Former Nigerian international Victor Ikpeba has warned that the outcome of Thursday’s 2026 World Cup qualifying playoffs between the Super Eagles and Panthers of Gabon will be determined by the players’ mindset. With qualification pressure increasing, Nigeria will be aiming to assert dominance and avoid any slip-up. Recall that the winner of this tie goes [...] The post 2026 WCQ Playoffs: It’s About The Mindset –Ikpeba Speaks Ahead Nigeria Vs Gabon appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Super Eagles midfielder Mikel Obi believes the Chelsea midfield partnership of Moisés Caicedo, Cole Palmer, and Enzo Fernandez are the best in the Premier League. Recall that the trio played an integral role in the team’s Europa Conference League and Club World Cup triumph this year. In a chat with The Obi One Podcast, [...] The post Caicedo, Fernandez, Palmer’s Partnership Best In Premier League –Mikel appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Nigerian international Dosu Joseph has advised Super Eagles midfielders to be at their best against Gabon in tomorrow’s 2026 World Cup qualifying playoff clash in Rabat, Morocco. With a spot in the Intercontinental Playoffs up for grabs, Eric Chelle’s side knows that anything less than victory would be disastrous for their 2026 ambitions. In [...] The post 2026 WCQ Playoffs: Super Eagles Midfield Must Be 100% Active Vs Gabon –Ex Nigerian Goalkeeper appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigeria’s U20 women’s national team, the Falconets, capped off a flawless performance at the 2025 WAFU Zone B U20 Girls’ Cup with a 1–0 victory over hosts Benin Republic on Tuesday at the Omnisport Stadium in Adjohoun. A 16th-minute goal from Ramotalahi Kareem, sealed the win for coach Moses Aduku’s side, who finished the tournament [...] The post Nigeria’s Falconets Crowned WAFU Zone B U20 Champions appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Cameroon will be without key duo Andre-Frank Zambo Anguissa and Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting at the 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs, reports Completesports.com. Anguissa, who was named Serie A Player of the Month for October picked up an unspecified muscular injury during training with the Indomitable Lions this week. The combative midfielder could be set for [...] The post 2026 WCQ Playoffs: Cameroon Suffer Double Injury Blow appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Falcons forward, Esther Okoronkwo delivered a masterclass performance on Monday night, scoring a first-half hat-trick to power AFC Toronto into the Northern Super League (NSL) playoff final after a 4–1 win over Montreal Roses at York Lions Stadium. The victory secured a 6–1 aggregate victory for Toronto, who had earlier won 2–0 in the [...] The post Esther Okoronkwo Hits Hat-Trick to Fire AFC Toronto into NSL Final appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare will play under a new manager at Wolverhampton Wanderers following the appointment of Rob Edwards on Wednesday. Edwards takes over a side winless in the Premier League on just two points following Saturday’s 3-0 defeat to Chelsea at Stamford which has left them eight points from safety. He replaced Vitor [...] The post Arokodare Gets New Manager At Wolves appeared first on Complete Sports.

Erik ten Hag has reportedly turned down the prospect of making an emotional return to Ajax after holding informal talks with his former club. The ex-Man United boss has been linked with a return to the dugout in recent weeks, having initially been tipped to take charge of Wolves before the Premier League’s bottom club [...] The post Ten Hag Rejects Chance To Return For Second Spell As Ajax Coach appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Falconets of Nigeria ended their campaign at the 2025 WAFU B U-20 Girls Cup with a slim 1-0 victory over hosts Benin Republic on Tuesday. It was their second win over the Young Amazons at the competition. Ramotalahi Kareem netted the decisive goal for Moses Aduku’s side after 16 minutes. Read Also:2026 WCQ Playoffs: [...] The post WAFU B U-20 Girls Cup: Falconets Overcome Benin To Secure Fourth Consecutive Win appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will tomorrow take on the Panthers of Gabon in the 2025 FIFA World Cup qualification playoff semi-final. Both sides are just two wins away from keeping their World Cup dream alive, with the victor set to face either Cameroon or DR Congo for a place in the Intercontinental playoffs. Nigeria [...] The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 27 – Nigeria VS Gabon Preview appeared first on Complete Sports.

Barcelona president Joan Laporta says it is “unrealistic” that record goalscorer Lionel Messi will return to the club, but he wants to hold a tribute match. Forward Messi, 37, made a surprise visit to the Nou Camp last week, saying he wants to come back, and “not just to say goodbye as a player”. The [...] The post Laporta Plays Down Speculation Over Messi’s Possible Return To Barcelona appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Falcons defender, Ashleigh Plumptre has opened up about her decision to extend her contract with Al Ittihad Ladies, describing the move as a reflection of how much she enjoys her time in Saudi Arabia and her belief in the club’s long-term project. The 27-year-old Nigeria international, who joined Al-Ittihad from Leicester City in 2023, [...] The post “I Feel Safer in Saudi Arabia” – Ashleigh Plumptre Opens Up on Life at Al-Ittihad appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Panthers of Gabon head coach Thierry Mouyouma is banking on Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Denis Bouanga to deliver the goods for his team against the Super Eagles of Nigeria. The duo have scored 15 of Gabon’s 22 goals in the 2026 FIFA World cup qualifiers. Aubameyang has contributed seven goals, while Bounaga has netted eight times. [...] The post 2026 WCQ: Gabon Coach Banks On Aubemayang, Bounaga To Beat Super Eagles appeared first on Complete Sports.

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The Nigeria Football Federation is facing renewed pressure to reinstate a formal Code of Conduct for all National team. This follows a string of disciplinary lapses and public outcry over player behavior during national duty. The proposed code will outline clear standards for conduct, camp discipline, and professional responsibilities. Former Super Eagles coach Sunday Oliseh [...] The post NFF Needs Code of Conduct Amid Rising Discipline Concerns appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Super Falcons and Brighton goalkeeper, Chiamaka Nnadozie is proud of herself after being named among the world’s elite shot-stoppers after earning a nomination for The Best FIFA Women’s Goalkeeper 2025 Award. The Nigerian international, who capped a remarkable year with standout performances for both club and country, shared her thoughts in an interview where she [...] The post “I’m One of Them” – Nnadozie Proud of FIFA Nomination, Targets Silverware with Brighton appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

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Super Eagles skipper, William Troost-Ekong has called for unwavering support as the national team gears up for their crucial continental playoff semifinal against Gabon in Morocco. Troost-Ekong acknowledged the challenges faced but expressed growing confidence within the squad. “I think we’ve been under pressure from the start. How we started these qualifiers — that’s the [...] The post Super Eagles Captain Urges Nigerians to Rally Behind Team appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Former Super Eagles midfielder, Friday Ekpo has criticized the Nigeria Football Federation for allowing distractions at a crucial stage in Nigeria’s quest for the 2026 World Cup qualification. Ekpo argued that such financial disputes should have been addressed and resolved well in advance to avoid undermining the team’s focus and morale. “Not at this point [...] The post Friday Ekpo Slams NFF Over Timing of Misappropriation Scandal Ahead of World Cup Playoffs appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

The Super Eagles have boycotted training in Morocco just 48 hours before their decisive 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff semi-final against Gabon, due to unresolved financial disputes with the NFF. In a brief statement reportedly issued jointly by the players and officials, the team confirmed the development, saying: “The full squad, including officials, boycotted training [...] The post How NFF’s Failed Promises Triggered Super Eagles Boycott appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Scotland winger Ben Gannon-Doak says he’s optimistic the team will qualify for the 2026 World Cup. The winger is with Steve Clarke’s squad for a warm-weather training camp in Turkey ahead of a decisive qualifying double-header away to Greece and at home to Denmark. The Scots know that two wins will see them book their [...] The post Scotland Will Qualify For 2026 World Cup –Gannon-Doak appeared first on Complete Sports.

Victor Osimhen’s arrival on Tuesday brought the number of players in camp to 23, with Maduka Okoye being the only player yet to arrive Rabat. However, training was suspended due to the ongoing standoff between the players and the NFF. There is a dispute over unpaid match bonuses and allowances estimated at about six million [...] The post Super Eagles Boycott Training as Unpaid Bonuses Disrupt Camp Ahead of World Cup Playoffs appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Bukayo Saka says his Arsenal teammates are not listening to outside noise because opinions “change like the weather”. His side have started the season well and go into the November international break with a four-point lead at the top of the Premier League. It could have been six points, but The Gunners were held to [...] The post People’s Opinions About Us Change Like Weather –Saka appeared first on Complete Sports.

Bayern Munich defender Dayot Upamecano has disclosed that he’ll make the right decision on his future at the club. The French defender has yet to agree a new deal with Bayern and may leave as a free agent at the end of the season as things stand. In a chat with L’Equipe, Upamecano insists his [...] The post I’ll Make The Right Decision –Upamecano Speaks On Bayern Munich’s Future appeared first on Complete Sports.

Panthers of Gabon head coach Thierry Mouyouma says they will approach their 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs with Super Eagles without fear, reports Completesports.com. Mouyouma however claimed the Super Eagles are favourites to win the semi-final tie. The gaffer further said the three-time African champions will be under pressure to win the game. “We know [...] The post 2026 WCQ Playoffs: Super Eagles Favourites But We Are Not Afraid — Mouyouma appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has debunked reports that the players have demanded a special bonus for the 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs, reports Completesports.com . The players boycotted training in Rabat, Morocco on Tuesday to demand payment of their outstanding bonuses and allowances. Troost-Ekong, and his teammates released a statement stating reason for their [...] The post 2026 WCQ Playoffs: Troost-Ekong Denies Demand For Special Bonus appeared first on Complete Sports.

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Bukayo Saka has agreed with former Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel’s recent comments suggesting that he should be scoring more goals for England. The Arsenal winger recently became the club’s highest-scoring player for the national team when he netted in the 3-0 friendly win over Wales. Despite this milestone, Tuchel said he was surprised that Saka […] The post Bukayo Saka ‘100%’ Agrees with Thomas Tuchel’s Call to Score More Goals for England appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Head of the Premier League’s refereeing body, Howard Webb, has defended the decision to rule out Virgil van Dijk’s header in Liverpool’s 3-0 loss to Manchester City on Sunday. Webb appeared on the Match Officials Mic’d Up programme (via The Athletic) and maintained that it was not “unreasonable” for his officials to reach the conclusion [...] The post EPL’s Refereeing Body Defends Decision To Rule Out Van Dijk’s Goal Vs Man City appeared first on Complete Sports.

Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti has advised Real Madrid star Endrick to leave the club if he wants to be part of his squad for the 2026 World Cup. Recall that the 19-year-old has only played one game this season, coming on as a 79th-minute substitute in a 4-0 win over Valencia. Speaking with Placar, the [...] The post Ancelotti: Why I Can’t Consider Endrick For Brazil Selection appeared first on Complete Sports.

Alex Iwobi says confidence is high in the Super Eagles camp ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs. The Super Eagles will take on the Panthers of Gabon in the semi-final at the Prince Héritier Moulay El Hassan Sports Complex, Rabat on Thursday. Iwobi Expects Tough Test Iwobi is expecting a difficult duel against [...] The post ‘The Confidence Is High’ — Iwobi Upbeat Super Eagles Will Qualify For 2026 World Cup appeared first on Complete Sports.

Inter Miami captain Lionel Messi believes the Major League Soccer (MLS) is more relaxed than the European football. Now 38, Messi in a chat with Spanish outlet SPORT, stated that he’s enjoying life in Florida without being under constant scrutiny as he was in Europe. Read Also:2026 WCQ Playoffs: Super Eagles Boycott Training Over Unpaid [...] The post MLS More Relaxed Than European Football –Messi appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles’ players refused to train on Tuesday over unpaid bonuses, reports Completesports.com. The bonuses are reportedly for both the qualifying campaigns for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and the 2026 FIFA World Cup. According to a statement released by the players, they want a quick resolution on that matter so that they can [...] The post 2026 WCQ Playoffs: Super Eagles Boycott Training Over Unpaid Bonuses appeared first on Complete Sports.