Rivers United technical adviser Finidi George believes his team is better equipped for the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, campaign than they were last season. The Port Harcourt club, who finished second in the NPFL last season behind Rangers, are yet to taste defeat in the current campaign. Rivers United currently occupy second position on [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: Rivers United Stronger Than Last Season — Finidi appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Nigerian international Victor Ikpeba has shared his assessment of the Super Eagles’ ongoing goalkeeping debate in the wake of the team’s 2–1 victory over Madagascar in their opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier in Uyo. While reflecting on the team’s performance at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Ikpeba turned his attention to the battle [...] The post 2027 AFCONQ: ‘Nwabali Is Superior’ –Ikpeba Backs Chippa United Goalkeeper Over Okoye appeared first on Complete Sports.

Kadiri Ikhana believes the Super Eagles’ hard-fought 2-1 victory over Madagascar in their opening Group L fixture of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers has provided a timely confidence boost ahead of Tuesday’s away clash with Guinea-Bissau, Completesports.com reports. The former Nigeria defender and 1980 AFCON winner said the team’s ability to recover from [...] The post 2027 AFCONQ: Super Eagles’ Madagascar Win Boosts Confidence For Guinea-Bissau Clash — Ikhana appeared first on Complete Sports.

Saudi Arabian club Al-Ittihad have congratulated George Ilenikhena after the striker scored his maiden goal for the Super Eagles, Completesports.com reports. Ilenikhena marked his Nigeria debut with a goal in the Super Eagles’ 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying clash against Madagascar at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, on Friday night. Madagascar took a [...] The post AFCON 2027Q: Al-Ittihad Celebrate Ilenikhena’s Maiden Super Eagles Goal appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles coach Éric Chelle has delivered his verdict on his team following their shaky 2-1 win over Madagascar in their opening game of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, Soccernet.ng reports. ​The three-time African champions were favourites to claim all three points from the encounter, but they were pegged back after 16 minutes […]

Excitement is reaching fever pitch as the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) gears up for a thrilling northern derby, with Nasarawa United set to lock horns with Niger Tornadoes in what promises to be a fiercely contested encounter on Sunday. Matches between these two regional rivals have traditionally been characterized by high intensity, tactical chess [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: Fireworks Expected As Nasarawa United Face Niger Tornadoes In Northern Derby appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles playmaker Alex Iwobi has been officially named the Man of the Match following his stellar performance in Nigeria’s hard-fought 2–1 victory over Madagascar in their opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo. While goals from debutant George Ilenikhena and substitute Moses Usor sealed the dramatic comeback, [...] The post AFCONQ 2027: Iwobi Wins Man-Of-The-Match In Eagles’ Victory Over Madagascar appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade has paid tribute to veteran defender Osinachi Ohale following her decision to retire from international football. Ajibade Hails True Legend Ohale Ajibade described Ohale as “a true legend” and praised her dedication to the Nigerian national team throughout her illustrious career. “Thank you, Osi @OhaleOsinachi, for everything you gave to [...] The post ‘Thank You’ — Ajibade Salutes Retiring Super Falcons Veteran Ohale appeared first on Complete Sports.

Moses Simon reached a major milestone during the Super Eagles’ 2-1 win over Madagascar in Friday’s 2027 AFCON qualifying clash at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, Soccernet.ng reports. The Paris FC winger became the fifth Nigerian player to reach 100 appearances for the Super Eagles after coming on just after the half-hour mark […]

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has paid tributes to Nigeria’s Super Falcons legend Osinachi Ohale on her retirement from international football. Ohale, 34, announced her retirement from internationals football in a post on social media on Friday. “After 16 years of wearing the Nigeria jersey, representing my country and giving everything I had for [...] The post CAF Pays Tribute To Ohale On International Retirement appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Falcons defender Osinachi Ohale has announced her retirement from international football after an illustrious 16-year career with the Nigerian women’s national team. The experienced centre-back, 34, made the announcement on Friday via her social media accounts, bringing an end to a remarkable international career that saw her earn 86 caps for Nigeria. Ohale was [...] The post Super Falcons Defender Ohale Bows Out Of International Football appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Premier League defender Phil Bardsley has added fuel to the ongoing debate surrounding Cristiano Ronaldo’s international future, bluntly calling on the veteran forward to retire from Portugal duty following a disappointing performance against Wales. Ronaldo, international football’s all-time leading goalscorer, faced severe scrutiny from pundits and fans alike after turning in a subdued and [...] The post Retire Now — Bardsley Advises Ronaldo appeared first on Complete Sports.

Legendary Brazil and Real Madrid left-back Roberto Carlos has revealed that he lost 99 percent of everything he earned in football due to family and agents issues. Carlos was one of the key figures at the opening of the second day of the “Portugal Football Summit” and participated in the panel “Beyond the pitch: building [...] The post I Lost 99 Percent Of Everything I Earned In Football Because Of Family Issues, Agents — Roberto Carlos appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Falcons star Asisat Oshoala has joined fans and pundits in praising Super Eagles winger Moses Usor, following his sensational solo goal in Nigeria’s 2–1 victory over Madagascar in their opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. Coming off the bench as a substitute, the 24-year-old LASK forward picked up the ball and embarked on [...] The post AFCONQ 2027: Oshoala Hails Usor’s Brilliant Solo Goal Against Madagascar appeared first on Complete Sports.

Palmer’s latest withdrawal from England duty has again frustrated manager Thomas Tuchel, who wants to see the Chelsea playmaker in camp consistently. The 23-year-old had started the season in impressive form, scoring four goals in seven appearances for Chelsea before a recurring muscular issue derailed his momentum. That injury forced Palmer to withdraw from England’s […] The post Thomas Tuchel Sends Blunt Warning To Cole Palmer Over Repeated England Absences appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Arsenal are set to complete the picture of their 2027/28 kit lineup after reports emerged that their third shirt will return to a black colour scheme. Footy Headlines reports that the black third kit is being designed with a lifestyle wear angle in mind, targeting use outside of traditional football contexts. The accent colours paired […] The post Arsenal’s 2027/28 Third Kit Set To Feature Black Base With Gold Detailing appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has praised his players for showing strong character in their 2-1 victory over Madagascar in the opening match of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign. Nigeria came from behind to defeat the Barea at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Friday night. Madagascar stunned the [...] The post AFCON 2027Q: Super Eagles Showed Strong Mentality in Hard-Fought Win Over Madagascar — Chelle appeared first on Complete Sports.

Moses Simon has said he never thought he would reach 100 caps for Nigeria’s Super Eagles. Simon made his 100th appearance for the Super Eagles, after he was introduced on 61 minutes for Akor Adams, in Friday’s Group L, matchday 1 2027 AFCON qualifier with Madagascar in Uyo. Goals from debutants, George Ilenikhena and Moses [...] The post 2027 AFCONQ: I Never Thought I’d Play 100 Games For Super Eagles — Simon appeared first on Complete Sports.

Madagascar head coach Corentin Martins has candidly explained why his side threw away an early lead to suffer a 2–1 defeat against the Super Eagles of Nigeria in their opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. Despite stunning the home crowd by breaking the deadlock early, the Barea were ultimately undone by clinical goals from [...] The post AFCONQ 2027: Difficult To Accept Defeat –Madagascar Coach Reacts To Loss To Super Eagles appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigeria's Super Eagles began their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign with a 2-1 comeback victory over Madagascar at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo on Friday, Soccernet.ng reports. Eric Chelle's side had to recover from an early setback after Madagascar took the lead, but two goals from debutants George Ilenikhena and Moses Usor […]

Following the Super Eagles’ 2-1 victory over Madagascar’s Barea in Friday’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixture at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, Completesports.com’s ADEBOYE AMOSU appraises the performance of the players… Stanley Nwabali 7/10 Chippa United goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali produced a superb save in the 51st minute to deny Madagascar captain [...] The post AFCON 2027Q: Super Eagles’ Rating Player-By-Player In Slim Win Over Madagascar appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Nigerian international Mutiu Adepoju has expressed satisfaction with the Super Eagles’ hard-fought 2–1 victory over Madagascar in their opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo. The hosts suffered an early scare when Madagascar capitalized on a swift transition to beat goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali and silence the home [...] The post AFCONQ 2027: Adepoju Thumbs Up Eagles’ Win Against Madagascar appeared first on Complete Sports.

Moses Usor's Super Eagles debut went from promising cameo to unforgettable night in the space of a few explosive seconds on Friday against Madagascar, Soccernet.ng reports. This comes as the LASK winger produced the decisive moment in Nigeria's 2-1 comeback victory over the Barea at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo. Nigeria had been forced […]

Super Falcons defender Osinachi Ohale has announced her retirement from international football after 16 years with Nigeria, bringing an end to a decorated career that included five WAFCON titles, Soccernet.ng reports. The 34-year-old announced in an emotional message on Instagram on Friday, reflecting on her journey from a young player dreaming of representing Nigeria to […]

New Super Eagles forward George Ilenikhena could hardly have scripted a more dramatic introduction to Nigerian football, Soccernet.ng reports. The 20-year-old Al-Ittihad striker climbed off the international starting blocks with a goal on debut as Nigeria recovered from an early setback to beat Madagascar 2-1 in their opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier at […]

It was the best of debuts for George Ilenikhena and Moses Usor as the duo’s strikes saw the Super Eagles come from a goal down to beat Madagascar 2-1, in their first Group L 2027 Africa Cup of Nations in Uyo on Friday. More to follow… The post 2027 AFCONQ: Debutants Ilenikhena, Usor On Target As Super Eagles Edge Out Madagascar 2-1 appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria made a winning start to their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign, coming from behind to lead Madagascar 2-1 in Uyo, Soccernet.ng reports. It was a day for the debutants in the Green and White jersey. Nigeria fell behind in the first half after Clément Couturier put Madagascar ahead […]

Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has publicly voiced his belief that his former club should be awarded the 2011–12 Premier League title if Manchester City face severe retroactive sanctions. The remarks follow major developments regarding Manchester City’s long-running financial case, with the club facing heavy scrutiny over numerous alleged breaches of financial regulations. Read [...] The post Ferdinand: Man City Should Be Stripped Of Premier League Title appeared first on Complete Sports.

Guinea-Bissau made a perfect start to the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers with an impressive 2-0 away win over co-hosts Tanzania on matchday 1, in Group L on Friday. Goals from Franculino in the 33rd minute and Mama Balde on 58 minutes secured the win for Guinea-Bissau. Tanzania, who are already qualified automatically for [...] The post 2027 AFCONQ: Guinea-Bissau Beat Tanzania 2-0 Away In Group Opener appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has named his starting XI for Nigeria’s opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against Madagascar tonight. Chippa United goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali will start between the posts. Ola Aina and Bruno Onyemaechi have been selected as the two full-backs, while experienced defenders Semi Ajayi and Calvin Bassey will [...] The post AFCON 2027Q: Chelle Unveils Super Eagles Starting XI Vs Madagascar appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has named a strong lineup for today’s crucial Afcon 2027 qualirirs against amadagsacar at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, Soccernet.ng reports. The clash marks Nigeria’s first game of the qualifiers in Group L, with another game against Guinea-Bissau set to hold next week as they target maximum […]

Nigeria Vs Madagascar: Completesports.com’s Live Blogging of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON 2027) qualifying match (Group L, Matchday 1) between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and Barea of Madagascar at Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo. The post Nigeria Vs Madagascar Live Blogging: AFCON 2027 Qualification; Group L Matchday 1 appeared first on Complete Sports.

Morak FC forward, Saka Gafar, has urged his former club Plateau United to go for the three points ahead of Sunday’s EUROMATCH NPFL home clash with Inter Lagos. Plateau United will go into this weekend’s fixture on the back of four straight games without defeat. The Gbenga Ogunbote-led side have won two and drawn two [...] The post EUROMATCH NPFL: Let’s Go For The Three Points — Gafar Charges Former Team Plateau United Ahead Inter Lagos Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.

Manchester City have been found guilty on almost all of the charges relating to breaches of the Premier League’s financial regulations. City were first charged with 115 breaches of these rules in February 2023. But, according to talkSPORT, the Citizens have now been found guilty on all but one of the 115 charges. The sanctions [...] The post Man City Found Guilty On 114 Charges Of EPL Financial Breaches appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria begin their 2027 AFCON qualifying campaign against Madagascar today as Éric Chelle’s side target a winning start in Group L, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria welcome the Barea to the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, with kick-off scheduled for 5 pm Nigerian time. Follow Nigeria vs Madagascar live Soccernet.ng brings you […]

English Premier League club Manchester United have secured the future of highly rated Super Eagles-eligible winger Noah Ajayi, Soccernet.ng reports. Ajayi, who has Nigerian heritage through his father, has committed his future to United after impressing during his development at the club's academy. The 17-year-old was born in Hamburg, Germany, to a Nigerian father and […]