Manchester City winger Jérémy Doku has admitted that the upcoming international break comes at the ideal time for the team to reset following a damaging defeat to Nottingham Forest that further derailed their Premier League title push. City’s loss on Saturday leaves them trailing league leaders Arsenal by six points. After opening the campaign with [...] The post ‘We Need Fresh Minds’ –Doku Admits International Break Comes At Right Time For Man City appeared first on Complete Sports.

Bendel Insurance are hunting their first clean sheet of the 2026/27 EUROMATCH NPFL season as they host Niger Tornadoes at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City on Sunday. The Benin Arsenals stand alone as the only side yet to keep a shutout in the league this campaign. Despite an attacking output of around 18 [...] The post EUROMATCH NPFL: Bendel Insurance Chase First Clean Sheet Ahead Of Home Clash With Niger Tornadoes appeared first on Complete Sports.

Flamingos have been rewarded with $50,000 following their historic victory at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. The cash reward was presented on Saturday night by Alhaji Saleh Ahmadu, a sponsor of the National Sports Commission (NSC), during a special reception held in honour of the team’s outstanding achievement. The event was attended by [...] The post 2026 U-17 WWC: Flamingos Bag $50,000 for Historic Title Win appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Egyptian Football Association (EFA) has dismissed national team coach Hossam Hassan, citing concerns over the image and stability of the national side after a series of controversies surrounding his marital life. The EFA said on Saturday that it had reviewed recent events and their “negative impact on the positive image and stability” of the [...] The post Hossam Hassan Sacked As Egypt Head Coach appeared first on Complete Sports.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has showered praise on Nigeria’s Flamingos following their historic victory at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. The Flamingos secured the championship after overcoming Japan’s Little Nadeshiko 2-1 in Saturday’s final at the Mohammed VI Football Complex in Rabat. Nigeria took control of the encounter through goals from [...] The post 2026 U-17 WWC: Infantino Applauds Flamingos’ Title Triumph appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigeria football legend Nwankwo Kanu has hailed the Flamingos for their 2026 FIFA U-17 women’s World Cup success, describing it as an inspiration to generations of young girls. Reacting after the Flamingos defeated Japan 2-1 in the final on Saturday, Kanu wrote on his X handle:KAN U believe it! 🇳🇬🏆. “History made! Congratulations to our [...] The post FIFA U-17 WWC: You’ve Inspired Generations Of Young Girls — Kanu Hails Flamingos After World Cup Success appeared first on Complete Sports.

Eric Chelle has named 24 players for the Tanzania qualifiers, leaving out Victor Osimhen, Kelechi Iheanacho and Maduka Okoye.

Kwara United have been dealt a major selection blow ahead of their Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 12 fixture against Rangers, with key midfielder Issa Gata ruled out due to injury. Gata was sidelined after picking up a knock during a training session, forcing him out of the squad traveling for Sunday’s showdown against [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: Kwara United Star Ruled Out Of Crucial Rangers Clash Through Injury appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has congratulated the national U-17 women’s football team, the Flamingos, following their historic title triumph at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, describing their journey as a testament to resilience, dedication, and team spirit. The Flamingos etched their names into the history books on Saturday after defeating Japan 2–1 [...] The post FIFA U-17 WWC: ‘Nigeria Is The Toast Of The World’ –Tinubu’s Wife Hails Flamingos’ Triumph Over Japan appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Nigeria Vice President Atiku Abubakar has congratulated the Flamingos after they were crowned 2026 FIFA U-17 women’s World Cup champions. The Flamimgos became the first African team to be crowned U-17 champions thanks to a 2-1 win against Japan in the final in Rabat, Morocco on Saturday. Awawu Bashiru gave the Flamimgos the lead [...] The post FIFA U-17 WWC: Thank You Flamingos For Giving Our Nation This Moment Of Joy, Unity — Ex-VP Atiku Abubakar appeared first on Complete Sports.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended his warm congratulations to Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national football team, the Flamingos, following their 2–1 victory against Japan in the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup final in Morocco. In a statement released on Saturday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu lauded the [...] The post Landmark Achievement –Tinubu Congratulates Flamingos On Historic U-17 Women’s World Cup Victory appeared first on Complete Sports.

Japan U-17 women’s national team head coach Sadayoshi Shirai has expressed pride in his players’ resilience and commitment following their 2-1 defeat to Nigeria in the final of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. The Little Nadeshiko came up short against the Flamingos at the Mohammed VI Football Complex Pitch 3 in Rabat on [...] The post 2026 U-17 WWC: Shirai Praises Japan’s Fighting Spirit Despite Defeat To Flamingos appeared first on Complete Sports.

Oluebube Umejiaku has spoken about Nigeria’s memorable victory over Japan in the final of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. Akeem Busari’s side secured their maiden title in the competition after defeating Japan 2-1 in an exciting final. The victory marked a historic achievement for the Nigerian side, who became the first team to [...] The post 2026 U-17 WWC: Umejiaku Reacts to Flamingos’ Victory Over Japan appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigeria’s star forward Oluebube Umejiaku has been awarded the prestigious adidas Golden Ball as the best player of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. Umejiaku received the honor following an outstanding tournament capped off by helping the Flamingos secure their historic first-world title in a 2–1 victory over Japan in Saturday’s final [...] The post Umejiaku Awarded Golden Ball As FIFA Unveils U-17 Women’s World Cup Individual Winners appeared first on Complete Sports.

Omorinsola Babajide has saluted Nigeria’s Flamingos after their historic triumph as 2026 FIFA Women’s U-17 World Cup champions. The Super Falcons winger, who plays in Europe and has represented Nigeria at senior level (including in WAFCON success), shared a vibrant celebration of the young side’s achievement. “HISTORY MAKERS!!! NAIJA NO DEY CARRY LASSTTTTT OOOO 🤩🤩🤩BIG [...] The post FIFA U-17 WWC: ‘History Makers’ — Super Falcons Star Babajide Salutes Flamingos appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles striker Umar Sadiq was on the pitch on Saturday night as Valencia suffered a heavy 3–0 defeat at home against Real Madrid in La Liga. Making his fifth appearance of the season for Valencia, where he has scored two goals so far, Sadiq put in a decent 59-minute shift up front before being [...] The post La Liga: Sadiq In Action In Valencia Loss To Real Madrid appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade has congratulated the Flamingos following their historic triumph at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. Nigeria defeated Japan 2-1 in Saturday night’s final in Rabat to become the first African nation to win the competition. Awawu Bashiru opened the scoring for the Flamingos six minutes before half-time with a [...] The post ‘You Made History – Ajibade Hails Flamingos After World Title Triumph appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles winger Moses Simon was in action on Saturday evening, helping Paris FC secure a hard-fought 1–0 victory away against AJ Auxerre in Ligue 1. The Nigerian international, making his eighth appearance of the campaign, put in a solid shift on the flank, contributing to his side’s attacking buildup before making way for Luca [...] The post Ligue 1: Simon Features As Paris FC Pip Auxerre appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles defender Ola Aina was absent from the matchday squad on Saturday afternoon as Nottingham Forest produced a clinical counter-attacking display to defeat Manchester City 3–1 at the City Ground. Aina, who has made six Premier League appearances and picked up three yellow cards so far this season, was forced to watch from the [...] The post EPL: Aina Missing As Nottingham Forest Edge Manchester City appeared first on Complete Sports.

Flamingos star Oluebube Umejiaku was awarded Player of the Match following an extraordinary performance that propelled Nigeria to a historic 2–1 victory over Japan in Saturday’s FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup final in Morocco. Umejiaku, who has been one of the standout players of the tournament, delivered another display defined by composure, tactical discipline, and [...] The post FIFA U-17 WWC: Umejiaku Awarded Player Of The Match In Flamingos’ Victory Over Japan appeared first on Complete Sports.

Flamingos head coach Akeem Busari has described Nigeria’s FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup victory as a “dream come true” after his side secured a 2–1 win against Japan in the final in Morocco. Goals from Awawu Bashiru and Oluebube Umejiaku sealed the victory, making the Flamingos the first African team ever to win the tournament. [...] The post FIFA U-17 WWC: ‘It’s A Dream Come True’ –Flamingos Coach Celebrates Nigeria’s Triumph Over Japan appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigeria’s Flamingos made history as they beat Japan 2-1 to become the 2026 FIFA U-17 women’s World Cup champions. More to follow The post FIFA U-17 WWC: Flamingos Beat Japan 2-1 To Claim First-Ever Title appeared first on Complete Sports.

Completesports.com’s Live Blogging of Japan vs Nigeria — 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Final clash between the Little Nadeshiko (Pink Carnation Flower) of Japan and the Flamingos of Nigeria at the Mohammed VI Football Complex – Pitch 3, Rabat, Morocco. The post Japan Vs Nigeria Live Blogging – 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Final appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigeria’s Super Eagles face another injury concern after Semi Ajayi was forced off with a knock in Hull City’s 1-0 defeat at Arsenal in Saturday’s Premier League. Ajayi, who was in Hull’s starting lineup and was one of the reason Arsenal could not break down Hull’s backline, went down holding his left leg and had [...] The post Injury Concern For Super Eagles As Ajayi Suffers Knock In Hull City’s 1-0 Defeat At Arsenal appeared first on Complete Sports.

Chelsea head coach Xabi Alonso has thrown his full support behind Cole Palmer following the forward’s latest omission from the England national team, urging the 24-year-old to focus entirely on his club football. England manager Thomas Tuchel opted to leave Palmer out of his squad for the upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures against Croatia and [...] The post Alonso Backs Palmer Following Latest England Omission appeared first on Complete Sports.

Two new books celebrate the extraordinary, hilarious and sometimes bewildering things people in Nigerian football have said over the years If Nigerian football has taught its followers anything, it is that the entertainment does not always end when the referee blows the final whistle. Sometimes, the most memorable action happens at the post-match press conference. [...] The post Nigerian Football Has Always Been A Comedy Of Errors, And Victor Akhidenor Has Been Taking Notes appeared first on Complete Sports.

Can one coach successfully manage two national teams when their crucial fixtures clash? The NFF’s decision to hand Eric Chelle responsibility for both the Super Eagles and Olympic Eagles has come under scrutiny following the scheduling clash between Nigeria’s AFCON and Olympic qualifying fixtures. In this edition of Complete Sports, we examine the implications of [...] The post Eric Chelle’s Double Role: Is NFF Jeopardising Nigeria’s AFCON And Olympic Dreams? appeared first on Complete Sports.

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.