Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has called for calm amid growing optimism, insisting that autumn is far too early to judge any team’s true prospects. Iraola stressed that league positions carry little weight at this stage of the campaign, advising against drawing firm conclusions before every side has faced one another. Read Also:Man United Interested In [...] The post ‘It’s Still October’ –Iraola Urges Patience Despite Liverpool’s Strong Form appeared first on Complete Sports.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has reinforced his firm stance on maintaining high standards at Arsenal, admitting he held teenage prospect Max Dowman strictly accountable following a recent full-time encounter. Speaking ahead of the Gunners’ high-stakes Premier League clash against Liverpool, the Arsenal manager made it clear that youth status offers no exemption from squad discipline. [...] The post Arteta Warns Dowman Over Discipline, Standards Ahead Of Liverpool Trip appeared first on Complete Sports.

Niger Tornadoes extended their unbeaten run in the Nigeria Premier Football League ,NPFL, to five matches following a goalless draw against Barau FC on Friday. The Ikon Allah Boys have now recorded three wins and two draws in their last five league outings. Barau FC, meanwhile, stretched their unbeaten run to four matches after holding [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: Niger Tornadoes Maintain Unbeaten Run After Barau FC Draw appeared first on Complete Sports.

Kun Khalifat FC defender Ebuka Okoro has declared that his team is fully confident of securing a positive result when they take on nine-time champions Enyimba in their upcoming Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) encounter. The Owerri-based outfit enter the clash sitting 16th on the league standings after registering three wins, three draws, and four [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: ‘High Spirits And Ready’ –Kun Khalifat Defender Confident Team Can Secure Positive Result Against Enyimba appeared first on Complete Sports.

Mikel Arteta has provided the latest injury update on Bukayo Saka, Noni Madueke and Christos Tzolis ahead of his side’s trip to Anfield to face Liverpool on Sunday afternoon. The boss was quizzed on long and short-term fitness issues for defenders, midfielders and forwards, and there was plenty of positive news before our Premier League [...] The post Liverpool vs Arsenal: Arteta Gives Injury Update On Saka, Madueke, Tzolis appeared first on Complete Sports.

Leeds United are reportedly preparing a move for Super Eagles defender Zaidu Sanusi when the January transfer window opens. According to Football Insider, Daniel Farke’s side are keen to strengthen their left-back position and have identified the Nigerian international as one of their key targets. Sanusi is expected to provide competition for Sweden international Gabriel [...] The post Premier League Club Chase Zaidu Sanusi appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former world champion Paulie Malignaggi has issued a stern warning to Anthony Joshua ahead of his showdown with Tyson Fury, predicting that Fury will secure a stoppage victory due to growing concerns over Joshua’s punch resistance. Both heavyweights recently warmed up for their blockbuster clash with victories in July, as Fury eased to a stoppage [...] The post Malignaggi Predicts Stoppage Win For Fury Over Joshua appeared first on Complete Sports.

Manchester United have been linked with a move for Nigeria international Calvin Bassey after being impressed by his performances this season for Fulham. Bassey has been one of the standout performers for Alvaro Arbeloa’s side, showing his quality and consistency despite Fulham’s struggles. His influence has grown to the point where he has also been [...] The post Man United Interested In Bassey appeared first on Complete Sports.

Warri Wolves have declared their player, Ezegbu Divine Justice, missing following his unexplained absence from the team’s camp. According to the Seasiders, Justice has been away from the club’s camp for the past three weeks without official permission or any form of communication with the management. The Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, side disclosed that [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: Warri Wolves Declare Ezegbu Justice Missing appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigeria's Flamingos meet Venezuela in the U-17 Women's World Cup quarter-final on Sunday at 19:00 WAT, after beating Mexico 2-1 in the last 16.

Super Eagles defender Semi Ajayi is expected to start at centre-back as Hull City host Ipswich Town at the MKM Stadium on Saturday at 16:00 WAT.

Nigeria's Olympic Eagles face a DR Congo outbreak of Ebola that could move the first leg of their U-23 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier from Lubumbashi.

Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle faces the Tanzania double-header with Nigeria having conceded in each of their last five games, including the 3-0 loss to Guinea-Bissau.

Atlético Madrid coach Diego Simeone is reportedly lining up Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman on the left of a 4-3-3 to bring back the form of his first half-season.

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen faces compatriot Chidozie Awaziem as league leaders Galatasaray visit Konyaspor on Friday at 18:00 WAT.

Eight matches without a win, a 3-0 thumping by Bournemouth, and a 14th-place Premier League standing have left Michael Carrick under severe pressure at Old Trafford. The problems do not stop there, with Benjamin Sesko now expected to miss competitive football until at least January 2027 due to a persistent shin injury that has refused […] The post Manchester United’s Deepening Crisis Puts Dominic Calvert-Lewin In Unlikely January Spotlight appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Super Eagles defender Chidozie Awaziem has said he is proud of his first career brace, which gave Konyaspor a 2-0 win over Gençlerbirliği.

Rangers were knocked out of the CAF Champions League by MC Alger, who turned a 2-0 first-leg deficit into a 3-2 aggregate win with three second-leg goals.

Super Eagles midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru came off the bench to set up Tijjani Noslin's second goal as Lazio won 6-2 at Sassuolo and stayed top of Serie A.

Former Italy international Marco Borriello has named Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen as a possible Juventus target, but a reported €70m clause stands in the way.

FIFA has approved a Normalisation Committee to run the NFF until elections, with the Super Eagles' two AFCON qualifiers against Tanzania due in November.

Ajax have reportedly opened talks with Wolves over a permanent deal for Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare, with the Dutch club unwilling to go above €25m.

Rivers United, Enugu Rangers and Nasarawa United all have 17 points in the NPFL table, and Rivers host Rangers on Sunday 1 November.

Victor Osimhen's two goals in the Istanbul derby took him to 49 Süper Lig goals, tenth on Galatasaray's all-time league scoring list.

Nigeria sit second in AFCON 2027 qualifying Group L, three points behind Guinea-Bissau, with a double-header against co-hosts Tanzania due in November.

When Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal singles out an opponent as the toughest he has faced, it tends to carry some weight in transfer corridors. The teenager described RB Leipzig’s David Raum in stark terms: “David Raum has been the toughest opponent I’ve had to face. In the Euros, against Germany, he was tough to beat. A […] The post Lamine Yamal’s Tough Opponent David Raum Tops Manchester United’s January Defensive Wishlist appeared first on Gooner Daily.

A trip abroad for the Messi Cup has shone a spotlight on a quiet but significant milestone in Conor Henderson’s post-playing career at Arsenal. The 35-year-old completed his UEFA A License earlier this year, a qualification he pursued with support from the Football Association while working within Arsenal’s academy setup. Henderson is now part of […] The post Conor Henderson Earns UEFA A License As Arsenal Academy Journey Takes New Coaching Chapter appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Brighton's Nigerian forwards Femi Azeez and Zadok Yohanna are both listed out for Wednesday's Carabao Cup tie at Manchester City.

Turkish reports say Bursaspor are in talks with winger Henry Onyekuru over a half-season deal, but he cannot play an official match before January.

Super Eagles defender Semi Ajayi won both man-of-the-match awards in Hull City's 1-1 draw with Brentford and said a point at home is always positive.

FIFA's $2.5m preparation payment for each 2027 Women's World Cup team will not go to the NFF because the Super Falcons did not qualify.

Super Eagles defender Chidozie Awaziem scored twice for Konyaspor while Iheanacho, Orban, Olusegun, Okereke and Etim also scored for their clubs over the weekend.

Eric Chelle is head coach of both the Super Eagles and the Olympic Eagles, who play on the same two days in November, and the NFF has not said who will lead which side.

Being hooked at the interval of your first start is a brutal statement, and for Yang Min-hyeok, it has been followed by something even more uncomfortable: a very public dressing-down from his manager. Westerlo head coach Issame Charaï has openly questioned the South Korean winger’s application, raising fresh doubts about whether the Tottenham Hotspur-owned player […] The post Yang Min-hyeok Hauled Off At Half-Time As Westerlo Boss Delivers Damning Verdict On Tottenham Loanee appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Fulham host Crystal Palace in the Carabao Cup fourth round on Wednesday, with Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey looking to avenge September's 3-2 league defeat.

El-Kanemi Warriors lost 2-0 at Raja Casablanca and went out 4-2 on aggregate, with both goals coming after the 86th minute.