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Schalke 04 Make Move For Brighton’s Facundo Buonanotte As Winger Falls Out Of Favour
Brighton’s Argentine youngster Facundo Buonanotte has attracted interest from German club Schalke 04, who have made an official inquiry about the player’s availability. The winger has found first-team opportunities limited at the Amex Stadium, pushing clubs from across Europe to assess whether a deal could be struck. Schalke, who compete in the German football pyramid, […] The post Schalke 04 Make Move For Brighton’s Facundo Buonanotte As Winger Falls Out Of Favour appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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WAFCON 2026: She Still Got It — CAF Hails Oshoala’s Display In Super Falcons Win Against Zambia
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has praised Asisat Oshoala for her impressive performance for the Super Falcons in their hardfought win against Zambia. After coming off the bench in the shock defeat to Malawi, Oshoala was named in the starting lineup, as the Super Falcons edged out Zambia 1-0 despite playing with 10 players. [...] The post WAFCON 2026: She Still Got It — CAF Hails Oshoala’s Display In Super Falcons Win Against Zambia appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Everton Prepare Formal Offer To Sign Manchester United Striker Ethan Wheatley This Summer
Everton are moving to sign Manchester United striker Ethan Wheatley, with the Merseyside club preparing a formal offer for the 20-year-old this summer. According to transfer insider Fabrizio Romano, Everton are putting together a concrete proposal to bring Wheatley to Goodison Park in the coming months. Wheatley is regarded as one of the more promising […] The post Everton Prepare Formal Offer To Sign Manchester United Striker Ethan Wheatley This Summer appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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WAFCON 2026: How Super Falcons Rated In Slim Win Over Zambia
Following the Super Falcons’ hard-fought 1-0 victory over the Copper Queens of Zambia in their Group C clash at the Al Madina Stadium in Rabat on Saturday night, Completesports.com’s ADEBOYE AMOSU assesses the performances of the players. Chiamaka Nnadozie 7/0 The Brighton goalkeeper bounced back impressively from her disappointing display in Nigeria’s defeat to Malawi, [...] The post WAFCON 2026: How Super Falcons Rated In Slim Win Over Zambia appeared first on Complete Sports.
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WAFCON 2026: It’s A Big Relief –Amao Reacts After Super Falcons’ Win Against Zambia
Former Nigerian international Fatai Amao has lauded the Super Falcons’ 1-0 victory over Zambia in the ongoing 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Having lost their opening game to Malawi 3-2 on Tuesday, Nigeria needed a victory to push the team back into contention for the knockout stages, and it was well delivered. [...] The post WAFCON 2026: It’s A Big Relief –Amao Reacts After Super Falcons’ Win Against Zambia appeared first on Complete Sports.
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WAFCON 2026: Alozie Wins Player Of The Match Award In Nigeria’s Win Against Zambia
Super Falcons midfielder Michelle Alozie has won the Player of the Match award after delivering a tireless and stellar defensive performance to help Nigeria secure a 1-0 victory over Zambia at the ongoing 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Recall that the Super Falcons defeated Zambia 1-0, thanks to a goal from Asisat [...] The post WAFCON 2026: Alozie Wins Player Of The Match Award In Nigeria’s Win Against Zambia appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Mikel Arteta Eyes New Level As Arsenal Receive £70m Transfer Boost
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has spoken openly about his ambitions to take the club to a higher level in the coming months and years. The Gunners boss has long been building a squad capable of competing for the biggest honours both domestically and in Europe, and that process continues. A reported £70 million transfer boost […] The post Mikel Arteta Eyes New Level As Arsenal Receive £70m Transfer Boost appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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WAFCON 2026: Oshoala Wins Player Of The Match Award In Nigeria’s Win Against Zambia
Super Falcons striker Asisat Oshoala has been adjudged the Player of the Match following their 1-0 win over Zambia in Saturday’s 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Oshoala, who was impressive in the match, netted the only goal of the encounter in the eighth minute of the encounter. Read Also:WAFCON 2026: Oshoala’s Lone [...] The post WAFCON 2026: Oshoala Wins Player Of The Match Award In Nigeria’s Win Against Zambia appeared first on Complete Sports.
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WAFCON 2026: Oshoala’s Lone Strike Helps Resolute Super Falcons Edge Out Zambia
A first half strike by Asisat Oshoala saw a 10-player Super Falcons edge out Zambia 1-0 in their second Group C Women’s African Cup of Nations match in Morocco on Saturday. More to follow The post WAFCON 2026: Oshoala’s Lone Strike Helps Resolute Super Falcons Edge Out Zambia appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Nigeria 1-0 Zambia: Asisat Oshoala’s early strike keeps WAFCON 2026 hopes alive
Asisat Oshoala's 8th-minute strike against Zambia made all the difference at Stade El-Barid in Morocco as the Super Falcons kept their hopes of reaching the WAFCON 2026 knockout round alive, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria 1-0 Zambia: Oshoala comes up trumps The Green and Whites headed into today's clash on the back of a shocking loss to […]
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Thomas Müller Making Waves In MLS As Pundits Praise Former Bayern Munich Star’s Influence
Thomas Müller has wasted no time making a significant impression since his arrival in Major League Soccer, drawing widespread praise from football pundits. The veteran German forward, who spent the bulk of his storied career at Bayern Munich, has brought a wealth of experience and quality to the American game. Müller’s ability to read the […] The post Thomas Müller Making Waves In MLS As Pundits Praise Former Bayern Munich Star’s Influence appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Arthur Griffiths Leads Ownership Group Submitting Formal Bid To Purchase Vancouver Whitecaps FC
Arthur Griffiths, the former owner of both the Vancouver Canucks and Vancouver Grizzlies, is reportedly heading a group bidding to buy the Vancouver Whitecaps FC. Canucks broadcaster Dan Murphy revealed on Friday that Griffiths is “heading a group that has put in a formal offer to purchase the [Whitecaps],” raising hopes for the club’s future. […] The post Arthur Griffiths Leads Ownership Group Submitting Formal Bid To Purchase Vancouver Whitecaps FC appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Christos Tzolis And Kai Havertz Score As Max Dowman Smashes In Arsenal’s Third In Girona Rout
Arsenal opened their pre-season campaign in Spain with a commanding 4-1 victory over Girona, with several new and emerging faces catching the eye throughout the match. Mikel Arteta travelled to Spain with his squad, who had spent several days preparing on the continent before wrapping up their trip with this friendly fixture. New signing Christos […] The post Christos Tzolis And Kai Havertz Score As Max Dowman Smashes In Arsenal’s Third In Girona Rout appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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WAFCON 2026: Malawi Continues Impressive Run After 3-1 Win Against Egypt
Malawi continued their brilliant debut at the Women’s African Cup of Nations (WAFCON) with a second consecutive victory, thanks to a 3-1 win over Egypt in their second Group C game on Saturday. A brace from Rose Smith Kadzere and a goal from Temwa Chawinga put Malawi in control, while Eman Kassem grabbed Egypt’s only [...] The post WAFCON 2026: Malawi Continues Impressive Run After 3-1 Win Against Egypt appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Nigeria Vs Zambia Live Blogging – WAFCON 2026 (Group C, Matchday 2)
Completesports.com’s Live Blogging of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations – WAFCON 2026 Group C matchday 2 clash between the Super Falcons of Nigeria and the Copper Queens of Zambia at the Al Madina Stadium Rabat, Morocco. The post Nigeria Vs Zambia Live Blogging – WAFCON 2026 (Group C, Matchday 2) appeared first on Complete Sports.
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LIVE: Super Falcons vs Zambia — Follow score, goals, team news & full-time result
Welcome to Soccernet's live coverage of Nigeria against Zambia, a must-win Group C clash at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations that could define the Super Falcons' title defence, Soccernet.ng reports. Follow Super Falcons of Nigeria vs Zambia live here: Kick-off at Al Medina Stadium in Rabat is set for 9:00 p.m. Nigerian time, […]
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Given: Signing Vinicius Will Be A Big Risk For Arsenal
Former Newcastle United goalkeeper Shay Given has warned that signing Real Madrid star Vinícius Júnior is a massive financial and structural risk for Arsenal that could disrupt the club’s hard-built team unity. Speaking via BoyleSports, he noted that a superstar of that magnitude could upset the dressing room balance under Mikel Arteta. Read Also:Former Champions [...] The post Given: Signing Vinicius Will Be A Big Risk For Arsenal appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Joao Pedro Shines Bright As Cole Palmer Struggles In Chelsea’s Draw With Tottenham
Chelsea’s clash with Tottenham produced a mixed performance from the Blues, with some players impressing while others failed to hit their usual heights. Joao Pedro was among the standout performers on the day, bringing energy and creativity to Chelsea’s attacking play throughout the contest. The Brazilian forward has been building momentum and showed exactly why […] The post Joao Pedro Shines Bright As Cole Palmer Struggles In Chelsea’s Draw With Tottenham appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Arsenal’s Gyökeres plus €30m swap bid for Super Eagles star rejected – reports
Arsenal's search for a world-class striker has suffered another setback after Galatasaray reportedly rejected an ambitious player-plus-cash offer for Nigerian star Victor Osimhen, Soccernet.ng reports. According to Turkish journalist Ömer Faruk Özcan, via Nexus Sports, senior Arsenal officials traveled to Istanbul in an attempt to convince the Turkish champions to sell their prized striker. Instead […]
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OFFICIAL: Chelsea Announce Signing Of Welbeck From Brighton
Chelsea have announced the signing of former Arsenal and Manchester United striker Danny Welbeck from Brighton. The Blues wrote in a statement on their website:”Chelsea is delighted to announce the signing of Danny Welbeck from Premier League side Brighton and Hove Albion. “The striker, who has been capped 42 times by England, has signed a [...] The post OFFICIAL: Chelsea Announce Signing Of Welbeck From Brighton appeared first on Complete Sports.
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How much money does NFF get from FIFA and CAF? Nigeria’s football funding explained
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) receives millions of dollars from both FIFA and the Confederation of African Football (CAF) every funding cycle, Soccernet.ng reports. Football funding has become a major talking point again after FIFA president Gianni Infantino proposed a controversial $20 billion commercial plan that promised significantly higher payouts for member associations. While the […]
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Everton Agree Deal With Arsenal To Sign Midfielder
Everton have reportedly agreed to sign Christian Norgaard in a £7million transfer from Arsenal. Norgaard joined the Gunners in a £15m move from Brentford just last summer but was limited to just 20 appearances across all competitions. He was named in a Premier League starting line-up just once – in the final match of the [...] The post Everton Agree Deal With Arsenal To Sign Midfielder appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Chippa United 0-0 Golden Arrows: Why Nwabali earned 9.1 rating in PSL opener
Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali marked his return to Chippa United with a commanding performance as the Chilli Boys opened their 2026/27 PSL campaign with a goalless draw against Lamontville Golden Arrows this evening, Soccernet.ng reports. The 30-year-old departed the Chilli Boys after the AFCON 2025 outing with Nigeria in Morocco, with both agreeing to […]
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Celtic Prepare Mega Bid As Rangers Seal Deal And Hearts Star Sets Exit Condition
Scottish football’s transfer window is heating up with significant movement expected at several clubs, as Celtic prepare a major offer for a top transfer target. Celtic are understood to be readying a substantial bid for a player who has attracted considerable interest from the Parkhead club this window. The Hoops have been tracking their target […] The post Celtic Prepare Mega Bid As Rangers Seal Deal And Hearts Star Sets Exit Condition appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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NPFL: Ex-Super Eagles Defender Egwuekwe Reveals Blueprint For Warri Wolves’ Resurgence
Former Super Eagles defender Azubuike Egwuekwe has expressed confidence that Warri Wolves will produce positive results when the 2026/2027 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season gets underway, Completesports.com reports. Egwuekwe Confident Warri Wolves Can Bounce Back Egwuekwe, who is the Coordinator of the Seasiders, said the signs are encouraging that the new season will be [...] The post NPFL: Ex-Super Eagles Defender Egwuekwe Reveals Blueprint For Warri Wolves’ Resurgence appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Done Deal: Akpoguma Seals Two-Year Move To Serie A Club
Kevin Akpoguma has completed a free transfer to Serie A club Frosinone, Completesports.com reports. The experienced defender has signed a two-year contract with the Canarini, keeping him at the club until June 30, 2028. Akpoguma became a free agent after leaving Bundesliga outfit TSG Hoffenheim at the end of last season, bringing an end to [...] The post Done Deal: Akpoguma Seals Two-Year Move To Serie A Club appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Roberto De Zerbi Refuses To Clarify Richarlison’s Tottenham Future After Pre-Season Goal Against Chelsea
Richarlison’s future at Tottenham remains shrouded in uncertainty after manager Roberto De Zerbi gave a notably cryptic response to questions about the Brazilian striker. The forward scored for Spurs in a pre-season friendly victory over Chelsea, briefly thrusting himself back into the spotlight at a club where his spell has been largely inconsistent. De Zerbi […] The post Roberto De Zerbi Refuses To Clarify Richarlison’s Tottenham Future After Pre-Season Goal Against Chelsea appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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OFFICIAL: Akinsanmiro Completes Loan Move To Monza
Serie A club AC Monza have announced the loan signing of Nigeria international Ebenezer Akinsanmiro from Inter Milan, completesports.com reports. Monza comfirmed the loan move in a statement on their official website on Saturday. “Ebenezer Ajodun Akinsanmiro is a new Monza player. “The midfielder joins from FC Internazionale Milano on a temporary basis, with an [...] The post OFFICIAL: Akinsanmiro Completes Loan Move To Monza appeared first on Complete Sports.
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I’ve Always Wanted To Play With Messi –Casemiro
Inter Miami midfielder Casemiro has disclosed that it has always been his dream to play alongside Lionel Messi. During his official presentation, Casemiro stated that he joined the team to help Messi win more trophies and called him the ultimate icon of the sport. Read Also:WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons Seek Redemption Against Zambia Reflecting on [...] The post I’ve Always Wanted To Play With Messi –Casemiro appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Glasgow 2026: Ogazi Wins Men’s 400m Gold, Onojuvwevwo Takes Women’s Bronze
Team Nigeria’s Samuel Ogazi produced a stunning performance to win the gold medal in the men’s 400m at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow on Saturday. Ogazi stormed to victory in commanding fashion, finishing ahead of Trinidad and Tobago’s Jereem Richards, who settled for silver in 44.82 seconds, while South Africa’s Zakithi Nene claimed the [...] The post Glasgow 2026: Ogazi Wins Men’s 400m Gold, Onojuvwevwo Takes Women’s Bronze appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Why I Am Addicted To Smoking –Szczęsny
Barcelona goalkeeper Wojciech Szczęsny has disclosed that his smoking habit is a personal matter that does not affect his on-field performance, admitting it is an addiction he is unwilling to fight. Szczęsny asserted that what he does in his private life is entirely his affair, and he refuses to change for critics. Read Also:Former Champions [...] The post Why I Am Addicted To Smoking –Szczęsny appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Garba: Eagles Can’t Afford To Miss World Cup 2030
Former Flying Eagles coach Manu Garba has disclosed that the Super Eagles must do everything to qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2030. Recall that the Super Eagles missed consecutive World Cups after failing to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, following their prior absence from the 2022 tournament in Qatar. Read Also:WAFCON 2026: [...] The post Garba: Eagles Can’t Afford To Miss World Cup 2030 appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Victor Osimhen, Lookman await verdict as CAF Awards gets Lagos venue
Super Eagles stars Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman have a chance to celebrate on home soil, as the 2026 CAF Awards has been scheduled to take place in Lagos, Soccernet.ng reports. ​The CAF Awards is the biggest and most prestigious football awards ceremony on the continent. As it stands, only six Super Eagles players (past […]
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Ex-Flying Eagles coach warns Super Eagles over another World Cup miss – “Talent alone won’t work”
Former Flying Eagles coach Manu Garba has warned that Nigeria risks missing another FIFA World Cup if the Super Eagles and the NFF continue to rely solely on the country's abundance of talent without addressing structural issues, Soccernet.ng reports. The three-time African Champions failed to qualify for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar and […]
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WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons Seek Redemption Against Zambia
Defending champions Super Falcons of Nigeria Nigeria will be aiming to revive their 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations campaign when they take on Zambia in a crucial Group C clash in Rabat on Saturday The Super Falcons suffered a stunning 3-2 defeat to tournament debutants Malawi in their opening fixture on Tuesday, a result [...] The post WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons Seek Redemption Against Zambia appeared first on Complete Sports.
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WAFCON 2026: What Super Falcons must do differently against Zambia – Madugu
Justin Madugu has explained the adjustments the Super Falcons must make to stand a better chance of defeating Zambia when both sides at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations on Saturday night, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigerian take on the Copper Queens in their second Group C match later tonight, looking to bounce back from their shock 3-2 defeat […]
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