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AFCON 2027Q: Chelle Defends Okoye’s Exclusion For Tanzania Double-Header
Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has defended his decision to leave Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye out of his squad for the double-header against Tanzania in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Okoye was a notable omission from the squad announced for the two-legged encounter against the Taifa Stars. Chelle Speaks On Okoye’s Omission [...] The post AFCON 2027Q: Chelle Defends Okoye’s Exclusion For Tanzania Double-Header appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Boniface Eyes January Exit From Leverkusen Amid Limited Playing Time
Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface is pushing for a January exit from Bayer Leverkusen after enduring a frustrating start to the 2026/27 Bundesliga season. The 25-year-old has made just two league appearance this season – five minutes* in Leverkusen’s opening-day 3-2 defeat to newly promoted SV Elversberg in August, with 12 minutes total across all [...] The post Boniface Eyes January Exit From Leverkusen Amid Limited Playing Time appeared first on Complete Sports.
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January window: The deadlines Bassey, Lookman and Boniface face
The January 2027 transfer window shuts on different days across Europe, with England, Germany and Italy closing on 1 February and Turkey and Portugal later, which matters for Calvin Bassey, Ademola Lookman and Victor Boniface.
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Fernandes Rejects Second Man United Contract Offer
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has rejected a second contract offer from the club, with his current deal due to expire at the end of the season. The club’s first proposal was made in the summer when talks first began over a new contract, but it was turned down by Fernandes, according to Sky Sports. [...] The post Fernandes Rejects Second Man United Contract Offer appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Eric Chelle: ‘If we win, I take the credit’ before Tanzania in Uyo
Eric Chelle has staked his own reputation on Friday's AFCON 2027 qualifier against Tanzania, with Nigeria chasing Group L leaders Guinea-Bissau.
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Pochettino Set To Sign Two-and-a-half Year Deal To Succeed Carrick At Man United
Mauricio Pochettino is set to sign a two-and-a-half year deal to succeed Michael Carrick at Manchester United. United are set to pay the buyout in the Argentine’s United States contract — worth in the region of $10million (£7.4m) — after they identified him as their preferred choice to replace the outgoing head coach, as reported [...] The post Pochettino Set To Sign Two-and-a-half Year Deal To Succeed Carrick At Man United appeared first on Complete Sports.
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AFCON 2027Q: ‘We’re Here To Compete’ – Tanzania Coach Gamondi Declares Ahead Super Eagles Showdown
Tanzania head coach Miguel Gamondi has assured that his side are ready for a tough contest against Nigeria’s Super Eagles ahead of their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matchday-three encounter. The Taifa Stars head into the fixture as underdogs, having failed to record a single victory in their previous 11 meetings with the Super [...] The post AFCON 2027Q: ‘We’re Here To Compete’ – Tanzania Coach Gamondi Declares Ahead Super Eagles Showdown appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Nations League: “We Are On The Right Path” –Klopp Rejects Claims German Football Lacks World-Class Talent
Germany manager Jurgen Klopp has rejected suggestions that his national squad lacks world-class quality, calling for patience as he rebuilds the four-time world champions following a decade of major tournament struggles. Appointed over the summer to replace Julian Nagelsmann after Germany suffered a shock round-of-32 World Cup exit to Paraguay, their third consecutive premature departure [...] The post Nations League: “We Are On The Right Path” –Klopp Rejects Claims German Football Lacks World-Class Talent appeared first on Complete Sports.
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It’s a Lie –Rogers Slams Critics Questioning Palmer’s England Commitment
England forward Morgan Rogers has fiercely defended his Chelsea teammate and childhood friend Cole Palmer, dismissing accusations that the 24-year-old lacks commitment to the national team as “lies” and “nonsense”. Rogers, who opened the scoring in England’s 2-1 UEFA Nations League victory over Croatia on Thursday night alongside a Harry Kane penalty, spoke out following [...] The post It’s a Lie –Rogers Slams Critics Questioning Palmer’s England Commitment appeared first on Complete Sports.
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AFCON 2027Q: Super Eagles Handed Lifeline As Guinea-Bissau Force Madagascar To 1-1 Draw
Nigeria’s Super Eagles have received a major boost in their Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualification bid after Group L leaders Guinea-Bissau were held to a 1-1 draw by Madagascar on Thursday. Guinea-Bissau had the chance to go nine points clear if they had beaten Madagascar twice but the draw changes everything as Guinea-Bissau remain [...] The post AFCON 2027Q: Super Eagles Handed Lifeline As Guinea-Bissau Force Madagascar To 1-1 Draw appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Rasheedat Ajibade: Named in FIFA’s 13-strong cohort with Putellas
Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade is one of 13 players in the second edition of FIFA's Player Impact Programme, with her grassroots health project for female footballers in Nigeria.
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Wenger Plotting Sensational Bid To Unseat Infantino As FIFA President
Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is reportedly plotting a sensational bid to unseat Gianni Infantino as president of FIFA when football’s world governing body holds its next election in March 2027. The 77-year-old Frenchman is preparing to mount a leadership challenge against the beleaguered Swiss administrator, positioning himself as a reformist candidate determined to restore [...] The post Wenger Plotting Sensational Bid To Unseat Infantino As FIFA President appeared first on Complete Sports.
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AFCON 2027Q: Ghana’s Black Stars Revive Campaign With 2-0 Win Over Somalia
Ghana’s Black Stars finally got their Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualification campaign back on track with a 2-0 victory over Somalia on Thursday at the Essipong Sports Stadium, Sekondi-Takoradi. Interim coach Kim Lars Björkegren, who replaced Carlos Queiroz after a disastrous start, secured his first win in charge. Ghana had started Group C with [...] The post AFCON 2027Q: Ghana’s Black Stars Revive Campaign With 2-0 Win Over Somalia appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Euromatch NPFL: Bendel Insurance Can Silence Shooting Stars in Ibadan – Boboye
Bendel Insurance technical adviser Kennedy Boboye has expressed confidence in his team’s readiness ahead of their Matchday 13 Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, encounter against Shooting Stars. The highly anticipated fixture will take place on Friday at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba, Ibadan, as both sides prepare to renew their rivalry. Bendel Insurance head into [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: Bendel Insurance Can Silence Shooting Stars in Ibadan – Boboye appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Flamingos: Why Tinubu’s ₦100m reward comes with an age condition
President Bola Tinubu has awarded each Flamingos player ₦100m in savings certificates after their U-17 Women's World Cup win, with coach Hakeem Busari also rewarded.
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AFCON 2027Q: Super Eagles Must Work Hard To Overcome Tanzania – Chelle
Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has challenged his players to give their best as Nigeria prepares for a crucial 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double-header against Tanzania. Nigeria will be looking to revive its qualifying campaign following a disappointing 3-0 defeat to Guinea-Bissau in their previous outing. The Super Eagles are set to [...] The post AFCON 2027Q: Super Eagles Must Work Hard To Overcome Tanzania – Chelle appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Hearn Blasts Joshua Vs Fury Undercard Lineup
Matchroom Boxing chairman Eddie Hearn has delivered a blunt assessment of the newly unveiled undercard for Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua’s blockbuster heavyweight clash. Fury and Joshua are finally set to settle their decade-long rivalry on December 11 at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium. Read Also:2027 AFCONQ: Super Eagles Warned Against Underestimating Tanzania By Ex-Int’l Iroha With [...] The post Hearn Blasts Joshua Vs Fury Undercard Lineup appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Doma United vs Barau FC: Preview as Agagbe’s draw experts visit Gombe
Doma United are unbeaten in six home games, and Barau FC have lost only once all season, as Eugene Agagbe's side chase the NPFL leaders in Gombe.
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2027 AFCONQ: Super Eagles Warned Against Underestimating Tanzania By Ex-Int’l Iroha
Former Nigeria defender, Ben Iroha, has warned the Super Eagles against underestimating Tanzania’s Taifa Stars ahead of Friday’s crucial 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier, scheduled to take place at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Completesports.com reports. Iroha said victory in Friday’s encounter is vital to Nigeria’s quest to qualify for [...] The post 2027 AFCONQ: Super Eagles Warned Against Underestimating Tanzania By Ex-Int’l Iroha appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Shearer Backs Pochettino To Revive Manchester United
Premier League legend Alan Shearer has backed Mauricio Pochettino to restore Manchester United to their former glory, provided the club’s hierarchy gives him full control over squad decisions. Reports on Thursday afternoon indicate that Pochettino’s appointment to replace Michael Carrick is currently being finalized. An official announcement is expected in the coming days, with the [...] The post Shearer Backs Pochettino To Revive Manchester United appeared first on Complete Sports.
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AFCON 2027Q: Tijani Eager To Become Super Eagles Regular, Targets Maximum Points Against Tanzania
Dukla Prague midfielder Samson Tijani has expressed his ambition to become a regular member of the Super Eagles as he looks to establish himself in the national team, reports Completesports.com. The 24-year-old is currently with the Super Eagles squad ahead of their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double-header against Tanzania’s Taifa Stars. Tijani has [...] The post AFCON 2027Q: Tijani Eager To Become Super Eagles Regular, Targets Maximum Points Against Tanzania appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Euromatch NPFL: “We Are In High Spirits” –Bendel Insurance Media Officer Backs Team Ahead Of 3SC Clash
Bendel Insurance of Benin media officer Kehinde Osagiede has expressed strong optimism that the team will secure a positive result when they square off against Shooting Stars in Friday’s Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) fixture. The Benin Arsenal enter the highly anticipated encounter sitting second on the NPFL table with 21 points, buoyed by a [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: “We Are In High Spirits” –Bendel Insurance Media Officer Backs Team Ahead Of 3SC Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Mubarak Suleiman: Meet the Slavia teenager now in Chelle’s Uyo camp
Slavia Prague's 19-year-old Mubarak Suleiman is in the Super Eagles camp for the Tanzania qualifiers after four goals in a week for the Czech club.
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Euromatch NPFL: Enyimba Gear Up For Ikorodu City Showdown
Enyimba have expressed their readiness for their Nigeria Premier Football League,NPFL, Matchday 13 encounter against Ikorodu City. The People’s Elephant will welcome Ikorodu City to the Enyimba International Stadium, Aba, on Sunday, as they seek to return to winning ways following last weekend’s disappointing 1-0 away defeat to Ranchers Bees in Minna. Read Also:The NPFL [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: Enyimba Gear Up For Ikorodu City Showdown appeared first on Complete Sports.
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AFCON 2027Q: Ugbade Charges Super Eagles To Sweep Tanzania In Double-Header
Former Nigerian international Nduka Ugbade has urged the Super Eagles to secure victories across both legs of their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying double-header against Tanzania to keep their qualification hopes firmly on track. The three-time African champions are set to welcome the Taifa Stars to the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo [...] The post AFCON 2027Q: Ugbade Charges Super Eagles To Sweep Tanzania In Double-Header appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Semi Ajayi: Arsenal display makes his case to start in Uyo
Super Eagles defender Semi Ajayi is available for Tanzania after Hull put his early exit at Arsenal down to cramps, following a Team of the Week display.
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Crystal Palace Sack Manager Sage After Dismal Premier League Start
Struggling Premier League club Crystal Palace have sacked manager Pierre Sage after just 16 matches. Sage, appointed in June on a three-year contract to replace Oliver Glasner, leaves with Palace bottom of the Premier League table after winning just two of his 10 league matches in charge. “Crystal Palace Football Club can confirm that Pierre [...] The post Crystal Palace Sack Manager Sage After Dismal Premier League Start appeared first on Complete Sports.
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2026 Youth Olympics: Team Nigeria End Campaign With Three Gold Medals
Team Nigeria concluded its campaign at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games with three gold medals—all in athletics. This is Nigeria’s best-ever gold medal haul at the Youth Olympics, surpassing the previous high of two golds from the inaugural Singapore 2010 edition. The medals came exclusively from sprint events. Gift Bright (men’s 100m) won gold [...] The post 2026 Youth Olympics: Team Nigeria End Campaign With Three Gold Medals appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Alex Iwobi: 24 chances created, and one name above him in the league
Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has created 24 chances in 10 Premier League games for Fulham, second only to Pascal Groß, before Nigeria face Tanzania.
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Super Falcons news: An Algiers friendly with Morocco already in view
The Super Falcons are lining up a friendly with Algeria, expected in Algiers this month, ahead of a 2028 Olympic qualifier against Morocco.
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Manchester United Part Ways With Michael Carrick
Manchester United have announced the dismissal of head coach Michael Carrick, just days after the Red Devils played out an entertaining 4-4 draw against Aston Villa in the Premier League. Carrick returned to Old Trafford in January and guided United to a third-place finish in the 2025/26 campaign, recording 12 victories in the club’s final [...] The post Manchester United Part Ways With Michael Carrick appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Victor Osimhen: ‘You cannot fault that,’ Kojo Williams on CAF snub
Former NFA president Kojo Williams links Victor Osimhen's omission from the 2026 CAF Awards shortlist to Nigeria's results and the league he plays in.
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Maduka Okoye: Padelli’s defence and the keeper he says decided Venezia
Udinese goalkeeper Daniele Padelli says Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye is being made a scapegoat after 25 goals conceded in 11 Serie A games.
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Dapo Afolayan: Mowbray’s ‘be more positive’ call, and what followed
Dapo Afolayan scored Blackburn Rovers' winner against West Ham after Tony Mowbray chose an attacking line-up, as the England-born forward waits for a first Super Eagles call.
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AFCON 2027Q: 5 Key Tanzanian Players The Super Eagles Must Watch
The Super Eagles are set to face Tanzania’s Taifa Stars in a 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double-header during the current international window. Although Nigeria boast a richer history and greater experience on the continental stage, Tanzania possess several dangerous players capable of troubling the three-time African champions. Blessed with pace, creativity, impressive counter-attacking [...] The post AFCON 2027Q: 5 Key Tanzanian Players The Super Eagles Must Watch appeared first on Complete Sports.
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