Kano Pillars travel to the Lekan Salami Stadium on Wednesday to face Shooting Stars in a rescheduled NPFL Matchday 3 fixture, with one clear target: a first point away to the Oluyole Warriors since 2017. The last time Pillars avoided defeat in Ibadan was June 7, 2017 — a 0-0 draw – but since then, [...] The post EUROMATCH NPFL: Kano Pillars Target First Point Away To 3SC In Nine Years appeared first on Complete Sports.

Following the Super Eagles 3-3 draw with Russia in Tuesday’s friendly encounter at the Nizhny Novgorod Stadiuim.Completesports.com’s ADEBOYE AMOSU appraises the performance of the players… Samuel James 5/10 The goalkeeper impressed on his Super Eagles debut despite conceding three goals Abdullahi Bewene 6/10 A strong performance from the right-back, who showed he is ready to [...] The post Friendly: How Super Eagles Rated In Thrilling Draw Against Russia appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has revealed that a tactical switch in his team’s attack led to their fight back in the 3-3 draw with Russia in Tuesday’s friendly encounter. Russia were cruising to victory after coming from a goal down to lead 3-1, after Kelechi Iheanacho had given the Super Eagles a 10th [...] The post FRIENDLY: Chelle Attributes Super Eagles’ Fightback In 3-3 Draw With Russia To Tactical Switch appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigeria's Super Eagles produced a remarkable second-half comeback to rescue a 3-3 draw against Russia at the Sovcombank Arena on Tuesday. Coach Eric Chelle's men took an early lead through Kelechi Iheanacho but went into half-time 2-1 down courtesy of strikes from Lechi Sadulaev and Matvey Kislyak. Alexey Miranchuk then extended Russia's advantage early in […]

Former Germany striker Oliver Bierhoff has backed Liverpool midfielder Florian Wirtz to make a future move to FC Barcelona. Bierhoff stated in Sport Bild that Wirtz would be an ideal fit for Barcelona under German manager Hansi Flick, noting that Wirtz would find plenty of space and brilliant teammates in the Catalan setup. Read Also:Friendly: [...] The post Germany Legend: Wirtz Would Fit In Well At Barca appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Nigerian international Nduka Ugbade has expressed satisfaction with the Super Eagles’ resilient display following their dramatic 3-3 draw against Russia in Tuesday’s international friendly. Eric Chelle’s side showed immense character in Moscow, coming back from a 3-1 deficit. Read Also:FRIENDLY: Super Eagles Stage Dramatic Comeback To Draw 3-3 With Russia After Kelechi Iheanacho opened [...] The post Friendly: ‘The Efforts Weren’t Bad at All’ –Ugbade Reacts To Eagles’ Six-Goal Thriller Against Russia appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigeria's Super Eagles produced one of the most extraordinary comebacks of Eric Chelle's tenure on Tuesday in their international friendly match against Russia. The three-time African champions clawed their way back from 3-1 down to draw 3-3 with Russia at the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium. Kelechi Iheanacho gave the Super Eagles a dream start after only […]

Peter Edokpolor netted on debut as the Super Eagles rallied back to secure a 3-3 draw against Russia in an international friendly game on Tuesday. Nigeria had entered the final 20 minutes of the clash trailing by two goals, but Eric Chelle’s side scored twice to secure a 3-3 result and prevent another defeat. The […]

A late Akor Adams strike saw the Super Eagles complete a dramatic comeback to force Russia to a 3-3 draw in Tuesday’s international friendly. It is now back-to-back draws for the Super Eagles against Russia, after their first encounter, also a friendly, ended 1-1 in 2025. More to follow…. The post FRIENDLY: Super Eagles Stage Dramatic Comeback To Draw 3-3 With Russia appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigeria have officially named a 21-player Flamingos squad for their 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup campaign in Morocco. Head coach Hakeem Busari is set to lead a new generation of young Nigerian stars onto the global stage. The squad is made up of three goalkeepers, seven defenders, five midfielders and six forwards, giving the […]

Flamingos head coach Akeem Busari has named a 21-player squad for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. Team captain Harmony Chidi leads the squad, alongside defenders Elizabeth Adesuyi and Esther Stephen, midfielders Mary Dustan and Favour Nkwocha, and forwards Tosin Rafiu, Queen Joseph, Precious Oscar and Oluwakemi Adegbuyi. Nigeria have been drawn [...] The post 2026 U-17 WWC: Flamingos Coach Busari Lists 21 Players For Morocco appeared first on Complete Sports.

The nine-time Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) champions, Enyimba FC, have officially unveiled the three shortlisted candidates in contention for the club’s Player of the Month award for September. The nominees,Wonah William, goalkeeper Dede Dare, and Chibueze Damian, were announced across the club’s official social media platforms following a demanding stretch of fixtures for the [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: Enyimba Unveil Trio Of Nominees For September Player Of The Month Award appeared first on Complete Sports.

Russia and Nigeria meet at the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium on Tuesday as the Super Eagles look to end a difficult international window on a positive note. Eric Chelle’s side will face Russia in their second meeting in 16 months, with both teams having played out a 1-1 draw at Moscow’s Luzhniki Stadium in June 2025. […]

In an unprecedented move that has sent shockwaves through the corridors of international football, the Norwegian Football Federation (NFF) has formally filed two major complaints with FIFA bodies, targeting President Gianni Infantino and probing deep-seated governance concerns. Led by NFF President Lise Klaveness, one of the most vocal critics of the current administration, the federation [...] The post Norway Target Infantino In Unprecedented Double Complaint To FIFA Committees appeared first on Complete Sports.

Kwara United Technical Adviser Ashifat Suleiman has moved to reassure the club’s passionate fanbase, expressing absolute confidence that the Harmony Boys will continue to grow and sharpen their competitive edge as the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season unfolds. Read Also:2028 Olympics Qualifier: Super Falcons Camp Bubbles With 18 Players As the team works through [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: We Will Get Better Gradually –Kwara United Technical Adviser Assures Supporters appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles boss Eric Chelle has included five players in line to make their senior international debuts in Nigeria's starting lineup for this afternoon's clash with Russia. More details shortly.

Completesports.com’s Live Blogging of Russia vs Nigeria — International Friendly match between Sbornaya (The National Team) and the Super Eagles at the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium (Sovcombank Arena) Russia. The post Russia Vs Nigeria Live Blogging – International Friendly Match appeared first on Complete Sports.

Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has warned Portugal coach Jorge Jesus to apologise to Cristiano Ronaldo or risk losing his job. Ferdinand said this in a podcast posted on his X, following ongoing dispute between Ronaldo and the new Portugal boss, which saw the 41-year-old storm out of the national team camp last week. “The [...] The post Portugal Coach Should Apologise To Ronaldo — Man United Legend appeared first on Complete Sports.

Eighteen players are currently in the Super Falcons’ camp in Ijebu-Ode as preparations intensify for their 2028 Olympic Games qualifying tie against Comoros. Christy Ucheibe, Toni Payne, and Janet Akekoromowei are the latest players to arrive the team’s camp in Ijebu Ode Fourteen players took part in Monday’s training session at the Remo Stars Sports [...] The post 2028 Olympics Qualifier: Super Falcons Camp Bubbles With 18 Players appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles and Brøndby IF forward Emmanuel Dennis has been handed another lifeline at the Danish club after the club failed to ship him out in the summer transfer window. The 28-year-old has struggled to find stability at any club since his time with Belgian side Club Brugge. Dennis has had stints with Watford, FC […]

MK Dons Women captain Favour Omenazu has received a late invitation to join the Super Falcons squad for Nigeria’s 2028 Olympic Games qualifying double-header against Comoros. Interim head coach Augustine Eguavoen called up the versatile midfielder following the withdrawal of some of the players initially invited for the second-round qualifying fixture. The call-up marks the [...] The post 2028 Olympics Qualifier: Omenazu Earns First Super Falcons Call-Up For Comoros Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.

Riccardo Calafiori marked a landmark moment in his international career on Monday, scoring his first goal for Italy in a 3-1 victory over Turkiye. The Arsenal left-back had been a regular starter for the Azzurri when fit and available, yet had never previously found the net for his country before this week. Calafiori chose a […] The post Roberto Mancini Hails Riccardo Calafiori As A “Leader” After Emotional First Italy Goal appeared first on Gooner Daily.

In Liberia, football has always been one of the social elements that bring people together. Through the various types of games – from domestic football games to international games – football provides an opportunity for interaction and sharing experiences among fans. However, the dynamics of the way fans interact with football are evolving through time. […] The post A New Era of Fan Culture: How Liberia Is Connecting Football, Entertainment and the Moment appeared first on Gooner Daily.

World football governing body, FIFA, has been accused of knowing that DR Congo used an ineligible player in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying playoff against Nigeria’s Super Eagles. According to an investigation by New York Times published Tuesday, the player at the centre is goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi, the French-born Le Havre keeper who went [...] The post ‘FIFA Aware DR Congo Fielded Ineligible Player Against Nigeria In W/Cup Qualifier’ — New York Times Investigation Claims appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria came under fire for their failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but the situation could have easily turned out differently. The three-time African Champions started the qualification process on a poor note, failing to secure a victory under former coaches Jose Peseiro and Finidi George. Eric Chelle […]

Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen is edging closer to a Galatasaray return after continuing his rehabilitation in Nigeria, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigeria international is targeting a carefully managed comeback against Kasımpaşa before Galatasaray's Champions League showdown with Barcelona. Left out of Nigeria's Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau, Osimhen spent part of […]

African football has produced some of the most unbelievable moments in international football history. From unexpected defeats to shocking qualification failures, these are *The 10 Biggest Shocks in AFCON Qualifying History!* Discover the biggest upsets, stunning results, and unforgettable moments that changed the course of Africa Cup of Nations qualifying. From football giants falling short [...] The post The 10 Biggest Shocks In AFCON Qualifying History appeared first on Complete Sports.

Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni has opened up about the profound emotional weight of losing his talisman, admitting that “only nostalgia remains” as Lionel Messi prepares to pull on the Albiceleste shirt for the final time. As Buenos Aires prepares for an emotional farewell match against Benin at a sold-out Monumental Stadium, Scaloni reflected on the [...] The post He Is an Incredible Example –Scaloni Hails Messi As Argentina Prepare For Historic Farewell appeared first on Complete Sports.

Shooting Stars Technical Adviser Salisu Yusuf is confident his side will recover from their difficult start to the season. The Oluyole Warriors have managed just two wins from their opening six league matches this season, and were also knocked out of the CAF Confederation Cup in the preliminary round by Tunisian side CS Sfaxien. Shooting [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: Yusuf Assures Shooting Stars Will Improve After Slow Start appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC) Bukola Olopade, has charged Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets to make history at the WAFU B U-17 Tournament in Burkina Faso. During a morale-boosting visit to the team’s training camp on Monday the NSC DG urged the players to approach the tournament with focus, discipline and determination, with [...] The post NSC Charges Golden Eaglets Ahead Of WAFU B U-17 Tourney appeared first on Complete Sports.

Viktor Gyokeres has extended his Nations League scoring record to seven consecutive games after putting Sweden ahead against Romania on Monday night. The Arsenal striker scored the only goal in Sweden’s 1-0 win over Romania in Bucharest, continuing a run which had already taken him beyond every other player in the history of the competition, [...] The post Gyokeres Extends Nations League Scoring Record With Romania Goal appeared first on Complete Sports.

Scottish football legend Ally McCoist has expressed deep sorrow over the current trajectory of Dele Alli’s career, admitting it is tragic that the former Tottenham and England star finds himself without a club and lacking suitors at just 30 years of age. Once regarded as one of Europe’s most electrifying young playmakers and a talismanic [...] The post McCoist Deeply Saddened By Alli’s Fall From Grace appeared first on Complete Sports.

Golden Eaglets head coach Eboboritse Uwejamomere has named a 25-man squad for the WAFU B U-17 Championship. Five-time world champions Nigeria have been drawn in Group B alongside Niger Republic and hosts Burkina Faso in the regional championship, which serves as a qualifying tournament for next year’s U-17 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Group [...] The post Golden Eaglets Coach Eboboritse Unveils WAFU B U-17 Championship Squad appeared first on Complete Sports.

Norway manager Stale Solbakken has issued a stark warning regarding the physical state of star striker Erling Haaland, admitting that the forward is “thoroughly spent” following a relentless sequence of matches for both club and country. The concerns came to a head during Norway’s UEFA Nations League encounter against Portugal, where a visibly exhausted Haaland [...] The post Norway Boss Raises Alarm Over Haaland’s Heavy Workload appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has fined Inter Lagos N5.25 million and deducted them three points and three goals, following attacks on match officials after Sunday’s week 7 1-1 draw with visiting Katsina United, completesports.com reports. This was disclosed in a statement by the NPFL on their X handle on Monday. “Inter Lagos have [...] The post EUROMATCH NPFL: Inter Lagos Fined N5.2m, Deducted Three Points, Three Goals For Assault On Match Officials appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle says his players are highly motivated to return to winning ways when Nigeria face Russia in an international friendly at the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium on Tuesday. The Super Eagles will be aiming to bounce back from their disappointing 3-0 defeat to Guinea-Bissau in their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations [...] The post Super Eagles Fired Up To Bounce Back Against Russia After Guinea-Bissau Setback — Chelle appeared first on Complete Sports.