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I Have No Plans To Kill Joshua -Ruiz Jr

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Andy Ruiz Jr has stated that he has no plans of killing Anthony Joshua during their rematch in December. This is coming after fellow heavyweight champion, Deontay Wilder told SunSport how he fears his (Ruiz) brutal punching power could one day kill a man. Four boxers have tragically died this year as a result of […] The post I Have No Plans To Kill Joshua -Ruiz Jr appeared first on Complete Sports .

SWAN Petitions Federal Govt. To Support NPFL Development

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The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN)- the umbrella body of sports journalist in the country, has strongly petitioned the Federal Government to make a bold bailout for the Nigeria Professional Football League, NPFL, and make it commercially viable and attractive all-round as obtainable in big leagues overseas. Professional football league started in Nigeria in […] The post SWAN Petitions Federal Govt. To Support NPFL Development appeared first on Complete Sports .

Success To Make Watford Return Against Chelsea

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Watford head coach Quique Sanchez Florez has disclosed that Isaac Success and possibly Étienne Capoue, who is “not 100 per cent”, could be in contention to face Chelsea in their Premier League clash at the Vicarage Road on Saturday. Sánchez Flores drew both games against Chelsea in his first spell. The possible return of Success […] The post Success To Make Watford Return Against Chelsea appeared first on Complete Sports .

Messi Should Move To Madrid To Prove He Is Better Than Ronaldo -Gatti

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Argentine legend, Hugo Gatti has urged Lionel Messi to quit Barcelona and join rivals, Real Madrid to prove he is better than Ronaldo. With the comparison between Messi and Ronaldo raging on for years, the 75-year-old claimed Messi should join Real Madrid if he is truly the greatest footballer of all time. Messi has continued […] The post Messi Should Move To Madrid To Prove He Is Better Than Ronaldo -Gatti appeared first on Complete Sports .

Sterling, Mane Named On The Football Black List

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Raheem Sterling’s has been named on the Football Black List for 2019 for his stance on addressing racism in football. Sterling is included on the ‘Cyrille Regis Players’ list named after the late former England international Cyrille Regis, for his work on cutting racism in football and how he used his profile and platform to […] The post Sterling, Mane Named On The Football Black List appeared first on Complete Sports .

Amapakabo Names Okechukwu, Nwakali, Awoniyi, Dele-Bashiru 19 Others In Final Squad For U-23 AFCON 2019

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Olympic Eagles head coach Imama Amapakabo has named Kelechi Nwakali, Azubuike Okechukwu, Taiwo Awoniyi and Tom Dele-Bashiru in his final 23-man squad for the 2019 U-23 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt, reports Completesports.com. Amapakabo also named former FlyingEagles defender Valentine Ozornwafor, Austria-based winger Sunday Faleye; NPFL goal king, Ibrahim Sunusi and Orji Okonkwo in […] The post Amapakabo Names Okechukwu, Nwakali, Awoniyi, Dele-Bashiru 19 Others In Final Squad For U-23 AFCON 2019 appeared first on Complete Sports .

Lille Manager Galtier: Osimhen Fit For Marseille Clash

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Lille manager Christophe Galtier has disclosed that Nigeria forward Victor Osimhen has recovered from his abductor injury and is fit for Saturday’s Ligue 1 away clash against Olympique Marseille at the Orange Velodrome, Completesports.com reports. Osimhen sustained the injury in Lille’s 3-0 home win against Girondins Bordeaux last weekend. The 20-year-old was replaced by former […] The post Lille Manager Galtier: Osimhen Fit For Marseille Clash appeared first on Complete Sports .

Rohr Unhappy With Tight Schedule of Super Eagles Vs Benin, Lesotho

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Super Eagles head coach Gernot Rohr is not happy with the tight scheduling of his side’s 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double header against Benin and Lesotho. The Super Eagles open their Group L campaign against West African neighbours Benin Republic at home on 13 November before travelling to face Lesotho four days later. […] The post Rohr Unhappy With Tight Schedule of Super Eagles Vs Benin, Lesotho appeared first on Complete Sports .

Transfer News: Barca And Man City Keen To Sign Bentancur

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Spanish giants, Barcelona and English champions, Manchester City have reportedly indicated interest in Juve midfielder, Rodrigo Bentancur. According to Corriere dello Sport, Barca and City are willing to have the player’s signature after falling out of Maurizio Sarri’s first-team choice, making only three starts this season. The Uruguay international turned 22 back in June and […] The post Transfer News: Barca And Man City Keen To Sign Bentancur appeared first on Complete Sports .

Garba: I Will Make Golden Eaglets’ Defence More Formidable

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Nigeria U17s handler, Manu Garba, has exclusively told Completesports.com he’s not pleased with the porosity of his team’s defence at the ongoing FIFA U-17 World Cup in Brazil, and is looking to fix it. The five-time World Champions, the Golden Eaglets, have conceded four goals in two Group B games, which has raised concerns amongst […] The post Garba: I Will Make Golden Eaglets’ Defence More Formidable appeared first on Complete Sports .

Fans Accuse Ronaldo Of Diving Against Genoa

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Cristiano Ronaldo was on hand to help Juventus triumph over Genoa after scoring a stoppage-time goal from the spot. However, Ronaldo has been accused of “blatant” and “disgraceful” diving to secure the penalty for Juventus after Genoa had two of their players sent off. The Portugal star, 34, went down when Antonio Sanabria tried to […] The post Fans Accuse Ronaldo Of Diving Against Genoa appeared first on Complete Sports .

Okereke Targets More Goals For Club Brugge After Enduring Barren spell

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Nigeria forward David Okereke is determined to keep pushing hard in order to regain top form for Belgian club, Club Brugge after scoring for the second consecutive game in Wednesday night 2-0 away win against Zulte Waregem, reports Completesports.com. Okereke netted the opening goal for Club Brugge at the Regenboogstadion, Waregem with Senegalese forward Mbaye […] The post Okereke Targets More Goals For Club Brugge After Enduring Barren spell appeared first on Complete Sports .

Enyeama: I Frustrated Hazard During Our Time At Lille

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Former Super Eagles captain Vincent Enyeama has revealed that he frustrated Eden Hazard during their time together at French Ligue 1 club, Lille. Enyeama, who enjoyed a glittering career with Lille following his arrival from Hapoel Tel Aviv in June 2011 made 164 appearances for the club. “I have always had good relationships with my […] The post Enyeama: I Frustrated Hazard During Our Time At Lille appeared first on Complete Sports .

Eagles Roundup: Simon Scores Hat-Trick In Nante’s Cup Win Vs Paris FC, Aribo Bags Assist For Rangers

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Super Eagles winger Moses Simon was on target thrice as Nantes demolished Paris FC 8-0 in Wednesday’s French League Cup fixture. Going into the encounter, Simon had fired blanks as the Canaries bowed 1-0 to Monaco in Friday’s Ligue 1 game. However, against the Ligue 2 outfit, the Nigeria international was in sparkling form as […] The post Eagles Roundup: Simon Scores Hat-Trick In Nante’s Cup Win Vs Paris FC, Aribo Bags Assist For Rangers appeared first on Complete Sports .

Rivaldo: PSG Is A Great Club But Not For Neymar

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Brazil icon Rivaldo has said that Neymar must leave Paris Saint-Germain if he is to fulfil his potential. The former Barca forward looked set to leave the French capital in the summer in favour of a return to his former team, but things did not turn out as planned so he remained in PSG. His […] The post Rivaldo: PSG Is A Great Club But Not For Neymar appeared first on Complete Sports .

Rohr Recalls Musa, Akpeyi For Super Eagles Vs Benin, Lesotho

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Super Eagles head coach Gernot Rohr has recalled the trio of Ahmed Musa, Daniel Akpeyi and Mikel Agu for the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double header against Benin and Lesotho, reports Completesports.com. Musa, who is the captain of the team has not make an appearance for the Super Eagles since their third place […] The post Rohr Recalls Musa, Akpeyi For Super Eagles Vs Benin, Lesotho appeared first on Complete Sports .

Davies: Iheanacho Will Get Leicester City Chance

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Leicester City assistant manager Curtis Davies has heaped plaudits on Kelechi Iheanacho after the forward bagged a goal in Tuesday night Carabao Cup fourth-round win against Burton Albion, reports Completesports.com. Iheanacho was handed a rare start in the Foxes 3-1 win against their hosts at the Pirelli Stadium and he marked it with a goal, […] The post Davies: Iheanacho Will Get Leicester City Chance appeared first on Complete Sports .

Enyimba Hit Out At Critics Over Supporters ‘Abandonment’ Reports

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The hierarchy of Enyimba, a Nigeria Professional Football League side, has reacted over media report that the two-time African champions ‘have finally been abandoned by their fans’, Completesports.com reports. The People’s Elephant claimed they enjoy a lasting ‘bond of unity and support’ from their fans and poured cold water on the report which claimed that […] The post Enyimba Hit Out At Critics Over Supporters ‘Abandonment’ Reports appeared first on Complete Sports .

Silva Hails Iwobi’s Impact In Everton Carabao Cup Win Vs Watford

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  Everton manager Marco Silva has hailed the contribution of Alex Iwobi in the side’s 2-0 win against Watford in their Carabao Cup fourth- round tie at the Goodison Park on Tuesday, reports Completesports.com. Iwobi put up an impressive performance in the encounter and saw an effort slam the bar . Mason Holgate’s first goal […] The post Silva Hails Iwobi’s Impact In Everton Carabao Cup Win Vs Watford appeared first on Complete Sports .

Globe Soccer Awards: Allegri, Klopp Nominated; Guardiola Misses Out

Former Juve manager, Massimiliano Allegri has been nominated for Coach of the Year award at the Globe Soccer Awards. He was shortlisted alongside, Jurgen Klopp of Liverpool, Erik ten Hag of Ajax. Surprisingly, the former Bianconeri boss was one of the five shortlisted for the award, but not Premier League winner Pep Guardiola after another […] The post Globe Soccer Awards: Allegri, Klopp Nominated; Guardiola Misses Out appeared first on Complete Sports .

ASQ (UK) Set For Football Agents Development Training In Nigeria

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Uk-based company, ASQ Training and Development, has launched a mobile App for a ‘Level 3 certificate in football intermediary’ qualification to train and support budding football agents and players. ASQ Group Managing Director, Samson Adeosun and Executive Director, Adedayo Adeniyi in company of internationally renowned football intermediaries and players’ representatives, John Viola and Phillip McTaggart, […] The post ASQ (UK) Set For Football Agents Development Training In Nigeria appeared first on Complete Sports .

EPL Returns To NTA As Integral Secures EPL Rights From Infront

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Nigerian sports marketing company secures Free-To-Air media rights sub-license from Infront for three seasons Nigeria’s leading sports marketing Company, Integral Sponsorship and Experiential Marketing Limited has secured the media rights to broadcast a Live English Premier League match per week on Free-To-Air television over the course of the 2019/2022 rights cycle. The Sub-license deal from […] The post EPL Returns To NTA As Integral Secures EPL Rights From Infront appeared first on Complete Sports .

Buhari: Golden Eaglets’ Victory Against Ecuador A Lesson In Resilience

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President Muhammadu Buhari has applauded the performance of the Golden Eaglets in Tuesday night 3-2 win against Ecuador at the 2019 FIFA World Cup in Brazil, reports Completesports.com. Presidential Media Adviser, Femi Adesina, quoted the President as saying, “The fact that the youngsters never gave up, and turned the table against their opponents, is a […] The post Buhari: Golden Eaglets’ Victory Against Ecuador A Lesson In Resilience appeared first on Complete Sports .

U-17 W/Cup: FIFA Congratulates Nigeria, Brazil, Angola For Picking Round Of 16 Tickets

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FIFA has congratulated hosts Brazil, Nigeria and Angola after the three countries booked their spot in the second round at the FIFA U-17 World Cup, reports Completesports.com. The Golden Eaglets scored two late goals to secure a hard fought 3-2 win against Ecuador in their second Group B game at the Estadio Olimpico, Giaonia on […] The post U-17 W/Cup: FIFA Congratulates Nigeria, Brazil, Angola For Picking Round Of 16 Tickets appeared first on Complete Sports .

ICPC To Quiz AFN Technical Director Adeleye Over 2017 CAA Athletics Grand Prix/Warri Relay

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The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) is set to quiz the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) Technical Director, Sunday Adeleye over his role in the 2017 CAA Athletics Grand Prix/Warri Relay, Completesports.com reports In a letter exclusive to Complete Sports and addressed to the AFN president, the ICPC is “investigating a […] The post ICPC To Quiz AFN Technical Director Adeleye Over 2017 CAA Athletics Grand Prix/Warri Relay appeared first on Complete Sports .

Carabao Cup: Iheanacho Scores In Leicester Win Vs Burton; Iwobi Helps Everton Down Watford

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Kelechi Iheanacho scored on his first start of the season for Leicester City who defeated Burton Albion 3-1 in their Carabao Cup Fourth Round clash at the Pirelli Stadium on Tuesday night, reports Completesports.com. Iheanacho opened scoring for Leicester City in the seventh minute after he was set up by Youri Tielemans. The 23-year-old, who […] The post Carabao Cup: Iheanacho Scores In Leicester Win Vs Burton; Iwobi Helps Everton Down Watford appeared first on Complete Sports .

Said’s Hat-Trick Floor Ecuador As Eaglets Claim Brazil 2019 2nd Round Spot

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Ibrahim Said’s hat-trick ensured the Golden Eaglets sailed into the Round of 16 at the 2019 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Brazil with a hard-fought 3-2 win against Ecuador in their Group B clash on Monday night at the Estadio Olimpico , Giaonia, reports Completesports.com. Said confounded Ecuador with a lethal form, netting all three […] The post Said’s Hat-Trick Floor Ecuador As Eaglets Claim Brazil 2019 2nd Round Spot appeared first on Complete Sports .

Live Blogging: Nigeria Vs Ecuador (2019 FIFA U17 World Cup)

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Welcome to Completesports.com’s live blogging of the 2019 FIFA U-17 World Cup Group B clash between Nigeria and Ecuador Stay tuned here for the live updates of the proceedings as they unfold at the Estadio Olimpico, Goiania   The post Live Blogging: Nigeria Vs Ecuador (2019 FIFA U17 World Cup) appeared first on Complete Sports .

I’d Only Play Important Games -Ronaldo

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Juve forward, Cristiano Ronaldo has admitted that he is not getting any younger and would only take part in ‘important games’, like Champions League and Portugal matches if the choice were his to make. The Portuguese star who’s renowned to be one of the world’s greatest goalscorer thinks it’s these games that set stars apart […] The post I’d Only Play Important Games -Ronaldo appeared first on Complete Sports .

Ndidi Playing A Staring Role In Leicester Premier League Success

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Leicester City won the Premier League during the 2015/16 season and many saw that as one of the Premier League’s biggest ever shocks. They failed to live up to that title success in the couple of years after, but since bringing manager Brendan Rodgers to the club things have changed. This season, Leicester have been […] The post Ndidi Playing A Staring Role In Leicester Premier League Success appeared first on Complete Sports .

Zidane Dismisses Fresh Bale Exit Rumours

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Zinedine Zidane has insisted Gareth Bale is happy at Real Madrid and had the club’s permission to visit London on Monday. Wales international Bale travelled to the English capital two days before his club’s La Liga game against Leganes, which he will miss through injury. The former Tottenham winger reportedly used the trip to meet […] The post Zidane Dismisses Fresh Bale Exit Rumours appeared first on Complete Sports .

Rangers Coach, Ugwu: We Didn’t Deserve Defeat To Kara In Lome

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Enugu Rangers coach, Ben Ugwu, has expressed frustration over the Flying Antelopes’ 2-1 defeat to ASC Kara of Togo at the Kegue Stadium, Lome, on Sunday, Completesports.com reports. The 26-man Enugu Rangers contingent arrived Enugu from Lome Tuesday afternoon, with Ugwu ruing the outcome. It was the first leg match Second Preliminary Round of the […] The post Rangers Coach, Ugwu: We Didn’t Deserve Defeat To Kara In Lome appeared first on Complete Sports .

Eaglets Winger, Jabaar: We’re In Top Spirit, Ready To Beat Ecuador

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Golden Eaglets winger, Ibraheem Jabaar, has exclusively spoken to Completesports.com from the team’s camp in Brazil, assuring that they are in top spirit and ready to to beat Ecuador in tonight’s matchday-two Group B game at the ongoing 2019 FIFA U-17 World Cup. Ecuador are second in Group B behind Nigeria on goal difference following […] The post Eaglets Winger, Jabaar: We’re In Top Spirit, Ready To Beat Ecuador appeared first on Complete Sports .

Bale Set To Join Shanghai Shenhua

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According to Marca, Gareth Bale is set to join Chinese Super League after Shanghai Shenhua after reignited their interest in the Welsh forward after his continued rift with Madrid boss, Zidane. Shenhua came close to signing Bale in July when they offered him a deal worth 25 million euros after tax per year. Shortly before […] The post Bale Set To Join Shanghai Shenhua appeared first on Complete Sports .

Bayern Munich Track Osimhen, Want Lille Forward As Replacement For Lewandowski

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  German champions Bayern Munich are scouting Lille striker Victor Osimhem, according to reports in France, Completesports.com reports Osimhen, who joined Lille from Sporting Chaleroi this summer , has hit the ground running in France. Since joining the French outfit this year, the 20-year-old has scored eight goals and assisted for two in all competitions, […] The post Bayern Munich Track Osimhen, Want Lille Forward As Replacement For Lewandowski appeared first on Complete Sports .

Niger Tornadoes Hold Olympic Eagles in Pre-U23 AFCON Friendly

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Nigeria’s U23s, the Olympic Eagles, were held to a 0-0 draw by Nigeria National League (NNL) club, Niger Tornadoes in a friendly game at the FIFA Goal Project training pitch, Abuja, on Tuesday morning, reports Completesports.com. Huesca of Spain midfielder Kelechi Nwakali captained the Olympic Eagles in the game, while Tom Dele-Bashiru and Orji Okonkwo […] The post Niger Tornadoes Hold Olympic Eagles in Pre-U23 AFCON Friendly appeared first on Complete Sports .

Milner: VAR ‘Ruining Football Atmosphere’, Decisions Still Debatable

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Liverpool midfielder James Milner believes Video Assistant Referee is ruining the atmosphere at football venues and claims many footballers like him do not favour the use of the technology. VAR which has been introduced for the first time this season in the English Premier League has been a subject of controversy and debate since the […] The post Milner: VAR ‘Ruining Football Atmosphere’, Decisions Still Debatable appeared first on Complete Sports .

Hazard Reveals He Concluded On Joining Madrid After Russia 2018

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Eden Hazard has revealed that he had already made up his mind to leave Chelsea one year before leaving for Santiago Bernabeu. After helping the Blues secure a third-place position on the Premier League Table and the Europa League trophy in May, Chelsea had already prepared themselves to lose Hazard this past summer, with Real […] The post Hazard Reveals He Concluded On Joining Madrid After Russia 2018 appeared first on Complete Sports .

Tijani: President Buhari’s Morale -Lifting Message Will Spur Eaglets To Beat Ecuador

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Golden Eaglets captain Samson Tijani says the team’s morale has been further boosted by President Muhammadu Buhari’s congratulatory message after last Saturday’s 4-2 win against Hungary, reports Completesports.com. The five-time world champions maintained their enviable record of avoiding defeat in their first game in the history of FIFA U-17 World Cup by rallying back twice […] The post Tijani: President Buhari’s Morale -Lifting Message Will Spur Eaglets To Beat Ecuador appeared first on Complete Sports .

NFF Writes CAF, Wants Eagles Vs Benin Shifted To Nov. 14 At 5pm

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Nigeria Football Federation has written CAF demanding that the AFCON 2021 qualifier between Nigeria’s Super Eagles and the Squirrels of Benin Republic scheduled for November 13 in Uyo be played on Thursday November 14. Completesports.com reports that the NFF is also requesting that CAF also approve 5pm kickoff instead of the 8 pm earlier fixed […] The post NFF Writes CAF, Wants Eagles Vs Benin Shifted To Nov. 14 At 5pm appeared first on Complete Sports .

FIFA U-17 W/Cup: Golden Eaglets Battle Ecuador For Second Round Spot

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  Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets will look to book a spot in the Round of 16 when they take on Ecuador today (Tuesday) in their second Group B game at the 2019 FIFA U-17 World Cup, reports Completesports.com. Manu Garba’s boys defeated Hungary 4-2 in their first game in the competition last Saturday at the Estadio […] The post FIFA U-17 W/Cup: Golden Eaglets Battle Ecuador For Second Round Spot appeared first on Complete Sports .

Arsenal Fans Want ‘Excellent ‘ Ndidi At Emirates

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  Arsenal fans have called for the signing of Leicester City midfielder Wilfred Ndidi following Granit Xhaka’s performance in last Sunday’s controversial 2-2 home draw against Crystal Palace. Ndidi has been one of the stars of the season so far, becoming an underrated star in Brendan Rodgers’ successful Foxes team. Xhaka left Arsenal fans furious […] The post Arsenal Fans Want ‘Excellent ‘ Ndidi At Emirates appeared first on Complete Sports .

Championship: Eze Bags Assist In QPR’s Home Defeat To Brentford

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Ebere Eze bagged an assist but failed to rescue Queens Park Rangers from going down to a 3-1 home defeat to Brentford in their Sky Bet Championship clash at the Kiyan Prince Foundation Stadium, London on Monday night, reports Completesports.com. Eze set up Grant Hall’s equalising goal for QPR three minutes after the break. The […] The post Championship: Eze Bags Assist In QPR’s Home Defeat To Brentford appeared first on Complete Sports .

Golden Eaglets Midfielder, Ojediran: We Will Fight For Victory Against Ecuador

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Golden Eaglets midfielder Hamzat Ojediran says the team will go all out for a win in their Tuesday’s second Group B game against Ecuador at the 2019 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Brazil, Completesports.com reports. The five-time champions started their campaign on a winning note rallying back twice to beat Hungary 4-2 on Saturday. A […] The post Golden Eaglets Midfielder, Ojediran: We Will Fight For Victory Against Ecuador appeared first on Complete Sports .

Real Madrid, Barca, Atletico Track Golden Eaglets Captain Tijani

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Spanish giants, Real Madrid, Barcelona and Atletico Madrid have sent their scouts to monitor Golden Eaglets captain, Samson Tijani, at the 2019 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Brazil, reports Completesports.com. Scouts from the three clubs, according to Spanish news hub, as.comz were in attendance during Nigeria’s first Group B match against Hungary on Saturday which […] The post Real Madrid, Barca, Atletico Track Golden Eaglets Captain Tijani appeared first on Complete Sports .

List Of Ballon d’Or Winners From 1956 To 2018

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FIFA Ballon d’Or award is awarded to the best player in the world every year. It is the highest level of individual award in football. The history of Ballon d’Or is not clear but it was initially set up by French publication France Football in 1956, with Sir Stanley Matthews its first winner. It was […] The post List Of Ballon d’Or Winners From 1956 To 2018 appeared first on Complete Sports .

Eaglets Must Pip Ecuador To Claim Brazil 2019 Round Of 16 Spot, Avoid Pressure –Akwuegbu

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Nigeria’s U17s, the Golden Eaglets, have been told in clear terms to work harder and win Tuesday’s 2019 FIFA U-17 World Cup second Group B match against Ecuador, Completesports.com reports. Akwuegbu, a former Nigeria U17 forward, reckons that with the victory in the first matcj against Hungary, it is now ‘important’ for the Manu Garba’s […] The post Eaglets Must Pip Ecuador To Claim Brazil 2019 Round Of 16 Spot, Avoid Pressure –Akwuegbu appeared first on Complete Sports .

Dele-Bashiru, Okonkwo Join Olympic Eagles In Camp Ahead U-23 AFCON

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Dele-Bashiru, Okonkwo Join Olympic Eagles In Camp Ahead U-23 AFCON Watford midfielder Tom Dele-Bashiru has joined the U-23 Eagles camp ahead of the U-23 Africa Cup of Nations scheduled to start in Egypt next month, reports Completesports.com. Dele-Bashiru, who featured for the Flying Eagles at the FIFA U-20 World Cup this summer in Poland linked […] The post Dele-Bashiru, Okonkwo Join Olympic Eagles In Camp Ahead U-23 AFCON appeared first on Complete Sports .

TS Galaxy President, Sukazi: We Will Shock Enyimba In South Africa

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Amidst the jubilation that followed Enyimba’s 2-0 defeat of South African side, TS Galaxy, in Sunday’s first leg of the CAF Confederation Cup 2nd Preliminary Round, club owner/President Tim Sukazi has told Enyimba to enjoy their first leg victory for now, boasting it would turn to a nightmare for the Nigerians in the second leg, […] The post TS Galaxy President, Sukazi: We Will Shock Enyimba In South Africa appeared first on Complete Sports .

United Willing To Pay £100million For Sancho

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Manchester United are still bent on signing Jadon Sancho despite Borussia Dortmund’s whopping £100million valuation according to reports. Sancho has proven himself as one of the best young talents in the world scoring 18 goals and 30 assists in 68 appearances for the German side. The 19-year-old has been a long-time target of Manchester United […] The post United Willing To Pay £100million For Sancho appeared first on Complete Sports .

Ecuador Captain Lopez: We Are Not Scared Of Golden Eaglets

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Ecuador goalkeeper and captain, Joan Lopez, says his team is battle ready for Tuesday’s 2019 FIFA U-17 World Cup Group B clash against the Golden Eaglets of Nigeria at the Goiania Olimpico Stadium, Goiania Brazil, Completesports.com. The South Americans got their campaign to flying start with a hard fought 2-1 win against Australia on Saturday. […] The post Ecuador Captain Lopez: We Are Not Scared Of Golden Eaglets appeared first on Complete Sports .

Akwa United Unveil Obuh As New Head Coach

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Former Golden Eaglets handler John Obuh has been unveiled as the new head coach of Akwa United. The Former Kwara United tactician was unveiled by the promise keepers on Monday morning in Uyo alongside his assistant Duke Udi. He will be in charge for the 2019/20 Nigeria Professional Football League season as the Akwa Ibom […] The post Akwa United Unveil Obuh As New Head Coach appeared first on Complete Sports .

The Professional Athlete as an Employee Within The Context of The NPFL Rules

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By Ibidoyin Aina Professional sports have evolved over the years from a mere tool of entertainment to a veritable means of economic empowerment. This evolution has since crystallized into robust legal relationships that have metamorphosed into standard player contracts duly negotiated by an accredited agent of the player and signed between the player and the […] The post The Professional Athlete as an Employee Within The Context of The NPFL Rules appeared first on Complete Sports .

Lacazette ‘likes’ Instagram Post Calling For Emery’s Sack

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Arsenal dropped two points on Sunday, after a 2-2 draw at home to Crystal Palace. The Gunners were cruising to end the match with all the points up for grabs after goals from Sokratis and David Luiz put them on course for a vital victory against Roy Hodgson’s side. A penalty from Luka Milivojevic reduced […] The post Lacazette ‘likes’ Instagram Post Calling For Emery’s Sack appeared first on Complete Sports .

Joe Udofia Unity Cup Season 4 Kicks Off In Style As Inyang Isong Beat Ikot Usan In Opener

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The fourth edition of Joe Udofia Unity Cup kicked off at St. Theresa’s Primary School, Use Abat, on Saturday as Inyang Isong got their title defence off to a winning start with a 3-0 victory over Ikot Usan. Attended by well over 10,000 people, including Joe Udofia, Chief Executive Officer of Vandrezzer Energy Limited, sponsors […] The post Joe Udofia Unity Cup Season 4 Kicks Off In Style As Inyang Isong Beat Ikot Usan In Opener appeared first on Complete Sports .

Southampton Players Donates Wages To Charity After Leicester City Defeat

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Southampton’s players and coaching staff have agreed to donate a day’s wages to charity following their humiliating 9-0 Premier League home defeat to Leicester City on Friday. Ayoze Perez and Jamie Vardy both scored hat-tricks at St Mary’s Stadium on Friday, while Ben Chilwell, Youri Tielemans and James Maddison were also on target in the […] The post Southampton Players Donates Wages To Charity After Leicester City Defeat appeared first on Complete Sports .

Osimhen Allays Injury Fears, Ready For Super Eagles Vs Benin, Lesotho

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  Lille forward Victor Osimhen has allayed fears he could miss Nigeria’s 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double header against Benin and Lesotho as a result of injury, reports Completesports.com. Osimhen sustained an abductor injury in Lille’s 3-O home win against Girondis Bordeaux on Saturday. The 20-year-old was replaced by Loic Remy in 58th […] The post Osimhen Allays Injury Fears, Ready For Super Eagles Vs Benin, Lesotho appeared first on Complete Sports .

EPL: Liverpool Edge Out Spurs; Man United Beat Norwich, Palace Hold Arsenal

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Liverpool regained their six-point lead at the top of the Premier League as they came from behind to beat Tottenham 2-1 in a pulsating affair at Anfield on Super Sunday. Spurs took a shock lead after just 47 seconds through Harry Kane’s intuitive header, while Paulo Gazzaniga was forced into several fine saves as Liverpool […] The post EPL: Liverpool Edge Out Spurs; Man United Beat Norwich, Palace Hold Arsenal appeared first on Complete Sports .

CAFCC: Enyimba Pip TS Galaxy 2-0 In Aba, Close In On Group Stage Spot

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  Enyimba boosted their chances of making it to the group stage of the CAF Confederation Cup after they beat TS Galaxy of South Africa 2-0 in the first leg of the playoffs at the Enyimba Stadium, Aba on Sunday, reports Completesports.com. Enyimba took the lead in the seventh minute through Victor Mbaoma, who slotted […] The post CAFCC: Enyimba Pip TS Galaxy 2-0 In Aba, Close In On Group Stage Spot appeared first on Complete Sports .

Eagles Roundup: Akpeyi Stars In Kaizer Chiefs’ Home Win Vs Sundowns; Okereke Rescues Club Brugge

  Super Eagles goalkeeper Daniel Akpeyi put up a fine performance as Kaizer Chiefs recorded a 2-0 away win against Mamelodi Sundowns in their ABSA Premier League clash on Sunday, reports Completesports.com. Akpeyi frustrated the hosts, making a number of important saves in the thrilling encounter. It was his seventh league appearance of the season […] The post Eagles Roundup: Akpeyi Stars In Kaizer Chiefs’ Home Win Vs Sundowns; Okereke Rescues Club Brugge appeared first on Complete Sports .

Plans To Make Salah Egypt Captain Fails

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Al Ahly midfielder, Ahmed Fathi has refused to hand over captaincy to Mohamed Salah as requested by Head coach Hossam El Badry. Egypt’s plan to hand the captain’s armband to Mohamed Salah is to apologise for the FIFA Best awards debacle as some votes for him to win The Best FIFA Men’s Player award were […] The post Plans To Make Salah Egypt Captain Fails appeared first on Complete Sports .

Akwuegbu: Garba’s Eaglets Are Fighters; Should Maintain ‘Never Give Up Spirit’

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Benedict Akwuegbu has described Nigeria’s U17s, the Golden Eaglets, as ‘fighters’ who can win laurel for the country, following their 4-2 comeback win against Hungary in Saturday’s opening Group B match of the 2019 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Brazil, Completesports.com reports. Akwuegbu, a FIFA U-17 World Cup silver medalist at Scotland 1989 edition, spoke […] The post Akwuegbu: Garba’s Eaglets Are Fighters; Should Maintain ‘Never Give Up Spirit’ appeared first on Complete Sports .

Maikaba Mouths Plateau United’s 2019/20 NPFL Title Ambition

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Abdul Maikaba has voiced his optimism that Plateau United will win the 2019/2020 Nigeria Professional Football League, NPFL, title, Completesports.com reports. Maikaba is technical adviser of the Tin City side, Plateau United as well as the assistant coach of Nigeria’s U20s, the Flying Eagles. He’s in his second season at the club following a move […] The post Maikaba Mouths Plateau United’s 2019/20 NPFL Title Ambition appeared first on Complete Sports .

Moses Happy To Make Fenerbahce Return After Injury Layoff

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Moses Happy To Make Fenerbahce Return After Injury Layoff Victor Moses is delighted to return to the pitch for Fenerbahce after spending over two months on the sidelines due to injury, Completesports.com reports. Moses has failed to kick a ball since picking up an injury in Fenerbahce’s opening day 5-0 win against Gazientep FK. The […] The post Moses Happy To Make Fenerbahce Return After Injury Layoff appeared first on Complete Sports .