Michael Carrick will remain in charge of Manchester United for their game against Chelsea on Saturday. The under-pressure United head coach was thought to be on the brink after Sunday’s crushing 3-0 defeat at home to Bournemouth, but he and the players are being given the chance to turn the current situation around. According to [...] The post Carrick To Remain As Man United Manager appeared first on Complete Sports.

Warri Wolves have appealed the sanctions imposed on the club by the Nigeria Premier Football League ,NPFL, following an attack on match officials after their goalless draw with Kano Pillars on Sunday. The Seasiders were fined ₦4.2 million, deducted three points and three goals and ordered to play their next five home league matches behind [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: Warri Wolves Appeal Against Sanctions appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) club Kun Khalifat have announced the appointment of Emmanuel Nwabuwah as their co-ordinator for the 2026/27 season. Kun Khalifat confirmed the appointment in a statement on their X handle on Tuesday. “Kun Khalifat FC is pleased to announce Mr. Emmanuel Ifeanyi Nwabuwah as the Co-ordinator of the club for the [...] The post EUROMATCH NPFL: Kun Khalifat Appoint Nwabuwah As Co-ordinator For 2026/27 Season appeared first on Complete Sports.

Ligue 1 club Olympique Marseille are open to parting ways with Nigerian midfielder Tochukwu Nnadi when the transfer window reopens in January. Nnadi joined Marseille from Belgian Pro League side Zulte Waregem in January 2025. The defensive midfielder made eight appearances for the French club during the second half of last season. Read Also:Ligue 1: [...] The post Marseille Consider January Exit For Nnadi appeared first on Complete Sports.

Brighton's Nigerian forwards Femi Azeez and Zadok Yohanna are both listed out for Wednesday's Carabao Cup tie at Manchester City.

Turkish reports say Bursaspor are in talks with winger Henry Onyekuru over a half-season deal, but he cannot play an official match before January.

Super Eagles defender Semi Ajayi won both man-of-the-match awards in Hull City's 1-1 draw with Brentford and said a point at home is always positive.

Who is the highest-paid footballer in the world in 2026? Cristiano Ronaldo remains at the top, but the gap between him and football’s other superstars reveals just how dramatically the economics of the sport have changed. In this video, we break down the estimated earnings of the world’s highest-paid footballers, including Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, [...] The post Highest Paid Footballers In The World 2026 Ronaldo, Messi, Mbappé & Haaland Salaries appeared first on Complete Sports.

The race for the https://1xcup.ng/ trophy reaches a crucial stage today as the quartet of Collins Edwin SC, Young Strikers FC, JP Young Stars FC and Tonic FC battle for two spots in the final of the biggest grassroots football competition in Lagos State. Two exciting semi-final fixtures are scheduled, with Collins Edwin taking on [...] The post 1XCUP 2026: Collins Edwin, Young Strikers, Young Stars, Tonic Vie For Final Tickets appeared first on Complete Sports.

FIFA's $2.5m preparation payment for each 2027 Women's World Cup team will not go to the NFF because the Super Falcons did not qualify.

Former Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel has urged manager Xabi Alonso to find a way to involve teenager Estevao more regularly, warning that the young forward is growing frustrated with his lack of prominence. Estevao has found regular starting opportunities hard to come by amid fierce competition in Chelsea’s attacking department, where he currently sits [...] The post Mikel Warns Chelsea Over Estevao’s Lack Of Regular Minutes Under Alonso appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles defender Chidozie Awaziem scored twice for Konyaspor while Iheanacho, Orban, Olusegun, Okereke and Etim also scored for their clubs over the weekend.

Eric Chelle is head coach of both the Super Eagles and the Olympic Eagles, who play on the same two days in November, and the NFF has not said who will lead which side.

Grammy-winning Nigerian artist Burna Boy presented Arsenal and England forward Bukayo Saka with the 2026 Sócrates Award at the 70th annual Ballon d’Or ceremony in London on Monday, October 26, 2026. The Sócrates Award recognizes professional footballers for outstanding humanitarian work, social activism, and community impact. Read Also:Kane Wins 2026 Ballon d’Or Award Saka received [...] The post Burna Boy Hands Saka Prestigious Sócrates Award At 2026 Ballon d’Or appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former England international Kyle Walker has questioned whether Trent Alexander-Arnold could ever return to Liverpool, suggesting the 28-year-old would instead need to target a move to Manchester United or Manchester City if he returns to the Premier League in 2027. Alexander-Arnold completed a £10 million move from Liverpool to Real Madrid in 2025 ahead of [...] The post Walker Questions Alexander-Arnold’s Potential Liverpool Return Amid Premier League Transfer Rumours appeared first on Complete Sports.

Bursaspor head coach Mustafa Er has played down fears over Kelechi Iheanacho’s fitness after the Nigerian striker was forced off in Sunday’s 4-2 win over Keçiörengücü. Iheanacho, who had scored his team’s third goal in the 50th minute to extend his scoring run to 12 consecutive league games, received treatment from the medical team before [...] The post Bursaspor Coach Plays Down Iheanacho Injury Fears appeared first on Complete Sports.

Victor Osimhen has vowed to continue giving his best for Galatasaray after inspiring the Turkish champions to a 2-0 victory over Fenerbahçe in a highly anticipated derby. The Nigeria international scored twice to help Galatasaray secure all three points and reclaim top spot in the Turkish Super Lig table. Osimhen opened the scoring in the [...] The post Osimhen Pledges Unwavering Commitment To Galatasaray appeared first on Complete Sports.

Katsina United and Abia Warriors have been charged for misconduct by the organisers of the EUROMATCH Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) during week 10 fixtures against Plateau United and Niger Tornadoes respectively, completesports.com reports. The charges were announced on the X handle of the NPFL on Monday night. “Katsina United have been charged for breaching [...] The post EUROMATCH NPFL: Abia Warriors, Katsina United Face Charges For Misconduct appeared first on Complete Sports.

Harry Kane has become the first English player to win the Ballon d’Or since Michael Owen in 2001 after being crowned the world’s best player at a ceremony in London. The 33-year-old Bayern Munich striker is the fifth Englishman to win in total, with Stanley Matthews (1956), Bobby Charlton (1966) and Kevin Keegan (1978 and [...] The post Kane Wins 2026 Ballon d’Or Award appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has charged Warri Wolves for breaching its Framework & Rules in their matchday 10 fixture against Kano Pillars on Sunday at the Southern Delta University Stadium, Ozoro. According to the league’s official X handle, Warri Wolves failed to provide adequate security, thereby allowing unauthorized persons to gain access to [...] The post EUROMATCH NPFL: Warri Wolves Charged For Security Breach After Attack On Assistant Referee vs Kano Pillars appeared first on Complete Sports.

Tyson Fury has insisted he has no plans to retire following his highly anticipated showdown with Anthony Joshua, but believes his long-time rival will hang up his gloves after their blockbuster fight. The British heavyweights are scheduled to settle their decade-long rivalry on December 11 at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, with a reported £150 [...] The post Joshua Will Retire From Boxing After £150m Cardiff Clash –Fury appeared first on Complete Sports.

Victor Osimhen scored twice to inspire Galatasaray to a thrilling 2-1 victory over bitter rivals Fenerbahçe in the Istanbul derby at RAMS Park on Monday night. The Nigerian striker opened the scoring for the hosts in the 29th minute with a superb finish from inside the box after being set up by Barış Alper Yılmaz. [...] The post Osimhen Brace Fires Galatasaray To Istanbul Derby Victory Over Fenerbahçe appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles defender Chidozie Awaziem has expressed his delight after scoring twice to lead Konyaspor to a 2-0 victory over Gençlerbirliği in the Turkish Süper Lig. The Nigerian international produced an outstanding performance at both ends of the pitch, scoring in both halves to secure all three points and a clean sheet for the home [...] The post Awaziem Expresses Pride After Scoring First Career Brace In Konyaspor Victory appeared first on Complete Sports.

World number one Jannik Sinner is set to make his competitive return at the Six Kings Slam in Saudi Arabia following the exhibition tournament’s postponement to December due to security concerns, organizers announced on Monday. The 25-year-old Italian, who won the previous two editions of the event, announced earlier this month that he would sit [...] The post Sinner Set For Return At Postponed Six Kings Slam In December appeared first on Complete Sports.

Barcelona defender Pau Cubarsí offered a candid response following his side’s 2-1 La Liga defeat to Real Madrid at the Estadio Camp Nou, insisting that fixture congestion cannot be used as an excuse for the loss. A brace from Kylian Mbappé sealed the victory for Los Blancos, ending Barcelona’s 100% start to their league title [...] The post Fixture Pile Up Not An Excuse For El Clasico Loss –Cubarsi appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Acting General Secretary of the Nigeria Football Federation , NFF, Dr Emmanuel Ikpeme, has applauded the Flamingos for their impressive 3-1 victory over two-time champions Korea DPR, a result that secured Nigeria’s place in the Round of 16 at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. Speaking during a visit to the team’s [...] The post 2026 U-17 WWC: Ikpeme Fires Up Flamingos Ahead Of Mexico Showdown appeared first on Complete Sports.

Being hooked at the interval of your first start is a brutal statement, and for Yang Min-hyeok, it has been followed by something even more uncomfortable: a very public dressing-down from his manager. Westerlo head coach Issame Charaï has openly questioned the South Korean winger’s application, raising fresh doubts about whether the Tottenham Hotspur-owned player […] The post Yang Min-hyeok Hauled Off At Half-Time As Westerlo Boss Delivers Damning Verdict On Tottenham Loanee appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Barau FC General Manager Dominic Iorfa has dismissed speculation of a rift between him and the club’s technical adviser, Eugene Agagbe. Speculation about the relationship between the two officials intensified after Iorfa was spotted on the bench during the club’s recent matches. Iorfa Denies Rift With Agagbe However, the former Nigeria international insisted that there [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: Iorfa Dismisses Crisis Claims At Barau FC, Promises Improved Performance appeared first on Complete Sports.

Doma United coach Deji Ayeni is refusing to panic despite a frustrating run of results, backing his side to quickly recover lost points in the NPFL. The Savanah Tigers currently occupy 10th spot on the log, but Ayeni believes their current standing does not reflect the team’s true potential. Read Also:Euromatch NPFL: Mangut Praises Nasarawa [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: Ayeni Confident Doma United Will Recover Lost Points appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigeria’s Future Eagles ended the first stage of the inaugural FIFA U-15 World Cup & Festival with a 1-1 draw against Pakistan on Monday afternoon in Baku, Azerbaijan. Pakistan took the lead in the 21st minute through star forward Kaleemullah Ullah, who was fed right beside the penalty spot and converted clinically for his second [...] The post FIFA U-15 W/Cup & Festival: Future Eagles End Group Stage Campaign With 1-1 Draw Against Pakistan appeared first on Complete Sports.

Football connects millions of fans across Nigeria, Tanzania and Kenya. European competitions attract attention through famous clubs and international stars, while African leagues showcase local talent and intense rivalries. For fans interested in a sport bet, understanding these competitions provides useful context for following matches and evaluating possible outcomes. Football betting involves more than predicting [...] The post European And African Football Betting: A Guide For Fans In Nigeria, Tanzania And Kenya appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nasarawa United striker Jofrank Istifanus has expressed his excitement after scoring the decisive goal in his side’s 1-0 victory over Enyimba. The young forward found the back of the net in the 23rd minute to secure all three points for the Solid Miners, who have now recorded four consecutive wins. Jofrank Thanks Teammates Jofrank praised [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: Nasarawa United’s Jofrank Reacts To Enyimba Winner, U-23 Eagles Call-Up appeared first on Complete Sports.

Grassroot football remains one of the most important foundations of Nigerian football, providing young talents with opportunities to showcase their abilities, compete for recognition and pursue professional careers. With private-sector investment and sponsorship from organisations such as 1xBet, local football tournaments have the potential to become more organized, competitive and impactful. As 1xCup 2026 tournaments [...] The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 154: Grassroot Football Development In Nigeria – 1xBet To The Rescue appeared first on Complete Sports.

Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) have congratulated midfielder Otaniyi Taofeek after netting his first goal for the Oluyole Warriors this weekend. Taofeek opened his goals account for 3SC in their 2-2 draw with Ikorodu City, in Sunday’s week 10 fixture of the EUROMATCH NPFL at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan Lagos. The midfielder broke the [...] The post EUROMATCH NPFL: 3SC Celebrate Star Midfielder Taofeek After Opening Goals Account In 2-2 With Ikorodu City appeared first on Complete Sports.

Semi Ajayi has expressed satisfaction with Hull City’s performance in their 1-1 Premier League draw with Brentford at the MKM Stadium on Sunday. The Tigers bounced back from their 1-0 loss to Fulham in their previous match, producing a spirited display to earn a point against the visitors. Hull City took the lead in the [...] The post Ajayi Hails Hull City’s Performance In Brentford Draw appeared first on Complete Sports.

Bendel Insurance head coach Kennedy Boboye has expressed concern over his team’s alarming rate of conceding goals in the 2026/2027 EuroMatch Nigeria Premier Football League ,NPFL, season, Completesports.com reports. Boboye spoke at the post-match press conference in Benin City on Sunday after his side ended Rivers United’s unbeaten run with a thrilling 2-1 victory at [...] The post EuroMatch NPFL: Boboye Worried By Bendel Insurance’s Defensive Woes, Targets Third Title appeared first on Complete Sports.