Jules Kounde has no intention of leaving Barcelona despite growing interest from Premier League clubs ahead of the January transfer window. The French defender has found himself out of favour under head coach Hansi Flick, losing his regular starting berth in the Barcelona backline in recent months. Chelsea have been among the clubs linked with […] The post Jules Kounde Determined To Fight For Barcelona Place Despite Strong Premier League Interest appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Former Super Eagles head coach Gernot Rohr has placed Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi above Diego Maradona, Soccernet.ng exclusively reports. Rohr, who led the 2013 AFCON champions to a World Cup match against Argentina where they lost 2-1, has said that Messi is “perhaps even better” than the man he once played against. Now coach […]

Nigeria's head coach Eric Chelle’s decision to combine the Super Eagles and Olympic Eagles jobs is about to face its first major examination. This development arrives as Nigeria’s senior and U23 sides are scheduled for crucial competitive fixtures in the same November international window. The 47-year-old coach must steer the Super Eagles through a two-game […]

Super Eagles and Hradec Králové forward Abdullahi Umar was the unsung hero for Nigeria in their 3-3 draw against Russia at the Sovcombank Arena last night. The 19-year-old was one of nine players who made their debuts as Eric Chelle handed several new faces an opportunity against the hosts in Nizhny Novgorod. Umar was introduced […]

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have slipped to 30th in the latest FIFA men’s world ranking after a tough few weeks for Eric Chelle's men. The three-time African champions lost four places after a difficult international window that began with an encouraging victory over Madagascar but quickly unravelled with a heavy defeat in Guinea-Bissau. The October ranking, […]

Former Scotland and Rangers defender Kirk Broadfoot has revealed the qualities that make Super Eagles defender Emmanuel Fernandez stand out from others. Fernandez has enjoyed a stunning rise in his career and has taken his game to another level since joining Rangers from Peterborough United in the summer of 2025. The Super Eagles defender immediately […]

Valery Karpin was left fuming after Nigeria Super Eagles' remarkable late comeback denied Russia victory at the Sovcombank Arena in Nizhny Novgorod on Tuesday. Interestingly, that six-goal thriller also ended a five-year wait for the hosts to concede three goals in a single international match. The Super Eagles recovered from 3-1 down to draw 3-3 […]

Super Eagles boss Eric Chelle has explained Victor Osimhen’s absence from Nigeria’s 3-3 draw with Russia. The Franco-Malian tactician also addressed the Nigerian striker’s relationship with Galatasaray and defended his previous comments about a possible transfer. The Super Eagles produced a dramatic comeback at the Sovcombank Arena in Nizhny Novgorod on Tuesday, October 6, recovering […]

Lola Ogunbote has left Burnley after almost five years to join Chelsea Women as Head of Football Operations & Player Services. The Nigerian-born Briton announced the move after quietly beginning work with the London club earlier this summer. Her first three months have already included responsibility for some of Chelsea's most important logistical operations, from […]

Nigeria's Super Eagles produced a remarkable second-half comeback to rescue a 3-3 draw against Russia at the Sovcombank Arena on Tuesday. Coach Eric Chelle's men took an early lead through Kelechi Iheanacho but went into half-time 2-1 down courtesy of strikes from Lechi Sadulaev and Matvey Kislyak. Alexey Miranchuk then extended Russia's advantage early in […]

Nigeria's Super Eagles produced one of the most extraordinary comebacks of Eric Chelle's tenure on Tuesday in their international friendly match against Russia. The three-time African champions clawed their way back from 3-1 down to draw 3-3 with Russia at the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium. Kelechi Iheanacho gave the Super Eagles a dream start after only […]

Peter Edokpolor netted on debut as the Super Eagles rallied back to secure a 3-3 draw against Russia in an international friendly game on Tuesday. Nigeria had entered the final 20 minutes of the clash trailing by two goals, but Eric Chelle’s side scored twice to secure a 3-3 result and prevent another defeat. The […]

Nigeria have officially named a 21-player Flamingos squad for their 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup campaign in Morocco. Head coach Hakeem Busari is set to lead a new generation of young Nigerian stars onto the global stage. The squad is made up of three goalkeepers, seven defenders, five midfielders and six forwards, giving the […]

Russia and Nigeria meet at the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium on Tuesday as the Super Eagles look to end a difficult international window on a positive note. Eric Chelle’s side will face Russia in their second meeting in 16 months, with both teams having played out a 1-1 draw at Moscow’s Luzhniki Stadium in June 2025. […]

Super Eagles boss Eric Chelle has included five players in line to make their senior international debuts in Nigeria's starting lineup for this afternoon's clash with Russia. More details shortly.

Super Eagles and Brøndby IF forward Emmanuel Dennis has been handed another lifeline at the Danish club after the club failed to ship him out in the summer transfer window. The 28-year-old has struggled to find stability at any club since his time with Belgian side Club Brugge. Dennis has had stints with Watford, FC […]

Riccardo Calafiori marked a landmark moment in his international career on Monday, scoring his first goal for Italy in a 3-1 victory over Turkiye. The Arsenal left-back had been a regular starter for the Azzurri when fit and available, yet had never previously found the net for his country before this week. Calafiori chose a […] The post Roberto Mancini Hails Riccardo Calafiori As A “Leader” After Emotional First Italy Goal appeared first on Gooner Daily.

In Liberia, football has always been one of the social elements that bring people together. Through the various types of games – from domestic football games to international games – football provides an opportunity for interaction and sharing experiences among fans. However, the dynamics of the way fans interact with football are evolving through time. […] The post A New Era of Fan Culture: How Liberia Is Connecting Football, Entertainment and the Moment appeared first on Gooner Daily.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria came under fire for their failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but the situation could have easily turned out differently. The three-time African Champions started the qualification process on a poor note, failing to secure a victory under former coaches Jose Peseiro and Finidi George. Eric Chelle […]

Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen is edging closer to a Galatasaray return after continuing his rehabilitation in Nigeria, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigeria international is targeting a carefully managed comeback against Kasımpaşa before Galatasaray's Champions League showdown with Barcelona. Left out of Nigeria's Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau, Osimhen spent part of […]

The Super Eagles return to action on Tuesday when they face Russia in an international friendly, with several familiar faces set to attract attention in Nizhny Novgorod, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria are looking for a response after their disappointing 3-0 defeat to Guinea-Bissau in their latest AFCON 2027 qualifier. Eric Chelle's side will now take on […]

Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho has revealed the inspiration behind his decision to play for the Nigerian national team as he prepares for a possible return against Russia on Tuesday, Soccernet.ng reports. Iheanacho received his first call-up to the Super Eagles setup since the 2025 Unity Cup tournament, ending his 16-month absence from the national team. The 30-year-old […]

Super Eagles defender Chibuike Nwaiwu has enjoyed a remarkable rise in his career and he now ranks among the most valuable defenders in the Turkish Süper Lig, Soccernet.ng reports. Nwaiwu began his career at Nigerian Premier League side Heartland before moving to Enyimba, where his performances helped the club win the league title in the […]

Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho has finally broken his silence on his decision to snub Scottish Premiership champions Celtic for Turkish 1. Lig club Bursaspor, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Iheanacho was one of the Super Eagles stars constantly in the transfer news over the summer. He had joined Celtic on a free transfer last year, penning a […]

Arsenal are preparing to launch a formal bid for Antonio Nusa as the club looks to strengthen its attacking options ahead of the new season. The north London side have been monitoring Nusa for some time and are now ready to move into the next phase of their pursuit for the winger. Nusa has attracted […] The post Arsenal Prepare Opening Bid For Antonio Nusa As Ben Scott Faces Chelsea Transfer Twist appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Seven Super Eagles' internationals will miss the friendly against Russia at the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium tomorrow, with injuries, club refusals and residence permit issues all forcing the late withdrawals, Soccernet.ng reports. Captain Wilfred Ndidi, Raphael Onyedika, Moses Usor, Akpe Victory, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Ridwan Abdulrasaq Popoola and Suleiman Mubarak have all been ruled out of Tuesday's […]

Young Barcelona striker Destiny Kosiso has become a key one to watch for the Super Eagles in the future after scoring a hat-trick for his side against Villarreal at a La Liga tournament in Orlando, Florida, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Every year, La Liga hosts a tournament to promote youth development. It is strictly for players under […]

It is Russia vs Nigeria again in what is the second installment of this international friendly fixture over the past 16 months, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria's trip to Russia was always going to be different from the usual Super Eagles assignment. There is no Victor Osimhen. No Ademola Lookman. No Alex Iwobi. No Samuel Chukwueze. Captain […]

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will face Russia's Sbornaya in an international friendly on Tuesday, and they will be without one of their best players, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Nigeria are fresh off their first two qualifiers for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau. While they defeated Madagascar, they suffered an embarrassing 3–0 […]

Russia have sent an ominous message to Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle ahead of Tuesday’s international friendly meeting with Nigeria, Soccernet.ng reports. The 2018 World Cup hosts tore Namibia apart 6-0 in Yekaterinburg after turning a cagey first half into a second-half avalanche on Saturday. Valery Karpin’s side struck on 37 minutes when Lechi […]

Super Eagles forward Akor Adams has identified what Nigeria must improve as they look to recover from their disappointing defeat to Guinea-Bissau in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria suffered a shock 3-0 loss to the Djurtus in their last outing on Tuesday, dealing a major blow to their hopes […]

Super Eagles striker Akor Adams has aimed a subtle dig at the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and Guinea-Bissau following Nigeria's 3–0 loss in the 2027 AFCON qualifiers last Tuesday, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Nigeria suffered one of their most embarrassing defeats in history last Tuesday, as Guinea-Bissau, a team ranked 106 places below them in the […]

The Super Eagles will return to action on Tuesday when they face Russia in an international friendly at the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium, Soccernet.ng reports. Eric Chelle's side will be looking for a positive response after a difficult start to their 2027 AFCON qualifying campaign. Nigeria opened the qualifiers with a 2-1 victory over Madagascar in […]

Super Eagles invitee Zadok Yohanna has enjoyed a remarkable rise in his career over the past year, moving from Swedish side AIK to Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League, Soccernet.ng reports. The teenager began his football journey at Ikon Allah Football Academy in Nigeria before moving to Sweden in 2025 to continue his […]

Super Eagles defender Abdullahi Bewene has revealed what Nigeria will be hoping to achieve when they face Russia on Tuesday, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria will take on the European side at the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium in their final game of the international window, with Eric Chelle’s men hoping to put their recent setback behind them. The […]

Super Eagles defender Emmanuel Fernandez could soon be on his way out of Scottish giants Rangers after the club were advised to make a major decision on his future, Soccernet.ng reports. Fernandez has been at Rangers since joining the club during the summer of 2025 from English lower-division side Peterborough United.The Super Eagles centre-back enjoyed an impressive […]