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• Utaka Backs Mbappe To Win Ballon d’Or

  04-10-2026 07:23 via completesports.com
  
  Former Nigerian international striker John Utaka has thrown his weight behind Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe, naming the French forward as his leading pick to claim the 2026 Ballon d’Or. As the race for football’s most prestigious individual accolade heats up, Utaka in a chat with Euro-Football.Ru, pointed to Mbappe’s world-class quality and decisive impact [...]
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• Euromatch NPFL: Rangers, Enyimba Win At Home; Rivers United Extend Unbeaten Run

  04-10-2026 19:56 via completesports.com
  
  Defending champions Rangers maintained their position at the top of the Nigeria Premier Football League,NPFL, table after securing a comfortable 3-1 victory over Abia Warriors at the Awka City Stadium. Experienced striker Godwin Obaje opened the scoring for Rangers eight minutes before half-time. The champions doubled their advantage four minutes into the second half through [...]
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• Nations League: Catastrophic Night –Modric Left Devastated By England Rout

  04-10-2026 19:42 via completesports.com
  
  AC Milan midfielder Luka Modric has admitted that he felt ashamed for the first time in his illustrious 20-year international career after Croatia suffered a historic 7-0 thrashing at the hands of England in the UEFA Nations League. Playing in Rijeka, the Vatreni endured the heaviest defeat in their modern footballing history since gaining independence [...]
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• Arsenal Leading Race To Sign 2026 World Cup Star In January Transfer Window

  04-10-2026 18:38 via completesports.com
  
  Reigning Premier League champions Arsenal are leading the race to sign RB Leipzig winger Antonio Nusa in the January window. The Gunners are said to be preparing an opening offer of around €40m for the 21-year-old Norway international, ahead of North London rivals Tottenham Hotspur. According to Fussball News and TeamTalk, Arsenal and Spurs are [...]
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• Haaland Takes Legal Action Against Norwegian Air Over Alleged World Cup Advert

  04-10-2026 18:14 via completesports.com
  
  Manchester City star Erling Haaland has taken legal action against Norwegian Air Shuttle, filing a formal lawsuit over an alleged social media advertisement published during the FIFA World Cup. The dispute centers on a promotional post where the airline digitally edited an aircraft to feature blonde hair tied into a trademark ponytail, accompanied by the [...]
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• Adams: Super Eagles Will Overcome Guinea-Bissau Setback

  04-10-2026 18:13 via completesports.com
  
  Super Eagles forward Akor Adams believes Nigeria can quickly recover from their disappointing 3-0 defeat to Guinea-Bissau in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Nigeria were comfortably beaten by the Djurtus in their Matchday 2 encounter at the September 24 Stadium in Bissau on Tuesday, following a narrow 2-1 victory over Madagascar in their [...]
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• Pickford Welcomes Competition From Trafford For England’s No. 1 Jersey

  04-10-2026 17:56 via completesports.com
  
  Everton and long-standing England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford has embraced the growing rivalry with James Trafford, insisting that fresh competition can only bring out the best in him. Pickford, who has held the undisputed No. 1 spot for nearly a decade, recently watched from the sidelines as manager Thomas Tuchel handed starts to the in-form Leeds [...]
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• ‘If there were five Monumentals, they would be full’ – Scaloni braced for emotional Messi farewell

  04-10-2026 17:33 via soccernews.com
  Lionel Scaloni feels Argentina's supporters could fill the Estadio Monumental five times over for Lionel Messi's farewell outing, which he is sure will be an emotional occasion.
  The World Cup runners-up trounced Burkina Faso 7-0 on Saturday, following up their 4-0 win over Bolivia to remain perfect during this international break.
  Argentina's next match will be their most eagerly anticipated of all, as Messi returns to the fold for one final time, for a farewell match against Benin on Tuesday.
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• Jeremy Jacquet: The Liverpool Signing That Could Define the Next Decade

  04-10-2026 16:37 via soccernews.com
  The best recruitment departments do not simply identify good players. They identify future great players before everybody else does. That is why Liverpool’s pursuit of Jeremy Jacquet was so significant.Long before the French defender began attracting widespread attention, Liverpool’s scouting network had already flagged him as a player with rare potential. The club’s recruitment team closely monitored his development, tracking not only his physical attributes and technical abil
  
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• Friendly: Chelle Hands Ajasa Late Invitation For Super Eagles’ Clash With Russia

  04-10-2026 15:40 via completesports.com
  
  Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has handed a late invitation to Rostov midfielder Ibraheem Mahfus Ajasa for the team’s international friendly against Russia. Ajasa was called up to replace Bright Osayi-Samuel, who is one of three players to have withdrawn from the squad. Captain Wilfred Ndidi and Akpe Victory have also pulled out of [...]
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• Kane says England ‘sent a message’ with thumping win over Croatia

  04-10-2026 15:32 via soccernews.com
  Harry Kane said England had sent out a resounding message to the rest of Europe by routing Croatia 7-0 on Saturday, also acknowledging the Three Lions need to adopt the same mentality at future tournaments. 
  Kane scored twice as the Three Lions ran riot in Rijeka, making it back-to-back Nations League victories following their opening 3-2 defeat to Spain.
  Thomas Tuchel's side were utterly dominant as they put up an expected goals (xG) figure of 6.43 – the largest ever recorded in any
  
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• Man United Legend Linked With Ghana’s Coaching Job

  04-10-2026 15:17 via completesports.com
  
  Manchester United legendary striker and former Trinidad and Tobago international Dwight Yorke is interested in coaching Ghana Black Stars. The 54-year-old Trinidad and Tobago legend boasts an impressive football résumé, having won the UEFA Champions League, three Premier League titles and the FA Cup during his illustrious spell at Manchester United. “If they [Ghana] want [...]
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• Modric ‘ashamed’ of Croatia’s heaviest-ever loss to England

  04-10-2026 14:33 via soccernews.com
  Luka Modric said Croatia's historic 7-0 defeat to England in the Nations League represented the first time he had felt "ashamed" in his illustrious international career.
  Croatia slumped to the heaviest loss in their history on Saturday, in front of a crowd mostly made up of schoolchildren in Rijeka, due to UEFA-enforced restrictions on the home side.
  Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham, Anthony Gordon and Bukayo Saka all scored before half-time, marking the first time England had seen four different pla
  
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• Euromatch NPFL: Kolimba Vows Tornadoes Will Down Kun Khalifat In Minna

  04-10-2026 13:34 via completesports.com
  
  Niger Tornadoes goalkeeper Alladoum Kolimba has challenged his teammates to fight for maximum points when they face Kun Khalifat FC in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, on Sunday. The Ikon Allah Boys are currently without a win in their last five league matches and will be looking to end the barren run with victory [...]
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• Yamal ‘on his way to being a legendary player’, says Spain boss De la Fuente

  04-10-2026 13:33 via soccernews.com
  Lamine Yamal is already on the path to becoming a legend of the game and "never ceases to amaze", Luis de la Fuente declared after Spain's win over Czechia on Saturday.
  La Roja remain top of Nations League Group A3 with maximum points after three games, having held off a second-half fightback from Czechia to win 3-1 in Oviedo.
  First-half goals from Barcelona duo Yamal and Rodri put Spain in a commanding position, though Czechia later had them on the ropes following Jiri Slama's goal, only for La
  
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• Tuchel: England harnessed the pain of World Cup exit in Croatia rout

  04-10-2026 11:32 via soccernews.com
  Thomas Tuchel felt England's players harnessed the pain of their World Cup failure in a positive way against Croatia, after they trounced their old rivals 7-0 in the Nations League.
  Less than four months on from the Three Lions' semi-final collapse against Argentina, when Tuchel was fiercely criticised for reining in his attacking players, his team showed a completely different side in Rijeka.
  Harry Kane, Anthony Gordon, Jude Bellingham and Bukayo Saka all scored in the first half to put the res
  
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• Brighton ‘don’t fear’ player or manager exits, insists CEO Barber

  04-10-2026 11:32 via soccernews.com
  Brighton chief executive Paul Barber insists the club "don't fear" losing players or coaches, as they have succession plans in place.
  The Seagulls are flying high under Fabian Hurzeler this season, sitting third in the Premier League after five games.
  They thrashed reigning champions Arsenal 3-0 before the international break, while they also reached the last 16 of the EFL Cup with a thrilling comeback win over Manchester United.
  Brighton are the highest scorers in the Premier League t
  
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• Euromatch NPFL: Sporting Lagos Coach Buter Summoned Over Referee Remarks

  04-10-2026 11:24 via completesports.com
  
  Sporting Lagos head coach Jeffrey Buter has been summoned by the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) over comments he made following his side’s home clash against Barau FC. Sporting Lagos were held to a 1-1 draw by Barau FC in the keenly contested matchday six encounter at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos last month. [...]
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• Newcastle open to Joe Willock sale in January

  04-10-2026 11:10 via soccernews.com
  According to Football Insider, Newcastle are increasingly open to selling Joe Willock during the January transfer window with the midfielder in the final year of his contract.Newcastle have yet to open discussions over a new deal with the 27-year-old, raising doubts about his long-term future at St James’ Park. As a result, club officials are reportedly viewing the January window as their final realistic opportunity to secure a transfer fee before Willock potentially leaves as a free agent
  
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• FRIENDLY: Russia Send Strong Super Eagles Warning With 6-0 Hammering Of Namibia

  04-10-2026 10:06 via completesports.com
  
  Russia have sent a warning to Nigeria’s Super Eagles ahead of Tuesday’s international friendly after thrashing Namibia 6-0 on Saturday. The Russians ran riot at the Ekaterinburg Arena, scoring five second-half goals to dismantle the Brave Warriors in their encounter game before facing the Super Eagles. Lechi Sadulaev opened scoring in the 37th minute, before [...]
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• Ronaldo Likes Controversial Instagram Post Slamming Portugal Teammates

  04-10-2026 09:16 via completesports.com
  
  Cristiano Ronaldo has liked former Brazil international Felipe Melo’s controversial Instagram post slamming his Portugal team-mates amid his fallout with boss Jorge Jesus. The Manchester United legend, 41, walked out on Portugal’s camp this week and his future with the national team is uncertain. The Al-Nassr veteran was irked after being an unused sub during [...]
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• FRIENDLY: Argentina Thrash Burkina Faso 7-0 In Biggest-Ever Win Over African Opposition

  04-10-2026 08:34 via completesports.com
  
  Argentina routed Burkina Faso 7-0 on Saturday in an international friendly in Buenos Aires, extending its strong start to the post-World Cup period. Lautaro Martínez, Gianluca Prestianni, Nico Paz, Julián Álvarez, Franco Mastantuono, Giuliano Simeone and an own goal by Moumoune Diallo scored for Argentina at the Monumental, which was about half full. According to [...]
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• Fernandes: Ronaldo Remains Portugal’s Ultimate Icon

  04-10-2026 08:28 via completesports.com
  
  Portugal midfielder Bruno Fernandes has stepped forward to defend Cristiano Ronaldo, insisting the veteran forward remains the country’s greatest-ever footballing icon despite the storm surrounding his abrupt exit from the national team camp. The controversy erupted after Ronaldo reportedly walked out on the squad upon learning he would be left out of the starting lineup [...]
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• EUROMATCH NPFL: Rangers To Provide Free Buses For Fans Ahead Of Abia Warriors Derby

  04-10-2026 08:18 via completesports.com
  
  Enugu Rangers will provide free bus transportation for their fans ahead of Sunday’s Oriental Derby against Abia Warriors. The EUROMATCH NPFL, week 7 fixture will take place at the Awka City Stadium, Rangers’ adopted home ground. Management announced on Saturday that free buses have been provided to convey all Rangers faithful to Awka to ensure [...]
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• Euromatch NPFL: Fans Set For Exciting Friday Night Football

  04-10-2026 07:40 via completesports.com
  
  The Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, is set to introduce a new matchday schedule featuring Friday night, early Saturday and Sunday kick-offs as part of efforts to enhance the league’s appeal and deliver a more exciting experience for football fans. The new arrangement will begin with the Matchday 9 encounter between Shooting Stars and Ranchers [...]
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• Euromatch NPFL: “We’re Content With The Point” –Sporting Lagos Coach Reacts After Holding Kano Pillars

  04-10-2026 07:04 via completesports.com
  
  Sporting Lagos head coach Jeffrey Buter has admitted his side left points on the table, but insists he remains satisfied with a hard-earned draw after holding Kano Pillars in a tense encounter in the Nigeria Professional Football League. The match saw both sides trade blows before settling for a 1-1 stalemate. While Sporting Lagos created [...]
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• Lagos To Host CAF Awards December 7

  04-10-2026 07:00 via completesports.com
  
  The Confederation of African Football, CAF, has confirmed that the 2026 CAF Awards will be held in Lagos, Nigeria, on Monday, 7 December. The ceremony is scheduled to take place at the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts, formerly known as the National Theatre, in Iganmu, Lagos. The 2026 edition will mark the [...]
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• Ronaldo-Jesus row cannot divide Portugal, says Fernandes

  04-10-2026 01:32 via soccernews.com
  Bruno Fernandes says Portugal's players, staff and fans cannot allow the row between Cristiano Ronaldo and Jorge Jesus to divide them.
  Earlier this week, Ronaldo abruptly left Portugal's camp amid reports that he was disgruntled with Jesus making him an unused substitute during a 2-1 Nations League win in Norway, saying he would tell his side of the story in due course.
  Jesus has refused to go into detail about his disagreement with Ronaldo, only saying that he would never allow any player to di
  
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• ‘It means everything’ – Robertson marks 100th Scotland cap with victory

  04-10-2026 00:33 via soccernews.com
  Andy Robertson was proud to mark his 100th Scotland appearance with a victory, as Saturday's 2-0 win over North Macedonia got the Sebastien Pocognoli era up and running.
  Following a goalless draw with Slovenia and a chastening 3-0 loss at home to Switzerland, Scotland finally got their first victory in the 2026-27 Nations League, with Kieron Bowie and John McGinn on target in Skopje.
  Bowie's first international goal was a brilliant effort in the seventh minute, as he spun Mario Mladenovski then
  
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• ‘He Argued With Everyone’ –Fred Delivers Scorching Critique Of Former Man Utd Boss

  03-10-2026 22:40 via completesports.com
  
  Former Manchester United midfielder Fred has launched a blistering assessment of his time under Erik ten Hag, branding the Dutch manager difficult to work with and revealing a culture of constant friction within the Old Trafford dressing room. The Brazilian midfielder, who spent the 2022-23 season under Ten Hag before departing for Turkish side Fenerbahçe [...]
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