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LOC Unveils Committee Members For Africa U-18/U-20 Athletics Championships
The Local Organising Committee (LOC) for the combined Confederation of Africa CAA U-18/U-20 Championships holding in Abeokuta, Ogun State, has rolled out various sub-committees that will oversee the smooth running of the Games. The championships will run from July 16-20. The LOC headed by Hon. Bukola Olapade, who is also the Director General of the [...] The post LOC Unveils Committee Members For Africa U-18/U-20 Athletics Championships appeared first on Complete Sports.
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UFC: I know I’m Still Able To Perform At The Highest Level –Usman
Kamaru Usman has said going into Saturday’s bout with Joachin Buckley, he believed he could still perform at the highest level. Usman claimed his first win in more than three years at UFC Fight Night in Atlanta, as he defeated Buckley by unanimous decision in their welterweight main event. All three judges scored the bout [...] The post UFC: I know I’m Still Able To Perform At The Highest Level –Usman appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Kanu Salutes Governor Otti Over Enyimba Stadium Renovation
Ambassador Nwankwo ‘Papilo’ Kanu, Executive Chairman of the Enyimba International Management Committee, has applauded Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, for his visionary commitment to revamping the iconic Enyimba International Stadium in Aba, Completesports.com reports. The stadium, long regarded as a fortress and symbol of pride for the People’s Elephant, is currently undergoing [...] The post Kanu Salutes Governor Otti Over Enyimba Stadium Renovation appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Source of millions splashed by Ruto’s men & what inspired empowerment events
Source of millions splashed by Ruto’s men & what inspired empowerment events
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Can Samuel Chukwueze replace Antony at Real Betis?
Real Betis are in the market for a winger this summer, and much of the transfer talk in Seville has revolved around Samuel Chukwueze replacing Antony, Soccernet.ng reports. The Manchester United forward was impressive for the La Liga side away from Old Trafford, and a potential return has been linked with the player. However, with […]
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UFC: Usman Ends Losing Streak After Unanimous Decision Win Vs Buckley
Nigeria’s Kamaru Usman ended his losing run after claiming a unanimous decision win against Joachin Buckley, in their Ultimate Fight Championship (UFC) welterweight clash, inside the State Farm Atena, Atlanta, USA, in the early hours of Sunday. After the end of the fifth and final round, Usman emerged victorious with a scorecard of 49-46, 49-46 [...] The post UFC: Usman Ends Losing Streak After Unanimous Decision Win Vs Buckley appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Super Eagles Defender Set To Join Cypriot Club Aris Limassol
Leon Balogun looks set to join Cypriot club Aris Limassol following his exit from Scottish Premiership giants Rangers. The move will see the Nigerian link up with former Rangers defensive partner Connor Goldson. According to the Scottish Sun, ambitious Aris have offered Balogun a deal to play on the Mediterranean Sea. The 36-year-old was released [...] The post Super Eagles Defender Set To Join Cypriot Club Aris Limassol appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Petrol price increase, diesel & kerosene fall as EPRA announces new fuel prices
Petrol price increase, diesel & kerosene fall as EPRA announces new fuel prices
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Nnadozie Bids Emotional Farewell To Paris FC
Chiamaka Nnadozie has bid farewell to Paris FC in an open letter following the expiration of her contract. The Nigeria international is leaving the French D’Arkema side after five successful years. Nnadozie joined Paris FC from former Nigeria Women Football League, NWFL, champions Rivers Angels in 2020. Read Also:FIFA CWC: We Knew We Were Up [...] The post Nnadozie Bids Emotional Farewell To Paris FC appeared first on Complete Sports.
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FIFA CWC: We Knew We Were Up Against A Strong Al Ahly Team –Mascherano
Inter Miami head coach Javier Mascherano has admitted that he and his team knew they were up against a strong Al Ahly side in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup opener. Inter Miami began their campaign at the Club World Cup with a 0-0 draw against Al Ahly at Hard Rock Stadium. It was a [...] The post FIFA CWC: We Knew We Were Up Against A Strong Al Ahly Team –Mascherano appeared first on Complete Sports.
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4 questions raised as CCTV footage of Albert Ojwang’s last moments emerges
4 questions raised as CCTV footage of Albert Ojwang’s last moments emerges
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Bayern Munich Favourites To Win Club World Cup –Kane
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has tipped the team as favourites to win the Club World Cup. In a chat with Germany’s TZ newspaper, the England international stated Bayern are, “taking the tournament seriously and preparing well.” “We’re certainly one of the favourites. I think this season has shown what kind of a team we [...] The post Bayern Munich Favourites To Win Club World Cup –Kane appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Messi Features As Al Ahly Hold Inter Miami In 2025 Club World Cup Opener
Inter Miami star Lionel Messi played all 90 minutes as the MLS club was held to a goalless draw by Al Ahly in Sunday’s 2025 Club World Cup opener at Hard Rock Stadium. The 2022 World Cup winner could have broken the deadlock, but his beautiful free-kick hit the side of the net. Messi was [...] The post Messi Features As Al Ahly Hold Inter Miami In 2025 Club World Cup Opener appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Watch: Osimhen spotted as Arokodare steals show with hot dance at brother’s wedding
Victor Osimhen was spotted at the wedding of Super Eagles forward Tolu Arokodare’s elder brother, Lawrence Arokodare, who tied the knot with Khadijah Garba in Lagos on Saturday, Soccernet.ng reports. The Napoli striker has been enjoying his off-season break in Nigeria, having earlier been seen at various events across Lagos — including a viral moment […]
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Thomas Frank’s request, Raphael Onyedika’s possible gain: Will Tottenham sign Super Eagles star?
Thomas Frank left Brentford for Tottenham Hotspur earlier in the week, and Super Eagles midfielder Raphael Onyedika might just be one of his signings, Soccernet.ng reports. Tottenham sacked Ange Postecoglou last week following their dismal campaign that saw them finish 16th in the English Premier League, albeit they won the Europa League. Then, earlier this […]
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Victor Osimhen transfer latest: 8 giants make contact but Man United & AC Milan fall behind
Victor Osimhen is firmly on the radar of some of Europe’s biggest clubs, with eight top teams reportedly in the race to sign the Nigerian striker this summer, Soccernet.ng reports. According to transfer market expert Rudy Galetti for TEAMtalk, Galatasaray, Juventus, PSG, Chelsea, Manchester United, Arsenal, AC Milan, and Real Madrid have all made contact […]
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Inter Milan Forward Stuck In Iran, To Miss FIFA Club World Cup
Inter Milan forward Mehdi Taremi will not be able to join his teammates at the Club World Cup in the United States as he is stuck in Tehran amid the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel. Flights from all Iranian airports have been grounded following an exchange of military strikes between Iran and Israel over [...] The post Inter Milan Forward Stuck In Iran, To Miss FIFA Club World Cup appeared first on Complete Sports.
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2025 FIFA Club World Cup: Europe’s Billionaire Giants Dwarf Global Rivals In Market Value Showdown
The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup ushers in a new era for global club football, expanding the tournament to include more teams from all continents. With increased representation and a revamped format, the competition promises to showcase not just footballing talent but also the stark financial realities that shape the modern game. As 32 clubs [...] The post 2025 FIFA Club World Cup: Europe’s Billionaire Giants Dwarf Global Rivals In Market Value Showdown appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Super Falcons goalkeeper Nnadozie pens emotional farewell message to Paris FC
Super Falcons goalkeeper, Chiamaka Cynthia Nnadozie, has penned an emotional farewell message after her exit from Paris FC was confirmed, Soccernet.ng reports. The 24-year-old joined the French side in 2020 from Nigerian side, Rivers Angels, but now has her gaze fixed on another destination after her contract with Paris FC expired. In over 100 domestic […]
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Rangers exit nears as Super Eagles star agrees terms with Greek Champions
Super Eagles and Rangers forward, Cyriel Kolawole Dessers, is closing in on a move to 13-time Greek Champions, AEK Athens, Soccernet.ng reports. The 30-year-old goalscorer moved to Ibrox in the summer of 2023, joining the record Scottish Champions for €5m on a four-year deal. Life in Scotland has been dilly-dallying for Dessers, as he won […]
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Suarez: Yamal Making Huge Difference At Barca
Inter Miami star Luis Suarez believes Lamine Yamal is making a huge difference at Barcelona despite his young age. Just 17, Yamal is a LaLiga and Euros winner and is being mentioned for this year’s Ballon d’Or title. In a chat with Marca, Suárez stated that he’s delighted seeing the Spanish international come through at [...] The post Suarez: Yamal Making Huge Difference At Barca appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Napoli Prepare Bid For Lookman
Serie A champions Napoli are targeting a move for Atalanta winger Ademola Lookman, reports Completesports.com. According to Italian news outlet, Gazetta dello Sport, manager Antonio Conte has requested that the Partenopei sign the Nigeria international as replacement for Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. Napoli sold Kvaratskhelia to European champions Paris Saint-Germain in January. Conte has identified Lookman as [...] The post Napoli Prepare Bid For Lookman appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Atletico Madrid Interested In Signing Liverpool Star Defender
Atletico Madrid are interested in signing Liverpool defender Andy Robertson as the Anfield club edge towards a deal to bring in Bournemouth’s Milos Kerkez as their first-choice left-back. Robertson said last week he had not given his future much thought, with his focus on a enjoying a well-earned holiday after another long and successful season [...] The post Atletico Madrid Interested In Signing Liverpool Star Defender appeared first on Complete Sports.
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I’ve Been Having Sleepless Nights After Losing French Open Title –Sinner
Tennis star Jannik Sinner has disclosed that he’s been having sleepless nights after losing the French Open final to Carlos Alcaraz. The Italian held three consecutive match points in the fourth set of last weekend’s clash at Roland Garros, having also led by two sets to love, only for Alcaraz to fight back and claim [...] The post I’ve Been Having Sleepless Nights After Losing French Open Title –Sinner appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Makelele Tips Chelsea To Win Club World Cup
Chelsea legend Claude Makelele says he’s optimistic the Blues can lift the Club World Cup in the United States. The London club have been grouped alongside Flamengo, Esperance, and Leon in Group D. Speaking with TribalFootball, the former France international stated that Chelsea have the players to compete for the trophy. Read Also: Okereke Agrees [...] The post Makelele Tips Chelsea To Win Club World Cup appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Prosperity Cup 2025 : EGM FC, Afini Ladies Triumph In Thrilling Finals
Eternal Grace Ministry EGM FC of Yenagoa have emerged champions of Nigeria’s biggest grassroots football spectacle, the Bayelsa Governor’s Football Tournament. EGM were equally champions in 2022, making them the only team to have achieved that feat. Playing in front of over Five Thousand enthusiastic soccer fans at the Samson Siasia Stadium in Yenagoa, EGM [...] The post Prosperity Cup 2025 : EGM FC, Afini Ladies Triumph In Thrilling Finals appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Nigeria Unveil Squad For Rugby Africa Cup 7s In Mauritius
The Nigeria Rugby Federation has unveiled the country’s senior men’s team Stallion 7s’ squad for the 2025 African Cup in Mauritius. In a post on the federation’s X handle, 12 players and two reserves were unveiled. The 12 players are Matthew Ilube, Isa Omale, Richard Adeniyi-Jones, Olukolade Adedoyin, Declan Nwachukwu, Gabriel Etim, Joshua Adams and [...] The post Nigeria Unveil Squad For Rugby Africa Cup 7s In Mauritius appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Victor Osimhen makes a shock demand of Napoli as Galatasaray, Juventus, Man United stay alert
Nigeria international Victor Osimhen has taken a dramatic step in trying to secure a permanent move away from Napoli, Soccernet.ng reports. Osimhen has reportedly asked club president Aurelio De Laurentiis to slash his €75 million release clause to €50 million. This is despite the Nigerian striker having helped agree to the figure himself during a […]
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Ndidi, Chukwueze, Arokodare out: Super Eagles best XI in Europe for 2024/25 season
The 2024/2025 European football league season has ended after an intense eleven months of football. Many Nigerian players played important roles for their clubs in the just-concluded campaign. While some performed to or above expectations, others flattered to deceive. Some Super Eagles stars even ended the campaign with trophies. For example, Victor Osimhen won the […]
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Serie A champions Napoli eye Super Eagles star as third summer signing after De Bruyne and Marianucci
Napoli have made a bold start to the summer transfer window with the high-profile capture of Kevin De Bruyne and the promising Luca Marianucci — and now the Serie A champions have set their sights on Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman, Soccernet.ng reports. The Italian giants, who secured their fourth Scudetto title this season, are keen […]
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Wydad President Confirms Attempt To Sign Ronaldo For Club World Cup
Wydad Casablanca president Hicham Ait-Menna has revealed that the club made an attempt to sign Cristiano Ronaldo. The Moroccan giants wanted to sign the Portugal captain on a short-term for the Club World Cup. The experienced forward was also approached by a number of clubs, who will take part in the competition. Read Also: Mastantuono [...] The post Wydad President Confirms Attempt To Sign Ronaldo For Club World Cup appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Dembele: I’m Not Obsessed With Ballon d’Or Award
PSG’s Champions League winner Ousmane Dembele says he’s not too obsessed with the Ballon d’Or award. The France international, who is one of the few players that has been tipped to win the award, stated this in an interview with the club’s website. Dembele wonn the Champions League, Ligue 1, Coupe de France and French [...] The post Dembele: I’m Not Obsessed With Ballon d’Or Award appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Okereke Agrees Move To Turkish Club Kocaelispor
David Okereke is on the verge of sealing a permanent transfer to Turkish Super Lig side Kocaelispor. Okereke spent the 2024/25 campaign on loan at another Turkish Super Lig club Gaziantep FK from Serie B side Cremonese. The 26-year-old made a big impression at the Gaziantep, netting 10 goals and three assists in 30 league [...] The post Okereke Agrees Move To Turkish Club Kocaelispor appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Mastantuono Has All The Characteristics To Succeed At Real Madrid –Mascherano
Inter Miami coach Javier Mascherano believes Real Madrid new signing Franco Mastantuono has all the characteristics to succeed at the Santiago Bernabeu. Recall that the 17 year-old signed for the Los Blancos this week, though will remain with River Plate until after the Club World Cup. Speaking with Ole, Mascherano described Mastantuono as an incredible [...] The post Mastantuono Has All The Characteristics To Succeed At Real Madrid –Mascherano appeared first on Complete Sports.
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2 officers killed in Kenya Air Force plane crash in Kwale
2 officers killed in Kenya Air Force plane crash in Kwale
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Kenya Air Force plane crashes in Kwale, fatalities reported
Kenya Air Force plane crashes in Kwale, fatalities reported
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