Former Nigerian international Friday Ekpo has expressed his disappointment with the Super Eagles’ inability to overcome DR Congo in Sunday’s 2026 World Cup playoffs final in Rabat, Morocco. This was after Nigeria lost on penalties to DR Congo in a tightly-contested game. The game ended 1-1 after normal and extra time. But during penalties, the [...] The post 2026 WCQ Playoffs: Ekpo Expresses Disappointment With Eagles’ Loss Vs DR Congo appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Democratic Republic of Congo defeated the Super Eagles 4-3 on penalties after regulation time ended 1-1 in the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying playoffs on Sunday. The result means DR Congo have qualified for the Intercontinental playoffs in Mexico which will hold in March 2026. The Super Eagles took an early [...] The post DR Congo End Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup Qualification Hopes After Penalty shootout Win appeared first on Complete Sports.

Victor Osimhen will battle Mohamed Salah and Achraf Hakimi for the 2025 African Player of the Year award. Osimhen, Salah and Hakimi made the final three shortlist which was unveiled on the X handle of Confederation of African Football (CAF). The trio were picked from the initial 10 nominees which also had Andre-Frank Zambo Anguissa [...] The post Osimhen, Salah, Hakimi Make 2025 African Player Of The Year Final Shortlist appeared first on Complete Sports.

Enyimba suffered a 1-0 home defeat to Wikki Tourists in their Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday 13 encounter in Aba on Sunday. Abubakar Aliyu scored the winning goal for the visitors in the 33rd minute. It was Enyimba’s second home defeat of the season. Ikorodu City moved to the summit after a 2-1 win [...] The post NPFL: Wikki Tourists Stun Enyimba In Aba, Rivers United Pip Wolves In South South Derby appeared first on Complete Sports.

Completesports.com’s live blogging of the 2026 FIFA World Cup African Playoffs Final between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Leopards of Dr Congo at the Prince Moulay El Hassan Stadium, Rabat. The post Nigeria Vs Dr Congo Live Blogging – 2026 FIFA World Cup African Playoffs Final appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has made two changes to his starting line-up for tonight’s 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs final against the Democratic Republic of Congo, reports Completesports.com. Chelle also switched from his favourites 4-4-2 formation to 4-3-3. Chippa United goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali will be between the sticks. Benjamin Fredrick will operate from [...] The post 2026 WCQ playoffs: Chelle Starts Ajayi, Onyeka, Lookman Vs Congo appeared first on Complete Sports.

Liverpool striker Alexander Isak has expressed disappointment with his start to life at Anfield. Recall that the Swedish striker has struggled for form and fitness since joining Liverpool from Newcastle on deadline day. In a chat with Sportbladet, Isak opened up on his “frustrating” start to this season. Read Also:Lookman Wins Atalanta’s Goal Of The [...] The post “It’s Always Frustrating When You’re Injured’ -Isak appeared first on Complete Sports.

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Nigeria winger Ademola Lookman has won Atalanta’s Goal of Month award for October, reports Completesports.com. Lookman won the award for his superb strike in the Bergamo club’s thrilling 1-1 draw with AC Milan at the Gewiss Stadium on October 28. The 28-year-old fired into the roof of the net for his side’s leveller in the [...] The post Lookman Wins Atalanta’s Goal Of The Month Award appeared first on Complete Sports.

The timeline of the Arsenal F.C. vs West Ham rivalry is well documented and full of drama. The rivalry between Arsenal and West Ham United is deeply rooted in London football history. The first competitive meeting dates back to the 1905–06 FA Cup, when Woolwich Arsenal drew 1–1 before winning the replay. Over time, as […] The post Arsenal F.C. vs West Ham: Timeline, H2H and Future appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Arsenal have leapfrogged Barcelona in the race to sign an in-demand LaLiga striker, who could replace a Gunners star that Mikel Arteta ‘wants out’, Teamtalk reports. The Gunners are understood to be happy with their squad as they fight for the Premier League title but additions could be made in January if they make sales. [...] The post Arsenal Lead Barcelona In Race To Sign Cameroon International Etta Eyong appeared first on Complete Sports.

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FIFA said on Sunday it had stepped up efforts to tackle online abuse directed at players and officials, reporting a surge in harmful content and referring more offenders to police. Marking the International Day for Tolerance, FIFA said its Social Media Protection Service (SMPS) had flagged more than 30,000 abusive posts to platforms since the [...] The post FIFA Steps Up Efforts To Tackle Online Abuse Directed At Players appeared first on Complete Sports.

Victor Osimhen is doing his best to convince Ademola Lookman to join at Turkish Super Lig club, Galatasaray in January. Osimhen and Lookman are currently on international duty with Nigeria. According to Now Spor, they discussed the proposal, with Lookman reportedly open to the idea of reuniting with his Nigeria teammate at club level too. [...] The post Osimhen Wants Lookman At Galatasaray appeared first on Complete Sports.

Tennis star Alexander Zverev has disclosed that his major objective is to stay fit in 2026. The world No. 3, who struggled to deliver his best tennis after reaching the final at the Australian Open earlier this year, was unable to qualify for the semifinals at the Nitto ATP Finals in Turin, a tournament with [...] The post Zverev: I Want To Stay Fit In 2026 appeared first on Complete Sports.

Northern Ireland defender Conor Bradley has disclosed that they are not afraid of facing any tough team in the play-off for the 2026 World Cup. Defeat to Slovakia on Thursday means Northern Ireland go into the hat for the final round of playoff qualifiers. He thinks that Northern Ireland should continue to build on this [...] The post 2026 WCQ Playoffs: Northern Ireland Not Scared Of Any Team –Bradley appeared first on Complete Sports.

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Carlo Ancelotti said he was ‘really sorry’ and ‘really disappointed’ Arsenal star Gabriel limped out of Brazil’s friendly against Senegal. Gabriel, recently hailed as the ‘most influential player in the Premier League, was forced off in Saturday’s friendly against Senegal with a groin problem. The 27-year-old pulled up off the ball on the hour mark [...] The post Ancelotti Gives Injury Update On Gabriel appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigeria’s fast-growing sports and entertainment landscape is set for another historic moment as renowned WBB board member and African Regional Manager, Adeyemi Adeyemi confirms his role as Chief Host for the OtaFEST 2025 WBB Middleweight Championship Fight. The highly anticipated bout will feature two Nigerian boxers steadily rising to continental prominence: Olagbade Sulaimon Abiodun (Tyson [...] The post OTAFEST 2025: Abiodun To Battle Williams For WBB Middleweight Title Bout appeared first on Complete Sports.

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Simon Kalika, a Dutch-born tactician, has urged the Super Eagles to adopt an all-attacking approach to Sunday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying play-off clash against DR Congo in Morocco, Completesports.com reports. Kalika, who served as Samson Siasia’s assistant during the 2005 FIFA U-20 World Cup in the Netherlands and the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, China, [...] The post EXCLUSIVE: ‘Super Eagles Must Go Attack-Blazing To Beat DR Congo’ – Kalika appeared first on Complete Sports.

Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti has described Chelsea star Estevao William as a player blessed with a lot of magic. He made this known after Estevao netted a brilliant goal in Brazil’s 2-0 win over Senegal in Saturday’s international friendly game. Speaking after the game, Ancelotti lavished praise on Estevao, describing him as a bundle of [...] The post ‘He Has Lot Of Magic’ –Ancelotti Hails Estevao appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Nigerian international Alloy Agu believes the Super Eagles will face a tough challenge against the DR Congo in today’s final of the 2026 World Cup qualifying playoffs in Rabat, Morocco. Recall that Nigeria thrashed Gabon 4-1 on Thursday in the first semi-final, while DR Congo edged out Cameroon 1-0 in the second semi-final. With [...] The post 2026 WCQ Playoffs: DR Congo Will Be Tough But Eagles Will Triumph –Agu appeared first on Complete Sports.

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Enyimba defender Paul Odeh says it will be an emotional moment for him facing his former club, Wikki Tourists, in today’s Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL). Speaking with the club’s website, Odey stated that he’ll give his 100% best if called upon to feature against Wikki Tourists. Read Also:2026 WCQ Playoffs: What Super Eagles Must [...] The post NPFL: Mixed Feelings –Odey Speaks Ahead Enyimba Vs Wikki Tourists appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Nigeria national team head coach Gernot Rohr has warned that the Super Eagles must play with discipline and caution to beat DR Congo in the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying playoffs in Morocco on Sunday. The Super Eagles reached the final of the playoffs thanks to a dominant 4-1 win against [...] The post 2026 WCQ Playoffs: What Super Eagles Must Do To Beat DR Congo –Rohr appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle says his team will go all out for a win against the Democratic Republic of Congo, reports Completesports.com. The West Africans will confront the Leopards in the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup African playoffs at the Prince Héritier Moulay El Hassan Sports Complex, Rabat on Sunday (today). [...] The post 2026 WCQ Playoffs: Super Eagles Won’t Disappoint Against Congo — Chelle appeared first on Complete Sports.

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Goals from Estevao and Casemiro saw Brazil defeat Senegal 2-0 in an international friendly at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday. It was Brazil’s first win against Senegal in three encounters, as the Teranga Lions had won one and drawn one in their previous two meetings with the five-time World Cup champions. Among those in action [...] The post Friendly: Estevao, Casemiro’s Goals Help Brazil End Winless Streak Against Senegal appeared first on Complete Sports.

Bendel Insurance defeated Kano Pillars 3-2 in a thrilling Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, encounter on Saturday. It was the Benin Arsenals’ first win under new technical adviser Kennedy Boboye. Insurance recorded three defeats, and one draw in their previous four games under the former Nigeria international. Kano Pillars are however still searching for their [...] The post NPFL: Bendel Insurance Rally To Beat Kano Pillars In Five-Goal Thriller appeared first on Complete Sports.

William Troost-Ekong has said DR Congo Will pose a different challenge to the Super Eagles in Sunday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying playoffs. After overcoming Gabon 4-1 in the semi-finals, the Super Eagles will face DR Congo in the final on Sunday. The winner will secure the ticket to next year’s intercontinental playoffs in Mexico [...] The post 2026 WCQ Playoffs: DR Congo Will Present A Different Challenge For Us –Troost-Ekong appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen has said it is important for the team to secure a spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, reports Completesports.com. The three-time African champions missed out on a place at the last edition of the mundial hosted by Qatar. Eric Chelle’s side are battling to secure a place at the [...] The post Osimhen: Super Eagles Must Qualify For 2026 World Cup appeared first on Complete Sports.

The rift emerged during ODM's 20th anniversary in Mombasa, with leaders allied to Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho insisting that any decisions on ODM’s direction must involve their preferred leader amid a pushback from allies of Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir.

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Moroccan referee Jalal Jayed will take charge of Sunday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs final between Nigeria and Democratic Republic of Congo. Jayed is no stranger to the Super Eagles. He officiated Nigeria’s 2–0 win over the Amavubi of Rwanda in March. The 38-year-old also took charge of Nigeria’s 2–1 friendly win over perennial rivals [...] The post 2026 WCQ Playoffs: FIFA Appoints Moroccan Referee Jayed For Super Eagles Vs Congo appeared first on Complete Sports.

President of South Africa Football Association, SAFA, Danny Jordan has sent a message of support to the Super Eagles ahead of the clash with Democratic Republic of Congo, reports Completesports.com. Eric Chelle’s side will take on the Leopards in the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup African Playoffs on Sunday. The encounter is slated [...] The post 2026 WCQ Playoffs: SAFA President Jordan Sends Message Of Support To Super Eagles Ahead Congo Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.