The United States kicked off their World Cup 2026 campaign in style, thrashing Paraguay 4-1 in an impressive opening night performance on home soil. Before that emphatic victory, US President Donald Trump sent manager Mauricio Pochettino a personal message of encouragement and belief ahead of the tournament. Trump was effusive in his praise of Pochettino, […] The post Donald Trump Backs Mauricio Pochettino And USMNT To Win World Cup 2026 appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Achraf Hakimi has declared Morocco ready for their Group C clash against Brazil, Competesports.com reports. The Atlas Lions will begin their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with a daunting encounter against Carlo Ancelotti’s Brazil on Saturday night. Hakimi, who helped Paris Saint-Germain win the UEFA Champions League title last month, is eagerly anticipating the blockbuster [...] The post 2026 World Cup: Morocco Ready For Brazil Test — Hakimi appeared first on Complete Sports.

President William Ruto has launched Shirikiana Sacco at Masinde Muliro University, describing it as a transformative cooperative initiative.

Arsenal are reportedly considering offloading forward Gabriel Martinelli this summer, with Saudi Pro League clubs continuing to show strong interest in the Brazilian. Transfer journalist Ben Jacobs shared a detailed update on X, outlining several potential outgoings and incoming targets as Arsenal look to reshape their attack. Martinelli, who managed just one Premier League goal […] The post Saudi Pro League Clubs Target Gabriel Martinelli As Arsenal Plan Summer Squad Overhaul appeared first on Gooner Daily.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup produced plenty of action on the pitch, but one of the tournament’s funniest moments early on Saturday morning happened away from the game, Soccernet.ng reports. The drama kicked off when Nigerian football shorts became the focus of a hilarious exchange involving streamer IShowSpeed, former Sweden striker Zlatan Ibrahimović and retired […]

Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed Neymar will miss Brazil’s opening game of the World Cup against Morocco on Saturday. The 34-year-old has been struggling with a calf injury and is yet to return to full training. Manager Ancelotti says the former Barcelona and Paris St-Germain forward will start training with the squad next week, making his [...] The post 2026 World Cup: Brazil Star Forward Ruled Out Of Morocco Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.

Raymond Jaravaza, Zimpapers Reporter TWO people died when two vehicles collided near Mbokodo Butchery along Plumtree Road on Friday evening. One of the passengers was seriously injured. Bulawayo Fire Brigade…

Fungai Muderere fungai.muderere@bmetro.co.zw CASTLE Lager Premier Soccer League (PSL) matchday 18 action serves up a number of intriguing fixtures this afternoon, with crucial points up for grabs across the country…

Former Kibaki-era Immigration Minister a Gideon Konchellah has died while undergoing treatment.

Gibson Mhaka gibson.mhaka@bmetro.co.zw GOVERNMENT and the media must strengthen collaboration to ensure citizens have access to accurate information and to counter the growing threat of misinformation and disinformation on social…

Arsenal are pushing to strengthen their attacking options this summer as they look to defend their Premier League title in convincing fashion. The club are lining up a £34million move for Club Brugge winger Christos Tzolis, who has been in electric form over the past two seasons. The 24-year-old Greek international has scored 43 goals […] The post Arsenal Target Christos Tzolis In £34m Deal With Morgan Rogers Pursuit Still On appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Peter Matika, peter.matika@chronicle.co.zw BULAWAYO has strengthened its grassroots response to the growing menace of drug and substance abuse after 80 community lay counsellors graduated from a two-month ‘Basic Counselling on…

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Boniface Mwangi has been elected party leader of the Ukweli Party during its Nairobi National Delegates Conference.

Nigeria international Joe Aribo has departed Sky Bet Championship side Southampton following the expiration of his contract. Aribo spent four years at St Mary’s Stadium after joining the Saints from Scottish Premiership club Rangers in 2022. The 29-year-old midfielder spent the second half of last season on loan at Leicester City, where he made six [...] The post Aribo Ends Four-Year Stay At Southampton appeared first on Complete Sports.

Bongani Ndlovu, bongani.ndlovu@chronicle.co.zw A BUILDING at Lalani Lodge in Bulawayo was gutted by fire on Friday night, with a double-storey thatched structure being razed by the inferno. Bulawayo Chief Fire…

The 2026 World Cup is underway, but several of the world’s most recognisable footballing names are watching the tournament from home rather than competing on the biggest stage. Cole Palmer has been one of the most exciting players in European football over the past two seasons, making his absence from the tournament a genuine talking […] The post Cole Palmer, Rodrygo And The Biggest Stars Missing From The 2026 World Cup appeared first on Gooner Daily.

LSK has vowed to pursue sponsors of political violence after goons disrupted a civil society budget dialogue forum at All Saints Cathedral in Nairobi.

Sikhumbuzo Moyo, smoyo@chronicle.co.zw Four candidates have been shortlisted for public interviews to fill a vacancy on the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) following the resignation of a commissioner. The candidates were…

The training from part of Kenya's efforts to combat money laundering and secure removal from the FATF grey list.

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Elon Musk has become the world's first trillionaire after SpaceX's record-breaking Nasdaq debut.

Nottingham Forest are reportedly making a move to sign Arsenal midfielder Fabio Vieira, who appears set to leave the Emirates Stadium permanently this summer. The Portuguese playmaker spent time on loan at Hamburg in the Bundesliga, where he caught the attention of clubs with his performances in Germany. Hamburg had been keen to keep Vieira […] The post Nottingham Forest Enter Race To Sign Arsenal Midfielder Fabio Vieira On Permanent Deal appeared first on Gooner Daily.

His contribution to Kenya's democratic journey was also highlighted, particularly his role in the push for multiparty democracy during the 1990s. He worked alongside opposition leaders including Kenneth Matiba and Martin Shikuku and served as the National Treasurer of FORD-Asili during the country's second liberation movement.

NCCK has condemned the disruption of a post-budget dialogue forum at All Saints Cathedral by alleged state-sponsored goons.

Former two-time heavyweight champion Hasim Rahman has described Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury as old fighters. The two Brits are expected to square off later this year, yet they must first come through their respective warm-up fights. Fury has already made his comeback by unanimously outpointing Arslanbek Makhmudov in April, but ‘The Gypsy King’ now [...] The post Joshua, Fury Are Both Old Fighters —Former Heavyweight Champion appeared first on Complete Sports.

Arsenal are building serious transfer momentum this summer, with respected journalist Fabrizio Romano providing a detailed update on four key attacking targets being pursued by the club. Romano posted on X confirming that Arsenal have made an initial approach for Club Brugge winger Christos Tzolis, a move first reported by the Athletic’s David Ornstein. The […] The post Fabrizio Romano Reveals Arsenal Advancing On Jeremy Monga Deal While Pursuing Christos Tzolis, Morgan Rogers And Bradley Barcola appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Brentford have announced the arrival of ex-Chelsea and Republic of Ireland winger Damien Duff as assistant manager, talkSPORT reports. Duff, who has been away from football since leaving his role as Shelbourne manager last year, will link up with Brentford boss and fellow Irishman Keith Andrews at the Premier League club. The pair will be [...] The post Ex-Chelsea Star Appointed Assistant Manager At Premier League Club appeared first on Complete Sports.

Francis Onyeka is set to join newly promoted Bundesliga club SV Elversberg on loan ahead of the 2026/27 season. According to transfer expert, Florian Plettenberg, talks between his club Bayer Leverkusen, and SV Elversberg are at an advanced stage. Onyeka On The Move Again “Francis Onyeka is on the verge of joining SV Elversberg. The [...] The post Onyeka Set To Join Bundesliga Club On Loan appeared first on Complete Sports.

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England were victims of a theft of their training equipment before their arrival in Kansas City on Saturday. The Football Association is trying to ascertain what was stolen, with balls and boots among the items feared to have been taken, after vehicles transferring equipment to their Swope Soccer Village base in Kansas City were broken [...] The post 2026 W/Cup: England Have Training Equipment Stolen appeared first on Complete Sports.

Morocco head coach Mohamed Ouahbi has expressed deep confidence and a fearless attitude ahead of their highly anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup Group C opener against Brazil in New Jersey. Ouahbi made it clear that while they highly respect the record five-time World Cup champions, the Atlas Lions are no longer underdogs. Despite missing key [...] The post 2026 World Cup: We’re Very Confident –Ouahbi Speaks Ahead Morocco Vs Brazil appeared first on Complete Sports.

Renowned football manager Rafa Benítez has disclosed that the 2026 World Cup is incomplete without Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen. Recall that Nigeria suffered several setbacks during the group stages and final qualifying rounds of the 2026 World Cup, dropping points in crucial fixtures. Read Also:Senegal Can Reach Semi-Finals Of 2026 World Cup –Giresse Eagles [...] The post 2026 World Cup Is Incomplete Without Osimhen –Benitez appeared first on Complete Sports.

Clint Dempsey, the United States men’s national team’s joint all-time leading scorer, has delivered a sharp rebuke to Canada coach Jesse Marsch over comments about American players. Marsch sparked controversy this week by suggesting that US players sometimes needed to be persuaded to sing the Star-Spangled Banner before matches. Speaking ahead of Canada’s World Cup […] The post Clint Dempsey Fires Back At Jesse Marsch Over US National Anthem Criticism appeared first on Gooner Daily.

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Tottenham’s summer rebuild is taking shape under Roberto De Zerbi as the club works to completely overhaul its defensive options ahead of next season. The Italian head coach has already secured two significant free transfers, bringing Champions League winner Andy Robertson from Liverpool and Marcos Senesi from Bournemouth to north London. Robertson, 32, spent eight […] The post Tottenham Target Jan Paul Van Hecke As Andy Robertson And Marcos Senesi Lead Roberto De Zerbi’s Defensive Rebuild appeared first on Gooner Daily.