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Arsenal Step Up Interest In Highly-Rated Algeria International
Arsenal have accelerated their checks on Ibrahim Maza, with the Bayer Leverkusen midfielder emerging as one of the more intriguing young names on the market ahead of a potential future move. According to TeamTalk (via Yahoo Sports) Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur have both intensified their interest in the 20-year-old, while several other Premier League clubs [...] The post Arsenal Step Up Interest In Highly-Rated Algeria International appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Nations League: Liverpool, Man United Handed Injury Blows As Star Duo Forced Off
Liverpool and Manchester United’s injury woes could be set to intensify after Sunday’s Nations League action. Both Cody Gakpo and Patrick Dorgu were forced off during the first half of their nations’ respective matches. Gakpo was taken off just 17 minutes into the Netherlands’ clash with Serbia. It comes after Alexander Isak left the Sweden [...] The post Nations League: Liverpool, Man United Handed Injury Blows As Star Duo Forced Off appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Euromatch NPFL: Enyimba End Winless Run, Ikorodu City Down Rangers
Enyimba ended their winless run in the Nigeria Premier Football League ,NPFL, with a goalless draw against Kano Pillars in their Matchday Six fixture at the Sani Abacha Stadium on Sunday. The result earned the nine-time champions their first point of the season after suffering defeats in their previous four outings. Defending champions Rangers, meanwhile, [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: Enyimba End Winless Run, Ikorodu City Down Rangers appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Man City Should Be Relegated To League Two, Handed Six-year Transfer Ban — Former Premier League Striker
Former England striker *Darren Bent* has called for Manchester City to be relegated to *League Two* and handed a six-year transfer ban if found guilty of their 115 alleged financial breaches. Speaking on talkSPORT, the ex-Tottenham and Sunderland man did not hold back when asked what punishment City should face. “City should be relegated to [...] The post Man City Should Be Relegated To League Two, Handed Six-year Transfer Ban — Former Premier League Striker appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Super Eagles news: Osayi, Ex-Nigeria U17 World Cup winner switches allegiance to Uganda
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 […]
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He Has Too Many Bad Habits –Keane Slams Palmer
Manchester United legend Roy Keane has launched a scathing critique of Chelsea star Cole Palmer, claiming the midfielder has “far too many bad habits” to truly elevate the England national team. Speaking ahead of international fixtures, Keane pointed directly to Chelsea’s 3-0 defeat against Brentford, expressing skepticism over whether Palmer can be the main catalyst [...] The post He Has Too Many Bad Habits –Keane Slams Palmer appeared first on Complete Sports.
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10 Super Eagles stars hit new market values: Chukwueze shines, Osimhen tops
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 […]
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Super Eagles news: 2 players of Nigerian descent score in AFCON qualifiers for Malawi & South Africa
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 […]
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Alejandro Garnacho Has No Exit Clause In Reported Chelsea And Aston Villa Transfer Agreement
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.
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Super Eagles news: Moses Usor names Nigerian star he wants to emulate
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 […]
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Alexia Putellas Opens WSL Account As London City Lionesses Beat Brighton & Hove Albion 2-0
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.
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Watch: Manchester United host massive prayer conference led by Nigerian pastor
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 […]
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Super Eagles news: Moses Usor beats Nigeria record held by former Sevilla star
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 […]
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Super Eagles news: Chelle perfects tactics ahead of Guinea-Bissau touchdown
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 […]
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Two Super Eagles stars make top 10 players of AFCON 2027 qualifying Matchday 1
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 […]
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Super Eagles news: Coach Eric Chelle issues verdict after beating Madagascar – “Osimhen was here”
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 […]
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Super Eagles news: Simon reveals secret to Super Eagles longevity after Madagascar win
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 […]
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Thomas Tuchel Sends Blunt Warning To Cole Palmer Over Repeated England Absences
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.
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Arsenal’s 2027/28 Third Kit Set To Feature Black Base With Gold Detailing
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.
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Super Eagles: Hits and flops from 2-1 win over Madagascar
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 […]
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Super Eagles news: Ex-Barcelona star stunned by Moses Usor’s debut goal for Nigeria
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 […]
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Super Falcons news: Veteran defender retires from international football after 5 WAFCON titles
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 […]
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5 Super Eagles takeaways from Nigeria’s comeback win over Madagascar
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 […]
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Super Eagles 2-1 Madagascar: Nigeria begin AFCON QF with three points in Uyo
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 […]
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Super Eagles team news vs Madagascar: Ilenikhena, Akor in, Simon out of starting XI
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 […]
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Super Eagles live: Nigeria vs Madagascar – AFCON 2027 qualifier updates from Uyo
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 […]
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Super Eagles news: Manchester United sign Nigerian descent on long-term deal
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 […]
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Super Eagles camp update: Maduka Okoye hits Uyo ahead of Madagascar clash
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 […]
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Super Eagles star reveals what fans can expect against Madagascar
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 […]
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Future Super Eagles star eyes Club Brugge breakthrough – “I’ve been at Bayern for 4 years”
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 […]
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AFCON 2027 Qualifiers: Madagascar get player boost ahead of clash with Super Eagles
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 […]
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Lookman, Bassey lead as Super Eagles squad is valued 31x more than Madagascar
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 […]
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Super Eagles accept Cyriel Dessers request as Panathinaikos star makes surprise Nigeria decision
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 […]
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“A lot of pressure” – Fernandez describes Rangers form, names 3 Nigerian idols
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 […]
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Super Eagles: Where and how to watch Nigeria vs Madagascar on TV & online
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 […]
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Gabriel Martinelli’s Agent Reveals Rejected Offers Before Arsenal Broke Their Transfer Record
Gabriel Martinelli has been at the centre of significant transfer interest, with his agent confirming that multiple offers were rejected before Arsenal moved to secure the Brazilian winger’s future. The 24-year-old has established himself as one of the Premier League’s most dynamic attackers since arriving at the Emirates Stadium, making him a natural target for […] The post Gabriel Martinelli’s Agent Reveals Rejected Offers Before Arsenal Broke Their Transfer Record appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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