Nigerian striker David Okereke has been linked him with a move to Italian Serie B side Sampdoria following the end of his contract with Cremonese, Socccernet.ng reports. After being attached to Serie A clubs for several years, the 28-year-old officially became a free agent on July 1 when his four-year stay at Cremonese came to […]

Manchester United’s pursuit of a commanding midfield presence has intensified significantly, with Aurélien Tchouaméni emerging as their most ambitious target this summer. The Real Madrid midfielder has been linked with a Premier League switch for several months, attracting serious attention from clubs looking to bolster their engine rooms. A source on X has claimed that […] The post Manchester United Submit £70m Bid For Aurélien Tchouaméni As Real Madrid Prepare To Reject Offer appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Arsenal have made their position absolutely clear to any interested clubs: William Saliba is not available unless an extraordinary offer lands on their desk. The 25-year-old French centre-back has established himself as one of the most important players in Mikel Arteta’s squad over recent seasons. Sources close to the agents industry have informed CaughtOffside that […] The post Arsenal Demand €150m As Barcelona Target William Saliba In Ambitious Premier League Raid appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Saudi powerbroker Turki Alalshikh has revealed that the highly anticipated heavyweight mega-fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua could take place at Wembley Stadium in London, but only if local authorities allow a late-night start time to accommodate the crucial American TV viewership on Netflix. While the original contracts for the fighters stipulate a UK [...] The post Alalshikh: Joshua Vs Fury Timing Must Favour US Audience appeared first on Complete Sports.

Ghana head coach Kim Lars Björkegren has named a provisional Black Queens squad for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. Björkegren assembled a squad that combines foreign-based professionals with standout home-based players. Captain Portia Boakye, Grace Asantewaa, Evelyn Badu, Jennifer Cudjoe, Princella Adubea, Doris Boaduwaa, Stella Nyamekye and Alice Kusi are among the senior [...] The post WAFCON 2026: Ghana Unveil Provisional Squad appeared first on Complete Sports.

Following a 4-1 loss to Belgium in the round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup 2026, Folarin Balogun has disclosed that the USA lost to a better team. The highly anticipated Round of 16 match in Seattle was preceded by immense off-field controversy. Recall that Balogun had received a red card in the previous [...] The post World Cup 2026: US Lost To A Better Team –Balogun Reacts To Belgium’s Victory appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has described Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2026 as a major disappointment. Troost-Ekong said the setback should serve as an important lesson for the team, insisting the Super Eagles must make the necessary adjustments to return to football’s biggest stage. The Super Eagles missed out [...] The post Troost-Ekong: World Cup Miss Must Inspire Super Eagles Revival appeared first on Complete Sports.

The word “soccer” is widely assumed to be an American invention, but its true origins trace back to 19th century England. The sport as we recognise it today is generally considered to have begun in 1863, when the newly formed Football Association in England wrote down a formal set of rules. At that time, association […] The post The Surprising English Origins Of The Word “Soccer” Explained appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Kylian Mbappé on Monday labelled a Paraguayan senator “despicable” and “not worthy of her position” after she racially abused the France captain on social media following the World Cup last-16 clash between the countries at the weekend. Mbappé’s reaction came after Celeste Amarilla attacked the Real Madrid superstar in the wake of Saturday’s game in [...] The post Mbappé Condemns Paraguayan Senator Over Racist Abuse After World Cup Match appeared first on Complete Sports.

Roberto Martinez confirmed that he is leaving his job as Portugal coach after Monday’s 1-0 FIFA World Cup round-of-16 defeat to Spain, while denying that the result was “a failure.” Substitute Mikel Merino scored in the 91st minute at AT&T Stadium to see Spain progress to the quarterfinals as Cristiano Ronaldo made his last World [...] The post Martinez Resigns As Portugal Head Coach After World Cup Exit appeared first on Complete Sports.

Cristiano Ronaldo has argued that the 2016 European Championship that Portugal won holds the same weight as the World Cup. Ronaldo featured in his sixth World Cup in North America this summer, and his three goals meant he became the first player to score in six World Cups. Despite his stellar record, which includes five [...] The post Portugal’s Euro 2016 Title Win Holds Same Weight As World Cup —Ronaldo appeared first on Complete Sports.

Dejan Kulusevski has posted his most encouraging training footage yet as the Tottenham Hotspur attacker continues his long road back from a serious knee injury. The 26-year-old Swede last featured in a competitive match on May 11, 2025, when he suffered a complicated patella injury to his right knee during Spurs’ Premier League clash with […] The post Dejan Kulusevski Provides Most Promising Comeback Signs Yet After 14 Months On The Sidelines appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Belgium brought the United States’ World Cup party to a shattering halt on Monday, thrashing the tournament co-hosts 4-1 to set up a quarterfinal showdown with Spain. Charles De Ketelaere scored twice, Hans Vanaken punished a goalkeeping howler, and substitute Romelu Lukaku added a fourth to settle a last-16 clash that had been overshadowed by [...] The post World Cup 2026: Belgium Outclass USA To Set Up Quarterfinal Clash With Spain appeared first on Complete Sports.

Cole Palmer has spoken publicly about his exclusion from England’s World Cup squad, admitting he feels he had something unique to contribute to the team. The Chelsea midfielder has been one of the most exciting attacking players in English football over the past couple of seasons, making his absence a talking point among fans and […] The post Cole Palmer Breaks Silence On England World Cup Squad Omission appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Chelsea have reportedly sanctioned a transfer move that inadvertently hands Manchester United a significant advantage in the current window. The development is unrelated to Andrey Santos, whose future at Chelsea has been a separate and ongoing topic of discussion among supporters and analysts alike. Manchester United are understood to be among the clubs best positioned […] The post Chelsea Move Clears Path For Manchester United Transfer Pursuit appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Wolverhampton Wanderers have confirmed details surrounding their upcoming pre-season fixture against Port Vale as preparations for the new campaign ramp up. The club officially announced the match as part of their pre-season schedule, giving supporters an early opportunity to plan their attendance ahead of the competitive season. Pre-season fixtures give managers and coaching staff the […] The post Wolverhampton Wanderers Confirm Pre-Season Fixture And Ticket Details Ahead Of Port Vale Clash appeared first on Gooner Daily.

West Bromwich Albion have sent a winger out on loan to a German club, with the player set to experience one of European football’s most passionate supporter cultures. The move gives the player a genuine opportunity to develop in a competitive league known for its intensity, atmosphere, and technical demands. German football has long been […] The post West Bromwich Albion Loan Winger Secures Move To Passionate German Fan Base appeared first on Gooner Daily.

A former Northampton Town player is set to undergo a trial with a Scottish Premiership club, potentially opening a new chapter in his career north of the border. The player’s move to Scotland for a trial period reflects a growing trend of English Football League players seeking opportunities in the Scottish top flight. The Scottish […] The post Former Northampton Town Midfielder Heads To Scotland For Scottish Premiership Trial appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Mikel Merino scored a late goal to send Spain past Portugal in the round of 16 on Monday and into a FIFA World Cup quarterfinal for the first time since they won it all in 2010, ESPN reports. With the game looking like it was headed to extra time in Arlington, Texas, a Ferran Torres [...] The post World Cup 2026: Merino’s Late Strike Against Portugal Sends Spain Into Quarterfinals appeared first on Complete Sports.

Cape Verde defender Sidny Lopes Cabral has been voted the winner of the Goal of the Round of 32 award at the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026, Completesports.com reports. Cabral earned the honour for his stunning strike in Cape Verde’s thrilling 3-2 extra-time defeat to defending champions Argentina. The 23-year-old full-back produced a moment of [...] The post World Cup 2026: Cape Verde’s Cabral Beats Messi To Round Of 32 Best Goal Award appeared first on Complete Sports.

Tottenham’s new signing Sandro Tonali was reportedly more interested in joining Arsenal this summer, according to sources at Newcastle United. The Italian midfielder’s move from Newcastle to Spurs was officially confirmed earlier, with the club and supporters welcoming the arrival of a proven Premier League performer. However, Tonali’s message to Tottenham fans claiming they were […] The post Sandro Tonali Preferred Arsenal Move Before Tottenham Transfer, Newcastle Sources Claim appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Former Nigeria coach Johannes Bonfrere has predicted that the individual brilliance of Kylian Mbappe, Ousmane Dembele and other top stars will propel France to the final of the FIFA World Cup 2026, Completesports.com reports. Speaking on Sunday from his country home in the Netherlands, the Dutch tactician insisted that Les Bleus’ greatest strength in the [...] The post EXCLUSIVE — World Cup 2026: Bonfrere Backs France For Final, Says Teamwork Drove Super Eagles’ Golden Generation appeared first on Complete Sports.

England have received a timely fitness boost with Reece James expected to be available for their World Cup quarter-final against Norway. The Chelsea right-back has been sidelined with a hamstring problem throughout much of the tournament, missing matches against Panama, DR Congo, and Mexico. James did make it back to the bench for the Mexico […] The post Reece James Set To Return For Norway Quarter-Final As Jordan Henderson Faces World Cup Exit appeared first on Gooner Daily.

The 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) kicks off later this month, and Nigeria’s Super Falcons are set to compete for an 11th continental crown, Soccernet.ng reports. ​The team’s last outing in Morocco saw them overcome significant adversity to defeat the hosts. This year’s tournament promises to be even more significant—and historic. It marks […]

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has confirmed that he received a call from U.S. President Donald Trump regarding the suspension of American striker Folarin Balogun but asserted that the call did not influence the verdict. He stated that he reminded Trump that FIFA’s disciplinary bodies act independently and autonomously according to established regulations. Read Also:World Cup [...] The post World Cup 2026: Trump Did Not Influenced FIFA’s Decision To Reverse Balogun’s Red Card –Infantino appeared first on Complete Sports.

Belgium have informed US Soccer of their intention to file a formal complaint if Folarin Balogun plays against them in the Round of 16. The Royal Belgian Football Association had appealed FIFA’s decision to suspend Balogun’s ban, but that appeal has been rejected ahead of the Seattle showdown. Balogun was originally due to miss the […] The post Belgium Threaten Complaint Against USMNT If Folarin Balogun Takes The Field In World Cup Last 16 appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Omorinsola Babajide has reaffirmed the Super Falcons’ determination to reclaim the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title ahead of the 2026 tournament, reports Completesports.com. Justine Madugu’s will be chasing a record-extending 11th WAFCON crown when the competition kicks off in Morocco later this month. The WAFCON 2026 finals will also serve as the African qualifying [...] The post WAFCON 2026: Babajide Confident Super Falcons Can Defend Title, Book World Cup Place appeared first on Complete Sports.

Arsenal are monitoring this fortnight’s UEFA Champions League qualifying rounds with a very specific transfer interest driving their attention. The Premier League champions have not needed to participate in the qualifying stages of Europe’s elite competition for over a decade, last doing so in 2014. That occasion saw Alexis Sanchez score the goal that sent […] The post Arsenal Eye Andria Bartishvili As Champions League Qualifying Run Shapes Transfer Decision appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Hull City owner Acun Ilıcalı has openly praised Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen, describing the Galatasaray star as the best foreign player currently playing in the Turkish Süper Lig, Soccernet.ng reports. However, despite his admiration, the Turkish businessman admitted that bringing Osimhen or other top players from Turkey to the Premier League has become increasingly […]

President Donald Trump has confirmed he asked FIFA to review United States striker Folarin Balogun’s one-match suspension at the World Cup. Balogun, 25, was set to miss his side’s last-16 tie against Belgium after being shown a straight red card for a foul on Bosnia-Herzegovina defender Tarik Muharemovic in the previous round. But Fifa made [...] The post World Cup 2026: Trump Confirms Asking FIFA To Review Balogun Ban appeared first on Complete Sports.

New AC Milan manager Ruben Amorim has disclosed that reviving the club is bigger than his tenure at Manchester United. Upon arriving in Milan to finalize his new role, the Portuguese coach admitted he originally intended to take on a smaller challenge after his Old Trafford departure but ultimately found the Rossoneri’s task to be [...] The post AC Milan Job Bigger Than Man United –Amorim appeared first on Complete Sports.

England have been dealt a major setback at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with midfielder Jordan Henderson ruled out of the remainder of the tournament after suffering a serious injury that will require surgery. The 36-year-old sustained the injury in bizarre fashion following England’s dramatic 3–2 victory over Mexico in the knockout stage. Henderson, who [...] The post England Star Out Of World Cup After Suffering Serious Injury appeared first on Complete Sports.