Newly-appointed Golden Eaglets coach Eboboritse Uwejamomere has described his appointment as a “dream come true” after the Nigeria Football Federation handed him the responsibility of rebuilding the country’s struggling U-17 side, Soccernet.ng reports. The NFF confirmed the appointment of the young tactician as the new head coach of Nigeria’s U-17 male national team, replacing long-serving […]

Tottenham has always had a bit of a wandering eye when it comes to the European market, but their recent focus on the Italian top flight suggests a more calculated shift in identity than we’ve seen in previous windows. Serie A has long been a tactical laboratory, producing the kind of disciplined, technically gifted players […] The post Could Tottenham Interest In Potential Serie A Transfers Transform Their 26/27 Performance? appeared first on Gooner Daily.

British No.1 Emma Raducanu is set to return to WTA Tour action next week at the Internationaux de Strasbourg, ending a more than two-month absence caused by post-viral illness. The 23-year-old, currently ranked world No. 30, has been granted a wildcard into the WTA 500 clay-court event. Internationaux de Strasbourg runs from May 17-23, providing [...] The post Emma Raducanu to Make Playing Return After Two-Month Absence appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Nigeria's wealthiest man and the richest black man, Aliko Dangote, has opened up on why he refused to step up his interest in buying his beloved football club Arsenal, Soccernet.ng reports. The idea originated decades ago. According to the BBC, Dangote has been a fan of the Gunners since the 1980's. As of 2015, American […]

Liverpool exciting youngster Rio Ngumoha was pictured wearing Nigeria’s iconic 1996 jersey. Ngumoha was captured in a photo posted on the X handle of ESPN Africa beaming with excitement while putting on the jersey. The famous jersey is what Nigeria’s U-23 Eagles known as ‘Dream Team’ wore when they won gold in the football event [...] The post Liverpool Youngster Ngumoha Dorn Nigeria’s Iconic 1996 Jersey appeared first on Complete Sports.

Newly appointed Flying Eagles head coach Abdu Maikaba has unveiled his backroom staff, Completesports.com reports. Ortega Deniran (first assistant), Abdullahi Biffo (second assistant) and Usman Mohammed (goalkeepers’ trainer) will work with Maikaba. The Flying Eagles will resume camp in Abuja on Sunday, 17 May, with preparations to begin in earnest for the upcoming WAFU B [...] The post Maikaba Selects Assistants As Flying Eagles Resume Camp Sunday appeared first on Complete Sports.

Madonna, Shakira, and BTS are set to headline the first-ever FIFA World Cup final halftime show on July 19, 2026, at New York, New Jersey Stadium. This Super Bowl-style, 15-minute spectacle is produced in partnership with Global Citizen, aiming to fight global poverty and promote education. Read Also:Sadiq Earns Praise From Corberán Amid Valencia Revival [...] The post Madonna, Shakira, BTS To Headline First World Cup Final Half-Time Show appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Inter Milan and Nigerian international, Obinna Nsofor says he would like to see Victor Osimhen move to one of the biggest clubs in world football despite his success at Galatasaray. Osimhen helped Galatasaray to a successful title defence in the Turkish Super Lig, and Nsofor praised the striker’s influence at the club over the [...] The post Not World Class Yet – Former Inter Milan Star Insists Osimhen Needs A Big Move appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

AC Milan star Christian Pulisic has broken his silence regarding his breakup with girlfriend Alexa Melton. In an interview with Time magazine, the USMNT star expressed only positive thoughts about his ex-girlfriend. Pulisic shared that Melton was supportive, a lot of fun, and encouraged him to enjoy life outside of soccer. Read Also:Sadiq Earns Praise [...] The post Pulisic: Why I Broke Up With My Girlfriend appeared first on Complete Sports.

Ghana international Antoine Semenyo is among the eight players nominated for the Premier League Player of the Season award for 2025/26. Semenyo and the seven other nominees were unveiled on the Premier League website on Thursday. Three stars of Arsenal’s title-challenging side – Gabriel, David Raya and Declan Rice, Semenyo’s Manchester City teammate Erling Haaland, [...] The post Black Stars Striker Semenyo To Battle Haaland, Rice, Fernandez For EPL Player Of The Season appeared first on Complete Sports.

Valencia head coach Carlos Corberán has commended Umar Sadiq for his impact on the team’s impressive run since joining the club. The Nigeria international joined Los Che on a permanent transfer from Real Sociedad in January. Sadiq came off the bench to score the winning goal for Valencia to win at Athletic Bilbao last weekend. [...] The post Sadiq Earns Praise From Corberán Amid Valencia Revival appeared first on Complete Sports.

Jon Rahm has cleared a major hurdle in his golf career after reaching a conditional release agreement with the DP World Tour last week, paving the way for his possible participation in the 2027 Ryder Cup. The two-time major champion has paid off his outstanding fines, around $3 million, imposed for participating in LIV Golf [...] The post Jon Rahm Pays $3m for His Liv Golf ‘Sin’… Granted Ryder Cup Pass appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Hearts head coach Derek McInnes has weighed in on Kelechi Iheanacho‘s late goal against Motherwell last night, airing his frustrations about the poor officiating level at Fir Park, Soccernet.ng reports. The 29-year-old came off the bench in the 70th minute, but his moment came in the 95th minute. A Celtic cross saw Sam Nicholson and […]

Kelechi Iheanacho has admitted he still cannot explain how he coped with the pressure of taking a stoppage-time penalty in Celtic’s dramatic 3-2 win over Motherwell. Iheanacho sparked wild celebrations among the travelling supporters after calmly converting the decisive penalty. The crucial goal means Saturday’s home clash against league leaders Hearts will now determine the [...] The post ‘It’s Scary’ — Iheanacho Reacts To Late Penalty Winner Against Motherwell appeared first on Complete Sports.

Kelechi Iheanacho scored a dramatic stoppage-time penalty to hand Celtic a crucial victory over Motherwell and keep their Scottish Premiership title hopes alive heading into the final day of the season. Motherwell struck first in the 17th minute through Elliot Watt, who gave the visitors an early advantage after a lively start to the contest. [...] The post Iheanacho’s Late Winner Keeps Celtic’s Title Dream Alive appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho single-handedly fueled Celtic to a showdown in the race for the Scottish Premiership title with a late goal last night, Soccernet.ng reports. The 29-year-old came off the bench for Martin O'Neill's side at Fir Park, but it was his 99th-minute strike that sealed all three points against Motherwell. However, the […]

World No.3 Iga Swiatek delivered one of her most commanding performances of the season on Wednesday, brushing aside American fifth seed Jessica Pegula 6-1, 6-2 to storm into the semifinals of the Italian Open in Rome. The match lasted just 67 minutes at the famous Foro Italico, but during that short spell, Swiatek completely dictated [...] The post Swiatek Puts Svitolina and Gauff On Notice with Dominant Win Over Pegula appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Tennis star, Taylor Fritz and longtime girlfriend Morgan Riddle have officially ended their nearly six-year relationship, drawing attention to the American No. 1’s personal life. According to the People magazine exclusive, the couple called it quits, with sources indicating that Riddle was the one who ended things. The pair were regarded as one of tennis’s [...] The post US Tennis Star Taylor Fritz Caught in More Dating Drama After Split from “World’s Best Girlfriend” appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Former Shooting Stars coach Fatai Amoo is convinced that Ademola Lookman is only beginning to show what he can do at Atlético Madrid after an explosive first few months in Spain, Soccernet.ng reports. Lookman arrived in the Spanish capital during the January 2026 transfer window following a brilliant spell with Atalanta BC, and he has […]

Former Super Eagles and Chievo Verona forward Obinna Nsofor has revealed the major step Victor Osimhen must take to become one of Europe’s elite strikers, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigerian forward Osimhen has earned his status as one of the most prolific goalscorers in European football in recent years, given his impressive form for both club and country. The 27-year-old first rose to prominence at […]

S.S. Lazio suffered heartbreak in the Coppa Italia final after a 2-0 defeat to Inter Milan, with goals from Adam Marusic (Own goal) and Lautaro Martínez sealing the trophy for the Nerazzurri. Nigerian midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru was an unused substitute throughout the final despite being fully fit. Lazio manager Maurizio Sarri was absent from the [...] The post Dele-Bashiru Watches from the Bench in Lazio’s Coppa Italia Final Heartbreak appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

S.S. Lazio suffered heartbreak in the Coppa Italia final after a 2-0 defeat to Inter Milan, with goals from Adam Marusic (Own goal) and Lautaro Martínez sealing the trophy for the Nerazzurri. Nigerian midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru was an unused substitute throughout the final despite being fully fit. Lazio manager Maurizio Sarri was absent from the [...] The post Dele-Bashiru Watches from the Bench in Lazio’s in Coppa Italia Final Heartbreak appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Liverpool’s pursuit of Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola is intensifying heading into the summer window, with the French international understood to be increasingly open to a move to Anfield. Reports from France indicate that Barcola is receptive to the prospect of joining Arne Slot’s side, after spending another season sharing duties with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and […] The post Liverpool Transfer News: Reds Target Barcola as PSG Contract Standoff Shapes Winger Race appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Frank Onyeka has been nominated for the Sky Bet Championship Player of the Month award for April following his impressive performances for Coventry City,reports Completesports.com. The Nigerian midfielder played a key role as the Sky Blues secured promotion to the Premier League by winning the Championship title. Onyeka featured in three league games during the [...] The post Onyeka Shortlisted For Championship Player Of The Month appeared first on Complete Sports.

Arsenal remain in control of the Premier League title race, but Manchester City’s 3-0 win over Crystal Palace has kept the pressure firmly on Mikel Arteta’s side. With two league matches left for both clubs, the gap is down to two points: Arsenal have 79 and City have 77, meaning one slip from The Gunners […] The post Premier League Title: What Arsenal and Manchester City Need to do to Win the League? appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Alloy Agu has exclusively told Completesports.com that the tooth injury he suffered during Nigeria’s 1990 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Ghana in Kumasi remains one of the biggest sacrifices he made for his country, insisting the painful incident ultimately became part of the team’s journey to the AFCON final in [...] The post EXCLUSIVE: Agu Reflects On Super Eagles ‘Tooth Injury Sacrifice’, Backs Chelle; Talks U23 Eagles Job, NPFL Title Race appeared first on Complete Sports.

Celtic manager Martin O’Neill has lauded Kelechi Iheanacho’s winning goal in Wednesday night’s 3-2 victory over Motherwell, reports Completesports.com. Iheanacho came off the bench to score from the penalty spot deep into stoppage time. The Nigeria international netted his eighth goal of the season for the Hoops. O’Neil Hails Iheanacho O’Neil praised the striker for [...] The post O’Neil Talks Up Iheanacho’s Winning Goal Against Motherwell appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles forward Kelechi Iheanacho grabbed the headlines after his performance for Celtic in their dramatic 3-2 win over Motherwell on Wednesday, Soccernet.ng reports. The former Sevilla forward stepped up to score the winner from the penalty spot in stoppage time as the Hoops kept their title defence alive heading into the final day of the 2025/26 […]

Former Aston Villa manager Martin O'Neill has showered praise on Kelechi Iheanacho after the Nigerian striker delivered another huge moment in Celtic’s dramatic Scottish Premiership title chase, Soccernet.ng reports. The Super Eagles forward scored a controversial 99th-minute penalty as Celtic beat Motherwell 3-2 in a chaotic night at Fir Park on Wednesday. The match had […]

Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Toronto Public Health is distributing free soccer-themed condoms as part of the “CondomTO” initiative to promote safe sex and reduce STI transmission. The initiative comes as Toronto prepares to host six matches, including a Round of 32 clash, during the 2026 World Cup co-hosted by Canada, Mexico, and [...] The post 2026 World Cup: Toronto Offers Free Condoms To Fans appeared first on Complete Sports.

Aiden Smith has spoken out about what he described as poor treatment at the ongoing Africa Senior Athletics Championships held at the University of Ghana Stadium in Legon, Accra, Pulse Sports Kenya reports. who recently won the shot-put title with a winning throw of 20.01m, appeared dissatisfied despite his gold-medal success, pointing to issues with [...] The post ASAC 2026: South African Athlete Slams Poor Treatment At African Championships In Ghana appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigeria’s inability to host the Africa Cup of Nations since 2000 is “sad” and “a big shame,” according to former Super Eagles winger, Obinna Nsofor. Speaking on the country’s declining stadium standards and inability to meet CAF requirements, the Nsofor said Nigeria must urgently address its infrastructure problems. “The fact is that it’s been a [...] The post Nigeria Not Hosting AFCON Since 2000 Is a Big Shame – Obinna Nsofor appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Paris FC has rejected a request from the French Professional Football League (LFP) to host the Ligue 1 trophy presentation ceremony for Paris Saint-Germain. The ceremony was intended to take place after the anticipated “Parisian Derby” between the two clubs next Sunday at the Stade Jean-Bouin. According to Le Parisien newspaper (Elbotola) Paris FC management [...] The post Paris FC Reject Hosting PSG’s Ligue 1 Title Celebration At Stadium appeared first on Complete Sports.

Celtic captain Callum McGregor has praised Kelechi Iheanacho after the Nigeria international scored the winning goal in Wednesday night’s 3-2 victory over Motherwell at Fir Park. With the game heading towards a draw, the Hoops were awarded a penalty for handball deep into stoppage time following a VAR review. Iheanacho coolly dispatched his spot-kick in [...] The post Celtic Captain Lauds Iheanacho After Win Over Motherwell appeared first on Complete Sports.

The 2025–26 Premier League title race might have once looked like a forgone conclusion, but countless twists and turns over the last few months have made for a back-and-forth battle between the two best clubs in England. The Gunners sit in pole position to snag their long-awaited league title, but City are keeping the pressure [...] The post Supercomputer Predicts EPL Table After Man City Thrash Palace appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Nigerian international Sunday Oliseh has disclosed that Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) has become a better, more cohesive unit following the departure of Kylian Mbappé to Real Madrid. He observed that the current PSG squad, composed of younger players eager to represent the badge, exhibits greater drive, focus, and dedication. Oliseh highlighted that instead of focusing [...] The post Why PSG Are Succeeding After Mbappe’s Departure –Oliseh appeared first on Complete Sports.