Bayelsa United technical adviser Abdu Maikaba is optimistic about guiding the club back to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) following their relegation to the Nigeria National League ,NNL, last season. The Yenagoa-based side are targeting an immediate return to the top flight after an encouraging pre-season campaign in which they recorded just one defeat [...] The post NNL: Maikaba Targets Immediate NPFL Return With Bayelsa United appeared first on Complete Sports.

Leeds United goalkeeper James Trafford has opened up about the emotional toll of his short-lived return to Manchester City, describing the mental frustration of losing his starting spot under Pep Guardiola. Trafford rejoined City from Burnley in a £27 million deal after a standout campaign and started the club’s opening three Premier League fixtures. However, [...] The post Trafford Breaks Silence On Manchester City Frustrations, Leeds Move appeared first on Complete Sports.

Japan captain Honoka Yotsumoto has vowed to lead her side to the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup title as the Little Nadeshiko aim to honour the legacy of former players. Japan will be making their fourth appearance in the tournament’s final, having previously reached the decisive stage in 2010, 2014 and 2016. Their only [...] The post 2026 U-17 WWC: Japan Ready to Make History Against Flamingos – Yotsumoto appeared first on Complete Sports.

Japan head coach Sadayoshi Shirai has acknowledged that his team faces a difficult challenge against Nigeria’s Flamingos in the final of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. The Japanese have enjoyed an unbeaten run in Morocco, conceding just two goals throughout the competition. Shirai’s side also had to overcome stern tests against Ghana and [...] The post 2026 U-17 WWC: Japan Coach Shirai Braces For Tough Flamingos Test appeared first on Complete Sports.

Genk striker Rafiu Durosinmi has six league goals this season but none in his last two games as Genk visit second-placed Union Saint-Gilloise on Sunday.

Galatasaray's confirmation of knee surgery for Victor Osimhen leaves Eric Chelle weighing Kelechi Iheanacho's Turkish form for the Tanzania qualifiers.

A remarkable seven Premier League clubs have sent scouts to watch AC Milan defender Koni De Winter in recent matches, underlining the growing buzz around the 24-year-old Belgian. Liverpool, Manchester United, and Chelsea are the highest-profile names in that group, but Newcastle, Tottenham, Leeds United, and Brentford have also had representatives present at his games. […] The post Seven Premier League Clubs Scout AC Milan’s Koni De Winter Ahead Of Potential Summer Move appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Chidozie Iwundu's header gave Rangers International a 1-0 win over Bendel Insurance, while the NPFL handed Rivers United a suspended fine and points penalty.

Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey are expected to feature for Fulham at Craven Cottage on Saturday against a Newcastle side missing Joelinton and the suspended Jacob Ramsey.

Moses Usor's assist in LASK's 4-0 win at home to Slovan Bratislava follows a scoring Super Eagles debut and adds to his case for the Tanzania games.

A 3-1 semi-final win over Brazil in Morocco, with Awawu Bashiru scoring twice, sends Nigeria's Flamingos into the U-17 Women's World Cup final against Japan.

Ajax's Jordi Cruyff says terms are settled on a permanent deal for the Wolves loanee, whose Midtjylland brace lifts his season tally to 12 goals.

Super Eagles forwards Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman are missing from CAF's 10-man Men's Player of the Year shortlist ahead of the Lagos ceremony on 7 December.

Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze has had successful hip surgery in London and will miss both AFCON qualifiers against Tanzania.

Football Insider reports that Leeds United are weighing a January move for Super Eagles defender Zaidu Sanusi, and his Porto contract situation may decide whether it happens.

Eintracht Frankfurt have placed a €35 million valuation on young defender Nnamdi Collins, making any potential transfer a significant investment for interested clubs. The Bundesliga club holds a strong negotiating position, having tied Collins to a contract that runs until June 2030, giving them little incentive to accept anything below their asking price. Frankfurt are […] The post Eintracht Frankfurt Set €35m Price For Nnamdi Collins As Premier League Giants Circle appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Stanley Nwabali and Maduka Okoye enter the Tanzania AFCON qualifiers with different club form, and Eric Chelle's squad list should settle the goalkeeper pecking order.

Manchester United’s academy has produced one of the most coveted teenage prospects in Europe, yet the club will not see him play a single senior minute in red. JJ Gabriel, the 16-year-old attacker, is now widely expected to complete a move to Real Madrid in January after a transfer battle involving some of the continent’s […] The post Real Madrid Beat Barcelona, Bayern Munich And PSG To Manchester United Teenager JJ Gabriel appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Tanzania are due in Uyo on 8 November, five days before the AFCON qualifier, while many Europe-based Super Eagles join after weekend club games.

The National Sports Commission says each Super Falcons player has received the naira equivalent of $100,000 for the Women's Africa Cup of Nations triumph.

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen leads 23rd-placed Galatasaray against unbeaten Stuttgart in a Champions League tie where the hosts need points.

Rivers United coach Finidi George said Rangers got a draw and should not complain, and that he was not pleased with their time-wasting in the 1-1 NPFL game.

Fulham and Crystal Palace are reportedly watching Trabzonspor defender Chibuike Nwaiwu ahead of January, but the Turkish club reportedly wanted €30m to €35m.

Super Eagles striker Umar Sadiq scored the only goal in Valencia's 1-0 win over Elche, six minutes after coming on in his return from a two-month injury.

Diego Simeone says he has a lot of faith in Ademola Lookman as the Super Eagles forward searches for form before Atlético Madrid face Bayern Munich.

Tanzania have named a 24-man squad for the two AFCON 2027 qualifiers against the Super Eagles, starting in Uyo on 13 November.

Weeks of mounting frustration over a lack of playing time had fuelled genuine speculation about Estêvão Willian’s Chelsea future, but Saturday afternoon at Stamford Bridge changed the conversation entirely. The 19-year-old Brazilian had slipped down Xabi Alonso’s attacking pecking order, according to reports published only days before the match, with unused appearances raising questions about […] The post Estêvão Willian Silences Exit Speculation With Standout Performance In Chelsea’s Rout Of Manchester United appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Super Eagles duo Terem Moffi and Raphael Onyedika both scored on Sunday, but Eintracht Frankfurt beat Hamburg 3-1 in the Bundesliga.

Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho is reported to be a Fenerbahçe target, but Bursaspor president Enes Çelik says only a very large offer would tempt the club.

Shooting Stars thrashed Abia Warriors 4-1 on NPFL Matchday 11 as Rivers United, Enugu Rangers, Bendel Insurance and Kano Pillars finished level on 18 points.

Manchester United are reported to be assessing Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey, whose Fulham contract expires in summer 2027.

Only one Group L place is open to Nigeria, Guinea-Bissau and Madagascar, and the tie-break rules put head-to-head results first.

Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye saved a penalty in Udinese's draw at Parma, ending a run of six straight league defeats.

Rafael Leão said Victor Osimhen gave him the ball for a penalty in Galatasaray's 4-0 win at Konyaspor, after Osimhen scored the opener.

A transfer battle for one of European football’s most coveted teenage talents is rapidly reaching a decisive moment ahead of the January window. JJ Gabriel formally requested a departure from Manchester United back in September, setting in motion a scramble among the continent’s biggest clubs to secure his signature. The 16-year-old has drawn serious interest […] The post JJ Gabriel’s September Exit Request Puts Real Madrid In Pole Position For Manchester United Teenager appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Two wins over Tanzania in November would lift the Super Eagles to nine points and set up a March decider with Guinea-Bissau in AFCON 2027 qualifying Group L.