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• LASU Ready To Host Best Africa University Games — Olatunji-Bello

  14-05-2024 20:19 via completesports.com
  
  The vice-chancellor of Lagos State University (LASU) Professor Ibiyemi Ibilola Olatunji-Bello has promised that the school will host the besttournament in the history of the Africa University Games.
  LASU will co-host the 11th edition of the FASU Games with University of Lagos (UNILAG).
  It is the second time Nigeria will be hosting Games since its inception in 1974.
  Over 100 universities from different African countries will participate in the games.
  3,500 athletes will compete for honours in 15
  
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• New York Red Bulls v Charlotte FC: Smith not worried about goalless run

  29-05-2024 02:15 via soccernews.com
  Charlotte FC head coach Dean Smith says his team will continue to work on their lack of goal threat as they prepare to travel to New York Red Bulls on Wednesday. Charlotte sit seventh in the Eastern Conference, just one point behind the Red Bulls after going unbeaten in their last five matches. However, their […]
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• Philadelphia Union v Toronto FC: Reds keep growing under Herdman

  29-05-2024 01:32 via soccernews.com
  Toronto FC head coach John Herdman admits his team still have some growing to do as they travel to Philadelphia Union on Wednesday. Despite losing three of their last four MLS games – winning the other 5-1 at home to CF Montreal – Toronto sit sixth in the Eastern Conference on 22 points with a […]
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• Los Angeles FC v Minnesota United: Long aiming to build on LAFC´s growing momentum

  29-05-2024 00:35 via soccernews.com
  Defender Aaron Long has praised Los Angeles FC’s recent defensive strength as they prepare to welcome Minnesota United to BMO Stadium on Wednesday. LAFC have won their last four in all competitions without conceding a goal, with Saturday’s 1-0 victory over Atlanta United their 100th MLS regular-season win. They currently sit fourth in the Western […]
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• Fiorentina can use ´bitterness´ from 2023 Europa Conference League final defeat, says Italiano

  28-05-2024 23:54 via soccernews.com
  Vincenzo Italiano has urged Fiorentina to use their “bitterness” from last year’s defeat in the Europa Conference League final against Olympiacos on Wednesday. Fiorentina lost the 2023 Europa Conference League final in Prague to West Ham 2-1, conceding in the 90th minute to miss out on the chance to lift the trophy. The Viola have […]
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• My Coaching Career Will End In Real Madrid –Ancelotti

  28-05-2024 22:58 via completesports.com
  
  Real Madrid manager, Carlo Ancelotti has reiterated that he will spend the rest of his coaching career at Santiago Bernabeu Stadium.
  He stated this ahead of the team's Champions League final against Borussia Dortmund on Saturday.
   
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  In a chat with Repubblica, the Italian tactician said that he will retire as Real Madrid manager.
  The Italian has now said he will stay at the club as long as he is wanted.
  “I will retire
  
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• Arteta Wins Premier League Coach Of The Season Award

  28-05-2024 22:53 via completesports.com
  Mikel Arteta has been named Premier League Coach of the Season at the maiden European edition of the Globe Soccer Awards.
  Arteta emerged the winner at a special edition of the Globe Soccer Awards held in Sardinia, Italy on Tuesday afternoon.
  Despite failing to win a silverware for Arsenal in the just concluded season, Arteta's impressive work was recognized by organisers of the award.
  For the second year running, Arteta's side lost the Premier League title to Pep Guardiola's Manchester City.
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• CF Montreal v D.C. United: Courtois pleased to ´stop the bleeding´

  28-05-2024 22:16 via soccernews.com
  Laurent Courtois was pleased to see CF Montreal “stop the bleeding” with Saturday’s goalless draw against Nashville SC, but he knows more is needed when they host D.C. United on Wednesday. Montreal are winless in their last nine matches across all competitions (four draws, five losses) and sit 13th of 15 teams in the Eastern […]
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• SuperSport Partner Venues Launches In Lagos, Creating Vibrant Hubs For Sports Fans

  28-05-2024 21:42 via completesports.com
  SuperSport , Africa's leading sports broadcaster, has successfully launched its SuperSport  Partner Venues program in Lagos, Nigeria. This initiative aims to elevate the sports viewing experience for super fans across the city by transforming bars and lounges into dynamic hubs for shared passion and excitement.
  SuperSport Partner Venues represents a shift from the traditional sports bar experience. The program partners with strategically selected venues known for their lively atmosphere an
  
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• Terzic: Dortmund ready to snap Madrid´s perfect Champions League final run

  28-05-2024 21:20 via soccernews.com
  Edin Terzic believes Borussia Dortmund can break Real Madrid’s winning run in Champions League finals when they meet in the showcase at Wembley on Saturday. Madrid have won all eight finals they have played in since the Champions League replaced the European Cup in 1992, while they have also won five Champions League titles in […]
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• WAFU U-17: Golden Eaglets Beat Ghana In Five-Goal Thriller

  28-05-2024 20:52 via completesports.com
  Nigeria's Golden Eaglets earned a place at the 2024 Africa U-17 Cup of Nations after beating hosts Ghana 3-2in their third-place match on Tuesday.
  The Eaglets took the lead in the ninthminute when Imrana Muhammad lashed the ball into the net after a goalmouth scramble.
  Ghanaequalized 10 minutes later when a Nigerian defender unwittingly put the ball into his own net
  Three-time world champions Ghana took the lead for the first time in the game in the 27th minute when Harve Gbafa profited from a
  
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• Finidi Needs Support To Deliver World Cup Ticket — Sodje

  28-05-2024 20:05 via completesports.com
  
  Former Super Eagles defender, Efe Sodje has saidhead coach Finidi George needs the support of all Nigerians to ensure the team's qualification forthe 2026 FIFA World Cup.
  The three-time African champions are yet to record a win in the qualifiers after drawing their opening two games against Lesotho and Zimbabwe.
  The Super Eagles will face the Bafana Bafana of South Africa and Squirrels of Benin Republic in their next games early next month.
  Sodje reckoned it is important for the entire nation t
  
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• Kroos Is Irreplaceable –Valverde

  28-05-2024 19:45 via completesports.com
  
  Real Madrid midfielder Fede Valverde has revealed that it will be difficult to replace Toni Kroos in the team.
  Recall that Saturday's Champions League final against Borussia Dortmund will be Kroos' last in club football.
   
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  In a chat with TribalFootball, Valverde said that Kroos will be greatly missed.
   "Today I play in another role, different from Toni.
  "We will never be able to replace him, he is the person I admire t
  
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• Euro 2024: Courtois Left Out Of Belgium Squad

  28-05-2024 19:23 via completesports.com
  Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has been left out of Belgium's squad for the 2024 European Championship in Germany.
  The provisional 25-man squad features many Premier League stars including Manchester City duo Kevin De Bruyne, Jeremy Doku Arsenal's Leandro Trossard, Aston Villa's Youri Tielemans, Everton midfielder Amadou Onana, Leicester's Wout Faes and Fulham's Timothy Castagne.
  Romelu Lukaku, who has spent the season on loan at Roma from Chelsea and is Belgium's record goalscorer, is
  
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• Owen gives Bellingham ´massive chance´ of Ballon d´Or success

  28-05-2024 19:07 via soccernews.com
  Michael Owen believes Jude Bellingham has a “massive chance” of winning the Ballon d’Or after a stand-out debut season at Real Madrid. Los Blancos won their 36th LaLiga title, losing just one of their league games while finishing 10 points clear of second-place Barcelona. Bellingham ended the league campaign as Madrid’s top-scorer, netting 19 LaLiga […]
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• 2026 WCQ: Osimhen Ruled Out Of South Africa, Benin Games

  28-05-2024 18:57 via completesports.com
  
  Napoli forwardVictor Osimhen will miss Nigeria's upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Bafana Bafana of South Africa and Squirrels of Benin Republic due to injury.
  Head coach Finidi George has already extended invitation to Rangers defender Kenneth Igboke as his replacement.
  "Africa Player of the Year, Victor Osimhen is injured and out for 4 weeks. Super Eagles’ Coach Finidi George has called up Enugu Rangers’ left back Kenneth Igboke for the WC qualifiers against South Af
  
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• Boniface’s Girlfriend Celebrates Bayer Leverkusen German Cup Success

  28-05-2024 18:26 via completesports.com
  Rikke Hermine Jensen, girlfriend of Super Eagles forward, Victor Boniface has celebrated Bayer Leverkusen German Cup success at the weekend.
  Recall that Leverkusen defeated FC Kaiserslautern 1-0 in the final on Saturday despite going one player down due to red card.
  The Nigerian international, who had lost the Europa League to Atalanta, played an integral part in ensuring Leverkusen win their first ever double, after winning the Bundesliga title.
   
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• Former Manchester United stars Gary Neville and Wayne Rooney weigh in on Gerrard vs Scholes debate (Video)

  28-05-2024 18:15 via soccernews.com
  
  Manchester United and Liverpool supporters have been at odds over the numerous comparisons between Steven Gerrard and Paul Scholes for a very long time now. Scholes himself recently admitted he could never have done what Gerrard did, and his teammates Gary Neville and Wayne Rooney, having both left a big mark on the Sir Alex […]
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• Lewandowski Backs Borussia Dortmund To Beat Real Madrid In Champions League Final

  28-05-2024 18:13 via completesports.com
  Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski has backed former club, Borussia Dortmund to overcome Real Madrid in the final of the UEFA Champions League on Saturday.
  Recall that Lewandowski left Dortmund for Bayern Munich before eventually joining Barca.
   
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  However, the Polish striker in a chat with Marca, has tipped Dortmund to lift the trophy ahead of Real Madrid.
  "Yes, I'll be supporting them. I can ima
  
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• Los Angeles Galaxy defender Miki Yamane talks about growing up in Japan (Video)

  28-05-2024 18:04 via soccernews.com
  
  As his team prepares to take on FC Dallas in the MLS next, Japanese defender Miki Yamane opened up on some of his childhood memories. Miki Yamane reflects on his favorite childhood memories in Japan as he lives away from home. 🫶🇯🇵 Catch the dynamic defender thriving with @LAGalaxy as they take on @FCDallas tomorrow […]
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• AC Milan in Emerson Royal talks

  28-05-2024 17:59 via soccernews.com
  
  AC Milan are interested in signing Emerson Royal from Tottenham Hotspur this summer, according to Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio. The Rossoneri have already held preliminary talks with the representatives of the 25-year-old wing-back as they plan to revitalize their squad ahead of 2024/25. They have already said goodbye to head coach Stefano Pioli, striker […]
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• Oshiomhole Happy To Be Part Of Okpekpe Race Success Story

  28-05-2024 17:52 via completesports.com
  Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, the former Governor of Edo State and now Senator representing Edo North in the National Assembly says he is delighted with the success story of the Okpekpe International 10km Road Race.
  The 10th edition of the race held last Saturday in Okpekpe, a community in Etsako East Local Government of Edo State and Oshiomhole was one of the participants as he completed the 10km road race.
  Oshiomhole revealed after crossing the finish line how the race came about and how one of t
  
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• Greenwood Wins Getafe Player Of The Season Award

  28-05-2024 16:31 via completesports.com
  Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood has won Getafe Player of the Season award.
  Greenwood scored 10 goals in 36 appearances during his loan spell with Getafe as he returned to professional football following his suspension by United in January 2022
  The 22-year-old was suspended by United amid allegations of attempted rape, assault and controlling and coercive behaviour.A lengthy investigation followed, before the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) dropped all charges against Greenwood in Febr
  
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• How To Bet On The Champions League Final In Texas 2024: TX Sports Betting Sites

  28-05-2024 16:08 via completesports.com
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• Lookman To Receive Bergamo’s Highest Honour After Europa League Final Heroics

  28-05-2024 15:36 via completesports.com
  
  Ademola Lookman and his Napoli teammates will be awarded the City of Bergamo's highest honour for the winning the UEFA Europa League.
  Gian Piero Gasperini's side defeated Bayer Leverkusen 3-0 in the final of the competition last week Wednesday.
  It was La Dea's first major title in 61 years and the first time they will bewinning an European trophy.
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  Lookman was the hero of the night as he scored a hat-trick for Atalanta
  
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• Oshoala Wins UEFA Women’s Champions League Goal Of The Season

  28-05-2024 14:36 via completesports.com
  
  Asisat Oshoala's stunning bicycle kick for her former club Barcelona on matchday 1 against Benfica, has been picked as 2023/24 UEFA Women's Champions League Goal of the Season.
  Oshoala's strike was picked as the best among the top 10 goals selected by UEFA's Technical Observer panel.
  The reigning CAF Women's Player of the Year's former teammate at Barcelona, Aitana Bonmatí took second spot for her bending effort in the quarter-final second-leg win against Brann.
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• Dessers Set To Miss Start Of 2024/25 Season With Injury

  28-05-2024 12:21 via completesports.com
  Cyriel Dessers will undergo scan this week to determine the severity of the injury he sustained in Rangers' Scottish Cup final defeat against Celtic.
  Dessers was withdrawn at half-time of the encounter played at the Hampden Park after sustaining an ankle injury.
  The Nigeria international left the stadium wearing a protective mask on the right leg.
  It is expected that the Feyenoord striker will miss the start of next season due to the setback.
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• Is Dafabet Legal in India?

  28-05-2024 11:11 via completesports.com
  
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