The Confederation of African Football , CAF, has appointed a team of Ethiopian officials to oversee Tuesday’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match between Guinea-Bissau and Nigeria’s Super Eagles. The Group L encounter is scheduled to kick off at 4pm local time in Guinea-Bissau (5pm Nigerian time) at the Estádio Nacional 24 de Setembro [...] The post AFCON 2027Q: CAF Appoints Ethiopian Officials For Guinea-Bissau Vs Super Eagles appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former South Africa international Eric Tinkler has left Asante Kotoko after only four Ghana Premier League matches, with the club accepting his request to terminate his contract for personal reasons. His departure came shortly after Kotoko’s 2–0 home defeat to Aduana FC, as reported by GBC Ghana. The South African coach’s brief league record was [...] The post Ex-Bafana Bafana Star Tinkler Leaves Role As Asante Kotoko Head Coach After Four League Games appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigeria's Super Eagles are set to take on the Djurtus of Guinea-Bissau on Tuesday, September 29, and LASK attacker Moses Usor has given coach Eric Chelle a selection headache ahead of the fixture, Soccernet.ng reports. The LASK forward came off the bench against Madagascar and needed just four minutes to score the winning goal in […]

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will face Guinea-Bissau in their second 2027 AFCON qualifier tomorrow, with several Djurtus players capable of causing problems for Eric Chelle’s men, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria will enter the contest with confidence after recovering from a goal down to beat Madagascar 2-1 in Uyo, but Guinea-Bissau also made an impressive start […]

LAFC have parted ways with first-year head coach Marc Dos Santos following a dramatic slump in form that has left the club sixth in the Western Conference standings. The decision was announced on Sunday, less than 24 hours after a 1-0 defeat to FC Dallas further deepened the club’s growing injury to playoff confidence. LAFC […] The post LAFC Dismisses Head Coach Marc Dos Santos With Six Regular Season Games Remaining appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Domestic football fans watching Brentford this season will notice something that has been in the stadium since the club’s promotion: a South African brand on the boards. The NFF’s interest in the club runs deeper than commercial partnerships. Michael Kayode told reporters this week that Nigeria approached him about switching allegiance, though he was clear [...] The post Hollywoodbets Extends At Brentford While Building One Of Africa’s Biggest Sports Sponsorship Portfolios appeared first on Complete Sports.

Abia Warriors head coach Imama Amapakabo has explained how he and his crew tactically outsmarted Bendel Insurance in Sunday’s NPFL home clash. A brace from Chukwuemeka Obioma and a solitary strike from Ettah Ikoi secured the dominant win for Abia Warriors. It was a return to winning ways for Abia Warriors, who headed into the [...] The post EUROMATCH NPFL: ‘How We Tactically Outsmarted Bendel Insurance’ — Abia Warriors Coach Amapakabo appeared first on Complete Sports.

Plateau United technical adviser Gbenga Ogunbote has called on his players to improve their finishing after the team defeated Inter Lagos 2-0 in a matchday six encounter at the New Jos Stadium on Sunday. Gideon Monday and Jibrin Ibrahim scored in the second half to secure victory for the Peace Boys. Despite the comfortable win, [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: Ogunbote Outlines Key Areas For Plateau United To Improve appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Super Eagles will face Guinea-Bissau in their second 2027 AFCON qualifying fixture on Tuesday, with Eric Chelle’s side looking to make it two wins from two and take control of Group L, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria opened their qualifying campaign with a 2-1 comeback victory over Madagascar in Uyo on Friday, while Guinea-Bissau also claimed […]

As many as 28 goals were scored in nine matches at the Inspire Sports Ground, Cappa, Oshodi, Lagos as the https://1xcup.ng group-stage action continued from September 22 to 24. The trio of Newhope Naija, Collins Edwin, Dynamic FC shone in the group matches of the biggest grassroots football tournament in Lagos as teams battle to [...] The post 1XCup 2026: Nine matches Yield 28 Goals As Group-Stage Action Continues appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Stoke City manager Tony Pulis has strongly voiced his frustration, admitting he feels “cheated” following reports regarding Manchester City’s financial charges verdict. Pulis was in the dugout when Stoke City reached their historic first-ever FA Cup final in 2011, ultimately losing 1-0 to Manchester City courtesy of a Yaya Touré goal. That victory marked [...] The post It Leaves A Sour Taste –Pulis Reflects On Man City’s 2011 Triumph Over Stoke City appeared first on Complete Sports.

​Portugal coach Jorge Jesus has compared Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen with Manchester City star Erling Braut Haaland, Soccernet.ng reports. ​On Sunday, the Portuguese Seleção locked horns with Norway in their second UEFA Nations League fixture at the Ullevaal Stadium in Oslo. ​Norway’s talisman was, naturally, Haaland. The 26-year-old Manchester City marksman boasts an incredible […]

Cape Verde hero, Josimar Dias popularly known as Vozinha has said he has lost his peace and privacy following his sensational rise to global fame at the 2026 World Cup. Vozinha, 40, was unknown outside Portugal’s second division six months ago, where he played for Chaves. Everything changed at the World Cup. His Player of [...] The post I No Longer Have Any Privacy — Cape Verde Goalkeeper Hero Vozinha Laments Loss of Peace After 2026 World Cup Fame appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze could be set for the biggest battle of his international career since he made his Nigeria debut eight years ago, Soccernet.ng reports. Since his promotion from the Golden Eaglets to the Super Eagles in 2018, Chukwueze has made 60 appearances for Nigeria, scoring seven goals. In that time, the AC […]

Niger Tornadoes technical adviser Kabiru Dogo has attributed his side’s 1-0 defeat to Nasarawa United to a lapse in concentration. The Solid Miners suffered a narrow defeat in their Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 6 encounter at the Lafia City Stadium on Sunday. Centre-back Harrison Ebah scored the decisive goal in the 20th minute, [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: Dogo Blames Loss Of Concentration For Niger Tornadoes’ Defeat To Nasarawa United appeared first on Complete Sports.

Botswana has officially withdrawn from the joint bid with South Africa and Zimbabwe to host the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), leaving the two remaining countries to continue the hosting process with the Confederation of African Football (CAF). According to Botswana newspaper Mmegi (via Morocco World News) the decision came after the government declined [...] The post Botswana Withdraws From 2028 AFCON Joint Bid With South Africa, Zimbabwe appeared first on Complete Sports.

LaLiga President Javier Tebas has strongly reiterated his call for strict financial oversight, economic controls, and absolute transparency across European football. His comments come in the wake of widespread reports regarding the ongoing legal proceedings surrounding Manchester City and their alleged breaches of Premier League financial regulations. Read Also:2027 AFCONQ: Super Eagles Arrive In Guinea- [...] The post La Liga President Calls For Strict Financial Controls, Transparency Following Manchester City Case appeared first on Complete Sports.

Ikorodu City goalkeeper Michael Atata has attributed the team’s historic 2-0 victory over defending champions Rangers to concentration, determination and hard work. The Oga Boys recorded their first-ever league win over Rangers following an impressive performance at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos, on Sunday. Super Eagles midfielder Aderemi Adeoye gave Ikorodu City the perfect [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: Ikorodu City Goalkeeper Atata Reveals Key To Victory Over Rangers appeared first on Complete Sports.

Chelsea’s pursuit of AS Roma midfielder Manu Kone has ended in disappointment, with the French international remaining in the Italian capital despite reported interest from the London club. Roma sporting director D’Amico moved swiftly to dismiss the speculation, delivering a blunt assessment of the situation that undermined claims of a serious transfer approach. D’Amico stated […] The post Chelsea Miss Out On Manu Kone Transfer As Roma Sporting Director Denies Official Bid Was Ever Made appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have arrived in Bissau ahead of Tuesday’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Group L, matchday 2 qualifying clash against Guinea-Bissau. The Super Eagles arrival was confirmed by its media officer Peomise Efoghe. The team, led by head coach Eric Chelle, touched down at the Osvaldo Vieira International Airport on Sunday evening [...] The post 2027 AFCONQ: Super Eagles Arrive In Guinea- Bissau Ahead Clash With Djurtus appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have landed in Guinea-Bissau ahead of their clash against the Djurtus on Tuesday, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Last Friday, Eric Chelle’s men grabbed the maximum three points from their opening game of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying series after coming from a goal down to defeat Madagascar 2-1 at the Godswill Akpabio […]

Super Eagles striker George Ilenikhena’s path to the Nigeria national team began with a conversation in French, Soccernet.ng reports. Eric Chelle personally convinced the Al-Ittihad striker to choose Nigeria after years spent developing inside the French football system. A source with knowledge of the situation told Soccernet that Chelle was the man who persuaded Ilenikhena […]

Reflecting on his illustrious 25-year career, tennis legend Roger Federer has opened up about what he truly cherished most, emphasizing that the joy of globe-trotting, building lifelong friendships, and connecting with fans meant just as much to him as lifting trophies. Speaking on the experience of traveling the world, Federer in a chat with Tennis [...] The post Federer Reflects On 25 Years Traveling The World On Tour appeared first on Complete Sports.

Arsenal have accelerated their checks on Ibrahim Maza, with the Bayer Leverkusen midfielder emerging as one of the more intriguing young names on the market ahead of a potential future move. According to TeamTalk (via Yahoo Sports) Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur have both intensified their interest in the 20-year-old, while several other Premier League clubs [...] The post Arsenal Step Up Interest In Highly-Rated Algeria International appeared first on Complete Sports.

Liverpool and Manchester United’s injury woes could be set to intensify after Sunday’s Nations League action. Both Cody Gakpo and Patrick Dorgu were forced off during the first half of their nations’ respective matches. Gakpo was taken off just 17 minutes into the Netherlands’ clash with Serbia. It comes after Alexander Isak left the Sweden [...] The post Nations League: Liverpool, Man United Handed Injury Blows As Star Duo Forced Off appeared first on Complete Sports.

Enyimba ended their winless run in the Nigeria Premier Football League ,NPFL, with a goalless draw against Kano Pillars in their Matchday Six fixture at the Sani Abacha Stadium on Sunday. The result earned the nine-time champions their first point of the season after suffering defeats in their previous four outings. Defending champions Rangers, meanwhile, [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: Enyimba End Winless Run, Ikorodu City Down Rangers appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former England striker *Darren Bent* has called for Manchester City to be relegated to *League Two* and handed a six-year transfer ban if found guilty of their 115 alleged financial breaches. Speaking on talkSPORT, the ex-Tottenham and Sunderland man did not hold back when asked what punishment City should face. “City should be relegated to [...] The post Man City Should Be Relegated To League Two, Handed Six-year Transfer Ban — Former Premier League Striker appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Super Eagles have lost two potential players, as former Golden Eaglets goalkeeper Akpan Udoh and former Enugu Rangers shot-stopper Kingdom Osayi have decided to switch allegiance to Uganda, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Udoh, who is 27 years old, was part of Nigeria's Under-17 World Cup squad in 2015 — the same set that produced Victor Osimhen […]

Manchester United legend Roy Keane has launched a scathing critique of Chelsea star Cole Palmer, claiming the midfielder has “far too many bad habits” to truly elevate the England national team. Speaking ahead of international fixtures, Keane pointed directly to Chelsea’s 3-0 defeat against Brentford, expressing skepticism over whether Palmer can be the main catalyst [...] The post He Has Too Many Bad Habits –Keane Slams Palmer appeared first on Complete Sports.

Several Super Eagles stars and emerging internationals have been rewarded by a Transfermarkt update after the opening weeks of the 2026/27 season, Soccernet.ng reports. Some have climbed because opportunity has met performance. Others have paid the price for injuries, reduced minutes or difficult starts, while a fresh generation has pushed into Eric Chelle’s thinking ahead […]

Arsenal striker Viktor Gyokeres has openly admitted that his lack of regular starting minutes under Mikel Arteta has been “frustrating,” while also addressing widespread speculation regarding his future. Speaking to Swedish media outlet SVT while on international duty, where he recently scored in Sweden’s 2-1 UEFA Nations League victory over Romania, Gyokeres didn’t shy away [...] The post ‘It Can Be Frustrating At Times’ –Gyokeres Addresses Lack Of Regular Starts Under Arteta appeared first on Complete Sports.

Preparations for Nigeria’s Sand Eagles crucial CAF Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations qualifying tie against Ghana have moved up a gear, with all 20 invited Sand Eagles players now in camp in Kaduna. The team has been training for the past week at the Murtala Muhammed Square Sports Complex, where they have been undergoing [...] The post Beach Soccer AFCON: Sand Eagles Intensify Preparations For Ghana Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Arsenal and Manchester City star Samir Nasri has said France and England lack a clear playing identity, while hailing Spain as the model. Speaking on Canal+ Foot this weekend, the ex-France international questioned the midfield balance in the current French generation and compared it to the Spanish system. “France do NOT have a game [...] The post France, England Don’t Have Football Identity — Ex-Arsenal Star appeared first on Complete Sports.

Sporting Lagos head coach Jeffrey Buter has expressed disappointment after his side were held to a 1-1 draw by Barau FC in their Nigeria Premier Football League ,NPFL, Matchday 6 encounter at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, on Saturday. Barau FC took the lead on the stroke of half-time when Joseph Atule converted from the [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: Buter Laments Sporting Lagos’ Dropped Points Against Barau FC appeared first on Complete Sports.

Shooting Stars defender Desmond Ojiefietan has expressed confidence in the Oluyole Warriors’ chances of securing maximum points against Warri Wolves. Shooting Stars are set to face Warri Wolves at the Southern Delta University Stadium in Ozoro on Sunday, with Ojiefietan backing his teammates to come away with a positive result. The defender believes the team’s [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: Shooting Stars’ Ojiefietan Exudes Confidence Ahead Of Warri Wolves Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.

After a nearly three-decade hiatus, the prestigious Nigeria Open Golf Tournament is officially making its long-awaited return. The Nigeria Golf Federation (NGF), led by President Otunba Olusegun Runsewe, has announced that the marquee championship will take place from November 16 to 20, 2027. The tournament was a cornerstone of Nigerian sports history, running from 1969 [...] The post Nigeria Open Championship Returns After 28-Year Break –NGF appeared first on Complete Sports.