The Spanish La Liga is one of the biggest leagues in the world, and has been home to some of the best players in football history, Soccernet.ng reports. Two of the best clubs in the country — Real Madrid and Barcelona — have produced some of the best legs in the game, and often house […]

Chelsea came dangerously close to suffering a devastating points deduction that would have sent them down to the Championship, according to new reports. The Football Association confirmed on Friday that Chelsea had been handed a £10 million fine and a suspended two-window transfer ban for financial breaches dating back to the Roman Abramovich era. The […] The post Chelsea Faced Relegation Threat Before FA Hands Club £10 Million Fine Over Roman Abramovich-Era Breaches appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Justin Madugu faces the biggest selection calls of his WAFCON 2026 tenure so far, with the Super Falcons' title defence hanging by a thread after a shock 3-2 opening defeat to Malawi, Soccernet.ng reports. The Super Falcons must beat Zambia on Saturday to keep their campaign alive, and getting his team selection right could be […]

Cole Palmer has admitted that being left out of the England squad has given him additional motivation to perform at the highest level this season. The Chelsea midfielder has been one of the most exciting attacking players in the Premier League over recent seasons, drawing widespread admiration for his technical quality and composure. Despite his […] The post Cole Palmer Says England Omission Fuels His Desire To Prove Himself At International Level appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery is being tipped to get the very best out of winger Alejandro Garnacho following his move from Manchester United. The reported £43 million agreement with Chelsea has been one of the more surprising transfer developments of the current window, capturing widespread attention. Garnacho had been strongly linked with Chelsea before […] The post Unai Emery Backed To Unlock The Best Of Alejandro Garnacho Following £43m Chelsea Agreement appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Team Nigeria’s Ezekiel Nathaniel delivered a historic performance to win the men’s 400m hurdles gold medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games on Friday night. Nathaniel powered to victory in a time of 48.47 seconds, finishing comfortably ahead of England’s Jake Minshull, who claimed silver in 48.99s, while Jamaica’s Assinie Wilson took the bronze medal with [...] The post Glasgow 2026: Nathaniel Clinches Nigeria’s Ninth Gold, Onwuzurike Takes 200m Silver appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Super Falcons of Nigeria face their second, but already the biggest match of their WAFCON 2026 title defence so far when they take on Zambia's Copper Queens in a must-win Group C clash on Saturday, August 1, Soccernet.ng reports. Kick-off is set for 9:00 p.m. Nigerian time at Al Medina Stadium in Rabat, and […]

Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has expressed full confidence that striker Alexander Isak will be massive for the team, noting that the forward returned from a strong World Cup performance in great shape and ready for a proper pre-season buildup. In a chat with the club’s website, Iraola, who has been tasked with getting the best [...] The post Iraola: I’ll Bring Out The Best From Isak appeared first on Complete Sports.

Colchester United have bolstered their attacking options by securing the signing of Wolverhampton Wanderers striker Mackenzie Chiwome. The U’s moved to bring in the young forward as they look to strengthen their forward line for the remainder of the campaign. Chiwome arrives at the JobServe Community Stadium from Wolves, where he has been developing as […] The post Colchester United Sign Wolverhampton Wanderers Striker Mackenzie Chiwome On Loan appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Kelechi Iheanacho has penned a heartfelt farewell message to Celtic following his permanent move to Turkish club Bursaspor, Completesports.com reports. Iheanacho spent the 2025/26 campaign with the Scottish champions, playing a key role as the Hoops secured a domestic double by winning both the Scottish Premiership and the Scottish Cup. The 29-year-old found the net [...] The post Iheanacho Pens Emotional Farewell To Celtic After Bursaspor Switch appeared first on Complete Sports.

The English Premier League is widely regarded as the flagship of league competitions in Europe, and it has continued to build the reputation over the past two decades, Soccernet.ng reports. The league is known for having some of the best players in the world. Even most of the clubs are some of the richest, And […]

Winning the Premier League changed Arsenal’s status overnight. Mikel Arteta’s side no longer begin a season trying to catch the team above them. They are the benchmark. As August begins and another campaign edges closer, the challenge is not whether Arsenal can repeat last season but whether they can find another level before everyone else […] The post As August Begins, Are Arsenal Ready to Defend Their Premier League Title? appeared first on Gooner Daily.

South Africa’s Banyana Banyana fought back from 2-0 down to force Côte d’Ivoire to a 2-2 draw, in their second Group B fixture of the WAFCON on Friday. First half brace from Grace-Ruth Sery put Côte d’Ivoire in a very good position to seal qualification into the quarter-finals. But second half goals from Thembi Kgatlana [...] The post WAFCON 2026: South Africa Force Côte d’Ivoire To 2-2 Draw, Keep World Cup Qualification Hopes Alive appeared first on Complete Sports.

Arsenal are pushing hard to complete a double transfer deal as the January window heats up across the Premier League. The Gunners have identified two targets they want to bring to the Emirates Stadium, with negotiations said to be at an advanced stage. Securing reinforcements in January is a priority for Arsenal as they look […] The post Arsenal Close In On Double Signing As Manchester United Target Igor Thiago appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Real Madrid defender Raul Asencio is set to stand trial in September over the alleged sharing of a sex tape involving a minor, The Sun reports. Asencio, 23, faces two charges as he goes on trial alongside three ex-academy team-mates. Asencio is accused of sharing a sex tape involving a minor, in addition to distributing [...] The post Madrid Star To Stand Trial In September Over Alleged Sharing Of Minor Sex Tape appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Manchester United assistant manager Rene Meulensteen has warned the club against selling Marcus Rashford, comparing a potential exit to the regrets of offloading Scott McTominay and highlighting the risk of strengthening a Premier League rival. In a chat with Andy’s Bet Club, Meulensteen warned that allowing Rashford to join a direct Premier League competitor [...] The post Ex-Man United Coach Warns Red Devils Against Selling Rashford appeared first on Complete Sports.

San Jose Earthquakes defender Daniel Munie has reached a personal milestone, making his first-ever MLS All-Star Game selection during his fourth professional season. The 26-year-old center back entered the exhibition match in the 48th minute of the second half, replacing Tim Ream on the All-Star roster during the showcase event. Ream arrived at the All-Star […] The post San Jose Earthquakes Defender Daniel Munie Earns First Career MLS All-Star Game Appearance appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Super Eagles striker Josh Maja is on the verge of sealing a return to French football after agreeing a move to Ligue 1 side Le Havre, Soccernet.ng reports. Maja has been a free agent since the end of last season, following the expiration of his contract at EFL Championship club West Bromwich Albion. According to […]

FIFA President Gianni Infantino faces severe pressure following the resignation of senior advisor Carlos Cordeiro, who quit in protest over a controversial plan to sell a minority stake in World Cup commercial operations to private investors. Recall that Cordeiro, a former Goldman Sachs vice-chairman and ex-US Soccer Federation president, resigned on Friday after calling the [...] The post FIFA Senior Adviser Resigns Amid Infantino’s Plan To Sell World Cup Stake appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Super Eagles striker Josh Maja is on the verge of joining Ligue 1 club Le Havre on a free transfer after leaving English Championship side West Bromwich Albion. According to reports in France, the 27-year-old has agreed to sign a two-year contract with the Normandy-based club, with an option to extend the deal by [...] The post Maja Nears Free Transfer To Ligue 1 Club appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle could be facing one of his biggest selection decisions ahead of Nigeria's 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign, Soccernet.ng reports. This comes as Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has suffered a shoulder injury that is expected to rule him out of the start of the new Serie A season. […]

Brazil international Casemiro has expressed his excitement at the prospect of playing alongside Lionel Messi at Inter Miami following his arrival as a free agent. The experienced midfielder signed for the Major League Soccer club and wasted no time in making clear just how much the opportunity means to him personally. Casemiro described Messi as […] The post Casemiro Thrilled To Join “Football God” Lionel Messi At Inter Miami appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie has said the team has moved on from the disappointing defeat to Malawi and is now fully focused on Saturday’s crucial 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations clash against Zambia. The defending champions suffered a shock 3-2 loss to tournament debutants Malawi in their opening Group C fixture at the [...] The post WAFCON 2026: Malawi Loss Behind Us, Focus Now On Zambia — Nnadozie appeared first on Complete Sports.

Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk is available to return to playing immediately after resolving his doping case with the Football Association, BBC Sport reports. The Ukraine international, 25, has not played a competitive match since November 2024, having been provisionally suspended after returning an “adverse finding” for banned substance meldonium. He was subsequently given the maximum [...] The post Mudryk Cleared To Play Again After Doping Ban Resolved appeared first on Complete Sports.

Zambia’s Copper Queens head coach Nora Häuptle has warned Nigeria’s Super Falcons that her team will not play for a draw in Saturday’s WAFCON Group C clash. “We never play for a draw, it’s not in our nature, we always chase for the lead in games. In the last edition we lost against Nigeria in [...] The post WAFCON 2026: It’s Not In Our Nature To Play For A Draw —Zambia Coach Warns Super Falcons appeared first on Complete Sports.

Mykhailo Mudryk is free to resume his professional football career after the Football Association confirmed his anti-doping suspension has been fully resolved. The 25-year-old Chelsea winger has not featured in a competitive match since the Blues’ victory away at Heidenheim back in November 2024, a lengthy absence now finally at an end. The FA confirmed […] The post Mykhailo Mudryk Free To Return To Chelsea With Immediate Effect After Doping Ban Lifted appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu has brushed aside criticism of his tactical approach following Nigeria’s shock 3-2 defeat to WAFCON debutants Malawi. Madugu came under scrutiny after the Super Falcons’ surprising loss to the Scorchers on Tuesday night, with many questioning his tactical decisions during the encounter. The defeat was particularly significant, as it [...] The post WAFCON 2026: Madugu Shrugs Off Tactics Criticism, Declares Super Falcons Ready For Zambia appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Super Falcons face one of their biggest tests at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations when they take on Zambia's Copper Queens in a crucial Group C clash on Saturday, August 1, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria head into the game under pressure after a surprise 3-2 defeat to Malawi in Casablanca. It was the […]

Ruth Usoro landed a season’s best of 6.77m (+0.6) on her very first attempt to qualify automatically for the women’s Long Jump final at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow on Friday. Usoro comfortably surpassed the automatic qualifying mark of 6.70m to book her place in the final. Also on Friday Team Nigeria’s mixed 4x400m quartet [...] The post Glasgow 2026: Usoro Secures Final Spot In Women’s Long Jump appeared first on Complete Sports.

Cole Palmer has made a candid admission about his viewing experience during England’s World Cup win over Mexico, confessing that he dozed off during the match. The Chelsea midfielder is known for his composed and understated personality, and his relaxed approach clearly extends to watching his international teammates compete on the biggest stage. Palmer has […] The post Cole Palmer Admits He Fell Asleep Watching England’s World Cup Victory Over Mexico appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Born on November 23, 2000, in Festac Town, Lagos, Toluwalase Emmanuel Arokodare developed his passion for football at an early age. Like many Nigerian youngsters, he honed his skills in local academies, including Kash Academy, Flying Sports Academy, International Sports Academy, and Box2Box FC. Despite his enormous height, Arokodare was never regarded as just another [...] The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 122: Tolu Arokodare On His Move To Ajax Amsterdam appeared first on Complete Sports.

Cole Palmer has broken his silence on the injury problems that have blighted his season, revealing the full extent of his physical battles at Chelsea this year. The England international has been one of the most exciting attacking players in the Premier League, but his campaign has been interrupted by persistent fitness concerns. Palmer has […] The post Cole Palmer Opens Up About Injury Struggles And Surgery Discussions At Chelsea appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Wolverhampton Wanderers prepare to welcome Racing Santander to Molineux in what promises to be a fascinating encounter for supporters to look forward to. The match represents a significant occasion for Wolves fans, with the club eager to put on a strong performance in front of their home crowd this week. Molineux has long been regarded […] The post Wolverhampton Wanderers Host Racing Santander In Crucial Matchday Fixture appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Super Falcons forward Uchenna Kanu has dismissed concerns over Zambia's impressive unbeaten group-stage record at the Women's Africa Cup of Nations, insisting Nigeria are focused on getting their campaign back on track, Soccernet.ng reports. The defending champions were stunned 3-2 by WAFCON debutants Malawi in their Group C opener, leaving Justine Madugu's side under pressure […]