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 […]

Raphael Onyedika has been left out of Club Brugge’s Belgian Super Cup clash against Union St.Gilloise due to illness. Club Brugge announced the 22-man squad on their official website, confirming Onyedika’s absence as a result of ill health. The 25-year-old, whose contract has just one year remaining, has been strongly linked with a move away [...] The post Belgian Super Cup: Club Brugge Confirm Onyedika Out With Illness appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Super Falcons head into Saturday's crucial WAFCON 2026 Group C clash against Zambia under pressure after suffering a shock 3-2 defeat to Malawi in their opening game, Soccernet.ng reports. Justine Madugu's side were undone by the Chawinga sisters, Temwa and Tabitha, whose pace and ruthless finishing repeatedly exposed Nigeria's defensive frailties in Rabat. The […]

Iliman Ndiaye is not moving to Al-Hilal, as his father Mouhamadou Abdoulaye Ndiaye has confirmed that the Everton forward has no plans to join the Saudi club, prioritizing his career in Europe instead. Ndiaye explained that his son wants to focus on his career, win trophies with Senegal, and avoid a drop in his playing [...] The post Ndiaye’s Father: My Son Has No Plan To Join Al-Hilal appeared first on Complete Sports.

Lorenz Ferdinand, son of former England and Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand, has signed his first professional contract with Brighton and Hove Albion. Rio Ferdinand took to social media to celebrate the milestone moment, expressing his pride as his son takes his first steps into professional football. Brighton have developed a strong reputation for nurturing […] The post Rio Ferdinand Celebrates Son Lorenz Ferdinand’s First Professional Contract With Brighton appeared first on Gooner Daily.

The Scottish Premiership title race has long been defined by the rivalry between Celtic and Rangers, two clubs whose combined dominance has shaped the league for generations. For much of the modern era, the championship has rarely strayed beyond the hands of either half of the Old Firm, leaving other clubs fighting for the scraps […] The post Scottish Premiership Title Race Set To Reignite As Celtic And Rangers Dominate Once More appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has explained why he travelled to Yamoussoukro, Côte d'Ivoire, to watch Nigeria's Flying Eagles defeat Togo 3-0 in the 2026 WAFU B U-20 Championship, Soccernet.ng reports. The 48-year-old was among the spectators at the Lycée Scientifique Stadium on Friday as the defending champions secured their place in the semifinals […]

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has sent a strong signal that the club intends to significantly reduce its bloated defensive options this summer transfer window. According to BBC Sport, Chelsea are open to selling Axel Disasi, Benoit Badiashile, and Trevoh Chalobah as Alonso looks to reshape his squad. The Spanish tactician only recently took charge at […] The post Xabi Alonso Makes Defensive Cull Clear As Axel Disasi, Benoit Badiashile And Trevoh Chalobah Face Chelsea Exit appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Burna Boy has named former Super Eagles midfielder Austin Okocha as the greatest football player of all time. Many expected the conversation to end with either Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi, the two names that have dominated football debates for more than a decade. Read Also:Pinnick Backs Infantino’s Plan To Sell 20% [...] The post Okocha Remains The Real GOAT –Burna Boy appeared first on Complete Sports.

Bruno Guimaraes is refusing to push for a transfer to Arsenal, with the Brazilian midfielder choosing not to agitate for a move away from Newcastle United. The South American star has been heavily linked with a switch to the Emirates Stadium, but reports suggest he has no intention of forcing the issue behind the scenes. […] The post Bruno Guimaraes Refuses To Force Arsenal Move As Newcastle Hold Firm On Valuation appeared first on Gooner Daily.