Arsenal star Mikel Merino was the match winner once again as his late strike for Spain helped them to a 2-1 win against Belgium in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinal on Friday. With two minutes left in the game Merino, who was the match winner in the round of 16 against Portugal, pounced on [...] The post World Cup 2026: Merino Strikes Late Again As Spain Edge Out Belgium, Set Up Semifinal Clash With France appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles and Paris FC winger Moses Simon has alleged that he was denied the opportunity to sign for Enugu Rangers early in his football career because he was not igbo. Simon, who made the claim in an interview with UrbanDwellSport, revealed that he spent three months training with the Flying Antelopes and believed he [...] The post Enugu Rangers Refused To Sign Me Because I Was Not Igbo —Super Eagles Star Simon Claims appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles defender Benjamin Fredrick has been promoted to Brentford’s first-team squad ahead of the 2026/27 Premier League season. The 21-year-old has also committed his future to the Bees by signing a new four-year contract, with the club holding the option to extend the deal by a further 12 months. Fredrick initially joined Brentford B [...] The post Brentford Reward Fredrick With New Contract, First-Team Promotion appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has officially ruled himself out of the running to replace Ronald Koeman as the Netherlands head coach. Ten Hag cited his complete commitment to his current two-year project as the technical director at FC Twente. Read Also:World Cup 2026: ‘When It’s Mbappe, There’s No Problem’ –Deschamps Lauds Le [...] The post World Cup 2026: Ten Hag Distances Self From Replacing Koeman As Netherlands Coach appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigeria's Super Falcons have unveiled the 25 players that will represent the country at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco as they begin their quest for a record-extending 11th continental title, Soccernet.ng reports. Head coach Justine Madugu announced the squad through the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), with a blend of experienced […]

Super Falcons of Nigeria head coach Justin Madugu has unveiled his final 25 players for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. The final squad, which is dominated by the WAFCON 2024 winning squad, was posted on the Super Falcons official X handle today (Friday). Among the players who made the cut [...] The post Madugu Unveils Super Falcons Final Squad For WAFCON 2026 appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles defender Benjamin Fredrick has committed his future to English Premier League Brentford by signing a long-term contract, Soccernet.ng reports. Fredrick was one of the best players from Nigeria's 2024 Under-20 World Cup squad. And his performances later earned him a transfer to Brentford in 2024. Just after his first year, he was named […]

Norwegian club Lillestrøm have announced the signing of Nigerian youngster Seun Akanji on a permanent transfer, Completesports.com reports. Akanji arrived at Lillestrøm on trial one and a half years ago, with the Birds securing an option to sign him once he turned 18. Akanji Eager To Impress At Lillestrøm The forward is hopeful of a [...] The post Done Deal: Nigerian Striker Joins Norwegian Club Lillestrøm On Four-Year Contract appeared first on Complete Sports.

Spanish champions Barcelona have reached a full agreement with Borussia Dortmund to sign Karim Adeyemi, Soccernet.ng reports. The German forward, who is of Nigerian descent, had been the subject of intense transfer speculation throughout the summer. With his contract at Dortmund due to expire in 2027 and no breakthrough in talks over a new deal, the Bundesliga club […]

French sports newspaper L’Équipe has reported that Sadio Mané has not retired from international football. The French sports outlet said that a fake statement circulating on social media announced the Senegal star’s retirement, suggesting that the rumor originated from an AI-generated letter that was mistakenly republished by several media outlets. Among them was beIN Sports, [...] The post Mané Has Not Retired From International Football —French Sports Publication L’Équipe appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has appointed Ugandan official Shamirah Nabadda as the centre referee for Saturday’s 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup final qualifying round second-leg clash between Benin Republic and Nigeria’s Flamingos. Malian official Fanta Idrissa Kone will serve as the first assistant referee, while Fides Bangurambona of Burundi has been named [...] The post U-17 WWCQ: Uganda’s Nabadda Named Referee For Benin vs Flamingos appeared first on Complete Sports.

Brazilian legend Romário has called for the immediate dismissal of national team manager Carlo Ancelotti, labeling Brazil’s early FIFA World Cup 2026 exit to Norway as a disgrace and an embarrassment. He strongly criticized Ancelotti’s tactical choices and demanded that the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) terminate his contract. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Troost-Ekong Tips England [...] The post World Cup 2026: Sack Ancelotti Now -Brazil Legend appeared first on Complete Sports.

Michael Edwards has left his position as Chief Executive Officer of Football for Fenway Sports Group (FSG), Liverpool’s ownership group. He departed two years into a three-year contract, prompted by frustration over FSG’s failure to acquire a second European club to form a multi-club model. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Yamal’s Best Yet To Come –Spain [...] The post Edwards Steps Down As CEO Of Football At Liverpool Owners FSG appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Badminton Association of Japan donated training equipment to the Badminton Federation of Nigeria (BFN) under Japan’s Sport for Tomorrow initiative. The National Sports Commission (NSC) disclosed this on their X handle on Friday. The presentation, held at the Package B Indoor Sports Hall of the MKO Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, brought together the Chairman [...] The post Japan Donates Training Equipment To Badminton Federation Of Nigeria appeared first on Complete Sports.

German side Eintracht Frankfurt have entered the race to sign Super Eagles midfielder Raphael Onyedika from Club Brugge in the summer transfer window, Soccernet.ng reports. Onyedika’s future has become uncertain, especially after entering the final year of his contract with the Belgian club earlier this month and reports have increasingly linked him with a move away, as Club […]

Nigerian youngster Ikenna Prosper Ude-Chukwu has completed a move to Danish Superliga club FC Midtjylland from FC Ebedei. The 19-year-old defender will initially feature for FC Midtjylland’s U-19 side as he begins his development with the club, with the aim of progressing to the senior team. Ude-Chukwu Happy With Move Ude-Chukwu expressed his delight after [...] The post Done Deal: Nigerian Youngster Completes FC Midtjylland Move appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigeria has added another major continental event to it’s growing international sports calendar after securing the hosting rights for the 2027 Africa Beach Games Championship. This was confirmed in a statement by the National Sports Commission (NSC) on their official X handle on Friday. “The hosting rights were announced by the President of the Association [...] The post Nigeria Secures Hosting Rights For 2027 Africa Beach Games Championship appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey has revealed the toughest striker he has faced in the English Premier League, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Bassey has been one of the best defenders in the English top flight since joining Fulham from Ajax in 2023. His brilliance has seen him become a key man at the back for the Cottagers. […]

Samir Nasri was reportedly taken into custody in connection with a money laundering case involving alleged organised drug traffickers. French publication Le Parisien (via talkSPORT) claims that the former Arsenal and Manchester City star spent ten hours in custody before being released on Thursday. The report adds that the 39-year-old was released on the evening [...] The post Ex-Arsenal Star Questioned By Police Over Money Laundering Involving Organised Drug Traffickers appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigerian youngster John Otomewo is on the verge of sealing a move to French club Stade Reims, Completesports.com reports. According to m.sport5.co.il, Hapoel Jerusalem have reached agreement with Stade Reims on the sale of Otomewo. The Reds will receive €1.6 million from the Ligue 2 club for the 19-year-old midfielder. Read Also:Super Eagles Defender Pens [...] The post Nigerian Youngster Set To Join French Club Stade Reims appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Super Eagles winger and ex-Shooting Stars General Manager Dimeji Lawal has slammed John Obi Mikel over his recent attacks on the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Soccernet.ng reports. Lawal says the Chelsea legend should focus on providing practical solutions instead of repeatedly condemning the country's football administrators. Mikel made several explosive allegations while on a […]

Senegal legend Sadio Mané has announced his retirement from international football, bringing the curtain down on a remarkable 14-year career with the Lions of Teranga. The 34-year-old confirmed his decision in a statement published by Le Quotidien (via Citi Sports) on Friday, just days after Senegal’s 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign ended with a 3-2 [...] The post Mane Announces Retirement From International Football appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles defender Bright Osayi-Samuel could be set for a sensational return to Fenerbahce just one year after leaving the Turkish giants for Birmingham City, Soccernet.ng reports. The 28-year-old right-back joined the EFL Championship side on a free transfer last summer, hoping to reignite his career in England after spending four-and-a-half successful seasons in Istanbul. […]

Nigerian defender Christian Akpan has signed a new four-year contract with Belgian Pro League club KRC Genk, Completesports.com reports. The new deal will keep the versatile defender at the Cegeka Arena until 2030, underlining the club’s faith in his long-term potential. Akpan joined Genk in 2023 and steadily rose through the club’s youth ranks before [...] The post Super Eagles Defender Pens New Four-Year Deal With KRC Genk appeared first on Complete Sports.

Right now, the entire planet is fixated on the FIFA World Cup Quarterfinals. People are losing sleep over tactical lineups, debating referee decisions, and biting their nails down to the quick. But while the average fan is completely distracted by the drama on the pitch, a small, smart group of players is quietly executing a [...] The post The Best-Kept Secret Of The World Cup Quarterfinals: Why Joining iLOTBET Today Could Get You A ₦150M Mansion appeared first on Complete Sports.

Spain’s manager Luis de la Fuente has warned that Lamine Yamal’s best form is still yet to come ahead of their crucial World Cup quarter-final showdown against Belgium in Los Angeles. While the teenage sensation has been a constant threat, De la Fuente noted that the attacking brilliance he expects from Yamal has not yet [...] The post World Cup 2026: Yamal’s Best Yet To Come –Spain Coach appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigerian teenage midfielder John Otomewo is set to begin the next chapter of his fast-rising career in France, Soccernet.ng reports. French club Stade de Reims have agreed a deal to sign Otomewo from Israeli Premier League side Hapoel Jerusalem in what is being described as the biggest transfer in the Israeli club's history. According to […]

Former Nigerian international William Troost-Ekong has predicted that England will overcome Norway in tomorrow’s quarter-final clash in the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026. The encounter is expected to take place at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday evening in Miami. Road To Quarter-Final Stages Recall that England secured their spot in the last eight with a [...] The post World Cup 2026: Troost-Ekong Tips England To Beat Norway appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigerian winger Samuel Kalu has signed a new contract with Bulgarian club Botev Plovdiv, committing his future to the Yellow and Blacks until 2029. Kalu had been heavily linked with a move away from the club, with fellow Bulgarian outfit Levski Sofia and several Swiss clubs reportedly monitoring his situation. Botev Plovdiv have, however, moved [...] The post Super Eagles Winger Renews Contract With Bulgarian Club Botev Plodiv appeared first on Complete Sports.

This article contains detailed descriptions of a violent attack and its psychological aftermath On Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at approximately 10:50 a.m., according to the Alytus County Chief Police Commissariat, DFK Dainava star Jeremiah Chinonso was five minutes away from the team bus, following his regular matchday routine with his AirPods on, carrying the dream […]

Venezia have stepped up their efforts to sign Nigerian and Sevilla striker Akor Adams, who could be heading to Italy in the coming days, Soccernet.ng reports. The Serie A newcomers sent sporting director Filippo Antonelli to Spain for face-to-face talks with Sevilla over a deal for Adams, according to transfer insider Gianluca di Marzio. If […]

Hugo Broos has confirmed that his time as Bafana Bafana head coach has come to an end after more than five years in charge. The 74-year-old Belgian has, however, revealed that he could remain involved with the South African Football Association (SAFA) in an advisory or scouting role. Broos took charge of Bafana Bafana in [...] The post Broos Quits As South Africa Head Coach appeared first on Complete Sports.

France midfielder Adrien Rabiot took a swipe at Morocco after Les Bleus’ FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final victory, saying the team “had little to fear” from the opposition, who struggled to pose a threat in possession during the 2-0 win in Boston on Thursday. Morocco managed just five shots compared to France’s 22, with only [...] The post World Cup 2026: We Had Little To Fear From Morocco —France Midfielder Rabiot appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles and Paris FC winger Moses Simon has admitted that failing to secure a move to Liverpool remains one of the biggest regrets of his professional career, Soccernet.ng reports. The 30-year-old, who is on the back of his first season with Ligue 1 newcomers Paris FC after leaving FC Nantes, has enjoyed a successful […]