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• EPL: Wissa’s Goal Earns Brentford Point Against Arsenal

  12-04-2025 22:58 via completesports.com
  Arsenal’s chances of closing the gap with runaway leaders, Liverpool have hit another setback after the Gunners were held to a 1-1 draw against Brentford in Saturday’s Premier League game. The Gunners headed into Saturday’s clash on a high after beating Real Madrid 3-0 in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final tie on [...]
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• ‘He Served Nigeria Well’ — Lawal Eulogises Late Christian Chukwu

  12-04-2025 21:47 via completesports.com
  
  Former Super Eagles winger Garba Lawal has paid tribute to the late head coach of the team, Christian Chukwu. Chukwu , a former Super Eagles captain died on Saturday at the age of 74. ”It’s a sad day for Nigerian football, my chairman, my coach has gone to rest. We watched him play for the [...]
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• Howe Ruled Out Of Newcastle vs Man United Due To Illness

  12-04-2025 21:03 via completesports.com
  
  Newcastle manager Eddie Howe has been admitted to hospital and will miss the club’s Premier League fixture with Manchester United on Sunday. The 47-year-old went to hospital late on Friday, having “felt unwell for a number of days”, the club said. A statement said: “Medical staff kept Eddie in hospital overnight for further tests, which [...]
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• Rangers Mourn Chukwu’s Death, Open Condolence Register At Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium

  12-04-2025 19:59 via completesports.com
  Rangers International Football Club have said they deeply mourns the passing of their legendary Captain, Coach and administrator, Chairman Christian Chukwu (MFR). Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, has directed that a condolence register be opened at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu and all Enugu State Liaison Offices across the country, in honor of [...]
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• Devastated Okala Mourns Late Friend And Legend, Christian Chukwu

  12-04-2025 19:26 via completesports.com
  
  Emmanuel Okala, former Nigeria international goalkeeper, says he is “devastated” by the death of Christian Chukwu in the early hours of Saturday, 12 April, 2025, Completesports.com reports. ‘Chairman’ Chukwu captained the then Green Eagles to Nigeria’s first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title in Lagos in 1980, following a 3-0 victory over Algeria in the final [...]
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• Sanusi Mourns Former Super Eagles Coach Chukwu

  12-04-2025 19:10 via completesports.com
  Secretary General of the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, Mohammed Sanusi has expressed deep sorrow following the demise of former Super Eagles head coach Christian Chukwu. Chukwu, who was also a former Super Eagles captain died on Saturday. “We have lost a good and great man. Chukwu was the definition of a strong, dedicated and disciplined [...]
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• La Liga: Uche In Action As Las Palmas Edge Getafe

  12-04-2025 19:09 via completesports.com
  Nigerian international Christantus Uche was in action as Getafe lost 3-1 to Las Palmas in Saturday’s La Liga game. Uche, who was making his 29th appearance for Getafe this ongoing season, has netted three goals and bagged five assists. The host took the lead in the 19th minute through Alderete before Las Palmas leveled parity [...]
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• I’m Just Sad Right Now –Udeze Reacts To Chukwu’s Death

  12-04-2025 19:09 via completesports.com
  Ifeanyi Udeze has expressed sadness following the death of his former Super Eagles head coach and legendary national team captain Christian Chukwu. Chukwu, fondly known as “Chairman”, died earlier on Saturday at the age of 74. Reacting to the news of Chukwu’s death, Udeze told Completesports.com:”I Was at the clinic with my daughter, because she [...]
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• Championship: Tijani Grabs Winner For Plymouth Argyle Vs Sheffield United

  12-04-2025 18:53 via completesports.com
  
  Muhamed Tijani rose from the bench to score the winning goal as Plymouth Argyle recorded a shocking 2-1 victory over Sheffield United. Plymouth Argyle remain bottom of the Sky Bet Championship table despite the earned win. They will however take inspiration from the win as they push to escape relegation. Read Also:Boniface, Tella Feature As [...]
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• Chukwu Didn’t Partake In Unhealthy Conversation In Eagles –Onigbinde Mourns

  12-04-2025 18:49 via completesports.com
  
  Former FIFA and CAF technical instructor, Adegboye Onigbinde has described late Super Eagles defender Christian Chukwu as a dedicated defender during his playing days with the senior national team. Chukwu passed away at the age of 74 on Saturday morning, Onigbinde, who once coached Chukwu with the Green Eagles, told Completesports.com that he’s one of [...]
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• Forest Suffer Defeat Again, Leicester End Losing Streak After Draw With Brighton

  12-04-2025 18:33 via completesports.com
  
  Abdoulaye Doucoure’s last-minute winner for Everton dealt a big blow to Nottingham Forest’s Champions League hopes. Nigeria internationals Ola Aina and Taiwo Awoniyi did not feature due to injuries. Forest already looked like having a disappointing day as they were being held by David Moyes’ side. But it got even worse in the fourth minute [...]
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• Osimhen, Not Isak Will Be Perfect For Arsenal –Cole

  12-04-2025 18:17 via completesports.com
  
  Former Chelsea star Joe Cole has advised Arsenal to sign Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen ahead of Newcastle United striker, Alexander Isak this summer. The Nigerian international who is currently having the best of season with Galatasaray, has been heavily linked to join Arsenal last summer.. However, in a chat with Standard UK, said that [...]
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• Sulemana: Okocha Remains My Ultimate Football Hero

  12-04-2025 18:12 via completesports.com
  
  Ghana winger Kamaldeen Sulemana has chosen former Super Eagles midfielder Austin Okocha as his football hero. The Southampton star stated this in an interview with Showmax, where he said that the 1994 Africa Cup of Nations winner and 1996 Atlanta gold medalist has been his role model. “In the Premier League, position wise I would [...]
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• Boniface, Tella Feature As Leverkusen Drop Points In Title Race After Home Draw

  12-04-2025 18:03 via completesports.com
  Bayer Leverkusen’s hopes of retaining their Bundesliga title suffered a setback after they were held to a 0-0 draw by Union Berlin on Saturday. Nigeria internationals Victor Boniface and Nathan Tella were in action for Leverkusen. Tella was taken off in the 46th minute while Boniface was brought on with 16 minutes left to play. [...]
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• NPFL: Niger Tornadoes in Lagos To Beat Ikorodu City — Hussaini

  12-04-2025 17:02 via completesports.com
  Niger Tornadoes defender Mohammed Hussaini is optimistic the team can get a positive result against Ikorodu City. The Ikon Allah Boys will be up against Nurudeen Aweroro’s side at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos on Sunday. The Oga Boys thrashed Katsina United 6-0 at the ground on Thursday. Read Also:5 Nigerian Strikers Poised For [...]
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• Former Super Eagles Coach Chukwu Dies At 74

  12-04-2025 16:41 via completesports.com
  Former Super Eagles captain and head coach, Christian Chukwu has passed away at the age of 74. Chukwu’s former international teammate, Segun Odegbami announced the sad development on Saturday. “I just received the news that between 9:00 and 10:00 this morning, ‘Chairman’ Christian Chukwu, MFR, my bosom friend and teammate, one of the greatest football [...]
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• Premier League: Manchester City Rally To Thrash Crystal Palace

  12-04-2025 16:12 via completesports.com
  
  Manchester City rallied from two goals down to beat Crystal Palace 5-2 in their Premier League clash at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday. Crystal Palace led 2-0 after 21 minutes through goals from Eberechi Eze and Chris Richards. Kevin de Bruyne reduced the deficit for the hosts from a free kick in the 33rd minute. [...]
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• 5 Nigerian Strikers Poised For Big Transfers This Summer

  12-04-2025 15:25 via completesports.com
  
  The summer transfer window is shaping up to be an exciting one for Nigerian forwards, with several top European clubs on the hunt for prolific goal scorers. Among the players attracting interest are Nigerian strikers who have impressed with stellar performances at their respective clubs this season. In this feature, Completesports.com’s ADEBOYE AMOSU profiles five [...]
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• La Liga Rejects Madrid Request To Move League Fixture Ahead Arsenal Clash

  12-04-2025 15:04 via completesports.com
  
  Real Madrid will be itching to get revenge on Arsenal after their defeat on Tuesday, but before that, they take on Alaves this weekend in their latest La Liga fixture. The match at Mendizorroza takes place at 3.15pm CEST on Sunday, but had Los Blancos got their way, it would have been brought forward. There [...]
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• Luton Town’s Adebayo Undergoes Surgery On ACL Injury

  12-04-2025 10:59 via completesports.com
  Sky Bet Championship club Luton Town have confirmed Elijah Adebayo has undergone successful surgery. Adebayo was forced off in the second half of Luton Town’s 1-1 draw with Leeds United at the Kenilworth Road last Saturday. The 27-year-old s now faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines. Read Also:Not Making Super Eagles Final List For [...]
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• Not Making Super Eagles Final List For Rwanda, Zimbabwe Games Made Me Sad –Onyeka

  12-04-2025 09:05 via completesports.com
  
  Frank Onyeka has revealed that he felt sad after he was dropped from the Super Eagles final 23-man squad for the Group C, 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe. Onyeka was initially included in head coach Eric Chelle’s 39-man provisional squad for last month’s encounters. But when the final list was released [...]
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• Galatasaray Have Quality To Win Every Match — Osimhen

  12-04-2025 08:47 via completesports.com
  
  Victor Osimhen reckoned Galatasaray have the quality to win all their remaining matches in the Turkish Super Lig this season. Okan Buruk’s side moved six points clear of Jose Mourinho’s Fenerbahce at the top of the table following a 2-0 win at Samsunspor on Friday night. Osimhen scored Galatasaray’s second goal of the game one [...]
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• Salah: My Daughter Was Happy I Stayed At Anfield

  12-04-2025 07:59 via completesports.com
  
  Liverpool ace Mohamed Salah has disclosed that his eldest daughter Makka was the happiest of all his children and that he’s extended a deal with the club. Recall that on Friday, the Egyptian international signed a two-year deal with Liverpool, that will see him remain with them till 2027. Speaking with the club’s website, Salah [...]
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• Osimhen Provides Major Update On Future

  12-04-2025 07:52 via completesports.com
  
  Victor Osimhen says he is only concentrated on helping Galatasaray win a third consecutive league title and will make a decision on his future at the end of the season. Osimhen joined the Turkish Super Lig champions on loan from Napoli last September. The Nigeria international is expected to leave Napoli permanently this summer. The [...]
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• EPL: Big Threat –Maresca Speaks Ahead Chelsea Vs Ipswich

  12-04-2025 07:48 via completesports.com
  Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca says the team face an uphill task against Ipswich in Sunday’s Premier League clash. Both teams arrive at Stamford Bridge with differing goals, the Blues are pushing for a Champions League spot, while the Tractor Boys are battling to avoid relegation. Chelsea currently sit fourth with 53 points, while Ipswich find [...]
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• Argentina Qatar 2022 World Cup Winner Implicated In Illegal Betting Scandal

  12-04-2025 07:47 via completesports.com
  
  Angel Di Maria and USA star Weston McKinnie are amongst a group of 12 players who have been implicated in an illegal betting scandal. Juventus’s Weston McKennie and Benfica’s Angel Di Maria are reportedly being investigated by Italian authorities for alleged involvement in illegal online gambling, according to La Repubblica (via talkSPORT). Junior Firpo – [...]
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• NPFL: Adepoju Optimistic Shooting Stars Can Secure Continental Ticket

  12-04-2025 06:57 via completesports.com
  
  Former Shooting Stars midfielder Mutiu Adepoju has backed his former club to pick a continental ticket at the end of the season. The Oluyole Warriors are targeting a strong finish following an impressive campaign. Gbenga Ogunbote’s side have lost once in their last four league outings. Shooting Stars currently occupy fifth position on the log [...]
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• Diary Of One Great Week Of Sports! —Odegbami

  12-04-2025 06:00 via completesports.com
  
  ABUJA Something big and exciting is happening in the city of Abuja. It is hard to tell if it is deliberate, accidental or incidental. Whatever it is, there is an undercurrent of new development in sports. All one needs to need do to confirm this is visit the MKO Abiola National Stadium during this period [...]
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• Spain Head Coach Backs Madrid Comeback Against Arsenal

  12-04-2025 00:37 via completesports.com
  Real Madrid need to pull off a miracle to revive their UEFA Champions League title defence hopes next week. Los Blancos play host to Arsenal on Wednesday night in a crunch quarter final second leg following their brutal 3-0 defeat in London. Mikel Arteta’s side stormed to a dominant first leg lead via two Declan [...]
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• Ibrahim Helps Relegation-Threatened Reims Beat Lens To Return To Winning Ways

  12-04-2025 00:10 via completesports.com
  Nigerian young forward Hafiz Ibrahim was in action for Stade Reims who claimed a 2-0 win away to Lens in the French Ligue 1 on Friday. The 19-year-old made his sixth appearance in the French topflight after coming on in the 46th minute. A brace from Keito Nakamura in the 33rd and 88th minutes, saw [...]
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