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Sam Sodje Slams NFF Over Super Eagles Friendly Matches
Former Nigeria international, Sam Sodje has criticized the NFF over the caliber of friendly matches arranged for the Super Eagles following their recent Nations Cup campaign. Speaking to Brila.net, Sodje expressed frustration over the decision to line up friendly games against Jordan and Iran during the current international window. He questioned whether the fixtures truly [...] The post Sam Sodje Slams NFF Over Super Eagles Friendly Matches appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Supercomputer Predicts EPL Table After Man City Slip Up In Title Race
The 2025–26 Premier League title race took another massive turn midweek, with leaders Arsenal widening the gap atop the standings following an unexpected poor result at home from nearest chasers Manchester City. Arsenal were far from brilliant but managed to triumph 1–0 away at Brighton & Hove Albion on Wednesday night. At the same time, [...] The post Supercomputer Predicts EPL Table After Man City Slip Up In Title Race appeared first on Complete Sports.
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UCL: Balde, Kounde To Miss Newcastle Clash
The Barcelona duo of Jules Kounde and Alejandro Balde are expected to miss next week’s UEFA Champions League round of 16 clash against Newcastle United. Recall that Kounde and Balde both had to leave the field during the 4-1 win over Atleti at the Camp Nou, leaving Flick with a major headache. Kounde was forced [...] The post UCL: Balde, Kounde To Miss Newcastle Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Galatasaray President Hails ‘Extraordinary’ Osimhen
Galatasaray president Dursun Ozbek has labelled Victor Osimhen an “extraordinary” player, reports Completesports.com. The 27-year-old helped the Yellow and Reds win a domestic double during his loan spell in the 2024/25 season. Galatasaray splashed a record-breaking €75 to sign him last summer from Napoli. Read Also:Edwards Hails Arokodare After Wolves’ Victory Over Liverpool This season, [...] The post Galatasaray President Hails ‘Extraordinary’ Osimhen appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Everything to Know About Buying Chelsea FC Tickets and Season Passes
Supporters around the world continue to seek ways to watch Chelsea FC play live at Stamford Bridge, one of English football’s most historic venues. With demand often exceeding supply, particularly for major matches in the Premier League and European competitions, obtaining tickets can require planning, patience, and knowledge of the various purchasing options available to […] The post Everything to Know About Buying Chelsea FC Tickets and Season Passes appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Arsenal Battle To 1-0 Win At Brighton As Man City Stumble In Title Race
Arsenal rode their luck to survive a torrid encounter at Brighton as they secured an hard fought 1-0 at the AMEX and extend their lead at the top of the Premier League to seven points, BBc reports. Brighton were the superior side for long periods – but Bukayo Saka’s deflected early strike proved enough to [...] The post Arsenal Battle To 1-0 Win At Brighton As Man City Stumble In Title Race appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Juventus Should Not Hesitate To Sign Silva –Pjanic
Former Juventus midfielder Miralem Pjanic has advised the Old Lady not to hesitate to sign Manchester City star Bernardo Silva this summer. Recall that the Portuguese international will be out of contract this summer, and Pjanic, in a chat with La Gazzetta dello Sport, stated that Silva can turn things around for Juventus next season [...] The post Juventus Should Not Hesitate To Sign Silva –Pjanic appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Edwards Hails Arokodare After Wolves’ Victory Over Liverpool
Wolverhampton Wanderers head coach Rob Edwards has lauded Tolu Arokodare for his impressive performance in the club’s win over Liverpool. Arokodare rose from the bench to inspire the Old Gold to a 2-1 victory over the title holders at the Molineux on Tuesday night. The Nigeria international provided the assist for Rodrigo Gomes’ opener in [...] The post Edwards Hails Arokodare After Wolves’ Victory Over Liverpool appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Tinubu Celebrates Obasanjo’s Impact on Nigeria at 89
President Bola Tinubu has extended warm congratulations to former President Olusegun Obasanjo on the occasion of his 89th birthday, hailing him as a statesman whose enduring legacy continues to resonate across Nigeria, Africa and the global stage. In a statement released on Wednesday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President […] The post Tinubu Celebrates Obasanjo’s Impact on Nigeria at 89 appeared first on Media Room Hub.
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Sabalenka Announces Engagement To Frangulis
This is the best of times for tennis world number one Aryna Sabalenka, as she announced her engagement to boyfriend Georgios Frangulis. The couple have been dating since 2024. She offered the suggestion about her hopes for the future with Frangulis during the Australian Open. Read Also:Bayern Munich Consider Osimhen As Kane’s Successor The Belarusian [...] The post Sabalenka Announces Engagement To Frangulis appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Tudor: Tottenham Must Start Winning Points Now
Tottenham interim boss Igor Tudor has appealed to his players to start winning points if they are to avoid relegation. Tudor made this known ahead of Thursday night’s Premier League clash against Crystal Palace. Tottenham are still the only team without a Premier League win in 2026, and anything less than a win against Palace [...] The post Tudor: Tottenham Must Start Winning Points Now appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Bayern Munich Consider Osimhen As Kane’s Successor
Victor Osimhen has reportedly emerged as a summer target for Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich. The Bavarian have lined the striker up as a potential replacement for Harry Kane. Bayern boss Vincent Kompany is an admirer of Osimhen. Read Also:Arokodare Hails Wolves’ Huge Victory Over Liverpool There are considerations internally about potentially moving on from Kane [...] The post Bayern Munich Consider Osimhen As Kane’s Successor appeared first on Complete Sports.
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We’re Ready To Replace Morocco As WAFCON Hosts —South Africa Minister Of Sports
Minister of sport, arts and culture Gayton McKenzie says South Africa is ready to host the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) at short notice if Morocco pulls out. The tournament, which is a qualifier for the 2027 Fifa Women’s World Cup in Brazil, is scheduled for Morocco from March 17 to April 3. However, [...] The post We’re Ready To Replace Morocco As WAFCON Hosts —South Africa Minister Of Sports appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup Hopes Dashed As FIFA Confirms DR Congo For Playoff Tournament
Nigeria’s Super Eagles’ hopes of featuring at the 2026 FIFA World Cup was dashed on Wednesday after FIFA confirmed the final line-up for the inter-confederation play-off tournament in Mexico, naming DR Congo as Africa’s representative. In a notice announced on Wednesday ahead of the competition, FIFA detailed the tournament format and listed the six participating [...] The post Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup Hopes Dashed As FIFA Confirms DR Congo For Playoff Tournament appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Sportsville Names Dr. Larry Izamoje Chair on Night of Glitz… Nominees Unveiling Gets Date
‎‎Nominees for the prestigious Sportsville award 2026 will be unveiled March 10, the organizers have announced. ‎‎The 2026 Sportsville award, its sixth edition, will also be chaired by, Dr. Larry Izamoje, Chairman Brila Media. ‎Since its inception in 2020, the award has honored outstanding performances an landmark achievements by individuals mainly within the Sports & [...] The post Sportsville Names Dr. Larry Izamoje Chair on Night of Glitz… Nominees Unveiling Gets Date appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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‘I’m Nigerian!’ – Rinsola Babajide Reveals Why She Snubbed England
For Rinsola Babajide, representing Nigeria, the national women’s team and the journey to continental glory was never just about football, it was about identity, culture, and destiny. The London-born winger has opened up on why she made the bold decision to switch international allegiance from England to Nigeria, revealing that a lifelong dream of playing [...] The post ‘I’m Nigerian!’ – Rinsola Babajide Reveals Why She Snubbed England appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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REVENGE COMPLETED: How Super Falcons Showed Cameroon Who The Boss is in Yaoundé
Perennial African champions, Nigeria’s Super Falcons showed the truism that class is permanent as they stormed to a 3-1 victory over the Cameroon women’s national football team in the second of their two-match tour of Yaoundé on Tuesday. Three days after suffering a narrow 1-0 defeat in the first encounter, the 10-time African champions returned [...] The post REVENGE COMPLETED: How Super Falcons Showed Cameroon Who The Boss is in Yaoundé appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Celtic Boss Provides Update On Iheanacho’s Fitness
Celtic manager Martin O’Neill has opened up on Super Eagles star Kelechi Iheanacho’s fitness level ahead of tonight’s Scottish League game against Aberdeen. In a chat with Celticway, O’Neill stated that the Nigerian international will face a last-minute fitness test to determine his availability for Aberdeen’s clash. “But I think he’s got a good ability [...] The post Celtic Boss Provides Update On Iheanacho’s Fitness appeared first on Complete Sports.
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NPFL: We’ll Keep Fighting –Awazie Speaks Ahead Warri Wolves Vs Enyimba
Enyimba forward Ekene Awazie says he’s confident the team will bounce back to winning ways against Warri Wolves ahead of Sunday’s Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) clash. Recall that the People’s Elephant have drawn two of their last matches against Rivers United and Kun Khalifat in the league. Enyimba’s last win was against Bayelsa United [...] The post NPFL: We’ll Keep Fighting –Awazie Speaks Ahead Warri Wolves Vs Enyimba appeared first on Complete Sports.
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SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 72: Liverpool’s Loss To Wolves
Andre’s stoppage-time winner saw Wolves defeat Liverpool 2-1 as the basement boys beat the reigning champions at Molineux. Rodrigo Gomes came on to score a fine goal on the counter-attack well into the second half and though Mohamed Salah soon brought Liverpool level, the dramatic winner was not scored by Arne Slot’s side but by [...] The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 72: Liverpool’s Loss To Wolves appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Friendly: Cameroon Coach Rues Defeat To Super Falcons
Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon head coach Mike Ndoumou has expressed disappointment with his team’s defeat to the Super Falcons. Cameroon fell 3-1 to the Super Falcons in a friendly at the Military Stadium, Yaoundé on Tuesday night. The Indomitable Lionesses claimed a 1-0 win over the African champions in the first of their pre-2026 Women’s [...] The post Friendly: Cameroon Coach Rues Defeat To Super Falcons appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Arokodare Hails Wolves’ Huge Victory Over Liverpool
Tolu Arokodare has lauded Wolverhampton Wanderers’ home win against Liverpool, reports Completesports.com. The Old Gold stunned the champions 2-1 at the Molineux on Tuesday night. Arokodare, who replaced Adam Armstrong in the 59th minute set up Rodrigo Gomes for Wolves’ first goal 12 minutes from time. Mohamed Salah restored parity for Liverpool in the 83rd [...] The post Arokodare Hails Wolves’ Huge Victory Over Liverpool appeared first on Complete Sports.
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‘He Has Special Talents’ — Trabzonspor Coach Lavishes Praise On Onuachu
Trabzonspor head coach Fatih Tekke has heaped plaudits on Paul Onuachu following the forward’s impressive display against Istanbul Başakşehir, reports Completesports.com. Onuachu was on target in Trabzonspor’s 4-2 victory over Istanbul Başakşehir in their Turkish Cup encounter on Tuesday night. It was the forward’s second goal in the competition this season. The Nigeria international has [...] The post ‘He Has Special Talents’ — Trabzonspor Coach Lavishes Praise On Onuachu appeared first on Complete Sports.
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NLO: Osigwe Unveiled As FC Ona Pal Technical Director In Umuahia
Former Super Eagles striker Emmanuel Osigwe has been unveiled as the Technical Director of FC Ona Pal, a Nationwide League One (NLO) side based in Umuahia, Abia State, Completesports.com reports. Osigwe, a former Enugu Rangers forward, remains popular among Nigerian football fans following his goal of extraordinary quality against Czechoslovakia during the 1980 Summer Olympics. [...] The post NLO: Osigwe Unveiled As FC Ona Pal Technical Director In Umuahia appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Akor Adams Names Ronaldo as His Greatest of All Time
Sevilla forward, Akor Adams has revealed that Ronaldo Nazário is his greatest footballer of all time, admitting he still feels inspired whenever he watches clips of the Brazilian legend. Adams explained that although the footage he watches is from years ago, the impact remains the same. However, he drew a distinction between the greatest footballer [...] The post Akor Adams Names Ronaldo as His Greatest of All Time appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Babajide Celebrates Super Falcons’ Victory Over Cameroon
Rinsola Babajide has celebrated Nigeria’s victory over the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon, reports Completesports.com. The Super Falcons defeated their hosts 3-1 in a pre -2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations friendly at the Military Stadium, Yaoundé on Tuesday. Justine Madugu’s side fell 1-0 to the Indomitable Lionesses in the first friendly. Read Also:Super Falcons Edge [...] The post Babajide Celebrates Super Falcons’ Victory Over Cameroon appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Arokodare Gets Very Good Rating In Wolves 2-1 Win Against Liverpool
Tolu Arokodare got a very good rating after helping Wolverhampton Wanderers beat Liverpool 2-1 at the Molineaux on Tuesday night. Arokodare, who came on in the 59th minute, provided the assist for Wolves opening goal on 57 minutes scored by Rodrigo Gomes. It was his first assist (two goals) in 25 appearances in the English [...] The post Arokodare Gets Very Good Rating In Wolves 2-1 Win Against Liverpool appeared first on Complete Sports.
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I’m Not Surprised With Onuachu’s Goal Scoring Performance At Trabzonspor –Ex-International
Former Nigerian international Patrick Pascal has disclosed that he’s not surprised with Super Eagles striker Paul Onuachu’s goal scoring form at Trabzonspor. Onuachu has netted 18 goals in 21 appearances this ongoing season for his Turkish club. In response to his impressive performance, Pascal said in an interview with Footy Africa that the Nigerian international [...] The post I’m Not Surprised With Onuachu’s Goal Scoring Performance At Trabzonspor –Ex-International appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Michael Carrick Focused On Present Amid Manchester United Future Debate
Uncertainty surrounding the managerial future at Manchester United has intensified despite a noticeable upturn in performances under interim boss Michael Carrick. The former midfielder has overseen clear tactical and structural improvements, prompting debate over whether the club should commit to him on a permanent basis. Although United have been linked with more experienced candidates boasting […] The post Michael Carrick Focused On Present Amid Manchester United Future Debate appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Arokodare Reflects On Tough Start To Premier League Life
Nigeria striker Tolu Arokodare admitted that the move to the Premier League has been more difficult than he expected, reports Completesports.com. The Nigeria international linked up with Wolves from Belgian Pro League outfit, KRC Genk last summer. Arokodare Admits  Tough Start Arokodare confessed his first matches in England were a struggle. “The two leagues are [...] The post Arokodare Reflects On Tough Start To Premier League Life appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Marotta: Inter Milan Not Planning To Sell Esposito To Arsenal
Inter Milan president Giuseppe Marotta has debunked reports claiming that Arsenal are planning to sign Francesco Pio Esposito. Esposito is enjoying an impressive break-out campaign with the table-topping Inter in 2025-26, and has already established himself as an option in attack for Gennaro Gattuso and the Italy national team at just 20 years of age. [...] The post Marotta: Inter Milan Not Planning To Sell Esposito To Arsenal appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Arsenal Vs Chelsea Was ‘Absolute Garbage’ Of A Match –Dutch Legend, Gullit
Legendary Dutch captain Ruud Gullit has launched a scathing attack on the state of modern football, saying that he has decided to stop watching the game he once played so well. The 1987 Ballon d’Or winner talked about his feelings on Ziggo Sport’s Rondo show. He used Arsenal’s 2-1 Premier League win over Chelsea on [...] The post Arsenal Vs Chelsea Was ‘Absolute Garbage’ Of A Match –Dutch Legend, Gullit appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Copa del Rey: Lookman Features As Atletico Knock Barcelona Out To Reach Final
Barcelona threatened an epic comeback against Atletico Madrid but came up short as the holders exited the Copa del Rey at the semi-final stage after a dramatic 4-3 defeat on aggregate. Two goals from Marc Bernal, either side of a Raphinha penalty, gave the home side hope of a remarkable turnaround but they could not [...] The post Copa del Rey: Lookman Features As Atletico Knock Barcelona Out To Reach Final appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Estevao: Why Chelsea Caught My Attention
Chelsea star Estevao Willian has disclosed that he accepted joining the club because they offered him a better project. The Blues’ 18-year-old Brazilian sensation moved from Palmeiras to Stamford Bridge this summer, but his family and representatives had met a number of other English clubs. Speaking with The Sun, the Brazilian international stated that he [...] The post Estevao: Why Chelsea Caught My Attention appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Super Falcons Edge Cameroon 3-1 In WAFCON Warm-Up
Nigeria’s Super Falcons rallied to beat Cameroon 3-1 in their pre-2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations friendly at the Military Stadium, Yaoundé on Tuesday, reports Completesports.com. The Indomitable Lionesses, who claimed victory in the first friendly between the two sides last Saturday, went ahead after just seven minutes through Christiane. Chiwendu Ihezuo however restored parity [...] The post Super Falcons Edge Cameroon 3-1 In WAFCON Warm-Up appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Arteta Hits Back At Critics Of Arsenal’s Set-piece Antics
Mikel Arteta has hit back at critics of Arsenal’s dependence on set-pieces, saying he is disappointed the Premier League leaders do not score even more goals from dead-ball situations. Arteta’s side have established a five-point lead at the top of the league thanks in large part to their success from set-pieces. They equalled the Premier [...] The post Arteta Hits Back At Critics Of Arsenal’s Set-piece Antics appeared first on Complete Sports.
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