Official: Birmingham sign Osayi-Samuel from Fenerbahce
Birmingham City have signed Super Eagles full-back Bright Osayi-Samuel on a three-year deal following the conclusion of his contract at Fenerbahce....
NPFL: Ahmed Musa Appointed Kano Pillars General Manager
Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, club Kano Pillars have confirmed the appointment of Ahmed Musa as their new General Manager. The Kano State...
Done Deal: Onuachu Moves To Trabzonspor On Permanent Transfer
Nigeria international Paul Onuachu has joined Trabzonspor on a permanent transfer from Southampton. Trabzonspor signed the lanky striker for a €5.6...
Governor Yusuf Names Ahmed Musa As General Manager Kano Pillars, Approves Management Board
The Kano State Governor has approved the appointment of former Super Eagles captain, Ahmed Musa, as the new General Manager of Kano Pillars FC. The...
Peter Rufai’s death, a great loss to Nigerian football community – NIS DG
The Director General of the National Institute for Sports (NIS), Philip Shaibu, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former Super Eagles...
Manchester United Are Set To Rival Everton For This Leicester City Ace: Should Amorim Go For Him?
In a recent report, journalists Ben Jacobs and Matt Smith mentioned that Manchester United are set to rival Everton for Leicester City ace Wilfried...
Ahmed Musa Appointed As New General Manager Of Kano Pillars
The Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has approved the appointment of management board for the Kano Pillars Football Club as part of...
Ahmed Musa Appointed General Manager of Kano Pillars Football Club
In a landmark move, Nigerian football legend Ahmed Musa has been appointed General Manager of Kano Pillars Football Club. The decision, approved by...
Ahmed Musa appointed Kano Pillars GM
The Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has announced the appointment of Ahmed Musa as the new general manager of the Kano Pillars Football...
NSC mourns Peter Rufai
The National Sports Commission (NSC) is deeply saddened by the passing of legendary Super Eagles goalkeeper and 1994 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON)...
Ex-Manchester United Chief scout weighs in on Ndidi’s exit rumours
Ex-Manchester United and Blackburn Chief scout, Mick Brown, has confirmed Everton's interest in Super Eagles and Leicester City midfielder, Wilfred...
Ex-Super Eagles striker backs Tammy Abraham to succeed with Besiktas
Former Super Eagles and Everton striker, Daniel Owefin Amokachi, has backed England forward, Tammy Oghenetega Abraham, to succeed with Besiktas...
‘Your legacy lives on' – NFF pays tribute to late Super Eagles legend Peter Rufai
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has reacted to the passing of Super Eagles legend Peter Rufai. In a post on social media to mourn the late...
NPFL: Kano Pillars appoint Ahmed Musa new General Manager
Ahmed Musa has been appointed new General Manager of Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, side Kano Pillars. The Super Eagles forward’s...
Serie A Club Parma Open Talks To Sign Nigerian Midfielder
Parma have opened talks with Sky Bet Championship club Watford to sign Tom Dele-Bashiru, reports Completesports.com. Dele-Bashiru featured...
Super Falcons vie for $1m as CAF increases WAFCON prize money
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced a significant increase in the prize money for the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations...
West Africa: Nigeria Eye 10th WAFCON Win
[Ghanaian Times] As record nine-time Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) champions, Nigeria's historic dominance of continental football is...
CHAN 2024: Home Eagles set to start final preparation in Abuja
The home-based Super Eagles will commence final preparations for the 2024 African Nations Championship in Abuja next week. Head coach Eric Chelle...
Peter Rufai: Immortalise former Super Eagles’ goalkeeper, SWAN beckons FG
The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has expressed grief over the demise of Super Eagles legendary goalkeeper Peter ‘Dodo Mayana’...
Nigeria vs Tunisia: Match preview as Super Falcons open WAFCON campaign against North African underdogs
After a year-long delay, the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) finally kicks off this weekend, and the tournament curtain-raiser in Group B...
WAFCON 2024: Super Falcons ready to face Tunisia – Madugu
By Seyi Babalola Justine Madugu, the Super Falcons’ head coach, said his squad is focused on their debut match against Tunisia in the 2024 Women’s...
Condolence Register Opens At Late Peter Rufai’s Lagos Residence
A Condolence Register has been officially opened at the Lagos home of late Super Eagles legend, Prince Rufai (aka: Dodo Mayana) as tributes...
Ndidi May Leave Leicester City For Everton –Ex-Man United Chief Scout
Former Manchester United chief scout Mick Brown believes Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi will leave Leicester City this summer to potentially...
FIFA President Gianni Infantino pays tribute to late Nigerian goalkeeper Peter Rufai
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has paid glowing tribute to former Nigerian international Peter Rufai, who sadly passed away on Thursday, July 3,...
Onuachu seals Trabzonspor transfer
Trabzonspor have announced the signing of Paul Onuachu from Southampton. “He’s back where he belongs…”, they announced on social media. The Super...
Transfer: “I wonder what he’s waiting for’ – Ahmet Çakar on Osimhen
Former Turkish referee, Ahmed Çakar, has said he wonders what Victor Osimhen is waiting for at the moment, suggesting the player could be holding...
Exclusive: Manchester United explored move for Leicester City's Wilfred Ndidi last summer
The Nigeria international is looking to leave the relegated Foxes this summer
Barcelona’s loss, Athletic Bilbao’s gain: What is in it for Ademola Lookman?
Super Eagles attacker Ademola Lookman has been heavily linked with a transfer to Barcelona this summer, and seemed like the deal would no longer...
Peter Rufai: A Monumental Loss to Nigeria – Coach Obuh
The sudden passing of Peter Rufai, the legendary former Super Eagles goalkeeper, has sent shockwaves…
Super Falcons Target 10th Title As WAFCON Kicks Off In Morocco
The Super Falcons will begin their Women Africa Cup of Nations campaign against Tunisia on Sunday as they target a record-setting 10th title in...
He’ll leave Leicester City – Brown confirms EPL club interested in signing Wilfred Ndidi
Former Manchester United chief scout, Mick Brown has confirmed that Premier League club, Everton is interested in signing Wilfred Ndidi from...
Lookman Needs A New Adventure –Adepoju
Former Nigerian international Mutiu Adepoju has advised Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman to leave Atalanta and move to a top club that befits...
Osayi-Samuel Vows To Help Birmingham City Secure Premier League Promotion
Bright Osayi-Samuel is full of excitement following his move to Birmingham City, reports Completesports.com. The Nigeria international joined the...
KRC Genk’s secret plan for Cameroon gem revealed as Tolu Arokodare nears ₦52 bn exit door
Belgian side KRC Genk appear to be quietly laying the groundwork for a future without their star forward Tolu Arokodare, as interest from the...
Iwobi, Bassey can help Arokodare settle at Fulham – Former Super Eagles star
Former Super Eagles striker Dominic Iorfa has backed Fulham as the ideal next destination for Tolu Arokodare, Soccernet.ng reports. Iorfa noted...
“We’ll Win Every Game!” – Stella Mbachu Declares Nigeria Unstoppable Ahead of WAFCON 2024
With just hours to go before the kickoff of the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco, former Super Falcons star Stella Mbachu has...
Africa: Match Facts - Nigeria Start TotalEnergies CAF Wafcon Campaign Against Tunisia
[CAF] Perennial favourites Nigeria take on Tunisia in their opening Group B game at the TotalEnergies Women's Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2024,...
What Bright Osayi-Samuel said after joining Birmingham City
Super Eagles full-back, Bright Osayi-Samuel, has penned a three-year deal with two-time Carabao Cup winners, Birmingham City, Soccernet.ng reports....
NNL: Shooting Stars back Crown FC’s promotion bid
Shooting Stars FC have backed Nigeria National League (NNL) side, Crown FC, to secure promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL. The...
Super Falcons aim for WAFCON $1 Million prize money
The Super Falcons will be fired up to win a record WAFCON prize money of a $1million– the biggest-ever in the history of the competition. The CAF...
Atletico Madrid target Super Eagles star with 13 goal contributions – not Iwobi or Uche
Spanish giants Atletico Madrid have reportedly joined the race to sign Nigeria international Ademola Lookman, who has emerged as a hot transfer...
Victor Osimhen: Ex-Man United man Ighalo disagrees with Oliseh on Saudi Arabia move
Former Manchester United striker Odion Ighalo has voicee his support for a potential Victor Osimhen move to Saudi Arabia, in direct contrast to...
Parma Interested In Signing Elder Brother Of Super Eagles Midfield Star
Italian Serie A side Parma are interested in a deal for former Nigeria U20 and U23 midfielder Tom Dele-Bashiru from English Championship side...
Parma Interested In Signing Elder Brother Of Super Eagles Midfielder Star
According to Sky Sports’ Anthony Joseph via X, the Serie A side are in talks with Watford over a potential deal for the midfielder. The 25-year-old...
5 Things To Know About Late Peter Rufai
Legendary Super Eagles goalkeeper Peter Rufai passed away on Thursday, 3 July, 2025, aged 61 following a prolong illness. Rufai is described as one...
‘He was a Great Friend’ – Chairman of Brila Media, Dr. Larry Izamoje, Pays Tribute to Late Peter Rufai
Chairman of Brila Media, Dr. Larry Izamoje, has paid an emotional tribute to late Super Eagles legend, Peter Rufai, describing his death as deeply...
What former Juventus and Dortmund midfielder said as Peter Rufai dies
The Nigerian football community continues to mourn the passing of iconic Super Eagles goalkeeper Peter Rufai, who died in the early hours of...
Fulham Reject Spanish Club Bid For Super Eagles Star
Fulham have turned down Atletico Madrid’s offer for Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi, reports Completesports.com. According to Africa Foot,...
‘Maja one step closer to West Brom exit’ as multi-million Heggebo bid accepted
Josh Maja could now be staring the exit door in the face at West Brom. The Nigeria international started last season in explosive fashion...
“La Liga or Premier League?” – Ex-Super Eagles star advises Lookman on next move
Former Super Eagles midfielder Mutiu Adepoju has urged in-form Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman to consider away from Atalanta, Soccernet.ng...
International footballer who captained country against England dies following illness
Goalkeeper Peter Rufai, who once captained Nigeria when they clashed with England and appeared in two separate World Cups, has died aged 65 after a...
Birmingham confirm Bright Osayi-Samuel signing
English Championship side, Birmingham City, have confirmed the signing of Super Eagles defender Bright Osayi-Samuel, www.aclsports.com reports. We...
English-Nigerian winger Noni Madueke open to Arsenal move as Chelsea consider sale
Chelsea winger Noni Madueke is reportedly open to a move across London to join Arsenal this summer, as internal discussions continue at the...
₦1.5 billion temptation: Super Falcons eye historic payday as CAF doubles WAFCON prize money
Nigeria’s Super Falcons have been handed a major financial incentive ahead of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco, after the...
Super Falcons Must Meet All Expectations Of Their Fans – Justin Madugu
As action begins this weekend at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, Nigeria’s female national team, Super Falcons’ coach, Justin Madugu...
Done Deal: Osayi-Samuel Joins Championship Club
Super Eagles defender Bright Osayi-Samuel has linked up with Sky Bet Championship club, Birmingham City. The Blues signed the versatile full-back...
WAFCON2024: CAF Lifts the Veil on Dazzling New WAFCON Trophy
With the opening whistle of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) only hours away, the Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) staged a...
Transfer: Birmingham City sign Osayi-Samuel on free transfer
Premier League club Birmingham City have confirmed the signing of Super Eagles defender Bright Osayi-Samuel. Osayi-Samuel joined Birmingham City on...
Peter Rufai dead at 61: Former World Cup star who captained his country against England dies after long illness
AFRICAN football has been plunged into mourning after the death of Nigeria World Cup star Peter Rufai.
The keeper, who won 65 Super Eagles caps,...
Mission X: Super Falcons are favourites as 13th Women AFCON begins in Morocco
Nine-time champions Nigeria loom larger than any other participant as the 13th Women Africa Cup of Nations finals begin in the Kingdom of Morocco...
NPFL: Rangers, Plateau United join Alladoum chase
Central African Republic, CAR, goalkeeper, Kolimba Alladoum, is attracting interest from Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, clubs, Rangers and...
Super Falcons Coach, Justine Madugu Vows To Meet Expectations At 2024 WAFCON
Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu has promised to fulfil the expectations of football enthusiasts in Nigeria at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup...
President Tinubu Mourns Ex-Super Eagles Keeper Peter Rufai
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu expresses great sadness at the passing of legendary Super Eagles goalkeeper Peter Rufai, aged 61. The President...
Nigeria remembers ‘Dodo Mayana’: NSC leads tributes for late Rufai
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has expressed its condolences following the death of former Super Eagles goalkeeper, Peter Rufai, who died at...
Super Eagles star returns to African club football after short spell in England
Super Eagles central defender, Benjamin Tanimu, has penned a new deal with Moroccan side, Maghreb Association sportive de Fés after leaving Crawley...
Gone Too Soon! Nigeria Mourns as Legendary Super Eagles Goalkeeper PETER RUFAI Dies at 61
Nigeria is in mourning. With tear-soaked hearts and trembling hands, the nation received and confirmed the devastating news of the passing of one...
Peter Obi reacts to Peter Rufai’s death
By Seyi Babalola Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, has expressed his condolences at the death of...
Peter Rufai: 7 things to know about legendary Super Eagles Keeper
By Seyi Babalola Peter Rufai, one of Nigeria’s most legendary goalkeepers, died on Thursday, July 3, 2025, leaving a legacy that will continue to...
Official: After dumping Super Lig big boys Fenerbahce, Osayi-Samuel joins Championship returnees
Super Eagles defender Bright Osayi-Samuel has joined a newly-promoted English Championship club, days after dumping Fenerbahce, Soccernet.ng...
2024 WAFCON: 24 Hours to Kick-Off, Super Falcons Captain Ajibade Fires Hotshot at CAF Over Accommodation
With just 24 hours to the kick-off of the 2024 TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco, Super Falcons captain Rasheedat...
Bright Osayi-Samuel reveals ‘special' Tom Wagner chat and why Birmingham City will thank his dad
Birmingham City have made Nigeria international Bright Osayi-Samuel their fifth summer signing
Official: Super Eagles star Osayi Samuel returns to England
Super Eagles defender Bright Osayi-Samuel has officially returned to England to join ambitious English Championship side Birmingham City....
Samuel Chukwueze: Super Eagles star departs Nigeria for AC Milan – Why?
Super Eagles star Samuel Chukwueze has left Nigeria for Italy, where he will resume at his club AC Milan on Friday, Soccernet.ng reports. After a...
Rufai Family Expresses Gratitude As Tributes Pour In For Late Super Eagles Legend
The family of the late Prince Peter “Dodo Mayana” Rufai has expressed deep gratitude to Nigerians at home and abroad for the overwhelming show of...
Folashade Ijamilusi Grateful For Super Falcons Call-Up Ahead Of WAFCON Debut
Super Falcons striker Folashade Ijamilusi says she feels incredibly blessed to be named in Nigeria’s squad for the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of...
Evelyn Badu: Female Footballers Must Earn The Spotlight
Ghana’s Evelyn Badu has called on her fellow female footballers to take an active role in elevating the visibility and support for women’s football...
Mutiu Adepoju Rallies Behind Super Falcons Ahead Of WAFCON Opener
Former Nigerian international Mutiu Adepoju has extended his best wishes to the Super Falcons as they kick off their Women’s Africa Cup of Nations...
From Spain: ‘Best striker in the world’ chooses Man United as his next destination
Wantaway Napoli striker Victor Osimhen has reportedly identified Manchester United as his preferred destination. The Nigerian is considered one of...
LeBron James, Ronaldo react to death of Liverpool forward Diogo Jota as tributes pour in
In the wake of Jota’s passing, tributes have flooded in from around the globe
The post LeBron James, Ronaldo react to death of Liverpool forward...
Nigeria: Nigerian Players, Others Mourn Peter Rufai, Diogo Jota
[Leadership] Former goalkeeper for the Super Eagles of Nigeria, Peter Rufai, is dead.
Nigeria on Mission as 13th Edition of Women’s AFCON 2024 Kicks Off in Morocco
The 13th edition of the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) officially kicks off on Saturday, 5 July 2025, in Morocco. With...
2024 WAFCON : Winners to Receive One Million US Dollar as CAF Raises Total Prize Pool by 45 Percent
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced a significant increase in prize money for the upcoming TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa...
Nigeria on a Mission as 13th Edition of Women’s AFCON 2024 Kicks Off in Morocco
The 13th edition of the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) officially kicks off on Saturday, 5 July 2025, in Morocco. With...
“Discipline Took Me to Europe” — Tijani Babangida Inspires Next Generation At Dikko Football Academy
Former Super Eagles and Ajax Amsterdam winger Tijani Babangida delivered a powerful message of hope, discipline, and ambition during a surprise...
Peter Obi, Atiku Abubakar Heartbroken Over Peter Rufai’s Demise
Former Labour Party presidential aspirant, Peter Obi, and ex-vice president Atiku Abubakar have sent their condolences to the family of the late...
NFF, Odegbami, Ahmed Musa, Others Mourn Peter Rufai
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and other football stakeholders have poured in their tributes for the legendary Super Eagles goalkeeper,...