Nigeria's Super Eagles will face a Russian side expected to make serious changes to its starting lineup in next Tuesday’s international friendly, Soccernet.ng reports. Legendary Russian coach Valery Nepomnyashchy made the revelation after Russia defeated Iran 2-0 in Kazan on Tuesday, with Aleksandr Golovin scoring both goals. The result was Russia’s first game of the […]

Former Super Eagles forward Peter Odemwingie has reflected on the team’s training boycott during the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria had qualified for the World Cup after finishing top of their qualifying group before beating Ethiopia 4-1 on aggregate in the playoff round to book their place at the tournament in Brazil. The […]

Ademola Lookman’s place at Atlético Madrid is facing an intriguing test after a slow start to the new season collided with an increasingly crowded attacking department, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigeria international arrived from Atalanta with a reputation as one of Europe’s most dangerous wide attackers. Lookman was an instant hit in Madrid with the Super […]

Hamburg head coach Merlin Polzin has provided an injury update on Terem Moffi ahead of his side’s Bundesliga clash with TSG Hoffenheim. The Nigeria international has been struggling with a knee problem since Hamburg’s last league game against FC Cologne, where he was replaced by Yussuf Poulsen after the break. Polzin is keen to avoid [...] The post Hamburg Coach Offers Update On Moffi’s Injury appeared first on Complete Sports.

Malawi opened their AFCON 2027 campaign with a 2-1 win over South Sudan in Lilongwe on 25 September 2026. Next comes Angola away on 6 October, and Egypt are also in Group B. Anyone checking the football odds and upcoming fixtures for this window should remember that Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying has a [...] The post The 10 biggest Shocks In AFCON Qualifying History appeared first on Complete Sports.

Katsina United have expressed disappointment after being held to a 1-1 draw by Rivers United at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium, on Wednesday. The Changi Boys went into rescheduled fixture aiming for back-to-back home wins after beating Doma United 2-1 last weekend, but were forced to settle for a point. Rivers United took the lead two [...] The post EUROMATCH NPFL: ‘Not The Result We Wanted’ — Katsina United React After Frustrating Draw With Rivers United appeared first on Complete Sports.

Victor Osimhen's market value has fallen sharply, but the Nigerian striker is still priced above a remarkable collection of famous European forwards, Soccernet.nh reports. Transfermarkt's updated figures put Osimhen at €65 million, following a €10m reduction from his previous €75m valuation. The drop takes him to his lowest figure since June 2022, when he was […]

Super Eagles striker Taiwo Awoniyi has revealed the person behind his decision to continue studying alongside his football career after completing his latest qualification at the PFA Business School, Soccernet.ng reports. The Coventry City striker graduated from the PFA Business School with a Postgraduate Diploma in Global Football Sport Directorship with Merit. Awoniyi was among […]

Hamburg head coach Merlin Polzin has revealed the reason Super Eagles forward Terem Moffi will miss the club’s friendly game against Danish side Copenhagen on Sunday, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigerian striker completed a summer move to the Bundesliga club during the summer transfer window in a deal worth around €2.5 million after leaving French side Nice. […]

Elma Aveiro, the elder sister of Cristiano Ronaldo, has sparked a fierce backlash after launching a scathing attack on Portuguese fans, the national media, and the country’s football setup. Her furious reaction follows high drama in the Portugal national team camp, which culminated in Ronaldo deciding to leave the squad following tension surrounding his role [...] The post You Don’t Deserve To Have The Best –Ronaldo’s Sister Slams Portugal After Shock Exit appeared first on Complete Sports.

As Nigeria commemorates 66 years of independence today, October 1, 2026, Completesports.com joins Nigerians at home and across the world in celebrating our nation and reflecting on the journey that has brought us to this important milestone. Independence Day offers an opportunity to honour the resilience, creativity and determination of Nigerians who continue to contribute [...] The post Nigeria @ 66: Complete Sports Salutes Nigerians On Independence Day appeared first on Complete Sports.

Following their goalless draw in the Lagos Derby against Ikorodu City, Sporting Lagos striker Haruna Hadi has expressed frustration over his side’s inability to convert their chances. Despite the mounting frustrations on and off the pitch, Hadi emphasized that the squad remains fully focused on resolving their goalscoring struggles and keeping their morale high. Read [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: Sporting Lagos Striker Hadi Laments Missed Chances After Derby Stalemate appeared first on Complete Sports.

LIoyd Ekweremadu, Enugu State Commissioner for Sports, has been named as Chairman of the Local Organising Committee (LOC)for the 23rd National Sports Festival (NSF) tagged ‘Coal City Games’ 2026, Completesports.com reports. The LOC is made up of 13 members, with Bamiduro Olumide, as Secretary. This is even as 21 other Sub – Committees were also [...] The post Ekweremadu Heads 13-Member Local Organising Committee For 23rd NSF Coal City Games appeared first on Complete Sports.

Manchester City sponsor, Etihad Airways, has threatened legal action against the Premier League after the club was found guilty of all financial breaches. The Premier League announced on Tuesday that City had been found guilty by an independent commission of all charges against them. In an explosive verdict, the Premier League stated that the club [...] The post Etihad Airways Threaten Legal Action Against Premier League After Man City Guilty Verdict appeared first on Complete Sports.

Ikorodu City coach Bright Ozebagbe has expressed mixed feelings following his side’s goalless draw against Sporting Lagos in the fiercely contested Lagos Derby at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan. While acknowledging the intensity of the encounter, Ozebagbe believed his team did enough during a disciplined first-half display to have secured all three points. Read Also:Euromatch [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: Ikorodu City Deserved Victory Against Sporting Lagos — Coach Ozebagbe appeared first on Complete Sports.

Rangers have celebrated their talismanic striker, Godwin Obaje, after he scored his 100th goal in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). Obaje reached the landmark on Wednesday, scoring the decisive goal in Rangers’ 1-0 away victory over Warri Wolves in Ozoro, Delta State. Obaje converted from the penalty spot in the 11th minute to secure [...] The post Euromatch NPFL:Rangers Celebrate Obaje’s 100th Career Goal appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Manchester United defender Chris Smalling has completed a move to FC Porto on a free transfer, marking his return to European football. Porto confirmed on Tuesday, September 30, that the 36-year-old English centre-back signed a deal until the end of the 2026/27 Primeira Liga season, with an option for a further year. Smalling had [...] The post Ex-Man United Star Smalling Joins FC Porto On Free Transfer appeared first on Complete Sports.

Sporting Lagos head coach Jeffery Buter has stressed the urgent need for his side to sharpen their cutting edge in front of goal if they are to make meaningful progress in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL). He made this known following his team’s goalless draw against Ikorodu City in a fiercely contested Lagos Derby [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: We Must Work On Our Finishing –Sporting Lagos Coach Reacts After Draw Against Ikorodu City appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has formally appealed CAF’s decision to annul Edo Queens’ victory in the 2026 WAFU-B Women’s Champions League qualifying final. The appeal, filed on Tuesday September 30 and signed by Deputy General Secretary Emmanuel Edem Ikpeme, challenges the ruling of the CAF Organising Committee for Women’s Football of September 26. Edo [...] The post NFF Appeals CAF Decision To Annul Edo Queens’ WAFU-B Final Victory appeared first on Complete Sports.

The gap between properly investigating serious matters and simply accommodating problems has become a significant talking point among Celtic supporters this week. Questions have been raised about whether the club’s internal processes truly hold individuals and decisions to account in a meaningful way. Celtic Quick News, a well-followed fan publication, has drawn attention to what […] The post Celtic Face Fresh Scrutiny As Club’s Approach To Internal Investigations Comes Under Spotlight appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Cristiano Ronaldo has announced that he has officially left the Portugal camp midway through the international break. He has stated that he ‘will tell the truth’ about why he has departed amid reported frustration over his lack of minutes. Ronaldo was an unused substitute for Portugal in their 2-1 win over Norway on Sunday, with [...] The post Nations League: Ronaldo Leaves Portugal Camp Ahead Of Denmark Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigeria’s Super Sand Eagles will step up preparations for the 2026 Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers with a double-header friendly against African champions Senegal next month. The two matches will be played on October 3 and 5 at the Murtala Muhammed Square Beach Soccer Arena in Kaduna. The friendlies are expected to provide [...] The post Beach Soccer AFCONQ: Sand Eagles Set For Senegal Friendlies Ahead Ghana Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.

British heavyweight rivals Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua are set to come face-to-face for the first time in London ahead of their blockbuster showdown. The long-awaited clash, officially confirmed for Friday, December 11, 2026, will take place at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales, and will stream live globally on Netflix. Read Also:Eubank Jr Offers [...] The post Joshua, Fury Set For First Face-Off Ahead Of Heavyweight Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.

England captain Harry Kane has heaped praise on teammate Anthony Gordon, asserting that the winger’s high-profile transfer to Barcelona has fundamentally accelerated his development and elevated his game to new heights. Following their 3-2 Nations League loss to Spain, in which Gordon bagged England’s first goal, the Three Lions bounced back with a 2-0 win [...] The post Kane: Barcelona Move Has Only Helped Gordon Grow appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nottingham Forest defender Ola Aina has revealed that playing for the Super Eagles can be intensely demanding due to the massive weight of expectations, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Aina, 29, has been a Super Eagles regular since making his debut under former coach Gernot Rohr in 2017. ​Born in London, he could have represented England and featured […]

Enyimba finally secured their first win of the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League,NPFL, season with an emphatic 4-2 victory over Shooting Stars. Richard Ezinna put the hosts ahead in the sixth minute after capitalising on a defensive error by the visitors. Enyimba doubled their lead in the 28th minute when Chibueze Damian unleashed a long-range [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: Enyimba Halt Winless Run, Rangers Go Top After Victory Over Wolves appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has set October 8, 2026 as the date to hear Senegal’s appeal against the decision that stripped the country of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title and awarded it to Morocco. In a statement released on Tuesday, September 30, CAS confirmed the hearing will take place at [...] The post CAS Sets October 8 For Senegal-Morocco AFCON 2025 Final Appeal appeared first on Complete Sports.

Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has firmly rejected calls for his resignation, insisting that walking away will not fix the deeper structural challenges facing the nation’s football following a shocking 4-2 defeat to The Gambia in their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. Recall that the Black Stars suffered a disastrous collapse in the match, [...] The post AFCON 2027Q: Quitting Is Not The Answer –Defiant Queiroz Rejects Resignation Talk After Ghana’s Loss To Gambia appeared first on Complete Sports.

Johannes Bonfrere, a former Nigeria coach, has described the Super Eagles’ 3-0 defeat to Djurtus [the Wild Dogs] of Guinea-Bissau in Tuesday’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier in Bissau as absolutely ‘unbelievable’, Completesports.com reports. The 80-year-old Bonfrère, who was in charge when Nigeria’s U-23s won the men’s football gold medal at the Atlanta [...] The post 2027 AFCONQ: Super Eagles’ 3-0 Defeat To Guinea-Bissau ‘Unbelievable’ — Bonfrere Slams ‘Stupid’ Excuses appeared first on Complete Sports.

Bendel Insurance media officer Kehinde Osagiede has insisted that the team remains fully focused on achieving their primary objectives in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), despite their recent 3-0 defeat to Abia Warriors. Reflecting on the heavy away loss, Osagiede maintained an optimistic outlook for the remainder of the campaign during a chat with [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: Bendel Insurance Focused On Redemption After Abia Warriors Setback Media Officer appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria suffered a shock 3-0 defeat to the Djurtus of Guinea-Bissau in their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying Matchday 2 encounter at the September 24 Stadium in Bissau on Tuesday night. The heavy defeat has piled pressure on the Super Eagles in their bid to qualify for the 2027 AFCON [...] The post AFCON 2027Q: 5 Major Observations From Super Eagles’ Defeat To Guinea-Bissau appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Atlas Lions of Morocco have matched Nigeria Super Eagles' historic FIFA ranking feat after climbing to fifth in the latest men's world rankings, Soccernet.ng reports. The Atlas Lions moved above Brazil into fifth place after the South American giants were held to a 1-1 draw by Australia, taking Morocco to the highest position ever […]

In a world where entertainment is increasingly shaped by technology, changing tastes and an endless choice of sporting competitions, football continues to command an extraordinary place in people’s lives. Its enduring appeal raises an intriguing question, what makes football so difficult for the rest of the sporting world to rival? Part of the answer lies [...] The post Why Football Remains The World’s Most Popular Sport In An Age Of Endless Entertainment appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles defender Ola Aina has admitted that he truly learnt how to defend during his time at Italian Serie club Torino, Soccernet.ng reports. Aina grew up at Chelsea and started his professional career there before joining Torino on loan in 2018 due to lack of playing time. The move would eventually becoming permanent just […]

Former Nigerian international Victor Ikpeba believes the Super Eagles would have secured a vastly different result had head coach Eric Chelle opted to start George Ilenikhena and Moses Usor against Guinea-Bissau. Nigeria suffered a disappointing 3-0 defeat to the Djurtus in Tuesday’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. Chelle’s side struggled to impose themselves throughout [...] The post AFCON 2027Q: Ilenikhena, Usor Should Have Started For Eagles Against Guinea-Bissau –Ikpeba appeared first on Complete Sports.

Victor Osimhen has suffered another sharp fall in his Transfermarkt valuation, with the Super Eagles striker dropping from €75 million to €65m in the latest market-value update, Soccernet.ng reports. The €10m reduction comes after a summer in which the Turkish Süper Lig attracted a remarkable collection of global stars, including Mohamed Salah, Rafael Leão and […]