Complete Sports https://www.completesports.com/ Nigeria’s No.1 Sports website. Get latest sports news on Complete Sports Tue, 27 Oct 2026 22:56:09 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1.3 https://www.completesports.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/favicon-512x512-1-150x150.png Complete Sports https://www.completesports.com/ 32 32 84020137 Carabao Cup: League Two Side Fleetwood Town Beat Arsenal On Penalties To Reach Quarterfinals https://www.completesports.com/carabao-cup-league-two-side-fleetwood-town-beat-arsenal-on-penalties-to-reach-quarterfinals/ https://www.completesports.com/carabao-cup-league-two-side-fleetwood-town-beat-arsenal-on-penalties-to-reach-quarterfinals/#respond Tue, 27 Oct 2026 22:53:22 +0000 https://www.completesports.com/?p=521348 Fleetwood Town pulled off one of the biggest upsets in Carabao Cup history as they beat Premier League champions Arsenal in an astounding penalty shootout to reach the quarter-finals. Mikel Arteta’s side were left shell-shocked when Aaron Loupalo-Bi gave the hosts – ranked 84 places below the Gunners in the football pyramid – an unexpected [...]

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]]> https://www.completesports.com/carabao-cup-league-two-side-fleetwood-town-beat-arsenal-on-penalties-to-reach-quarterfinals/feed/ 0 521348 SERIE A: Dele-Bashiru Bags Assist As Lazio Thrash Sassuolo 6-2 Away https://www.completesports.com/serie-a-dele-bashiru-bags-assist-as-lazio-thrash-sassuolo-6-2-away/ https://www.completesports.com/serie-a-dele-bashiru-bags-assist-as-lazio-thrash-sassuolo-6-2-away/#respond Tue, 27 Oct 2026 22:03:25 +0000 https://www.completesports.com/?p=521344 Nigeria international Fisayo Dele-Bashiru provided an assist as Lazio thrashed 10-man Sassuolo 6-2 to go top of the Serie A on Tuesday. Dele-Bashiru, who was named among the substitutes, was introduced before the start of the second half. It was a wild game of eight goals, a red card and two missed penalties, as Lazio [...]

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]]> https://www.completesports.com/serie-a-dele-bashiru-bags-assist-as-lazio-thrash-sassuolo-6-2-away/feed/ 0 521344 GERMAN Cup: Moffi’s Goal Not Enough As Hamburg Suffer Home Loss To Onyedika’s Frankfurt https://www.completesports.com/german-cup-moffis-goal-not-enough-as-hamburg-suffer-home-loss-to-onyedikas-frankfurt/ https://www.completesports.com/german-cup-moffis-goal-not-enough-as-hamburg-suffer-home-loss-to-onyedikas-frankfurt/#respond Tue, 27 Oct 2026 21:19:44 +0000 https://www.completesports.com/?p=521338 Terem Moffi’s goal was not enough as Hamburg suffered a 3-1 home defeat to Eintracht Frankfurt in round two of the German Cup on Tuesday. Also in action was Raphael Onyedika who played 90 minutes in the Cup tie. Trailing by 3-0, Moffi pulled a goal back for Hamburg with 11 minutes remaining which turned [...]

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]]> https://www.completesports.com/german-cup-moffis-goal-not-enough-as-hamburg-suffer-home-loss-to-onyedikas-frankfurt/feed/ 0 521338 Rooney: Man Utd Squad Must Shoulder Blame, Not Carrick https://www.completesports.com/rooney-man-utd-squad-must-shoulder-blame-not-carrick/ https://www.completesports.com/rooney-man-utd-squad-must-shoulder-blame-not-carrick/#respond Tue, 27 Oct 2026 21:08:51 +0000 https://www.completesports.com/?p=521312 Former Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney has launched a scathing critique of the current squad, insisting the players must take full responsibility for their recent slump rather than leaving manager Michael Carrick to face the heat alone. Rooney’s remarks come after another dispiriting performance against Bournemouth, which left travelling supporters visibly furious at full-time. Read [...]

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]]> https://www.completesports.com/rooney-man-utd-squad-must-shoulder-blame-not-carrick/feed/ 0 521312 Euromatch NPFL: Kwara United Must Build On Away Draw Against Barau FC — Suleiman https://www.completesports.com/euromatch-npfl-kwara-united-must-build-on-away-draw-against-barau-fc-suleiman/ https://www.completesports.com/euromatch-npfl-kwara-united-must-build-on-away-draw-against-barau-fc-suleiman/#respond Tue, 27 Oct 2026 20:43:47 +0000 https://www.completesports.com/?p=521332 Kwara United technical adviser Ashifat Suleiman has urged his players to build on their 1-1 draw against Barau FC in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL. The Harmony Boys secured a point on the road at the Sani Abacha Stadium in Kano on Sunday, coming from behind to hold their hosts to a draw. Barau [...]

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]]> https://www.completesports.com/euromatch-npfl-kwara-united-must-build-on-away-draw-against-barau-fc-suleiman/feed/ 0 521332 Nigeria Rugby League To Kickoff In November 2026 https://www.completesports.com/nigeria-rugby-league-to-kickoff-in-november-2026/ https://www.completesports.com/nigeria-rugby-league-to-kickoff-in-november-2026/#respond Tue, 27 Oct 2026 19:05:31 +0000 https://www.completesports.com/?p=521323 ‎The Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF) has announced plans to commence the Nigeria Rugby League in November 2026 following the successful securing of support for the competition. ‎ In a statement on NRFF website, ‎the decision was reached at an emergency board meeting in Abuja, where members deliberated on the league’s format. The competition will [...]

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]]> https://www.completesports.com/nigeria-rugby-league-to-kickoff-in-november-2026/feed/ 0 521323 NPFL Warns Barau FC Over Security Lapses At Home Matches https://www.completesports.com/npfl-warns-barau-fc-over-security-lapses-at-home-matches/ https://www.completesports.com/npfl-warns-barau-fc-over-security-lapses-at-home-matches/#respond Tue, 27 Oct 2026 19:03:49 +0000 https://www.completesports.com/?p=521326 The Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, has issued an official warning to Barau FC over security lapses recorded during the club’s home fixtures. In a statement signed by its Chief Operating Officer, Dr. Ayo Abdulrahaman, the league disclosed that it had received a video circulating on social media showing some Barau FC stewards encroaching onto [...]

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]]> https://www.completesports.com/npfl-warns-barau-fc-over-security-lapses-at-home-matches/feed/ 0 521326 U-23 AFCONQ: U-23 Eagles Invitee Ihendu Talks Up Olympics, FIFA World Cup Dream https://www.completesports.com/u-23-afconq-u-23-eagles-invitee-ihendu-talks-up-olympics-fifa-world-cup-dream/ https://www.completesports.com/u-23-afconq-u-23-eagles-invitee-ihendu-talks-up-olympics-fifa-world-cup-dream/#respond Tue, 27 Oct 2026 17:32:52 +0000 https://www.completesports.com/?p=521319 FC Zurich centre-back Daniel Kelechi Ihendu says representing Nigeria at the Olympic Games and the FIFA World Cup remains his greatest career ambition, with his invitation to the U-23 Eagles marking a significant step towards achieving that dream, Completesports.com reports. The 6ft 4in defender, who spoke to Completesports.com from his base in Switzerland, revealed that [...]

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]]> https://www.completesports.com/u-23-afconq-u-23-eagles-invitee-ihendu-talks-up-olympics-fifa-world-cup-dream/feed/ 0 521319 CAF Unveils 2026 Women’s Champions League Schedule https://www.completesports.com/caf-unveils-2026-womens-champions-league-schedule/ https://www.completesports.com/caf-unveils-2026-womens-champions-league-schedule/#respond Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:59:02 +0000 https://www.completesports.com/?p=521315 The Confederation of African Football, CAF, has unveiled the schedule for the 2026 CAF Women’s Champions League with the tournament set to run from November 1 to 15 in Ismailia, Egypt. The competition will feature eight clubs representing CAF’s various zones, divided into two groups of four teams. However, the representative of the West African [...]

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]]> https://www.completesports.com/caf-unveils-2026-womens-champions-league-schedule/feed/ 0 521315 Djokovic Makes Special Request For Wawrinka’s Farewell Match In Basel https://www.completesports.com/djokovic-makes-special-request-for-wawrinkas-farewell-match-in-basel/ https://www.completesports.com/djokovic-makes-special-request-for-wawrinkas-farewell-match-in-basel/#respond Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:49:20 +0000 https://www.completesports.com/?p=521308 Novak Djokovic showed ultimate sportsmanship ahead of Stan Wawrinka’s final tournament, personally asking tournament officials for a seat to watch his former rival’s send-off in Basel. Wawrinka is calling time on his legendary career at the 2026 Swiss Indoors after more than two decades on tour, with his opening round against Jiri Lehecka potentially marking [...]

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]]> https://www.completesports.com/djokovic-makes-special-request-for-wawrinkas-farewell-match-in-basel/feed/ 0 521308 Yamal’s Uncle Claims Kane Did Not Deserve Ballon d’Or Award https://www.completesports.com/yamals-uncle-claims-kane-did-not-deserve-ballon-dor-award/ https://www.completesports.com/yamals-uncle-claims-kane-did-not-deserve-ballon-dor-award/#respond Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:17:13 +0000 https://www.completesports.com/?p=521296 Lamine Yamal’s uncle, Abdul, has entered the ongoing debate regarding the recent award outcome, insisting that his nephew was unjustly overlooked in favour of Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane. Speaking in an interview with Spanish radio show El Larguero, Abdul expressed disappointment over the voting, arguing that Yamal’s flair and overall impact make him the [...]

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]]> https://www.completesports.com/yamals-uncle-claims-kane-did-not-deserve-ballon-dor-award/feed/ 0 521296 Osimhen Dedicates Galatasaray’s Victory Over Fenerbahçe To Coach Buruk https://www.completesports.com/osimhen-dedicates-galatasarays-victory-over-fenerbahce-to-coach-buruk/ https://www.completesports.com/osimhen-dedicates-galatasarays-victory-over-fenerbahce-to-coach-buruk/#respond Tue, 27 Oct 2026 15:47:51 +0000 https://www.completesports.com/?p=521299 Victor Osimhen has dedicated Galatasaray’s 2-1 victory over Fenerbahçe to head coach Okan Buruk following Monday night’s thrilling Intercontinental Derby at RAMS Park. The Nigeria international was the hero for the Yellow and Reds, scoring both goals to secure a crucial win over their fierce rivals. Osimhen has now netted three goals in his last [...]

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]]> https://www.completesports.com/osimhen-dedicates-galatasarays-victory-over-fenerbahce-to-coach-buruk/feed/ 0 521299 Euromatch NPFL: 3SC Assistant Coach Laments Missed Chances After Dramatic Draw With Ikorodu City https://www.completesports.com/euromatch-npfl-3sc-assistant-coach-laments-missed-chances-after-dramatic-draw-with-ikorodu-city/ https://www.completesports.com/euromatch-npfl-3sc-assistant-coach-laments-missed-chances-after-dramatic-draw-with-ikorodu-city/#respond Tue, 27 Oct 2026 14:58:38 +0000 https://www.completesports.com/?p=521267 Shooting Stars assistant coach Ali Kandil has expressed frustration after his side surrendered a two-goal lead to draw 2-2 against Ikorodu City in their Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 10 clash at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena. The Oluyole Warriors looked to be cruising to a rare away victory after early goals from Taofeek Otaniyi [...]

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]]> https://www.completesports.com/euromatch-npfl-3sc-assistant-coach-laments-missed-chances-after-dramatic-draw-with-ikorodu-city/feed/ 0 521267 Carrick To Remain As Man United Manager https://www.completesports.com/carrick-to-remain-as-man-united-manager/ https://www.completesports.com/carrick-to-remain-as-man-united-manager/#respond Tue, 27 Oct 2026 14:20:28 +0000 https://www.completesports.com/?p=521293 Michael Carrick will remain in charge of Manchester United for their game against Chelsea on Saturday. The under-pressure United head coach was thought to be on the brink after Sunday’s crushing 3-0 defeat at home to Bournemouth, but he and the players are being given the chance to turn the current situation around. According to [...]

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]]> https://www.completesports.com/carrick-to-remain-as-man-united-manager/feed/ 0 521293 Euromatch NPFL: Warri Wolves Appeal Against Sanctions https://www.completesports.com/euromatch-npfl-warri-wolves-appeal-against-sanctions/ https://www.completesports.com/euromatch-npfl-warri-wolves-appeal-against-sanctions/#respond Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:54:59 +0000 https://www.completesports.com/?p=521290 Warri Wolves have appealed the sanctions imposed on the club by the Nigeria Premier Football League ,NPFL, following an attack on match officials after their goalless draw with Kano Pillars on Sunday. The Seasiders were fined ₦4.2 million, deducted three points and three goals and ordered to play their next five home league matches behind [...]

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]]> https://www.completesports.com/euromatch-npfl-warri-wolves-appeal-against-sanctions/feed/ 0 521290 EUROMATCH NPFL: Kun Khalifat Appoint Nwabuwah As Co-ordinator For 2026/27 Season https://www.completesports.com/euromatch-npfl-kun-khalifat-appoint-nwabuwah-as-co-ordinator-for-2026-27-season/ https://www.completesports.com/euromatch-npfl-kun-khalifat-appoint-nwabuwah-as-co-ordinator-for-2026-27-season/#respond Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:39:38 +0000 https://www.completesports.com/?p=521286 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) club Kun Khalifat have announced the appointment of Emmanuel Nwabuwah as their co-ordinator for the 2026/27 season. Kun Khalifat confirmed the appointment in a statement on their X handle on Tuesday. “Kun Khalifat FC is pleased to announce Mr. Emmanuel Ifeanyi Nwabuwah as the Co-ordinator of the club for the [...]

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]]> https://www.completesports.com/euromatch-npfl-kun-khalifat-appoint-nwabuwah-as-co-ordinator-for-2026-27-season/feed/ 0 521286 Marseille Consider January Exit For Nnadi https://www.completesports.com/marseille-consider-january-exit-for-nnadi/ https://www.completesports.com/marseille-consider-january-exit-for-nnadi/#respond Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:33:22 +0000 https://www.completesports.com/?p=521282 Ligue 1 club Olympique Marseille are open to parting ways with Nigerian midfielder Tochukwu Nnadi when the transfer window reopens in January. Nnadi joined Marseille from Belgian Pro League side Zulte Waregem in January 2025. The defensive midfielder made eight appearances for the French club during the second half of last season. Read Also:Ligue 1: [...]

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]]> https://www.completesports.com/marseille-consider-january-exit-for-nnadi/feed/ 0 521282 Highest Paid Footballers In The World 2026 Ronaldo, Messi, Mbappé & Haaland Salaries https://www.completesports.com/highest-paid-footballers-in-the-world-2026-ronaldo-messi-mbappe-haaland-salaries/ https://www.completesports.com/highest-paid-footballers-in-the-world-2026-ronaldo-messi-mbappe-haaland-salaries/#respond Tue, 27 Oct 2026 09:29:06 +0000 https://www.completesports.com/?p=521274 Who is the highest-paid footballer in the world in 2026? Cristiano Ronaldo remains at the top, but the gap between him and football’s other superstars reveals just how dramatically the economics of the sport have changed. In this video, we break down the estimated earnings of the world’s highest-paid footballers, including Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, [...]

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]]> https://www.completesports.com/highest-paid-footballers-in-the-world-2026-ronaldo-messi-mbappe-haaland-salaries/feed/ 0 521274 1XCUP 2026: Collins Edwin, Young Strikers, Young Stars, Tonic Vie For Final Tickets https://www.completesports.com/1xcup-2026-collins-edwin-young-strikers-young-stars-tonic-vie-for-final-tickets/ https://www.completesports.com/1xcup-2026-collins-edwin-young-strikers-young-stars-tonic-vie-for-final-tickets/#respond Tue, 27 Oct 2026 08:30:06 +0000 https://www.completesports.com/?p=521270 The race for the https://1xcup.ng/ trophy reaches a crucial stage today as the quartet of Collins Edwin SC, Young Strikers FC, JP Young Stars FC and Tonic FC battle for two spots in the final of the biggest grassroots football competition in Lagos State. Two exciting semi-final fixtures are scheduled, with Collins Edwin taking on [...]

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]]> https://www.completesports.com/1xcup-2026-collins-edwin-young-strikers-young-stars-tonic-vie-for-final-tickets/feed/ 0 521270 Mikel Warns Chelsea Over Estevao’s Lack Of Regular Minutes Under Alonso https://www.completesports.com/mikel-warns-chelsea-over-estevaos-lack-of-regular-minutes-under-alonso/ https://www.completesports.com/mikel-warns-chelsea-over-estevaos-lack-of-regular-minutes-under-alonso/#respond Tue, 27 Oct 2026 07:54:12 +0000 https://www.completesports.com/?p=521262 Former Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel has urged manager Xabi Alonso to find a way to involve teenager Estevao more regularly, warning that the young forward is growing frustrated with his lack of prominence. Estevao has found regular starting opportunities hard to come by amid fierce competition in Chelsea’s attacking department, where he currently sits [...]

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