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Super Eagles watch: How Kelechi Iheanacho helped Celtic to 56th Premiership title after Hearts-break
Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho has won the Scottish Premiership title with Celtic, following a dramatic 3-1 victory over Hearts at Celtic Park on Saturday, Soccernet.ng reports. ​The Hoops welcomed title rivals Hearts to Glasgow for their final game of the season on Saturday. The stakes couldn't have been higher, with the match serving as […]
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Okoye Earns Serie A Player Of The Month Nomination
Maduka Okoye has been shortlisted for the Serie A Player of the Month for May, Completesports.com reports. Okoye kept two clean sheets in two league appearances during the month. The Zebras defeated Cagliari 2-0 away in their first game of the month. Read Also:Iheanacho’s Celtic Wins Scottish Premiership Title Kosta Runjaic’s side followed up with [...] The post Okoye Earns Serie A Player Of The Month Nomination appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Crazy Season For Me –Boniface Reacts After Leaving Werder Bremen
Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface has described his 2025–26 loan spell at Werder Bremen as a crazy and challenging experience, following a difficult period marked by injuries, failed high-profile transfers, and a significant dip in form. The Nigerian forward experienced a severe goal drought, failing to score in 11 Bundesliga appearances for Bremen after leaving [...] The post Crazy Season For Me –Boniface Reacts After Leaving Werder Bremen appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Semenyo’s Superb Strike Inflicts Fourth Straight FA Cup Final Defeat On Chelsea
Manchester City kept alive their hopes of winning a domestic treble as Antoine Semenyo’s brilliant second-half finish broke Chelsea’s resolve to settle the FA Cup final 1-0 at Wembley. Chelsea have now lost their last four appearances in the FA Cup final, while City halted a run of back-to-back loses in the final. The win [...] The post Semenyo’s Superb Strike Inflicts Fourth Straight FA Cup Final Defeat On Chelsea appeared first on Complete Sports.
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EXCLUSIVE: 11 Data-Driven Storylines That Defined the 2025/26 NWFL Regular Season
The 2025/26 Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL) regular season never really settled into one predictable pattern. Traditional powers stayed consistent and some teams dominated from the first whistle of the campaign. Others faded badly after strong starts and a few teams survived almost entirely on home form. Debutants and newly promoted sides once again felt [...] The post EXCLUSIVE: 11 Data-Driven Storylines That Defined the 2025/26 NWFL Regular Season appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Bundesliga: Tella Missing As Bayer Leverkusen Hold Hamburger
Super Eagles winger Nathan Tella was missing in action as Bayer Leverkusen were held to a 1-1 draw by Hamburger in Saturday’s Bundesliga game. The Nigerian international, who has made 17 appearances, has scored one and bagged six assists this season for Leverkusen. Recall that Tella was nursing a muscle injury and was left off [...] The post Bundesliga: Tella Missing As Bayer Leverkusen Hold Hamburger appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Finally! Kelechi Iheanacho Secures First League Title
Celtic clinched the league title on the final day of the season after defeating Heart of Midlothian 3-1 in a dramatic encounter. Coming into the match, Celtic needed a victory to secure the title, while Hearts only required a draw to become champions. Hearts looked set to frustrate Celtic after taking the lead in the [...] The post Finally! Kelechi Iheanacho Secures First League Title appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Iheanacho’s Celtic Wins Scottish Premiership Title
Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho has won the 2025/26 Scottish Premiership title with Celtic following the club’s 3-1 comeback victory against Hearts at Paradise on Saturday. Celtic secured their 56th league crown after fighting back from a goal down to defeat Hearts in front of their home fans. Michael Steinwender put Hearts ahead in the [...] The post Iheanacho’s Celtic Wins Scottish Premiership Title appeared first on Complete Sports.
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STJD Reduz Pena De Abel Ferreira, Mas Técnico Do Palmeiras Segue Suspenso Por Quatro Jogos
Todos sabem o quão intempestivo o treinador português pode ser. É recorrentemente expulso e é sempre visto visivelmente irritado em jogos do Palmeiras, sobretudo aqueles que perde. Isso trouxe-lhe algumas consequências. Tudo começou com 8 jogos, mas após o recurso, essa “pena” foi reduzida para 4 jogos. Isto vai dar ao mister algum tempo extra [...] The post STJD Reduz Pena De Abel Ferreira, Mas Técnico Do Palmeiras Segue Suspenso Por Quatro Jogos appeared first on Complete Sports.
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“A lot happened” – Victor Boniface’s first words after confirmation of Werder Bremen exit
Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface will leave Werder Bremen and return to Bayer Leverkusen following the conclusion of his loan deal, Soccernet.ng reports. ​The past year has been grueling for Boniface. Last summer, he was on the verge of joining AC Milan, but the move collapsed at the eleventh hour due to a failed medical. […]
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Nigeria vs Senegal: Super Falcons revive old rivalry in two crucial WAFCON warm-up ties
Nigeria’s preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations will continue with two international friendlies against Senegal next month, Soccernet.ng reports. This comes after weeks of uncertainty surrounding the Super Falcons’ build-up to the tournament in Morocco. The Nigeria Football Federation confirmed via the SFShow that both matches will be played in Ikenne on […]
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OFFICIAL: Lewandowski To Leave Barcelona End Of Season
Newly crowned La Liga champions, Barcelona, have announced that Polish striker Robert Lewandowski will leave at the end of this season. Barcelona confirmed Lewandowski’s departure in a statement on their official website. “Robert Lewandowski will bring his time as an FC Barcelona player to an end at the close of the season,” the club stated. [...] The post OFFICIAL: Lewandowski To Leave Barcelona End Of Season appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Super Falcons To Face Senegal In Double-Header International Friendly Games
Nigeria’s Super Falcons will take on Senegal in a double-header international friendly encounter. This was revealed on the Super Falcons Show X handle on Saturday. It is gathered that the two matches will take place inside the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, Ogun State on June 5 and 8, 2026. The ties will serve as [...] The post Super Falcons To Face Senegal In Double-Header International Friendly Games appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Tella Doubtful For Bayer Leverkusen Vs Hamburg
Nathan Tella is a major doubt for Bayer Leverkusen’s Bundesliga home clash against Hamburg due to injury, Completesports.com reports. Tella missed last weekend’s 3-1 defeat to VfB Stuttgart due to a muscle strain. According to Kicker, Bayer Leverkusen are sweating on the fitness of the Nigerian international, and striker Christian Kofane. Kofane, a Cameroonian sustained [...] The post Tella Doubtful For Bayer Leverkusen Vs Hamburg appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Nigeria: Jamaica explain real reason behind cancelled Super Falcons tie in England
Super Falcons' preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco have suffered another setback after Jamaica pulled out of a planned international friendly against Nigeria in England, Soccernet.ng reports. The match was expected to take place during the Unity Cup activities in the United Kingdom later this month and would have given […]
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Iheanacho Targets Scottish Premiership Title In Hearts clash
Kelechi Iheanacho will be aiming to clinch the Scottish Premiership title when Celtic face Hearts in a winner-takes-all title showdown on Saturday (today), reports Completesports.com. Celtic trail leaders Hearts by one point on the league table, and must overcome the visitors to clinch the title. Hearts, meanwhile, are eager to bring an end to their [...] The post Iheanacho Targets Scottish Premiership Title In Hearts clash appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Paul Onuachu: Super Eagles star nears historic feat with Trabzonspor
Super Eagles striker Paul Onuachu is closing in on a major milestone with Trabzonspor ahead of their final Turkish Super Lig match of the season against Genclerbirligi, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigerian forward has been in superb form throughout the campaign for the Black Sea Storm and has played a key role in their push for a return […]
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Emma Raducanu Next Match: British No 1 Set for Strasbourg Return Against Diane Parry
Emma Raducanu’s next match is now confirmed as a first-round clash against France’s Diane Parry at the Internationaux de Strasbourg, with the British No 1 finally set to end a two-month absence from competitive tennis as she prepares for her first clay tournament of 2026. The WTA 500 event in Strasbourg begins on Sunday May […] The post Emma Raducanu Next Match: British No 1 Set for Strasbourg Return Against Diane Parry appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Awoniyi receives special Forest shirt after Chelsea heroics amid transfer speculation
Nigeria striker Taiwo Awoniyi has been honoured by Nottingham Forest after reaching 100 appearances for the club, Soccernet.ng reports. In acknowledging the moment, the Super Eagles forward received a special commemorative shirt during team training on Friday. The 28-year-old was celebrated alongside teammate Chris Wood, who also recently reached the 100-game mark for the Tricky […]
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‘Healthy again’ – Werder Bremen boss issues fitness update on Super Eagles star
Werder Bremen's Director of Football, Peter Niemeyer, has shared an injury update on two Super Eagles stars ahead of their final Bundesliga game against Borussia Dortmund, Soccernet.ng reports. Die Werderaner welcome Die Schwarzgelben to the Weser Stadion this afternoon, although there's not a lot to play for, as both sides have achieved their aim for […]
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NPFL: Abia Warriors Top Scorer Obioma Laments CAFCC Hopes Collapse After Kun Khalifat Defeat
Emeka Obioma, Abia Warriors’ leading scorer, has lamented his side’s missed opportunity to finish the campaign among the top three teams on the final-day table — a feat that would have earned them a place in the 2026/2027 CAF Confederation Cup, Completesports.com reports. Obioma is Abia Warriors’ top scorer with 11 goals so far this [...] The post NPFL: Abia Warriors Top Scorer Obioma Laments CAFCC Hopes Collapse After Kun Khalifat Defeat appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Kelechi Iheanacho sends strong message to Hearts ahead of SPFL finale
Super Eagles and Celtic striker has sent a strong message to SPFL League leaders Hearts ahead of the title-deciding fixture this afternoon, Soccernet.ng reports. The 29-year-old was the hero for the Hoops three days ago against Motherwell, keeping his cool to slot his penalty into the back of the net in the 99th minute, boosting […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Siasia’s Track Record Makes Him Best Fit For Nigeria U-23 Eagles Job — Kalika
Dutch coach, Simon Kalika, has backed Samson Siasia for the Nigeria U-23 Eagles Head Coach position, citing his impressive achievements in the role, Completesports.com reports exclusively. Kalika, who assisted Siasia during the 2005 FIFA U-20 World Cup finals in the Netherlands and the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, China, told Completesports.com from his native Netherlands [...] The post EXCLUSIVE: Siasia’s Track Record Makes Him Best Fit For Nigeria U-23 Eagles Job — Kalika appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Vinicius Jr Parts Way With Girlfriend Virginia
Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr and influencer Virginia Fonseca have split after a seven-month relationship. The split occurred amid a challenging period for Vinicius Jr at Real Madrid, with speculation in the media regarding the player’s focus and performance. Virginia, who confirmed the breakup via Instagram on Friday, described the separation as amicable and a [...] The post Vinicius Jr Parts Way With Girlfriend Virginia appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Chelsea Hold Direct Meeting With Champions League Winner Over Vacant Coaching Position
Xabi Alonso has been in ‘direct talks’ with Chelsea over becoming the club’s new manager, with a decision over the post expected in a matter of days. Chelsea go into Saturday’s FA Cup final against Manchester City with youth team boss Calum McFarlane still in interim charge. The Stamford Bridge side have not had a [...] The post Chelsea Hold Direct Meeting With Champions League Winner Over Vacant Coaching Position appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Awoniyi Receives Special Shirt To Mark 100th Forest Appearance
Taiwo Awoniyi has been honoured by Nottingham Forest after making his 100th appearance for the club, Completesports.com reports. Awoniyi was gifted a commemorative shirt by the Premier League club in recognition of the milestone. The Nigeria international was honoured by teammates and club staff during Friday’s training session. Awoniyi achieved the feat during Forest’s stunning [...] The post Awoniyi Receives Special Shirt To Mark 100th Forest Appearance appeared first on Complete Sports.
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FIFA: Shakira, Madonna Won’t Be Paid For 2026 World Cup Final Half-Time Show
Shakira, Madonna, and BTS will not be paid for headlining the first-ever 2026 FIFA World Cup final halftime show on July 19 at MetLife Stadium, according to FIFA. They are donating their performances to support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which aims to raise $100 million for children’s education worldwide. Read Also:Ngumoha Equals EPL [...] The post FIFA: Shakira, Madonna Won’t Be Paid For 2026 World Cup Final Half-Time Show appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Ngumoha Equals EPL Legend’s Record In Aston Villa vs Liverpool
Rio Ngumoha equaled Michael Owen’s Liverpool record in the Premier League on Friday night at Aston Villa which the Teds lost 4-2. Ngumoha is already the youngest player to score for Liverpool in the Premier League following his winner at Newcastle in the second game of the season. He has now equaled Owen’s record in [...] The post Ngumoha Equals EPL Legend’s Record In Aston Villa vs Liverpool appeared first on Complete Sports.
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I Won’t Be Sacked –Slot Reacts After Liverpool Loss Vs Aston Villa
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has stated he has every reason to believe he won’t be sacked, despite a disappointing campaign. He made this known after the Reds’ 4-2 loss to Aston Villa in Friday’s Premier League game. In a chat with the BBC, the Dutch tactician rubbished any talk of him being sacked. Read Also:Fulham [...] The post I Won’t Be Sacked –Slot Reacts After Liverpool Loss Vs Aston Villa appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Rangers Open Talks To Sign Nigerian Defender
Scottish Premiership giants Rangers are in talks to sign Akpe Victory from Hungarian side Zalaegerszegi TE. Victory has caught the eye with his impressive performances for Zalaegerszegi this season. Benfica have also shown interest in the youngster but Rangers are believed to be leading the race and preparing a formal offer. Several clubs across Germany, [...] The post Rangers Open Talks To Sign Nigerian Defender appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Nigeria and the World Cup: From Routine Qualification to Consecutive Painful Absence
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is less than 30 days away. Forty eight countries will compete in the biggest sporting event on earth, but Nigeria will not be among them. For many Nigerians, the World Cup has slowly become a distant memory. The last time the Super Eagles played on football’s biggest stage was in [...] The post Nigeria and the World Cup: From Routine Qualification to Consecutive Painful Absence appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Flying Eagles name Málaga, Alaves lads in 35-man squad for WAFU B U20 Championship
Nigeria’s U20 team, the Flying Eagles, have opened a new chapter under head coach Abdu Maikaba after the release of a 35-man squad for next month’s WAFU B U20 Championship in Côte d’Ivoire, Soccernet.ng reports. The players are expected to arrive in Abuja on Saturday, 16 May, as preparations begin for the regional tournament scheduled […]
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The  Nigeria Professional Football League! — Odegbami
Nigeria Professional Football League: The Journey From 1990 To 2026 The 2025/2026 Nigeria Professional Football League season rounds off this weekend in Nigeria. That means that it’s been 36 years since the mission to lift Nigerian football was embarked upon from where it was for 30 years after Independence. It was in 1990 that professional [...] The post The  Nigeria Professional Football League! — Odegbami appeared first on Complete Sports.
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ASAC 2026: Team Nigeria Win Gold, Silver In Women’s, Men’s 4x100m Relays
The quartet of Rosemary Nwankwo, Obi Jennifer Chukwuka, Rosemary Chukwuma and Miracle Ezechukwu clocked a time of 42.94s to win gold and defend their title at the ongoing African Athletics Championships in Accra, Ghana. The Nigerian team beat off competition from Liberia, who placed second and hosts Ghana who finished third in Friday’s final. They [...] The post ASAC 2026: Team Nigeria Win Gold, Silver In Women’s, Men’s 4x100m Relays appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Zverev Pulls Out Of Hamburg Open
Germany tennis star Alexander Zverev has announced that he will not be competing in the Hamburg Open. The German was set to head to the Hamburg Open next, a tournament he has played consistently during his time on the ATP Tour, but now that will not be the case. In a statement posted to Instagram, [...] The post Zverev Pulls Out Of Hamburg Open appeared first on Complete Sports.
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I Still Believe In Chelsea Project –Lavia
Chelsea midfielder Romeo Lavia has expressed unwavering confidence in the Blues project, stating that he would be the first to leave if he lost faith in the club’s long-term vision. Despite a challenging season, the midfielder in a chat with The Standard, remains fully committed to the “amazing” project being built at Stamford Bridge. “It’s [...] The post I Still Believe In Chelsea Project –Lavia appeared first on Complete Sports.
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