Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) club Shooting Stars have announced that winger Ismail Ayodele is absent without leave (AWOL) after failing to report for pre-season duties, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Shooting Stars enjoyed a successful 2025/26 campaign in the Nigerian top flight, finishing third to secure their first continental qualification in 27 years. ​Preparations for the new […]

Brentford have joined Rangers in the race for Blackburn Rovers defender Ryan Alebiosu, Completesports.com reports. Rangers have identified Alebiosu as a potential replacement for former captain James Tavernier. Brentford, meanwhile, are reportedly targeting him as another option for Italy international Michael Kayode. Both clubs sent scouts to monitor the defender during a pre-season match, but [...] The post Brentford, Rangers Battle For Super Eagles Defender appeared first on Complete Sports.

Omari Rogers appears set to join Chelsea after agreeing to undergo a medical with the London club, dealing a significant blow to Arsenal’s reported interest. The move represents a major development in what had been one of the more closely watched transfer battles between the two London rivals this window. Chelsea have moved decisively to […] The post Omari Rogers Heads For Chelsea Medical As Arsenal Face Damaging Blow To Transfer Hopes appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Arsenal are considering John Stones as a short-term freebie fix if William Saliba’s injury proves to be serious. Saliba’s suspected back issue is yet to be assessed by the Gunners but there are fears he could be out for up to five months. The 25-year-old was forced off with the long-standing problem during France’s semi-final [...] The post Arsenal Linked With Shock Move For Former Man City Star appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former CAF Champions League winners Mamelodi Sundowns are plotting a move for Super Eagles forward Sunday Adetunji, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Sundowns are coming off a largely successful campaign that saw them win the CAF Champions League, though they narrowly missed out on the South African Premier League title to Orlando Pirates. ​As one of the wealthiest […]

Turkish Super Lig side Konyaspor have opened talks with Super Eagles defender Chidozie Awaziem over a potential summer move, Completesports.com reports. Awaziem is expected to leave French club Nantes following the Canaries’ relegation from Ligue 1 at the end of last season. According to Turkish outlet Spor Depor, Konyaspor are eager to strengthen their defence [...] The post Turkish Club Plot Move For Awaziem appeared first on Complete Sports.

FIFA has limited the World Cup 2026 final halftime break to 17 minutes, including an 11-minute musical performance. This decision serves as a major relief for Spain and Argentina, as initial projections feared the Super Bowl-style stage setup could stretch the intermission to as long as 30 minutes. Read Also:World Cup 2026: He Did Everything [...] The post FIFA Makes U-Turn, Changes Length Of World Cup 2026 Final Half-Time Show appeared first on Complete Sports.

Aston Villa have held talks with Chelsea over the possibility of signing both Nicolas Jackson and Alejandro Garnacho this summer, TEAMtalk reports. The discussions took place as part of the negotiations that are set to see Morgan Rogers move to Stamford Bridge in a British-record transfer, with Villa already planning how to reinvest as they [...] The post Aston Villa In Talks To Sign Two Chelsea Stars appeared first on Complete Sports.

England manager Thomas Tuchel has hailed Bukayo Saka after scoring a hat-trick in a thrilling 6-4 victory over France in the bronze medal match of the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Miami. In the post-match, Tuchel made a humorous admission that he was so caught up in the flow and demands of the match that [...] The post World Cup 2026: He Did Everything Right –Tuchel Hails Saka’s Hattrick Against France appeared first on Complete Sports.

Arsenal have reportedly secured the signature of Tottenham Hotspur youngster Elijah Upson, ending a summer pursuit that took several dramatic turns. The 18-year-old defender rejected a new contract offer from Spurs to cross north London and join their bitter rivals at the Emirates Stadium. Upson is the son of former Arsenal centre-back Matthew Upson, who […] The post Arsenal Complete Elijah Upson Signing As Morgan Rogers Joins Chelsea In Record Deal appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Newcastle legend Alan Shearer has backed Argentina to win the FIFA World Cup 2026 final against Spain. Pointing to their relentless fighting spirit and resilience in crucial moments, the England legend admitted that with Lionel Messi in their squad, Argentina possessed the unmatched drive needed to lift the trophy. Read Also:Wenger: World Cup 2026 Hydration [...] The post Shearer Tips Argentina To Win World Cup 2026 appeared first on Complete Sports.

Lionel Messi has seemingly hinted at a possible retirement just hours before playing for Argentina in the World Cup final, talkSPORT reports. The 39-year-old will lead his country out against Spain at the MetLife Stadium. Argentina are looking to become the first nation to win back-to-back World Cups since their South American rivals Brazil in [...] The post Messi Drops Retirement Hints Just Hours Before World Cup Final appeared first on Complete Sports.

Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk has revealed that Victor Osimhen played an important role in convincing French midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu to join the Turkish champions, Soccernet.ng reports. Speaking during an appearance on Tivibu Spor as related by TV100, Buruk explained how Osimhen personally reached out to the 22-year-old before the transfer was completed. The Galatasaray […]

Chelsea forward Cole Palmer has developed a reputation as one of the most composed and technically gifted players in the Premier League over recent seasons. His ability to deliver in big moments has made him a fan favourite at Stamford Bridge, where supporters have watched him grow into a genuinely world-class attacking talent. Off the […] The post Cole Palmer And Mia Fishel’s Relationship Brings Chemistry On And Off The Pitch For Chelsea appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Super Eagles and Fulham stars Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey could have another compatriot join them at Craven Cottage this summer, Soccernet.ng reports. Premier League side Fulham have reportedly stepped up their efforts to sign 22-year-old Nigerian centre-back Chibuike Nwaiwu. The young defender could be on the verge of the biggest move of his career […]

Wayne Devaney, a figure connected to Wolverhampton Wanderers Football Club, has passed away at the age of 63, having been born in 1962. The club formally announced the news, paying tribute to Devaney and acknowledging his contribution to Wolverhampton Wanderers. Wolverhampton Wanderers holds a long and storied history, with countless individuals playing roles behind the […] The post Wolverhampton Wanderers Pays Tribute To Wayne Devaney Following His Passing appeared first on Gooner Daily.

It will be the battle of the champions as Argentina, led by inspirational captain Lionel Messi, will face Spain in a FIFA World Cup 2026 final. This is no ordinary final, as Argentina stand on the brink of immortality. A victory would make them only the third team in history—and the first since the 1960s—to [...] The post Argentina Bid To Emulate Brazil, Italy Rare World Cup Feat Ahead Spain Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.

Carl Rushworth is reportedly pushing for a move to Coventry City, with the goalkeeper’s absence from a Brighton pre-season friendly raising further speculation about his future. The shot-stopper did not feature for Brighton in the friendly fixture, a notable omission that has done little to dampen transfer interest surrounding the young goalkeeper. Rushworth has been […] The post Carl Rushworth Pushes For Coventry City Transfer As Goalkeeper Sits Out Brighton Pre-Season Friendly appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Scottish giants Rangers are facing fresh competition in the race to sign Super Eagles defender Ryan Alebiosu, with clubs from the Bundesliga and Serie A also showing strong interest this summer, Soccernet.ng reports. Alebiosu enjoyed a breakthrough campaign after joining Blackburn Rovers from Belgian side Kortrijk last summer. The 24-year-old made 40 appearances in all competitions for Blackburn and […]

Celtic manager Martin O’Neill has opened up on Kelechi Iheanacho’s move to Turkish club Bursaspor, Completesports.com reports. Iheanacho spent last season at Celtic and made a big impression despite struggling with injuries for much of the campaign. However, the Scottish Premiership champions failed to retain the Nigeria international after allowing the one-year extension option in [...] The post O’Neill Speaks On Iheanacho’s Decision To Join Bursaspor appeared first on Complete Sports.

Kilmarnock produced a dramatic late comeback to defeat Elgin City in the League Cup, despite being reduced to ten men during the match. The result means Kilmarnock progress in the competition, showing considerable resilience after losing a player to what appeared to be a red card dismissal. Playing with a numerical disadvantage is one of […] The post Ten-Man Kilmarnock Snatch Late Winner Against Elgin City In League Cup Thriller appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Tottenham are preparing for another significant defensive overhaul as their summer rebuild under Roberto De Zerbi continues to take shape. Spurs have already moved to strengthen at centre-back, but the next major decision could involve allowing club captain Cristian Romero to leave. According to TEAMtalk, Tottenham hope to receive around £50m for the Argentina international […] The post Tottenham Prepare For Cristian Romero Sale With £50m Price Tag Set Amid European Interest appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Arsenal are reportedly closing in on another Newcastle United player, with talks said to be at an advanced stage heading into the summer transfer window. The Gunners have already shown a willingness to raid their Premier League rivals at St James’ Park, and a third signing from the northeast club would represent a significant statement […] The post Arsenal Target Third Newcastle United Star In Summer Transfer Window appeared first on Gooner Daily.

South Africa’s Dricus Du Plessis cruised to a dominant unanimous decision win over former welterweight champion Kamaru Usman at UFC, in Oklahoma, USA, on Saturday night, NY Fights reports. The judges scored the five-round main event 50-45, 49-46 and 49-46 in favor of the South African, who looked sharp from start to finish. From the [...] The post UFC: South Africa’s Du Plessis Secures Dominant Win Against Usman appeared first on Complete Sports.

Michael Olise made FIFA World Cup history for France as he recorded his seventh assist of the 2026 World Cup in their 6-4 loss against England, moving past Pelé to set a new record for the most assists in a single tournament, Bundesliga.com reports. The previous record at a single tournament was set by Brazilian [...] The post Olise Breaks Pele’s World Cup Assist Record In France Vs England 10-Goal Thriller appeared first on Complete Sports.

Kelechi Iheanacho's move to Turkish side Bursaspor has left Celtic manager Martin O'Neill surprised after admitting he believed the Nigerian striker was set to remain at Parkhead, Soccernet.ng reports. The Super Eagles forward completed a shock transfer to the ambitious Turkish second-tier club earlier this week, bringing an end to months of speculation surrounding his […]

Banyana Banyana goalkeeper Andile Dlamini is banking on experience to dethrone the Super Falcons of Nigeria, Completesports.com. Desiree Ellis’ side surrendered their continental crown to Nigeria at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. South Africa suffered a 2-1 defeat to the Super Falcons in the semi-final before finishing fourth after losing to Ghana’s Black [...] The post WAFCON 2026: Dlamini Confident South Africa Can Dethrone Super Falcons appeared first on Complete Sports.

Arsenal have identified Aston Villa midfielder Morgan Rogers as their primary attacking target ahead of the summer transfer window. The Gunners are reportedly keen to strengthen their forward options and believe Rogers represents an ideal profile for their system. Rogers has been one of the standout performers in the Premier League this season, catching the […] The post Arsenal Target Morgan Rogers As Their Priority Forward Signing This Summer appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Greek Super League club Aris are on the verge of completing the signing of Watford midfielder Tom Dele-Bashiru. The two clubs have reportedly reached an agreement on a transfer fee of £425,000 for the 26-year-old, paving the way for his move to Greece. Dele-Bashiru is expected to travel to Greece on Sunday before undergoing a [...] The post Watford Accept Aris Bid For Dele-Bashiru appeared first on Complete Sports.

Arsène Wenger has disclosed that the mandatory three-minute hydration breaks introduced at the FIFAWorld Cup 2026 have split opinions and will be reviewed by FIFA post-tournament. While some coaches praised the breaks for player welfare, critics argue they disrupt match momentum and serve as unscripted commercial slots for broadcasters. Read Also:Saka Scores Hat-trick As England [...] The post Wenger: World Cup 2026 Hydration Breaks Didn’t Affect Games appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Nigerian international Daniel Akpeyi has backed Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali for a recall to the national team following his return to competitive club football. Recall that Nwabali recently finalized a return to South African side Chippa United after about five months without competitive club football. Nwabali Rejoins Chippa United Akpeyi expressed that regaining [...] The post Akpeyi Backs Nwabali To Make Eagles Return appeared first on Complete Sports.

Arsenal’s summer transfer window has taken a significant turn after Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers opted to join Chelsea instead of heading to north London. The Athletic revealed that Chelsea have struck a £117 million deal for the 23-year-old, making it a record signing for the west London club. Xabi Alonso played an instrumental role in […] The post Morgan Rogers Chooses Chelsea In £117m Deal As Arsenal Miss Out On Aston Villa Star appeared first on Gooner Daily.