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• FIFPRO Demands Reforms After Infantino’s Failed Sell Off Plan

  14-09-2026 20:41 via completesports.com
  Global players’ union FIFPRO has called for urgent governance reforms at FIFA following the collapse of Gianni Infantino’s proposed “sell-off” plan. The plan, which would have seen FIFA commercialize and sell parts of its competitions and data rights to private investors, reportedly failed to gain support from key stakeholders. Read Also:Blackburn Give Injury Update On [...]
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• Awoniyi Celebrates Postgraduate Diploma Achievement

  16-09-2026 06:46 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria striker Taiwo Awoniyi has completed a postgraduate programme at the PFA Business School, Completesports.com reports. Awoniyi graduated with Merit in the Postgraduate Diploma in Global Football Sport Directorship, marking another significant achievement away from the football pitch. Proud Moment For Awoniyi The 29-year-old forward described the qualification as an important milestone in his personal [...]
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• James Rodriguez Retires From International Football

  16-09-2026 01:53 via completesports.com
  Colombia midfielder James Rodriguez retired from international football on Tuesday, having won 131 caps ​and inspired his country to the 2014 ‌World Cup quarter-finals. “Thank you for every match, every joy, every tear and every dream we shared. Defending ​the colours of the Colombia national team ​was one of the greatest honours of ⁠my life,” [...]
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• Dowman Equals Rooney’s Record In Arsenal’s Carabao Cup Win Against Ipswich

  16-09-2026 01:25 via completesports.com
  
  Arsenal prodigy Max Dowman joined Wayne Rooney as the only 16-year-olds to score multiple goals in a game for a Premier League club after his brace in the Carabao Cup win at Ipswich Town on Tuesday. Dowman made headlines last season with a goal and assist during a vital 2-0 win at home to Everton [...]
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• Carabao Cup 3rd Round: Arsenal Edge Out Ipswich As Liverpool Overcome Spurs

  16-09-2026 01:14 via completesports.com
  Arsenal beat Ipswich 4-2 to advance to the the fourth round of the Carabao Cup on Tuesday night, thanks to a standout performance from 16-year-old Max Dowman, who scored twice on his first appearance of the season. Dowman opened the scoring in the 7th minute with a superb individual effort, dancing past Cedric Kipré before [...]
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• Nollywood Stars, Gospel Artistes, Others To Slug It Out At Maiden LEAGA Games 2026

  16-09-2026 00:35 via completesports.com
  
  The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), National Association of Nigeria Theatre Art Practitioners (NANTAP), Fuji Musician Association of Nigeria (FUMAN) and Gospel Musician Association of Nigeria (GOMAN) are among participants that will feature at the maiden edition of the Lagos Entertainment Association Games and Awards (LEAGA) 2026. This was disclosed by organisers of the event [...]
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• ‘I’ve Incredible Sympathy, Admiration For Sinner’ –Ronaldo

  15-09-2026 23:31 via completesports.com
  
  Brazilian football legend Ronaldo has expressed high praise for tennis World No. 1 Jannik Sinner, stating in an interview with SuperTennis that he holds “incredible sympathy and admiration” for the Italian star. Ronaldo, who admitted that he actually follows tennis more than football these days, highlighted Sinner as a leading light during a golden era [...]
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• Rodri Denies Rejecting Real Madrid Over Ballon d’Or Boycott

  15-09-2026 23:25 via completesports.com
  
  Barcelona star Rodri has dismissed rumors that he rejected a transfer to Real Madrid because of the club’s boycott of the 2024 Ballon d’Or ceremony. After leaving Manchester City, Rodri opted to join their fierce rivals, Barcelona, instead of moving to Real Madrid. In a chat with the club’s website, Rodri stated that the past [...]
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• Nigerian Midfielder Pens New Deal With Slavia Prague

  15-09-2026 21:20 via completesports.com
  Nigerian midfielder Mubarak Suleiman has signed a new contract with Slavia Prague that will keep him at the Czech club until June 2031. Suleiman joined Slavia Prague from Right2Win Academy in 2024 and quickly made an impression with the club’s youth side, scoring five goals in just three UEFA Youth League appearances. The 19-year-old made [...]
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• Webb Blames VAR ‘Tunnel Vision’ For Haaland Goal Controversy Against Man United

  15-09-2026 20:14 via completesports.com
  Premier League refereeing chief Howard Webb has disclosed that VAR officials suffered from tunnel vision during the Manchester derby, leading to a major error in awarding Erling Haaland’s controversial goal for Manchester City against Manchester United. Speaking on the Mic’d Up show, Webb confirmed that the goal should have been disallowed. The on-field referee initially [...]
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• Sterling Pleads Guilty To Dangerous Driving After Crashing Lamborghini On Motorway

  15-09-2026 19:19 via completesports.com
  Raheem Sterling has pleaded guilty to dangerous driving after crashing his Lamborghini Urus on the M3 in May. The former England international appeared at Basingstoke Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday. It followed his arrest in Hampshire on May 28 for crashing into motorway barriers on the M3 before being charged last month. According to talkSPORT, Sterling [...]
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• EUROMATCH-NPFL 2026/27: Ayeni Targets Sustained Doma United Surge After Perfect Start

  15-09-2026 19:17 via completesports.com
  Doma United head coach Deji Ayeni has disclosed that the main objective of the club is to make a good impression in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL). Off the back of a dream start to the 2026/27 campaign, winning three consecutive matches without conceding a single goal, Ayeni, in a chat with Completespots.com, praised [...]
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• Euromatch NPFL: Rangers Vs Nasarawa United Moved To Dan Anyiam Stadium

  15-09-2026 18:50 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) champions, Enugu Rangers’ matchday 3 fixture with Nasarawa United has been moved to the Dan Anyiam Stadium in Owerri, Imo State. The shift of venue was confirmed by organisers of the Nigeria topflight, NPFL, in a statement today (Tuesday), on their official X handle. According to the NPFL, the game [...]
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• Carabao Cup: Azeez Set For Manchester United Clash After Injury Layoff

  15-09-2026 18:02 via completesports.com
  
  Femi Azeez is set to undergo a late fitness test ahead of Brighton & Hove Albion’s Carabao Cup third-round clash against Manchester United at Old Trafford. Azeez joined Brighton from Sky Bet Championship side Millwall on transfer deadline day, but his debut for the Seagulls has been delayed by a minor hamstring injury. The Nigeria [...]
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• Euromatch NPFL: Kwara United Enter Partnership Deal With Chowdeck

  15-09-2026 17:08 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side Kwara United have entered into a partnership deal with Chowdeck as its headline sponsor. Kwara United confirmed the deal in a statement on their X handle on Monday. “We are delighted to welcome @chowdeck to the Harmony Boys family. “Thank you for believing in Kwara United, Nigerian football, and [...]
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• Carabao Cup: Onyeka Faces Late Fitness Test Ahead Of Coventry Vs Aston Villa

  15-09-2026 16:17 via completesports.com
  Frank Onyeka is set to undergo a late fitness test ahead of Coventry City’s Carabao Cup third-round clash against Aston Villa. Onyeka was forced off with an injury during Coventry’s 5-0 home defeat to Brighton & Hove Albion on Sunday. The defensive midfielder was replaced by Ghana international Caleb Yirenkyi with 18 minutes remaining. Read [...]
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• 7 Most Popular IPTV Services For Live Sports

  15-09-2026 13:42 via completesports.com
  Looking for reliable ways to catch every goal, touchdown, slam dunk, or major golf tournament without expensive cable packages? IPTV services for live sports have become the go-to solution for fans who want flexibility, high-quality streams, and broad coverage of leagues worldwide. Whether you’re into Premier League soccer, NFL, NBA, MLB, UFC, tennis, or PGA [...]
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• Kenya Beat UK To Host 2029 World Athletics Championships

  15-09-2026 13:29 via completesports.com
  Kenya have been awarded the right to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships after beating competition from the United Kingdom. The historic decision was announced on Tuesday, during the 242nd World Athletics Council Meeting held in Budapest, marking a significant achievement for Kenya and African athletics. Read Also:2026 U-20 WWC: Falconets Land In Bielsko-Biała For [...]
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• Euromatch–NPFL: Obasogie Delighted With Winning Return For Bendel Insurance Against Kun Khalifat

  15-09-2026 12:54 via completesports.com
  
  Returnee Bendel Insurance goalkeeper, Amas Obasogie, has expressed his delight at relaunching his domestic career on a winning note following the Benin Arsenal’s 4-2 thumping of Kun Khalifat in Sunday’s EuroMatch–NPFL 2026/2027 Matchday 3 clash inside Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin City, Completesports.com reports. The Super Eagles goalkeeper and former Singida Black Stars FC of Tanzania [...]
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• Euromatch NPFL: ‘Losing A Game Not The End Of The Season’ –Kun Khalifat Captain Ameh

  15-09-2026 12:50 via completesports.com
  
  Kun Khalifat FC captain Joseph Ameh has maintained an upbeat and resilient stance following his side’s Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) loss away to Bendel Insurance. Recall that in Benin City, Bendel Insurance found the net four times to overcome Kun Khalifat, who scored twice but could not prevent the hosts from claiming all three [...]
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• 2026 U-20 WWC: Falconets Land In Bielsko-Biała For England Showdown

  15-09-2026 12:29 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria’s Falconets have arrived in Bielsko-Biala ahead of their Round of 16 clash against England, Completesports.com reports. The encounter is scheduled to take place at the Bielsko-Biala Stadium on Thursday, with kick-off set for 2pm Nigeria time. Moses Aduku’s side secured their place in the knockout stage in emphatic fashion, thrashing New Caledonia 10-1 in [...]
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• Carabao Cup: Fredrick Set For Brentford Debut Against Reading

  15-09-2026 10:36 via completesports.com
  
  Super Eagles defender Benjamin Fredrick is set to make his competitive debut for Brentford when they face Reading in tonight’s Carabao Cup clash. Fredrick joined Brentford from Simoiben Football Academy on loan in August 2023 before the Premier League club made the move permanent in April 2024. The 21-year-old was first included in Brentford’s senior [...]
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• 10 Top Nigerian Footballers Who Switched Clubs During The Summer Transfer Window

  15-09-2026 10:32 via completesports.com
  
  The summer transfer window brought plenty of big moves for Nigerian footballers, with several stars switching clubs and taking on new challenges across Europe and beyond. In this video, we take a look at *10 top Nigerian footballers who switched clubs during the summer transfer window*, including their new clubs, previous teams, and what these [...]
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• Amedspor Not Intimidated By Besiktas Test -Orban

  15-09-2026 09:27 via completesports.com
  Nigerian forward Gift Orban has made it clear that newly promoted Amedspor will not be intimidated when they face Turkish giants Beşiktaş this weekend. The warning comes hot on the heels of a stellar individual performance from Orban, who netted a sensational 23-minute hat-trick to help Amedspor crush İstanbul Başakşehir 5-0. Read Also:“They’re Too Strong” [...]
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• Euromatch NPFL: Uzoho Refuses To Hit Panic Button After Kun Khalifat Slow Start

  15-09-2026 07:42 via completesports.com
  Kun Khalifat head coach Obinna Uzoho remains unfazed by his team’s difficult start to the new Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season, Completesports.com reports. The Owerri-based club are still searching for their first victory after three matches, having picked up just two points so far. Kun Khalifat suffered their first defeat of the campaign on [...]
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• Carabao Cup: Arsenal Will Be Tough To Beat –Ipswich Coach

  15-09-2026 07:39 via completesports.com
  
  Ahead of Ipswich Town’s Carabao Cup third-round clash against Arsenal at Portman Road, manager Gary O’Neil has admitted that facing Mikel Arteta’s side presents a uniquely difficult puzzle. While O’Neil pointed out that preparing for the Gunners from a tactical standpoint is relatively straightforward due to their rigid consistency and well-defined structure, actually stopping them [...]
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• Liverpool Legend Likens Arteta To Alex Ferguson

  15-09-2026 07:07 via completesports.com
  Jamie Carragher has branded Mikel Arteta ‘the Sir Alex Ferguson’ of the modern Premier League era after the Arsenal boss described the penalty given against his side as ‘not acceptable’. The Gunners might have maintained their perfect start to the season with a hard-fought 2-0 victory over Sunderland on Saturday night, but the Spaniard was [...]
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• “They’re Too Strong” — Okoye Reflects On Udinese’s Defeat To Inter

  15-09-2026 06:59 via completesports.com
  
  Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has reacted to his side’s 5-3 defeat to Inter Milan at the San Siro, Completesports.com reports. Udinese Succumb to Inter’s Firepower Udinese made a stunning start to the encounter, racing into a two-goal lead inside the opening 15 minutes. James Abankwah opened the scoring before Jurgen Ekkelenkamp doubled Udinese’s advantage. However, [...]
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• Doma United Announce Signing Of Chadian Striker

  15-09-2026 06:40 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) club Doma United of Gombe have announced the signing of Chadian striker Bobandi Hyacinthe Cafusa. Doma disclosed the signing in a statement on their official website on Monday. “Bobandi Hyacinthe Cafusa is a Chadian striker who was born on 23rd December 2002,” the club wrote. “He brings a strong physical [...]
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• Jesus: I’m Prepared To Compete With Raphinha At Barca

  14-09-2026 23:10 via completesports.com
  Barcelona forward Gabriel Jesus has disclosed that he is ready to compete with his in-form teammate Raphinha for a starting spot in Hansi Flick’s lineup. Raphinha has started the season brilliantly, scoring eight goals and providing three assists in his first six matches. Read Also:‘We Miss Osimhen’ — Galatasaray Boss Admits After Slim Win Over [...]
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