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• Chasing The ‘Impossible’ Dream! – Odegbami 

  14-06-2025 06:00 via completesports.com
  Sport and Reverse Migration. This is an ‘advertisement’. Ordinarily, it would seem an impossible dream that, one day, the flood of migration of Nigerians to foreign lands, particularly Europe and America, would reduce to a trickle and even be reversed. In order words, Nigerians in the Diaspora and people of Nigerian descent would choose to [...]
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• ‘Happy To Be Back’ — Sadiq Thrilled To Rejoin Valencia

  09-01-2026 11:57 via completesports.com
  Umar Sadiq has expressed his delight after completing a permanent transfer to LaLiga club Valencia, reports Completesports.com. Sadiq is returning to familiar territory following his successful loan stint with Valencia in the second half of last season. The 28-year-old scored six goals in 19 league appearances during the period. The Nigeria international is eager to [...]
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• AFCON 2025 Diary Day 22: Super Eagles Touch Down In Marrakech, Bonus Drama Laid To Rest, Algeria Showdown Beckons

  09-01-2026 11:41 via completesports.com
  Day 22 (Thursday, 8 January, 2026) Welcome to Marrakech…. From Fez to Marrakech: Eagles Touch Down Ahead of Semifinal Clash JUST LIKE I predicted in my diary yesterday, the Super Eagles have landed in Marrakech ahead of their much anticipated AFCON 2025 semifinal clash with Algeria on Saturday. I’m not claiming any prize for the [...]
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• Match Preview: 2025 AFCON Quarter-Final; Nigeria Vs Algeria

  09-01-2026 11:10 via completesports.com
  Are you seeking the latest Complete Sports updates from? Do you follow the Super Eagles”on their journey to AFCON 2025? Stay informed with all the top stories and analysis! 🤔⚽ Topics Discussed in Video; * The Super Eagles Of Nigeria Are Set To Face The Desert Foxes Of Algeria In The Quarter Final Of The [...]
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• AFCON 2025: Alebiosu Returns To Super Eagles Training

  09-01-2026 09:36 via completesports.com
  Ryan Alebiosu is back in training with the Super Eagles after his short injury layoff, reports Completesports.com. Alebiosu sustained the injury during Nigeria’s last group game against the Cranes of Uganda. The Blackburn Rovers defender was shoved into the advertising boards by Uganda defender Aziz Kayondo. There were initial fears that the injury would rule [...]
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• AFCON 2025: It Will Take Collective Performance To Overcome Mali –Mane

  09-01-2026 09:30 via completesports.com
  Senegal forward Sadio Mane says the team must play collectively to defeat Mali in today’s quarter-finals clash in the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Les Aigles got past Tunisia 3-2 on penalties in the previous round, while the Lions of Teranga sent Sudan packing from Morocco in the same round. Senegal have been one [...]
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• Ronaldo: ‘It’s Hard To Compete With Al-Hilal, Al-Ittihad’

  09-01-2026 08:58 via completesports.com
  Portugal star Cristiano Ronaldo has disclosed that it’s always difficult to compete with Al-Hilal and Al-Ittihad in the Saudi Pro League. He made this known after Al Nassr lost 2-1 to Al Qadsiah in the league, dropping from the top spot on Thursday. It was the second consecutive league loss for Al Nassr. Read Also:Done [...]
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• Done Deal: Sadiq Joins Valencia On Permanent Transfer

  09-01-2026 08:48 via completesports.com
  Umar Sadiq has completed a permanent transfer to Valencia from Real Sociedad, reports Completesports.com. The former Almeria star signed a contract with Valencia until June 2028. Sadiq is making a return to the Mestalla after spending the second half of last season on loan at the club. The 28-year-old netted six goals in 19 appearances [...]
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• Done Deal: Nigerian Midfielder Moves To MLS Club Colorado Rapids

  09-01-2026 07:47 via completesports.com
  Major League Soccer, MLS, club Colorado Rapids have announced the signing of Nigerian midfielder Hamzat Ojediran. Ojediran joined Colorado Rapids from Ligue 1 outfit RC Lens. The former Golden Eaglets star signed a three-year contract with the options of another two. The 22-year-old will occupy an international roster spot and will join the team upon [...]
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• AFCON 2025: Morocco Can Win The Title –Regragui

  09-01-2026 07:20 via completesports.com
  Morocco coach Walid Regragui says he’s confident the team can win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations despite fans criticisms of his approach. Recall that Morocco will face the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon today in the quarter-finals for a place in the semi-finals. Speaking with during a press conference, Regragui stated that he expects a [...]
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• AFCON 2025: Super Eagles Not Thinking About Winning Title Now — Chelle

  09-01-2026 06:42 via completesports.com
  Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle says he is firmly focused on his side’s quarter-final clash with Algeria, and not the title. Nigeria won their three group games in convincing fashion, scoring eight goals, and conceding three times. The three-time champions also destroyed Mozambique 4-0 in the Round of 16. Read Also:AFCON 2025: Super Eagles [...]
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• AFCON 2025: Morocco Stronger Than Cameroon — Pagou

  08-01-2026 20:51 via completesports.com
  Indomitable Lions head coach David Pagou insists hosts Morocco are favourites to win their quarter-final fixture. The two countries will battle for a place in the semi-final in Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, Rabat on Friday. Pagou placed all the pressure on the shoulders of the Atlas Lions ahead of the encounter. ” Walid Regragui played [...]
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• Salah: Egypt Not Favourite To Win AFCON 2025 Title

  08-01-2026 20:23 via completesports.com
  Egypt captain Mohamed Salah has disclosed that the Pharaohs are not favourite to win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Salah, who was on target against Benin in the round of 16, stated this in an interview with Cafonline. The Liverpool star noted that the Egyptian squad are eager to give their best [...]
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• Why I Forced My Players To Sleep In Club’s Training Ground –Mourinho

  08-01-2026 19:59 via completesports.com
  Jose Mourinho has instructed his Benfica squad to spend the night at the club’s training facility in Seixal following their disappointing 3-1 defeat to Braga in Wednesday’s League Cup semi-final. Speaking with the club’s website, the Portuguese tactician stated that the side would stay together at the training ground, where he hopes none of them [...]
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• ‘May God Have Mercy On My Brothers’ –Joshua Pens Heartfelt Tribute To Friends Lost In Car Accident

  08-01-2026 19:42 via completesports.com
  Former heavyweight boxing champion, Anthony Joshua, has penned a heartfelt message to his two close friends, Sina Ghami and Latif Ayodele after last month car accident that took their lives. Recall that Joshua’s personal trainer, Latif Ayodele, and strength coach, Sina Ghami, died after the vehicle they were travelling in crashed into a stationary truck [...]
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• AFCON 2025: Super Eagles Ready For Algeria Showdown — Lookman

  08-01-2026 17:51 via completesports.com
  Ademola Lookman has said the Super Eagles are firmly focused on their quarter-final tie against Algeria. Nigeria and Algeria will battle for a place in the last four of the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations at the Marrakech Stadium on Saturday. Lookman is expecting a stern examination against one of the continent’s most experienced [...]
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• AFCON 2025: Super Eagles To Hold First Training Session 6pm, Parley With Media Canceled

  08-01-2026 17:43 via completesports.com
  The Super Eagles will hold their first training session in Marrakech today (Thursday) at 6pm. This was disclosed by the the Super Eagles media officer Promise Efoghe. According to Efoghe the training session will take place at the Grande Stade Annex 2. He said the media will be allowed access the team for 15 minutes. [...]
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• AFCON 2025: Super Eagles Land In Marrakech For Algeria Showdown

  08-01-2026 17:03 via completesports.com
  Nigeria’s Super Eagles have arrived Marrakech for their quarter-final showdown with the Desert Foxes of Algeria, Completesports.com reports. Éric Chelle and his players left for their base, Savoy Le Grande Hotel immediately after arriving the city. The Super Eagles enjoyed a smooth stay in their previous base in Fès. Read Also:AFCON 2025: Super Eagles Depart [...]
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• AFCON 2025: Midfield Battle Will Determine Nigeria Vs Algeria Game –Unuanel

  08-01-2026 16:27 via completesports.com
  Former Kwara United coach Samson Unuanel believes the midfield battle will determine the outcome between the Super Eagles and Algeria in Saturday’s quarter-final clash in the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The encounter is a repeat of the round-of-16 tie at AFCON 2019, where Riyad Mahrez’s last-minute free-kick lifted the Foxes to a 2-1 [...]
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• I’ll Always Give My Best For Inter Milan –Akanji

  08-01-2026 16:18 via completesports.com
  Inter Milan defender Manuel Akanji has disclosed that he’s always determined to give his best to the club. On a season-long loan from Manchester City, Akanji is rated by many inside Italian football as the best performing defender in Serie A this season. Read Also:AFCON 2025: Amokachi Tips Nigeria, Morocco, Senegal, Algeria As Title Favourites [...]
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• AFCON 2025: Amokachi Tips Nigeria, Morocco, Senegal, Algeria As Title Favourites

  08-01-2026 16:01 via completesports.com
  Former Super Eagles forward, Daniel Amokachi, has predicted the countries in pole position to win the ongoing 35th Africa Cup of Nations — AFCON 2025 in Morocco, Completesports.com reports. Amokachi, who won AFCON as a player in 1994 and as assistant coach to the late Stephen Keshi in 2013 in South Africa, said two West [...]
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• AFCON 2025: Super Eagles Depart Fes For Marrakech Ahead Algeria Clash

  08-01-2026 15:36 via completesports.com
  Nigeria’s Super Eagles have departed Fes for Marrakech ahead of Saturday’s AFCON 2025 quarter-finals with Algeria. In a photo sent by the team’s media officer Promise Efoghe, players and officials of the Super Eagles were seen boarding their flight on Thursday. There were reports that the players planned to boycott the trip over their unpaid [...]
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• AFCON 2025: Federal Government Confirms Release Of Super Eagles’ Bonuses

  08-01-2026 15:19 via completesports.com
  The federal government on Thursday announced that the Super Eagles have been paid their win bonuses at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, reports Completesports.com. The players on Wednesday threatened not to train, or travel to Marrakech for their quarter-final encounter with the Desert Foxes of Algeria if the issue was not resolved. Minister of [...]
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• AFCON 2025: Algeria Won’t Find It Easy Against Nigeria –AFCON Title Winning Coach

  08-01-2026 15:16 via completesports.com
  French coach Claude Le Roy has warned Algeria that their quarter-final clash with Nigeria’s Super Eagles would be tough for them. The Desert Foxes and the Super Eagles will renew their rivalry on Saturday when they clash in the quarter-finals in Marrakech. While Algeria edged out DR Congo 1-0 after extra-time in the round of [...]
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• Nwaiwu Delighted With Trabzonspor Transfer

  08-01-2026 14:11 via completesports.com
  Chibuike Nwaiwu is looking forward to a successful stint with Trabzonspor, reports Completesports.com. Nwaiwu completed his move to the former Turkish Super Lig champions on Wednesday. The Nigerian linked up with the Black Sea Storm from Austrian outfit Wolfsberger AC. The 22-year-old put pen to paper on a four-year contract. Read Also:AFCON 2025 Diary Day [...]
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• AFCON 2025 Diary Day 21: Super Eagles Strike Scare, Farewell To Fez And Morocco’s Algeria Obsession

  08-01-2026 12:08 via completesports.com
  Day 21 (Wednesday, 7 January, 2026) Goodbye To Fez, As Super Eagles Go On Strike! Strike Shock Ahead Of Quarterfinal Clash BY THE time you read this, I will be on a train from Fez to Marrakech for the Super Eagles’s AFCON 2025 quarterfinal clash against the Desert Warriors of Algeria on Saturday the 10th. [...]
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• ‘Extremely Difficult’ — Dessers Breaks Silence After Injury-Induced Exit From AFCON 2025

  08-01-2026 10:48 via completesports.com
  Cyriel Dessers has finally opened up on his injury-induced exit from the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, reports Completesports.com. Dessers was forced to return to his club in Greece last week after sustaining a thigh injury in Super Eagles’ training. The former Rangers star failed to make an appearance for Nigeria at the AFCON [...]
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• AFCON 2025: Super Eagles Set To Depart For Marrakech Amid Strike Threats

  08-01-2026 10:43 via completesports.com
  Super Eagles players are set to depart for Marrakech, venue of their quarter-final clash with Algeria on Saturday, amid reports that the team threatened to boycott the trip over unpaid winning bonuses. There were alleged reports that Super Eagles players threatened to boycott training and their trip to Marrakech due to unpaid bonuses by the [...]
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• Fabrizio Romano says Liverpool will struggle to sign Marc Guehi

  08-01-2026 08:57 via soccernews.com
  Fabrizio Romano has revealed that Liverpool do not think that they will be able to sign Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace this month. The well-known and well-respected Italian journalist has claimed that Liverpool, who won the Premier League title last season, internally believe that they will miss out on Guehi, with Manchester City planning to […]
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• Fabrizio Romano clarifies Vinicius Junior to Chelsea links

  08-01-2026 08:53 via soccernews.com
  Fabrizio Romano has said that Chelsea are not planning to make a bid for Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior. Vinicius Junior is out of contract at Madrid in the summer of 2027, and there has been speculation that Chelsea are aiming to sign the Brazil international winger. The well-known and well-respected journalist said on his […]
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