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Coronavirus: Barcelona Players Set For More Pay Cut Talks

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Barcelona are bracing themselves for another round of pay cuts because those accepted by players last month will not cover the huge losses anticipated as the Nou Camp remains shut. Barca players volunteered a 70 per cent reduction in wages at the end of March lasting for the duration of the state of emergency called on […] The post Coronavirus: Barcelona Players Set For More Pay Cut Talks appeared first on Complete Sports .

LaLiga President Tebas Hopeful Season Could Resume In June

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Laliga President Javier Tebas has expressed hope that the Covid-19 spread could be curtailed well enough within two months from now so that the 2019/20 campaign could resume latest June 28. Laliga was paused due to the novel covid-19 pandemic after 27 rounds of matches were played, with Barcelona topping the table – two points […] The post LaLiga President Tebas Hopeful Season Could Resume In June appeared first on Complete Sports .

Coronavirus: Rudiger Calls For End To Football Season

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Antonio Rudiger believes Liverpool should be awarded the Premier League title and the season should be ended immediately amid the coronavirus pandemic. Jurgen Klopp’s side boast a stunning 25-point lead over nearest challengers Manchester City and were just two games away from mathematically securing their first league title since 1990 when the league was shutdown […] The post Coronavirus: Rudiger Calls For End To Football Season appeared first on Complete Sports .

Nigerian Athletes Receive Relief Funds Amid Covid-19 Crisis

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The Minister of Youth and Sports Development Mr. Sunday Dare has directed the onward payment of funds into the accounts of Nigerian athletes to provide some relief in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. The payments which commenced Wednesday, is part of the 10 million Naira donated by Remo Stars Chairman Kunle Soname and one […] The post Nigerian Athletes Receive Relief Funds Amid Covid-19 Crisis appeared first on Complete Sports .

England Sim Fantasy: The English (Simulated) League Now Available At RealFevr!

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You can already team up on our first #SimFantasy. The first #SimFantasy is now open at RealFevr… and with it comes the best football league in the world! Quite a debut for our brief history, no? Now you will be able to play a fantasy league of the English league, the #EnglandSimFantasy! All of the top leagues are […] The post England Sim Fantasy: The English (Simulated) League Now Available At RealFevr! appeared first on Complete Sports .

Odegbami: Nigeria’s Sports Hall Of Shame!

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Most countries in the developed world have a Hall of Fame. This is a structure housing memorials to heroes and famous individuals in a particular sector. The best known is in Sports. It is the highest honour for an athlete to be inducted into his country’s Hall of Fame. Nigeria did not have any such […] The post Odegbami: Nigeria’s Sports Hall Of Shame! appeared first on Complete Sports .

Inter Won’t Activate €12m Clause To Sign Moses From Chelsea

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Inter do not want to pay €12 million to sign Nigerian International Victor Moses on a permanent basis from Chelsea according to a report from Italian news outlet CalcioMercato.com.. Moses joined Inter on a six month loan deal in January and as part of that deal the Nerazzurri obtained an option to buy at €12 […] The post Inter Won’t Activate €12m Clause To Sign Moses From Chelsea appeared first on Complete Sports .

Tech Consultancy Sponsors Nigeria’s First Paralympic Rower

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Fast-growing digital transformation consultancy Gravity 9 is sponsoring a computer programmer who is set to be the first Nigerian rower to compete at the Paralympic Games. Kingsley Ijomah, 37, who is currently training to compete at the rowing regatta at the 2021 Tokyo Paralympics, joined the Birmingham-based firm as a Senior Software Engineer in September […] The post Tech Consultancy Sponsors Nigeria’s First Paralympic Rower appeared first on Complete Sports .

Signs That You’re Not Using A Premium Mobile Betting App

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Two of the biggest trends in the online world over the last year or so have been the rise in the use of mobile devices for accessing the internet, and the increasing popularity of sports betting. So it may not come as much of a surprise to find that online sports betting, using a mobile […] The post Signs That You’re Not Using A Premium Mobile Betting App appeared first on Complete Sports .

Wolves Set To Sign Dennis From Club Brugge

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Wolverhampton Wanderers have moved ahead of Arsenal and a host of other Premier League rivals in the race to sign Emmnauel Dennis from Club Brugge , according to a report. The 22-year-old has attracted the attention of a number of European clubs as a result of his form in 2019-20, scoring nine goals across all […] The post Wolves Set To Sign Dennis From Club Brugge appeared first on Complete Sports .

Pinnick: NFF To Consult Government, FIFA On Resumption Of Football

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President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Amaju Pinnick says the decision on the resumption of football activities in the country will be taken after due consultations with the government and all other relevant bodies, reports Completesports.com. The NFF suspended football activities in the country in March following the spread of coronavirus. The government has, […] The post Pinnick: NFF To Consult Government, FIFA On Resumption Of Football appeared first on Complete Sports .

Coronavirus: Premier League Clubs Determined To Finish Season

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Premier League clubs are determined to finish this season despite concerns football may be preparing to come back too soon amid the coronavirus pandemic. The clubs are due to receive proposals about how the season could restart as early as 8 June at a meeting on Friday. Also Read: Uzoho: Why I Look Older Than […] The post Coronavirus: Premier League Clubs Determined To Finish Season appeared first on Complete Sports .

Man City In Advanced Talks With Barcelona For Semedo

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Manchester City are reportedly close to agreeing a player-plus-cash deal with Barcelona involving right-back Nelson Semedo and Joao Cancelo. Neither Semedo and Cancelo has consistently nailed down a spot in their side’s starting line-ups, with Portuguese international Cancelo only joining the Premier League champions from Juventus last summer. Also Read: Uzoho: Why I Look Older […] The post Man City In Advanced Talks With Barcelona For Semedo appeared first on Complete Sports .

Uzoho: Why I Look Older Than My Age

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Super Eagles goalkeeper Francis Uzoho has defended his age, stating his looks changed as a result of training. Uzoho, 21, has come under intense criticism in recent times from a section of the fans who believe he lied about his original age. The Omonia Nicosia of Cyprus goalie stated that those criticising him don’t know […] The post Uzoho: Why I Look Older Than My Age appeared first on Complete Sports .

Paris Saint-Germain To Be Crowned Ligue 1 Champion

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Paris Saint-Germain are poised to be crowned champions of Ligue 1 – after the French government ruled the season had to end. It was confirmed this week that French football will not complete its 2019-20 season, and a meeting was held on Thursday morning to formally end the campaign. And L’Équipe report the current standings […] The post Paris Saint-Germain To Be Crowned Ligue 1 Champion appeared first on Complete Sports .

Ndidi Rated 4th Best Midfielder In The EPL This Season

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Super Eagles and Leicester City star Wilfred Ndidi has been ranked fourth best midfielder in the Premier League this season, Completesports.com reports. Football facts and statistics website Squawka, ranked ten of the best midfielders this season who have played in the current campaign from the start. Other notable players in the ranking are Kevin de Bruyne […] The post Ndidi Rated 4th Best Midfielder In The EPL This Season appeared first on Complete Sports .

Trending On Complete Sports 30.04.2020

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! Man United Star, Shaw: Moses One Of My Toughest Opponents Dybala Tests Positive For Coronavirus For Fourth Time Coronavirus: French […] The post Trending On Complete Sports 30.04.2020 appeared first on Complete Sports .

Aina: Sarri Didn’t Want Me At Chelsea

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Nigeria defender Ola Aina has revealed the reason he left Chelsea for a loan move to Torino in 2018, reports Completesports.com. Aina linked up with Torino on a one-year loan deal in 2018 after failing to make much impact under new manager manager, Maurizio Sarri. “He (Sarri) told me I would have to go on […] The post Aina: Sarri Didn’t Want Me At Chelsea appeared first on Complete Sports .

Maradona Pleads For ‘Hand Of God’ To End Pandemic

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Argentine football legend Diego Maradona has asked the “Hand of God” to deliver the world from the coronavirus pandemic and allow normal life to resume. The World Cup winner referred to his hand-assisted goal in the 1986 World Cup after Argentine football chiefs voted to end the current season as well as suspend relegation, saving […] The post Maradona Pleads For ‘Hand Of God’ To End Pandemic appeared first on Complete Sports .

Rohr: I Have Received Coaching Offers From Two Countries

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Super Eagles head coach Gernot Rohr has revealed that two countries have contacted him about taking over as coach. Rohr’s current deal with the NFF ends on June 30, and he has been offered a fresh contract with some modified clauses.  Under the terms of the new deal, Rohr is expected to reside in Nigeria, […] The post Rohr: I Have Received Coaching Offers From Two Countries appeared first on Complete Sports .

Pochettino Hopes To Return As Tottenham Hotspur Manager

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Argentine managerMauricio Pochettino has revealed he is determined to return as manager of Tottenham Hotspur. Pochettino left Spurs in November after five years at the club, having transformed Spurs into one of the country’s top sides. Pochettino, 48, led Spurs to a second place and third place finish in the Premier League during his reign. Also Read: Fabregas’ […] The post Pochettino Hopes To Return As Tottenham Hotspur Manager appeared first on Complete Sports .

JUST IMAGINE! Bundesliga Fans’ Move To Foil ‘Empty Stadiums’ Plan With Human Dummies

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Fans of Bundesliga side Borussia Mönchengladbach have invented a concept that will make their beloved team feel their ‘presence’ in ’empty stadiums’ when the German top flight’s games restart behind closed doors later in May as planned. According to a report in Time.com, the innovation is already getting popular among the Mönchengladbach supporters who are […]

Fabregas’ 95-Year-Old Great-Grandmother Beats Coronavirus

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Cesc Fabregas has announced that his great-grandmother has beaten coronavirus at the age of 95. Earlier this month, the midfielder said his great-grandmother had been infected with the virus along with 70% of those in her nursing home in the Barcelona town of Arenys de Mar. However, the former Arsenal and Chelsea star said on […]

Fury Vs Wilder Trilogy Fight To Be Delayed Again

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Tyson Fury has been told he will not fight Deontay Wilder until November or December. The Brit stopped the then world champion in February in a rematch of their controversial draw in 2018. Wilder immediately triggered a clause in his contract giving him the chance to win back his heavyweight title. The trilogy fight was […]

Massive Summer Ahead For Big London Clubs

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The top three clubs in London will head into the summer transfer window eager to improve their respective squads for the next Premier League season. Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal are way off the pace in the England’s top flight and desperately need an influx of new talent to improve their fortunes. The Blues are […]

Why You Should Choose The Best Hybrid Bikes

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Hybrid bikes which are considered as the most comfortable bikes are becoming quite popular with many people. You are bound to see people riding them to work or just riding them outdoors for fun. While these bicycles are designed primarily to use as road bikes, you can also use them for casual rides by children, […]

Troost-Ekong: How I Convince Dessers To Play For Nigeria

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Super Eagles defender William Troost-Ekong has revealed how he convinced Heracles striker Cyriel Dessers to switch allegiance to Nigeria. Dessers, 25, was born in Belgium to a Belgian father and a Nigerian mother. The Dutch Eredivisie top scorer (15 goals) switched allegiance to Nigeria early this year and was included in the Eagles’ list for […]

FIFA Medical Chief: Football Should Not Resume Until New Season Starts In August

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Fifa’s chief doctor has warned against restarting the interrupted 2019-20 campaign and suggested governing bodies prepare for action next season instead. Michel d’Hooghe said “as a doctor” he would be “sceptical” about continuing leagues amid the coronavirus pandemic. The chair of Fifa’s medical committee told BBC Sport: “My proposal is if it is possible, avoid […]

Uzoho: I’m Almost Back From Injury

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Super Eagles goalkeeper Francis Uzoho has revealed that he is almost back to full fitness following a lengthy spell on the sidelines due to a knee ligament injury, reports Completesports.com. Uzoho, 20, suffered the injury after the hour mark during Nigeria’s 1-1 friendly draw with Brazil in Singapore last October and had to be carried […]

Dybala Tests Positive For Coronavirus For Fourth Time

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Juventus and Argentine forward Paulo Dybala has tested positive for the coronavirus for the fourth time in six weeks. Dybala confirmed on March 21 that he and his girlfriend Oriana Sabatini had contracted coronavirus after his first positive test for the disease. Also Read: Liverpool Open Negotiations With Osimhen According to Spanish programme El Chiringuito, […]

Liverpool Open Negotiations With Osimhen

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Liverpool have held talks with the representatives of Lille forward Victor Osimhen, according to a report in France. French media outlet Le10Sport, as quoted by the Daily Express, is reporting that the Reds have entered the race to sign the highly-rated striker ahead of the summer transfer window. Read Also: Man United Star, Shaw: Moses […]

Man United Star, Shaw: Moses One Of My Toughest Opponents 

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Manchester United defender Luke Shaw says former Nigeria international Victor Moses is one of his toughest opponents, Completesports.com reports. Shaw, 24, has played against some of Europe’s best players which include Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, since making his professional debut eight years ago. Also Read: Where Are They Now? Barca’s Starting XI Vs Albacete […]

Vandrezzer FC Explain Reasons For Suspension Of Players’ Contracts

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In the wake of a leaked letter of contract suspension of Players and Technical crew of Akwa Ibom based NNL side Vandrezzer Football Club, the team’s management has insisted they simply acted according to exigencies of the moment. In a telephone chat with Complete Sports, VFC’s Chief Operating Officer, Engineer Kingsley Ogbonna disclosed that the […]

Where Are They Now? Barca’s Starting XI Vs Albacete – Messi’s First LaLiga Goal

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LLionel Messi has scored hundreds and hundreds of LaLiga goals for Barcelona – 438 to be precise – but few may remember his very first, a stoppage time strike against Albacete at the Camp Nou on May 1st, 2005. Samuel Eto’o had opened the scoring on 66th minute to put Barça on the way to […]

3 Times The Premier League Stunned Us

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The last full month of football gave us one of the most surprising scorelines in recent years, when Liverpool – soaring high in the Premier League and seemingly unstoppable – were thrashed 3-0 by Watford. We say thrashed, but perhaps stung would be the more appropriate adjective, as the Hornets lived up to their name […] The post 3 Times The Premier League Stunned Us appeared first on Complete Sports .

Victor Osimhen – The Super Eagles’ Next Superstar?

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By James Nalton: Culled from Worldfootballindex.com Nigeria are regularly one of the most impressive teams at FIFA’s youth football showcase, the U17 World Cup. The West African nation’s five wins in eight final appearances mean they are the most successful team in the history of the tournament, even ahead of the mighty Brazil who have […] The post Victor Osimhen – The Super Eagles’ Next Superstar? appeared first on Complete Sports .

Ighalo, Man United, LaLiga Celebrate Mata At 32

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Former Nigeria international Odion Ighalo, Premier League giants Manchester United and organisers of Spanish topflight, LaLiga, have sent birthday greetings to Juan Mata who turns 32 on Tuesday, Completesports.com reports. Ighalo wrote on his verified Twitter handle: “Happy birthday my boss, Juan Mata.” According to LaLiga: “Juan Mata is celebrating today!  “Happy 32nd Birthday to Valencia […] The post Ighalo, Man United, LaLiga Celebrate Mata At 32 appeared first on Complete Sports .

Troost-Ekong Picks Balogun His Preferred Super Eagles Defensive Partner

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William Troost-Ekong has named Leon Balogun as his preferred Super Eagles defensive partner. Troost-Ekong, 26, formed a perfect partnership with Balogun during the qualifiers for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. The duo were also head coach Gernot Rohr’s first-choice centre-back pairing prior to the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt. Troost-Ekong has, […] The post Troost-Ekong Picks Balogun His Preferred Super Eagles Defensive Partner appeared first on Complete Sports .

Coronavirus: French Ligue 1 Season Cancelled

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French Prime Minister Edouard Philippe has announced that the country’s  football season has been cancelled after all sporting events – even behind closed doors – were banned until September due to the coronavirus outbreak. The decision was made after Philippe presented to the National Assembly on Tuesday afternoon his plan to stop all sporting activity in […] The post Coronavirus: French Ligue 1 Season Cancelled appeared first on Complete Sports .

Ferdinand Urges Manchester United To Sign Ndidi

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Rio Ferdinand has advised Manchester United to move for Saul Niguez, Thomas Partey and Wilfred Ndidi in the summer transfer window. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s rebuilding job at Old Trafford is expected to continue when the market reopens later in the year. The Norwegian has already added Daniel James, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Harry Maguire and Bruno Fernandes […] The post Ferdinand Urges Manchester United To Sign Ndidi appeared first on Complete Sports .

Maradona’s Gimnasia Escapes Relegation As Argentine FA Cancels Superliga

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Diego Maradona’s club, Gimnasia y Esgrima La Plata, have dramatically escaped relegation, fortuitously, after the Argentinian Football Association (AFA) announced the cancellation of the country’s Superliga due to Coronavirus pandemic. The Argentinian Copa de la Superliga is the second competition in their football season competed for by all the 24 clubs in the Primera Division […] The post Maradona’s Gimnasia Escapes Relegation As Argentine FA Cancels Superliga appeared first on Complete Sports .

Tokyo 2020 Organisers Hints Olympics Could Be Canceled If Coronavirus Persist Next Year

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Organisers of the Tokyo 2020 have hinted that the Olympics could be canceled if the coronavirus pandemic continues into next year. The Games are scheduled to start from July 23, 2021, having already been postponed a year amid the Covid-19 outbreak. Also Read: Yobo Denies Calling Iwobi An Inconsistent Player This would be the strongest statement […] The post Tokyo 2020 Organisers Hints Olympics Could Be Canceled If Coronavirus Persist Next Year appeared first on Complete Sports .

Yobo Denies Calling Iwobi An Inconsistent Player

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Super Eagles assistant Coach Joseph Yobo has denied reports credited to him that Alex Iwobi is not good enough for team’s number 10 role. Reports on Monday morning claimed the former Super Eagles captain suggested in an Instagram live interview session over the weekend that Super Eagles needs a new creative midfielder. The reports also […] The post Yobo Denies Calling Iwobi An Inconsistent Player appeared first on Complete Sports .

Dessers Targets Move To Europe Top-Five League

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Cyriel Dessers hopes he will soon get the chance to play in one of the Europe’s top five leagues. Dessers has attracted interest from clubs across Europe following an impressive campaign in the Dutch Eredivisie with Heracles Almelo. The 25-year-old scored 15 goals and recorded five assists in 26 league appearances for the modest side. […] The post Dessers Targets Move To Europe Top-Five League appeared first on Complete Sports .

Amokachi: Some Players Had No Business In The Eagles Squad To 2014 World Cup

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Former Nigeria international Daniel Amokachi has revealed that some players should not have been in the Super Eagles squad to the Brazil 2014 FIFA World Cup. Amokachi made this known in his radio programme “Bull’s Pit”. However, the USA 1994 and France 1998 World Cup star however said Brown Ideye should have been in the […] The post Amokachi: Some Players Had No Business In The Eagles Squad To 2014 World Cup appeared first on Complete Sports .

Amuneke: Why I Opted To Play For Zamelek Instead Of Moving To Europe

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Nigeria legend Emmanuel Amuneke has disclosed that he opted to play for Zamalek over moving to Europe, while surprisingly stating that he is still in charge of Misr El-Makkasa. The Nigerian winger joined Zamalek in 1991 until 1994, he made 71 appearances for the team scoring 26 goals. He was named African Footballer of the […] The post Amuneke: Why I Opted To Play For Zamelek Instead Of Moving To Europe appeared first on Complete Sports .

UK Govt: English Premier League To Return Soon

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UK government’s cabinet minister responsible for sports on Monday said he had been in talks with the English Premier League to ensure the game return soon. Speaking at a parliamentary questions session, Oliver Dowden, Culture, Media and Sports Secretary, said this was with the aim of getting football back on the field as quickly as […] The post UK Govt: English Premier League To Return Soon appeared first on Complete Sports .

Arsenal Offered Chelsea Winger Willian As Aubameyang Replacement

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Arsenal have reportedly been offered Chelsea Brazilian winger Willian as they look to replace wantaway striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. Willian is due to become a free agent this summer, and has been linked with Arsenal, Liverpool and Inter Milan having refused the offer of a new two-year deal from Chelsea. Also Read: Amuneke Picks Queiroz Best […] The post Arsenal Offered Chelsea Winger Willian As Aubameyang Replacement appeared first on Complete Sports .

Amuneke Picks Queiroz Best Coach He Worked With, Snubs Mourinho, Van Gaal

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Former Super Eagles winger Emmanuel Amuneke has picked Carlos Queiroz as the best coach he worked with during his playing career. Queiroz signed Amuneke from Egyptian giants Zamelek in 1994. They won the Portuguese Cup in their debut season and spent two years together before parting ways in 1996. Amuneke secured a move to Barcelona […] The post Amuneke Picks Queiroz Best Coach He Worked With, Snubs Mourinho, Van Gaal appeared first on Complete Sports .

Maradona Rues Covid-19 Crisis, Eager To Resume Coaching Duties At Gimnasia

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Argentina legend Diego Maradona has lamented the loneliness of staying home amid Covid-19 pandemic and says he can’t wait to return to his coaching routine at Argentinian Primera Division side, Gimnasia y Esgrima La Plata. Football in Argentina has been paused since March 16 because of Coronavirus pandemic, and with the authorities yet to announce […] The post Maradona Rues Covid-19 Crisis, Eager To Resume Coaching Duties At Gimnasia appeared first on Complete Sports .

Celtic, Rangers Line Up Move For Maja

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Celtic have reignited their 2019 pursuit of Josh Maja as they prepare to battle Rangers for the Bordeaux striker Josh Maja, Football Insider has learned. The Hoops are braced for the possibility of Odsonne Edouard leaving this summer even though they are working to tie him to a new contract as one of three priority […] The post Celtic, Rangers Line Up Move For Maja appeared first on Complete Sports .

Coronavirus: Arteta Absent As Arsenal Squad Resume Training

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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta was absent as the club’s first-team squad returned to training at London Colney on Monday.  Most of first team players trained at the club’s Hertfordshire base on Monday morning after the club decided that it was safe to open up their large training base.  Also Read: Drogba Gets Zero Votes In […] The post Coronavirus: Arteta Absent As Arsenal Squad Resume Training appeared first on Complete Sports .

Coronavirus: Fabregas Offers To Defer Entire Monaco Salary For Four Months

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Cesc Fabregas has offered his assistance to Monaco during the coronavirus outbreak by offering to defer his entire salary for up to four months. The former Chelsea and Arsenal midfielder will also take a 30 per cent pay cut. This means that for the next four months the French top flight side will be saving […] The post Coronavirus: Fabregas Offers To Defer Entire Monaco Salary For Four Months appeared first on Complete Sports .

FIFA Proposes Allowing Teams To Make Five Substitutions Per Match When Football Returns

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FIFA has proposed allowing teams to make up to five substitutions per match to help players cope with the return to action after the coronavirus pandemic. Teams will be afforded only three slots – plus the half-time break – during the match to make their changes, in a bid to avoid unnecessary stoppages. The proposals […] The post FIFA Proposes Allowing Teams To Make Five Substitutions Per Match When Football Returns appeared first on Complete Sports .

These Are The Most Popular Sports In Africa

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Sports in Africa trace its origin from the culture of its people far back in history. Today Africa is bedrock to some vibrant sporting talents that have dominated championships one after the other. Another factor that contributes to the popularity of some games is the growth of betting sites in Nigeria, which provide a platform for […] The post These Are The Most Popular Sports In Africa appeared first on Complete Sports .

Drogba Gets Zero Votes In Cote d’Ivoire FA President Election

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Chelsea legend Didier Drogba suffered a huge setback in his hopes of becoming the president of the Ivory Coast FA after he received zero votes from ex-players. Out of the 14 members, 11 opted to go for Drogba’s rival and league chief Sory Diabate and three abstained. Also Read: Dessers, Ejuke Named In Eredivisie Team […] The post Drogba Gets Zero Votes In Cote d’Ivoire FA President Election appeared first on Complete Sports .

Ndidi: Leicester City Success Down To ‘ The Rodgers Effect’

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Leicester City midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has heaped praise on his Foxes manager, stating that the club’s success this season is down to what he calls ‘the Brendan Rodgers effect’. Before the coronavirus pandemic hit, Leicester had enjoyed an outstanding season, running neck and neck with league leaders Liverpool for parts of the season before yielding […] The post Ndidi: Leicester City Success Down To ‘ The Rodgers Effect’ appeared first on Complete Sports .

Dessers, Ejuke Named In Eredivisie Team Of The Season

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Nigerian duo, Cyriel Dessers and Chidera Ejuke have been included in the Dutch Eredivisie Team of the Season after the league was brought to an abrupt end following the decision by the Dutch government to ban all sporting events until September, due to the coronavirus outbreak. Both players were impressive for their respective clubs in […] The post Dessers, Ejuke Named In Eredivisie Team Of The Season appeared first on Complete Sports .

Arsenal Pull Out Of Aubameyang Contract Talks

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Arsenal have reportedly pulled out on contract talks with skipper Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang – despite the player’s father hinting that he should sign a new deal. Aubameyang has been linked with a move away from the Emirates this summer, with Manchester United, Inter Milan, Barcelona, Real Madrid and Chelsea all believed to be interested for his […] The post Arsenal Pull Out Of Aubameyang Contract Talks appeared first on Complete Sports .

Manchester United Join Saka Chase

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Arsenal could struggle to keep Bukayo Saka as Manchester United have reportedly joined the list of admirers in the teenager. The 18-year-old has enjoyed a fine breakout season for the Gunners despite their league struggles, registering 10 assists in all competitions having been used as a makeshift left-back. Read Also: Coronavirus: Serie A Games Set […] The post Manchester United Join Saka Chase appeared first on Complete Sports .

Coronavirus: Serie A Games Set To Return June 2

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Serie A games are set to make a return by June 2 as Italy prepares to move into the next phase of the coronavirus pandemic response. Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte confirmed the nation will begin to relax social distancing from May 4 and the guidelines will allow Serie A clubs to start full training from May […] The post Coronavirus: Serie A Games Set To Return June 2 appeared first on Complete Sports .

COVID-19 Crisis Won’t Affect NFF/Zenith Bank Future Eagles Tourney –NFF

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Nigeria Football Federation has reiterated its commitment to conclude the annual NFF/Zenith Bank Future Eagles Championship. Rising from their video conferencing meeting at the weekend, the Executive Committee of the federation revealed that they are going to see to the completion of the competition involving the U-13 and U-15 immediately football resume in the country. […] The post COVID-19 Crisis Won’t Affect NFF/Zenith Bank Future Eagles Tourney –NFF appeared first on Complete Sports .

Eto’o And The Tradition of World-Class Strikers At RCD Mallorca

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From Samuel Eto’o to Aritz Aduriz, several of LaLiga’s top goalscorers of the 21st century have spent time at Son Moix. Some clubs are known for consistently turning out great midfielders, some have a tradition of rock-solid defending and others have an impressive goalkeeping lineage. At RCD Mallorca, it’s all about the world-class strikers. The […] The post Eto’o And The Tradition of World-Class Strikers At RCD Mallorca appeared first on Complete Sports .

Arsenal Contact Real Madrid Over Defender Militao

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Arsenal have contacted LaLiga giants Real Madrid about signing their defender Eder Militao. Militao, 22, has had an unimpressive stint at the Bernabeu since his arrival last summer and Arsenal will reportedly try to bring him to the Emirates. The Brazilian arrived at Los Blancos in a £44m move from Porto last July. Also Read: Ndidi […] The post Arsenal Contact Real Madrid Over Defender Militao appeared first on Complete Sports .

Dare Congratulates Solaja, Orbih On Badminton Award

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Youth and Sports Development Minister Mr. Sunday Dare has heaped praises on Mrs. Oby Solaja (pictured above), following the honour bestowed on her as the recipient of the 2019 African Women in Badminton Award. “I wish to register my profound congratulations to one of Nigeria’s pioneer International Badminton player Mrs Oby Solaja for her recognition […] The post Dare Congratulates Solaja, Orbih On Badminton Award appeared first on Complete Sports .

Ndidi Voted Leicester’s EPL Most Valuable Player This Season

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Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has been voted Leicester City’s Most Valuable Player in the Premier League this season, Completesports.com reports. This was announced on Sky Sports website after voting was concluded. Following the suspension of football in England following the coronavirus outbreak, fans were asked to vote for their club’s Premier League MVP so […] The post Ndidi Voted Leicester’s EPL Most Valuable Player This Season appeared first on Complete Sports .

REVEALED: Reasons Flying Eagles Flopped At Nigeria ’99 U-20 W/Cup –Iloenyosi

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Twenty one year’s after Nigeria hosted the FIFA U-20 World Cup, one of the Flying Eagles’ players on parade then, Chikelue Iloenyosi, has told Completesports.com the reasons behind the team’s dismal performance in the tournament. Iloenyosi, a defender, has now revealed that the removal of coach Tunde Disu and replacing him with an Dutch gaffer, […] The post REVEALED: Reasons Flying Eagles Flopped At Nigeria ’99 U-20 W/Cup –Iloenyosi appeared first on Complete Sports .

Klopp Calls Mbappe’s Dad Over Son’s Transfer To Liverpool

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Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp contacted Kylian Mbappe’s dad to discuss a potential transfer for the Paris Saint-Germain star. Klopp is a huge admirer of Mbappe and is now hoping to beat Real Madrid to his signature. According to Le10 Sport in France, Klopp called Mbappe’s dad, Wilfried, to gauge whether his World Cup-winning son would […] The post Klopp Calls Mbappe’s Dad Over Son’s Transfer To Liverpool appeared first on Complete Sports .