Former Danish tennis star Caroline Wozniacki has defended Aryna Sabalenka against ongoing criticism regarding her on-court mentality. Speaking about the Belarusian superstar, Wozniacki dismissed narratives that Sabalenka lacks mental toughness, pointing to her ability to repeatedly bounce back, her Grand Slam success, and her fierce competitiveness as true indicators of her elite mindset. Read Also:Cincinnati [...] The post Wozniacki Defends Sabalenka Against Criticism appeared first on Complete Sports.

With the 14th edition of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON 2026) set to take place in Morocco from 25 July to 16 August 2026, Nigeria’s Super Falcons will once again arrive as the continent’s benchmark in women’s football. The reigning champions will be aiming to defend their crown, secure a record-extending 11th continental [...] The post 7 Incredible Super Falcons WAFCON Records That Still Stand Tall appeared first on Complete Sports.

Manchester United legend Gary Pallister has advised the Red Devils to target Nottingham Forest defender Neco Williams to provide cover and competition for the injury-prone Luke Shaw. Shaw was the only United player to start every Premier League game last season, becoming just the fifth outfield player to have started all 38 top flight games [...] The post Williams Will Be Ideal Backup For Shaw –Pallister Tells Man United appeared first on Complete Sports.

Victor Boniface returned a long injury spell last campaign and bagged a brace in Bayer Leverkusen’s 7-0 win against German fifth division side, Sportfreunde Baumberg in their first pre-season game on Saturday. Also on target for Leverkusen was Boniface’s Nigerian teammate Nathan Tella. Boniface came off the bench to put Leverkusen 4-0 up in the [...] The post Boniface Bags Brace, Tella Scores As Leverkusen Thrash Lower Division Side 7-0 In First Pre-season Game appeared first on Complete Sports.

Arsenal’s summer transfer activity is expected to be heavily influenced by the 2026 World Cup, with the tournament creating both opportunities and complications for clubs across Europe. The World Cup, hosted across North America this summer, will see numerous Arsenal players involved deep into the tournament, potentially shortening their pre-season preparation time significantly. Clubs like […] The post How The 2026 World Cup Could Shape Arsenal’s Summer Transfer Window appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface played his first game for Bayer Leverkusen since returning to the club in July, Soccernet.ng reports. ​The Nigerian marksman spent last season on loan at Werder Bremen, but he was restricted by injury problems throughout his time there. After a grueling year, he returned to Leverkusen this July. ​Boniface was […]

New Real Madrid signing Marc Cucurella has pledged that if Spain wins the World Cup 2026, he will get a tattoo of manager Luis de la Fuente’s face on his body. Cucurella made the bold vow leading up to the final against Argentina on Sunday. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Laporte Warns Spain Of Argentina’s Provocative [...] The post Cucurella: I’ll Retire, Get A Tattoo If Spain Win World Cup 2026 appeared first on Complete Sports.

Arsenal are closing in on a summer move for Newcastle United midfielder Bruno Guimaraes, with the Brazilian reportedly keen to leave St James’ Park this window. The Gunners have been tracking Guimaraes for some time, and interest is expected to accelerate following the conclusion of the World Cup this summer. Manchester United had also been […] The post Dwight Yorke Questions Whether Bruno Guimaraes Is Good Enough To Fire Manchester United To Premier League Title appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Former Spain manager Vicente del Bosque has warned the national team against taking Argentina lightly in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final, describing them as a “real nuisance” and highlighting their tactical discipline. Del Bosque acknowledged Spain’s tournament edge but urged caution based on Argentina’s fighting spirit and experience. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Winners To [...] The post World Cup 2026: Stay Alert Against Battle Hardened Argentina –Del Bosque Warns Spain appeared first on Complete Sports.

Turkish Super Lig club Beşiktaş have reportedly turned down a €7 million offer from Saudi Arabian side Al Diriyah for Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi, according to Turkish newspaper Milliyet. The Black Eagles are said to value the experienced midfielder at €10 million, and are unwilling to sanction his departure unless their asking price is [...] The post Beşiktaş Turn Down Saudi Bid For Ndidi appeared first on Complete Sports.

Alan Shearer has branded FIFA’s third-place play-off ‘meaningless’ ahead of England’s meeting with France this evening. England’s defeat by Argentina in Wednesday’s semi-final ended their hopes of reaching Sunday’s World Cup final against Spain in New Jersey. Instead, the Three Lions will travel to Miami to face France, who lost 2-0 to Spain on Tuesday, [...] The post World Cup Third-Place Play-Off Should Be Scrapped —Shearer appeared first on Complete Sports.

Graeme Souness has gone public with a story involving an England footballer who he claims was extremely rude during an encounter at a restaurant in Dubai. The former Liverpool and Scotland captain is well known for speaking his mind, and this latest revelation is entirely consistent with his straight-talking public reputation. Souness did not shy […] The post Graeme Souness Names England Star Who Left Him Stunned With Rude Behaviour At Dubai Restaurant appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Emmanuel Fernandez has said he is not considering a move away from Scottish Premiership giants Rangers, Completesports.com reports. Fernandez arrived Ibrox from English League One club Peterborough United for £3.5million last summer. The 24-year-old quickly established himself as a key figure in the Rangers squad and was voted the club’s Player of the Season. The [...] The post Fernandez Plays Down Rangers Exit Talk appeared first on Complete Sports.

Barcelona and Spain legendary midfielder Xavi Hernandez has said he is interested in branching out into international management, and won’t mind coaching a team at the Euros, Asian Cup and even the Africa Cup of Nations. Xavi spent just under three seasons at Barcelona before he was relieved of his duties in May 2024, following [...] The post Xavi Open To Coaching At AFCON appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Super Eagles and Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper Daniel Akpeyi has explained how Stanley Nwabali’s return to Chippa United could pave the way for a return to the national team, Soccernet.ng reports. Nwabali established himself as Nigeria's first-choice goalkeeper at the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast, where his impressive performances helped the Super Eagles reach the final, before they were defeated by […]

Macclesfield FC are set to face Wolverhampton Wanderers in what promises to be a thrilling and historic cup encounter for the non-league side. The tie represents a significant moment for Macclesfield, who have worked hard to rebuild as a club in recent years following their reformation from the ashes of the old club. Wolverhampton Wanderers […] The post Macclesfield FC Host Wolverhampton Wanderers In Mouth-Watering FA Cup Clash appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Trabzonspor have slapped a €30 million price tag on Paul Onuachu amid transfer interest, Completesports.com reports. The Nigeria international has been strongly linked with a move away from Papara Park this summer. Trabzonspor have rejected two separate offers from Fenerbahçe. Fenerbahçe’s Istanbul rivals, Beşiktaş are observing the situation,and have not yet made a proposal. Saudi [...] The post Trabzonspor Demand €30m For Onuachu appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles invitee Gift Orban is closing in on another move with the Nigerian striker set to join newly promoted Turkish Süper Lig club Amedspor on a season-long loan from Bundesliga side TSG Hoffenheim, Soccernet.ng reports. The transfer has reached an advanced stage after Hoffenheim and Amedspor reached a full verbal agreement over the deal […]

D’Tigers assistant captain Michael Eric has set his sights on helping Nigeria qualify for the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup, reports Completesports.com. David Fizdale’s side completed a flawless campaign at the African qualifiers in Luanda, Angola winning all three games. The impressive turnaround saw Nigeria finish the group phase with a 4-2 record and secure [...] The post D’Tigers Assistant Captain Targets World Cup Place, Seeks To Uncover Basketball Talents appeared first on Complete Sports.

Celtic are reportedly turning their attention to Claudio Bragan as the ongoing mass exodus from Hearts continues to reshape the Scottish football landscape this summer. The Hoops have been active in the transfer market, with the club’s recruitment team identifying targets across Europe to bolster their squad ahead of another domestic and European campaign. Bragan […] The post Celtic Target Claudio Bragan As Hearts Face Summer Mass Exodus appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Super Eagles forward Olakunle Olusegun has completed a permanent move to Russian Premier League club FC Rostov, ending his five-year association with FC Krasnodar, Soccernet.ng reports. The transfer was officially confirmed on Friday, July 17, with Rostov signing the 24-year-old winger on a three-year contract that will keep him at the club until June 30, […]

Super Eagles winger Nathan Tella has been handed a major boost ahead of the new season after Bayer Leverkusen coach Carles Martínez assured him of an important role in his plans, Soccernet.ng reports. Tella endured a frustrating 2025/26 campaign at the BayArena, with injuries severely limiting his impact and preventing him from building momentum. The […]

Journalist Ben Jacobs has linked Tottenham Hotspur with a serious interest in signing West Ham United winger Crysencio Summerville this summer. The Netherlands international looks set to depart West Ham following their relegation from the Premier League down to the Championship this season. Summerville’s situation has attracted significant attention from several top clubs, with a […] The post Tottenham Target Crysencio Summerville As Winger Hunt Intensifies Following Record-Breaking Transfer Window appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Turkish club Bursaspor have completed the signing of Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho, ending Celtic's hopes of keeping the former Manchester City forward, Soccernet.ng reports. The 29-year-old has signed a three-year contract with the ambitious Turkish side after negotiations with Celtic collapsed in dramatic fashion. The move comes as a surprise, especially after reports from […]

Manchester United are preparing to make a formal bid for midfielder Mani Kone as the club looks to strengthen ahead of next season. The French midfielder has attracted significant attention from several top European clubs, with United keen to push through a deal quickly. United’s recruitment team has been monitoring Kone closely, viewing him as […] The post Mani Kone Transfer Talk Heats Up As Manchester United Plot Ambitious Summer Bid appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Trabzonspor defender Chibuike Nwaiwu is closing in on a permanent move to Premier League side Fulham, Completesports.com reports. According to Sky Sport, Fulham have tabled a €27 million bid for the Nigerian centre-back, while Trabzonspor are holding out for €30 million. The two clubs are believed to be close to reaching an agreement, with the [...] The post Super Eagles Defender Nears Fulham Move appeared first on Complete Sports.

New York City FC has confirmed that Etihad Park will officially open on July 17, 2027, marking the start of the club’s 2027-28 Major League Soccer season. The announcement was made by team CEO Brad Sims at a Major League Soccer event held in conjunction with this weekend’s World Cup final. The stadium opening comes […] The post New York City FC’s Etihad Park Set To Open Its Doors On July 17, 2027 appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Opta supercomputer has tipped Spain to beat reigning champion Argentina in the final of the World Cup 2026 on Sunday, TNT Sports reports. Ahead of the epic encounter, the supercomputer has given Spain a 59% chance of lifting the trophy in New Jersey on Sunday, while Argentina have a 41% chance of glory. For the [...] The post World Cup 2026: Supercomputer Predicts Spain vs Argentina Final appeared first on Complete Sports.

Los Angeles plays host to one of Major League Soccer’s most electric rivalries on Friday night as the Galaxy welcome LAFC to Dignity Health Sports Park. The fixture, famously dubbed “El Tráfico,” is one of the most anticipated matchups in the MLS calendar and takes place twice a year between the two crosstown clubs. Friday’s […] The post Marcos Reus And Galaxy Host LAFC In Sold-Out El Tráfico Rivalry Clash appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Malawi captain, Tabitha Chawinga, has jokingly pleaded with the Super Falcons not to inflict a heavy defeat on her team when the two sides clash in their opening Group C game at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Rabat, Morocco. The Super Falcons have been drawn alongside Malawi, Zambia and Egypt, and will [...] The post WAFCON 2026: Please Don’t Beat Us 5-0, 1-0 Is Enough —Malawi Captain Pleads With Super Falcons appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigeria striker Gift Orban is on the verge of joining newly promoted Turkish Süper Lig club Amedspor on loan for the 2025/26 season, Completesports.com reports. According to reports from Turkey, Amedspor have reached an agreement with Bundesliga outfit TSG Hoffenheim and the player over a season-long loan deal that includes an option to make the [...] The post Orban Set For Loan Move To Turkish Club appeared first on Complete Sports.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has already linked up with a select number of his squad in Marbella ahead of the official pre-season start on Monday. The Spanish coach and his players are preparing together in Spain before the full group returns for the formal beginning of pre-season preparations. Arsenal have been relatively quiet in the […] The post Christos Tzolis Meets Arsenal Teammates As Mikel Arteta Faces Defining Pre-Season To-Do List appeared first on Gooner Daily.

England manager Thomas Tuchel has admitted that a gap remains between the Three Lions and serial tournament winners like Argentina, France, and Spain. Speaking ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 third-place playoff, Tuchel noted that traditional powerhouses like Argentina and France have established the expectation to win major trophies, whereas England is still in [...] The post World Cup 2026: England Must Learn To Close The Gap On Spain, Argentina, France appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Arsenal defender Nacho Monreal has named Morgan Rogers as one of the wingers Arsenal should sign this summer, stating that the Aston Villa man possesses all the necessary qualities to make a massive impact for the Gunners. Monreal praised the 23-year-old’s breakout performances, advocating that his style of play could fix the inconsistencies Arsenal [...] The post Monreal: Rogers Can Adapt To Arsenal’s Style Of Football appeared first on Complete Sports.