Nigeria’s U-20 national team, the Falconets, will face Spain, China and tournament debutants New Caledonia in Group F of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup, Soccernet.ng reports. This development comes after FIFA conducted the official draw on Friday in Łódź, Poland. The 24-team competition will take place from September 5 to September 27 across […]

Brentford defender Michael Kayode has confirmed he will wait for a call-up to Italy’s senior national team despite being eligible to represent Nigeria. Kayode, who remains eligible to represent either country at senior level, was born in Italy to Nigerian parents. The 21-year-old stated that his focus remains on continuing his international career with Italy. [...] The post Brentford Defender Chooses Italy Over Nigeria appeared first on Complete Sports.

Sione Amidu sioneamidu05@gmail.com  MATABELELAND SOUTH is expanding rehabilitation facilities and stepping up community-based interventions as part of its sustained campaign against drug and substance abuse, a scourge that continues to…

The 2025/2026 UEFA Champions League final will be between Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal on May 30 in Budapest, Hungary. While PSG will be hoping to retain the title, Arsenal are targeting a first-ever Champions League triumph. Arsenal faced Barcelona in the 2005/2006 Champions League final on 17 May 2006 at the Stade de France and [...] The post UCL History Smiles On Arsenal: 7 Clubs That Won Champions League Final At Second Attempt appeared first on Complete Sports.

Bruno Fernandes admits he wanted Declan Rice to sign for Manchester United before the England midfielder joined Arsenal from West Ham. Rice signed for Arsenal for a club-record £105m back in 2023 and has since been an integral part of Mikel Arteta’s side as the Gunners vie for their first league title since 2004. This [...] The post I Was Really Sad When Rice Chose To Go To Arsenal —Man United Star Admits appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle says he remains fully committed to the team and is determined to return Nigeria to its glory days on the continent. Chelle stated that he has not lost the hunger and desire to succeed with the team despite the enormous pressure that comes with managing the Super Eagles. The [...] The post ‘I Am a Lion’ – Chelle Vows to Fight On as Super Eagles Coach appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Digital culture is changing the way Arsenal fans interact with football, extending loyalty beyond the pitch into online spaces. This shift blends traditional supporter culture with interactive online gaming, resulting in communities that stay active throughout the week. As online interaction and entertainment combine, fan identity adapts alongside evolving digital habits. Modern Arsenal fans experience […] The post How Football Culture and Online Gaming Are Converging Among Arsenal Supporters appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Fulham head coach Marco Silva has provided a positive update on the fitness of Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi ahead of their clash with Wolves this weekend, Soccernet.ng reports. Iwobi has been sidelined since suffering a hamstring injury during Fulham’s goalless draw against Brentford last month. The 29-year-old started the game but was forced off in the first half after […]

Coco Gauff reached the Italian Open final with a composed straight-set victory over Romania’s Sorana Cirstea in Rome. The American second seed won 6-4, 6-3 to book her place in a second successive final at the Foro Italico, continuing her impressive clay-court form ahead of the French Open. Gauff looked sharp from the opening set, [...] The post Coco Gauff sets up Italian Open final against Elina Svitolina appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Nigeria’s Falconets have been drawn in Group F alongside Spain, China, and New Caledonia for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup. The draw for the 12th edition of the biennial tournament was held on Friday in Lodz, Poland. The Falconets will be hoping to clinch their first-ever title after finishing as runners-up on two [...] The post U-20 WWC: Falconets Draw Spain, China, New Caledonia In Group F appeared first on Complete Sports.

Brentford‘s right-back Michael Kayode has decided on his international future after a long-drawn-out saga about a potential switch to the Super Eagles of Nigeria, Soccernet.ng reports. The 21-year-old joined the Bees from Italian side Fiorentina last summer for €17.5m, and has featured in all but one of Brentford's games this season, showing consistency and versatility. […]

Côte d’Ivoire head coach Emerse Faé has unveiled his 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Faé opted for a blend of established stars and emerging young talent for the tournament. Among the headline inclusions is Nicolas Pépé, who returns to the national team after missing the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. [...] The post Faé Unveils Cote d’Ivoire’s 2026 World Cup squad appeared first on Complete Sports.

The organisers of the Okpekpe International 10km Road Race have announced the appointment of Dr Adebukola Bojuwoye as the head of the medical unit for the 11th edition of the prestigious event, scheduled for Saturday, May 30, in Okpekpe, Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State. Dr Bojuwoye To Lead Medical Unit At Race [...] The post Okpekpe Road Race Appoints Dr Bojuwoye, Unveils Partners for 11th Edition appeared first on Complete Sports.

Fulham head coach Marco Silva has issued an update on the recovery of Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi ahead of their league game against Wolverhampton Wanderers on Sunday, Soccernet.ng reports. The 30-year-old held his thigh for two minutes during the first half at the Gtech Community Stadium a month ago, and had to be replaced. […]

Tennis star Emma Raducanu has reunited with Andrew Richardson, the coach who guided her to the 2021 US Open title, in a surprise move ahead of Wimbledon. Following a split from Francisco Roig and a two-month lay-off, she aims to regain her previous form by returning to the mentor behind her greatest success. Read Also:Fulham [...] The post Raducanu Rehires Former Coach Before Wimbledon appeared first on Complete Sports.

Boxing coach Ben Davison, who has trained both Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury, believes Joshua is making the right decision by taking a tune-up fight before a potential Fury showdown, citing the immense pressure involved. Despite their shared history, Davison views a fight between them as a professional scenario, telling The Ring Magazine that the [...] The post There Is A Rivalry –Davison Speaks Ahead Joshua Vs Fury Fight appeared first on Complete Sports.

Fulham head coach Marco Silva has confirmed that Alex Iwobi is in contention for Sunday’s Premier League clash against Wolverhampton Wanderers at Molineux, reports Completesports.com. Iwobi suffered a hamstring injury during Fulham’s goalless draw with Brentford last month, and has missed the Whites’ last three league matches. Fulham recorded one win and two defeats during [...] The post Fulham Boss Confirms Iwobi In Contention For Wolves Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.

Chelsea are set to face Manchester City in an FA Cup final clash at Wembley Stadium on Saturday, 16 May 2026. City are looking to win their second piece of silverware after their Carabao Cup final victory over Arsenal, while Chelsea, on the other hand, are seeking to salvage a disappointing campaign with a trophy. [...] The post FA Cup Final: Chelsea, Man City Renew Wembley Rivalry In High-Stakes Showdown appeared first on Complete Sports.

Football in Nigeria has always been more than ninety minutes on a screen. It lives in shared chants between strangers, debates that continue long after the final whistle, and friendships formed in the middle of emotional match nights. That human connection sits at the centre of Heineken’s global “Fans Have More Friends” campaign, a platform [...] The post Fans Have More Friends: How Heineken Is Redefining Football Culture In Nigeria appeared first on Complete Sports.

Mikel Arteta’s arrival at Arsenal marked a significant turning point for the club, bringing a fresh perspective and much-needed rejuvenation. Under his guidance, Arsenal has seen a resurgence in the Premier League, displaying a level of performance and cohesion that had been missing in the years prior to his appointment. Arsenal now has one of [...] The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 98: Arsenal Transformation Under Mikel Arteta appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has made major moves in the country’s youth football setup with the appointments of Abdu Maikaba and Eboboritse Uwejamomere to key age-grade coaching roles. But the big question is: Can these appointments revive and strengthen Nigeria’s youth football development? In this video, we take a deep look at what these [...] The post Can The Appointment Of Maikaba, Uwejamomere Revive Nigeria’s Youth Football Development? appeared first on Complete Sports.

Celtic forward Kelechi Iheanacho has said a decision on his future will be made after Saturday’s crucial league clash with Hearts. Iheanacho joined the Hoops on a free transfer last summer after severing ties with Spanish club, Sevilla. The Nigeria international penned a one year contract, with Celtic holding the option to extend his contract [...] The post Iheanacho Reveals Timeline for Celtic Contract Talks appeared first on Complete Sports.

Arsenal and adidas have officially unveiled the new Home kit for the 2026/27 season, NSS Sports reports. It is a special jersey for the Gunners as it celebrates the 20th anniversary of the Emirates Stadium, the club’s home stadium that replaced Highbury. In detail, the tribute is reflected through visual effects reproduced on the collar [...] The post Arsenal Unveil New Home Jersey For 2026-2027 Season appeared first on Complete Sports.

In a dazzling fusion of music, sport, and global unity, FIFA has announced the first-ever halftime show. It is for the 2026 World Cup final and it’s shaping up to be an absolute spectacle. On Thursday organizers revealed that pop icons Madonna, Shakira, and K-pop superstars BTS will co-headline the performance at MetLife Stadium on [...] The post Football Purists Push Back Against World Cup Final Half-Time Show appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

In a move that blends his on-court dominance with off-court indulgence, world No. 1 tennis sensation Carlos Alcaraz has commissioned a bespoke Sunreef Ultima 88 catamaran. Announced at the Palm Beach International Boat Show, the 26.8-meter power catamaran is currently under construction at Sunreef Yachts’ shipyard in Poland, with delivery expected in approximately one to [...] The post Carlos Alcaraz Sets Sail into Luxury… Tennis Star Buys €11m Custom Superyatch appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Super Eagles stars Wilfred Ndidi, Victor Osimhen, and Taiwo Awoniyi took to social media to celebrate teammate Kelechi Iheanacho following his recent impressive run of form, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Iheanacho has been in fine form for Celtic in recent weeks. He has overcome an injury-ridden campaign to become one of the most important players at the […]

Manchester United have reignited their pursuit of Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jobe Bellingham, with the club’s recruitment staff intensifying discussions around the 20-year-old ahead of the summer window. The Red Devils had originally tracked the England Under-21 international while he was still playing for Sunderland, only to miss out when Dortmund moved decisively to sign him […] The post Man United Pursue Jobe Bellingham as Dortmund Demand €50m-Plus Fee appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Victor Osimhen has declared that he is enjoying his time at Turkish Super Lig champions Galatasaray. Osimhen helped the Yellow and Reds win a fourth consecutive league title last weekend courtesy of a 4-2 win over Antalyalspor. The Nigeria international scored two goals in the keenly contested encounter. I’m experiencing one of the best periods [...] The post ‘It’s The Best Time Of My Career’ — Osimhen Opens Up On Galatasaray Life appeared first on Complete Sports.

Kylian Mbappe has said it was a shame he missed last weekend’s El Clasico because he always score against Barcelona in the fixture. Mbappe made his return to action for Real Madrid in their 2-0 victory over Real Oviedo on Thursday. The French forward, who had missed the last few matches with a muscle injury, [...] The post It’s A Shame I Missed El Clasico Because I Always Score Against Barcelona —Mbappe appeared first on Complete Sports.

Real Madrid manager Álvaro Arbeloa has denied telling Kylian Mbappé that he is the “fourth-choice striker” at Real Madrid. This follows public comments from Mbappé claiming he was demoted in the squad hierarchy behind Vinícius Júnior, Gonzalo García, and Franco Mastantuono. Arbeloa explained that Mbappé was on the bench because of a recent hamstring injury, [...] The post Arbeloa Denies Calling Mbappe Real Madrid’s Fourth Striker appeared first on Complete Sports.

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has expressed concerns his team’s grueling fixture schedule could hand Chelsea an advantage in Saturday’s FA Cup final. City are embroiled in a last-ditch bid to catch Premier League leaders Arsenal, but their slender title hopes will be on hold this weekend as they head to Wembley in search of [...] The post Why Chelsea Have Advantage In FA Cup Final — Guardiola appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the FIFA World Cup simply means the team was not good enough to play at the tournament, according to former Super Eagles striker Obinna Nsofor. Speaking on the debate surrounding the quality of the current Super Eagles squad, Nsofor insisted that qualification remains the ultimate proof of a team’s level. [...] The post 2026 FIFA World Cup: Super Eagles Not Good Enough – Nsofor appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

The India senior men’s national team head coach Khalid Jamil, on Thursday, May 14, 2026, announced the 28-member preliminary squad for Unity Cup 2026, aiff.com reports. India are set to assemble in Bengaluru for a brief camp after the completion of the Indian Super League 2025-26, before flying off to London on May 24 for [...] The post Unity Cup 2026: India Unveil Preliminary Squad Ahead Potential Clash With Super Eagles appeared first on Complete Sports.

Trabzonspor and Torino have Pisa striker Rafiu Durosinmi on their radar ahead of the summer window, Completesports.com. Durosinmi only joined Pisa from Czech side FC Viktoria Plzeň in January, but is already being linked with a move away following the club’s relegation from Serie A. Trabzonspor, according to reports have been monitoring the Nigerian striker [...] The post Trabzonspor, Torino Interested In Nigerian Striker appeared first on Complete Sports.

Lazio head coach Maurizio Sarri has threatened to boycott the upcoming Derby della Capitale against AS Roma, stating he will not attend if the match is scheduled for a Sunday midday kick-off. Sarri slammed the Serie A scheduling, calling it not football and a series of incredible errors by league organizers. Read Also:Osimhen Must Move [...] The post Sarri: I’ll Boycott Rome Derby Over Kickoff Time appeared first on Complete Sports.

Kylian Mbappe said he is now the fourth-choice forward at Real Madrid after manager Alvaro Arbeloa left him out of the starting line-up for the 2-0 win over Real Oviedo. The Frenchman, who missed the 2-0 defeat by Barcelona and was booed by his own fans on his return from a hamstring injury, came off [...] The post I’m Now Fourth Striker In Madrid Squad —Mbappe Reveals appeared first on Complete Sports.