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• NPFL: Rivers United Win Away, El-kanemi Warriors Beat Nasarawa In Seven-Goal Thriller

  21-09-2024 20:17 via completesports.com
  Rivers United secured top spot in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) following a 1-0 win at Lobi Stars on Saturday. Kabiru Abdullahi bagged the winning goal for Finidi George’s side 11 minutes from time. Abdullahi’s has now scored three goals for the former NPFL champions this season. Rivers United top the standings with seven […]
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• Osimhen Bags Another Assist In Galatasaray’s 3-1 Win Against Mourinho’s Fenerbahce

  21-09-2024 22:08 via completesports.com
  
  Victor Osimhen bagged another assist as Galatasaray defeated Fenerbahce 3-1 in the Turkish Super Lig on Saturday. Osimhen also provided an assist in his debut game when Galatasaray beat Rizespor 4-0. The Napoli on loan striker provided a world class assist for Dries Mertens by passing the ball to him with his chest, who then […]
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• Scottish League Cup: Dessers Nets Brace As Rangers Thrash Dundee, Cruise Into Semi-finals

  21-09-2024 21:37 via completesports.com
  Cyriel Dessers scored two goals as rangers defeated Dundee United 3-0 to reach the Scottish League Cup semi-finals on Saturday. Leon Balogun was an unused substitute in the game which saw James Tavernier get Rangers’ other goal. Dessers opened the scoring in the 18th minute while Tavernier made it 2-0 five minutes into the second […]
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• EPL: Crystal Palace, Man United End In Stalemate

  21-09-2024 20:44 via completesports.com
  Man United played out a goalless draw against Crystal Palace in Saturday’s Premier League game. Manchester United had the clearest chances of the game, hitting the post twice in the first half, but a great performance from Crystal Palace goalkeeper Henderson kept Erik ten Hag’s side scoreless.   Read Also: NPFL: Rivers United Win Aw […]
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• Championship: Maja Scores Winning Goal As West Brom Floor Plymouth

  21-09-2024 18:46 via completesports.com
  
  Josh Maja was the hero as West Bromwich Albion secured a hard-earned 1-0 victory over Plymouth Argyle at the Hawthorns on Saturday. Maja scored the decisive goal in the 62nd minute to help the Baggies extend their unbeaten run in the Sky Bet Championship. The Nigerian has now scored six league goals for Albion this […]
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• Iwobi Bags Assist, Bassey Features In Fulham’s 3-1 Win Against Newcastle

  21-09-2024 18:34 via completesports.com
  
  Alex Iwobi provided an assist in Fulham’s 3-1 home win against Newcastle United in Saturday’s Premier League game. Iwobi set up former Arsenal forward Emile Smith Rowe to put Fulham 2-0 ahead in the 22nd minute. Also in action alongside Iwobi was Calvin Bassey who also played for 90 minutes. Raul Jimenez opened the scoring […]
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• CAF Confederation Cup: Daga Upbeat Enyimba Will Pick Group Stage Ticket

  21-09-2024 17:57 via completesports.com
  Daniel Daga is confident Enyimba will earn a berth in the group stage of the CAF Confederation Cup. Enyimba held Etoile Filante of Burkina Faso to a 0-0 draw in the first leg of their second preliminary round tie in Bamako last weekend. Yemi Olanrewaju’s side will host Etoile Filante in the second leg at […]
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• My Goal Is To Lead USA To Success In 2026 World Cup –Pochettino

  21-09-2024 17:10 via completesports.com
  Former Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino has reiterated that his major goal is to lead the USA to success at the 2026 World Cup. Recall that the Argentina tactician was appointed USA coach earlier this month. In a chat with Soccer Podcast, Pochettino stated that he can make a positive impact with the quality of players […]
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• Jackson: Winning, Not Scoring Is Important To Me At Chelsea

  21-09-2024 16:42 via completesports.com
  Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson has disclosed that winning games for the club remains his priority over scoring goals. He made this known after grabbing a brace in the team’s 3-0 victory over West Ham in Saturday’s Premier League. In his reactions, Jackson stated that he’s delighted to have scored a brace but that winning is […]
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• Maresca Equals Guardiola’s Premier League Feat

  21-09-2024 16:36 via completesports.com
  
  Enzo Maresca has equaled Pep Guardiola’s Premier League feat after leading Chelsea to a 3-0 win away to West Ham on Saturday. A brace from Nicolas Jackson and a Cole Palmer strike secured the comfortable win for the Blues. According to OptaJoe, Maresca is now the first manager to win each of his first three […]
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• I Would Love To Be A Coach –Xhaka

  21-09-2024 16:34 via completesports.com
  Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Granit Xhaka has expressed his desire to be a coach after he retires from football. Recall that the former Arsenal captain is in his second season at Bayer. And his brother, Taulant Xhaka, said a return to former club FC Basel could be on.   Read Also: Premier League: Chelsea Cruise Past West […]
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• Premier League: Chelsea Cruise Past West Ham In London Derby

  21-09-2024 15:57 via completesports.com
  Nicolas Jackson scored twice to help Chelsea beat West Ham United 3-0 at the London Stadium on Saturday. Enzo Maresca’s side started the game on the front foot and took the lead through Jackson in the fourth minute. The Senegal international capitalised on poor defending by the hosts to drilled a shot past Alphonse Areola. […]
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• Former Italy Star Okays Osimhen’s Move To Galatasaray

  21-09-2024 14:49 via completesports.com
  
  Lorenzo Insigne has backed Victor Osimhen’s loan move to Turkish Super Lig champions Galatasaray. Osimhen linked up with Okan Buruk’s side on a season-long loan deal from Napoli this month. Former Italy international Insigne opined that the powerful striker has the right to make his choice. “I didn’t expect it. Victor is smart, and I […]
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• Uysk Backs Joshua To Beat Dubois

  21-09-2024 11:07 via completesports.com
  Oleksandr Usyk has backed Anthony Joshua to beat Daniel Dubois in their IBF heavyweight world title fight. Joshua and Dubois will clash at the Wembley Stadium on Saturday night. Usyk vacated the IBF belt for Dubois. Read Also:‘He Made The Right Decision’ — Mikel Commends Lookman For Choosing Nigeria Over England The Ukrainian believed Joshua […]
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• Rabiot Credits Taye Taiwo For Marseille Move

  21-09-2024 10:24 via completesports.com
  Marseille new boy Adrien Rabiot has revealed his affection for Taye Taiwo influenced his decision to join the club. Rabiot recently linked up with the former Ligue 1 champions. The France international joined Les Phoceens on a free transfer after severing ties with Serie A giants Juventus. The 29-year-old expressed his deep connection with the […]
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• 7 Nigerian Football Legends Who Placed 2nd Or 3rd In APOTY Race

  21-09-2024 09:06 via completesports.com
  
  Although CAF is yet to unveil the nominees for the 2024 African Player of the Year (APOTY) award, one player tipped to the prestigious accolade is Ademola Lookman. Lookman’s name has been trending on social media in recent weeks, especially in discussions about the African Player of the Year award, thanks to his outstanding performances […]
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• Shearer Predicts Man City Vs Arsenal

  21-09-2024 07:57 via completesports.com
  England legend Alan Shearer has given his prediction ahead of Sunday’s Premier League heavyweight clash between Manchester City and Arsenal. Arsenal face another tough test this weekend as they travel to the Etihad to face title rivals Manchester City. The two sides have gone toe-to-toe over recent seasons for the the Premier League title with […]
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• Essien Defends Jackson Over Angry Response To Mikel’s Criticism

  21-09-2024 07:48 via completesports.com
  
  Former Chelsea midfielder Michael Essien has defended Nicolas Jackson following his public spat with John Mikel Obi. Mikel publicly criticised Jackson following Chelsea’s 2-0 defeat to Manchester City on the opening day of the season. The former Nigeria captain was not happy with Jackson’s failure to convert the chances he created in the game. Read […]
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• EPL: Three Points Or Nothing –Arteta Speaks Ahead Man City Vs Arsenal

  21-09-2024 06:30 via completesports.com
  Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has insisted that the Gunners will be aiming for the three points when they tackle Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday. Arteta made this known in an interview with the club’s website, where he said that Arsenal won’t hesitate to attack the Citizens. “For sure we will prepare to […]
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• Ahmed Musa On A New Mission For Nigerian Football  –Odegbami

  21-09-2024 06:00 via completesports.com
  Ahmed Musa wore the number 7 jersey throughout his career playing for the national team of Nigeria, the Super Eagles. He follows in a long tradition of wingers playing from the right flank of attack that were established goal scorers as well as a menace to opposing defenders. The list of those that played with […]
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• We Don’t Want To Finish Second This Season –Saliba

  21-09-2024 00:23 via completesports.com
  
  William Saliba has said Arsenal’s target in the Premier League this season is not to finish second but be crowned champions. The Gunners will face title rivals Manchester City at the Etihad on Sunday. City are just two points ahead of Arsenal going into this weekend’s clash. “Last season we didn’t lose against them, so […]
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• Iheanacho, Ejuke Feature In Sevilla’s 2-1 Defeat At Alaves

  21-09-2024 00:03 via completesports.com
  
  Kelechi Iheanacho and Chidera Ejuke were in action for Sevilla who lost 2-1 away to Alaves in the La Liga on Friday. Iheanacho and Ejuke started from the bench before coming on in the Friday’s fixture. While Iheanacho came on in the 14th minute Ejuke was introduced in the 66th minute. Carlos Vicente opened the […]
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• Serie A: Napoli Will Be Big Threat Under Conte –Gigli

  20-09-2024 23:16 via completesports.com
  
  Former Juventus president Giovanni Cobolli Gigli believes Napoli will give Juventus and Inter Milan a run for their money in this season’s Serie A title. He said that the arrival of Antonio Conte to Naples has transformed the players winning mentality.   Read Also: AFCON 2025Q: Super Eagles Vs Libya Get Dates Speaking with TribalFootball, Gigli […]
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• I Don’t Regret Joining Barcelona –Gundogan

  20-09-2024 22:45 via completesports.com
  Ilkay Gundogan has said he does not regret joining Barcelona despite spending just one season at the La Liga giants. Gundogan rejoined Manchester City after his contract at Barcelona was terminated by mutual agreement. The former German international signed a one-year deal with City, with an option to extend the contract by 12 months. According […]
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• AFCON 2025Q: Super Eagles Vs Libya Get Dates

  20-09-2024 21:47 via completesports.com
  
  The Super Eagles of Nigeria will host the Mediterranean Knights of Libya in a 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matchday three encounter at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo on Friday, October 11. The two teams will clash in a matchday four encounter at the Tripoli International Stadium four days later. The Super Eagles […]
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• Nhận định trận Super Sunday: Manchester City vs. Arsenal Premier League 2024/2025

  20-09-2024 21:38 via completesports.com
  
  Trận đấu được mong chờ nhất của mùa giải Premier League 2024/2025 sắp diễn ra vào ngày 22/09/2024 khi Manchester City tiếp đón Arsenal tại sân Etihad trong khuôn khổ vòng 6. Đây là cuộc đối đầu giữa hai ứng cử viên hàng đầu cho chức vô địch, hứ
  
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• Arsenal Getting Better Every Season —Guardiola

  20-09-2024 20:14 via completesports.com
  Pep Guardiola has said Arsenal are getting better and better every season describing the London club as Manchester City’s biggest rivals in the past two seasons. City will host Mikel Arteta’s Gunners at the Etihad on Sunday, hoping to go five points clear over their rivals. Although they finished above them, City failed to beat […]
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• Napoli Forced To Allow Osimhen Join Galatasaray On Loan –Manna

  20-09-2024 18:44 via completesports.com
  
  Napoli Sporting Director, Giovanni Manna, has disclosed that the club never wanted Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen to leave for Galatasaray on loan. Recall that the Nigerian international joined the Turkish giant despite being heavily linked with a move to Chelsea this summer.   Read Also: ‘He Made The Right Decision’ — Mikel Commends Lookman For […]
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• ‘He Made The Right Decision’ — Mikel Commends Lookman For Choosing Nigeria Over England

  20-09-2024 18:23 via completesports.com
  Former Super Eagles captain John Mikel Obi says Ademola Lookman made the right decision by choosing to represent Nigeria at the senior level. Lookman played for England at the youth level before later switching international allegiance. The 26-year-old was cleared to play for Nigeria by FIFA in February 2022. Mikel commended the Atalanta winger for […]
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• Hold Ibrahimovic Responsible For AC Milan Poor Start In Serie –Capello

  20-09-2024 18:16 via completesports.com
  Former AC Milan coach Fabio Capello Says Zlatan Ibrahimovic should hold himself responsible for the team’s poor start in Serie A. Capello made this known in an interview with La Gazzetta dello Sport, where he criticised his transfer market this summer. He also feels for coach Paulo Fonseca after an underwhelming beginning with the Rossoneri. […]
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