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• Arsenal Terminate Nelson’s Contract

  27-08-2026 20:23 via completesports.com
  
  Reiss Nelson has agreed a deal with Premier League champions Arsenal to terminate his contract by mutual consent. Arsenal, in a statement, wrote:”We can confirm that Reiss Nelson has left the club. “Together with Reiss, we agreed to terminate his contract with immediate effect for him to become a free agent. “Reiss, 26, spent 18 [...]
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• President Tinubu Orders Comprehensive Football Reform After Gusau, NFF Board Members Resign

  27-08-2026 21:50 via completesports.com
  
  President Bola Tinubu has directed a comprehensive reform of Nigerian football to overcome repeated failures to qualify for major regional, continental and world tournaments, completesports.com reports. This was disclosed in a statement by Special Adviser to the President on Information & Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. The call for football reform by Tinubu comes following the resignation [...]
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• PSG Need Squad Depth To Win Trophies –Enrique

  27-08-2026 21:27 via completesports.com
  
  Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique has disclosed that a full squad of 23 players is essential to win trophies rather than relying on just a starting eleven. Following a 2-2 draw with Stade Rennais where new signing Ferran Torres came off the bench to score twice, the coach noted that players returning from heavy international [...]
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• WAFU B Women’s Champions League: Edo Queens Edge ASEC Mimosas To Reach Semi-Finals

  27-08-2026 21:04 via completesports.com
  
  Edo Queens secured a place in the semi-finals of the WAFU B Women’s Champions League after recording a 3-1 victory over ASEC Mimosas on Thursday night. The Nigerian champions made a bright start to the encounter and were rewarded in the 23rd minute when Oluwakemi Adegbuyi opened the scoring. Doosuur Atume doubled Edo Queens’ advantage [...]
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• UCL: Arsenal To Face Madrid, Bayern, Dortmund As Man City Draw PSG, Barcelona In League Phase

  27-08-2026 20:54 via completesports.com
  
  Arsenal’s quest to go one step further in the UEFA Champions League will see them host Real Madrid and includes a trip to face German champions Bayern Munich in this season’s competition, ESPN reports. The Premier League champions will also welcome Bayern’s perennial rivals Borussia Dortmund to the Emirates during the league phase while Ligue [...]
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• Gusau-Led NFF Board Deserves Thorough Probe To Ensure Accountability — Ikhana

  27-08-2026 20:54 via completesports.com
  
  Former Nigeria defender Kadiri Ikhana, MON, has declared that the mass resignation of the Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau-led Board of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is a clear acceptance of failure on the part of the football governing body, Completesports.com reports. Gusau Board’s Four-Year Tenure Should Be Probed Ikhana, 74, also said the Gusau-led board’s [...]
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• I’ve Freedom To Drift About The Pitch Under Alonso –Palmer

  27-08-2026 20:19 via completesports.com
  
  Chelsea star Cole Palmer has disclosed that the Blues manager Xabi Alonso has granted him the tactical freedom to roam and drift across the pitch. Palmer stated that Alonso told him to drop deep, get on the ball, create, and play without restriction. The freedom directly contributed to his performance and goal during Chelsea’s opening [...]
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• Done Deal: Marmoush Joins Tottenham Hotspur On Loan

  27-08-2026 17:04 via completesports.com
  
  Egypt international forward Omar Marmoush has completed a season-long loan move to Tottenham Hotspur from Manchester City. The agreement includes an obligation for Spurs to make the transfer permanent next summer. Marmoush, 27, will be hoping to play a key role for Tottenham and make a strong impact during his spell at the club. Marmoush [...]
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• Arteta Gives Injury Update On Guimaraes, Saliba, Timber Ahead Villa Vs Arsenal

  27-08-2026 16:44 via completesports.com
  
  Mikel Arteta has been handed a boost after confirming Bruno Guimaraes is in contention to make his Arsenal debut, Independent reports. The Gunners face Aston Villa on Monday night as they continue their Premier League title defence. And after a £75m move from Newcastle, Bruno Guimaraes’ delayed full debut could take place at Villa Park, [...]
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• Kompany: I have to prove myself all over again at Bayern

  27-08-2026 16:33 via soccernews.com
  Vincent Kompany believes he must "prove myself all over again" ahead of Bayern Munich's Bundesliga opener against Stuttgart on Friday.
  Bayern cruised to the Bundesliga title last season, finishing 16 points clear of second-place Borussia Dortmund, while also winning the DFB-Pokal.
  They scored a competition record 122 goals, while Kompany became the fourth manager to win the Bundesliga in each of his first two seasons.
  Bayern have also started 2026-27 with some silverware, defeating rivals Dortmu
  
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• NFF President Gusau, General Secretary Sanusi, Other Board Members Resign

  27-08-2026 16:17 via completesports.com
  
  President of the Nigeria Football Federation,NFF, Ibrahim Gusau, has formally resigned from office, ending his tenure as head of the country’s football governing body. Gusau confirmed his resignation at a press conference in Abuja on Thursday, stating that the decision takes immediate effect. Mohammed Sanusi, General Secretary of the NFF also announced his resignation during [...]
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• Dele-Bashiru Sidelined After Injury Setback

  27-08-2026 15:35 via completesports.com
  
  Fisayo Dele-Bashiru is expected to spend between 15 and 20 days on the sidelines after sustaining an injury during Lazio’s Serie A clash with Bologna. The Nigeria international picked up the injury in the encounter at the Stadio Renato Dall’Ara on August 24 and was replaced by Davide Frattesi in the 54th minute. According to [...]
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• Joveljic promises goals and wins for Seattle after trade from Sporting KC

  27-08-2026 15:33 via soccernews.com
  Dejan Joveljic has vowed to "bring goals and help win games" for Seattle Sounders after his trade from Sporting Kansas City, with Chicago Fire set to be his first game.
  Seattle have struggled recently and are on a nine-game winless streak, though they ended an eight-match losing run with a 1-1 draw at FC Cincinnati last time out.
  During that run, they have scored just five goals, but Brian Schmetzer will be hoping Joveljic can change that, with the striker already scoring eight times in MLS
  
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• Who Should NFF Appoint As New Super Falcons Head Coach Following Justin Madugu’s Sacking?

  27-08-2026 15:19 via completesports.com
  
  With Justin Madugu now out of the picture, the Super Falcons are once again facing a big question: who should take charge of Nigeria’s women’s national team? The NFF 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 [...]
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• ‘There is still a lot more to achieve’ – Isidor signs Sunderland contract extension

  27-08-2026 14:33 via soccernews.com
  Wilson Isidor believes Sunderland still have "a lot more to achieve" after extending his contract with the club to June 2030.
  Isidor has made 82 appearances for Sunderland in all competitions so far, having initially joined on loan in August 2024 from Zenit.
  He went on to make the move permanent the following February, helping Sunderland to earn promotion to the Premier League.
  Isidor has scored 19 goals for Sunderland in total, including 12 in his first season – which included one in
  
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• ‘He’s Very Hungry To Make History With Real Madrid’ –Mourinho Hails Mbappe After Hattrick Vs Real Sociedad

  27-08-2026 14:17 via completesports.com
  
  Real Madrid manager José Mourinho has praised Kylian Mbappé after a stellar hat-trick for the Los Blancos, describing his performance level as stratospheric and noting that he is a player with a huge hunger to make history. Following a stellar hat-trick against Real Sociedad, Mourinho in a chat with the club’s website, emphasized that Mbappé [...]
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• Prediction: Real Madrid vs Malaga

  27-08-2026 13:49 via soccernews.com
  Looking to extend on their stellar start to the 2026/27 campaign, Real Madrid will welcome Malaga to the Spanish capital on Sunday afternoon.
  With a stacked schedule from across the continent this weekend, there are plenty of attractive betting promotions available.
  Verdict: Vinicius Junior to score anytime
  Best Odds: 21/20
  Bookmaker: BetUS
  Real Madrid
  Starting with the hosts, while many might have been shocked over the summer following Jose Mourinho’s blockbuster return to the Spanis
  
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• Mitrovic relishing chance to see Turgeman reach goalscoring potential

  27-08-2026 13:33 via soccernews.com
  Marko Mitrovic is excited to watch striker Dor Turgeman grow into his goalscoring potential as New England Revolution prepare to travel to Columbus Crew in MLS.
  Turgeman was on target for the Revs in their 1-1 draw with New York City FC last time out, netting the opener to give them a short-lived lead.
  That draw means New England have now won just one of their last five MLS matches (D2 L2), though they remain fourth in the Eastern Conference, with a bit of breathing space over the teams below th
  
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• 2027 FIBA Basketball WCQ: D’Tigers Must Remain Resilient, Hungry –Okoye

  27-08-2026 12:50 via completesports.com
  
  D’Tigers star Stan Okoye has disclosed that the Nigerian men’s basketball team must maintain strict focus for a full 40 minutes in every game to secure their goal of qualifying for the FIBA Basketball World Cup. Speaking ahead of Window 4 of the FIBA Basketball World Cup African Qualifiers in Rades, Tunisia, Okoye emphasized taking [...]
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• Done Deal: Nottingham Forest Sign Liam Delap

  27-08-2026 12:37 via completesports.com
  
  Nottingham Forest have completed the signing of striker Liam Delap from Chelsea. The 23-year-old has put pen to paper on a five-year contract at the City Ground, bringing his one-season spell with Chelsea to an end. Delap will wear the number 19 shirt for Forest during the 2026/27 campaign. The forward is excited about the [...]
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• Prediction: Sevilla vs Atletico Madrid

  27-08-2026 12:35 via soccernews.com
  In what could be an action-packed La Liga showdown on Saturday night, Sevilla will welcome Atletico Madrid to Andalusia.
  Ahead of a stacked Saturday schedule from across the continent, there are plenty of eye-catching betting promotions available.
  Verdict: Both teams to score
  Best Odds: 19/20
  Bookmaker: 1xBet
  Sevilla
  Starting with the hosts, limping their way to a downbeat 13th-place finish last season and coming under a huge amount of public scrutiny, Sevilla were simply hoping for some ki
  
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• Forest bring in Delap for club-record fee

  27-08-2026 12:33 via soccernews.com
  Liam Delap has joined Nottingham Forest from Chelsea in a club-record deal worth up to a reported £50m.
  The 23-year-old has signed a five-year contract with Forest through to June 2031, in a transfer supposedly made up of a fixed £45m fee with a potential £5m in add-ons, just one year after he joined the Blues.
  Chelsea signed Delap last June from Ipswich Town, following the Tractor Boys' relegation from the Premier League, for around £30m.
  While he scored 12 goa
  
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• Carpenter lauds Chelsea’s resilience after closing in on Champions League

  27-08-2026 12:33 via soccernews.com
  Ellie Carpenter hailed Chelsea for sticking together and coming from behind to beat Real Sociedad, putting them on the brink of a Women's Champions League place.
  Having finished third in the Women's Super League last season, Chelsea are going through qualifying to try and book their place in the Champions League proper.
  They seemingly have one foot in the competition after recording a 5-2 victory over La Real in the first leg of the third qualifying round.
  Melvine Malard enjoyed a dream deb
  
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• Prediction: Tottenham vs Newcastle

  27-08-2026 12:00 via soccernews.com
  Two camps who will turn their attention back to Premier League duties on Saturday evening, Tottenham will welcome Newcastle to north London.
  With a stacked Premier League schedule pencilled in this weekend, there are plenty of eye-catching betting promotions available.
  Verdict: Both teams to score
  Best Odds: 2/3
  Bookmaker: BetUS
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  Starting with the hosts, while Tottenham might have extended on their EFL Cup adventure on Wednesday night as they cruised their way to a routine 5-1 romp
  
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• Morato to Roma: Talks open with Nottingham Forest over loan-to-buy deal

  27-08-2026 11:55 via soccernews.com
  Roma have opened talks with Nottingham Forest over a loan move for Brazilian centre-back Morato, according to Gianluca Di Marzio, with the two clubs discussing a loan containing a purchase option that Forest want turned into an obligation under certain conditions.
  Di Marzio reports the clubs “have opened initial contacts,” while LaRoma24 adds that Morato has already reached an agreement in principle with Roma on personal terms, a “1+4” contract running through 2031.
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• 1XCup 2026: Four Games Hold Today As Battle For Group Stage Spots Intensifies

  27-08-2026 11:09 via completesports.com
  
  The battle for places in the group stage of the 1XCup 2026 grassroots football competition continues today, Thursday, August 27, with four intriguing second-round fixtures scheduled to take place at the Inspire Sports Ground, Cappa, Oshodi, Lagos as teams fight to keep their dreams of winning the trophy alive. The first match action for today [...]
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• NPFL: Yusuf Vows To Make Shooting Stars Better, More Competitive

  27-08-2026 10:58 via completesports.com
  
  Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) newly appointed Head Coach, Salisu Yusuf, has vowed to make the Oluyole Warriors a ‘better’ and more ‘competitive’ team in the EuroMatch NPFL 2026/2027 season, CAF Confederation Cup and President Federation Cup, Completesports.com reports. Yusuf, a former Super Eagles coach, took over the leadership of the Ibadan side on 14 [...]
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• Europa League: Nwaiwu Gets Two-Match Suspension For Ferencváros Red Card

  27-08-2026 10:29 via completesports.com
  
  Chibuike Nwaiwu has been handed a two-match suspension following his red card in the first leg of Trabzonspor’s UEFA Europa League playoff tie against Ferencváros. Ferencváros claimed a 1-0 victory at Papara Park, with Kristoffer Zachariassen scoring the decisive goal in the 17th minute. Nwaiwu was shown a red card in the closing stages of [...]
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• NFF President, Board Members Reportedly Resign

  27-08-2026 08:44 via completesports.com
  
  Unconfirmed reports are making the rounds that the President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Musa Gusau, alongside other Executive Committee members of the football governing body have resigned. The resignation of Gusau and other board members came following mounting pressure over Nigeria’s recent poor performances in major international football competitions. The resignation comes [...]
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• Carabao Cup 3rd Round: Liverpool Host Spurs As Arsenal, Chelsea, Man United Know Opponents

  27-08-2026 07:54 via completesports.com
  
  Liverpool will host Tottenham in the third round of the Carabao Cup, while Manchester United face Brighton as one of a potential six all-Premier League ties, Sky Sports reports. Spurs travel to Anfield in the competition for the second time in three seasons, having lost 4-1 on aggregate to the Reds in the semi-finals of [...]
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