Real Madrid began this season’s UEFA Champions League campaign with a hard-fought 2-1 home win against Inter Milan on Tuesday night. Kylian Mbappe and Federico Valverde were on target for Madrid while Carlos Augusto got Inter’s goal. Mbappé opened the scoring in the 14th minute assisted by Moroccan international Brahim Díaz before Valverde doubled the [...] The post UCL: Madrid Edge Out Inter As Man City Overcome Porto Away appeared first on Complete Sports.

Arsenal’s 18-year-old attacker Ceadach O’Neill finds himself at the centre of a developing international tug-of-war between two associations. Both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland remain genuine options for the highly regarded youngster, whose club career continues to progress at the Emirates. O’Neill was called up to Northern Ireland’s senior squad by manager Michael […] The post Ceadach O’Neill’s International Future Hangs In The Balance As Northern Ireland And Republic Of Ireland Battle For Arsenal Teenager appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has criticized Red Devils manager Michael Carrick’s decision to deploy Matheus Cunha as a center-forward, describing the team’s attack as a struggle to watch. Scholes noted that Cunha’s best position remains unclear and urged Carrick to start Benjamin Sesko instead. Read Also:U-20 WWC: Falconets Will Bounce Back Against China, Captain [...] The post Scholes Criticises Carrick’s Decision To Deploy Cunha As Striker appeared first on Complete Sports.

Falconets captain Christianah Uzoma is confident Nigeria will bounce back from their disappointing defeat to Spain at the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup. The Falconets suffered a 2-0 loss to La Rojita in their opening Group F fixture on Monday. Marisa Garcia opened the scoring for Spain in the 13th minute after a goalmouth [...] The post U-20 WWC: Falconets Will Bounce Back Against China, Captain Uzoma Assures appeared first on Complete Sports.

Moroccan midfielder Sofyan Amrabat has officially made himself unavailable for national team selection. He stated that he will not play under current head coach Mohamed Ouahbi but emphasized that he is not retiring from international football. Read Also:Friendly: Super Eagles To Face Russia In Nizhny Novgorod October 6 In a detailed Instagram post, the AFC [...] The post Amrabat Quits Morocco Ahead Of AFCON 2027 Qualifiers appeared first on Complete Sports.

Arsenal are moving quickly to tie down midfielder Declan Rice on a new contract, with the club eager to protect one of their most valuable assets. The Gunners view Rice as a cornerstone of their long-term project and are determined to ensure his future remains firmly at the Emirates Stadium. Real Madrid have been credited […] The post Arsenal In Talks To Secure Declan Rice’s Future And Fend Off Real Madrid appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Aston Villa produced a superb attacking display to end their scoring concerns and begin their Champions League campaign with a thrilling 3-2 win over Club Brugge. The Europa League winners had failed to score in their first three Premier League matches, having had just one shot on target, but their attack clicked in Belgium as [...] The post Aston Villa Begin Champions League Campaign With 3-2 Win At Club Brugge appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Super Eagles coach Augustine Eguavoen will lead the Super Falcons for their upcoming 2028 Olympics double-header against Comoros, Soccernet.ng reports. Ten-time African champions Nigeria are currently without a coach. After their disappointing outing at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, the Nigeria Football Federation told coach Madugu and member of the technical staff […]

Former Super Eagles head coach Augustine Eguavoen has been appointed interim head coach of Nigeria’s Senior Women’s National Team, the Super Falcons, for their 2028 Olympic Games qualifying fixtures against Comoros in October.1 Eguavoen, popularly known as ‘Cerezo’, will take charge of the team as the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) continues its search for a [...] The post Eguavoen Named Interim Super Falcons Head Coach appeared first on Complete Sports.

Philadelphia Union’s teenage sensation Cavan Sullivan is making it increasingly difficult for football fans to wait until he arrives at Manchester City. The 16-year-old midfielder signed a pre-contract with Manchester City as a 14-year-old, agreeing to join the English giants when he turns 18. Until that move materialises, Sullivan is doing everything possible to justify […] The post Cavan Sullivan Continues To Dazzle As Manchester City’s Future Star Lights Up MLS appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Cristiano Ronaldo was excluded in the 30-player shortlist for the 2026 Men’s Ballon d’Or, while long time rival Lionel Messi made the cut. Organisers of the award, France Football, announced the nominees today (Tuesday, September 8, 2026). The five-time winner (last nominated in 2022) was omitted for a fourth consecutive year despite Al-Nassr winning the [...] The post Ronaldo Snubbed As Messi, Yamal, Rice, Mbappe, Haaland Make 2026 Men’s Ballon d’Or Award Shortlist appeared first on Complete Sports.

George Desmond Kamurasi, a 36-year-old non-league goalkeeper and captain for the south-east London club SE Dons, has been selected by a royal committee to become the next king (omukama) of the Tooro Kingdom in Uganda. According to Daily Mail, Kamurasi was chosen following the death of his cousin, King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, [...] The post Goalkeeper Of Ninth-Tier English Club Set To Become Uganda King appeared first on Complete Sports.

Arsenal are preparing for their upcoming European fixture against Napoli, and the training ground has provided several talking points heading into the tie. Manager Mikel Arteta was spotted sharing a notable moment with defender Ezri Konsa during the session, suggesting the pair are working closely together ahead of potential selection decisions. Konsa’s involvement comes after […] The post Mikel Arteta And Ezri Konsa Share Key Moment In Arsenal Training Ahead Of Napoli Clash appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Former Valencia midfielder Gaizka Mendieta has disclosed that the UEFA Champions League remains the ultimate ambition for Barcelona, its fans, and players following a strong start to the season. In a chat with Casinolyze, Mendieta noted that while domestic success is always targeted, the European trophy is what everyone at the club desires most. Read [...] The post Mendieta Backs Barcelona To Win Champions League appeared first on Complete Sports.

Edo Queens have been rewarded with a whopping N50 million for winning the 2026 WAFU B Women’s Champions League. Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, announced the cash reward on Tuesday during a reception held in honour of the victorious team in Benin City. The players and their officials returned home to a hero’s welcome following [...] The post Edo Queens Rewarded With N50m For WAFU B Women’s Champions League Triumph appeared first on Complete Sports.

Liverpool are set to host Atletico Madrid in their UEFA Champions League opener at Anfield on Wednesday, September 9, 2026. The Reds are looking to build momentum following a dismal start to the season while Atletico are seeking for consistency after a hot and cold start. Teams’ Form And Recent Performances Liverpool Liverpool began the [...] The post Liverpool Vs Atletico: Reds Seek Momentum Against Unpredictable Rojiblancos In Champions League Opening Round appeared first on Complete Sports.

Cole Palmer has come under scrutiny once again following Chelsea’s match against Arsenal, with questions resurfacing about his performances in high-profile fixtures. The young Chelsea forward has been one of the most talked-about players in English football, dazzling supporters and pundits alike with his creative brilliance in recent seasons. However, a persistent narrative has followed […] The post Cole Palmer Faces Fresh Criticism After Arsenal Display As Big-Game Question Returns appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Barau FC General Manager, Dominic Iorfa, has praised his players for their resilience after they secured a hard-fought 0-0 draw against Kun Khalifat in a EuroMatch Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, Matchday 2 encounter at the Dan Anyiam Stadium, Owerri. Difficult Build-Up Iorfa’s satisfaction was particularly significant given the challenging circumstances the team faced just [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: Iorfa Hails Barau FC Players After Hard-Fought Draw Against Kun Khalifat appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Falcons midfielder Deborah Abiodun has been ruled out for the remainder of the 2026 season after her NWSL club, Washington Spirit, confirmed that she will undergo surgery this week. Abiodun was initially expected to spend about two months on the sidelines, but the club has now placed her on the season-ending injury list. “The [...] The post Super Falcons’ Abiodun Ruled Out For Rest Of Season With Injury appeared first on Complete Sports.

Rangers are preparing to navigate a challenging period without one of their most important attacking players, Lawrence Shankland, raising serious questions about their squad depth. Shankland has been a consistent and prolific presence for Rangers, making his absence a significant concern for manager Philippe Clement and the coaching staff heading into upcoming fixtures. The Scottish […] The post Rangers Face Tough Test As Lawrence Shankland Absence Looms Large appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Chelsea are understood to be in a strong position to land Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott, with sources stating the club have made fresh moves ahead of a potential January transfer. The West London side are seeking another central midfielder after selling Enzo Fernandez and seeing a deal for Monaco’s Lamine Camara collapse. With numbers stretched, [...] The post Chelsea To Launch January Bid For Premier League Midfield Star appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho has continued his fine scoring form for Bursaspor since arriving in the summer transfer window, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Iheanacho joined the Turkish TFF First League outfit on a free transfer following the expiration of his contract at Celtic. Coming off an impressive end to the season in Scotland, he had been […]

Crystal Palace are working hard to tie down Tyrick Mitchell to a significant new deal before his current contract expires next summer. The 27-year-old left-back has established himself as one of the club’s most dependable performers since breaking into the senior squad in 2020. Palace are determined to remove any uncertainty around his future and […] The post Crystal Palace Push To Secure Tyrick Mitchell On Long-Term Contract Before Rivals Circle appeared first on Gooner Daily.

The Super Eagles will face Russia in an international friendly on Tuesday, October 6, giving Nigeria another chance to test itself against a European opponent, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) confirmed the fixture through its official social media platforms. The game will be played at the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium, a 44,000-seat venue that […]

Former world number one, Mats Wilander, has described Zheng Qinwen as one of the best tennis players in the world. Wilander made this known after Zheng ousted six-time Grand Slam winner Iga Swiatek 7-5, 6-3 in the fourth round of the US Open. Read Also:I Don’t Start My Training With Breakfast –Serena Reacting to the [...] The post US Open: ‘She’s One Of The Best Players In The World’ –Wilander Hails Zheng After Ousting Swiatek appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Falcons midfielder Deborah Abiodun has suffered another setback after Nigeria’s heartbreaking failure to qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup, Soccernet.ng reports. The Washington Spirit midfielder has been ruled out for the remainder of the 2026 NWSL season after being moved to the club’s season-ending injury list. The NWSL side confirmed on Monday […]

Nigeria’s Super Eagles will take on Russia in an international friendly at the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium on Tuesday, October 6, 2026,reports Completesports.com. The encounter will come exactly one week after Nigeria’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Matchday 2 qualifying fixture against Guinea-Bissau’s Djurtus in Bissau on Tuesday, 29 September. Eric Chelle’s side will begin [...] The post Friendly: Super Eagles To Face Russia In Nizhny Novgorod October 6 appeared first on Complete Sports.

Defending Premier League champions Arsenal have been nominated for the 2026 Ballon d’Or Men’s Club of the Year award. Organisers of the award, Ballon d’Or, confirmed Arsenal’s nomination on their X handle on Tuesday. The Gunners were shortlisted alongside Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich, Champions League title holders Paris Saint-Germain, Brazilian giants Flamengo and Norwegian outfit [...] The post Arsenal To Battle PSG, Bayern For 2026 Ballon d’Or Men’s Club Of The Year Award appeared first on Complete Sports.

FIFA and the CAF have stepped into the crisis rocking the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), ordering the suspension of the federation’s ongoing electoral process as they begin a joint assessment, Soccernet.ng reports. In a letter dated September 7, 2026, and addressed to NFF Deputy General Secretary Emmanuel Ikpeme, FIFA Chief Member Associations Officer Elkhan Mammadov […]

Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has disclosed that fatherhood has helped Erling Haaland mature into a complete person on and off the pitch. Speaking ahead of Manchester City’s Champions League opener against FC Porto, Maresca noted that Haaland’s life completely changed after the birth of his son in late 2024. Read Also:U-20 WWC: China Coach [...] The post Maresca: How Fatherhood Has Made Haaland A Complete Person appeared first on Complete Sports.

Arsenal legend Thierry Henry has offered his views on the club’s transfer window activity, their Champions League prospects, and former teammate Cesc Fabregas’s transition into management. Henry remains one of the most recognisable and respected figures in Arsenal’s history, having defined an era at the club during his playing days. The Frenchman’s opinions on Arsenal […] The post Thierry Henry Speaks On Arsenal’s Transfer Activity, Champions League Hopes And Cesc Fabregas’s Managerial Career appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Discover six notable footballers who switched from England’s youth setup to represent Nigeria, including: Victor Moses AFCON 2013 winner Alex Iwobi 98+ Super Eagles appearances Ola Aina three-time AFCON player Ademola Lookman two-time AFCON Team of the Tournament Shola Ameobi 2014 World Cup player Sone Aluko former Super Eagles winger Which player made the biggest [...] The post England Or Nigeria? 6 Players Who Made The Switch appeared first on Complete Sports.

New York City FC head coach Pascal Jansen will be absent from the touchline for the club’s upcoming match due to personal matters requiring his attention. The club has confirmed that Jansen will not be present on the sideline as NYCFC prepares to face the New England Revolution in their next fixture. This is not […] The post Pascal Jansen Steps Away From New York City FC For Personal Reasons Ahead Of Next Match appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Being without a club can quickly push a footballer out of the national-team picture. That is especially true for Nigeria's Super Eagles where competition for places has become fierce, Soccernet.ng reports. Yet free agency does not always mean a player has lost his quality. Several Nigerian internationals have played in the Premier League, Serie A, […]

China head coach Wang Jun says his team is fully focused on their upcoming clash with Nigeria’s Falconets at the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup. The Asians got their campaign off to a flying start with a convincing 5-0 victory over tournament debutants New Caledonia. Huang Jiaxin stole the show with a hat-trick, while [...] The post U-20 WWC: China Coach Jun Anticipates Tough Test Against Falconets appeared first on Complete Sports.

Real Madrid face Inter Milan in the UEFA Champions League opener at the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on Tuesday, September 8, 2026. Los Blancos manager, Jose Mourinho is set for a reunion with the Nerazzurri, who he led to the Champions League triumph in the 2009/10 season. Teams’ Form And Recent Performances Real Madrid Madrid have [...] The post Real Madrid Vs Inter: Mourinho Faces Emotional Reunion As Champions League Giants Clash At Bernabeu appeared first on Complete Sports.