Can one coach successfully manage two national teams when their crucial fixtures clash? The NFF’s decision to hand Eric Chelle responsibility for both the Super Eagles and Olympic Eagles has come under scrutiny following the scheduling clash between Nigeria’s AFCON and Olympic qualifying fixtures. In this edition of Complete Sports, we examine the implications of [...] The post Eric Chelle’s Double Role: Is NFF Jeopardising Nigeria’s AFCON And Olympic Dreams? appeared first on Complete Sports.

Bernardo Silva has been named as Portugal’s new captain after Cristiano Ronaldo’s retirement. The Real Madrid star, 32, has taken over the armband after Ronaldo ended his 23-year spell with the national team. Portugal boss Jorge Jesus revealed Ronaldo’s successor would be the player with the highest amount of caps in his squad. And that [...] The post Silva Named Portugal’s New Captain After Ronaldo Retirement appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has unveiled a 25-man squad for Nigeria’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON qualifying double-header against Tanzania’s Taifa Stars. Several key players have been included in the squad, with captain Wilfred Ndidi, Alex Iwobi, Calvin Bassey, Ademola Lookman and Moses Simon among the familiar faces called up by the [...] The post AFCON 2027Q: Chelle Names 25-Man Super Eagles Squad For Tanzania Double-Header appeared first on Complete Sports.

Galatasaray have confirmed that Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has undergone successful surgery following a knee injury sustained during their UEFA Champions League clash against Bundesliga side Stuttgart at the RAMS Park on Tuesday night. The 27-year-old underwent the procedure at Maslak Acıbadem Hospital, with Galatasaray club doctor, Yener İnce, leading the surgery. In a statement [...] The post Galatasaray Confirm Successful Surgery For Osimhen appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Matchday 12 fixture between Sporting Lagos and Rivers United has been postponed indefinitely with a new date to be announced in the days ahead. This was announced on the official X handle of the EUROMATCH Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) on Saturday, 7 November 2026. The game was set for today (Saturday) at the [...] The post EUROMATCH NPFL: Sporting Lagos vs Rivers United Postponed Indefinitely appeared first on Complete Sports.

Bayelsa United technical adviser Abdu Maikaba is optimistic about guiding the club back to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) following their relegation to the Nigeria National League ,NNL, last season. The Yenagoa-based side are targeting an immediate return to the top flight after an encouraging pre-season campaign in which they recorded just one defeat [...] The post NNL: Maikaba Targets Immediate NPFL Return With Bayelsa United appeared first on Complete Sports.

Leeds United goalkeeper James Trafford has opened up about the emotional toll of his short-lived return to Manchester City, describing the mental frustration of losing his starting spot under Pep Guardiola. Trafford rejoined City from Burnley in a £27 million deal after a standout campaign and started the club’s opening three Premier League fixtures. However, [...] The post Trafford Breaks Silence On Manchester City Frustrations, Leeds Move appeared first on Complete Sports.

Genk striker Rafiu Durosinmi has six league goals this season but none in his last two games as Genk visit second-placed Union Saint-Gilloise on Sunday.

Galatasaray's confirmation of knee surgery for Victor Osimhen leaves Eric Chelle weighing Kelechi Iheanacho's Turkish form for the Tanzania qualifiers.

A remarkable seven Premier League clubs have sent scouts to watch AC Milan defender Koni De Winter in recent matches, underlining the growing buzz around the 24-year-old Belgian. Liverpool, Manchester United, and Chelsea are the highest-profile names in that group, but Newcastle, Tottenham, Leeds United, and Brentford have also had representatives present at his games. […] The post Seven Premier League Clubs Scout AC Milan’s Koni De Winter Ahead Of Potential Summer Move appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Chidozie Iwundu's header gave Rangers International a 1-0 win over Bendel Insurance, while the NPFL handed Rivers United a suspended fine and points penalty.

Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey are expected to feature for Fulham at Craven Cottage on Saturday against a Newcastle side missing Joelinton and the suspended Jacob Ramsey.

Moses Usor's assist in LASK's 4-0 win at home to Slovan Bratislava follows a scoring Super Eagles debut and adds to his case for the Tanzania games.

A 3-1 semi-final win over Brazil in Morocco, with Awawu Bashiru scoring twice, sends Nigeria's Flamingos into the U-17 Women's World Cup final against Japan.

Ajax's Jordi Cruyff says terms are settled on a permanent deal for the Wolves loanee, whose Midtjylland brace lifts his season tally to 12 goals.

Super Eagles forwards Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman are missing from CAF's 10-man Men's Player of the Year shortlist ahead of the Lagos ceremony on 7 December.

Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze has had successful hip surgery in London and will miss both AFCON qualifiers against Tanzania.

Football Insider reports that Leeds United are weighing a January move for Super Eagles defender Zaidu Sanusi, and his Porto contract situation may decide whether it happens.

Eintracht Frankfurt have placed a €35 million valuation on young defender Nnamdi Collins, making any potential transfer a significant investment for interested clubs. The Bundesliga club holds a strong negotiating position, having tied Collins to a contract that runs until June 2030, giving them little incentive to accept anything below their asking price. Frankfurt are […] The post Eintracht Frankfurt Set €35m Price For Nnamdi Collins As Premier League Giants Circle appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Stanley Nwabali and Maduka Okoye enter the Tanzania AFCON qualifiers with different club form, and Eric Chelle's squad list should settle the goalkeeper pecking order.

Manchester United’s academy has produced one of the most coveted teenage prospects in Europe, yet the club will not see him play a single senior minute in red. JJ Gabriel, the 16-year-old attacker, is now widely expected to complete a move to Real Madrid in January after a transfer battle involving some of the continent’s […] The post Real Madrid Beat Barcelona, Bayern Munich And PSG To Manchester United Teenager JJ Gabriel appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Tanzania are due in Uyo on 8 November, five days before the AFCON qualifier, while many Europe-based Super Eagles join after weekend club games.

The National Sports Commission says each Super Falcons player has received the naira equivalent of $100,000 for the Women's Africa Cup of Nations triumph.

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen leads 23rd-placed Galatasaray against unbeaten Stuttgart in a Champions League tie where the hosts need points.

Rivers United coach Finidi George said Rangers got a draw and should not complain, and that he was not pleased with their time-wasting in the 1-1 NPFL game.

Fulham and Crystal Palace are reportedly watching Trabzonspor defender Chibuike Nwaiwu ahead of January, but the Turkish club reportedly wanted €30m to €35m.

Super Eagles striker Umar Sadiq scored the only goal in Valencia's 1-0 win over Elche, six minutes after coming on in his return from a two-month injury.

Diego Simeone says he has a lot of faith in Ademola Lookman as the Super Eagles forward searches for form before Atlético Madrid face Bayern Munich.

Tanzania have named a 24-man squad for the two AFCON 2027 qualifiers against the Super Eagles, starting in Uyo on 13 November.

Weeks of mounting frustration over a lack of playing time had fuelled genuine speculation about Estêvão Willian’s Chelsea future, but Saturday afternoon at Stamford Bridge changed the conversation entirely. The 19-year-old Brazilian had slipped down Xabi Alonso’s attacking pecking order, according to reports published only days before the match, with unused appearances raising questions about […] The post Estêvão Willian Silences Exit Speculation With Standout Performance In Chelsea’s Rout Of Manchester United appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Super Eagles duo Terem Moffi and Raphael Onyedika both scored on Sunday, but Eintracht Frankfurt beat Hamburg 3-1 in the Bundesliga.

Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho is reported to be a Fenerbahçe target, but Bursaspor president Enes Çelik says only a very large offer would tempt the club.

Shooting Stars thrashed Abia Warriors 4-1 on NPFL Matchday 11 as Rivers United, Enugu Rangers, Bendel Insurance and Kano Pillars finished level on 18 points.

Manchester United are reported to be assessing Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey, whose Fulham contract expires in summer 2027.

Only one Group L place is open to Nigeria, Guinea-Bissau and Madagascar, and the tie-break rules put head-to-head results first.

Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye saved a penalty in Udinese's draw at Parma, ending a run of six straight league defeats.