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Moyes Influenced My Decision To Join Everton –George
Everton’s new signing, Tyrique George, has disclosed that his decision to join the Toffees was influenced by manager David Moyes. George has completed a move to the Toffees on loan from Chelsea for the remainder of the season. The forward arrives to ease the blow of losing Jack Grealish, who may not play again this [...] The post Moyes Influenced My Decision To Join Everton –George appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Done Deal: Nigerian Striker Joins Bundesliga Club Augsburg
Bundesliga club Augsburg have announced the signing of Uchenna Ogundu from Alanyaspor, reports Completesports.com. Ogundu signed a long-term contract with FCA until June 30, 2031. Both clubs agreed to keep the transfer fee confidential. The 19-year-old scored five goals, and registered two assists in 20 appearances across all competition for Alanyaspor. “We are delighted that [...] The post Done Deal: Nigerian Striker Joins Bundesliga Club Augsburg appeared first on Complete Sports.
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RB Leipzig Complete Signing Of Thomas
RB Leipzig have secured the signing of Ayodele Thomas from Dutch Eredivisie side PSV Eindhoven. The 18-year-old attacking talent put pen to paper on a long-term contract with RBL until 30th June 2031. He will wear the number 21 shirt for the Red Bulls. Speaking with the club’s website after joining the club, Thomas stated [...] The post RB Leipzig Complete Signing Of Thomas appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Russia Ban Will Be Lifted –FIFA President
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has said Russia’s ban from football should definitely be lifted. The country has been banned since its invasion of Ukraine in 2022, but the International Olympic Committee has now recommended that international sports federations admit Russian teams to compete at the youth level. Read Also:Done Deal: Otele Seals Loan Move To [...] The post Russia Ban Will Be Lifted –FIFA President appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Chelsea Defender Disasi Joins West Ham On Loan
West Ham have signed Chelsea defender Axel Disasi on loan until the end of the season, BBC Sport reports. The 27‑year‑old centre-back was involved in a turbulent deadline day, which ended in a move to the London Stadium for a £1.7m loan fee. However, despite the France international beginning his medical on Friday morning, confirmation [...] The post Chelsea Defender Disasi Joins West Ham On Loan appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Done Deal: Otele Seals Loan Move To Bundesliga Club
Bundesliga club SV Hamburg have completed the loan signing of Philip Otele from Swiss outfit Basel, reports Completesports.com. Hamburg have the option to make the deal permanent at the end of the season. Otele, who joined Basel less than a year ago, will wear the number 27 jersey. The 26-year-old scored 18 goals and provided [...] The post Done Deal: Otele Seals Loan Move To Bundesliga Club appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Done Deal: Nnadi Moves TO Olympic Marseille On Permanent Transfer
Nigeria midfielder Tochukwu Nnadi has joined Olympic Marseille on a permanent transfer, reports Completesports.com. Nnadi linked up with the Ligue 1 giants from Belgian Pro League outfit, Zulte Waregem. The 22-year-old penned a contract until June 2030. Zulte Waregem received €6m as transfer fee from Marseille. Read Also:Done Deal: Coventry City Sign Onyeka On Loan [...] The post Done Deal: Nnadi Moves TO Olympic Marseille On Permanent Transfer appeared first on Complete Sports.
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NPFL: Remo Stars Lose At Home, Kwara United Pip Warri Wolves
Remo Stars lost 2-1 at home to Plateau United in their Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday 24 encounter on Monday. Jonathan Okechukwu gave Plateau United the lead in the 29th minute, while Liberia international, Albert Korvah equalised for Remo Stars three minutes after the hour mark. Harrison Ebah netted the winning for the visitors [...] The post NPFL: Remo Stars Lose At Home, Kwara United Pip Warri Wolves appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Bold Step –Adepoju Lauds Lookman’s Move To Atletico Madrid
Former Nigerian international Mutiu Adepoju believes Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman has taken the bold step to join Spanish club Atletico Madrid. Recall that on Monday, the club officially announced the signing of the Nigerian international via their website. The Nigerian winger, who scored a hat-trick in Atalanta’s 2024 Europa League final win over Bayer [...] The post Bold Step –Adepoju Lauds Lookman’s Move To Atletico Madrid appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Done Deal: Coventry City Sign Onyeka On Loan From Brentford
Coventry City have announced the signing of midfielder Frank Onyeka on loan from Premier League side Brentford. The deal also includes an obligation to buy should the club achieve promotion to the Premier League. Onyeka spent last season on loan with Bundesliga club Augsburg where he made 31 league appearances. The Nigeria international is now [...] The post Done Deal: Coventry City Sign Onyeka On Loan From Brentford appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Onuachu Rescues Point for Trabzonspor Against Antalyaspor
Paul Onuachu played a key role as Trabzonspor were held to a draw by Antalyaspor in the Turkish Super Lig. The hosts took the lead in the 43rd minute through Van de Streek, but Trabzonspor responded shortly after the break. Onuachu calmly converted a penalty ten minutes into the second half to restore parity, a [...] The post Onuachu Rescues Point for Trabzonspor Against Antalyaspor appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Thank You For Everything –Atalanta Reacts To Lookman’s Move To Atletico
Atalanta have sent a farewell message to Ademola Lookman following his move to Spanish La Liga giants Atletico Madrid. Lookman had travelled to Madrid to undergo medical tests on Sunday and has now completed a permanent transfer to the Wanda Metropolitano. According to several sources, Atalanta have earned €35m plus potential €5m add-ons from Lookman’s [...] The post Thank You For Everything –Atalanta Reacts To Lookman’s Move To Atletico appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Done Deal: Athletico Madrid Confirm Lookman Signing
Atletico Madrid have completed the signing of Ademola Lookman from Atalanta, reports Completesports.com. The Spanish club sealed the deal for around £30.3m. Lookman penned a contract with Red and White until June 2030. The Nigeria international moved to Atalanta from German club RB Leipzig in 2022. Read Also:Done Deal: Aribo Completes Loan Move To Leicester [...] The post Done Deal: Athletico Madrid Confirm Lookman Signing appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Super Eagles Star Awoniyi Comes Alive In Survival Mode
Some players are seemingly tailor-made for the big occasion. It is these stars that have made the word ‘clutch’ increasingly common in modern sport. When pressure is at its heaviest and stakes at their highest, big personalities refuse to wilt and step up to deliver when it matters most. It is almost impossible to put [...] The post Super Eagles Star Awoniyi Comes Alive In Survival Mode appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Rosenior: I Won’t Put Any Pressure On Estevao
Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior has disclosed that he won’t put pressure on Estevao to return to the club. The Brazil star, who has been in excellent form for the Blues is on compassionate leave in Brazil and is a doubt to face Arsenal on Tuesday in the EFL Cup Semi-final. The 18-year-old is set to [...] The post Rosenior: I Won’t Put Any Pressure On Estevao appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Done Deal: Aribo Completes Loan Move To Leicester City
Joe Aribo has joined Leicester City from Southampton on loan until the end of the 2025/26 season, subject to league approval. Aribo will bring versatility and attacking power to the Foxes over the final months of the season. The 29-year-old is not expected to return to Southampton with his contract set to expire in the [...] The post Done Deal: Aribo Completes Loan Move To Leicester City appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Why Morocco Pulled Out of WAFCON 2026 Hosting Right REVEALED; South Africa Steps In 
It was a tale of surprise on Sunday night after South Africa unexpectedly stepped in to host the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), following Morocco’s sudden withdrawal just weeks before the tournament is due to begin. The development, confirmed publicly by South Africa’s Deputy Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Peace Mabe, comes [...] The post Why Morocco Pulled Out of WAFCON 2026 Hosting Right REVEALED; South Africa Steps In  appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Besiktas Slaps Hefty Price Tag on Wilfried Ndidi
Besiktas have rejected an approach from Ajax for Nigerian midfielder, Wilfried Ndidi. According to reports from Ben Jacobs, Ajax submitted a proposal to sign the player on loan for €2 million, with an option to buy in the summer for €12 million. Besiktas, however, considered the offer too low and immediately turned it down. Ndidi [...] The post Besiktas Slaps Hefty Price Tag on Wilfried Ndidi appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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NPFL: Abia Warriors Coach Amapakabo Laments Costly Errors In Defeat To Katsina United
Imama Amapakabo, Abia Warriors Head Coach, has lamented his side’s 2–0 defeat to Katsina United in Sunday’s 2025/2026 NPFL Matchday 24 fixture at the Sani Abacha Stadium, Kano, Completesports.com reports. A visibly dejected Amapakabo admitted that elementary errors by his players handed victory to the Chanji Boys, extending Abia Warriors’ winless run to three matches. [...] The post NPFL: Abia Warriors Coach Amapakabo Laments Costly Errors In Defeat To Katsina United appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Osimhen Is A Goal Machine –Unuanel
Former Kwara United coach Samson Unuanel has described Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen as a goal machine. He made this known after the Nigerian international netted his 200th professional goal as Galatasaray secured a dominant 4–0 win over Kayserispor in the Turkish Super Lig. Osimhen reached the landmark with a composed first-half penalty, which he [...] The post Osimhen Is A Goal Machine –Unuanel appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Rinsola Babajide Saves Roma a Point to Hold Parma in 3-3 Thriller
Super Falcons winger, Rinsola Babajide delivered a dramatic late intervention to rescue a vital point for AS Roma Women, scoring deep into stoppage time as the Giallorosse fought back to secure a thrilling 3–3 draw against Parma Women on Matchday 12 of the Serie A Femminile season. Roma, who arrived at the Ennio Tardini Stadium [...] The post Rinsola Babajide Saves Roma a Point to Hold Parma in 3-3 Thriller appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Rooney: Ekitike Is A Replica Of Romario
Former England captain Wayne Rooney has likened Liverpool forward Hugo Ekitike to ex-Brazilian star Romario. Rooney stated this following his brilliant second goal against Newcastle in Saturday’s Premier League game at Anfield. In a chat with The Wayne Rooney Show, the former Manchester United striker stated that Ekitike is the type of player he likes [...] The post Rooney: Ekitike Is A Replica Of Romario appeared first on Complete Sports.
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EPL Title Winner Urges Arsenal To Sign Ex-Chelsea Star As Merino Replacement
Two-time English League title winner with Arsenal Paul Merson has urged the Gunners to consider signing former Chelsea star Ruben Loftus-Cheek following confirmation of Mikel Merino’s injury. The Spain international is set to face a significant spell on the sidelines after he damaged his foot during last month’s 3-2 defeat against Manchester United. Merino is [...] The post EPL Title Winner Urges Arsenal To Sign Ex-Chelsea Star As Merino Replacement appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Lazio Reject Bournemouth €18m Bid For Dele-Bashiru
Lazio have turned down a proposal from Bournemouth for midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, reports Completesportsports.com. According to LaLazioSiamoNoi, the Premier League club proposed a loan with option to buy for €18m. The Biancloesti are not willing to sell the Nigeria international, who returned from Africa Cup of Nations duty few weeks ago. Dele-Bashiru has struggled with [...] The post Lazio Reject Bournemouth €18m Bid For Dele-Bashiru appeared first on Complete Sports.
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I’m Here To Fight For The Team –Nnadi Declares After Arriving For Marseille Medical
Super Eagles midfielder Tochukwu Nnadi has disclosed that he’s determined to fight for Marseille once he eventually joins the Ligue 1 club. The Nigerian international, who was part of the Super Eagles squad that won bronze at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, stated this via the La MinuteOM X handle after arriving at the [...] The post I’m Here To Fight For The Team –Nnadi Declares After Arriving For Marseille Medical appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Club Brugge Makes Decision on Raphael Onyedika’s Future
Raphael Onyedika will remain at Club Brugge for the remainder of the season, with all parties in agreement over his immediate future. The decision was jointly taken by the player, the coaching staff, and the club’s board, confirming that Onyedika is not leaving Belgium this summer. While Club Brugge received multiple offers from Wolfsburg, approaching [...] The post Club Brugge Makes Decision on Raphael Onyedika’s Future appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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WSL: Joy Omewa Scores Dream Goal on Nottingham Forest Debut
Super Falcons forward, Joy Omewa marked her Women’s Super League 2 debut with a goal, but it was not enough to prevent Nottingham Forest Women from suffering a heavy 5–1 home defeat to Birmingham City Women. Fresh off her move from Danish giants Fortuna Hjørring earlier this week, Omewa was handed her first Forest appearance [...] The post WSL: Joy Omewa Scores Dream Goal on Nottingham Forest Debut appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Victor Osimhen Joins Elite Company After Reaching 200 Career Goals
Victor Osimhen has reached a historic milestone in his career, scoring his 200th professional goal during Galatasaray’s 4–0 victory over Kayserispor. Osimhen converted a penalty to put the Turkish giants 2–0 ahead in a dominant performance that also saw him register an assist. The landmark goal further underlines Osimhen’s growing legacy at club level. His [...] The post Victor Osimhen Joins Elite Company After Reaching 200 Career Goals appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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CAF Champions League: Power Dynamos Deserved Win Over Rivers United — Mutapa
Power Dynamos head coach Oswald Mutapa has celebrated his side’s away win over Rivers United, reports Completesports.com. Mutapa’s side beat Rivers United 1-0 in their CAF Champions League matchday four encounter at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo on Sunday. Kondwani Chiboni netted the decisive goal for the Zambian club five minutes after the break. [...] The post CAF Champions League: Power Dynamos Deserved Win Over Rivers United — Mutapa appeared first on Complete Sports.
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SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 60: Tottemham vs Manchester City Review
Manchester City’s Premier League title hopes suffered a blow on Sunday afternoon, when they drew 2-2 with Tottenham Hotspur at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. City will be disappointed to have surrendered a two-goal lead in a game that they were in complete control of at half time. The draw means the Citizens have now won [...] The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 60: Tottemham vs Manchester City Review appeared first on Complete Sports.
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“She Knows What It Takes to Win” – BK Häcken Backs Halimatu Ayinde to Transform Midfield 
BK Häcken football director, Martin Ericsson has thrown his full support behind new signing and Super Falcons midfielder, Halimatu Ayinde. The club side backs the Nigerian international to add quality, competitiveness and experience to the Swedish champions following her arrival at the club. Halimatu joins Häcken with a reputation forged at the highest level of [...] The post “She Knows What It Takes to Win” – BK Häcken Backs Halimatu Ayinde to Transform Midfield  appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Wembley Hotel Plans Face Backlash From Local Residents Over ‘Culture’ Concerns
Quintain is preparing to submit plans for a new hotel at the base of the Olympic Steps near Wembley Stadium, but resistance from residents is already building before the formal application reaches the council. The site has served as a temporary market square and children’s play area since 2022, becoming a regular gathering space for […] The post Wembley Hotel Plans Face Backlash From Local Residents Over ‘Culture’ Concerns appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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PSG Reject Chelsea Bid For Jennifer Echegini
Paris Saint-Germain have rejected a bid from Chelsea for Super Falcons midfielder Jennifer Echegini, reports Completesports.com. The Blues were looking to bolster their midfield with the signing of the playmaker, but had their offer turned down by the French Feminine side, according to Le Parisien journalist, Benjamin Suarez. The transfer window in England will close [...] The post PSG Reject Chelsea Bid For Jennifer Echegini appeared first on Complete Sports.
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CAFCL: Finidi Concedes Rivers United’s Knockout Stage Hopes After Power Dynamos Defeat
Finidi George, Rivers United Technical Manager, has admitted that the Pride of Rivers no longer stand a realistic chance of reaching the knockout stage of the 2025/2026 CAF Champions League following their 1-0 defeat to Power Dynamos on Sunday, Completsports.com reports. The Matchday Four Group A encounter was played at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, [...] The post CAFCL: Finidi Concedes Rivers United’s Knockout Stage Hopes After Power Dynamos Defeat appeared first on Complete Sports.
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NPFL: Wikki Tourists Blame Fatigue For Draw Vs Nasarawa United
Wikki Tourists of Bauchi have revealed that fatigue played a major role in their 1-1 draw against Nasarawa United in Sunday’s 2025/2026 NPFL Matchday 24 fixture at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium, Bauchi, Completesports.com reports. Victor Chimezie put the Solid Miners ahead in the 29th minute, but the Giant Elephants responded swiftly as Jonathan Mairiga [...] The post NPFL: Wikki Tourists Blame Fatigue For Draw Vs Nasarawa United appeared first on Complete Sports.
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NPFL: Kano Pillars Recall Yaro Yaro From Suspension, Redeploy Coach To Youth Team
Coach Ahmed Garba ‘Yaro Yaro’, a former Nigeria international and 2003 CAF Champions League winner with Enyimba, has returned to Kano Pillars following his suspension, Completesports.com can exclusively report. Kano Pillars Recall Yaro Yaro After Three-Month Suspension The four-time Nigeria champions have recalled ‘Yaro Yaro’ and redeployed him within the club’s structure after spending three [...] The post NPFL: Kano Pillars Recall Yaro Yaro From Suspension, Redeploy Coach To Youth Team appeared first on Complete Sports.
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