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• Carrick Provides Injury Update On Mount

  09-08-2026 07:38 via completesports.com
  
  Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has downplayed Mason Mount injury concerns after substituting the midfielder 18 minutes into a 1-1 preseason friendly against Paris Saint-Germain, stating it was merely a precautionary measure after a kick to the foot. Mount, who joined United from Chelsea in 2023, has been hampered by injury problems since arriving at [...]
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• Osimhen Opens New League Season With Brace To Help Galatasaray Draw 2-2 With Newly Promoted Corum

  14-08-2026 23:01 via completesports.com
  Victor Osimhen kicked off the new Turkish Super Lig campaign with two goals, as he helped Galatasaray force newly promoted Corum to a 2-2 home draw on Friday. Despite going into the contest as clear favourites, Galatasaray were on the verge of suffering a shock defeat against Corum, who already had a player sent off [...]
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• Tennis Star Announces Indefinite Break From Sport

  14-08-2026 22:56 via completesports.com
  
  Former Wimbledon quarter-finalist Lulu Sun has announced an indefinite break from professional tennis, citing the relentless physical and mental demands of the sport’s competition schedule. Sun, who famously defeated Emma Raducanu during her 2024 Wimbledon run, stated she needs time away to rest and recover.  Read Also:Bolaji Wins Gold Medal At 2026 Peru Para Badminton [...]
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• NPFL: Shooting Stars Name Salisu Yusuf New Technical Adviser

  14-08-2026 21:25 via completesports.com
  
  Shooting Stars have announced the appointment of Salisu Yusuf as their new technical adviser, Completesports.com reports. Yusuf takes over from Nurudeen Aweroro, who recently parted ways with the five-time Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, champions. The former Super Eagles assistant coach arrives at the Oluyole Warriors with an impressive coaching pedigree spanning over two decades. [...]
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• Drug Gang Uses Haaland Stickers To Label Shipment Of Cocaine In Ecuador

  14-08-2026 21:21 via completesports.com
  
  Norwegian footballer Erling Haaland’s face has appeared on television screens, trading cards and adverts around the world, The Telegraph reports. Nonetheless, narcotics police were no doubt a little surprised to come across the Manchester City striker’s image when they seized hundreds of green packets filled with cocaine in a truck in Ecuador. Each of the [...]
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• Warren: Joshua, Fury Yet To Agree On Venue For Big Bout

  14-08-2026 19:47 via completesports.com
  British boxing promoter Frank Warren has disclosed that Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua must agree on a venue for their targeted November heavyweight fight, warning that the bout could be postponed or canceled if both camps cannot reach a final decision. Wembley Stadium in London was the initial choice, but start-time disagreements pushed Madison Square [...]
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• Community Shield: Arteta Provides Fitness Update On Saka, Rice, Timber, Saliba Ahead Man City Clash

  14-08-2026 19:01 via completesports.com
  
  Mikel Arteta has issued the first fitness update of the new season as Arsenal prepare to face Manchester City at the Millennium Stadium in the Community Shield on Sunday. Less than a month after the World Cup final, Arsenal be back in domestic action with the traditional curtain raiser against the FA Cup champions, having [...]
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• CAF, Ligue 1, Frankfurt, PSG Celebrate Super Eagles Legend Okocha At 53

  14-08-2026 17:53 via completesports.com
  
  The Confederation of African Football (CAF) French topflight league organisers Ligue 1, Paris Saint-Germain and Eintracht Frankfurt have sent birthday wishes to Nigeria football legend Austin Okocha who clocked 53 on Friday. The four football bodies took to their X handles to send their birthday wishes. CAF wrote:”Still one of the smoothest to ever do [...]
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• New Zealand Withdraw Support For Infantino’s FIFA Re-Election Bid

  14-08-2026 17:41 via completesports.com
  
  New Zealand Football (NZF) has formally withdrawn its support for Gianni Infantino’s re-election as FIFA President ahead of the 2027 Congress. NZF also demanded a fully independent review into the scrapped FIFA Forward Enterprise commercial rights proposal, citing a deep breakdown in trust and governance standards. Read Also:FAI Withdraws Support For Infantino’s Re-Election Bid The [...]
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• Community Shield: Arteta Backs Maresca To Succeed At Man City

  14-08-2026 17:26 via completesports.com
  
  Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has backed Enzo Maresca to do an “unbelievable job” after replacing Pep Guardiola as Manchester City manager. Premier League champions Arsenal and FA Cup holders City meet in the Community Shield in Cardiff on Sunday in Maresca’s first showpiece occasion since Guardiola quit at the end of last season. Arteta, once [...]
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• 2027 WWC Playoffs: Banyana Coach Savours Tough Victory Over Super Falcons

  14-08-2026 17:26 via completesports.com
  
  Banyana Banyana head coach Desiree Ellis has expressed her delight after South Africa’s victory over the Super Falcons of Nigeria kept their hopes of qualifying for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup alive. South Africa defeated Justine Madugu’s side 2-1 at the Moulay Rachid Stadium in Casablanca on Thursday night to secure a place in [...]
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• SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 128: Super Falcons WAFCON Ouster

  14-08-2026 16:30 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria Super Falcons’ 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations campaign ended in disappointment, but the problems did not start with the quarter-final defeat by Cameroon or the playoff loss to South Africa. The Super Falcons opened their title defence with a shock 3-2 loss to WAFCON debutants Malawi in Rabat on 28 July. They recovered [...]
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• The Favorites Ahead Of Upcoming Major Soccer Events

  14-08-2026 16:18 via completesports.com
  
  Major football tournaments are set to take place in the coming two years. Fans in both Africa and Europe are already speculating about which teams will rise to the challenge in their upcoming football matches. Various interesting storylines are already unfolding as preparations get underway. Stay tuned to news about fixtures and squads as they [...]
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• NFF Sets Up Fact-Finding Committee to Probe Nigeria’s Football Setbacks

  14-08-2026 16:03 via completesports.com
  
  The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, has constituted a fact-finding committee to investigate the recent poor performances of the country’s national teams in international competitions, with particular focus on the Super Falcons’ failure to qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup. Ten-time African champions and holders of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title, the [...]
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• Furniture Shopping For Small Spaces: Choosing Pieces That Make Limited Rooms Work Better

  14-08-2026 16:03 via completesports.com
  
  Small rooms do not necessarily require fewer comforts, but they do require more deliberate furniture decisions. A sofa that looks perfectly proportioned in a large showroom can dominate a compact living room, while unnecessary side pieces can consume valuable walking space. Successful furnishing begins by understanding how dimensions, movement, storage, and daily activities compete for [...]
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• Ogu: I Pray Osimhen Joins Arsenal

  14-08-2026 16:01 via completesports.com
  
  Former Nigerian midfielder John Ogu has voiced his strong support for Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen to move to Arsenal. Osimhen has been linked with a move to the Premier League for the past few years, and the 27-year-old is regarded as one of the best strikers in the world. Read Also:Millwall Boss Provides Update [...]
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• Millwall Boss Provides Update On Azeez’s Future

  14-08-2026 15:17 via completesports.com
  
  Millwall manager Alex Neil has warned clubs interested in Femi Azeez that the winger will not be sold on the cheap. Azeez has reportedly attracted interest from Premier League newcomers Hull City, as well as a number of clubs across Europe. The Lions rejected offers for the Nigeria international from Ipswich Town in January. The [...]
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• Senator Ogba: Why I’m Vying for NFF First Vice President Position

  14-08-2026 14:03 via completesports.com
  
  Senator Obinna Ogba, a retired referee and current Chairman of Abakaliki FC, a second-tier Nigerian domestic league side, has revealed his determination to contest for the position of First Vice President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Completesports.com reports. The former Chairman of the Senate Committee on Sports said he has the requisite experience and [...]
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• ‘We’re Not Invincible’ — Ajibade Reflects On Super Falcons’ WAFCON 2026 Struggles

  14-08-2026 13:40 via completesports.com
  
  Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade has reflected on the team’s disappointing campaign at the ongoing 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. Ajibade and her teammates failed to live up to expectations at the tournament, crashing out in the quarter-finals following a 1-0 defeat to the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon. Justine Madugu’s side also missed out [...]
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• Arsenal Ready To Increase Offer For Aston Villa Defender Konsa

  14-08-2026 12:17 via completesports.com
  
  Arsenal are pushing ahead with their interest in Ezri Konsa and are ready to increase their offer for the Aston Villa defender after the England international made clear he wants to join the Gunners, according to TEAMtalk. It was revealed in July that Arsenal were looking for a defender capable of covering both centrally and [...]
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• WAFCON 2026: Madugu Apologises For Super Falcons’ Poor Outing, Unfazed By Sack Threat

  14-08-2026 11:59 via completesports.com
  
  Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu has apologised following his side’s disappointing outing at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, reports Completesports.com. The 10-time African champions were knocked out of the competition in the quarter-finals by the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon. Nigeria also failed to secure a place in the inter-confederation playoffs after suffering [...]
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• 중계 기술 혁신이 스포츠 팬들의 시청 경험을 어떻게 바꾸고 있나

  14-08-2026 11:50 via completesports.com
  
  스포츠 중계 기술의 발전으로 팬들의 시청 경험이 변화하고 있다. 멀티 앵글, 증강현실, 데이터 오버레이 등 다양한 기능이 시청 몰입도와 경기 이해도ǚ
  
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• What An HVAC Service Visit Involves From Initial Diagnosis To Final System Testing

  14-08-2026 11:43 via completesports.com
  
  A heating or cooling service appointment can feel uncertain when homeowners do not know what happens after a technician arrives. The equipment may be making an unusual sound, producing inconsistent temperatures, or simply failing to operate normally. Understanding the service process makes it easier to communicate concerns and follow the reasoning behind recommended work. A [...]
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• What Happens During A Roof Replacement And How Homeowners Can Prepare For The Project

  14-08-2026 11:35 via completesports.com
  A roof replacement changes the normal routine around a home for a short period. Materials arrive, crews need access to the property, old roofing is removed, and equipment may occupy areas that residents normally use. Knowing what happens before work starts makes these temporary changes easier to manage. Preparation also matters because roofing work affects [...]
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• Super Falcons Need A Qualified Coach —Oparanozie

  14-08-2026 10:09 via completesports.com
  
  Former Nigeria international Desire Oparanozie has clamoured for a more qualified coach for the Super Falcons. The Super Falcons’ hopes of qualifying for next year’s women’s World Cup was dashed after they lost 2-1 to South Africa in the play-in tie on Thursday. Thembi Kgatlana and Refiloe Jane put Banyana 2-0 ahead in the second [...]
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• My Son Has No Plan Of Leaving Liverpool –Mac Allister’s Father

  14-08-2026 09:30 via completesports.com
  
  Alexis Mac Allister’s father and agent, Carlos Mac Allister, has confirmed that his son will stay at Liverpool this summer. The Argentina international was linked with a move to Real Madrid earlier in the window, a move his father quashed, before more recent rumors emerged of another exit. Read Also:Celtic Keen To Sign Emenalo On [...]
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• Super Falcons Not Picking World Cup Ticket Is An Insult —Udeze

  14-08-2026 08:26 via completesports.com
  
  Former Nigeria international Ifeanyi Udeze has described Super Falcons failure to qualify for the 2027 FIFA women’s World Cup as an insult. The Super Falcons’ hopes of reaching next year’s tournament was ended after they lost 2-1 to South Africa in the play-in on Thursday. After a goalless first half South Africa went 2-0 ahead [...]
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• Awoniyi Attracts Interest From Turkish Club

  14-08-2026 08:10 via completesports.com
  Super Eagles striker Taiwo Awoniyi has been linked with a move to Turkish Super Lig club Caykur Rizespor. The Black Sea outfit are looking to strengthen their attack ahead of the new season and have identified Awoniyi as a potential target. The 29-year-old struggled for regular playing time at Premier League club Nottingham Forest last [...]
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• Pogba’s Wife: Only God Knows When My Husband Will Retire From Football

  14-08-2026 07:13 via completesports.com
  Paul Pogba’s wife, Zulay Pogba, has hit back at critics demanding her 33-year-old husband retire from football. The backlash followed reports that Monaco is looking to part ways with the midfielder after his return to action was heavily derailed by further injuries. Read Also:We Have The Best Midfield In Football —Merino Boast Pogba had been [...]
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• Celtic Keen To Sign Emenalo On Loan

  14-08-2026 07:00 via completesports.com
  
  Celtic are in advanced talks to sign 18-year-old Chelsea defender Landon Emenalo on a season-long loan. The teenager visited Glasgow to tour Celtic’s training ground on Wednesday as the club looks to add defensive cover. Read Also:Arsenal Should Swap Lewis-Skelly For Rashford –Dixon Recall that Emenalo is a highly rated prospect and the son of [...]
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