Ghana will be chasing history today (Thursday) as they target their first ever victory over rivals Côte d’Ivoire in the AFCON qualifiers when both sides meet in the 2027 opener in Bouaké. Today’s Group C clash at the Stade de la Paix is actually the third time both nations have been drawn together in qualifiers [...] The post 2027 AFCONQ: Ghana Target First-Ever Win Over Côte d’Ivoire In AFCON Qualifiers appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Seattle Sounders ended a painful 13-game winless streak with a commanding 2-0 victory over Real Salt Lake on Wednesday night at home. Danny Musovski broke the deadlock in the 48th minute, slotting home a composed finish from outside the 18-yard box shortly after the interval. Albert Rusnák then added a second goal against his […] The post Danny Musovski And Albert Rusnák Both Score Against Former Club As Seattle Sounders End Lengthy Winless Run appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Eric Chelle could spring a tactical surprise when Nigeria's Super Eagles begin their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign against Madagascar in Uyo on Friday, Soccernet.ng reports. Victor Osimhen has been ruled out of the opening two qualifiers with a muscle injury suffered while playing for Galatasaray, forcing Chelle to rethink his attack. Taiwo […]

Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder Yasin Ayari has shared his thoughts on the long-term future of Nigerian youngster Zadok Yohanna at the club, Soccernet.ng reports. The 18-year-old was one of the most sought-after youngsters in Europe earlier this summer after impressing at Swedish side AIK, before completing a move to Brighton in a deal worth […]

Columbus Crew have dismissed reserve team coach Federico Higuain following a deeply troubling incident involving a female referee during an MLS Next Pro league match. Higuain refused to release the referee’s hand and told her “don’t forget this is a man’s game” during the incident, which drew widespread condemnation from across the sport. The coach […] The post Columbus Crew Sack Federico Higuain After Sexist Remark To Female Referee During MLS Next Pro Match appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has revealed the five Super Eagles legends he would select if he were picking a five-a-side squad, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Nigeria are set to kick off their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations campaign on Friday, and Iwobi, alongside the 23 players that the coach invited to the national team camp, has […]

When Nigeria vs Madagascar meet in Uyo on Friday, the record books will show a fixture largely controlled by the Super Eagles, Soccernet.ng reports. Five meetings have produced three Nigerian victories, one draw and just one Madagascar win. Yet it is that lone Madagascar victory that continues to cast the longest shadow. On June 30, […]

Alejandro Garnacho’s move to Aston Villa was one of the most talked-about transfers of the recent window, arriving with enormous expectations attached. The Argentine winger made his name at Manchester United, where his pace, directness, and eye for goal drew comparisons to some of the club’s most celebrated attackers. His decision to move to Villa […] The post Alejandro Garnacho Faces Defining Moment In His Aston Villa Career appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Alverca defender Isaac James is one of the new players in Eric Chelle's 24-man squad for the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, and he has given fans a taste of what to expect from him, Soccernet.ng reports. ​The 22-year-old defender has enjoyed a steady rise over the last four years. He moved to Lorient […]

Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has converted to Islam after reciting the Shahada in Qatar, Soccernet.ng reports. A video showing the Nigerian defender reciting the two testimonies of faith has since circulated on social media. The report by Al-Arab said Troost-Ekong declared his conversion while in Doha, where he currently plays for Qatar Stars […]

Super Eagles defender Ola Aina has reacted to coach Eric Chelle's decision to call up new left-back Isaac James for Nigeria's upcoming games against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Aina is returning to the Super Eagles fold for the first time since last September, when he sustained a severe hamstring injury that troubled him throughout […]

American money has become increasingly visible in British and European football, from club takeovers to major commercial partnerships. While this investment can provide clubs with valuable capital and international reach, it can also expose them to something supporters rarely think about: currency risk. When Football Money Crosses the Atlantic A football club may play its […] The post How US Owners and Sponsors Affect Football Clubs’ Currency Risk appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye is the only player out of the 24 invited to camp who is yet to join the rest of his teammates, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Okoye served as the first choice throughout the period that Stanley Nwabali was sidelined. He delivered brilliant displays against Poland and Portugal in June, appearing to have […]

Brighton made a statement in the Premier League by deploying a carefully constructed pressing system that caught Arsenal completely off guard throughout the match. Head coach Fabian Hurzeler has quickly established himself as one of the most tactically inventive managers in English football since taking charge at the Amex Stadium. The young German manager has […] The post Brighton And Fabian Hurzeler Disrupt Arsenal With Tactical Pressing Masterclass appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Chippa United goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has sent a cryptic message after returning to the Super Eagles squad for the first time since the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Soccernet.ng reports. The Chippa United goalkeeper posted a video from Nigeria's bronze-medal victory over Egypt at AFCON 2025 on his Snapchat, showing his penalty saves against Mohamed […]

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will begin their 2027 AFCON qualifying campaign against Madagascar on Friday evening, with Éric Chelle's side aiming to start Group L with a victory at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria will be without Victor Osimhen after the Galatasaray striker was ruled out with a muscle […]

Super Eagles newboy Moses Usor has revealed what fans should expect from him as he prepares to make his debut for the national team, Soccernet.ng reports. Usor has enjoyed a remarkable rise in his career in recent years since joining Austrian side LASK in 2024. The 24-year-old helped the club win the Austrian league and cup […]

The Old Firm derby remains one of the most fiercely contested fixtures in world football, with Celtic and Rangers facing off in the Scottish Premiership. Both Glasgow clubs carry enormous weight into every meeting, with bragging rights, title ambitions, and passionate fan bases all riding on the result. The Scottish Premiership title race gives this […] The post Celtic Take On Rangers In Fiery Scottish Premiership Old Firm Clash appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Super Eagles and Trabzonspor striker Paul Onuachu has explained why his Southampton spell failed, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigeria international points to three major factors including the January transfer, uncertainty over the club’s system and frequent changes of coaches as being responsible for his struggles with the Saints. Onuachu made the comments in an interview with […]

Super Falcons defender Shukurat Oladipo has revealed what she hopes to achieve with AS Roma as they begin their 2026-27 UEFA Women’s Champions League campaign against Leuven today, Soccernet.ng reports. The Italian side will kick off their campaign against Belgian counterparts Leuven at the Dem Dreef Stadium, hoping to start with a positive result. Roma made their Champions League […]

Super Eagles and Trabzonspor striker Paul Onuachu has revealed the three goals that stand out most in his career, Soccernet.ng reports . The Nigeria international has 218 career goals in 472 games for club and country across spells in Denmark, Belgium, England and Turkey. Still, Onuachu names his famous strike against Manchester United, his first […]

Nigeria's relationship with Nike has produced some of the most recognizable shirts in African football, but this latest one for the Super Eagles has raised eyebrows, Soccernet.ng reports. From the instantly iconic 2018 World Cup jersey to the more experimental 2020 design, the Super Eagles have rarely lacked personality since the American sportswear giant became […]

Kylian Mbappe has confirmed that Liverpool came close to signing him during his breakthrough season at Monaco back in 2017. The Real Madrid forward disclosed that discussions took place when Jurgen Klopp was managing the Premier League club, making the revelation in an interview with The Athletic. Mbappe was emerging as one of Europe’s most […] The post Kylian Mbappe Reveals Why He Turned Down Liverpool Move Despite Transfer Being “Close” appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Arsenal are exploring a significant redevelopment of their training facilities at London Colney, though plans are understood to still be at an early stage. The club is believed to be considering a new purpose-built hub designed specifically for the men’s first team, representing a major upgrade to their current setup. Reports suggest the development could […] The post Arsenal Explore Major London Colney Training Ground Redevelopment Plans appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Arsenal are pushing hard in the January transfer window, with several key deals reportedly at various stages of negotiation and agreement. A major transfer agreement is said to have been reached by the club, though full details of the specific player involved remain part of ongoing negotiations between the parties. The north London side have […] The post Arsenal Close In On Julio Alvarez Loan As Transfer Conditions Emerge appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Nigeria's Super Eagles have begun their preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, Soccernet.ng reports. Chippa United star Stanley Nwabali and Charlton Athletic shot-stopper Arthur Okonkwo are the only goalkeepers in camp as Udinese ace Maduka Okoye waits to join the squad. Nwabali joined the Super Eagles camp on Tuesday evening taking the […]

The Super Eagles will hold their first training session ahead of Friday’s 2027 AFCON qualifier against Madagascar on Tuesday, with Éric Chelle set to begin his tactical preparations for the crucial Group L opener, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria opened camp in Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom, on Monday, with 20 players already in camp as the squad […]

Estac Troyes goalkeeper Zacharie Boucher was seen training with the rest of the Madagascar squad ahead of their AFCON 2027 qualifiers clash against the Super Eagles of Nigeria, Soccernet.ng reports. The 34-year-old, born in Saint-Pierre, Reunion, France, has played in the top two tiers of French football throughout his career before getting a debut call-up […]

Amedspor have placed a clear €3 million price tag on Gift Orban’s potential permanent transfer, Soccernet.ng reports. Club president Nahit Eren has revealed that the deal with Hoffenheim becomes mandatory if the Nigerian striker scores 10 goals. According to details shared by Turkish outlet FutbolArena, Amedspor are paying €500,000 to loan Orban and the forward […]

Inter Miami’s new head coach Kily Gonzalez endured a frustrating MLS debut as San Diego FC claimed a 2-2 draw at Chase Stadium on Saturday night. Goals from Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez had appeared to set up a winning start for the Argentine manager, but Danish winger Anders Dreyer had other ideas entirely. Dreyer […] The post Anders Dreyer Double Denies Lionel Messi And Inter Miami As Kily Gonzalez’s MLS Debut Ends In Draw appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Brentford defender Michael Kayode has revealed that Nigeria approached him before he accepted his first senior Italy call-up, Soccernet.ng reports. The former Fiorentina star, however, maintains that he never seriously considered switching national teams, despite the lure of the three-time African champions. The 22-year-old was named in Roberto Mancini’s Italy squad for the upcoming UEFA […]

Federico Higuaín, head coach of Columbus Crew 2, is at the centre of a growing controversy involving a female match official and allegations of physical abuse and sexism. The Professional Soccer Referees Association has publicly condemned MLS NEXT Pro for what it describes as an inadequate punishment handed to Higuaín following the incident. The PSRA […] The post Professional Soccer Referees Association Condemns MLS NEXT Pro Over Federico Higuaín Suspension Length appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Nigeria's Super Eagles will begin their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign without Victor Osimhen, but Eric Chelle still has seven players in his squad valued at €18 million or more, Soccernet.ng reports. Osimhen was initially named in Chelle's squad but was ruled out of the opening qualifiers after suffering a thigh injury while […]

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will begin their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign against Madagascar on Friday, September 25, with several Barea players capable of causing problems for Chelle's men, Soccernet.ng reports. The Super Eagles will enter the contest without Victor Osimhen, who was ruled out of the September qualifiers after suffering a […]

The Super Eagles are set to take on Madagascar in their opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match on Friday, and preparations are already underway, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Nigerian fans last saw the Super Eagles in action back in June, when they faced Portugal in an international friendly ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Having […]

Arsenal have made a blistering start to the 2025-26 season, winning seven of their opening eight matches to firmly establish themselves as genuine title contenders. The Gunners have looked sharp and purposeful across multiple competitions, with the squad demonstrating the kind of depth and consistency that Mikel Arteta demands from his players. Martin Odegaard has […] The post Martin Odegaard Leads Arsenal’s Stellar Start As Transfer Gap Becomes Clear appeared first on Gooner Daily.