Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade has Urges the Nigeria’s Flamingos to put their disappointing defeat to Canada behind them and focus on the next game with France. It was not the best of starts for the Flamingos as they were hammered 4-1 by Canada, in their opening Group D match at this year’s FIFA U-17 [...] The post 2025 U-17 WWC: Ajibade Reacts To Flamingos 4-1 Defeat To Canada appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Nigerian international Dimeji Lawal has urged the Flamingos to learn from their 4-1 loss to Canada and focus on bouncing back to winning ways in their next game of the 2025 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. Recall that Canada scored early in the 2nd minute through Gabriela Istocki before Nigeria leveled parity in the [...] The post 2025 U-17 WWC: Flamingos Must Learn From Loss To Canada –Lawal appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles defender Chidozie Awaziem played all 90 minutes as Nantes fell 2-0 to Lille in Sunday’s Ligue 1. The Nigerian international, who was making his seventh appearance, has bagged three yellow cards this ongoing season for Nantes. Read Also:2025 U-17 WWC: Canada Defeat Flamingos 4-1 In Opening Group Match Lille wasted no time to [...] The post Ligue 1: Awaziem Plays 90 Minutes As Lille Overcome Nantes appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigeria’s Flamingos got their Group D campaign at the 2025 FIFA U-17 women’s World Cup off to a poor start following a humiliating 4-1 defeat to Canada on Sunday in Morocco. A brace from Julia Amireh and a goal each from Gabriela Istocki and Melisa Kekic handed Canada the big win. Queen Joseph drew Flamingos [...] The post 2025 U-17 WWC: Canada Defeat Flamingos 4-1 In Opening Group Match appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigeria’s U17 women’s team, the Flamingos, began their 2025 World Cup campaign with a sobering 4-1 defeat to Canada at the Mohammed VI Football Academy in Salé on Sunday night, their heaviest-ever opening day loss at the tournament, Soccernet.ng reports. Canada needed barely 70 seconds to open the scoring as Gabriela Istocki punished a slack […]

Southampton head coach Will Still has revealed why Super Eagles midfielder Joe Ayodele Aribo is yet to feature for the Saints this season, Soccernet.ng reports. There were several rumours that Aribo would depart St. Mary's during the transfer window after Southampton was demoted from the English Premier League the previous season. Aribo did not participate […]

Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman was in action as Atalanta played out a goalless draw against Lazio in Sunday’s Serie A game. The Nigerian international, who was making his third appearance, is yet to register a goal for Atalanta this ongoing season. Atalanta dominated possession with long spells of fairly ineffective passing moves, whereas the [...] The post Serie A: Lookman In Action As Atalanta, Lazio End In Stalemate appeared first on Complete Sports.

Warri Wolves stunned Enyimba 2-1 in their Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday nine encounter in Aba on Sunday. Mohammed Hussaini diverted the ball into the net to hand Warri Wolves the lead in the 18th minute. Edidiong Ezekiel equalised for Enyimba two minutes before the hour mark. Wolves scored the winning goal through Tejiri [...] The post NPFL: Wolves Stun Enyimba In Aba, Ikorodu City End Nasarawa United Unbeaten Streak appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles defender Kevin Akpoguma was missing in action as Hoffenheim defeated St Pauli 3-0 in Sunday’s Bundesliga game. The Nigerian international has made two appearances for Hoffenheim this ongoing season. Read Also:WAFCON 2026Q: We Can Upset Super Falcons — Benin Coach Ouzerou Touré scored his first goal for the Hoffenheim after a well-worked move [...] The post Bundesliga: Akpoguma Missing As Hoffenheim Edge St Pauli appeared first on Complete Sports.

Reigning NPFL Champions Remo Stars saw their chances of a place in the CAF Champions League threatened after suffering a 5-1 defeat to Mamelodi Sundowns, Soccernet.ng reports. In arguably the biggest game in the club's history against the one-time CAF Champions League winners, the Sky Blue stars fumbled at the MKO Abiola Stadium in Abeokuta. […]

Completesports.com’s live blogging of Morocco 2025 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Group D matchday 1 game between The Flamingos of Nigeria and Les Rouges (The Reds) of Canada at the Mohammed VI Football Academy, Rabat. The post Nigeria Vs Canada Live Blogging – Morocco 2025 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup: Group D Matchday 1 appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former LA Galaxy defender, Michael Nsien, has once again expressed his desire to manage the Super Eagles, Soccernet.ng reports.  He insisted that his understanding of Nigerian football and international coaching experience could help restore balance and structure to the team. Nsien, whose parents are Nigerian, has long been vocal about his ambition to contribute to […]

Indomitable Lions of Cameroon star forward Bryan Mbeumo was on target as Harry Maguire’s late strike earned Manchester United a 2-1 win against rivals Liverpool at Anfield in Sunday’s Premier League tie. Liverpool lost a fourth successive game for the first time since November 2014 and a first home league game for 400 days. It [...] The post Mbeumo, Maguire On Target As Man United Extend Liverpool’s Losing Streak appeared first on Complete Sports.

Mamelodi Sundowns thrashed Remo Stars 5-1 in the first leg of their CAF Champions League second round tie in Abeokuta on Sunday, reports Completesports.com. Tashreeq Matthews gave the visitors the lead in the 12th minute. Sundowns doubled their advantage through Peter Shalulile one minute before the break. Shalulile dribbled past a defender, and slotted into [...] The post CAF Champions League: Mamelodi Sundowns Thrash Remo Stars In Abeokuta appeared first on Complete Sports.

Ademola Lookman featured in Nigeria's 2-1 win over Lesotho, but a yellow card saw him suspended for the game against Benin Republic… Atalanta head coach Ivan Juric has thrown his weight behind Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman, urging him to hit his best soon, Soccernet.ng reports. The 27-year-old absconded from pre-season training in a bid […]

Rogers and Emiliano Buendía were on target as Aston Villa defeated Tottenham 2-1 in Sunday’s Premier League game. Thomas Frank’s side raced into an early lead courtesy of a finely worked move that culminated in Joao Palhinha heading the ball down for Rodrigo Bentancur to open the scoring with a half-volley five minutes into the [...] The post EPL: Rodgers, Buendia Score As Aston Villa Edge Spurs appeared first on Complete Sports.

2 items that accompanied Raila to his grave & what was handed over to his family

Amazons of Benin Republic head coach Abdoulaye Ouzerou is in confident mood ahead of his side’s 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against holders Nigeria, reports Completesports.com. Benin Republic and Nigeria will battle for a place at WAFCON 2026 this month. The Amazons will host the first leg at the Stade Kegue, Lome on [...] The post WAFCON 2026Q: We Can Upset Super Falcons — Benin Coach Ouzerou appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Chelsea star Didier Drogba has thrown his support behind the Super Eagles ahead of their 2026 World Cup playoff clash against Gabon national football team, Soccernet.ng reports.  The former Galatasaray forward urged Nigerians to remain patient with the national team ahead of their must-win World Cup play-offs. Following a 2-1 victory against Lesotho and […]

Highlights of Ruto’s speech: Raila’s health challenges, working with ODM & plan for Kenya

Team Nigeria finished second overall at the World Powerlifting Championship in Cairo, Egypt. At the end of the championship Team Nigeria amassed three gold, four silver and four bronze medals. China emerged champions with a total of 15 medals which comprise 10 gold, three silver and two bronze. Hosts Egypt placed third with two gold, [...] The post Nigeria Finish Second At World Powerlifting Championships In Cairo appeared first on Complete Sports.

Following a 2-1 victory over Lesotho and a 4-0 thumping of the Republic of Benin, the Super Eagles of Nigeria qualified for the 2026 World Cup play-offs… Former Lazio midfielder Ogenyi Onazi has expressed confidence that the Super Eagles will overcome Gabon in next month’s crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup play-off clash, Soccernet.ng reports.  Nigeria […]

What Raila’s family said at his funeral: Tributes, future of ODM & the road ahead

Paul Onuachu scored in Trabzonspor's victory over Rizespor on Saturday… Former Turkey international Sinan Engin believes that Paul Onuachu would have been a better signing for Besiktas than Tammy Abraham, Soccernet.ng reports. Onuachu has been on fire since his summer transfer from the English side Southampton to Trabzonspor. He has contributed seven goals in nine […]

Remo Stars coach Thiago Conde has said that they are not intimidated by Mamelodi Sundowns’ pedigree, reports Completesports.com. The Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, champions will host Miguel Cardoso’s side in the first leg of their CAF Champions League preliminary second round tie at the Moshood Abiola Sports Arena, Abeokuta on Sunday (today). Mamelodi Sundowns [...] The post CAF Champions League: Remo Stars Not Afraid Of Sundowns — Conde appeared first on Complete Sports.

Wolverhampton Wanderers’ winless run in the Premier League extended to eight games following a 2-0 loss to newly promoted Sunderland. The result leaves Wolves at the bottom of the table with just two points from a possible 24. Nigeria international, Tolu Arokodare came off the bench and played 22 minutes. Arokodare had a modest outing, [...] The post Arokodare’s Wolves Suffer Sixth League Defeat of the Season appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Paul Onuachu played a decisive role in Trabzonspor’s 2–1 away victory over Rizespor, helping his side maintain their strong start to the season. Trabzonspor took the lead just two minutes into the match through Felipe Augusto, whose early strike gave the visitors confidence. Meanwhile, their momentum continued, and in the 19th minute, Onuachu doubled Trabzonspor’s [...] The post Onuachu Shines as Trabzonspor Edge Rizespor appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Taiwo Awoniyi made his return to action in Nottingham Forest’s 3-0 loss to Chelsea, marking his first competitive appearance of the season. Awoniyi had been out of action since recovering from a serious abdominal injury last season. The Forward featured for 45 minutes, and he nearly made a dream return after intercepting a poor pass [...] The post Awoniyi Makes First Appearance Since Recovering from Ruptured Intestine and Induced Coma appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

The sermon that pricked the moral conscience of a nation at Raila’s state funeral

Abia Warriors technical adviser Imama Amapakabo is optimistic of a positive outing against Shooting Stars. The Umuahia club will be up against Shooting Stars in a Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday nine encounter at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasinga, Ibadan on Sunday (today). They head into the game in buoyant mood following last weekend’s [...] The post NPFL: Imama Upbeat Of Positive Outing In Ibadan appeared first on Complete Sports.

Protests by Kenyans that saw Tanzania politician freed to attend Raila’s funeral

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Fulham manager Marco Silva has said they knew playing against Arsenal in Saturday’s Premier League clash won’t be easy. Mikel Arteta’s side delivered another solid defensive display, while Leandro Trossard’s goal in the 58th minute was enough to secure the win at Craven Cottage. Arsenal’s goal once again came from a corner as Gabriel’s flick [...] The post We Knew It Won’t Be Easy Against Arsenal –Fulham Boss appeared first on Complete Sports.

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has warned his other players to step up their games and stop depending on Erling Haaland for goals. Recall that the Norwegian international grabbed a brace as Man City defeated Everton 2-0 in Saturday’s Premier League game. Speaking after the game, Guardiola in a chat with the club’s website, pointed [...] The post Man City Must Stop Depending On Haaland For Goals –Guardiola appeared first on Complete Sports.

Alex Iwobi made history as the Nigerian with the most appearances in the Premier League after featuring in Fulham’s 1-0 defeat to his former club Arsenal on Saturday night. Iwobi made his 299th appearance against the Gunners at the Craven Cottage. The versatile midfielder surpassed the record he previously shared with Newcastle United legend, Shola [...] The post Iwobi Breaks Nigerian Premier League Appearances Record appeared first on Complete Sports.

Arsenal star Bukayo Saka has disclosed that he was disappointed with some of the corners he took against Fulham. The winger spoke to Sky Sports after the Gunners narrowly defeated Fulham 1-0, expressing self-criticism despite receiving rave reviews. In particular, Saka took issue with his first set play deliveries prior to finally getting it right [...] The post ‘I Took Some Rubbish Corners’ –Saka Reacts After Win Vs Fulham appeared first on Complete Sports.