Head coach of the Super Falcons of Nigeria, Justine Madugu, has made a huge claim about the pressure the Nigerian team are facing ahead of the WAFCON 2026 tournament, Soccernet.ng reports. The 62-year-old served as an assistant under Randy Waldrum before taking on the head coach role in 2024, winning the WAFCON 2024 tournament in […]

Bayern Munich president Herbert Hainer has ruled out selling Michael Olise to Real Madrid, telling club president Florentino Pérez to save himself the trouble of making an offer. Hainer stated that Bayern is not a selling club and described Olise as a fundamental piece under a long-term contract. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Kane, Mbappe Will [...] The post Bayern Munich Not Ready To Sell Olise –Hainer Tells Real Madrid appeared first on Complete Sports.

Jakub Kiwior has joined Porto after the Portuguese side exercised their option to make his loan deal permanent. Arsenal confirmed Kiwior’s move in a statement on their website on Wednesday. “The 26-year-old defender spent two-and-a-half years in north London after arriving from Italian side Spezia in January 2023,” Arsenal wrote. “During his time with us, [...] The post Kiwior Joins FC Porto On Permanent Deal appeared first on Complete Sports.

DR Congo head coach Sebastian Desabre insists his team will not be easy opponents for England, even as he acknowledges the tough challenge that lies ahead. The Round of 16 encounter is slated for the Atlanta Stadium on Tuesday. DR Congo Ready For Battle Desabre acknowledged the gulf in quality between the two teams but [...] The post World Cup 2026: Desabre Confident DR Congo Can Trouble England appeared first on Complete Sports.

England legend Gary Neville has tipped France as the clear favourites to win the FIFA World Cup 2026, describing their attacking lineup as a level above the rest of the tournament. Speaking after France’s dominant 3-0 victory over Sweden, Neville noted that their attacking players (including Kylian Mbappé, Michael Olise, Ousmane Dembélé, and Bradley Barcola) [...] The post Neville: France Are Favourites To Win World Cup 2026 appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Benin City Youth League has condemned the conduct of Dynamo Academica Football Academy during the official award ceremony following the league final. It was observed that immediately after the conclusion of the league’s official presentation ceremony, Dynamo Academica proceeded to organize and present its own club awards to its players on the same podium [...] The post Benin City Youth League Sanctions Dynamo Academica For Rule Breach appeared first on Complete Sports.

Chelsea have announced the signing of Marco Palestra from Serie A outfit Atalanta, Completesports.com reports. The Italy international signed a six-year contract with Chelsea, committing his future to Stamford Bridge until 2032. Palestra becomes the first signing of the Xabi Alonso era, marking the Spaniard’s first addition since taking charge of the Blues. The 21-year-old [...] The post Done Deal: Chelsea Sign Marco Palestra From Atalanta appeared first on Complete Sports.

Born on June 19, 1973, Dosu Joseph is one of the talented goalkeepers Nigeria has ever produced. Dosu helped Julius Berger win the Nigerian FA Cup in November 1996, by keeping a clean sheet in the finals against Katsina United. His career came to an abrupt end after a serious car accident in Lagos in [...] The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 110: Dosu Joseph On His Football Career appeared first on Complete Sports.

Amad Diallo says Cote d’Ivoire can leave FIFA World Cup 2026 proud after reaching the knockout stage for the first time in their history. The Elephants were beaten 2-1 by Norway in the Round of 32 at Dallas Stadium on Tuesday night, bringing an end to a campaign that had already delivered a major breakthrough [...] The post World Cup 2026: Amad Proud Of Côte d’Ivoire’s Historic Campaign Despite Exit appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Super Eagles defender Michael Emenalo is leaving his role as chief football executive of the Saudi Pro League (SPL),The Athletic reports. The former Chelsea technical director, who is also leaving his position as head of the league’s Player Acquisition Center of Excellence (PACE), departs at the end of a three-year contract having arrived in [...] The post Emenalo Leaves Role As Chief Football Executive Of Saudi Pro League appeared first on Complete Sports.

Brentford director of football Phil Giles has explained the decision to sanction Frank Onyeka’s permanent transfer to Coventry City. Onyeka initially moved to Coventry City on loan in February, helping the Sky Blues win the Sky Bet Championship title and return to the Premier League for the first time in 25 years. The Nigeria international [...] The post Brentford Chief Explains Onyeka’s Permanent Move To Coventry City appeared first on Complete Sports.

Rivers Angels Head Coach, Tosan Blankson, has exclusively confirmed to Completesports.com that he has left the club with ‘Fond memories’ after a two season stint with the club. Blankson is understood to have left Rivers Angels With his backroom staff. The 56-year-old gaffer steered the club to two Rivers State Women FA Cup successes, one [...] The post Blankson Leaves Rivers Angels With ‘Fond Memories’, Set For ‘Fresh Challenges’ appeared first on Complete Sports.

Victor Osimhen's summer will likely be complicated as Galatasaray have reportedly received another huge €120 million (about ₦189 billion) offer for the Super Eagles striker, Soccernet.ng reports. The Turkish champions are already believed to have received several big-money approaches from Europe, but fresh reports now claim that a Saudi Arabian club has entered the race […]

Uzbekistan captain Eldor Shomurodov has been voted the winner of the Best Group Stage Goal award at the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026, Completesports.com reports. Shomurodov, 31, won the award for his inch-perfect lob from a tight angle against Democratic Republic of Congo in Uzbekistan’s final group stage outing in Atlanta on 27 June. The [...] The post World Cup 2026: Uzbekistan Star Shomurodov Claims Best Group Stage Goal appeared first on Complete Sports.

The future of Super Eagles-eligible defender Kingsley Ehizibue is still undecided after his representatives dismissed reports linking him with moves to Watford and Dutch side PEC Zwolle, Soccernet.ng reports. The 31-year-old officially became a free agent on June 30 after failing to reach an agreement with Italian Serie A club Udinese over a new contract. […]

The Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Senate Committee on Sports, Senator Ned Nwoko, has lamented the absence of the Super Eagles from the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026, but believes the impressive performances of Morocco and other African teams will inspire Nigeria to qualify for the 2030 FIFA World Cup and make a significant impact, [...] The post Super Eagles Will Learn From Morocco, Others To Shine At 2030 World Cup — Senator Nwoko appeared first on Complete Sports.

Netherlands players who missed penalties in Monday’s World Cup penalty shootout defeat by Morocco suffered ​racist abuse online, the Dutch football association (KNVB) said on ‌Tuesday, Reuters reports. Justin Kluivert, Quinten Timber and Crysencio Summerville all failed to find the net as Morocco edged the Dutch 3-2 on penalties after ​their last-32 match in Monterrey [...] The post World Cup 2026: Dutch Players Suffer Racist Abuse After Penalty Shootout Defeat To Morocco appeared first on Complete Sports.

Following Erling Haaland’s dramatic 86th-minute winner that secured a 2-1 victory over the Ivory Coast at the FIFA World Cup 2026, Norway manager Ståle Solbakken has disclosed that he won’t swap the Manchester City star for any player. The win over the Ivorian side marked Norway’s first-ever victory in the knockout stages of a major [...] The post World Cup 2026: I Won’t Swap Haaland For Any Player –Norway Coach Reacts To Man City Star’s Winning Goal Vs Ivory Coast appeared first on Complete Sports.

Victor Osimhen gave football fans a memorable television moment when he made a surprise video call to his childhood hero, Didier Drogba, during a private celebrity edition of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? Nigeria, Soccernet.ng reports. The special fun-programme (hilariously staged in a hotel room) was hosted by popular presenter Frank Edoho and featured […]

Ronald Koeman has informed the Dutch Football Association (KNVB) that he will not extend his contract as head coach of the Netherlands national team when it expires. Koeman 63-year-old announced his decision one day after the Netherlands were eliminated from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Netherlands were knocked out in the Round of 32 [...] The post Koeman Steps Down As Netherlands Coach After World Cup Exit appeared first on Complete Sports.

Cote d’Ivoire head coach Emerse Fae has lamented his team’s elimination from the FIFA World Cup 2026, Competesports.com reports. The Elephants were knocked out of the competition following a 2-1 defeat to Norway in their Round of 32 encounter on Tuesday night. Antonio Nusa gave Norway the lead with a superb finish from inside the [...] The post World Cup 2026: Fae Laments Côte d’Ivoire’s Round Of 32 Exit appeared first on Complete Sports.

Arsenal star Declan Rice has declared that the current England squad features the best crop of penalty takers the nation has ever had. Heading into their FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout match against DR Congo, Rice expressed absolute confidence in the team’s shootout capabilities under manager Thomas Tuchel. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Kane, Mbappe Will [...] The post World Cup 2026: England Possess Strongest Group Of Penalty Takers –Rice appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles striker Akor Adams has been a major subject of Sevilla’s transfer news this summer, with his future hanging in the balance, Soccernet.ng reports. ​The Nigerian striker has been linked with several clubs in recent weeks. Olympique Marseille in France, Venezia in Italy, and Sunderland in England have been touted as potential destinations, but […]

Cole Palmer has been told exactly what he must do to reach the very top level of the game, with a Chelsea legend weighing in on his recent struggles. The attacking midfielder enjoyed a spectacular breakthrough campaign at Stamford Bridge, earning widespread recognition as one of England’s most exciting talents in recent years. However, Palmer’s […] The post Cole Palmer Told What It Takes To Become A ‘Great Player’ As World Cup Snub Highlights Chelsea Star’s Dip In Form appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Liverpool are pushing forward with their summer recruitment plans and have reignited their interest in Portugal forward Pedro Neto ahead of potential transfer moves. The Reds have long admired Neto’s explosive pace and direct style of play, and that interest has now been revived as the club looks to strengthen its attacking options. Neto has […] The post Liverpool Revive Interest In Pedro Neto As Reds Also Chase World Cup Sensation appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Pascal Struijk has left Leeds United to join Brighton and Hove Albion, marking a significant departure for one of the club’s most reliable defenders. The Dutch centre-back had been a key figure at Elland Road, earning widespread respect for his consistency and composure across multiple seasons in Yorkshire. Struijk came through his development in England […] The post Pascal Struijk Completes Transfer From Leeds United To Brighton And Hove Albion appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Arsenal have made a direct approach to Bournemouth over a potential summer transfer for midfielder Alex Scott, according to transfer insider Fabrizio Romano. Romano confirmed that Arsenal initiated a conversation with Bournemouth to explore the conditions of a potential deal for the 22-year-old English midfielder. The enquiry comes after Arsenal were knocked back in their […] The post Arsenal Make Contact With Bournemouth Over Alex Scott After Bruno Guimaraes Setback appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Kylian Mbappé broke the record for most goals in World Cup knockout matches and moved within a single goal of Lionel Messi’s overall tournament mark, as his two goals led France to a dominant 3-0 win over Sweden at MetLife Stadium on Tuesday, ESPN reports. Mbappé’s first goal means he has scored nine goals in [...] The post World Cup 2026: Mbappe Scores Two Goals, Sets Record As France Ease Past Sweden In Round Of 32 Tie appeared first on Complete Sports.

Norway’s World Cup campaign continues to capture imaginations after Erling Haaland delivered another late, decisive goal to defeat Ivory Coast 2-1 in Arlington, Texas. The match at Dallas Stadium, attended by more than 69,000 fans, saw Haaland quiet for long stretches before producing the moment that mattered most in the 86th minute. Norway had conceded […] The post Erling Haaland’s Last-Gasp Strike Sends Norway Into World Cup Round Of 16 Against Brazil appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has advised Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane to reject reported interest from Barcelona and return to the Premier League to join the Red Devils. The Tottenham Hotspur legend is enjoying a remarkable season, in which he has scored 70 goals in all competitions for club and country. Read Also:EXCLUSIVE: What [...] The post Rooney: I Would Love Kane To Join Manchester United appeared first on Complete Sports.

Following a dramatic penalty shootout against Germany, Paraguay have confirmed their place in the July 4 World Cup quarter-final fixture in Philadelphia. The South American side edged through one of the tournament’s most tense shootouts, setting up a blockbuster Independence Day match at Lincoln Financial Field. However, fans hoping for a USA versus England showdown […] The post Paraguay Book Philadelphia Spot As France And Sweden Battle To Decide Their July 4 World Cup Opponent appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Roberto De Zerbi is rebuilding Tottenham from the ground up, but several players who endured frustrating campaigns are ready to make their mark next season. Spurs have already added Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi, Martin Dubravka, and Jan Paul van Hecke, with the latter arriving from Brighton in a £52million deal. The club are also set […] The post Dejan Kulusevski, James Maddison And Mohammed Kudus Among Five Tottenham Players Ready To Reclaim The Spotlight appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Erling Haaland’s late goal was enough to see Norway through to the Round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup 2026, eliminating the Côte d’Ivoire in a thrilling 2-1 match at Dallas Stadium, CNN reports. The goal took Haaland’s tally in the tournament to five goals, just one short of Argentina captain Lionel Messi. Following [...] The post World Cup 2026: Haaland Bags Late Winner As Norway Beat Côte d’Ivoire, Set Up Brazil Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.

Lobi Stars have appointed experienced coach Bala Nikyu as their new technical adviser ahead of the 2026/27 Nigeria National League, NNL, season. Nikyu has been handed the responsibility of leading the Makurdi-based club back to the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, after they narrowly missed out on promotion last season. The veteran tactician boasts a [...] The post NNL: Lobi Stars Name Nikyu New Technical Adviser appeared first on Complete Sports.