World football governing body, FIFA, has been accused of knowing that DR Congo used an ineligible player in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying playoff against Nigeria’s Super Eagles. According to an investigation by New York Times published Tuesday, the player at the centre is goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi, the French-born Le Havre keeper who went [...] The post ‘FIFA Aware DR Congo Fielded Ineligible Player Against Nigeria In W/Cup Qualifier’ — New York Times Investigation Claims appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria came under fire for their failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but the situation could have easily turned out differently. The three-time African Champions started the qualification process on a poor note, failing to secure a victory under former coaches Jose Peseiro and Finidi George. Eric Chelle […]

Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen is edging closer to a Galatasaray return after continuing his rehabilitation in Nigeria, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigeria international is targeting a carefully managed comeback against Kasımpaşa before Galatasaray's Champions League showdown with Barcelona. Left out of Nigeria's Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau, Osimhen spent part of […]

African football has produced some of the most unbelievable moments in international football history. From unexpected defeats to shocking qualification failures, these are *The 10 Biggest Shocks in AFCON Qualifying History!* Discover the biggest upsets, stunning results, and unforgettable moments that changed the course of Africa Cup of Nations qualifying. From football giants falling short [...] The post The 10 Biggest Shocks In AFCON Qualifying History appeared first on Complete Sports.

Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni has opened up about the profound emotional weight of losing his talisman, admitting that “only nostalgia remains” as Lionel Messi prepares to pull on the Albiceleste shirt for the final time. As Buenos Aires prepares for an emotional farewell match against Benin at a sold-out Monumental Stadium, Scaloni reflected on the [...] The post He Is an Incredible Example –Scaloni Hails Messi As Argentina Prepare For Historic Farewell appeared first on Complete Sports.

Shooting Stars Technical Adviser Salisu Yusuf is confident his side will recover from their difficult start to the season. The Oluyole Warriors have managed just two wins from their opening six league matches this season, and were also knocked out of the CAF Confederation Cup in the preliminary round by Tunisian side CS Sfaxien. Shooting [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: Yusuf Assures Shooting Stars Will Improve After Slow Start appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC) Bukola Olopade, has charged Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets to make history at the WAFU B U-17 Tournament in Burkina Faso. During a morale-boosting visit to the team’s training camp on Monday the NSC DG urged the players to approach the tournament with focus, discipline and determination, with [...] The post NSC Charges Golden Eaglets Ahead Of WAFU B U-17 Tourney appeared first on Complete Sports.

Viktor Gyokeres has extended his Nations League scoring record to seven consecutive games after putting Sweden ahead against Romania on Monday night. The Arsenal striker scored the only goal in Sweden’s 1-0 win over Romania in Bucharest, continuing a run which had already taken him beyond every other player in the history of the competition, [...] The post Gyokeres Extends Nations League Scoring Record With Romania Goal appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Super Eagles return to action on Tuesday when they face Russia in an international friendly, with several familiar faces set to attract attention in Nizhny Novgorod, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria are looking for a response after their disappointing 3-0 defeat to Guinea-Bissau in their latest AFCON 2027 qualifier. Eric Chelle's side will now take on […]

Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho has revealed the inspiration behind his decision to play for the Nigerian national team as he prepares for a possible return against Russia on Tuesday, Soccernet.ng reports. Iheanacho received his first call-up to the Super Eagles setup since the 2025 Unity Cup tournament, ending his 16-month absence from the national team. The 30-year-old […]

Super Eagles defender Chibuike Nwaiwu has enjoyed a remarkable rise in his career and he now ranks among the most valuable defenders in the Turkish Süper Lig, Soccernet.ng reports. Nwaiwu began his career at Nigerian Premier League side Heartland before moving to Enyimba, where his performances helped the club win the league title in the […]

Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho has finally broken his silence on his decision to snub Scottish Premiership champions Celtic for Turkish 1. Lig club Bursaspor, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Iheanacho was one of the Super Eagles stars constantly in the transfer news over the summer. He had joined Celtic on a free transfer last year, penning a […]

Arsenal are preparing to launch a formal bid for Antonio Nusa as the club looks to strengthen its attacking options ahead of the new season. The north London side have been monitoring Nusa for some time and are now ready to move into the next phase of their pursuit for the winger. Nusa has attracted […] The post Arsenal Prepare Opening Bid For Antonio Nusa As Ben Scott Faces Chelsea Transfer Twist appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Seven Super Eagles' internationals will miss the friendly against Russia at the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium tomorrow, with injuries, club refusals and residence permit issues all forcing the late withdrawals, Soccernet.ng reports. Captain Wilfred Ndidi, Raphael Onyedika, Moses Usor, Akpe Victory, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Ridwan Abdulrasaq Popoola and Suleiman Mubarak have all been ruled out of Tuesday's […]

Young Barcelona striker Destiny Kosiso has become a key one to watch for the Super Eagles in the future after scoring a hat-trick for his side against Villarreal at a La Liga tournament in Orlando, Florida, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Every year, La Liga hosts a tournament to promote youth development. It is strictly for players under […]

It is Russia vs Nigeria again in what is the second installment of this international friendly fixture over the past 16 months, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria's trip to Russia was always going to be different from the usual Super Eagles assignment. There is no Victor Osimhen. No Ademola Lookman. No Alex Iwobi. No Samuel Chukwueze. Captain […]

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will face Russia's Sbornaya in an international friendly on Tuesday, and they will be without one of their best players, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Nigeria are fresh off their first two qualifiers for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau. While they defeated Madagascar, they suffered an embarrassing 3–0 […]

Russia have sent an ominous message to Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle ahead of Tuesday’s international friendly meeting with Nigeria, Soccernet.ng reports. The 2018 World Cup hosts tore Namibia apart 6-0 in Yekaterinburg after turning a cagey first half into a second-half avalanche on Saturday. Valery Karpin’s side struck on 37 minutes when Lechi […]

Super Eagles forward Akor Adams has identified what Nigeria must improve as they look to recover from their disappointing defeat to Guinea-Bissau in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria suffered a shock 3-0 loss to the Djurtus in their last outing on Tuesday, dealing a major blow to their hopes […]

Super Eagles striker Akor Adams has aimed a subtle dig at the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and Guinea-Bissau following Nigeria's 3–0 loss in the 2027 AFCON qualifiers last Tuesday, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Nigeria suffered one of their most embarrassing defeats in history last Tuesday, as Guinea-Bissau, a team ranked 106 places below them in the […]

The Super Eagles will return to action on Tuesday when they face Russia in an international friendly at the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium, Soccernet.ng reports. Eric Chelle's side will be looking for a positive response after a difficult start to their 2027 AFCON qualifying campaign. Nigeria opened the qualifiers with a 2-1 victory over Madagascar in […]

Super Eagles invitee Zadok Yohanna has enjoyed a remarkable rise in his career over the past year, moving from Swedish side AIK to Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League, Soccernet.ng reports. The teenager began his football journey at Ikon Allah Football Academy in Nigeria before moving to Sweden in 2025 to continue his […]

Super Eagles defender Abdullahi Bewene has revealed what Nigeria will be hoping to achieve when they face Russia on Tuesday, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria will take on the European side at the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium in their final game of the international window, with Eric Chelle’s men hoping to put their recent setback behind them. The […]

Super Eagles defender Emmanuel Fernandez could soon be on his way out of Scottish giants Rangers after the club were advised to make a major decision on his future, Soccernet.ng reports. Fernandez has been at Rangers since joining the club during the summer of 2025 from English lower-division side Peterborough United.The Super Eagles centre-back enjoyed an impressive […]

Super Eagles stars Ola Aina and Bright Osayi-Samuel face fresh competition for Nigeria's right-back shirt after Abdullahi Bewene declared his intention to force his way back into Eric Chelle's plans, Soccernet.ng reports. The 21-year-old was omitted from the Super Eagles squad for the September 2027 AFCON qualifiers against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau despite impressing on his […]

Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare has been singled out by former Borussia Dortmund and Ajax coach Peter Bosz, who noticed the striker's unusual physical profile after he made an impressive start to life in Amsterdam, Soccernet.ng reports. Arokodare joined Ajax from Wolverhampton Wanderers in the summer on a season-long loan deal that includes an option […]

Nigeria football legend Segun Odegbami has delivered a withering verdict on the Super Eagles surprising 3-0 defeat by Guinea-Bissau on Tuesday, Soccernet.ng reports. Odegbami, Nigeria's third all-time highest goalscorer, insists the result was different from previous heavy losses because the Super Eagles failed to show the fighting spirit traditionally associated with Nigerian football. Nigeria were […]

Super Eagles star Terem Moffi is set to receive the surprising news that two OGC Nice supporters accused of assaulting him have been acquitted by a French court, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nice criminal court issued a full acquittal on Friday, October 2, clearing the two ultras, aged 32 and 45, of charges including violence in […]

Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman recently shared a hilarious exchange with popular Nigerian rapper Odumodublvck on social media, Soccernet.ng reports. Odumodublvck is currently one of Nigeria's biggest hip-hop acts, remaining firmly in the spotlight over the past two years. He is also a well-known football enthusiast, frequently spotted alongside several Super Eagles players at various […]

Popular Nigerian influencer Njideka has fueled rumours that she and Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi are in a romantic relationship, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Ndidi's performances on the pitch have attracted a lot of criticism in recent months. At club level, he is considered a bench warmer under coach Vincenzo Italiano. ​Then, at international level, there have […]

Former Super Eagles forward John Utaka has tipped Russia and Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Matvey Safonov as a contender for the 2026 Yashin Trophy, just three days before Nigeria face Russia, Soccernet.ng reports. Utaka, who represented Nigeria at the 2002 FIFA World Cup and made his name playing for European clubs like RC Lens, Portsmouth, Montpellier […]

Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has identified the reason behind Nigeria's topsy-turvy start to their AFCON 2027 qualifiers, Soccernet.ng reports. The Green and Whites were in action twice last month, coming from behind to defeat Madagascar at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo, before falling to a 3-0 loss against Guinea-Bissau. The players, coach […]

Former Super Eagles coach Augustine Eguavoen will lead Nigeria’s Super Falcons into their Los Angeles 2028 Olympic qualifying battle with Comoros, Soccernet.ng reports. The former Nigeria international will be backed by Christopher Danjuma, Ayisat Yusuf and former Nigeria goalkeeper trainer Olatunji Baruwa. The Nigeria Football Federation appointed Eguavoen on an interim basis in September as […]

Super Eagles midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru has handed Lazio and Nigeria a timely boost after returning to full group training ahead of the Serie A meeting with Monza on October 11, Soccernet.ng reports. The 25-year-old had been sidelined since August 24, when he lasted 54 minutes of Lazio's 1-0 victory at Bologna before suffering a right-thigh […]

Super Eagles striker Terem Moffi's attempt to kick-start his Hamburg career has hit another stumbling block, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigeria international striker is facing a race against time to recover from a knee problem before the Bundesliga returns this weekend. Hamburg coach Merlin Polzin has refused to put a date on the 27-year-old's comeback after […]

The Nigerian football landscape is littered with players who could have worn the Super Eagles' green and white but instead found their international home in Italy. From Premier League defenders to versatile midfielders and a striker who once made history in European competition, several footballers with Nigerian roots have represented the Azzurri at senior level. […]