Jamie Vardy is ready for a new chapter in his remarkable footballing journey, insisting that “age is just a number” as he begins life in Italy with Serie A newcomers Cremonese. The 38-year-old striker ended a glittering 13-year spell at Leicester City this summer, departing the King Power Stadium as one of the club’s all-time greats. Over 500 appearances, he netted 200 goals, including 24 in the unforgettable 2015-16 season…

The 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers have not been short of drama, and the latest controversy surrounds Nigeria’s talismanic striker Victor Osimhen. Former Ghanaian captain Asamoah Gyan has sensationally claimed that Osimhen faked the injury which forced him off during Nigeria’s 1-0 victory over Rwanda in Uyo last week. Osimhen, who joined Turkish giants Galatasaray this summer in a record deal, appeared to sustain a knock midway through the first…

Cape Verde are on the cusp of history after defeating Cameroon 1-0 in Praia on Tuesday, moving within touching distance of qualifying for the FIFA World Cup for the first time. Dalion Livramento’s brilliant solo strike sealed a famous victory against the five-time African champions and left the Atlantic island nation, with a population of under 600,000, needing just one more win from their remaining two fixtures to secure a…

The Super Eagles’ hopes of reaching the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Mexico, and Canada suffered another devastating blow on Tuesday night after being held to a 1-1 draw by South Africa in Bloemfontein. It was a match billed as a must-win for Nigeria, but instead the team left the Toyota Stadium with only one point, further complicating their qualification path. The Match South Africa struck first…

The Super Eagles were held to a frustrating 1-1 draw by South Africa in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Tuesday night at the Toyota Stadium in Bloemfontein. Nigeria, who came into the tie seeking maximum points to boost their qualification hopes, had to settle for a share of the spoils after a tense and hard-fought battle with the Bafana Bafana. Completesports.com’s Adeboye Amosu assesses the performances of the…

The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa, CAPPA, has called on President Bola Tinubu to raise the Sugary Drinks Tax, saying the current rate of N10 per litre is too small. The group warned that the current rate is too small to save lives, just as they commended the federal government for its plan to channel revenues from alcohol, tobacco, and soft drinks into health financing. The warning followed a…

By Boluwatife Kehinde Galatasaray have confirmed that Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has sustained moderate ankle ligament damage while on international duty with the Super Eagles. The 26-year-old forward was forced off in the first half of Nigeria’s 1-0 World Cup qualifying win over Rwanda in Uyo on Saturday after a heavy challenge. He was replaced by Cyriel Dessers and has since been ruled out of the Super Eagles’ next crucial…

By Boluwatife Kehinde Nottingham Forest have named Ange Postecoglou as their new head coach following the dismissal of Nuno Espírito Santo. The Australian manager has signed a contract running until June 2027, with all legal formalities now complete. He has already reported to Forest’s training ground to begin work. Espírito Santo, who earned a contract extension earlier this summer after guiding Forest to Europa League qualification, admitted in August that…

By Boluwatife Kehinde Fulham winger Samuel Chukwueze has expressed confidence and focus as the Super Eagles prepare for a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against South Africa in Bloemfontein on Tuesday. Nigeria, currently third in Group C, are chasing qualification and knows that a victory over Bafana Bafana would significantly boost its chances of reaching the global tournament. South Africa top the group with 16 points from seven matches,…

By Boluwatife Kehinde Manchester City and the Premier League have reached a settlement over their dispute concerning the league’s Associated Party Transaction (APT) rules, ending arbitration proceedings that had been scheduled for later this year. The matter is separate from the ongoing case involving more than 100 charges against the City for alleged breaches of the Premier League’s financial regulations, which the club firmly denies. According to Sky Sports, City…

Former Celtic defender Charlie Mulgrew has backed new signing Kelechi Iheanacho to rediscover his best form and play a key role for the Scottish champions. The Nigerian forward completed a free transfer to Celtic Park last week after his contract with Sevilla was terminated following a disappointing single season in Spain. Despite concerns about his recent struggles, Mulgrew believes Iheanacho still has plenty to offer and could thrive under Brendan…

Onana arrived with the reputation of being among the world’s finest modern goalkeepers, admired for his confidence on the ball and ability to dictate play from the back.