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• FIGC president targeting more than World Cup qualification for Italy

  14-09-2026 18:33 via soccernews.com
  FIGC president Giovanni Malago insists Italy must not limit themselves simply to World Cup qualification as they aim to get back to the top.
  It has been all change at Italy over the last six months after they failed to qualify for a third straight World Cup.
  That led to the resignations of Gennaro Gattuso as head coach and Gabriele Gravina as Malago's predecessor.
  The Azzurri are now led by Roberto Mancini, who is taking charge for the second time, having led them to the Euro 2020 title last tim
  
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• Eriksen Terminates Wolfsburg Contract Three Months After Collapsing On Pitch

  23-09-2026 16:26 via completesports.com
  
  Wolfsburg have terminated Christian Eriksen’s contract by mutual consent, the club have announced. The decision comes three months after the midfielder collapsed on the pitch while playing for Denmark. Eriksen later reassured fans after their friendly against Ukraine was abandoned in June. According to talkSPORT, the 34-year-old has not played since, with Wolfsburg already six [...]
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• No Phones, No Haircuts –Klopp Imposes Strict Lockdown Rules on Germany Squad

  23-09-2026 16:24 via completesports.com
  
  Germany manager Jurgen Klopp has wasted no time establishing an uncompromising culture with the national team, introducing a series of strict rules designed to eliminate off-pitch distractions and refocus the squad entirely on football. In a bid to tighten discipline and foster a collective team atmosphere during international breaks, the German manager has reportedly banned [...]
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• 2026 U-17 WWC: Flamingos Want To Make History In Morocco — Busari

  23-09-2026 16:13 via completesports.com
  Flamingos head coach Akeem Busari says Nigeria are determined to make history by winning the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. No African nation has lifted the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup trophy since the competition began. Asian teams have dominated the tournament, winning six of the nine editions held so far, while European nations [...]
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• Premier League Panel Rules Sunderland Penalty Call vs Arsenal Incorrect

  23-09-2026 16:08 via completesports.com
  
  The penalty awarded to Sunderland against Arsenal earlier this month should not have been given, the Premier League’s Key Match Incidents panel has ruled. However, the KMI panel also felt the error did not reach the threshold for a video assistant referee intervention, as reported by BBC Sport. Referee John Brooks pointed to the spot [...]
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• SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 142: Ahmed Musa Rise To Fame

  23-09-2026 15:30 via completesports.com
  
  Born on October 14, 1992, Ahmed Musa’s football career stands as a testament to perseverance, talent, and hard work. From his early days in Jos, Nigeria to his rise as an international football icon, Musa’s journey to Europe, particularly his time with VVV-Venlo, marks a significant chapter in his life and Nigerian football history. On [...]
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• Things Didn’t Click –Onuachu Opens Up On Rough Spell At Southampton

  23-09-2026 13:36 via completesports.com
  Super Eagles striker Paul Onuachu has shed light on why his much-anticipated move to Southampton ultimately turned into a frustrating spell, pointing to a stark tactical mismatch and instability behind the scenes at St Mary’s. The towering forward arrived in English football with a fearsome goalscoring reputation after bagging prolific numbers in Belgium and Denmark. [...]
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• 2027 AFCONQ: Super Eagles Should Use World Cup Miss, Football Reforms As Motivation – Ikhana

  23-09-2026 13:16 via completesports.com
  
  Former Nigeria defender Kadiri Ikhana (MON) has urged the Super Eagles to draw motivation from their failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the ongoing reforms in Nigerian football as they begin their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign against Madagascar on Friday, 25 September 2026, at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, [...]
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• AFCON 2027Q: ‘I Cried’ — Alverca Defender James Opens Up On Maiden Super Eagles Invitation

  23-09-2026 12:24 via completesports.com
  Isaac James has opened up about his maiden invitation to the Super Eagles for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau. The Alverca of Portugal defender is among three new players called up by Nigeria head coach Éric Chelle for the two fixtures, alongside forwards Moses Usor and George Ilhenikena. [...]
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• Impact Window Replacement: What Homeowners Should Check Before Starting The Project

  23-09-2026 12:22 via completesports.com
  
  Windows sometimes show their age gradually. A frame begins sticking, moisture appears between panes, exterior seals deteriorate, or a room becomes noticeably harder to keep comfortable. These signs do not automatically mean every window needs replacement, but they do give homeowners a reason to examine the condition of the existing system more closely. Replacing windows [...]
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• Mattress Replacement Signs That Matter More Than The Age Printed On Your Warranty

  23-09-2026 12:17 via completesports.com
  A mattress warranty may last for many years, but that number does not tell a sleeper exactly when the bed should be replaced. Warranty periods usually relate to specific covered defects rather than promising that the mattress will remain equally comfortable for the entire stated period. A bed can become less suitable for someone’s sleep [...]
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• EUROMATCH–NPFL: ‘If Plateau Utd Can Draw In Minna, We Can Do Even Better’ – Warri Wolves V/Captain Joseph

  23-09-2026 12:02 via completesports.com
  
  Warri Wolves vice-captain and defensive midfielder, David Joseph, says the Seasiders are determined and focused on building on their first victory of the season when they visit Niger Tornadoes in Wednesday’s EUROMATCH–NPFL 2026/2027 Matchday 5 clash at the Bako Kotangora Stadium, Minna, Completesports.com reports. The Seasiders defeated Kwara United 1-0 on Sunday 20 September at [...]
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• Amazon-Ready Product Images On the First Try: PhotoGPT AI Product Photography Review

  23-09-2026 11:03 via completesports.com
  
  Last year, two of my top-selling home goods listings on Amazon went dark for 11 days. The reason: “off-white background pixels.” A professional photographear had shot them on a white sweep, but the lighting cast a shadow so faint that only an eyedropper tool could detect it. Amazon’s automated checker found it instantly, suppressed the [...]
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• AFCON 2027Q: CAF Appoints Nigerian Officials For DR Congo Vs Equatorial Guinea

  23-09-2026 10:33 via completesports.com
  Nigerian referee Joseph Odey Ogabor has been appointed to officiate the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matchday one encounter between Democratic Republic of Congo and Equatorial Guinea. The Group E fixture is scheduled to take place at the Stade des Martyrs de la Pentecôte in Kinshasa on Thursday, with kick-off set for 5pm local [...]
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• Alaba Set To Become Teammate With Okoye At Udinese

  23-09-2026 10:20 via completesports.com
  Serie A club Udinese have reached a verbal agreement with free-agent defender David Alaba. This is according to exclusive reports from transfer expert Fabrizio Romano (Business Upturn). If the deal goes through, Alaba will become teammate with Nigeria international Maduka Okoye, who is the first choice at Udinese. The former Real Madrid and Bayern Munich [...]
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• AFCON 2027Q: Chadian Referee Mahamat To Officiate Super Eagles Vs Madagascar

  23-09-2026 08:27 via completesports.com
  AFCON 2027Q: Chadian Referee Mahamat To Officiate Super Eagles Vs Madagascar Chadian referee Alhadji Allaou Mahamat has been appointed to officiate the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matchday-one encounter between Nigeria’s Super Eagles and Madagascar’s Barea. Mahamat, 40, is one of Africa’s experienced match officials and has handled several CAF competitions, including the CAF [...]
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• £330m Spending Spree Creates Unnecessary Pressure –Shearer Warns Tottenham

  23-09-2026 08:20 via completesports.com
  
  Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer has launched a scathing critique of Tottenham Hotspur, accusing the club of overspending during a massive £330 million summer transfer window makeover and warning that splashing an “absolute fortune” has only intensified the pressure on the team. The North London club underwent an aggressive squad overhaul ahead of the new [...]
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• EUROMATCH-NPFL: Enyimba Set To Equal Unwanted 27-Year Record Ahead Sporting Lagos Clash

  23-09-2026 08:17 via completesports.com
  
  Enyimba are on the verge of equalling an unwanted club record – failing to win their first four opening league games of a season. The Aba Elephant have endured a nightmare start to the 2025/26 EUROMATCH-NPFL Nigeria Premier Football League season, losing all three opening fixtures – against Niger Tornadoes, Doma United and newly promoted [...]
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• I Want Financial Freedom –Reijnders Admits Money Motivated Saudi Transfer

  23-09-2026 07:38 via completesports.com
  Tijjani Reijnders has delivered a remarkably candid explanation for his summer transfer from Manchester City to Saudi Pro League side Al-Qadsiah, openly admitting that financial security and not having to work after retirement drove his decision. The Dutch midfielder, who spent just one season at the Etihad Stadium before completing a £52m switch, dismissed the [...]
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• Nigerian Referee Abdulsalam Named For FIFA U-17 World Cup

  23-09-2026 06:57 via completesports.com
  Nigerian referee Kasimu Abdulsalam has been selected by the Federation of International Football Association, FIFA, to officiate at the 2026 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Qatar, Completesports.com reports. Abdulsalam is among the 81 match officials appointed for the tournament, which will run from November 19 to December 13. The young referee is one of four [...]
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• Koge relishing Women’s Champions League adventure after Arsenal edge out minnows

  23-09-2026 00:32 via soccernews.com
  Nadia Nadim says minnows Koge are simply relishing their Women's Champions League adventure following a narrow defeat to Arsenal.
  The Gunners, European champions in 2025, clinched a 1-0 win over the Danish team, who are featuring in just their second Champions League campaign.
  Mariona Caldentey's last-gasp penalty claimed the points for Arsenal, who were wasteful in front of goal.
  Arsenal had 19 shots, but got just two of them on target, while they also hit the woodwork.
  While Koge suffered late
  
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• 2027 AFCONQ: We’re Not Scared Of Super Eagles – Madagascar Star Raveloson Talks Tough Ahead Super Eagles Clash

  23-09-2026 00:28 via completesports.com
  Madagascar midfielder Rayan Raveloson has said he and his teammates are not scared of the Super Eagles of Nigeria. The Super Eagles will host Madagascar on matchday One of the 2027 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Uyo on Friday, September 25. The Bareas will go into the contest as underdogs against the star-studded Super [...]
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• De Bruyne: I did not try to leave Napoli

  22-09-2026 23:32 via soccernews.com
  Kevin De Bruyne has claimed he did not attempt to push through an exit from Napoli in the summer transfer window.
  De Bruyne previously suggested he was unhappy at Napoli, and there was speculation linking him with a move away from the Serie A club.
  The Manchester City great did not see eye to eye with coach Antonio Conte, who has since been replaced by Massimiliano Allegri.
  De Bruyne, however, has now insisted he was not interested in leaving Napoli.
  He told reporters: "No, I haven't really
  
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• My Mother Wanted Me To Join Liverpool —Mbappe

  22-09-2026 23:19 via completesports.com
  Kylian Mbappe has confirmed he defied his mum’s wishes to sign for Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool in 2017. The France captain burst onto the scene with AS Monaco as a 16-year-old in 2015, with Europe’s big hitters already circling for his signature. Two-years later, Liverpool were poised to lure the starlet to Anfield but faced competition [...]
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• ‘Still Got More to Give’ –De Bruyne Motivated To Extend Belgium Career Despite Age

  22-09-2026 22:49 via completesports.com
  Napoli star Kevin De Bruyne has made it clear that despite his advancing age and the physical demands of modern football, his motivation to represent the Belgian national team remains as strong as ever. As one of the defining playmakers of his generation, the midfielder continues to shoulder a vital leadership role for the Red [...]
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• Prediction: England vs Spain

  22-09-2026 22:37 via soccernews.com
  In what is a blockbuster Nations League opener on Saturday night, England will welcome newly-crowned world champions Spain to Wembley.
  With a stacked Nations League schedule pencilled in this weekend, there are plenty of eye-catching betting promotions available.
  Verdict: Ferran Torres over 0.5 shots on target
  Best Odds: 2/3
  Bookmaker: 1xBet
  England
  Starting with the hosts, while England might have suffered major World Cup semi-final heartbreak over in North America on July 15th, the Three
  
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• Prediction: Sweden vs Romania

  22-09-2026 22:33 via soccernews.com
  Two camps who will get their respective Nations League adventures underway on Friday night, Sweden will welcome Romania to Solna.
  With a stacked Nations League schedule pencilled in from across the continent this weekend, there are plenty of attractive betting promotions available.
  Verdict: Alexander Isak to score anytime
  Best Odds: 6/5
  Bookmaker: BetUS
  Sweden
  Starting with the hosts, while Sweden might have opened their World Cup adventure with a thumping 5-1 victory against Tunisia on Jun
  
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• Chelsea’s Estevao to ‘seize every opportunity’ after falling behind Palmer, Rogers and Joao Pedro

  22-09-2026 22:32 via soccernews.com
  Estevao is determined to "seize every opportunity" he gets at Chelsea, having found himself behind Cole Palmer, Morgan Rogers and Joao Pedro in Xabi Alonso's pecking order.
  The Brazilian arrived at Stamford Bridge from Palmeiras in 2025 and appeared 36 times across all competitions for the Blues in his debut season at Stamford Bridge.
  Across those outings, 20 of which were starts, he scored eight goals and laid on three assists, while ranking second for dribbles attempted (133) and third for dri
  
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• 2027 AFCONQ: Ndidi, Chukwueze Joins Super Eagles Teammates In Camp For Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau Games

  22-09-2026 22:23 via completesports.com
  Wilfred Ndidi and Samuel Chukwueze are the latest arrivals to the Super Eagles camp, ahead of the 2027 African Cup of Nations qualifiers with Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau. With the arrival of Ndidi and Chukwueze, the number of Super Eagles players in camp is now 23. Super Eagles 23 Players in camp: Simon Moses Akor Adams [...]
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• Yamal feels World Cup triumph should aid Ballon d’Or bid

  22-09-2026 20:32 via soccernews.com
  Lamine Yamal believes lifting the World Cup with Spain should aid his hopes of winning the Ballon d'Or, with Harry Kane and Kylian Mbappe viewed as his main rivals. 
  Yamal helped La Roja win their second world title in North America this year, although his individual impact at the tournament was limited after his 2025-26 season was ended prematurely by a hamstring injury.
  He registered 24 goals and 17 assists in 45 outings across all competitions last season, helping Barcelona retain their
  
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