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Coronavirus: FIFA Starts Emergency Fund For Leagues, Clubs

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Football’s world governing body, FIFA, is setting up a fund to assist competitions and players which have run into financial difficulty because of the coronavirus pandemic. A number of clubs are feeling the bite of the financial crisis brought on by the pandemic, with Premier League sides Newcastle and Tottenham placing some staff on furlough […] The post Coronavirus: FIFA Starts Emergency Fund For Leagues, Clubs appeared first on Complete Sports .

World Athletics Launches ‘Athletics At Home’

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World Athletics on Tuesday launched a new series, Athletics At Home, which is designed to help people of all ages to stay fit, active and engaged during this period of unprecedented lockdown around the world due to the coronavirus outbreak. The content, which will appear on both the athletics body’s website and social media channels, is […] The post World Athletics Launches ‘Athletics At Home’ appeared first on Complete Sports .

Imo Governor Uzodinma Recalls Suspended Heartland GM Chukwudi

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Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodinma is understood to have recalled suspended General Manager of Heartland FC, a Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) side, Ifeanyi Chukwudi, Completesports.com reports. This is even as the Executive Governor has taken strong steps to right all the wrongs at the club which has crippled the once dreaded Naze Millionaires since […] The post Imo Governor Uzodinma Recalls Suspended Heartland GM Chukwudi appeared first on Complete Sports .

Trending On Complete Sports 31.03.2020

This video showcases the trending stories making the rounds during the weekend on Complete Sports, they are the Editors “Pick of the week” You can click on the link to read the full story. Enjoy! COVID-19: Dare Wishes Governor Makinde Quick Recovery Kidnapped Enyimba Midfielder Ojo Regains Freedom Related: Trending On Complete Sports 20.03.20 Chelsea […] The post Trending On Complete Sports 31.03.2020 appeared first on Complete Sports .

Udeze Urges Ighalo To Dump Man United For A Return To China

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Former Super Eagles defender Ifeanyi Udeze has advised Odion Ighalo to return to Shanghai Shenhua when his loan deal with Manchester United expires, reports Completesports.com. Ighalo arrived Manchester United on transfer deadline day and has made big impact with the Red Devile. United are reportedly willing to make the move permanent at the end of […] The post Udeze Urges Ighalo To Dump Man United For A Return To China appeared first on Complete Sports .

‘Legends Reunion Match’ Is My Contribution To Football Development –Akwuegbu

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Former Nigeria international, Benedict Akwuegbu, has exclusively told Completesports.com that his motive for organising the ‘Ben Akwuegbu Unity Cup Tournament and Plateau Legends Reunion Match was out of his desire to give back to the society and aide football development and revival by bringing back together those famous players who made the game tick during […] The post ‘Legends Reunion Match’ Is My Contribution To Football Development –Akwuegbu appeared first on Complete Sports .

What Are Surebets And Where To Find Them?

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A surebet is a set of stakes on a certain episode that pledges a profit definitely not less than the total bets made, irrespective of the end result of the event. Simply it’s a state where the player acquires a profit heedlessly of the situation. Bets encompassing a surebet are termed surebet take up. A […] The post What Are Surebets And Where To Find Them? appeared first on Complete Sports .

Chelsea To Battle Real Madrid , Man United For Osimhen

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Chelsea are among a host of European heavyweights queuing up to sign Lille striker Victor Osimhen, according to reports. The Blues are searching for attacking reinforcements to shoulder the goalscoring burden alongside Tammy Abraham and are interested in signing the Nigerian frontman this summer. However, numerous other high-profile rivals including Arsenal, Manchester United, Manchester City […] The post Chelsea To Battle Real Madrid , Man United For Osimhen appeared first on Complete Sports .

COVID-19: Dare Wishes Governor Makinde Quick Recovery

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The Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Mr. Sunday Dare, has joined other concerned citizens of Oyo State ,family and friends of the state’s Governor, Mr. Seyi Makinde to wish him a quick recovery after he confirmed testing positive to COVID-19. The minister commended Governor Makinde for reinforcing the key messaging for slowing down the […] The post COVID-19: Dare Wishes Governor Makinde Quick Recovery appeared first on Complete Sports .

The Greatest Captain In Nigeria’s Football History!

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Culled from Operanewsapp.com Who is the greatest Captain in the history of Nigerian football since Independence? That is the question I asked 9 very seasoned and well-renowned Nigerian football aficionados that cut across several generations of journalism and administration. Nigeria has had very many Captains (great and small) of the senior national team, either the […] The post The Greatest Captain In Nigeria’s Football History! appeared first on Complete Sports .

Eze Makes Championship U-23 Team Of The Season

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Queens Park Rangers midfielder Eberechi Eze has been included in the Championship Team of the Season for U-23, Completesports.com reports. The list which was published on Infogol’s Twitter is for players under the age of 23 years. Also Read: Nottingham Forest Target Summer Move For Ideye Also on the list is Manchester City’s Tosin Adarabioyo […] The post Eze Makes Championship U-23 Team Of The Season appeared first on Complete Sports .

Nottingham Forest Target Summer Move For Ideye

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Sky Bet Championship club Nottingham Forest are reportedly considering a move for former West Bromwich Albion striker Brown Ideye when the transfer window reopens. Ideye became the Baggies’ record signing when he moved to The Hawthorns in 2014, but left just one year later having scored seven goals in 31 outings across all competitions. The […] The post Nottingham Forest Target Summer Move For Ideye appeared first on Complete Sports .

Coutinho Expresses Regrets Leaving Liverpool For Barcelona

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Brazilian star Philippe Coutinho has reportedly told friends that he regrets leaving Liverpool for Barcelona. Coutinho left Liverpool for £142million after pushing hard for a move to Barcelona in January 2018. Unfortunately things have not been rosy in Catalonia and the LaLiga champions are now ready to offload him after two and a half years. The […] The post Coutinho Expresses Regrets Leaving Liverpool For Barcelona appeared first on Complete Sports .

Fury Sends Warning To Wilder Ahead Trilogy Fight

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Tyson Fury has vowed to give Deontay Wilder “a bit more” when they meet for a third time. Fury demolished Wilder in their long-awaited rematch in February to reclaim world heavyweight glory. But Wilder has activated his rematch clause to set up a trilogy bout with most anticipating a similar outcome given the manner of […] The post Fury Sends Warning To Wilder Ahead Trilogy Fight appeared first on Complete Sports .

Messi Snubs Osimhen, Chukwueze In List Of Top 15 Young Prospects

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Barcelona star Lionel Messi has snubbed Nigerian duo, Victor Osimhen and Samuel Chukwueze in his list of top young prospects to follow in his footsteps, reports Completesports.com. Osimhen has enjoyed a fine season with Lille in the French League with 13 goals and five assists in 27 appearances for Les Dogues. The 21-year-old has been […] The post Messi Snubs Osimhen, Chukwueze In List Of Top 15 Young Prospects appeared first on Complete Sports .

Ozil Announces Birth Of First Child With Wife

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Arsenal star Mesut Ozil has announced the birth of his first child with his wife Amine. Ozil announced the birth after publishing a picture of his newborn daughter, his wife and himself. Also Read: Nigerian Winger Abbas On RB Leipzig Radar For Switch From Kasimpasa “Thank God our daughter “Eda” was born healthy. God willing us […] The post Ozil Announces Birth Of First Child With Wife appeared first on Complete Sports .

Nigerian Winger Abbas On RB Leipzig Radar For Switch From Kasimpasa

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Bundesliga side RB Leipzig reserve team are showing interested in signing Kasimpasa SK Nigerian winger Atto Abbas this summer, according to a source who is a representative of the German club. The source hinted that Abbas has been on the watchlist of RB Leipzig youth side since a couple of months ago. ”The boy has […] The post Nigerian Winger Abbas On RB Leipzig Radar For Switch From Kasimpasa appeared first on Complete Sports .

Coronavirus: CAF Keen To Keep 2021 AFCON Dates

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The Confederation of African Football has no plans to cancel any of its forthcoming competitions because of the coronavirus pandemic, hoping it can reschedule all. This would mean that the next Africa Cup of Nations will still be played in January-February 2021, despite this week’s 48 qualifiers being indefinitely postponed. Meanwhile, great uncertainty surrounds this […] The post Coronavirus: CAF Keen To Keep 2021 AFCON Dates appeared first on Complete Sports .

Bundesliga Players Back ‘Stay At Home’ Campaign To Contain COVID-19

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Some of the biggest names in German football and Bundesliga , such as Thomas MĆ¼ller and Mario Gomez, have lent their support to the #wirbleibenzuhause social media campaign. The hashtag was initiated by the German Federal Ministry of Health to encourage people to stay at home in an effort to limit transmission of the coronavirus. […] The post Bundesliga Players Back ‘Stay At Home’ Campaign To Contain COVID-19 appeared first on Complete Sports .

Kalu Gets Bordeaux ‘s Permision To Return To Nigeria Amid Coronavirus Crisis

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Nigeria winger Samuel Kalu has been granted permission by his French club Girondis Bordeaux to reunite with his family amid the the Covid-19 crisis, reports Completesports.com. Kalu, according to a report in French online news outlet, L’Equipe is among the five Bordeaux players who have been granted permission to leave France. The other four are; […] The post Kalu Gets Bordeaux ‘s Permision To Return To Nigeria Amid Coronavirus Crisis appeared first on Complete Sports .

Rashford Cleared To Step Up Rehabilitation

Manchester United have cleared striker Marcus Rashford to step up his rehabilitation from a back injury that has kept him out of action since January. Rashford told Sky Sports News on Saturday that he was feeling “10 times better” than he had done at the beginning of March, as he recovered from the double stress […] The post Rashford Cleared To Step Up Rehabilitation appeared first on Complete Sports .

IOC Announces New Date For Tokyo Olympics

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The International Olympic Committee (IOC) says the Tokyo Olympics will now take place between July 23 and August 8 2021. The IOC confirmed the news on Monday, which followed a meeting of the Tokyo 2020 organising committee. Also Read: Coronavirus: Messi Confirms Barcelona Players Will Take 70 Per Cent Pay Cut The Tokyo organisers confirmed […] The post IOC Announces New Date For Tokyo Olympics appeared first on Complete Sports .

Coronavirus: Messi Confirms Barcelona Players Will Take 70 Per Cent Pay Cut

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Lionel Messi has confirmed that he and the rest of his Barcelona teammates have accepted the club’s proposal to take a 70 per cent pay cut. The Catalan club have been looking to cut costs, with the coronavirus crisis expected to see them make massive losses on the financial side. There had been some suggestions […] The post Coronavirus: Messi Confirms Barcelona Players Will Take 70 Per Cent Pay Cut appeared first on Complete Sports .

Madrid Star Benzema Labels Giroud An Inferior Striker

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Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema has taken a swipe at Olivier Giroud, describing the former Arsenal striker who replaced him in the France national team is an inferior player.    Benzema, 32, has not played for France since 2015 when manager Didier Deschamps selected Giroud instead of the former Lyon forward. Also Read: Amokachi: Mikel Is The Greatest Nigerian Footballer […] The post Madrid Star Benzema Labels Giroud An Inferior Striker appeared first on Complete Sports .

World Athletics President Coe Writes Member Federations, Athletes Amid Covid-19 Pandemic

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The world governing body for athletics – World Athletics, has been working, planning and strategising ways to sustain the sport and its athletes during and after the Coronavirus pandemic. World Athletics President, Sebastian Coe wrote the athletics community worldwide intimating everyone on the roadmap to navigate to save the sport. Below is the full letter […] The post World Athletics President Coe Writes Member Federations, Athletes Amid Covid-19 Pandemic appeared first on Complete Sports .

Amokachi: Mikel Is The Greatest Nigerian Footballer

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Daniel Akokachi has named John Mikel Obi as the greatest Nigerian player, reports Completesports.com. Amokachi, who won the 1994 Africa Cup of Nations with Nigeria considers Mikel to be the country’s standout player based on his achievements. ”Mikel is the greatest player,’’ Amokachi said on Brila FM’s Show “The Bull’s Pit”. ‘‘He has won everything […] The post Amokachi: Mikel Is The Greatest Nigerian Footballer appeared first on Complete Sports .

Merson Defends Fabregas Over Arsenal Transfer Decision

Paul Merson has come to the defence of Cesc Fabregas by insisting that the Spaniard’s controversial move to leave an Arsenal side “in decline” for Barcelona was understandable. Fabregas joined the Gunners in 2003 after coming through the ranks at La Masia – Barcelona’s legendary academy – and he went on to make 306 Gunners […] The post Merson Defends Fabregas Over Arsenal Transfer Decision appeared first on Complete Sports .

Cafu: Neymar Technically Superior To Messi

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Legendary Brazil right-back Cafu has rated compatriot Neymar a more technically gifted player compared to former Barcelona teammate Lionel Messi. Neymar joined up with Neymar at Barcelona in 2013 from Brazilian giants Santos. Also Read: Osayi-Samuel Keen To Emulate QPR Legend Sinclair During his four years at Barcelona Neymar helped the Spanish giants to their […] The post Cafu: Neymar Technically Superior To Messi appeared first on Complete Sports .

Osayi-Samuel Keen To Emulate QPR Legend Sinclair

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Queens Park Rangers midfileder Bright Osayi-Samuel says he looks up to club legend Trevor Sinclair. Sinclair started his career at Blackpool before joining Rangers in 1993, where he left an indelible mark with goals and assists amid other dazzling displays. Like Sinclair, Osayi-Samuel is a Blackpool academy graduate and spent two years with the side […] The post Osayi-Samuel Keen To Emulate QPR Legend Sinclair appeared first on Complete Sports .

Carragher: Why Liverpool Snubbed Mourinho And Appointed Benitez As Manager 

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Liverpool great Jamie Carragher has revealed reasons why the Merseyside club pass up the chance to appoint Jose Mourinho and instead went for Rafa Benitez as manager. Both managers were held in high regard when they moved to English football in 2004 – Mourinho had just won the Champions League with Porto while Benitez had guided Valencia […] The post Carragher: Why Liverpool Snubbed Mourinho And Appointed Benitez As Manager  appeared first on Complete Sports .

Abdullahi Calls For Unity In The Fight Against Coronavirus

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Bursaspor full-back Shehu Abdullahi has urged people to unite in order to defeat the coronavirus. Efforts have been put in place to ensure the pandemic is subdued and the Nigeria international has called for unity during this period The pandemic which is currently causing problems across the world has claimed thousands of lives, paralysed major […] The post Abdullahi Calls For Unity In The Fight Against Coronavirus appeared first on Complete Sports .

Tinubu At 68: Dare Felicitates With ‘Leader Of Unmatched Political Guts’

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The Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Mr Sunday Dare, has described Asiwaju Bola Tinubu as a true leader who stands out among the rest. Dare paid glowing tribute to the former Lagos State Governor and Senator on the occasion of his 68th birthday. The formal celebration of Tinubu’s birthday was suspended due to the […] The post Tinubu At 68: Dare Felicitates With ‘Leader Of Unmatched Political Guts’ appeared first on Complete Sports .

Mourinho Picks Best Ever XI Team Coached; Snubs Mikel 

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There was no place for former Nigeria international John Mikel Obi in Jose Mourinho’s best ever eleven side he coached, Completesports.com reports. Mourinho was issued the task of picking his best ever eleven by Spanish publication Marca. Also Read: Ferdinand: How Ferguson Played A Part In England’s Lack Of Trophies Mikel played under Mourinho in […] The post Mourinho Picks Best Ever XI Team Coached; Snubs Mikel  appeared first on Complete Sports .

Covid-19: Sports Ministry Monitoring Nigerian Athletes –Dare

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Despite the postponement of the National Sports Festival and the Tokyo 2020 Olympics due to the outbreak of Covid-19, the Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Mr. Sunday Dare, has assured that the ministry is monitoring the athletes. According to him: “The Nigerian authorities through the Sports Ministry called off the National Sports Festival as […] The post Covid-19: Sports Ministry Monitoring Nigerian Athletes –Dare appeared first on Complete Sports .

Ferdinand: How Ferguson Played A Part In England’s Lack Of Trophies

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Rio Ferdinand has disclosed that legendary Scottish manager Sir Alex Ferguson’s desire to win trophies at Manchester United ultimately hindered England’s own pursuit for glory. Ferdinand was part of the England’s golden generation – which included the likes of David Beckham, Steven Gerrard and Frank Lampard – but they failed to live up to their hype at […] The post Ferdinand: How Ferguson Played A Part In England’s Lack Of Trophies appeared first on Complete Sports .

Xavi Ready To Manage Barcelona

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Xavi believes he is ready to manage Barcelona but insists there cannot be any “toxicity” in the dressing room. The midfielder spent the majority of his playing career with Barcelona, from 1998 to 2015, playing more than 700 matches. During his time at the club he won eight La Liga titles and lifted four Champions […] The post Xavi Ready To Manage Barcelona appeared first on Complete Sports .

Man United Legend Ferdinand Wants EPL Season To Be Abandoned Over Coronavirus Outbreak 

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Manchester great Rio Ferdinand has called for the 2019/2020 season to be null and void due to the coronavirus pandemic. Football in England has been suspended until April 30 but a return to action is expected to be delayed even further with the death toll in the country rising. Also Read: Godin Criticises Serie A […] The post Man United Legend Ferdinand Wants EPL Season To Be Abandoned Over Coronavirus Outbreak  appeared first on Complete Sports .

Godin Criticises Serie A Response To Coronavirus

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Inter Milan defender Diego Godin felt “exposed” to coronavirus until the last minute, saying Serie A tried to continue until it became “unsustainable”. Serie A was suspended on March 9 due to the coronavirus pandemic, which has hit Italy hard. A day earlier, Inter suffered a 2-0 loss to Juventus and on March 12, defender […] The post Godin Criticises Serie A Response To Coronavirus appeared first on Complete Sports .

Laliga Santander Fest Raises €625,000 To Combat Covid-19; Pique Hails Initiative

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Laliga Santander Fest – an online concert featuring artists and footballers, on Saturday raised €625,000 which will be used to support the fight against Coronavirus pandemic in Spain. The Laliga Santander Fest, an initiative of Santander Bank and the Spanish league organisers featured some artists and footballers whose performances and speeches were streamed live online. […] The post Laliga Santander Fest Raises €625,000 To Combat Covid-19; Pique Hails Initiative appeared first on Complete Sports .

Arsenal Eye Summer Move For French World Cup Winner Fekir 

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Arsenal are targeting a summer move for Real Betis and France 2018 World Cup winner Nabil Fekir if they fail to make Dani Ceballos’ loan from Real Madrid permanent. Fekir, 26, was close to joining Liverpool back in 2018, while at hometown club Lyon. Also Read: Ronaldo, Teammates Agree To Salary Reductions At Juventus Worth […] The post Arsenal Eye Summer Move For French World Cup Winner Fekir  appeared first on Complete Sports .

Ronaldo, Teammates Agree To Salary Reductions At Juventus Worth €90m

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Juventus have negotiated salary reductions with their senior squad that could save the club €90 million (£81m/$101m) during the coronavirus crisis. Many clubs around the world are having to take drastic measures when it comes to cutting costs. With competitive action in a period of indefinite postponement, even global heavyweights are starting to feel the […] The post Ronaldo, Teammates Agree To Salary Reductions At Juventus Worth €90m appeared first on Complete Sports .

COVID-19:  Youth And Sports Ministry Provides 57 Suites, Other  Facilities  At Moshood Abiola Stadium

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Fifty-seven executive suites at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja have been made available for use by the Ministry of Youth and Sports Development under the leadership of the Minister, Mr. Sunday Dare, for the management of Covid-19 cases in Nigeria. The minister who spoke at the inspection of facilities at the stadium said  it […] The post COVID-19:  Youth And Sports Ministry Provides 57 Suites, Other  Facilities  At Moshood Abiola Stadium appeared first on Complete Sports .

Tyson Gives Wilder Tips On How To Overcome Fury In Rematch

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Former world heavyweight champion Mike Tyson has told Deontay Wilder how to beat Tyson Fury in their trilogy clash on October 3. Fury pummelled Wilder in their February bout leaving many wondering why the American is bothering with fight number three. Also Read: Pinnick Joins War Against Coronavirus But Tyson is convinced the former WBC champion still has […] The post Tyson Gives Wilder Tips On How To Overcome Fury In Rematch appeared first on Complete Sports .

Pinnick Joins War Against Coronavirus

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The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has joined the global battle to save mankind as the president of the soccer house, Amaju Melvin Pinnick released a video telling Nigerians and followers of football to brace up against the Covid-19 pandemic. In the video, Pinnick who spoke on behalf of the football governing body in the country […] The post Pinnick Joins War Against Coronavirus appeared first on Complete Sports .

Ighalo Would Be Foolish To Turn Down Permanent Move To Man United- Merson

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Paul Merson believes Odion Ighalo would be foolish to turn down a permanent move to Manchester United and return to parent club Shanghai Shenhua at the end of the season. Eyebrows were raised when United completed a loan agreement for Ighalo on the final day of the January transfer window but the 30-year-old striker has […] The post Ighalo Would Be Foolish To Turn Down Permanent Move To Man United- Merson appeared first on Complete Sports .

Ejuke Set To Replace Ziyech At Ajax

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Nigeria winger Chidera Ejuke could join Dutch giants Ajax as replacement for Morocco’s Hakim Ziyech this summer, reports Completesports.com. Ziyech has already agreed a move to Chelsea and will link up with the Blues at the end of the current season. According to reports in the Netherlands, Ajax are currently considering signing Ejuke from another […] The post Ejuke Set To Replace Ziyech At Ajax appeared first on Complete Sports .

Sagna Hits Back At Fabregas Over Arsenal Teammates Comments

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French defender Bacary Sagna has hit back at former Cesc Fabregas over his comments about his former Arsenal teammates, stating that Robin van Persie and Samir Nasri were the only two players on his level during his latter years at the club. During an appearance on the Arsecast podcast, Fabregas spoke at length about his time at Arsenal and […] The post Sagna Hits Back At Fabregas Over Arsenal Teammates Comments appeared first on Complete Sports .

Odegbami: Sports And The Coronavirus Lockdown!

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Were the English Premier League, or the La Liga, or even the Olympic Games to be on somewhere in the world, staying at home for two weeks during this most challenging period in human history, to wear off the destructive power of coronavirus would have been more tolerable for a chunk of the world. The […] The post Odegbami: Sports And The Coronavirus Lockdown! appeared first on Complete Sports .

Ighalo Wins Manchester United Goal Of The Month Award

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Odion Ighalo has won Manchester United’s March Goal-of-the-Month award, for his sparkling effort against LASK in the Europa League. The Nigerian’s driven shot to open the scoring against the Austrians, after some skilled ball juggling in the build-up, took home 32 per cent votes. The former Watford striker’s goal in the Emirates FA Cup win […] The post Ighalo Wins Manchester United Goal Of The Month Award appeared first on Complete Sports .

Osimhen Admits Missing Football Amid Coronavirus Crisis

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Nigeria forward Victor Osimhen says he has missed playing football following the suspension of the French Ligue 1 as a result of the outbreak of coronavirus pandemic, reports Completesports.com. The pandemic which has claimed thousands of lives across the world, has forced the suspension of major sporting activities. The 21-year-old and other football stars have […] The post Osimhen Admits Missing Football Amid Coronavirus Crisis appeared first on Complete Sports .

COVID-19: FG Approves Use Of Stadiums, NYSC Camps As Testing Centres

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The Federal Government of Nigeria has approved for the Ministry of Youth and Sports Development to open and make available the stadiums in Surulere, Lagos; Ibadan, Abuja and Kaduna as well as the orientation camps of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) nationwide for use as testing centres for COVID-19 as may be needed. The […] The post COVID-19: FG Approves Use Of Stadiums, NYSC Camps As Testing Centres appeared first on Complete Sports .

50 Artists, Footballers Team Up To Fight Coronavirus Via ‘LaLiga Santander Fest’

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Over 50 artists and footballers are coming together today, Saturday March 28, to take part in ‘LaLiga Santander Fest’, a global charity festival organised by LaLiga in partnership with Santander Bank, Universal Music Group and the rest of the league’s sponsors, as well as players, clubs, artists and GTS. The aim of the macro-concert is […] The post 50 Artists, Footballers Team Up To Fight Coronavirus Via ‘LaLiga Santander Fest’ appeared first on Complete Sports .

Ozil’s Agent, Sogut: I Wish I Managed Jay Jay Okocha

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Agent of Arsenal star Mesut Ozil, Erkut Sogut, has said he wished he managed legendary Nigerian midfielder Austin Okocha during his active football career, Completesports.com reports. Regarded as one of the talented individuals to come out of Africa, Okocha dazzled now a few with his amazing skills. Also Read: Nigerian- Born Boxer Adeleye Opens Up […] The post Ozil’s Agent, Sogut: I Wish I Managed Jay Jay Okocha appeared first on Complete Sports .

Nigerian- Born Boxer Adeleye Opens Up Fury Training Camp Experience, Eyes World Title

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David Adeleye once juggled boxing with university but he is now hoping his education with Tyson Fury will give him the grades to become world champion. The heavyweight prospect has already shared the ring with the world’s No.1 in the division. Adeleye, 23, turned pro last year with Frank Warren and made his debut in […] The post Nigerian- Born Boxer Adeleye Opens Up Fury Training Camp Experience, Eyes World Title appeared first on Complete Sports .

Premier League Clubs Want Season Cancelled Over Coronavirus Pandemic 

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A growing number of Premier League clubs reportedly want to abandon the current season, despite last week agreeing to extend the campaign indefinitely no thanks to the outbreak of the coronavirus. All football in England has been suspended until April 30 due to the covid-19 which has halted every sporting activities. Also Read: Ozil’s Agent Provides Update on Arsenal Future Amid […] The post Premier League Clubs Want Season Cancelled Over Coronavirus Pandemic  appeared first on Complete Sports .

Manchester United Support Aim To Complete Season

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Manchester United say they support the ambition of English football’s governing bodies to try to complete the Premier League, FA Cup and UEFA competition seasons, amid the disruption caused by coronavirus. “The club fully supports the collective intent to complete the Premier League, FA Cup and UEFA club competitions”, the club said in a statement […] The post Manchester United Support Aim To Complete Season appeared first on Complete Sports .

Lampard: It’s Hard For My Players To Stay Focused Amid Coronavirus Crisis

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Chelsea boss Frank Lampard says it is hard for players to stay focused and motivated during the coronavirus pandemic with no concrete timetable to when football will return. The Blues squad continue to train at home during the lockdown initiated by the Government with a target date for a resumption of the season on April […] The post Lampard: It’s Hard For My Players To Stay Focused Amid Coronavirus Crisis appeared first on Complete Sports .

Ozil’s Agent Provides Update on Arsenal Future Amid Transfer Rumours

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Mesut Ozil agent Erkut Sogut has dismissed suggestions his client is set to depart Arsenal this summer, and claimed the German star will see out his contract at the London club. Sogut represents the player and helped to co-ordinate a £350,000-per-week deal with Arsenal to make Ozil the top earner at the club in 2018. […] The post Ozil’s Agent Provides Update on Arsenal Future Amid Transfer Rumours appeared first on Complete Sports .

AC Milan To Rival Man United, Real Madrid For Osimhen

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Italian giants AC Milan will rival Manchester United and Real Madrid for the signature of Nigeria forward Victor Osimhen this summer. Osimhen has been one of the standout performers for Lille in the French League this season. The 21-year-old who joined Lille from Belgian club, Sporting Charleroi last summer has scored 13 goals and bagged […] The post AC Milan To Rival Man United, Real Madrid For Osimhen appeared first on Complete Sports .

EPL Poll: Is Ndidi The Best Defensive Midfielder?

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Super Eagles and Leicester City star Wilfred Ndidi is in the running for the Premier League best defensive midfielder this season, in an ongoing voting exercise published on the official website of the English football top-flight body. Ndidi was listed alongside Liverpool’s Fabinho, Etienne  Capoue of Watford, Manchester City’s Rodri, Fred of Manchester United and […] The post EPL Poll: Is Ndidi The Best Defensive Midfielder? appeared first on Complete Sports .

Ex-Arsenal Star, Clarke: Ndidi Is Best Ball-Holding Midfielder In EPL

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Former Arsenal star Adrian Clarke has rated Wilfred Ndidi the best ball-holding midfielder in the English Premier League. Jamie Vardy has hugged the headlines for his goal scoring prowess for the Foxes who are chasing a Champions League ticket this season but Clarke believes Ndidi is the club’s most important player. “He (Ndidi) efficiently breaks […] The post Ex-Arsenal Star, Clarke: Ndidi Is Best Ball-Holding Midfielder In EPL appeared first on Complete Sports .

Rangers Star George To Be Buried Saturday In Lagos 

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Enugu Rangers star forward Ifeanyi George will be buried on Saturday, March 28 in Lagos, the club have announced, Completesports.com reports. George alongside Emmanuel Ogbu, a member of Rangers’ feeder team and Eteka Gabriel, a footballer and friend of George, were killed in an auto crash last Sunday on their way to Lagos from Enugu. Also […] The post Rangers Star George To Be Buried Saturday In Lagos  appeared first on Complete Sports .

Joshua Vs Fury Set To Be Delayed Until February Due To Coronavirus

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Tyson Fury’s potential undisputed clash with Anthony Joshua will now not take place until February at the earliest. The Brits had hoped to meet in December – likely in Saudi Arabia – assuming they come through their next fights unscathed. Fury was due to take on Deontay Wilder for a third time on July 18 […] The post Joshua Vs Fury Set To Be Delayed Until February Due To Coronavirus appeared first on Complete Sports .