​Portugal coach Jorge Jesus has compared Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen with Manchester City star Erling Braut Haaland, Soccernet.ng reports. ​On Sunday, the Portuguese Seleção locked horns with Norway in their second UEFA Nations League fixture at the Ullevaal Stadium in Oslo. ​Norway’s talisman was, naturally, Haaland. The 26-year-old Manchester City marksman boasts an incredible […]

Cape Verde hero, Josimar Dias popularly known as Vozinha has said he has lost his peace and privacy following his sensational rise to global fame at the 2026 World Cup. Vozinha, 40, was unknown outside Portugal’s second division six months ago, where he played for Chaves. Everything changed at the World Cup. His Player of [...] The post I No Longer Have Any Privacy — Cape Verde Goalkeeper Hero Vozinha Laments Loss of Peace After 2026 World Cup Fame appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze could be set for the biggest battle of his international career since he made his Nigeria debut eight years ago, Soccernet.ng reports. Since his promotion from the Golden Eaglets to the Super Eagles in 2018, Chukwueze has made 60 appearances for Nigeria, scoring seven goals. In that time, the AC […]

Chelsea’s pursuit of AS Roma midfielder Manu Kone has ended in disappointment, with the French international remaining in the Italian capital despite reported interest from the London club. Roma sporting director D’Amico moved swiftly to dismiss the speculation, delivering a blunt assessment of the situation that undermined claims of a serious transfer approach. D’Amico stated […] The post Chelsea Miss Out On Manu Kone Transfer As Roma Sporting Director Denies Official Bid Was Ever Made appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have landed in Guinea-Bissau ahead of their clash against the Djurtus on Tuesday, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Last Friday, Eric Chelle’s men grabbed the maximum three points from their opening game of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying series after coming from a goal down to defeat Madagascar 2-1 at the Godswill Akpabio […]

Super Eagles striker George Ilenikhena’s path to the Nigeria national team began with a conversation in French, Soccernet.ng reports. Eric Chelle personally convinced the Al-Ittihad striker to choose Nigeria after years spent developing inside the French football system. A source with knowledge of the situation told Soccernet that Chelle was the man who persuaded Ilenikhena […]

The Super Eagles have lost two potential players, as former Golden Eaglets goalkeeper Akpan Udoh and former Enugu Rangers shot-stopper Kingdom Osayi have decided to switch allegiance to Uganda, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Udoh, who is 27 years old, was part of Nigeria's Under-17 World Cup squad in 2015 — the same set that produced Victor Osimhen […]

Several Super Eagles stars and emerging internationals have been rewarded by a Transfermarkt update after the opening weeks of the 2026/27 season, Soccernet.ng reports. Some have climbed because opportunity has met performance. Others have paid the price for injuries, reduced minutes or difficult starts, while a fresh generation has pushed into Eric Chelle’s thinking ahead […]

The 2027 Africa Cup of Nations has started, and several African countries, including Nigeria's Super Eagles, have begun striving for a ticket, Soccernet.ng reports. Three-time champions Nigeria started their journey on Friday with a win over Madagascar. Although the performance was not shiny, it is clear that the team can still improve. Other nations have […]

Alejandro Garnacho does not have an exit clause included in the deal reportedly being structured between Chelsea, Aston Villa, and Manchester United. The absence of such a clause would significantly limit the Argentine winger’s options should he wish to move on from his next club in future. Exit clauses are commonly used in modern transfers […] The post Alejandro Garnacho Has No Exit Clause In Reported Chelsea And Aston Villa Transfer Agreement appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Super Eagles newboy Moses Usor has revealed his ambitions and explained the kind of career he wants to build with the Nigerian national team, Soccernet.ng reports. The 24-year-old LASK forward enjoyed a dream debut for the Super Eagles during their 2-1 win over Madagascar last Friday, coming off the bench to score the winning goal with […]

Barcelona legend and two-time Ballon d’Or winner Alexia Putellas marked a significant personal milestone by scoring her first WSL goal for London City Lionesses. The Spanish midfielder has been one of the most decorated players in world football, and her arrival in the Women’s Super League generated enormous excitement among fans. Putellas’s goal helped London […] The post Alexia Putellas Opens WSL Account As London City Lionesses Beat Brighton & Hove Albion 2-0 appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Popular Nigerian pastor Jerry Eze held a prayer conference at Manchester United's stadium, Old Trafford, on Saturday in what was a groundbreaking achievement, Soccernet.ng reports. Jerry Eze is one of the popular pastors in Nigeria, and he has built a huge following through the New Season Prophetic Prayers and Declarations (NSPPD), which has grown into […]

Super Eagles striker Moses Usor has written his name into Nigerian football record books with his stunning winning goal against Madagascar on Friday, Soccernet.ng reports. Usor enjoyed a rare kind of Super Eagles debut and, in so doing, joined Akor Adams in an exclusive club before taking one of its records away from the former […]

Nigeria's Super Eagles are fresh off a 2-1 win over Madagascar in their opening game of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, but they still have one more adversary to conquer before their friendly encounter against Russia at the start of October, Soccernet.ng reports. The Super Eagles had to come back from a goal down […]

Two Super Eagles stars stole the headlines as the opening round of the Africa Cup of Nations PAMOJA 2027 qualifiers produced a feast of drama, Soccernet.ng reports. Across 24 teams in action, the first matches delivered comebacks, decisive goals and performances that immediately gave the qualification race some colour. Zimbabwe produced the round's most extraordinary […]

Super Eagles coach Éric Chelle has delivered his verdict on his team following their shaky 2-1 win over Madagascar in their opening game of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, Soccernet.ng reports. ​The three-time African champions were favourites to claim all three points from the encounter, but they were pegged back after 16 minutes […]

Moses Simon reached a major milestone during the Super Eagles’ 2-1 win over Madagascar in Friday’s 2027 AFCON qualifying clash at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, Soccernet.ng reports. The Paris FC winger became the fifth Nigerian player to reach 100 appearances for the Super Eagles after coming on just after the half-hour mark […]

Palmer’s latest withdrawal from England duty has again frustrated manager Thomas Tuchel, who wants to see the Chelsea playmaker in camp consistently. The 23-year-old had started the season in impressive form, scoring four goals in seven appearances for Chelsea before a recurring muscular issue derailed his momentum. That injury forced Palmer to withdraw from England’s […] The post Thomas Tuchel Sends Blunt Warning To Cole Palmer Over Repeated England Absences appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Arsenal are set to complete the picture of their 2027/28 kit lineup after reports emerged that their third shirt will return to a black colour scheme. Footy Headlines reports that the black third kit is being designed with a lifestyle wear angle in mind, targeting use outside of traditional football contexts. The accent colours paired […] The post Arsenal’s 2027/28 Third Kit Set To Feature Black Base With Gold Detailing appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Nigeria's Super Eagles began their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign with a 2-1 comeback victory over Madagascar at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo on Friday, Soccernet.ng reports. Eric Chelle's side had to recover from an early setback after Madagascar took the lead, but two goals from debutants George Ilenikhena and Moses Usor […]

Moses Usor's Super Eagles debut went from promising cameo to unforgettable night in the space of a few explosive seconds on Friday against Madagascar, Soccernet.ng reports. This comes as the LASK winger produced the decisive moment in Nigeria's 2-1 comeback victory over the Barea at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo. Nigeria had been forced […]

Super Falcons defender Osinachi Ohale has announced her retirement from international football after 16 years with Nigeria, bringing an end to a decorated career that included five WAFCON titles, Soccernet.ng reports. The 34-year-old announced in an emotional message on Instagram on Friday, reflecting on her journey from a young player dreaming of representing Nigeria to […]

New Super Eagles forward George Ilenikhena could hardly have scripted a more dramatic introduction to Nigerian football, Soccernet.ng reports. The 20-year-old Al-Ittihad striker climbed off the international starting blocks with a goal on debut as Nigeria recovered from an early setback to beat Madagascar 2-1 in their opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier at […]

The Super Eagles of Nigeria made a winning start to their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign, coming from behind to lead Madagascar 2-1 in Uyo, Soccernet.ng reports. It was a day for the debutants in the Green and White jersey. Nigeria fell behind in the first half after Clément Couturier put Madagascar ahead […]

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has named a strong lineup for today’s crucial Afcon 2027 qualirirs against amadagsacar at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, Soccernet.ng reports. The clash marks Nigeria’s first game of the qualifiers in Group L, with another game against Guinea-Bissau set to hold next week as they target maximum […]

The Super Eagles of Nigeria begin their 2027 AFCON qualifying campaign against Madagascar today as Éric Chelle’s side target a winning start in Group L, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria welcome the Barea to the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, with kick-off scheduled for 5 pm Nigerian time. Follow Nigeria vs Madagascar live Soccernet.ng brings you […]

English Premier League club Manchester United have secured the future of highly rated Super Eagles-eligible winger Noah Ajayi, Soccernet.ng reports. Ajayi, who has Nigerian heritage through his father, has committed his future to United after impressing during his development at the club's academy. The 17-year-old was born in Hamburg, Germany, to a Nigerian father and […]

Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has reported to the Super Eagles camp in Uyo ahead of the games against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Okoye has come under heavy criticism from Nigerian fans due to his late arrival. He was among the 24 players invited for these opening two Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, but as […]

Super Eagles forward Akor Adams has revealed what Nigeria must do when they begin their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign against Madagascar on Friday, Soccernet.ng reports. The three-time African champions will face the Barea at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, hoping to begin their campaign with a victory and make an early […]

Wisdom Mike has made a clear-eyed decision about the next chapter of his career after leaving Bayern Munich for Club Brugge, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigerian winger is determined to turn his €5 million move into a first-team breakthrough in Belgium. The 18-year-old joined Club Brugge after four years in Bayern's system, arriving in Munich from […]

The Barea of Madagascar have stepped up their preparations ahead of Friday’s 2027 AFCON qualifiers clash against the Super Eagles of Nigeria, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Nigeria hosts the Malagasy side at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, with both teams desperate for maximum points to seize early control of Group L in the 2027 Africa […]

The Super Eagles of Nigeria take on the Barea of Madagascar in their opening game of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers today, Socernet.ng reports. Going into the game, the Super Eagles are favourites on paper, not only due to their home advantage, but because there is a staggering gulf in player quality between […]

Cyriel Dessers has made an unusual decision during the international break, personally contacting Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle to ask permission to stay in Athens rather than join the Super Eagles, Soccernet.ng reports. According to Greek outlet Sport24, Dessers wanted to continue his recovery and preparation with Panathinaikos after recently returning from injury. The 31-year-old […]

Super Eagles defender Emmanuel Fernandez has opened up about the pressure of playing for Rangers while revealing the three Nigerian football legends he admired growing up, Soccernet.ng reports. Fernandez has experienced contrasting fortunes since joining the Scottish giants from Peterborough United in 2025. The 25-year-old enjoyed an outstanding first season at Ibrox, earning Rangers’ Men’s […]

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will begin their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign when they face Madagascar on Friday, September 25, Soccernet.ng reports. Eric Chelle's side will welcome the Barea to the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, with kick-off scheduled for 5:00pm Nigerian time. The Group L encounter represents Nigeria's first competitive […]