Arsenal legend Patrick Vieira has emerged as the leading candidate to become Senegal’s next head coach following the team’s exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. According to French newspaper L’Equipe (via Morocco World News), the Senegalese Football Federation has started planning for the future of the national team after its World Cup elimination, with [...] The post Arsenal Legend Emerges As Leading Candidate For Senegal Coaching Job appeared first on Complete Sports.

Thomas Tuchel admitted he was unimpressed with England’s performance in their nervy 2-1 World Cup quarter-final win over Norway. After falling behind, Jude Bellingham’s double put the Three Lions into just their third World Cup semi-final since 1966. Norway, who overcame Brazil in the previous round, provided a stern test and took the lead through [...] The post World Cup 2026: Tuchel Slams England’s Performance Despite Win Against Norway appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Falcons midfielder Toni Payne is excited with the opportunity to play for Serie A giants Inter Women. Payne joined the Nerazzurri from English Women’s Super League, WSL, club Everton in a two-year deal on Saturday. The 31-year-old spent two years at Everton after arriving on a free transfer in 2024. Payne Ready For New [...] The post Payne Relishes New Challenge At Inter Milan appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) has dismissed head coach Pape Thiaw along with his entire technical staff following the country’s disappointing 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign, bringing an abrupt end to his tenure in charge of the Lions of Teranga, Africa Soccer reports. The decision comes amid growing pressure from supporters and football stakeholders after [...] The post Senegal Sack Head Coach Pape Thiaw After Disappointing World Cup Campaign appeared first on Complete Sports.

Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1 after extra time in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinals, setting up a semifinal clash with England. Alexis Mac Allister, Julián Álvarez, and Lautaro Martínez scored for Argentina, while Dan Ndoye scored for Switzerland. Switzerland played the entire extra time with 10 men. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Spain Capable Of Beating [...] The post World Cup 2026: Argentina Overcome Switzerland After Extra Time, Set Up Semi-Final Clash Against England appeared first on Complete Sports.

Jude Bellingham sent England into the World Cup semifinals with two goals as the Three Lions overturned a 1-0 deficit to seal a 2-1 extra-time win and end Norway hopes of a first-ever last four appearance in the tournament, ESPN reports. Bellingham became the first player to score back-to-back doubles in the knockout rounds of [...] The post Bellingham Bags Brace, Equals Maradona’s World Cup Feat As England Overcome Norway To Reach Semifinals appeared first on Complete Sports.

Spain manager Luis de la Fuente has disclosed that he is completely convinced his squad will beat France in their FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final clash. Recall that Spain advanced on a winning goal by substitute Mikel Merino in the 88th minute of the quarterfinals at SoFi Stadium. La Roja conceded its only goal of [...] The post World Cup 2026: Spain Capable Of Beating France –De La Fuente appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Falcons midfielder Toni Payne has completed a move to Italian Serie A Femminile side Inter Milan Women following the expiration of her contract with WSL side Everton, Soccernet.ng reports. Le Nerazzurre confirmed the signing earlier today, announcing that the Nigerian international has signed a two-year deal that will keep her at the club until […]

Nigeria's Flamingos have booked their place at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup after defeating Benin Republic 8-5 on aggregate in the final round of the African qualifiers, Soccernet.ng reports. The qualification was confirmed on Saturday, July 11, following an exciting 5-3 victory over Benin Republic in the second leg at the Stade de […]

Czech youngster Linda Noskova was at her best form as she recovered from missing five championship points to beat Karolina Muchova in Saturday’s Wimbledon final. The 21-year-old ninth seed blew five championship points in the second set before holding her nerve to secure a 6-2, 5-7, 6-3 victory and her maiden Grand Slam trophy. Read [...] The post Noskova Outclasses Muchova To Win Wimbledon Title appeared first on Complete Sports.

El-Kanemi Warriors were crowned champions of the 2026 President Federation Cup after edging Ikorodu City 1-0 in a tense final at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba, on Saturday. The decisive moment came in the 13th minute when Muktar Ismail calmly converted from the penalty spot, a goal that ultimately separated the two sides in a [...] The post President Federation Cup: El-Kanemi Warriors Beat Ikorodu City To Win Fourth Title appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigeria’s under-17 team, the Golden Eaglets, settled for a 1-1 draw against China in their final match of a four-nation invitational tournament, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Expectations were high for the squad, managed by former Sporting Lagos Academy boss, Eboboritse Uwejamomere, but the team failed to meet them. After a 3-2 loss to Tanzania and a 4-2 […]

Norway defender Kristoffer Ajer has disclosed that the squad will approach their FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final clash against England with a Brentford mentality, a mix of humility, collective spirit, and taking each match one step at a time. Despite being considered the underdogs against the tournament favorites, the Norwegian camp is riding high on [...] The post World Cup 2026: Norway Must Learn To Control Possession Against England –Ajer appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigeria’s Flamingos have qualified for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup after securing a thrilling 5-3 victory over Benin Republic at the Stade de Kégué in Lomé on Saturday. Akeem Busari’s side advanced 8-5 on aggregate, having won the first leg of the final qualifying round 3-2 in Ikenne. The Flamingos made a bright [...] The post Flamingos Edge Benin To Book Place At 2026 U-17 Women’s World Cup appeared first on Complete Sports.

Wolves have made their position on Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare clear amid growing interest from Turkish side Trabzonspor and several other European clubs, Soccernet.ng reports. Arokodare's future has been the subject of speculation following Wolves' relegation from the Premier League to the Championship at the end of last season. The Nigerian striker joined the Old Gold from Belgian side […]

Arsenal are interested in re-signing Dinos Mavropanos after the Greece international was relegated with West Ham. Mavropanos, 28, is wanted by several clubs and could be sold as part of a fire sale at the London Stadium. The defender is no stranger to the Gunners, who bought him from Greek club PAS Giannina for £1.8million [...] The post Arsenal Considering Re-signing Former Gunners Star appeared first on Complete Sports.

Kano Pillars have unveiled their new technical adviser Daniel Ogunmodede, Completesports.com reports. The 46-year-old was unveiled at the club’s secretariat by Chairman Ahmad Musbahu Garo on Saturday. The Sai Masu Gida recently appointed the young tactician as their new technical adviser, replacing Mohammed Babaganaru, who guided the club to safety last season. “We are delighted [...] The post NPFL: Kano Pillars Unveil New Technical Adviser Ogunmodede appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Real Madrid manager Rafael Benitez believes newly appointed Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has an edge over Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso because of his established Premier League experience. While Benitez praised Alonso’s tactical intelligence and success at Bayer Leverkusen, he noted that Iraola’s prior three-year stint at Bournemouth makes his transition to a massive club [...] The post Benitez: Iraola Has Slight Edge Over Alonso In Premier League appeared first on Complete Sports.

Alejandro Garnacho has not joined up with the Chelsea squad for pre-season as the Premier League club actively look to sell the winger, BBC Sport reports. Chelsea began pre-season training on Thursday for those members of the first-team squad not at the World Cup, but Garnacho was absent from the sessions at Cobham. The situation [...] The post Garnacho Absent From Chelsea Pre-season Training appeared first on Complete Sports.

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has disclosed that the team must show more grit if they are to defeat Switzerland in the quarter-final of the FIFA World Cup 2026. The defending champions are facing resilient opposition in Kansas City but remain driven by their head coach’s emotional call for total devotion and fighting spirit. Read Also:World [...] The post World Cup 2026: Argentina Must Show Grit Against Switzerland –Scaloni appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Falcons midfield star Toni Payne has left Everton and joined Inter Milan on a two-year deal. Inter announced the signing in a statement released on their official website on Saturday. “Internazionale Milano announces the arrival of Antionette Oyedupe “Toni” Payne at the Nerazzurri. The Nigerian striker, born in 1995, has signed a contract with [...] The post Super Falcons Midfielder Payne Joins Inter Milan On Two-Year Deal appeared first on Complete Sports.

Wolverhampton Wanderers have turned down an approach from Serie A club Fiorentina for Nigerian striker Tolu Arokodare, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. Romano also disclosed that Turkish Super Lig outfit Trabzonspor have submitted a proposal for the forward, but the player is not interested in joining the Black Sea Storm. “Understand Fiorentina had a [...] The post Wolves Turn Down Fiorentina Bid For Arokodare appeared first on Complete Sports.

South Africa and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Jayden Adams has died at the age of 25, just weeks after featuring for his country at the World Cup, BBC Sport reports. Adams featured in all three of South Africa’s group games at the tournament, where they reached the knockout stages before losing to co-hosts Canada in the [...] The post South Africa Midfield Star Dies Just Weeks After Featuring At 2026 World Cup appeared first on Complete Sports.

Kelechi Iheanacho's future at Celtic has taken another twist, with clubs from Saudi Arabia and Qatar now entering the race for the Super Eagles striker, Soccernet.ng reports. The 29-year-old became a free agent after his contract with the Scottish champions expired at the end of June, although Celtic have remained in talks with the Nigerian […]

Nigeria’s biggest grassroots event kicks off on July 23. The application period has officially closed, and 1xBet has announced the 100 teams that will compete in the new 1xCup season. Experienced teams, already accustomed to the pressure of big matches, and daring newcomers will fight for the title and generous prize money. All the participants [...] The post Best Of The Best: All 100 Participants In 1xCup 2026 Are Known appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nasarawa Amazons were crowned champions of the 2026 Nigeria Women’s President Federation Cup after edging Heartland Queens 6-5 on penalties in a thrilling final at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba on Saturday. The victory earned the Lafia-based club their third President Federation Cup title, adding to their previous triumphs in 2005 and 2019. Heartland Queens, [...] The post President Federation Cup: Nasarawa Amazons Beat Heartland Queens On Penalties To Win Women’s Title appeared first on Complete Sports.

Fatima Oloko has shared her excitement after earning her first-ever place in Nigeria Super Falcons' squad for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), Soccernet.ng reports. The Abia Angels goalkeeper described the achievement as the beginning of many more milestones. Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu included the 18-year-old goalkeeper in his final 25-player […]

The 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations will get under way in Morocco on Sunday, 26 July, with defending champions Nigeria aiming to capture a record-extending 11th continental title. Over the years, a host of Super Falcons stars have left an indelible mark on Africa’s biggest women’s football tournament, producing iconic performances and setting the [...] The post 10 Greatest Nigerian Performers In WAFCON History appeared first on Complete Sports.

Flamingos head coach Akeem Busari is confident his team will book a place at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup despite a stern challenge from Benin Republic. Nigeria will face the Young Amazons in the second leg of their final qualifying round tie at the Stade de Kégué in Lomé on Saturday (today). The [...] The post U-17 WWCQ: Busari Confident Flamingos Will Overcome Benin Challenge appeared first on Complete Sports.

Getafe have made a key decision on the future of Super Eagles midfielder Christantus Uche ahead of the new season, Soccernet.ng reports. Uche's future has been uncertain since he returned to Getafe following a difficult loan spell at Premier League side Crystal Palace. The 23-year-old joined Palace on loan last summer after an impressive breakthrough campaign in […]

Paris FC winger Moses Simon has welcomed the Nigeria Football Federation's decision to hand Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle a new long-term contract, Soccernet.ng reports. First vice-captain Simon says the Super Eagles players are united behind the Malian coach and believe he can take the national team to greater heights. The Nigeria Football Federation […]

Galatasaray have taken a major step in their bid to convince Victor Osimhen to remain in Istanbul by targeting Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde in what could become one of the biggest transfers in Turkish football history, Soccernet.ng reports. The Record Turkish champions are desperate to retain the services of the Super Eagles striker amid […]

Nigeria's Super Falcons have been issued a fierce warning by their toughest group stage opponents at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations later this month, Soccernet.ng reports. Zambia defender Margaret Belemu has sent a strong message ahead of her country's meeting with Nigeria at the continental championships. Belemu says the Copper Queens are ready […]