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• Jarell Quansah could be set for an immediate Premier League return

  09-10-2026 11:57 via soccernews.com
  Jarell Quansah could be set for an immediate Premier League return in the summer of 2027, according to a report from Sky Germany’s Florian Plettenberg.
  While the England international might have only completed a permanent switch to Bayer Leverkusen last year for a reported fee in the region of £35million, Quansah could already be heading back to the Premier League.
  Part of Thomas Tuchel’s World Cup squad over the summer and quickly becoming a key figure under the former Chelsea
  
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• 2028 Olympic Qualifier: Super Falcons Thrash Comoros 5-0 To Reach Third Round

  13-10-2026 19:04 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria’s Super Falcons booked their place into the third round of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic qualifier, after thrashing Comoros 5-0 in the second leg in Ikenne, on Tuesday. The commanding win saw the Super Falcons reach the next round of the qualifier on a 7-0 aggregate win. A brace from Toni Payne and Uchenna [...]
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• EUROMATCH–NPFL: Yusuf Reveals Why He Left Coton FC For Shooting Stars

  13-10-2026 17:51 via completesports.com
  
  Shooting Stars SC Technical Adviser, Salisu Yusuf, says he left Benin Republic top-flight club Coton FC by mutual agreement before returning to Nigeria, Completesports.com reports. The 64-year-old manager signed a two-year contract with Coton FC ahead of the 2025/2026 season, shortly after rescuing Nasarawa United from relegation in the 2024/2025 EuroMatch–NPFL campaign. However, following a [...]
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• Carvajal Joins Getafe On Free Transfer After 23 Years At Real Madrid

  13-10-2026 17:44 via completesports.com
  Former Real Madrid captain Dani Carvajal has joined Getafe on a free transfer. Getafe, in a statement, wrote on their X handle:” : Daniel Carvajal, new Getafe CF player. “Welcome to the Coliseum, Dani! .” The Madrid-born right-back has been without a club since his contract at the Bernabeu expired in June, according to BBC [...]
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• Complete Sports Celebrity Workout Driving Healthy Lifestyle — Aerobics Instructor Nwagu

  13-10-2026 17:19 via completesports.com
  Aerobics instructor, Paul Nwagu, has commended Complete Sports for promoting a healthy lifestyle among Nigerians through Complete Sports Celebrity Workout initiative. The third edition of the event, organised by Complete Communications Limited as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme, took place at the serene Muri Okunola Park, Victoria Island, Lagos, on Saturday, 10 [...]
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• Joshua Warns Against Emotional Traps Ahead Of Blockbuster Clash With Fury

  13-10-2026 16:09 via completesports.com
  As anticipation builds for his long-awaited heavyweight showdown against Tyson Fury, Anthony Joshua has offered a tactical breakdown of why past rivals stumbled against “The Gypsy King”, and how he plans to avoid the same fate. Joshua (30-4, 27 KOs) is set to square off against Fury (36-2-1, 25 KOs) on December 11 at a [...]
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• Calafiori Offers More Going Forward Than In Defence — Arsenal Legend

  13-10-2026 15:47 via completesports.com
  Arsenal legend Nigel Winterburn believes Riccardo Calafiori offers more in attack than in defence, but insisted the Italian remains a solid defender. Calafiori has been one of Arsenal’s standout performers this season with his adventurous displays at left-back and his knack for popping up in goalscoring positions. The left-back drew Arsenal level in their 2-1 [...]
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• Udinese Manager Blames Okoye, Bertola For Loss To Torino

  13-10-2026 15:22 via completesports.com
  Udinese manager Kosta Runjaic has attributed his side’s narrow 2-1 defeat to Torino to a costly communication breakdown between Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye and teammate Nicolò Bertola during Sunday’s Serie A clash. The Nigerian international found himself at the center of the game’s decisive moment at the Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino when a mix-up [...]
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• EUROMATCH NPFL: Ex-Plateau United Midfielder Adeyanju Joins South African Club Stellenbosch

  13-10-2026 15:18 via completesports.com
  
  Former Plateau United midfielder Kazeem Adeyanju has completed a move to South African Premier Soccer League (PSL) side Stellenbosch on a free transfer. Adeyanju, who featured for Plateau United in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) last season, has now been cleared to feature for Stellenbosch in the 2026/27 campaign. “Stellenbosch Football Club is delighted [...]
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• Euromatch NPFL: Shakiru Giwa Resigns As Inter Lagos Head Coach

  13-10-2026 14:51 via completesports.com
  Shakiru Giwa has stepped down as head coach of Nigeria Premier Football League ,NPFL, side Inter Lagos. The club announced his departure on Tuesday through its official X account, making him the first manager to leave his position in the ongoing NPFL season. Inter Lagos expressed gratitude to Giwa for his contributions to the club, [...]
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• Euromatch NPFL: Odah Charges Plateau United To Sustain Momentum After Kano Pillars Win

  13-10-2026 13:55 via completesports.com
  
  Plateau United goalkeeper Okiemute Odah has urged his teammates to maintain their impressive form following last Sunday’s emphatic 4-0 victory over Kano Pillars in the Nigeria Premier Football League ,NPFL. The Peace Boys recorded a dominant win at the New Jos Stadium, handing Kano Pillars their first defeat of the season. Paul Samson and Ekundayo [...]
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• Why I Started Checking Lottery Numbers Every Morning (And You Might Want To Too)

  13-10-2026 12:15 via completesports.com
  
  Three years ago I thought lottery players were throwing money into a fire. Then my neighbor won $3,200 on a random Tuesday afternoon. That got my attention. Here’s what made me reconsider: I was dropping $23 weekly on coffee I barely tasted while rushing to work. But I couldn’t justify $2 for a lottery ticket [...]
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• Rwanda To Host F1’s first Race In Africa Since 1993

  13-10-2026 12:14 via completesports.com
  
  Rwanda has signed a 10-year deal with Formula 1 to host races in the African country, starting “in the early 2030s”. The event – to be called the African Grand Prix – will be held on a new, purpose-built circuit in Bugesera, 25 miles south of the capital Kigali and next to the city’s new [...]
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• Haaland Secures £7.5m Luxury Properties In Abu Dhabi

  13-10-2026 12:14 via completesports.com
  
  Manchester City star Erling Haaland and his father, Alf-Inge Haaland, have further cemented their ties to the club by purchasing luxury residential properties worth a combined £7.5 million in Abu Dhabi, the homeland of the Premier League champions’ owners. According to Daily Mail, the prolific Norwegian striker and his family acquired the high-end properties at [...]
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• Who Will Claim The 2026 Ballon d’Or? 5 Names You Need To Know

  13-10-2026 12:10 via completesports.com
  
  Who will win the Ballon d’Or 2026? 🏆 Football fans around the world are debating which superstar deserves to lift the most prestigious individual award in football. In this video, we look at *5 football stars who could be strong contenders for the Ballon d’Or 2026*. From world-class goalscorers to creative playmakers and match-winning superstars, [...]
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• 2028 Olympics Qualifier: Kanu Eyes Another Victory Against Comoros

  13-10-2026 10:28 via completesports.com
  
  Uchenna Kanu has declared that the Super Falcons are determined to secure a second victory over Comoros in their 2028 Olympic Games qualifying campaign, Completesports.com reports. The Super Falcons head into the second leg of their second-round qualifying tie with a 2-0 advantage following their victory in the first leg. Defender Michelle Alozie and Kanu [...]
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• 1XCup 2026 Round Of 16: 8 Teams Vie For 4 Quarter-Final Tickets Today

  13-10-2026 09:51 via completesports.com
  
  The https://1xcup.ng/ grassroots football tournament in Lagos, Nigeria, has officially concluded its group stage and is entering the Round of 16 from today, Tuesday, October 13–14, 2026, at the Inspire Sports Ground, Cappa, Oshodi, Lagos. As the race for a place in the quarter-finals of the biggest grassroots football competition in Lagos intensifies, eight teams [...]
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• Former Man City Goalkeeper Marries Longtime Fiancee Gibson In Extravagant Ceremony

  13-10-2026 09:36 via completesports.com
  
  Former Republic of Ireland and Manchester City goalkeeper Shay Given has officially tied the knot with his longtime partner, Rebecca Gibson, in a breathtaking ceremony at London’s historic Westminster Abbey. According to Daily Mail, the couple, who have been together for 13 years and share two daughters, exchanged vows at the iconic royal venue, the [...]
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• Why I Left Arsenal For Chelsea — Giroud Reveals

  13-10-2026 08:25 via completesports.com
  
  Olivier Giroud has revealed that he had to leave Arsenal to secure a place in France’s World Cup squad. The French striker departed the club for Premier League rivals Chelsea in January 2018. Giroud had scored 105 goals in 253 appearances for the Gunners before that after being signed by Arsene Wenger. Giroud is set [...]
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• 2028 Olympics Qualifier: Eguavoen Wants Double Over Comoros

  13-10-2026 07:58 via completesports.com
  
  Super Falcons interim head coach Augustine Eguavoen has urged his players to build on their first-leg advantage when Nigeria face Comoros in the return leg of their 2028 Olympic Games qualifying tie, Completesports.com reports. The 10-time African champions secured a 2-0 victory over the island nation in the first leg last Saturday and will host [...]
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• Onyeka Gets Good Ratings In Coventry City’s 4-1 Win Over Newcastle

  13-10-2026 07:49 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria international Frank Onyeka got good rating as Coventry City defeated Newcastle United 4-1 in Monday night’s Premier League fixture. Despite seeing just 12 minutes of action, Onyeka came in and impressed as Coventry made it back-to-back win in the English topflight this season. Following his impressive display Coventry Telegraph awarded Onyeka 6.5/7 out of [...]
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• Onyeka Gets Good Rating In Coventry City’s 4-1 Win Over Newcastle

  13-10-2026 07:49 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria international Frank Onyeka got good rating as Coventry City defeated Newcastle United 4-1 in Monday night’s Premier League fixture. Despite seeing just 12 minutes of action, Onyeka came in and impressed as Coventry made it back-to-back win in the English topflight this season. Following his impressive display Coventry Telegraph awarded Onyeka 6.5/7 out of [...]
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• Euromatch NPFL: Sporting Lagos Coach Hails Squad Depth Ahead Of Plateau United Clash

  13-10-2026 07:44 via completesports.com
  
  Sporting Lagos head coach Jeffrey Buter has expressed his delight with the form of Victor Samuel and the timely return of Odinaka Okoro as his side turns their attention toward a crucial Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) clash against Plateau United. Samuel recently sparked a remarkable comeback for the team after Bendel Insurance seized the [...]
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• Columbus boss Courtois emphasises importance of recovery during run-in

  12-10-2026 23:33 via soccernews.com
  The Columbus Crew's interim head coach Laurent Courtois is confident after his side's recent performances, but he has urged them to recover well ahead of the run-in.
  After wins over CF Montreal and Inter Miami, the Crew fell to a late defeat against Orlando City last time out, in their first game after the international break.
  Columbus slumped to a 3-2 loss in Florida, despite equalising twice through Taha Habroune and Brais Mendez.
  The Crew are now seven points off the playoff places with six r
  
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• Allegri hints towards McTominay start in Champions League

  12-10-2026 22:33 via soccernews.com
  Massimiliano Allegri has revealed Scott McTominay could start for Napoli against Villarreal, as they look to kickstart their Champions League campaign.
  McTominay missed Napoli's final four games before the extended international break as he recovered from heart surgery, though he returned off the bench in their Serie A win over Frosinone on Saturday.
  During McTominay's period on the sidelines, Napoli began their Champions League campaign with a 1-0 defeat at home to 2025-26 runners-up Arsenal.
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• Simeone Backs Lookman To Overcome Atlético Struggles

  12-10-2026 22:08 via completesports.com
  
  Atlético Madrid manager Diego Simeone has expressed confidence that Ademola Lookman will rediscover his best form following a difficult start to the 2026/27 season, Completesports.com reports. The Nigeria international has scored just once in nine appearances across all competitions this season. Lookman was substituted at half-time during Atlético Madrid’s 2-1 victory over Alavés last weekend, [...]
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• Adams In Action As Atalanta Condemn Venezia To Sixth Straight League Defeat On

  12-10-2026 21:36 via completesports.com
  
  Nigerian international Akor Adams was in action but could not help Venezia avoid suffering their sixth consecutive Serie A defeat following a 3-1 loss to Atalanta on Monday. It was Adams’ sixth appearance in the Italian topflight and has scored just one goal since joining Venezia from Sevilla in the summer. Atalanta, who had lost [...]
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• Adams In Action As Atalanta Condemn Venezia To Sixth Straight League Defeat

  12-10-2026 21:36 via completesports.com
  
  Nigerian international Akor Adams was in action but could not help Venezia avoid suffering their sixth consecutive Serie A defeat following a 3-1 loss to Atalanta on Monday. It was Adams’ sixth appearance in the Italian topflight and has scored just one goal since joining Venezia from Sevilla in the summer. Atalanta, who had lost [...]
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• Mihailovic says Toronto must harness home support in MLS play-off chase

  12-10-2026 21:33 via soccernews.com
  Djordje Mihailovic says Toronto FC must make the most of their vocal home support, as they look to build further momentum after Saturday's Canadian Classique win over CF Montreal.
  Playing against his former club, Mihailovic capped an incredible stoppage time comeback from Robin Fraser's team, who were 1-0 down entering the 93rd minute at BMO Field.
  Lewis Morgan scored their equaliser before Mihailovic popped up at the far post with a 95th-minute winner, sparking wild scenes among the home fans.
  
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• Cincinnati ended winless run at ‘a very important time’, says Noonan

  12-10-2026 21:33 via soccernews.com
  FC Cincinnati head coach Pat Noonan believes his side ended their winless MLS run "at a very important time", as they now prepare to take on the New England Revolution.
  After a run of six games with a victory (D3 L3), Cincinnati defeated Atlanta United 3-1 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
  Kevin Denkey scored twice for The Orange and Blue in the second half, while Tom Barlow also got on the scoresheet to help secure all three points.
  Cincinnati are ninth in the Eastern Conference with seven regular-seas
  
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