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• It Was Not Difficult Playing Against Fernandez –Jablonec striker

  21-08-2026 18:13 via completesports.com
  
  Jablonec striker Lamin Jawo has disclosed that playing against Super Eagles defender Emmanuel Fernandez was not that difficult, noting their physical duel was a 50/50 battle. The remarks followed Jablonec’s narrow 1-0 defeat to Rangers in the first leg of their UEFA Conference League playoff on Thursday. Read Also:He’s An Excellent Shot Stopper —Charlton Athletic [...]
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• Shakhtar Donetsk To Play Champions League Home Games At Stamford Bridge

  21-08-2026 19:09 via completesports.com
  
  Chelsea have confirmed that Shakhtar Donetsk will play their four 2026/27 UEFA Champions League home matches at Stamford Bridge, subject to final regulatory approvals. The arrangement offers the Ukrainian champions a venue in London due to the ongoing war in Ukraine. Read Also:It Was Not Difficult Playing Against Fernandez –Jablonec striker Shakhtar evaluated alternative venues, [...]
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• Maresca: Man City Ready For Aggressive Bournemouth Clash

  21-08-2026 18:00 via completesports.com
  Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has disclosed that he is fully prepared for an aggressive Bournemouth side ahead of his first Premier League match in charge at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday. Maresca noted that Bournemouth maintain a very clear identity and high-intensity approach under new head coach Marco Rose, carrying over the aggressive traits [...]
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• OFFICIAL: Konsa Joins Arsenal On Four-Year Deal

  21-08-2026 17:59 via completesports.com
  Arsenal have announced the signing of England international Ezri Konsa from Europa League champions Aston Villa. Konsa joined the Premier League champions on a four-year contract worth £55 million with the option to extend for a further year. After weeks of negotiation, the clubs reached an agreement on Wednesday which could earn Villa up to [...]
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• Championship: Millwall Boss Confirms Azeez Will Miss Norwich Clash

  21-08-2026 17:57 via completesports.com
  
  Millwall manager Alex Neil has confirmed that Femi Azeez will miss Saturday’s home clash against Norwich City due to injury. Azeez started the Lions’ 2-0 victory over Bristol City last weekend but was forced off before half-time after picking up a knock. Neil revealed after the game that the Nigeria international had experienced discomfort in [...]
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• FIFA Hit Argentina Star Paredes With 10-Game Ban Over World Cup Final Brawl

  21-08-2026 17:07 via completesports.com
  
  Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes has been given a 10-match ban for the role he played in on-field clashes after his side were beaten 1-0 by Spain in the 2026 World Cup final, BBC Sport reports. FIFA’s disciplinary committee has also handed his team-mate Nahuel Molina a seven-match suspension. Argentina have also been ordered to play [...]
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• Bafana Bafana Legend Raises Concern Over Condition Of Football Pitches In Ghana

  21-08-2026 16:33 via completesports.com
  
  Bafana Bafana of South Africa legend and Asante Kotoko coach Eric Tinkler has raised concerns over the condition of football pitches in Ghana, admitting that the playing surfaces could make it difficult for his team to produce the style of football he wants. Tinkler joined the Ghanaian giants in mid-July after being without a club [...]
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• MLS: Yusuf Named Player Of The Week

  21-08-2026 15:41 via completesports.com
  
  Super Eagles midfielder Alhassan Yusuf has been named Major League Soccer , MLS, Player of the Week following his impressive display for New England Revolution. Yusuf grabbed a hat-trick as New England Revolution cruised to a 3-0 victory over D.C. United on Wednesday. The emphatic win ended the Revs’ three-game winless run and boosted their [...]
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• Ajax Boss Delighted With Arokodare’s Impact In Sion Victory

  21-08-2026 14:22 via completesports.com
  
  Ajax manager Míchel Sánchez has praised Tolu Arokodare following the striker’s impressive performance in the club’s 4-2 victory over Sion. Arokodare made a significant impact after coming off the bench, registering a goal and an assist for the Eredivisie giants in the UEFA Europa Conference League playoff tie. The Nigeria international replaced Marcos Leonardo in [...]
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• La Liga: Three Points Or Nothing –Mourinho Speaks Ahead Espanyol Vs Real Marid

  21-08-2026 13:40 via completesports.com
  
  Ahead of his first official La Liga match back in charge of Real Madrid, José Mourinho expressed complete conviction that his squad would travel to face Espanyol at the RCDE Stadium with the absolute intent to return with all three points. Mourinho noted that Espanyol started their campaign strongly with a comfortable 3-0 win, giving [...]
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• The 2026/27 Football League Season Preview

  21-08-2026 12:07 via completesports.com
  
  A NEW SEASON, NEW DREAMS, NEW RIVALRIES — THE BATTLE BEGINS AGAIN! Football is back, and another thrilling season is upon us! All eyes will be on the Premier League and La Liga, where some of the biggest clubs, best players and brightest new signings are ready to fight for glory. From the title race [...]
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• Arsenal Vs Coventry City: Awoniyi, Onyeka Face Gunners Test In EPL Opener

  21-08-2026 11:47 via completesports.com
  
  Super Eagles duo Taiwo Awoniyi and Frank Onyeka will look to help Coventry City make a positive start to life back in the Premier League when they face Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on Friday night. The encounter will mark Coventry City’s first top-flight appearance since the 2000/01 season following their promotion from the Sky [...]
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• Smith: Osimhen Not Perfect Fit For Arsenal

  21-08-2026 09:39 via completesports.com
  
  Arsenal legend Alan Smith has raised doubts about a potential move for Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen, expressing reservations that the high-cost forward might not be the right tactical or financial fit for Mikel Arteta’s squad. Recall that the Nigerian international has been a major transfer target for the Gunners and other clubs in Europe [...]
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• Smith Expresses Reservations On Arsenal’s Move For Osimhen

  21-08-2026 09:39 via completesports.com
  
  Arsenal legend Alan Smith has raised doubts about a potential move for Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen, expressing reservations that the high-cost forward might not be the right tactical or financial fit for Mikel Arteta’s squad. Recall that the Nigerian international has been a major transfer target for the Gunners and other clubs in Europe [...]
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• Stop Using WAFCON As Qualifiers For World Cup —Bafana Legend Baloyi Urges CAF

  21-08-2026 09:29 via completesports.com
  
  Bafana Bafana of South Africa legend Brian Baloyi has called on the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to end the arrangement of qualifying for the World Cup merely by reaching the Women’s African Cup of Nations (WAFCON) semi-finals. After failing to find top gear, leading to their exit in the quarter-finals of WAFCON 2026, Banyana [...]
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• CAF Snubs Super Falcons Stars In WAFCON 2026 Best XI

  21-08-2026 09:02 via completesports.com
  
  The Confederation of African Football, CAF, has unveiled the Best XI of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, with no Super Falcons player making the selection. Nigeria endured a disappointing campaign at the tournament, bowing out at the quarter-final stage following a 1-0 defeat to eventual champions Cameroon. It marked the first time the [...]
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• He’s An Excellent Shot Stopper —Charlton Athletic Manager On New Signing Okonkwo

  21-08-2026 08:12 via completesports.com
  
  Charlton Athletic new manager Nathan Jones has described Nigeria international Arthur Okonkwo as an excellent shot stopper, completesports.com reports. Okonkwo completed a season-long loan move to Charlton from fellow Championship side Wrexham. He becomes the Addicks’ eighth signing of the summer following the arrivals of Ivan Mesík, Billy Koumetio, Karlan Grant, Danny McNamara, Millenic Alli, [...]
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• ‘I’m Focused On Getting Better’ –Arokodare Reacts After Scoring First Ajax Goal

  21-08-2026 08:03 via completesports.com
  
  Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare has expressed delight at scoring his first goal for Ajax in their UEFA Conference League play-off win against FC Sion on Thursday. The Nigerian international made a massive impact off the bench for Ajax, scoring in the 74th minute and providing an assist in the 87th minute during their 4-2 [...]
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• Arteta Opens Up On Lewis-Skelly’s Arsenal Future

  21-08-2026 07:45 via completesports.com
  
  Mikel Arteta has said that Myles Lewis-Skelly will 100% be an Arsenal player once the transfer window closes, BBC Sport reports. Lewis-Skelly’s future has been the subject of much debate, with reported interest from clubs in the Premier League. Arsenal are also trying to maintain their self-sustainable model and have been looking to raise funds [...]
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• Daga Pens New Long-Term Contract With Molde FK

  21-08-2026 07:37 via completesports.com
  
  Flying Eagles midfielder Daniel Daga has signed a new long-term contract with Danish club Molde, Completesports.com reports. The new deal will keep the highly-rated youngster at the club until the summer of 2031. Daga Comments On New Contract Daga, who has continued to make steady progress since linking up with Molde, was delighted to commit [...]
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• UECL: Arokodare Scores, Bags Assist in Ajax’s Win At Sion

  20-08-2026 23:41 via completesports.com
  
  Tolu Arokodare scored his maiden goal for Ajax as the Dutch giants defeated Swiss club Sion 4-2 in the first leg of their UEFA Europa Conference League playoff tie on Thursday night. Arokodare, who started the game on the bench, replaced Marcos Leonardo with 18 minutes remaining. The Nigeria international made an immediate impact, netting [...]
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• Murphy: Only Man City Can Stop Arsenal From Winning Premier League

  20-08-2026 22:26 via completesports.com
  
  Former midfielder Danny Murphy has disclosed that Manchester City are the only team capable of stopping Arsenal from winning the Premier League title Murphy highlights Arsenal’s strong momentum, defensive stability, and the continuity of keeping their core squad and manager while adding quality. Read Also:Done Deal: Olayinka Moves To Saudi Club Al Wehda On Free [...]
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• UECL: Yohanna Makes Brighton Debut In Draw Against Tromsø

  20-08-2026 22:18 via completesports.com
  
  Zadok Yohanna made his competitive debut for Brighton & Hove Albion in the goalless draw against Tromsø in the first leg of their UEFA Europa Conference League playoff at the Romssa Arena on Thursday night. The 19-year-old was introduced in the 87th minute, replacing Ferdi Kadioglu in the keenly contested encounter. Brighton dominated proceedings but [...]
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• Yusuf Savours New England Revolution Hat-Trick

  20-08-2026 21:31 via completesports.com
  
  Alhassan Yusuf has expressed his delight after playing a starring role in New England Revolution’s emphatic 3-0 victory over DC United. The Nigeria international was the hero of the encounter at Audi Field in Washington, scoring all three goals for the visitors. Yusuf struck twice in the first half to put the Revolution firmly in [...]
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• OFFICIAL: Okonkwo Joins Charlton Athletic On Loan

  20-08-2026 19:52 via completesports.com
  
  English Championship club Charlton Athletic have announced the signing of Nigeria international Arthur Okonkwo on loan from Wrexham, completesports.com reports. Charlton confirmed the loan move in a statement on their official website on Thursday. “Charlton Athletic are delighted to announce the signing of Nigeria international Arthur Okonkwo on a season-long loan from Wrexham. “The 6ft [...]
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• US Open Announces Record $108 Million Prize Money

  20-08-2026 19:47 via completesports.com
  
  The United States Tennis Association on Thursday announced the largest player compensation package in professional tennis history, reaching $108 million at the 2026 U.S. Open. Singles champions will take home $5.5 million each, while main-draw first-round losers receive $140,000. Both figures represent all-time highs in Grand Slam history. Read Also:Wake Up Call –Kyrgios Apologizes To [...]
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• Arokodare Targets Ajax Success After Tough Wolves Spell

  20-08-2026 19:41 via completesports.com
  
  Tolu Arokodare is determined to make a big impact at Ajax after enduring a difficult spell with Wolverhampton Wanderers. Arokodare joined Ajax on a season-long loan from Wolves last month as he looks to rediscover his best form. The Nigeria international struggled to make the desired impact at Wolves last season following his arrival from [...]
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• Man City Will Struggle To Win Premier League Without Rodri –Barry

  20-08-2026 18:15 via completesports.com
  
  Former Man City star Gareth Barry has disclosed that losing Rodri to Barcelona makes Manchester City’s Premier League title challenge much harder. Recall that Rodri completed a high-profile move to FC Barcelona for a reported £65 million package on a four-year deal. Read Also:Aston Villa Considering Moves For Adarabioyo, Tomori As Konsa Replacement His departure [...]
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• Charlton Athletic Agree Loan Deal For Okonkwo

  20-08-2026 18:09 via completesports.com
  
  English Championship club Charlton Athletic have agreed a deal to sign Nigeria international goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo on a season-long loan from Wrexham. This is according to European transfer expert and Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano. Okonkwo, who has just one year remaining on his contract at Wrexham, is set to become a free agent next summer, [...]
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• NPFL Pre-Season Tourney: El-Kanemi Lose Again After 2-0 Defeat To Katsina United

  20-08-2026 17:37 via completesports.com
  
  Katsina United opened their 2026 Pre-Season Super Six tournament with a 2-0 win against El Kanemi Warriors in Jos on Friday, completesports.com reports. A brace from Abdurrahman Garba secured Katsina United the win in their first tie on matchday 2 and which also book their spot in the semifinal. Garba opened the scoring in the [...]
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