Manchester United have reportedly placed Super Eagles midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru on their shortlist as the club prepares for a major midfield rebuild ahead of the new season, Soccernet.ng reports. The 25-year-old Lazio star has emerged as an attractive option for the Red Devils as they look to strengthen their squad for another campaign that could […]

Former Arsenal manager Arsène Wenger has firmly backed France as favourites to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup. In a chat with Le Figaro, Wenger noted that their unparalleled depth of world-class attacking talent makes the team better than other teams in the competition. Read Also:Ronaldo vs Messi: The 2026 World Cup Could Finally Settle [...] The post Wenger Tips France To Win 2026 World Cup appeared first on Complete Sports.

Turkish Süper Lig giants Galatasaray have reportedly rejected a bid worth approximately ₦189 billion (€120 million) for Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Osimhen’s future has been the subject of intense speculation in recent months, despite him only joining Galatasaray on a permanent transfer from Napoli last summer. ​During the recently concluded season, the […]

Nick Kyrgios has disclosed that he’s thrilled to be back to the tennis court after a long and grueling absence due to wrist and knee injuries. Recall that Kyrgios completed an emotional return to singles action, defeating world No. 36 Corentin Moutet in straight sets at the Stuttgart Open. Read Also:My First Grand Slam Title [...] The post Stuttgart Open: I’m Thrilled To Be Back –Kyrgios appeared first on Complete Sports.

Benfica have confirmed that Jose Mourinho will leave the club in a €15 million deal to become the new head coach of Real Madrid, while Marco Silva has been appointed as his replacement, TNT Sports reports. Mourinho had been heavily linked with a return to the Bernabeu this summer, and was the preferred candidate of [...] The post Benfica Confirm Mourinho’s Departure To Real Madrid appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Shooting Stars coach Fatai Amao has expressed disappointment that Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen won’t be facing Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo in tonight’s international friendly game. Recall that Osimhen was excused from Nigeria’s friendly against Portugal in Leiria to focus on resolving his imminent club transfer and to avoid any risk of injury during the [...] The post Friendly: I Would Have Loved To See Osimhen Battle Ronaldo –Amao appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Aston Villa striker Alan McInally has urged Celtic manager Martin O’Neill to retain Kelechi Iheanacho beyond the upcoming summer transfer window, insisting the Nigerian forward still has an important role to play at the club. Iheanacho linked up with the Hoops on a free transfer last summer after severing ties with Spanish club, Sevilla. [...] The post Former Aston Villa Star Advises Celtic To Keep Iheanacho appeared first on Complete Sports.

Budweiser, Trophy Lager, Hero Lager and Flying Fish to Reward Consumers with Big Prizes, Promotions and Unforgettable Fan Experiences Nationwide International Breweries Plc (IBPLC), part of AB InBev – the world’s largest brewer and proud makers of more than 500 iconic brands – has officially unveiled its FIFA World Cup 2026 Squad, featuring four of [...] The post International Breweries PLC Unveils Four-Brand FIFA World Cup 2026 Squad appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Premier League has been rocked by a landmark ruling ordering Everton to pay Burnley nearly £40million in compensation for financial rule breaches. The case stems from Everton’s profitability and sustainability breaches during the 2021-22 season, when Burnley were ultimately relegated from the top flight. Everton were initially handed a 10-point deduction in late 2023 […] The post Arsenal And Liverpool Placed On High Alert As Everton-Burnley Ruling Reshapes Manchester City FFP Case appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Everton have moved to the front of the queue to sign a prolific striker who scored 26 goals, pulling ahead of both Leeds United and Brighton in the race. The Toffees are reportedly leading the chase for the forward, whose impressive goal tally has attracted significant attention from clubs across the football pyramid. Leeds United […] The post Everton Lead Leeds United And Brighton In Transfer Race For 26-Goal Star appeared first on Gooner Daily.

What should have been the crowning moment of Omar Abdulkadir Artan’s refereeing career and for Somalia has instead become one of the biggest controversies ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Somali referee, who was set to become the first official from Somalia to officiate at a FIFA World Cup, has been denied entry [...] The post Deported FIFA Referee Welcomed Home as Somalia Demands Answers appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Arsenal’s pursuit of Athletic Bilbao winger Nico Williams has resurfaced this summer, with the Spanish international currently representing his country at the 2026 World Cup. The 23-year-old is once again being linked with a move away from Bilbao, and the Gunners are among the clubs paying close attention to his situation. Arsenal had previously registered […] The post Arsenal Keep Tabs On Nico Williams As World Cup Winger Weighs Up Transfer Options appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Iran qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup fair and square. They earned their place through months of qualifying matches across Asia. Their players packed their bags, boarded their flights, and arrived in North America ready to compete on football’s biggest stage. But for Iranian fans hoping to watch their team play, the dream has [...] The post No Tickets, No Fans and No Entry for Iran appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Trabzonspor president Ertuğrul Doğan has stated that Paul Onuachu is not considering a move away from the club this summer, reaffirming the Nigerian forward’s commitment to the Turkish side. Onuachu has been consistently linked with a move away from the Papara Park since his arrival on a permanent transfer from Sky Bet Championship club Southampton [...] The post ‘He Loves The Club’ — Doğan Reveals Onuachu’s Desire To Remain At Trabzonspor appeared first on Complete Sports.

The FIFA World Cup 2026 is finally here, and iLOTBET has launched a promotion that offers football fans more than just the thrill of the matches. Participants have the chance to compete for a luxury five-bedroom duplex worth around ₦150 million, earn daily Free Bets through spins, and claim Weekly Top 50 bonus rewards. For every [...] The post One Tournament, Three Ways to Win: Why Football Fans Are Flocking to iLOTBET appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Could Wednesday’s international friendly against Nigeria’s Super Eagles be Cristiano Ronaldo ‘s final appearance on Portuguese soil? As Portugal prepare for their final warm-up match before the 2026 FIFA World Cup, this is a particular question that continues to hover over the Portuguese national team. At 41 years old and preparing for a record-breaking sixth [...] The post  “Ronaldo Is Focused on Nigeria, Not Retirement” – Portugal Coach appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Even the biggest football nations are not immune to World Cup qualification heartbreak. In this video, we explore seven football giants that missed consecutive FIFA World Cups, including Italy, Nigeria, England, France, the Netherlands, Senegal, and Uruguay. Discover the reasons behind their struggles and how some of these nations fought their way back to the [...] The post 7 Football Giants That Failed to Qualify for Consecutive World Cups | Italy, Nigeria, England & More appeared first on Complete Sports.

Manchester City are planning a significant summer rebuild as the club looks to reshape its squad ahead of the new era following Pep Guardiola’s departure. Right-back, central midfield and winger have been identified as three priority positions for the incoming overhaul at the Etihad Stadium. According to The Athletic, Tottenham Hotspur defender Pedro Porro is […] The post Manchester City’s Right-Back Hunt Puts Pedro Porro Firmly In Their Summer Transfer Sights appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Trabzonspor president Ertugrul Doğan has addressed speculation surrounding the future of Super Eagles forward Paul Onuachu amid reported interest ahead of the summer transfer window, Soccernet.ng reports. Onuachu has emerged as a major transfer target ahead of the window, with interest coming mainly from Saudi Arabia. Al Ahli are reportedly eyeing him as a replacement for Ivan Toney, who […]

Born on 4th January, 1951, in Uwani, Enugu state, Chairman Christian Chukwu appeared at the African Cup of Nations, as a player, captain, scorer, Chief and substantive Chief Coach who participated in three editions as a player from 1976-1980, earning bronze twice. Chukwu retired from active football in 1980. In 1985, he took up the [...] The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 107: Late Christian Chukwu Football Legacy appeared first on Complete Sports.

Manchester United have unveiled an eye-catching preseason schedule ahead of the 2026/27 campaign, with newly-appointed permanent, manager Michael Carrick set to lead the Red Devils into a series of high-profile clashes across Europe. The tour will see United face a mix of traditional European heavyweights and rising challengers, including Paris Saint-Germain, AC Milan, Atlético Madrid [...] The post Manchester United Unveil Challenging Preseason Tour Against PSG, AC Milan and More appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Nigeria’s Flamingos will resume camping on Sunday as preparations intensify for their final-round qualifying fixture against Benin Republic in the race for a place at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, Completesports.com reports. The team will be camped at the Remo Stars Sports Institute in Ikenne. Akeem Busari’s side was granted a short break [...] The post U-17 WWCQ: Flamingos Reassemble Sunday For Benin Republic Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.

Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that Barcelona will not trigger their €30 million buy option clause for Marcus Rashford, with the deadline expiring in just five days. The transfer journalist posted the breaking update on X, throwing the England international’s future into serious doubt ahead of the summer transfer window. Rashford has spent the past season […] The post Barcelona Decline €30m Option As Marcus Rashford’s Future Hangs In The Balance appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Manchester United 1999 treble winner Teddy Sheringham has revealed Diego Maradona was on his way to Tottenham Hotspur, only for his ‘baggage’ to scupper the deal. Speaking exclusively on talkSPORT and Burger King’s Squad Table, Sheringham recounted how then-Spurs boss Ossie Ardiles sought the Premier League icon’s thoughts on a move for the late World [...] The post Why Maradona Did Not Sign For Tottenham —Man United Legend appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi has expressed his disappointment over the team’s failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Soccernet.ng reports. ​The tournament is set to kick off in less than 48 hours, with 48 nations from six continental federations preparing to battle for the title of the world’s best footballing nation. Although […]

Ben Davies has signed a new one-year contract with Tottenham Hotspur, keeping the veteran Welsh defender at the club ahead of the 2026/27 season. The 33-year-old was set to become a free agent at the end of June, but Spurs moved to retain his services and Davies has agreed to remain at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. […] The post Tottenham Hand Ben Davies Fresh One-Year Deal After Devastating Ankle Injury Nightmare appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey believes France will be the team to beat at the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite the presence of reigning champions Argentina and European giants Spain, Soccernet.ng reports. The Fulham centre-back made his choice during a light-hearted question-and-answer session organised by his Premier League club. Players were asked to predict which […]

The Cristiano Ronaldo versus Lionel Messi ‘greatest of all-time’ (GOAT) debate has divided opinion amongst football fans worldwide. The 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico will be the final opportunity for both players to finally settle the argument. The sportsbooks featured on Arab World Cup betting comparison platform Arabworldcupbet.com will [...] The post Ronaldo vs Messi: The 2026 World Cup Could Finally Settle Football’s GOAT Debate appeared first on Complete Sports.

Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez has disclosed that his side will adopt an experimental approach when they face Nigeria in Wednesday night's international friendly in Leiria, Soccernet.ng reports. The former Belgium national team boss has described the match against the three-time African champions as an important final test before the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The […]

Danny Murphy has urged Xabi Alonso to prevent a Chelsea star valued at around £30 million from leaving the club this transfer window. The former Liverpool midfielder believes the player represents a key asset and should not be allowed to depart, regardless of any incoming offers. Murphy’s comments reflect a growing debate around Chelsea’s squad […] The post Danny Murphy Tells Xabi Alonso To Keep £30m Chelsea Star At The Club appeared first on Gooner Daily.

The Trump administration said Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan had been denied entry to the country because of links to “suspected members of terror organisations” making him a “national security threat”. Artan, who was Africa’s referee of the year in 2025, had been set to become Somalia’s first official at a World Cup but was [...] The post 2026 W/Cup: US Accuses Somali Referee Of Links To ‘Terror Organisations’ Suspects appeared first on Complete Sports.

The White House, U.S. Customs and Border Protection have disclosed that Somali referee Omar Artan was denied entry into the United States prior to the 2026 World Cup due to security vetting concerns. Recall that Artan arrived at Miami International Airport with a valid U.S. visa, however, following an extensive inspection, the Department of Homeland [...] The post 2026 World Cup: US Defend Visa Ban For Somali Referee, Iranians appeared first on Complete Sports.

The White House, U.S. Customs and Border Protection have disclosed that Somali referee Omar Artan was denied entry into the United States prior to the 2026 World Cup due to security vetting concerns. Recall that Artan arrived at Miami International Airport with a valid U.S. visa, however, following an extensive inspection, the Department of Homeland [...] The post 2026 World Cup: US Defend Visa Ban On Somali Referee, Iranians appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigeria claimed three gold medals, one silver and three bronze medals at the World Taekwondo-sanctioned G-4 tournament held at Palais des Sports Salamatou Maiga in Mali, Sports Africana reports. Morocco once again asserted its dominance, securing a total of 14 medals (six gold, three silver and five bronze medals). Team Nigeria, represented by a 13-member [...] The post Nigeria Claims Three Gold Medals At African Taekwondo Championships In Mali appeared first on Complete Sports.

Manchester City have opened talks over a new long-term contract for Joško Gvardiol, looking to secure the Croatian defender well into the next decade. According to journalist Ben Jacobs, City are negotiating a deal that would keep Gvardiol at the Etihad Stadium until 2030, with a club option also being discussed as part of the […] The post Manchester City Push To Extend Joško Gvardiol Contract As Bayern Munich And Barcelona Circle appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Arsenal are ready to cash in on Gabriel Martinelli, bringing to end his six-year stay in north London, talkSPORT reports. Ruthless Mikel Arteta is planning a rebuild this summer in a quest to win back-to-back Premier League titles. Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers is high on Arteta’s wanted list, meaning one of Martinelli or Leandro Trossard [...] The post Arsenal Ready To Cash In On Star Forward appeared first on Complete Sports.