Portugal fought a hard fight to see off Nigeria 2-1 in their final tune up game before the 2026 FIFA World Cup gets under way. Chelsea’s Pedro Neto broke the deadlock in the 23rd minute, but Nigeria responded and Akor Adams (37′) punished the home team’s sloppiness at the back. The dagger eventually came in [...] The post Portugal 2-1 Nigeria: What Defeat in Leiria Proves About Eric Chelle’s Super Eagles appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Brazilian president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has expressed a strong belief that his country’s national team will start the 2026 World Cup with a victory against Morocco. Speaking after a meeting of Brazil’s Council for Sustainable Economic and Social Development, Lula told reporters he expects the Seleção to win their opening match on Saturday [...] The post 2026 W/Cup: Brazil President Predicts Win Over Morocco appeared first on Complete Sports.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has urged the public to chill and relax after US authorities denied entry to Omar Abdulkadir Artan, the first Somali referee selected to officiate a World Cup. Despite holding a valid visa, he was held for 11 hours and ultimately deemed inadmissible by US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) due to [...] The post 2026 World Cup: ‘We Can’t Control Everything’ –Infantino Reacts After Somali Referee Denial Of Entry To US appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Chelsea captain John Terry believes Nigeria Super Eagles' absence from the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be a major loss for the tournament, Soccernet.ng reports. However, the former England international is convinced that the disappointment of Nigeria's non-qualification is being felt most strongly by his former teammate, John Obi Mikel. Speaking during a virtual […]

Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez has shared his thoughts on his side’s victory over the Super Eagles, Completesports.com reports. The Selecao edged past Nigeria 2-1 in their final warm-up fixture ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at the Estádio Dr. Magalhães Pessoa in Leiria on Wednesday night. Pedro Neto gave Portugal the lead in [...] The post ‘Very Satisfied’– Martinez Reflects On Portugal’s Win Over Super Eagles appeared first on Complete Sports.

Barcelona have officially submitted a bid to UEFA to host the 2029 UEFA Champions League final. The La Liga giants confirmed in an official statement that it has already submitted all the documentation required by UEFA for the renovated Camp Nou to be considered as the venue for the final. According to the club, the [...] The post Barcelona Formally Submit Bid To Host 2029 Champions League Final appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former England captain John Terry has expressed deep disappointment over Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, calling the Super Eagles’ absence a major miss for the global tournament. Terry noted that a football tournament of this magnitude loses some of its flair and pedigree without a nation as culturally rich and [...] The post 2026 World Cup: ‘Nigeria Will Be A Big Miss’ –Terry appeared first on Complete Sports.

Arsenal goalkeeper Alexei Rojas has turned down a fresh contract offer from the club, with the Premier League now officially confirming his departure. The 20-year-old Colombian shot-stopper will leave the Gunners when his current deal expires on June 30, choosing to seek a new challenge elsewhere. The Premier League published a full retained and released […] The post Alexei Rojas Rejects New Contract As Arsenal Confirm Full List Of Departing Players appeared first on Gooner Daily.

The worlds of football and pop culture have collided once again, with Chelsea pair Cole Palmer and Joao Pedro featuring in a short film by global music icon Madonna. The two Premier League stars made unexpected cameo appearances in the project, which has drawn significant attention across social media and entertainment circles worldwide. Palmer has […] The post Chelsea Stars Cole Palmer And Joao Pedro Appear In Surprising Madonna Short Film Cameo appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Manchester City have had a second offer for Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson rejected as talks continue to drag into a prolonged summer standoff. City submitted an improved verbal proposal in their bid to land the highly-rated 23-year-old England international, who has emerged as a top summer priority. The offer consisted of a £106 million […] The post Manchester City See £120m Bid Rejected As Elliot Anderson Transfer Saga Intensifies appeared first on Gooner Daily.

England have taken an early lead in their final pre-World Cup friendly thanks to a composed finish from Arsenal captain Declan Rice in the tenth minute. The Three Lions are facing Costa Rica at the Inter&Co Stadium in Orlando, Florida, as they look to sharpen their tactical preparations before the tournament begins. Rice met a […] The post Declan Rice Fires England Ahead Against Costa Rica After Anthony Gordon Produces Brilliant Assist appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Former New York City mayor, Eric Adams, made a powerful statement ahead of the World Cup with the spate of negative happenstance in the USA. Adams declared that “football would not exist without immigrants”. It was a direct response to the growing controversy over the treatment of players and fans entering into the US. The [...] The post 2026 FIFA World Cup: Zohran Mamdani’s Predecessor Stands For Omar Artan, Others appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Chelsea are plotting a major summer transfer move to sign Real Madrid midfielder Arda Guler, according to a prominent transfer insider on social media. The London club is reportedly willing to spend £100 million to land the Turkish international as a marquee signing for the 2026/27 campaign at Stamford Bridge. The insider broke the news […] The post Chelsea Prepare £100 Million Bid To Reunite Xabi Alonso With Real Madrid Star Arda Guler appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Tottenham have officially confirmed the signing of defender Marcos Senesi, who joins the club on a free transfer after leaving Bournemouth. The Argentine centre-back’s contract at the Vitality Stadium had expired, making him available without a transfer fee in a shrewd piece of business. Senesi becomes the second free transfer arrival under head coach Roberto […] The post Tottenham Confirm Marcos Senesi Signing In Free Transfer As Roberto De Zerbi Reshapes Defence appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal sealed a 2-1 victory over Nigeria in Leiria, but the scoreline didn't reflect the spectacle on display, Soccernet.ng reports. Facing a Portugal team packed with world-class talent and preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Super Eagles showed resilience, created problems for Roberto Martinez's men, and at times looked capable of […]

Following Super Eagles’ 2-1 defeat to Portugal in an international friendly in Leiria on Wednesday night. Completessports.com’s ADEBOYE AMOSU appraises the performance of the players… Maduka Okoye 7/10 The Udinese goalkeeper conceded twice but made a couple of saves to help keep the scoreline respectable. Christian Akpan 5/10 Struggled to make much impact on his [...] The post Friendly: How Super Eagles Rated In Slim Defeat To Portugal appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Nigerian international Dimeji Lawal has praised Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye’s impressive performance in Nigeria’s 2-1 loss to Portugal in Wednesday’s international friendly game. The Udinese goalkeeper made some vital saves despite conceding two goals against a star-studded Portuguese side at the Estádio Dr. Magalhães Pessoa in Leiria. Okoye’s Excellent Display Portugal deservedly went [...] The post Friendly: Okoye Was Brilliant In Eagles Loss Against Portugal –Lawal appeared first on Complete Sports.

Chelsea continue to navigate a busy and complex transfer window as speculation mounts over the future of several high-profile players at Stamford Bridge. Former Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy has weighed in on the debate surrounding two of the most talked-about names linked with Chelsea this window. Murphy believes that Liam Delap is the more likely […] The post Danny Murphy Names Liam Delap As The Chelsea Player Most Likely To Depart Ahead Of Alejandro Garnacho appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Just days before the biggest World Cup in history kicks off, Kansas City woke up to troubling news, a shooting less than five miles from where England will spend their summer. Police were called to reports of shots fired on 79th Street and Troost Avenue at around 4am on Saturday, arriving to find a large [...] The post Harry Kane and England Stars Brace up for Trip to Kansas Base Camp after Shooting appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria suffered a narrow 2-1 defeat to Portugal in an international friendly match on Wednesday, Soccernet.ng reports. Akor Adams had restored parity after Pedro Neto gave Portugal the lead in the first half, but Francisco Conceicao scored a second half winner to seal the win for the European side. Portugal rounded off their […]

Despite putting up a battling and impressive display the Super Eagles fell to a 2-1 loss to Portugal in Wednesday’s international friendly match. Chelsea’s Pedro Neto opened the scoring for the hosts but Akor Adams equalised for the Super Eagles. Substitute Francisco Conce Ronaldo had the first attempt on goal just two minutes into the [...] The post Friendly: Ronaldo, Fernandes Feature As Portugal Edge Out Impressive Super Eagles appeared first on Complete Sports.

Raul Jimenez’s return to Wolverhampton Wanderers has been met with enormous enthusiasm from the club’s passionate fanbase across the board. Supporters have been vocal in expressing their delight, with many describing the Mexican striker’s comeback as one of the shrewdest moves the club has made in recent memory. The forward, who became a firm favourite […] The post Raul Jimenez Return Hailed As Stroke Of Genius By Wolverhampton Wanderers Supporters appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Real Madrid are targeting Manchester City defender Josko Gvardiol in what is shaping up to be one of the most high-profile transfer battles of the summer window. The Spanish giants have placed the Croatian international high on their defensive shortlist, making his future one of the most compelling storylines in European football right now. Sky […] The post Real Madrid Table Concrete Offer For Manchester City Defender Josko Gvardiol As Transfer Battle Heats Up appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has named a strong starting XI for tonight’s international friendly against Portugal, Completesports.com reports. Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye starts between the sticks as expected. The defensive trio of Semi Ajayi, Calvin Bassey, and Bruno Onyemaechi will line up at the back. Read Also:Chelle: Super Eagles Strong Enough To Beat [...] The post Portugal vs Nigeria: Chelle Names Super Eagles Starting XI appeared first on Complete Sports.

Portugal vs Nigeria is set to take center stage, with the two giants of two different continents looking to come out on top after 90 minutes of action. The game will be played at The Estadio Dr. Magalhaes Pessoa in Leiria, so it is the Selecao's sendforth game for the 2026 World Cup. For the […]

Former England midfielder Paul Gascoigne has urged the current England squad to replicate the unbelievable team spirit of the 1990 World Cup squad. Speaking on ITV, the 59-year-old Gascoigne reflected on the heroics of Bobby Robson’s 1990 squad, which reached the semi-finals in Italy before bowing out to West Germany. Read Also:Ronaldo vs Messi: The [...] The post Gascoigne: England Can Replicate 1990 Spirit At World Cup appeared first on Complete Sports.

France captain Kylian Mbappe is facing mounting pressure heading into this summer’s World Cup following a difficult period both on and off the pitch. The 26-year-old endured a turbulent season at Real Madrid, where supporters at the Santiago Bernabeu turned on him at various points throughout the campaign. Reports emerged that the club spoke to […] The post Kylian Mbappe’s Leadership Under Scrutiny Ahead Of World Cup After String Of Controversies appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Completesports.com’s Live Blogging of international friendly match between Portugal — Selecao das Quinas [Team of the Quincunxes] — and the Super Eagles of Nigeria at the Estadio Dr. Magalhaes Pessoa, Leiria. The post Portugal Vs Nigeria Live Blogging – International Friendly Match appeared first on Complete Sports.

Bayelsa United FC have been disbanded by the Governor of Bayelsa State, His Excellency Douye Diri, following the club’s relegation from the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) to the Nigeria National League (NNL), reports Completesports.com reports. Governor Diri also announced the dissolution of the Management Committee led by Tarilaye Amankwe and the technical crew led [...] The post Gov Diri Disbands Bayelsa United; Sacks Coaches, Management Staff appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles of Nigeria's final international assignment before attention shifts to the next phase of AFCON qualifying preparations arrives tonight, as Eric Chelle's men travel to Leiria to face Portugal — a side days away from boarding their flight to the 2026 World Cup. Related reading: Follow Portugal vs Super Eagles of Nigeria live match […]

Super Eagles defender Olisa Ndah could be heading to the Middle East following the expiration of his contract at Stellenbosch, Soccernet.ng reports. ​The last two years have been tumultuous for the 28-year-old center-back. When he first burst onto the scene as a key figure in the Akwa United side that won the Nigeria Premier Football […]

Newcastle United have completed the signing of French goalkeeper Ewen Jaouen, with the club paying around £18.5 million to secure his services. Jaouen arrives from Stade de Reims in Ligue 2, representing a significant step up to Premier League football for the 21-year-old shot-stopper. Goalkeeping coach Christophe Lollichon, who worked closely with Jaouen during a […] The post Ewen Jaouen Could Prove A Brilliant Newcastle Signing As Mentor Backs French Goalkeeper’s Potential appeared first on Gooner Daily.

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.