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• Lineker Speaks Out On Potential Title-Stripping For Manchester City

  07-10-2026 21:14 via completesports.com
  
  Former England captain and broadcaster Gary Lineker has called on Manchester City to own their situation and accept whatever sanctions come their way following the club’s high-profile financial rule breaches. Speaking at the Leaders Week sports industry conference at Stamford Bridge, Lineker addressed the ongoing fallout surrounding the Premier League charges and independent commission findings. [...]
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• Turkey: Osimhen Marks Return With Assist In Galatasaray’s Win Over Kasimpasa

  09-10-2026 22:49 via completesports.com
  Victor Osimhen marked his return from injury with an assist as Galatasaray secured a 3-1 victory over Kasimpasa in an Istanbul derby. The Nigeria international, who had been sidelined for a month after sustaining an injury in another Istanbul derby against Istanbul Basaksehir, came on for Deniz Gul in the 77th minute. Osimhen made an [...]
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• Nigeria Judo Federation: NSC Urged To Overhaul Federation After Board Dissolution

  09-10-2026 22:17 via completesports.com
  
  The National Sports Commission (NSC) has been commended by the founder of Ekus Judo Club Benin, Eke Osahon, for dissolving the Musa Oshodi-led board of the Nigeria Judo Federation (NJF), describing the move as a bold step towards restoring sanity to the sport. Osahon said the NSC’s decision was in the best interests of Nigerian [...]
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• EPL: ‘We Have To React’ –Tottenham Manager Issues Rallying Cry Before Manchester United Clash

  09-10-2026 21:21 via completesports.com
  
  Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi has urged his bottom-of-the-table Spurs side to react to mounting pressure as they prepare for a crunch Premier League clash against fellow strugglers Manchester United. Spurs head to Old Trafford on Saturday in dire search of their first top-flight victory of the season. The north London club has lost three [...]
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• 2028 Olympic Qualifier: Super Falcons Overcome Comoros 2-0 In First Leg

  09-10-2026 21:03 via completesports.com
  
  Second half goals from Michelle Alozie and Uchenna Kanu secured a 2-0 away win for Nigeria’s Super Falcons in the first leg, second round of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic qualifier at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, Ogun State on Friday. After holding out to a goalless first half, Comoros resolve was finally broken [...]
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• Euromatch NPFL: Katsina United Edge Enyimba In Six-Goal Thriller

  09-10-2026 20:43 via completesports.com
  
  Katsina United defeated Enyimba 4-2 in a thrilling Nigeria Premier Football League ,NPFL, Matchday Eight encounter at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium on Friday. The victory ended Enyimba’s three-match unbeaten run in the league. Katsina United took the lead in the sixth minute when Emeka Onyema inadvertently turned the ball into his own net. The hosts [...]
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• AFCON Format Under Review –Motsepe Signals Potential Return to Biennial Schedule

  09-10-2026 18:54 via completesports.com
  President of Confederation of African Football, Patrice Motsepe has revealed that the organisation is actively discussing a return to hosting the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) every two years. Speaking at a CAF strategy conference in Cape Verde on Friday, Motsepe’s remarks were met with enthusiastic applause from delegates. Read Also:Azeez Not Ready For Brighton [...]
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• Arteta Gives Injury Update On Havertz, Rice, Konsa Ahead Of Arsenal vs Leeds

  09-10-2026 17:00 via completesports.com
  Mikel Arteta has said Kai Havertz is a doubt for Arsenal’s Premier League clash with Leeds United with a number of other players still being assessed. The Gunners suffered a number of injury scares during the international break with Havertz forced off after just 30 minutes playing for Germany against Netherlands in what was Jurgen [...]
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• SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 148: Manchester United vs Tottenham Hotspur Preview

  09-10-2026 16:40 via completesports.com
  All eyes will be at Old Trafford tomorrow when Premier League basement club Tottenham Hotspur will endeavour to end their winless streak when they face another bottom-half club in Manchester United. This fixture presents a difficult test for two teams seeking to restore confidence. Manchester United have the advantage of playing at Old Trafford, where [...]
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• I’m Only Thinking About My Work At Bayern — Kompany Breaks Silence On Man City Financial Charges Verdict

  09-10-2026 16:39 via completesports.com
  
  Vincent Kompany has admitted he is ‘not too occupied’ by the verdict in Manchester City’s Financial Fair Play (FFP) case. His former club have been found guilty of all charges against them, the Premier League announced last week. City were first charged in February 2023, with the alleged offences taking place between 2009 and 2018. [...]
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• Euromatch NPFL: We Need To Score Goals –Kun Khalifat Striker Chijioke Speaks Ahead Of 3SC Clash

  09-10-2026 15:39 via completesports.com
  Kun Khalifat FC forward Ahiaeke Chijioke has insisted that the team is fully prepared and focused ahead of their crucial Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) clash against Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC). The newly promoted Owerri side is set to host the historic Oluyole Warriors at the Dan Anyiam Stadium this weekend, with Ahiaeke emphasizing [...]
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• The Numbers Game: Man City take perfect record to Anfield following tumultuous break

  09-10-2026 15:33 via soccernews.com
  It is fair to say Manchester City had an eventful international break.
  The Premier League was thrown into turmoil following confirmation that City had been found guilty by an independent commission of all charges relating to breaches of the competition's financial regulations between the 2009-10 and 2017-18 seasons, and the majority of charges in relation to their failure to co-operate with the league's investigation. 
  City deny all the allegations and have appealed against the verdict.
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• EPL: Unleash Anfield Crowd On Manchester City –Carragher Advises Liverpool Manager

  09-10-2026 15:19 via completesports.com
  Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher has urged the Reds manager Andoni Iraola to fully weaponize the legendary Anfield atmosphere to secure a vital advantage over Premier League leaders Manchester City. Manchester City arrive at Anfield sitting at the summit of the table following a blistering start under new manager Enzo Maresca. Sunday’s blockbuster clash marks a [...]
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• 2028 Olympics Qualifier: Eguavoen Warns Super Falcons Against Underestimating Comoros

  09-10-2026 15:11 via completesports.com
  Super Falcons interim head coach Augustine Eguavoen has warned his side against underestimating Comoros ahead of their 2028 Olympic Games qualifying fixtures. Comoros will host the 10-time African champions in the first leg of their second-round qualifying tie at the Remo Stars Sports Complex in Ikenne on Friday (today). The return leg is scheduled to [...]
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• Euromatch NPFL: Keep Believing –Oyo Pillar Of Sports Urges 3SC Fans To Stay Calm Amid Poor Run

  09-10-2026 14:57 via completesports.com
  
  Following a concerning string of disappointing results for Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC), the Oyo Pillar of Sports, Tope Obideyi, has appealed to the club’s passionate fan base to remain calm, patient, and steadfast in their backing of the historic Oluyole Warriors. Acknowledging the deep emotional investment of the fans, Obideyi noted that every defeat [...]
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• ‘Everything to play for’ in playoff race, says New York Red Bulls boss Bradley

  09-10-2026 14:32 via soccernews.com
  The New York Red Bulls still have "everything to play for" as they push for a place in the MLS Cup Playoffs, head coach Michael Bradley declared ahead of Saturday's meeting with San Diego FC.
  NYRB are eighth in the Eastern Conference with seven regular-season games to play, only one point behind Orlando City in seventh but with two other teams behind them on goal difference.
  They had to play without their international players against St. Louis City last week, losing 3-0, following a pair of 1-0
  
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• 2028 Olympics Qualifier: Comoros Coach Abdallah Targets Historic Win Over Super Falcons

  09-10-2026 14:13 via completesports.com
  Comoros women’s national team head coach Yusuf Abdallah believes his side can pull off a major upset by eliminating Nigeria from the race to qualify for the 2028 Olympic Games. The island nation will take on the Super Falcons in the first leg of their second-round qualifying tie on Friday at their makeshift home ground [...]
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• ‘You don’t have to be Einstein’ – Mourinho passes Mbappe fit for Villarreal clash and slams media criticism

  09-10-2026 13:33 via soccernews.com
  Jose Mourinho confirmed Kylian Mbappe will start against Villarreal on Saturday before suggesting figures in the media were attempting to sow discontent between Real Madrid and their star striker.
  Mbappe had initially been considered doubtful for Madrid's first game following the international break, after suffering a minor knee injury while representing France.
  Mbappe sustained the injury while scoring the only goal in Les Bleus' 1-0 win over Turkiye on September 25 and subsequently left Zinedi
  
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• Azeez Not Ready For Brighton Debut — Hurzeler

  09-10-2026 13:05 via completesports.com
  Brighton & Hove Albion head coach Fabian Hurzeler has revealed that Femi Azeez is not yet ready to make his competitive debut for the club. Azeez joined the Seagulls from Sky Bet Championship side Millwall on transfer deadline day. However, the winger’s Brighton debut has been delayed as he continues to recover from an injury [...]
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• Seattle Sounders have timed MLS revival to perfection, says Brunell

  09-10-2026 12:32 via soccernews.com
  The Seattle Sounders are hitting their stride at the perfect time, believes midfielder Snyder Brunell, as they look to stretch their unbeaten run to nine games against the New England Revolution.
  Seattle sit seventh in the Western Conference – occupying the final automatic playoff spot with seven regular-season games remaining – ahead of their trip to Foxborough. 
  It has been an incredible turnaround from Brian Schmetzer's side, who went 13 MLS games without winning, including l
  
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• D.C. United expecting reaction from Messi and Miami after poor MLS run

  09-10-2026 12:32 via soccernews.com
  D.C. United head coach Rene Weiler is expecting a reaction from out-of-form Inter Miami on Saturday, when he takes his team to Nu Stadium. 
  Despite the outstanding form of Lionel Messi, Miami have failed to win any of their last five MLS games, playing out four straight draws before losing 2-1 to the Colombus Crew on September 27.
  Coming out of an international break that saw Messi make an emotional farewell appearance for Argentina, Miami sit third in the Eastern Conference. 
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• Prediction: Coventry City vs Newcastle United

  09-10-2026 12:15 via soccernews.com
  Two camps who will make their respective returns from September’s international break on Monday night, Coventry will welcome Newcastle to the Midlands.
  With a Monday schedule that includes some high-profile battles from the likes of La Liga, Serie A and the Premier League, there are plenty of eye-catching betting promotions available.
  Verdict: Newcastle United win
  Best Odds: 6/5
  Bookmaker: BetUS
  Coventry City
  Starting with the hosts, dragging themselves to a maiden Premier League vict
  
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• Prediction: Cagliari vs Juventus

  09-10-2026 12:03 via soccernews.com
  Seeking an immediate response when they make their return from September’s extended international break this weekend, Juventus will travel to Cagliari.
  With a stacked Sunday schedule from across the continent, there are plenty of attractive betting promotions available.
  Verdict: Both teams to score – No
  Best Odds: 19/20
  Bookmaker: 1xBet
  Cagliari
  Starting with the hosts, while Cagliari might have spent the majority of last season scrapping it out at the foot of the Serie A standi
  
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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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• Maresca says feeling in Man City squad is ‘fantastic’ despite Premier League verdict

  09-10-2026 11:33 via soccernews.com
  Enzo Maresca insists the feeling among his Manchester City players is "fantastic" and they are 100% focused on Sunday's trip to Liverpool, following a tumultuous few weeks for the club.
  During the international break, the Premier League confirmed City had been found guilty by an independent commission of all charges relating to breaches of the competition's financial regulations between the 2009-10 and 2017-18 seasons, and the majority of charges in relation to their failure to co-operate with t
  
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• EUROMATCH NPFL: Enyimba Look To Extend Winning Run Ahead Katsina United Tie

  09-10-2026 10:34 via completesports.com
  Enyimba will look to extend their resurgence when they travel north to face Katsina United in a Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) matchday 8 fixture today, (Friday) at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium. The People’s Elephant have finally turned the corner after a difficult start to the ongoing campaign. After losing their first four games of [...]
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• Westwood won’t be happy until he wins silverware with Charlotte

  09-10-2026 10:32 via soccernews.com
  Ashley Westwood said he has felt more love at Charlotte FC than any other club but insisted he would not be fully satisfied until he lifted a trophy with the Crown.
  Westwood made the move to Charlotte in January 2023 and has gone on to make 139 appearances across all competitions, scoring nine goals and providing 16 assists.
  He has managed 12 goal contributions (three goals, nine assists) this season, his most since registering 13 in the 2010-11 campaign with Crewe Alexandra, in League Two.
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• Everton Put Up For Sale By Owners

  09-10-2026 09:59 via completesports.com
  Everton owners The Friedkin Group (TFG) are exploring the sale of the club less than two years after taking control. The American group completed a takeover of the club in 2024 in a deal believed to be worth in excess of £400m. According to BBC Sport TFG, in a statement, said after prioritising stability, investment [...]
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• EUROMATCH–NPFL: Abia Warriors Must Beat Rivers United To Close Gap At The Top – Amapakabo

  09-10-2026 09:49 via completesports.com
  
  Abia Warriors head coach Imama Amapakabo says his team must beat Rivers United on Sunday to close the gap at the top of the 2026/2027 Euromatch–NPFL table and make a statement in the title race, Completesports.com reports. The Umuahia-based side will host Rivers United in a Matchday 8 fixture at the Enyimba International Stadium, Aba, [...]
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• ‘I’m Going Back To School’ –Tottenham Star Joins Harvard Business Program

  09-10-2026 09:10 via completesports.com
  Tottenham Hotspur star Xavi Simons has swapped the training ground for the lecture hall, enrolling at Harvard Business School as he continues his recovery from a long-term knee injury. Simons suffered a devastating anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) rupture in his right knee, ruling him out for the remainder of the season and much of the [...]
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