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• Anderson: I Never Considered Man United Move

  12-08-2026 23:31 via completesports.com
  
  Manchester City signing Elliot Anderson has confirmed that he never considered a move to Manchester United. He stated that a switch to Old Trafford was never on his mind, despite attempts from some United players to persuade him before he completed his £116 million transfer from Nottingham Forest.  Read Also:Learn To Control Your On-Field Outburst [...]
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• Super Eagles Confirm Dates For Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau AFCON 2027 Qualifiers

  01-09-2026 15:45 via completesports.com
  
  Super Eagles will begin their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign against the Barea of Madagascar, Completesports.com reports. The Matchday One encounter is scheduled to take place at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, on Wednesday, September 23. Eric Chelle’s side will then travel to Morocco for their second qualifying fixture against the Djurtus [...]
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• Beckham: Messi’s Legacy Will Live Forever

  01-09-2026 15:27 via completesports.com
  England legend David Beckham has disclosed that Lionel Messi’s legacy will live forever after he announced his retirement from international football. Beckham shared an emotional message on Instagram praising Messi as an inspiration for children worldwide who delivered the greatest gift to his country. Read Also:Done Deal: Chelsea Complete Honest Ahanor Transfer Beckham, the co-owner [...]
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• Done Deal: Chelsea Complete Honest Ahanor Transfer

  01-09-2026 14:11 via completesports.com
  Chelsea have announced the signing of highly-rated defender Honest Ahanor from Serie A club Atalanta, with the youngster set to officially join the Blues in 2027. The 18-year-old enjoyed an impressive campaign with Atalanta last season, making 35 appearances across all competitions in his first year in Bergamo after joining from Genoa in July 2025. [...]
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• Serie A Club Explore Loan Deal For Otele

  01-09-2026 12:47 via completesports.com
  Serie A club Lazio are exploring a late move for Super Eagles winger Philip Otele ahead of the close of the summer transfer window. According to transfer expert Ben Jacobs, the Italian outfit have made an enquiry about the 27-year-old and are considering a loan deal that would include an option to buy. Talks are, [...]
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• Chelle Appoints Two Nigerian Assistants Coaches For Olympic Eagles

  01-09-2026 11:54 via completesports.com
  
  Super Eagles Head Coach, Eric Chelle, has appointed the duo of Bright Ozebagbe and Deniran Ortega as his two assistant coaches for the Nigerian Olympic Team. Chelle who doubles as the gaffer of the Olympic Eagles, says Ortega and Bright are some of the brightest young coaches in Nigeria with very impressive profiles and he [...]
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• Chelle Appoints Two Nigerian Assistant Coaches For Olympic Eagles

  01-09-2026 11:54 via completesports.com
  
  Super Eagles Head Coach, Eric Chelle, has appointed the duo of Bright Ozebagbe and Deniran Ortega as his two assistant coaches for the Nigerian Olympic Team. This was disclosed by the Special Assistant on Media, Office of the Director General, National Sports Commission (NSC), Kola Daniel on Tuesday. Chelle who doubles as the gaffer of [...]
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• Ndidi Launches DIIDS Lifestyle Brand, Begins New Chapter Beyond Football

  01-09-2026 11:35 via completesports.com
  Nigerian international footballer Wilfred Ndidi is expanding his journey beyond the football pitch with the launch of DIIDS, a lifestyle brand created for men and women, beginning with premium everyday essentials. After years competing at the highest level of professional football, Ndidi is now putting his passion for fashion, business and entrepreneurship into building a [...]
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• Getting Back On A Bike After Years Away: Why The First Month Matters More Than Speed

  01-09-2026 11:00 via completesports.com
  The first ride after a long break rarely looks impressive. The saddle feels unfamiliar, a gentle hill seems steeper than remembered, and the distance that sounded easy on paper suddenly feels ambitious. That experience stops many adults before cycling has a chance to become part of their routine. They assume they are too unfit, too [...]
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• The Warning That Sacked NFF Officials Ignored: Full Text Of Speech By Shehu Dikko…..

  01-09-2026 10:41 via completesports.com
  
  The executive committee of the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF,  led by Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau might not have been compelled by the Federal Government to resign if only they had heeded a call by the Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Mallam Shehu Dikko, to embark on a comprehensive reform of Nigerian football. Dikko [...]
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• What Does A Skincare Manufacturer Handle Before Products Reach The Shelf?

  01-09-2026 10:38 via completesports.com
  
  A finished skincare product may look simple on a store shelf. It has a formula, a container, a label, and a clear purpose. Behind that finished product, though, is a series of manufacturing steps that must happen in the right order. A skincare manufacturer may be involved in formula preparation, ingredient handling, batch production, filling, [...]
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• US Open: “You Have To Earn The Win” –Alcaraz Reacts To Djokovic’s Shock Exit

  01-09-2026 09:41 via completesports.com
  Spanish tennis star Carlos Alcaraz has disclosed that Novak Djokovic’s shock first-round exit at the US Open is a big surprise. After winning his own opening match against Roman Safiullin at Flushing Meadows, Alcaraz admitted he stayed up to watch the fifth set of Djokovic’s historic defeat to Mariano Navone. Read Also:‘It’s Not Ideal’ –Venus [...]
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• It’s A Bad Idea —Udeze Rejects Martins’ Choice Of Seyi Tinubu As NFF President

  01-09-2026 08:46 via completesports.com
  Ifeanyi Udeze has rubbished his former Super Eagles teammate Obafemi Martins’ choice of Seyi Tinubu as Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) president. Speaking as a guest on his former Super Eagles teammate John Obi Mikel’s ObiOne Podcast, Martins explained that the administration of the sport needs a capable young person who understands the football system and [...]
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• Friendly: Ikpeme Charges Falconets To Go For Victory Against Korea Republic

  01-09-2026 08:25 via completesports.com
  Acting General Secretary of the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, Dr Emmanuel Ikpeme, has urged the Falconets to maintain their winning mentality when they face Korea Republic in a friendly on Tuesday (today). The Falconets will take on the Asian side in their final warm-up match at the Remes Sports Leisure and Spa Stadium ahead of [...]
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• Como Reach Verbal Agreement Over Loan Deal For Sanchez

  01-09-2026 07:39 via completesports.com
  Como have reportedly reached a verbal agreement to sign Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sanchez on loan, after Emiliano Martinez came to Stamford Bridge. According to Football Italia, multiple sources including Fabrizio Romano, The Athletic, and Sky Sport Italia transfer expert Gianluca Di Marzio confirm that the deal has been secured. It is expected to be a [...]
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• Done Deal: Nigerian Youngster Signs For Swedish Club AIK

  01-09-2026 06:48 via completesports.com
  
  Swedish club AIK have announced the signing of Nigerian youngster David Oluwaseyi Oludase from Ikon Allah Football Academy. The 18-year-old has signed a contract with the Stockholm-based club that will run until December 31, 2029. Oludase will initially link up with AIK’s academy side, with the talented winger expected to work his way into the [...]
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• ‘Massive Win’ –Arteta Reacts To Arsenal’s Win Against Aston Villa

  01-09-2026 06:42 via completesports.com
  
  Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has described Arsenal’s 1-0 victory over Aston Villa at Villa Park as a massive win fueled by the lingering pain of last season’s defeat at the same venue. Recall that Bukayo Saka scored the decisive goal in the 59th minute from close range after a cutback from Riccardo Calafiori. Read Also:EPL: [...]
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• EPL: Saka’s Strike Earns Arsenal Hard-Fought Win At Aston Villa

  31-08-2026 23:28 via completesports.com
  Bukayo Saka’s second-half goal proved the difference as Arsenal overcame a stubborn Aston Villa side in a close encounter at Villa Park, espn.co.uk reports The England international fired home from close range near the hour mark after neat interplay between Eberechi Eze and Riccardo Calafiori broke through a stubborn Villa defence. The result means the [...]
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• Greece: Dessers On Target in Panathinaikos Win At Levadiakos

  31-08-2026 22:31 via completesports.com
  
  Cyriel Dessers was on target as Panathinaikos secured a 2-1 away victory over Levadiakos in a Greek Super League encounter on Monday night. Panathinaikos made a flying start to the contest, taking the lead after just three minutes when Giannis Kosti inadvertently turned the ball into his own net. Levadiakos’ task became more difficult around [...]
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• WAFU B U-17 Championship: Golden Eaglets Step Up Preparations In Abuja

  31-08-2026 21:15 via completesports.com
  
  Five-time world champions, the Golden Eaglets of Nigeria, continued their preparations for the 2026 WAFU B U-17 Championship with two friendly matches in Abuja on Saturday. The Nigerian youngsters recorded an emphatic 4-0 victory over Simonben Academy of Kaduna in their first game at the FIFA Goal Project pitch inside the MKO Abiola National Stadium. [...]
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• ‘It’s Not Ideal’ –Venus Calls Out Extremely Late US Open Start

  31-08-2026 20:49 via completesports.com
  Veteran tennis star Venus Williams has called her record-setting 12:13 a.m. start time at the US Open not ideal after losing her first-round match to Sofia Kenin in the early hours of Monday morning. Williams and Kenin had to wait for a nearly five-hour, five-set marathon between Novak Djokovic and Mariano Navone on Arthur Ashe [...]
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• Martins: Osimhen Needs Strong Competition In Eagles

  31-08-2026 20:00 via completesports.com
  Former Nigerian international Obafemi Martins has disclosed that the Super Eagles need to develop another top striker to give Victor Osimhen direct competition, just as he had to fight for his place against Yakubu Aiyegbeni during his playing days. Speaking on The Obi One Podcast, Martins noted that the team rely too heavily on Osimhen [...]
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• Messi Announces Retirement From International Football

  31-08-2026 18:07 via completesports.com
  Argentina star Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football, following the team’s defeat to Spain in the 2026 World Cup final. Messi shared a handwritten note on his Instagram Page confirming his departure from international duty. He revealed he initially wrote the letter on June 21, two days after the World Cup final, [...]
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• Saudi Club Al-Qadsiah Set To Sign Former Flying Eagles Winger

  31-08-2026 17:31 via completesports.com
  Saudi Pro League club Al-Qadsiah are closing in on the signing of Nigerian winger Sani Suleiman from Bundesliga side RB Leipzig. According to transfer expert Rudi Galetti, Al-Qadsiah have reached a full agreement with Leipzig over a deal worth between €9m and €10m, including bonuses. Negotiations over personal terms are still ongoing with Suleiman, but [...]
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• I’m Learning A Lot From Simeone –Lookman

  31-08-2026 17:28 via completesports.com
  
  Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman has disclosed that he is learning a great deal and ready to embrace new tactical demands under Atlético Madrid manager Diego Simeone. Recall that Simeone publicly apologized to Lookman for deploying him out of position as a center-forward during the opening matches of the 2026/27 La Liga season against Málaga [...]
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• Gabriel Jesus Arrives In Barcelona To Complete Transfer

  31-08-2026 17:18 via completesports.com
  Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus arrived in Barcelona on Monday ahead of completing a €10 million ($11.6m) transfer to the Spanish champions, ESPN reports. Jesus, 29, will undergo a medical in the coming hours before signing a two-year contract with the Catalan club. Premier League champions Arsenal will receive an initial €10m for Jesus, who had [...]
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• Euromatch NPFL: Returnee Obasogie To Resume Bendel Insurance Action After Paperwork Delay

  31-08-2026 17:11 via completesports.com
  
  Bendel Insurance assistant coach, Jolomi Atune, has disclosed that returnee Super Eagles goalkeeper Amas Obasogie was unable to make his return debut against Warri Wolves on Sunday, 30 August, because work on his transfer papers had not yet been completed, Completesports.com reports. Obasogie was part of the Super Eagles’ bronze medal-winning squad at the 2025 [...]
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• Done Deal: Liverpool Sign Barcola From PSG

  31-08-2026 16:08 via completesports.com
  
  Liverpool have completed the signing of French forward Bradley Barcola from Paris Saint-Germain. Barcola has put pen to paper on a long-term contract with the Premier League giants after completing his move to Anfield. The France international will wear the No.29 shirt for the Reds. Barcola arrives at Liverpool following his spell with Paris Saint-Germain, [...]
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• Best Solutions For Sportsbook Operators In 2026

  31-08-2026 16:06 via completesports.com
  Picking a sportsbook provider is not an easy task. It shapes how fast you launch, how much you can customize, and whether the platform works well when traffic climbs during peak events. Get it right, and the platform grows with your audience. Get it wrong, and it struggles to keep up. In this article, we’ve [...]
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• SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 133: Who Should Replace Justin Madugu As Super Falcons Coach

  31-08-2026 15:25 via completesports.com
  
  Following the dismissal of Justin Madugu as the Super Falcons manager, the Nigeria Football Federation will need to make a decision that goes beyond simply finding a replacement. The next coach must understand Nigerian football, manage a talented squad, compete at the highest level and, most importantly, build on the Super Falcons’ ambitions on the [...]
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