Alex Iwobi has picked England as his favourite to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup after the Three Lions made a powerful start to the tournament under new manager Thomas Tuchel, Soccernet.ng reports. England currently lead Group L after defeating Croatia 4-2 in one of the most entertaining matches of the opening round in North […]

Ebenezer Akinsamiro will return to Inter Milan after his failure to secure a permanent transfer to Serie A B club Pisa, reports Completesports.com. Akinsamiro spent the 2025/26 campaign on loan at Pisa, where he made 24 appearances and registered one assist. Reason Behind Transfer Collapse The Tuscan club were prepared to trigger the €7.5 million [...] The post Akinsamiro’s Pisa Move Collapses As Bundesliga Clubs Circle appeared first on Complete Sports.

Manchester United’s summer transfer plans under Michael Carrick are beginning to crystallise, with a new centre-forward now firmly on the agenda. Brazilian striker Igor Thiago has emerged as a serious target, with RTI Esporte reporting that United are monitoring the Brentford forward alongside Premier League rivals Arsenal. Thiago enjoyed a remarkable season in the top […] The post Michael Carrick’s Manchester United Join Arsenal In Race To Sign Igor Thiago appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Super Eagles striker Akor Adams continues to attract attention from several clubs, following his impressive year for club and country, Soccernet.ng reports. ​The 26-year-old marksman struggled in his first six months in Spain after arriving from Montpellier in France. However, he found his form last season, especially from January. He formed a ruthless partnership with […]

Cape Verde head coach Pedro “Bubista” Brito praised his team’s resilience, character, and unwavering identity after the Blue Sharks battled to a thrilling 2-2 draw against two-time world champions Uruguay. The Blue Sharks, who are making their debut on football’s biggest stage have emerged as one of the tournament’s surprise packages, earning widespread admiration with [...] The post World Cup 2026: Bubista Hails Cape Verde’s Fighting Spirit In Uruguay Draw appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has weighed in on South Africa's performance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, admitting that they have a very low chance of reaching the knockout phase, Soccernet.ng reports. The Al-Ahli defender captained Nigeria through the World Cup qualifiers before announcing his retirement from International football after the Super Eagles […]

Cristiano Ronaldo's place in Portugal's starting lineup at the 2026 FIFA World Cup may be under threat after the veteran forward endured a difficult opening match, Soccernet.ng reports. The 41-year-old made history on June 17 by becoming the first outfield player to start in six different FIFA World Cups. However, the landmark appearance ended in […]

Arsenal’s bid to sign Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi has become significantly more complicated following Real Madrid’s emergence as serious suitors for the player. According to journalist José Félix Díaz, Madrid are closely monitoring Bouaddi as one of the potential breakout stars of the World Cup tournament. Bouaddi’s performances on the international stage have drawn widespread […] The post Real Madrid Enter Race For Ayyoub Bouaddi As Arsenal’s Pursuit Faces Major Complication appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Nigeria has given football, and the FIFA series, some of the most thrilling players ever to grace a digital pitch. Long before terms like “meta” and “sweaty” dominated the FIFA discourse, Nigerian players were quietly becoming the most coveted cards in Ultimate Team packs. Whether you were tearing through opponents with a pace monster striker [...] The post Nigeria’s Greatest FIFA Cards: From Emenike To Osimhen appeared first on Complete Sports.

The race for the 2026 FIFA World Cup title is beginning to take shape, but former Super Eagles midfielder Ogenyi Onazi believes it is still far too early to identify the team most likely to lift the trophy, Soccernet.ng reports. Several traditional powerhouses have enjoyed strong starts to the expanded 48-team tournament, while others have […]

Uruguay’s World Cup campaign is hanging by a thread after the two-time winners managed only draws in their opening two group stage matches. Results against Saudi Arabia and Cape Verde have left Uruguay in serious danger of failing to reach the knockout stage of the tournament. The matches were played at Miami Stadium, close to […] The post Luis Suárez Watches From The Stands As Uruguay Risks World Cup Elimination After Two Draws appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has admitted that South Africa deserved to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Bafana Bafana topped their qualifying group, which also featured Nigeria, to secure a place at the global showpiece for the first time since hosting the tournament in 2010. The Super Eagles, on the other hand, [...] The post Troost-Ekong: South Africa Worthy Of World Cup 2026 Spot appeared first on Complete Sports.

Football fans at the FIFA World Cup 2026 have described Nigeria’s Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye as the sexiest footballer in the world, Daily Mail reports. The 26-year-old and his countrymen are watching the tournament at home after falling short in their bid to qualify for the first time since the 2018 Cup in Russia, [...] The post World Cup Fans Label Okoye Sexiest Footballer On The Planet appeared first on Complete Sports.

Liverpool star Alexis Mac Allister has disclosed that the Argentina squad is fully dedicated to performing the necessary tasks to ensure Lionel Messi’s comfort and success on the pitch at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Mac Allister, alongside midfielders like Rodrigo De Paul and Enzo Fernández, plays a disciplined, high-energy role in the center of [...] The post World Cup 2026: We’re Ready To Do The Dirty Work For Messi To Excel –Mac Allister appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Blue Sharks of Cape Verde have equaled the feat achieved by Cameroon’s Indomitable Lions and Teranga Lions of Senegal at the World Cup following their draw with Uruguay in Group H. Featuring in their second group game of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Cape Verde held two-time world champions Uruguay to a 2-2 draw. [...] The post Cape Verde Equals Cameroon, Senegal World Cup Feat After 2-2 Draw With Uruguay appeared first on Complete Sports.

Arsenal have spent close to £930 million on new players since Mikel Arteta replaced Unai Emery in December 2019, and the club shows no sign of slowing down. The Gunners boss wants not only to defend the Premier League title but also to go one step further and win the Champions League for the first […] The post Arsenal Target Morgan Rogers, Bradley Barcola And Nico Williams As Mikel Arteta Eyes Major Summer Spending appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is facing a significant challenge this summer as multiple key players battle serious fitness concerns during the World Cup in North America. Eyebrows were raised when 11 Arsenal stars pulled out of international duty back in March, with some sceptics dismissing it as an elaborate hoax at the time. Recent comments […] The post Mikel Arteta Faces Arsenal Transfer Urgency As Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice And William Saliba Struggle At World Cup appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has reacted to Fulham's decision to part ways with Marco Silva after the Portuguese spent five years at Craven Cottage, Soccernet.ng reports. The 30-year-old became a key figure for Fulham under Marco Silva, breaking the Premier League record for the Nigerian with most appearances, while also reaching a career-high milestone […]

Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw has disclosed that his team can’t afford any defensive errors in their crucial FIFA World Cup 2026 Group I match against Norway at MetLife Stadium. Following a 3-1 opening defeat to France, Thiaw has labeled the Norway clash a final and stated the Lions of Teranga must be flawless. Despite [...] The post World Cup 2026: Senegal Must Avoid Making Errors Against Norway –Thiaw appeared first on Complete Sports.

Egypt captain Mohamed Salah hopes the Pharaohs can make history by winning more games at the FIFA World Cup 2026. The Pharaohs defeated New Zealand 3-1 at BC Place Vancouver to claim their first FIFA World Cup victory since making their debut 92 years and 25 days ago. Finn Surman gave the All Whites a [...] The post Salah Eyes More Wins After Egypt End World Cup Drought Against New Zealand appeared first on Complete Sports.

Noni Madueke and Ivan Toney are expecting a ‘physical’ challenge when England take on Ghana in their second group stage game at the FIFA World Cup 2026. The Three Lions began their bid to add a second star to the shirt with a 4-2 win over Croatia in Dallas courtesy of a Harry Kane brace [...] The post World Cup 2026: Madueke, Toney Expect Physical Game Against Ghana appeared first on Complete Sports.

Brighton and Hove Albion’s schedule for the 2025-26 Premier League season has been officially confirmed, giving supporters the key dates to plan around. The Seagulls will be eager to build on recent seasons in which they have established themselves as a consistent top-flight presence under ambitious ownership. Brighton have developed a reputation for playing attractive, […] The post Brighton And Hove Albion’s Full Fixture List For The 2025-26 Season Confirmed appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Tottenham Hotspur have made direct contact with Liverpool over a potential move for Dutch winger Cody Gakpo this summer transfer window. Manager Roberto De Zerbi has personally identified the 27-year-old as a priority signing as he continues to reshape the squad at Spurs. De Zerbi is working to establish a completely fresh identity at the […] The post Tottenham Prepare Bid For Cody Gakpo As Roberto De Zerbi Eyes Liverpool Star appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Leeds United have made a surprise move to sign Southampton midfielder Shea Charles, submitting a formal offer of £20 million for the 22-year-old. The bid has been reported by Sky Sports, confirming that Leeds have formalised their interest in the Northern Ireland international this summer. However, the opening proposal has fallen short of Southampton’s asking […] The post Leeds United Table £20m Bid For Shea Charles As Manchester United Also Circle Southampton Midfielder appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Liverpool are drawing up contingency plans in case their pursuit of RB Leipzig forward Yan Diomande collapses, according to journalist Ben Jacobs. Jacobs reports that Liverpool submitted an €80m plus €20m bid for Diomande, which was swiftly rejected by the German club. Despite the setback, Diomande remains a priority target for the Reds as they […] The post Liverpool Identify Yankuba Minteh, Said El Mala And Bradley Barcola As Backup Options If Yan Diomande Move Fails appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Declan Rice has opened up about managing a persistent hamstring problem since Christmas, revealing the injury has been kept largely behind the scenes throughout the season. The Arsenal midfielder was substituted after 72 minutes during England’s opening World Cup group game against Croatia, sparking immediate questions about his fitness for the remainder of the tournament. […] The post Declan Rice Vows To Put His Body On The Line At World Cup Despite Six-Month Hamstring Battle appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Chelsea are not planning to pursue deals for Arsenal forward Ethan Nwaneri or Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Lucas Bergvall this summer transfer window. The two young players had been tentatively linked with moves to Stamford Bridge amid a busy period of speculation surrounding Chelsea’s transfer activity. Xabi Alonso is set to officially take charge of Chelsea […] The post Xabi Alonso Has No Interest In Signing Ethan Nwaneri And Lucas Bergvall For Chelsea This Summer appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Sunderland are reportedly facing serious competition from rival clubs as they look to strengthen their squad with a Celtic midfielder this transfer window. The Championship side have been linked with the player as manager Régis Le Bris looks to add quality and depth to his midfield options at the Stadium of Light. Le Bris has […] The post Sunderland Face Strong Competition In Race To Sign Celtic Midfielder appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Manchester United legend Teddy Sheringham believes Alexander Isak will be the key to driving Liverpool’s Premier League title challenge. Recall that the Swedish international completed a British-record £125m to move to Anfield from Newcastle United. Read Also:I’m Devastated To See Cucurella Go —Chelsea Captain James Sheringham stated that Isak possesses the qualities required to push [...] The post Ex-Man United Star Backs Isak To Drive Liverpool’s Title Challenge appeared first on Complete Sports.

Liverpool have turned down a fresh verbal approach from Inter Milan for midfielder Curtis Jones, with the club standing firm over his valuation. The Italian giants submitted a new proposal within the last 24 hours, offering a package valued at approximately €25 million, equivalent to around £21 million. That bid was immediately rejected by Liverpool, […] The post Liverpool Reject Inter Milan Bid For Curtis Jones As Reds Harden Stance Over Valuation appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Lucas Bergvall has informed Tottenham Hotspur that he wishes to leave the club when the summer transfer window opens. The 20-year-old Swedish international is considered one of the most highly rated young midfielders at the North London club. According to David Ornstein of The Athletic, Bergvall has directly confirmed to Tottenham that he is seeking […] The post Lucas Bergvall Confirms To Tottenham He Wants To Leave Club This Summer appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Edo Queens and Nasarawa Amazons dominated the NWFL Best XI of the Season, with their players claiming the majority of places in the elite lineup, Completesports.com reports. Champions Edo Queens had three players named in the Best XI of the Season — defender Valentina Uroko, midfielder Chioma Olise, and forward Atume Doosuur. Nasarawa Amazons also [...] The post Edo Queens, Nasarawa Amazons Dominate NWFL Best XI Of The Season appeared first on Complete Sports.