures after the proposal. [...]
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• AIK Target Egboh As Yohanna’s Replacement

  08-06-2026 12:41 via completesports.com
  
  Swedish club AIK are reportedly considering a move for Nigerian youngster Shedrack Egboh as a replacement for Zadok Yohanna. Yohanna, 18, completed a record-breaking transfer to Premier League side Brighton & Hove Albion from AIK last weekend. The talented winger is set to become only the second Nigerian to feature for the Seagulls after former [...]
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• From Football Fever To Mobile Betting Giant: How Bet9ja Became A Household Name

  08-06-2026 11:25 via completesports.com
  
  At any given time, millions of Nigerians watch football every weekend. From Premier League matches to Champions League showdowns to domestic league battles. But increasingly over the last decade, millions have also placed bets on those matches thanks to the incredible intersection of the mobile and sports betting industry. With so many trusted betting apps, [...]
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• How Martial Arts Builds Confidence In Children: A Parent’s Guide

  08-06-2026 11:15 via completesports.com
  
  Every parent wants their child to grow up confident, disciplined, and resilient. In a world filled with distractions and challenges, finding an activity that nurtures these qualities can feel overwhelming. Martial arts offers a unique solution—one that goes far beyond kicks and punches. More Than Physical Fitness While martial arts certainly improves strength, flexibility, and [...]
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• Best Guest Post Marketplace For SEO Growth

  08-06-2026 11:04 via completesports.com
  
  In today’s highly competitive digital landscape, businesses, bloggers, startups, and eCommerce brands are constantly searching for effective ways to improve their online visibility. Search Engine Optimization (SEO) remains one of the most powerful digital marketing strategies for driving organic traffic and increasing brand authority. Among the many SEO techniques available today, guest posting continues to [...]
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• Perez Re-Elected As Real Madrid President

  08-06-2026 08:40 via completesports.com
  
  Florentino Pérez has been reelected as president of Real Madrid and will continue leading the club for another four-year term, beIN Sports. The election day marked a historic moment for the organization, as it was the first contested presidential election in two decades after years in which Pérez had been ratified without opposition. The results [...]
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• 2026 W/Cup: Switzerland Team Warned Of Snakes At US Training Camp

  08-06-2026 08:21 via completesports.com
  
  The Switzerland Football Association has revealed unusual details about the official training and accommodation site for the national team as they prepare for the 2026 World Cup in the United States. According to the official map released by the Swiss team, their base is located at the Jewish Academy in San Diego, California. The facilities [...]
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• NWFL: Bayelsa Queens, Nasarawa Amazons Renew Rivalry In Crucial Fixture

  08-06-2026 08:03 via completesports.com
  
  Bayelsa Queens Target First Win Holders Bayelsa Queens and Nasarawa Amazons will renew their rivalry on matchday two of the Nigeria Women Football League, NWFL, Super Six playoff, Completesports.com reports. Bayelsa Queens were held to a 1-1 draw by Abia Angels in their opening fixture on Saturday. Recent history between both sides suggests a closely [...]
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• Rice To Be England’s Vice-Captain At 2026 World Cup

  08-06-2026 07:56 via completesports.com
  
  Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice will be England’s vice-captain for the World Cup. Rice has earned 72 caps for the Three Lions and will be one of the most experienced players in Thomas Tuchel’s starting line-up. The 27-year-old has just helped Arsenal win the Premier League for the first time since 2003-04 and reach the Champions [...]
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• My First Grand Slam Title Gives Me Freedom –Zverev Reacts After Winning French Open

  08-06-2026 07:18 via completesports.com
  
  Germany tennis star Alexander Zverev has disclosed that winning his maiden Grand Slam title at the 2026 French Open gives him freedom and calms his mind for future finals. Recall that Zverev defeated Flavio Cobolli in a dramatic five-set men’s final (6-1, 4-6, 6-4, 6-7, 6-1) at Roland-Garros to shed his unwanted tag as the [...]
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• Bayern Munich Won’t Sell Olise For Any Amount –Hainer

  08-06-2026 07:06 via completesports.com
  
  Bayern Munich president Herbert Hainer has reiterated that the club won’t sell Michael Olise for any amount this summer. The German club has made it clear that they consider their star French winger completely untouchable, indicating that even massive, record-breaking transfer offers will be rejected. Recall that Olise is securely locked into a long-term deal [...]
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• Koeman: Uzbekistan friendly will help fine-tune Netherlands starting side

  08-06-2026 01:20 via soccernews.com
  
  Ronald Koeman said that Monday's friendly against Uzbekistan will be used to fine-tune his starting line-up for the Netherlands' opening game at the World Cup. 
  Netherlands take on World Cup debutants Uzbekistan at Icahn Stadium, hoping to bounce back from their shock 1-0 defeat to Algeria before they jetted off to North America.
  The Oranje's defeat saw them lose their final home match before a major tournament for only the fourth time, having previously done so in 1934, 1938 and
  
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• Ogbu To Undergo Scan In Lisbon Monday

  07-06-2026 22:45 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria defender Igoh Ogbu will undergo a scan in Lisbon on Monday to determine the extent of the injury he sustained during the Super Eagles’ training session on Saturday, Completesports.com reports. The Slavia Prague centre-back suffered an Achilles tendon injury and has been ruled out of Nigeria’s upcoming international friendly against Portugal. Meanwhile, Super Eagles [...]
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• Nine Injured In Shooting Near England’s World Cup Base In US

  07-06-2026 22:30 via completesports.com
  
  Nine people have suffered injuries in a shooting near England’s World Cup base in Kansas City, Missouri, The Athletic reports. Police were called to reports of an incident on Troost Avenue, a short drive from the training base camp and a little further in the other direction to the team hotel England will use during [...]
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• Feyenoord Part Ways With Van Persie

  07-06-2026 22:24 via completesports.com
  
  Feyenoord has officially parted ways with manager Robin van Persie after a 16-month stint. Despite successfully guiding the Rotterdam giants to a second-place finish and a qualification spot in the UEFA Champions League, the club’s board opted to dismiss the Dutch icon following a season plagued by inconsistent domestic performances. The decision marks a swift [...]
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• Van Persie sacked by Feyenoord after 15 months in charge

  07-06-2026 22:20 via soccernews.com
  
  Robin van Persie has been sacked by Feyenoord following an underwhelming 2025-26 campaign, the club confirmed on Sunday. 
  Feyenoord finished second in the Eredivisie, which was enough to qualify for the Champions League next season, but ended up 19 points behind runaway champions PSV. 
  The 42-year-old, who was only appointed as Brian Priske's successor in February 2025, won 30 of his 50 matches in charge across all competitions (D9 L19). 
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• Denmark vs Ukraine Friendly Abandoned After Eriksen Collapses On Pitch Again

  07-06-2026 21:31 via completesports.com
  
  Christian Eriksen is conscious after collapsing during Denmark’s friendly against Ukraine, Sky Sports reports. Footage showed Eriksen grabbing his chest before collapsing in the 65th minute. The match was later abandoned. “Christian Eriksen is conscious and ​is doing ⁠well under the circumstances,” ⁠the federation said in a ‌statement on X. Denmark’s national team doctor Morten [...]
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• Dembele and Doue ready to start for France, says Deschamps

  07-06-2026 21:20 via soccernews.com
  
  Didier Deschamps has confirmed that both Ousmane Dembele and Desire Doue are likely to start in France's final game before the World Cup against Northern Ireland. 
  France conclude their preparations for the World Cup on Monday at Stade Pierre-Mauroy, with Les Bleus hoping to bounce back from their 2-1 defeat to Ivory Coast. 
  That loss ended a nine-game unbeaten run for France, and only on three occasions have they lost successive matches under Deschamps, which last came
  
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• Super Eagles World Cup Miss: Gusau Not To Blame — Gara-Gombe

  07-06-2026 20:59 via completesports.com
  Attention is shifting to the 2026 FIFA World Cup following the falling of the curtain on the 2025/26 European Leagues season Countries have forwarded their team lists to FIFA, and the stage is getting set for the commencement of the mundial. This flashes before us light of the reminder of Super Eagles missing out of [...]
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• I Want My Children To Watch Me Play Tennis –Serena

  07-06-2026 20:33 via completesports.com
  Veteran US tennis star Serena Williams has disclosed that her decision to make a tennis comeback was because she wanted her children to watch her play. The American sport legend, now 44, is competing in a professional tournament for the first time in nearly four years next week at Queens in London. The 23-time Grand [...]
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• Lovren: There Was A Rift Between Salah, Slot At Liverpool

  07-06-2026 20:25 via completesports.com
  
  Former Liverpool defender Dejan Lovren has disclosed that Mohamed Salah and Arne Slot didn’t have a good relationship at Anfield. Lovren, who remains one of Salah’s closest confidants, stated in an explosive interview with WinWin that the toxic managerial dynamic directly triggered Salah’s departure from Anfield. Read Also:Liverpool Plan New Contract Talks With Ngumoha Amid [...]
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