Bernardo Silva has been named as Portugal’s new captain after Cristiano Ronaldo’s retirement. The Real Madrid star, 32, has taken over the armband after Ronaldo ended his 23-year spell with the national team. Portugal boss Jorge Jesus revealed Ronaldo’s successor would be the player with the highest amount of caps in his squad. And that [...] The post Silva Named Portugal’s New Captain After Ronaldo Retirement appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has unveiled a 25-man squad for Nigeria’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON qualifying double-header against Tanzania’s Taifa Stars. Several key players have been included in the squad, with captain Wilfred Ndidi, Alex Iwobi, Calvin Bassey, Ademola Lookman and Moses Simon among the familiar faces called up by the [...] The post AFCON 2027Q: Chelle Names 25-Man Super Eagles Squad For Tanzania Double-Header appeared first on Complete Sports.

Galatasaray have confirmed that Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has undergone successful surgery following a knee injury sustained during their UEFA Champions League clash against Bundesliga side Stuttgart at the RAMS Park on Tuesday night. The 27-year-old underwent the procedure at Maslak Acıbadem Hospital, with Galatasaray club doctor, Yener İnce, leading the surgery. In a statement [...] The post Galatasaray Confirm Successful Surgery For Osimhen appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Matchday 12 fixture between Sporting Lagos and Rivers United has been postponed indefinitely with a new date to be announced in the days ahead. This was announced on the official X handle of the EUROMATCH Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) on Saturday, 7 November 2026. The game was set for today (Saturday) at the [...] The post EUROMATCH NPFL: Sporting Lagos vs Rivers United Postponed Indefinitely appeared first on Complete Sports.

Bayelsa United technical adviser Abdu Maikaba is optimistic about guiding the club back to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) following their relegation to the Nigeria National League ,NNL, last season. The Yenagoa-based side are targeting an immediate return to the top flight after an encouraging pre-season campaign in which they recorded just one defeat [...] The post NNL: Maikaba Targets Immediate NPFL Return With Bayelsa United appeared first on Complete Sports.

Leeds United goalkeeper James Trafford has opened up about the emotional toll of his short-lived return to Manchester City, describing the mental frustration of losing his starting spot under Pep Guardiola. Trafford rejoined City from Burnley in a £27 million deal after a standout campaign and started the club’s opening three Premier League fixtures. However, [...] The post Trafford Breaks Silence On Manchester City Frustrations, Leeds Move appeared first on Complete Sports.

Japan captain Honoka Yotsumoto has vowed to lead her side to the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup title as the Little Nadeshiko aim to honour the legacy of former players. Japan will be making their fourth appearance in the tournament’s final, having previously reached the decisive stage in 2010, 2014 and 2016. Their only [...] The post 2026 U-17 WWC: Japan Ready to Make History Against Flamingos – Yotsumoto appeared first on Complete Sports.

Japan head coach Sadayoshi Shirai has acknowledged that his team faces a difficult challenge against Nigeria’s Flamingos in the final of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. The Japanese have enjoyed an unbeaten run in Morocco, conceding just two goals throughout the competition. Shirai’s side also had to overcome stern tests against Ghana and [...] The post 2026 U-17 WWC: Japan Coach Shirai Braces For Tough Flamingos Test appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigeria U23 Eagles, defeated Ikenne-based club Grassrunners 3-1 in their final warm-up game at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne on Friday. The warm-up game is part of preparation for the 2027 U-23 AFCON qualifier with Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo). After a 0-0 draw with Remo Stars in their first warm up fixture, [...] The post U-23 Eagles Beat Third Division Side Grassrunners 3-1 In Final Warm-up Game Ahead Of DR Congo Tie appeared first on Complete Sports.

Genk striker Rafiu Durosinmi has six league goals this season but none in his last two games as Genk visit second-placed Union Saint-Gilloise on Sunday.

Hull City midfielder Tim Iroegbunam believes the Tigers have what it takes to spring a major surprise when they face Premier League leaders Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday. Sergej Jakirović’s side head into North London facing a formidable task against a Gunners team that reclaimed top spot following a 1–0 victory over Liverpool [...] The post EPL: It’s Possible – Iroegbunam Backs Hull City To Shock Arsenal At The Emirates appeared first on Complete Sports.

Galatasaray's confirmation of knee surgery for Victor Osimhen leaves Eric Chelle weighing Kelechi Iheanacho's Turkish form for the Tanzania qualifiers.

Flamingos captain Harmony Chidi has declared that the team is determined to make Nigeria proud by defeating Japan and clinching the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup title. Akeem Busari’s side will face Japan in the final at the Mohammed VI Football Complex, Pitch 4, in Rabat on Saturday (today). The encounter will mark the [...] The post 2026 U-17 WWC: ‘We Are Determined To Make Nigeria Proud’ – Flamingos Captain Chidi appeared first on Complete Sports.

Bayelsa United board member in charge of Technical Affairs, Godson Abaikade, has expressed firm optimism that the club’s new recruitment drive has produced a squad capable of securing immediate promotion back to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). Speaking ahead of the team’s opening fixture of the Nigeria National League (NNL) season, Abaikade assured supporters [...] The post Bayelsa United Board Member Confident Squad Has Quality To Secure NPFL Return appeared first on Complete Sports.

Portugal coach Jorge Jesus said he knew nothing about Cristiano Ronaldo’s retirement from international football. The 41-year-old made the announcement in an Instagram video, external on Thursday, the day before Jesus was due to announce his squad for this month’s Nations League fixtures. According to BBC Sport, speaking at Friday’s news conference, Jesus said that [...] The post I Knew Nothing About Ronaldo’s Retirement — Portugal Coach Jesus appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigeria is on the verge of sports history, again. Tonight, 7 November 2026, Nigeria’s Under-17 girls will be taking on their Japanese counterparts in the final match of the 2026 FIFA Under-17 World Cup in Casablanca, Morocco. It is a huge achievement for Nigeria considering the country’s relatively ‘poor treatment’ of sports for girls in [...] The post Women In Nigerian Sports – Good Luck Flamingos! — Odegbami appeared first on Complete Sports.

Akor Adams was in action as Venezia ended a three-match losing streak with a 2-1 Serie A victory over fellow strugglers Udinese on Friday. Adams featured for 90 minutes in the encounter which was his 11th appearance in the Italian topflight for Venezia. Also in action was Maduka Okoye, who featured in his 11th league [...] The post Adams Helps Venezia End Losing Streak After 2-1 Win Over Okoye’s Struggling Udinese appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Arsenal defender William Gallas believes William Saliba would find it almost impossible to turn down Real Madrid if the Spanish giants launch a bid for the French international. Saliba is closing in on a return to first-team action ahead of Arsenal’s clash against Hull City this weekend, having missed the entirety of the campaign [...] The post Gallas Claims Saliba Would Struggle To Turn Down Real Madrid appeared first on Complete Sports.

Mikel Arteta has issued update on the fitness of Arsenal trio Bukayo Saka, William Saliba and Ezri Konsa before they welcome Hull City to north London on Saturday afternoon. Arteta was first asked about Saka’s injury, with the winger left out of Thomas Tuchel’s England squad owing to the injury he picked up in our [...] The post Arteta Provides Fitness Update On Saka, Saliba, Konsa Ahead Of Arsenal vs Hull appeared first on Complete Sports.

Kelechi Iheanacho was on target as Bursaspor played out a 1-1 draw against Antalyaspor in their TFF 1. Lig encounter on Friday night. The Nigeria international had previously scored in 12 consecutive league matches for Bursaspor before his remarkable scoring run came to an end against Bandırmaspor last weekend. Iheanacho restored his scoring touch by [...] The post Iheanacho On Target in Bursaspor’s Draw At Antalyaspor appeared first on Complete Sports.

Victor Osimhen will miss the Super Eagles’ 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double-header against Tanzania after sustaining a knee injury. Turkish champions Galatasaray announced on Friday that the forward is scheduled to undergo knee surgery on Saturday following an injury picked up during their UEFA Champions League encounter with Bundesliga side VfB Stuttgart on [...] The post AFCON 2027Q: Osimhen Ruled Out Of Super Eagles’ Double-Header Against Tanzania appeared first on Complete Sports.

Kano Pillars were forced to a 1-1 draw by Kun Khalifat FC in their Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 12 encounter at the Dan Anyiam Stadium in Owerri on Friday. Substitute Sikiru Alimi gave the visitors the lead in the 76th minute with a powerful strike from outside the penalty area. However, Kun Khalifat [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: Kano Pillars Draw At Kun Khalifat FC To Extend Unbeaten Run appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigeria’s Flamingos have enjoyed a mixed but largely impressive record against Asian (AFC) opponents in the history of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, recording memorable victories and enduring a few painful defeats. Their latest triumph, a 3–1 victory over defending champions North Korea at the 2026 tournament in Morocco, further underlined their ability to [...] The post U-17 WWC: Six-Game Report Card — How Nigeria’s Flamingos Fared Against Asian Opponents appeared first on Complete Sports.

Manager Andoni Iraola has called on his players to deliver an immediate response when they face Crystal Palace on Sunday, following a frustrating week that saw his side suffer back-to-back defeats in domestic and European competition. After a narrow 1–0 loss to Arsenal in the Premier League last weekend, the squad suffered a 3–2 defeat [...] The post EPL: ‘We Have To React’ – Iraola Urges Team To Bounce Back Against Crystal Palace appeared first on Complete Sports.

A remarkable seven Premier League clubs have sent scouts to watch AC Milan defender Koni De Winter in recent matches, underlining the growing buzz around the 24-year-old Belgian. Liverpool, Manchester United, and Chelsea are the highest-profile names in that group, but Newcastle, Tottenham, Leeds United, and Brentford have also had representatives present at his games. […] The post Seven Premier League Clubs Scout AC Milan’s Koni De Winter Ahead Of Potential Summer Move appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Shooting Stars (3SC) head into Sunday’s NPFL clash with Barau FC at the Sani Abacha Stadium in Kano still searching for their first away win of the 2026/27 season. The Oluyole Warriors sit 10th with 15 points from 11 matches (four wins, three draws, four losses), just one point behind seventh-placed Barau (16 points: three [...] The post EUROMATCH NPFL: 3SC In Search Of First Win Away Ahead Of Barau FC Tie appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Falcons star Asisat Oshoala has once again demonstrated her deep appreciation for her roots, gifting a brand-new Toyota Highlander to her former grassroots coach, Emmanuel Osahon Orobosa. FC Robo International confirmed the gift, hailing the forward for remembering the mentor who helped launch her career back in 2009. Read Also:2026 U-17 WWC: Japan Captain [...] The post Oshoala Gifts Ex-Grassroots Coach Toyota Highlander In Appreciation appeared first on Complete Sports.

A high-powered Federal Government delegation, led by the Chairman of the National Sports Commission, NSC, Mallam Shehu Dikko, will be in attendance as Nigeria’s Flamingos take on Japan in the final of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. The delegation will also include the NSC Director General, Hon. Bukola Olopade, and the Comptroller-General of [...] The post 2026 U-17 WWC: Dikko, Olopade Lead FG Delegation To Cheer Flamingos In Final appeared first on Complete Sports.

Bendel Insurance have confirmed that they have submitted a strongly worded protest letter to the Nigeria Premier Football League ,NPFL, following their 1-0 defeat to Enugu Rangers in a rescheduled Matchday 9 fixture played in Awka, Anambra State, on Wednesday, The Benin Arsenals are challenging the validity of Rangers’ winning goal, which was scored in [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: Bendel Insurance Protest Rangers’ 1-0 Victory Over Alleged Breach Of IFAB Law appeared first on Complete Sports.

Thomas Tuchel has left Cole Palmer out of the England squad, along with Phil Foden and Kobbie Mainoo, but Jude Bellingham’s brother Jobe and Fulham midfielder Josh King have earned their first senior call-ups. Chelsea’s Palmer was hugely disappointed when he was overlooked for the World Cup in the summer after a stop-start season due [...] The post Nations League: Tuchel Leaves Palmer, Mainoo, Foden Out Of England Squad For Spain, Croatia Games appeared first on Complete Sports.

In November 5, 2026, the football world received confirmation of the end of an extraordinary chapter when Ronaldo announced his retirement from international football. At the age of 41, and after more than 23 years of representing Portugal, the legendary forward decided that the time had come to hand over the responsibility of wearing the [...] The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 159: Cristiano Ronaldo International Career appeared first on Complete Sports.

Tim Iroegbunam believes Hull City have what it takes to secure a shock away victory against Premier League champions Arsenal when the two sides meet at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Sergej Jakirovic’s men will head into the encounter with confidence following some encouraging performances this season. The Tigers have already demonstrated their ability [...] The post Iroegbunam: Hull City Can Upset Arsenal At Emirates appeared first on Complete Sports.

New Zealand police dismissed a rape allegation against Cape Verde captain Ryan Mendes and charged the accuser with making a false statement. Detective Inspector Scott Beard said Friday the claim that a sexual assault occurred at a central Auckland hotel in March had not been substantiated, as reported by ESPN. A 40-year-old woman has been [...] The post New Zealand Police Dismiss Rape Allegation Against Cape Verde’s 2026 W/Cup Star, Charge Accuser appeared first on Complete Sports.

Running a successful eCommerce business requires more than simply listing products on a website. Customers expect fast loading times, smooth navigation, secure payment options, and a consistent shopping experience across different devices. As online competition increases, businesses must invest in reliable technology that supports both customer satisfaction and long-term growth. Magento and Shopify are two [...] The post How Expert eCommerce Development Helps Businesses Build Better Online Stores appeared first on Complete Sports.

Boxing promoter Frank Warren has emphatically dismissed rumors suggesting Tyson Fury has suffered an injury that could derail his upcoming heavyweight clash against Anthony Joshua, branding the claims “absolute nonsense.” Speculation began after former heavyweight champion Frank Bruno suggested on the Fight Your Corner podcast that he had heard whispers of a potential injury in [...] The post ‘Absolute Nonsense’ – Warren Dismisses Fury Injury Rumours Ahead Of Joshua Showdown appeared first on Complete Sports.

Chidozie Iwundu's header gave Rangers International a 1-0 win over Bendel Insurance, while the NPFL handed Rivers United a suspended fine and points penalty.