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CAF Opens Bidding Process For AFCON 2028, 2032, 2036
The Confederation of African Football ,CAF, has officially launched the bidding process for the 2028, 2032 and 2036 editions of the Africa Cup of Nations , AFCON, inviting all its 54 Member Associations to compete for the right to host the continent’s biggest football tournament. CAF announced the decision in a statement published on its [...] The post CAF Opens Bidding Process For AFCON 2028, 2032, 2036 appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Arsenal Enter North London Transfer Race For Bournemouth Forward Eli Junior Kroupi
Arsenal are preparing to challenge Tottenham Hotspur for the signing of Bournemouth forward Eli Junior Kroupi in what promises to be a compelling north London transfer battle. According to Football London, Spurs have made Kroupi one of their priority attacking targets this summer as Roberto De Zerbi’s side push to rebuild aggressively after a difficult […] The post Arsenal Enter North London Transfer Race For Bournemouth Forward Eli Junior Kroupi appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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World Cup 2026: ‘Cape Verde Kicked The Crap Out Of Me’ –Messi
Following Argentina’s thrilling 3-2 extra-time victory over Cape Verde in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32, Lionel Messi joked that his opponents demanded his jersey despite the rough physical treatment he endured during the match. Recall that the reigning champions were pushed to the limit by debutants Cape Verde, needing an own goal [...] The post World Cup 2026: ‘Cape Verde Kicked The Crap Out Of Me’ –Messi appeared first on Complete Sports.
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World Cup 2026: France Must Not Depend On Aggression To Beat Paraguay –Deschamps
France coach Didier Deschamps has warned his team to be wary of a tenacious Paraguay squad in today’s FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match in Philadelphia. Deschamps warned his team against complacency, noting that Paraguay’s advancement to the knockout stages and their upset over Germany are no accident. Read Also:World Cup 2026: ‘Best [...] The post World Cup 2026: France Must Not Depend On Aggression To Beat Paraguay –Deschamps appeared first on Complete Sports.
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World Cup 2026: ‘We Made 120 Million Egyptians Happy’ — Hassan
Egypt striker Haissem Hassan says the team is thrilled to have brought joy to millions of fans back home following their victory over Australia. Hossam Hassan’s side advanced to the Round of 16 at the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026 after edging Australia 4-2 on penalties following a 1-1 draw. Playing their first-ever match in [...] The post World Cup 2026: ‘We Made 120 Million Egyptians Happy’ — Hassan appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Chelsea Writers Divided Over Enzo Fernandez Future After Real Madrid Release Shock Statement
Chelsea’s writers are at odds over how the club should handle Enzo Fernandez following a dramatic week of official statements from multiple parties. Real Madrid released a ‘Comunicado Oficial’ on Friday morning, categorically denying any negotiations with Chelsea or Fernandez over a potential move for the midfielder. Fernandez’s desire to move to the Santiago Bernabeu […] The post Chelsea Writers Divided Over Enzo Fernandez Future After Real Madrid Release Shock Statement appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Akpe Victory: Swiss giants beat Rangers, Strasbourg, Benfica to talented 19-yr-old Nigerian defender
Swiss giants FC Basel are poised to complete the signing of talented Nigerian defender Akpe Victory this summer, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Victory has attracted significant interest from clubs across Europe, despite arriving on the continent just two years ago. ​He began his European journey with Banga in Lithuania before moving to Zalaegerszeg at the turn of […]
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Nigeria vs Kosovo: Eric Chelle’s Super Eagles could meet Dardanians in historic friendly tie
Nigeria's Super Eagles could soon play their first-ever senior international match against Kosovo after both countries opened talks over a friendly fixture, Soccenet.ng reports. The proposal was announced by Kosovo's Deputy Prime Minister, Glauk Konjufca, during a courtesy visit to the Director General of Nigeria's National Sports Commission (NSC), Bukola Olopade, at the commission's headquarters […]
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World Cup 2026: Ghana’s Performance Was Below Average —Gyan
Former Black Stars captain Asamoah Gyan has delivered a candid assessment of Ghana’s performance following the team’s 1-0 defeat to Colombia, describing the display as below the expected standard and insisting the South Americans fully deserved their victory. Ghana’s hopes of advancing at the FIFA World Cup came to an end after Colombia capitalised on [...] The post World Cup 2026: Ghana’s Performance Was Below Average —Gyan appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Fulham Enter Race To Sign Crysencio Summerville As Manchester United Face Stiff Premier League Competition
Manchester United’s pursuit of West Ham winger Crysencio Summerville has grown significantly more competitive this summer transfer window. Fulham have now entered the race for the 24-year-old Netherlands international, according to a report from The Guardian. Chelsea and Manchester United had already been monitoring Summerville’s situation, but Fulham’s arrival makes this a three-way Premier League […] The post Fulham Enter Race To Sign Crysencio Summerville As Manchester United Face Stiff Premier League Competition appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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World Cup 2026 fallout: Algeria target Super Eagles boss Chelle after Nigeria tie coach down
The Federation of Algerian Football (FAF) is reportedly interested in bringing current Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle back to lead the Desert Foxes after Algeria's disappointing campaign at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Soccernet.ng understands. However, that ambition now faces a major obstacle after the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and the National Sports Commission (NSC) […]
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‘We Dignify Our Country’ — Bubista Hails Cape Verde’s Historic World Cup Run
Cape Verde head coach Bubista has said they can be proud of their historic run at the FIFA World Cup 2026, Completesports.com reports. The Blue Stars bowed out of the competition following a 3-2 defeat to defending champions Argentina in Miami. Blue Stars Put Up Brave Fight Argentina took the lead twice in the keenly [...] The post ‘We Dignify Our Country’ — Bubista Hails Cape Verde’s Historic World Cup Run appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Liverpool Willing To Listen To Offers For Virgil Van Dijk As AC Milan Circle Dutch Captain
Liverpool are reportedly open to selling club captain Virgil van Dijk this summer, marking a dramatic shift in the defender’s standing at Anfield. According to TEAMtalk, Liverpool are willing to listen to offers for the Dutch centre-back during the current transfer window, a development few would have predicted just twelve months ago. The report claims […] The post Liverpool Willing To Listen To Offers For Virgil Van Dijk As AC Milan Circle Dutch Captain appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Liverpool Face Jules Kounde Transfer Decision As Barcelona Offer £43m Defender To Premier League Giants
Jules Kounde has been linked with a summer departure from Barcelona, with intermediaries actively offering the French defender to clubs across the Premier League. According to reports, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Arsenal have all been made aware of the player’s availability ahead of the summer transfer window. Manchester United were also contacted by those representing the […] The post Liverpool Face Jules Kounde Transfer Decision As Barcelona Offer £43m Defender To Premier League Giants appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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‎Argentina Survive Cabo Verde Scare: 3-2 Extra-Time Thriller in 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32
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World Cup 2026: ‘Best Team Won The Game’ –Queiroz Reacts To Ghana’s Loss Vs Colombia
Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has expressed immense pride in his team following their exit from the FIFA World Cup 2026. Recall that Colombia ⁠beat ⁠Ghana 1-0 to reach the World Cup round of ⁠16, as Jhon Arias scored the only goal ⁠and set up a clash with Switzerland. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Ghana Bow [...] The post World Cup 2026: ‘Best Team Won The Game’ –Queiroz Reacts To Ghana’s Loss Vs Colombia appeared first on Complete Sports.
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‎Egypt Make History: Pharaohs Storm into 2026 World Cup Round of 16 as Cabo Verde and Ghana Exit
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World Cup 2026: Ghana Bow Out After Slim Defeat To Colombia
The Black Stars of Ghana bowed out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after suffering a narrow 1-0 defeat to Colombia at Kansas City Stadium. Jhon Arias scored the decisive goal early in the contest as Colombia produced a composed and dominant display to book their place in the Round of 16. Ghana threatened inside [...] The post World Cup 2026: Ghana Bow Out After Slim Defeat To Colombia appeared first on Complete Sports.
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World Cup 2026: Messi Scores As Argentina Edge Cape Verde In Five-Goal Thriller
It was a thrilling and unforgettable FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 32 match as underdog Cape Verde narrowly lost, 3-2, to the reigning champion, Argentina, on Friday. Even in defeat, the performance by Cape Verde, a tiny island nation off the western coast of Africa, will stand as one of the most remarkable stories [...] The post World Cup 2026: Messi Scores As Argentina Edge Cape Verde In Five-Goal Thriller appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Ange Postecoglou Confirmed As Al-Nassr Head Coach In Deal That Unites Him With Cristiano Ronaldo
Al-Nassr have officially announced Ange Postecoglou as their new head coach, ending the Australian’s lengthy spell away from management. The Saudi Pro League club confirmed the appointment via social media, revealing that Postecoglou has signed a two-year deal with the Middle Eastern outfit. “A new chapter. Mr Ange Postecoglou appointed as head coach of the […] The post Ange Postecoglou Confirmed As Al-Nassr Head Coach In Deal That Unites Him With Cristiano Ronaldo appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Celtic Transfer Windfall Pushes Rangers Fans To Breaking Point As Ibrox Exits Bite Hard
The growing financial gulf between Celtic and Rangers is once again a burning topic among Scottish football supporters and pundits alike. Celtic appear set to benefit from a significant transfer windfall, a development that has intensified frustration among the Rangers support at a difficult moment for the club. Rangers have already been dealing with the […] The post Celtic Transfer Windfall Pushes Rangers Fans To Breaking Point As Ibrox Exits Bite Hard appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Colombia Vs Ghana Live Blogging – FIFA World Cup 2026 (Round of 32)
Completesports.com’s Live Blogging of FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 clash between Los Cafeteros (The Coffee Growers) of Colombia and the Black Stars of Ghana at the Kansas City Stadium, Missouri, USA. The post Colombia Vs Ghana Live Blogging – FIFA World Cup 2026 (Round of 32) appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Mainz Sporting Director Opens Door To Kaishu Sano Sale As Liverpool Transfer Interest Grows
Mainz are prepared to sell Kaishu Sano if the right offer arrives, handing Liverpool an encouraging boost in their reported pursuit of the midfielder. The 25-year-old Japanese international has attracted significant attention following a strong showing for Japan at the World Cup and consistent performances in the Bundesliga. Liverpool have been identified as a potential […] The post Mainz Sporting Director Opens Door To Kaishu Sano Sale As Liverpool Transfer Interest Grows appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Tottenham Offered Rafael Leao In Surprise €60m Transfer Approach From Jorge Mendes
Rafael Leao has emerged as a surprise transfer target for Tottenham Hotspur, with reports from Italy suggesting the AC Milan winger has been offered to the North London club. The player’s agent, Jorge Mendes, is actively shopping the 27-year-old Portuguese international around England as he looks to engineer a summer move away from Milan. Tottenham […] The post Tottenham Offered Rafael Leao In Surprise €60m Transfer Approach From Jorge Mendes appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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World Cup 2026: Egypt Overcome Australia On Penalty Shootout To Reach Round Of 16
Mohamed Salah coolly tucked away a panenka penalty as Egypt beat Australia to clinch their first win in a World Cup knockout match, in their round of 32 match on Friday. The game was decided via penalty shootout with Hossam Abdelmaguid scoring the deciding kick as Egypt made history by beating Australia 4-2 in a [...] The post World Cup 2026: Egypt Overcome Australia On Penalty Shootout To Reach Round Of 16 appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Arsenal Track Breno Bidon As Corinthians Financial Struggles Make €100m Midfielder Available
Arsenal are keeping a close eye on Corinthians midfielder Breno Bidon, who has emerged as a realistic transfer target this summer despite carrying a €100 million release clause. The 21-year-old Brazilian has attracted significant attention from European clubs, with Italian side Atalanta among those keen on securing his signature ahead of the new season. Atalanta […] The post Arsenal Track Breno Bidon As Corinthians Financial Struggles Make €100m Midfielder Available appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Trevoh Chalobah Agents Fly To Italy For Talks With Inter Milan And Como Over Chelsea Exit
Trevoh Chalobah’s representatives have reportedly touched down in Italy to hold discussions with two Serie A clubs over a potential summer transfer away from Chelsea. The Chelsea defender, who made 34 Premier League appearances last season, is said to be eager to make a permanent switch to Italian football this summer. Fabrizio Romano has reported […] The post Trevoh Chalobah Agents Fly To Italy For Talks With Inter Milan And Como Over Chelsea Exit appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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World Cup 2026: Neymar Unhappy With Bench Role –Brazil Coach
Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has disclosed that Neymar is unhappy with his limited bench role at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Neymar has made just one substitute appearance so far, playing the final 14 minutes in a 3-0 group-stage win over Scotland. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Cape Verde Won’t Be Easy Game For Argentina [...] The post World Cup 2026: Neymar Unhappy With Bench Role –Brazil Coach appeared first on Complete Sports.
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U-17 WWCQ:Flamingos Aim To See Off Benin, Book Finals Spot
Nigeria’s U-17 girls, the Flamingos, will take another significant step towards the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup when they host neighbours Benin Republic in the first leg of the final qualifying round at the Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne, on Saturday. A place at the global showpiece is now within touching distance, with only two [...] The post U-17 WWCQ:Flamingos Aim To See Off Benin, Book Finals Spot appeared first on Complete Sports.
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AC Milan face key decision as two former Serie A champions target Samuel Chukwueze
Super Eagles attacker Samuel Chukwueze has become a summer transfer target for two former Serie A champions, Soccernet.ng reports. ​The Super Eagles winger has just concluded his loan spell at Fulham in West London. However, the Craven Cottage side failed to trigger the buy option attached to his loan agreement. ​Although Chukwueze was quite decent […]
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Xabi Alonso’s in-tray at Chelsea: Win squad over, revive Cole Palmer and improve discipline – The New York Times
Xabi Alonso Faces Triple Challenge At Chelsea: Win Dressing Room, Restore Cole Palmer, And Tighten Discipline Xabi Alonso’s arrival at Chelsea represents one of the most anticipated managerial appointments in the Premier League for several years. The Spaniard, who built his reputation at Bayer Leverkusen by delivering an unbeaten Bundesliga title, now faces a far […] The post Xabi Alonso’s in-tray at Chelsea: Win squad over, revive Cole Palmer and improve discipline – The New York Times appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Palhinha Confirms Departure From Tottenham
João Palhinha has confirmed his Tottenham exit after the club decided not to trigger the £22 million (€30m) permanent purchase option following his loan spell from Bayern Munich. The Portuguese midfielder posted an emotional farewell message expressing heartfelt gratitude to the fans and staff. Read Also:World Cup 2026: England Will Struggle To Cope With Altitude [...] The post Palhinha Confirms Departure From Tottenham appeared first on Complete Sports.
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He’s An Extraordinary Player –Simeone Hails Alvarez
Atlético Madrid manager Diego Simeone has described Julian Alvarez as an extraordinary player amid an ongoing transfer saga, with the striker strongly linked to Barcelona. Simeone stated that the 26-year-old should focus on upcoming matches, confirming he remains their best player and a focal point if he stays.  Read Also:World Cup 2026: Cape Verde Won’t [...] The post He’s An Extraordinary Player –Simeone Hails Alvarez appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Man United Send Onana Back On Loan To Trabzonspor
Andre Onana is heading back to Trabzonspor on loan from Manchester United for a second consecutive season, beIN Sport reports. Onana first joined the Turkish side in September last year for a season-long loan and has now returned for the 2026-27 campaign. There is reportedly no option to buy within the agreement, with Onana, who [...] The post Man United Send Onana Back On Loan To Trabzonspor appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Luis De La Fuente Demands Further Improvement From Spain Despite Dominant Austria Victory
Spain continued their impressive World Cup campaign with a convincing 3-0 victory over Austria in the Round of 32, silencing doubters who questioned their title credentials. La Roja made relatively light work of Ralf Rangnick’s side, with manager Luis de la Fuente keen to push his squad toward further improvement despite the comfortable result. Goalkeeper […] The post Luis De La Fuente Demands Further Improvement From Spain Despite Dominant Austria Victory appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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D’Tigers Clinch Nervy Win Against Guinea To Reach World Cup Qualification Second Round
Nigeria’s D’Tigers ended Guinea’s winning streak, after securing a hard-fought 80-79 triumph to record their victory in Group C, first round at the FIBA World Cup qualifiers on Friday in Luanda. The victory means D’Tigers qualify for the second round of the World Cup qualifiers alongside Guinea. The Nigerian men’s team went into the contest [...] The post D’Tigers Clinch Nervy Win Against Guinea To Reach World Cup Qualification Second Round appeared first on Complete Sports.
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