Mr Eazi Says He Could Have Joined Chelsea Before Mikel Obi
Nigerian singer Mr Eazi has claimed that Chelsea once wanted to sign him before the club recruited former Super Eagles midfielder John Obi Mikel....
Awoniyi Wins PFA Award For Humanitarian Work In Nigeria
Nigeria international Taiwo Awoniyi has received the ‘Beyond the Pitch’ Award at the 2026 Best of Africa Awards in London in recognition of his...
Awoniyi Bags Top London Award For Life-Changing Charity Work In Nigeria
Nigerian international striker Taiwo Awoniyi has been recognized for his extensive humanitarian efforts after receiving the prestigious ‘Beyond the...
Fisayo Dele-Bashiru strengthens Super Eagles case with assist in Lazio’s 6-2 win
Fisayo Dele-Bashiru enhanced his prospects of a Nigeria recall by setting up a goal after coming off the bench in Lazio’s 6-2 away victory over...
SUPER EAGLES BOOST: Dele-Bashiru Delivers Assist in Lazio’s 6-2 Rout of Sassuolo, Strengthens Case for Nigeria Recall
Super Eagles midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru made an impressive impact from the substitutes’ bench, providing an assist as Lazio recorded a...
Ajax discuss permanent Tolu Arokodare deal with Wolves but will not exceed €25m
Ajax have begun discussions with Wolves over the permanent signing of Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare, but are reportedly unwilling to pay more...
Nigeria vs Tanzania 2027 AFCON Qualifier get 2pm kick off time
Tanzania have reportedly scheduled their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying return-leg clash against Nigeria for 2:00 p.m. on November...
“It’s a Ridiculous Idea” — Sam Sodje Opposes Eric Chelle’s Proposed Dual Super Eagles, U-23 Role
Former Super Eagles defender Sam Sodje has strongly opposed the idea of Eric Chelle managing both Nigeria’s senior national team and the U-23 side,...
Brentford provide positive injury update on Kaye Furo as Nigeria watch forward's progress
Brentford head coach Keith Andrews has delivered an encouraging update on Kaye Furo, the son of former Super Eagles defender Iyenemi Furo, as the...
Report: Ajax open Wolves talks for Arokodare, but €25m is their cap
Ajax have reportedly opened talks with Wolves over a permanent deal for Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare, with the Dutch club unwilling to go...
Nigeria face crucial Tanzania double-header as Guinea-Bissau lead AFCON 2027 qualifying
Nigeria’s hopes of reaching the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations will be tested by two matches against Tanzania in November, with the Super Eagles three...
Osimhen’s Istanbul derby double moves him into Galatasaray’s top 10
Victor Osimhen scored twice as Galatasaray beat Fenerbahce 2-1 in the Istanbul derby on Monday 26 October, taking his Super Lig total to 49 goals...
Super Eagles news: Nigeria trail Guinea-Bissau by 3 before Tanzania
Nigeria sit second in AFCON 2027 qualifying Group L, three points behind Guinea-Bissau, with a double-header against co-hosts Tanzania due in...
Jide Oguntuase Slams NFF For ‘Sheer Foolishness,’ After Giving Eric Chelle Olympic Eagles’ Assignment
Former youth international, Jide Oguntuase has handed a tag of ‘sheer foolishness’ to top shots of Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) for adding the...
Mubarak Suleiman scores first career brace as Slavia Prague reach 4-0 MOL Cup win
Slavia Prague midfielder Mubarak Suleiman scored twice in a match for the first time in his career as his side defeated Zbrojovka Brno 4-0 in the...
2026 Super Eagles invitee scores first career brace for Slavia Prague
Slavia Prague midfielder Mubarak Suleiman continued his impressive form, scoring twice in their 4-0 victory over Zbrojovka Brno in the MOL Cup on...
Super Eagles Goalkeeper James Named in Finland’s Team of the Season
By Timothy Nwobodo Nigeria’s Super Eagles goalkeeper Samuel Friday James has earned recognition among the best-performing players in Finland...
Football: Olympic Eagles begin preparations for DR Congo
Nigeria U23 national team, the Olympic Eagles, on Tuesday began preparations for next month’s U23 AFCON qualifiers against DR Congo,...
'We signed at the airport' - Oliseh reveals how Juventus hijacked Roma's move for his signature
Former Super Eagles midfielder Sunday Oliseh has revealed how Italian giants Juventus beat AS Roma to secure his signature in the summer of...
Samson Tijani steps up Super Eagles bid after Podbrezova win
Samson Tijani continued his push for a return to the Nigeria squad as FK Zeleziarne Podbrezova recorded a convincing 4-1 victory away to Michalovce...
Iheanacho extends scoring streak as Osimhen, Dessers and Arokodare shine abroad
Kelechi Iheanacho scored his 16th league goal of the season as Nigerian footballers continued to make a significant impact for clubs across Europe...
'He's doing really well' - Brentford boss provides encouraging update on ex-Super Eagles defender's son
Brentford head coach Keith Andrews has provided an encouraging update on Kaye Furo, the son of former Super Eagles defender Iyenemi Furo, as the...
Awoniyi wins Best of Africa award for charity, grassroots football fevelopment
Super Eagles striker Taiwo Awoniyi has been honoured at the 2026 Best of Africa Awards, winning the Beyond the Pitch Award in partnership with the...
Nigeria: NFF Hails Alex Iwobi On Another Milestone
[Daily Trust] The Nigeria Football Federation has celebrated Super Eagles' midfield ace Alexander Iwobi on his new milestone of becoming the...
“We Cannot Afford to Stay Behind” — Sunday Oliseh Warns Nigeria Against Italy’s Football Decline
Former Super Eagles captain Sunday Oliseh has warned that Nigerian football risks suffering a prolonged decline similar to Italy’s struggles if the...
John Obi Mikel Backs Unai Emery as Potential Manchester United Rescue Option
Former Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel believes Unai Emery could be the manager to help Manchester United reset their struggling project,...
NIGERIA PLAYERS SCORECARD: Iheanacho’s Incredible Scoring Streak Continues, Osimhen Hits Brace as Dessers, Arokodare Shine Abroad
Nigerian footballers delivered another remarkable series of performances across Europe and beyond, with Kelechi Iheanacho, Victor Osimhen, Cyriel...
Samson Tijani Makes Case for Super Eagles Return After Podbrezová’s 4-1 Win
Samson Tijani’s latest outing in Slovakia offers another opportunity for the Nigerian midfielder to build momentum in his bid to return to the...
Ola Aina ‘alone’ at Nottingham Forest after Taiwo Awoniyi’s move to Coventry City
Super Eagles defender Ola Aina says Taiwo Awoniyi’s departure from Nottingham Forest has left him without his Nigerian team-mate at club level, but...
AB v Brondby: Super Eagles forward in contention for first competitive appearance since May
Emmanuel Dennis is in line to make his first competitive appearance since May when Brøndby take on Akademisk Boldklub in the round of 16 of the...
“I’m Alone Now” — Ola Aina Opens Up on Awoniyi’s Forest Exit, Backs Super Eagles Teammate to Shine at Coventry
Super Eagles defender Ola Aina has admitted that Taiwo Awoniyi’s departure from Nottingham Forest has left him without his Nigerian teammate at...
Semi Ajayi strengthens Super Eagles case after double award in Hull draw
Super Eagles defender Semi Ajayi was named both the Premier League’s Player of the Match and Hull City’s official fans’ choice after the club’s 1-1...
Turkey: Zenke surprised at Arsenal, Man United decision on Osimhen
Former Flying Eagles star, Simon Zenke has voiced surprise over Arsenal and Manchester United's decision not to sign Super Eagles striker, Victor...
Nigerians abroad: Osimhen at the double as Iheanacho keeps scoring
It was business as usual for several Nigerian forwards across Europe at the weekend, with Super Eagles stars and hopefuls making their presence...
Semi Ajayi: ‘A point at home is always positive,’ says Hull defender
Super Eagles defender Semi Ajayi won both man-of-the-match awards in Hull City's 1-1 draw with Brentford and said a point at home is always positive.
Eric Chelle faces Nigeria selection dilemma as Super Eagles and Olympic Eagles clash
Nigeria coach Eric Chelle must decide how to manage two national teams scheduled to play in different countries on the same dates, with the Super...
Awaziem double headlines Nigerian goals abroad as Iheanacho extends scoring run
Chidozie Awaziem scored twice for Konyaspor in their 2-0 victory over Genclerbirligi as six Nigerian players produced goalscoring performances...
Nigerians abroad: Awaziem’s brace leads a weekend of goals
Super Eagles defender Chidozie Awaziem scored twice for Konyaspor while Iheanacho, Orban, Olusegun, Okereke and Etim also scored for their clubs...
Super Eagles news: Why Chelle’s double duty is a Nigeria problem
Eric Chelle is head coach of both the Super Eagles and the Olympic Eagles, who play on the same two days in November, and the NFF has not said who...
Victor Osimhen double earns Galatasaray victory over Fenerbahce
Victor Osimhen scored twice in the first half as Galatasaray defeated rivals Fenerbahce 2-1 on Monday. The Nigeria Super Eagles striker opened the...
Nigeria: NFF Hails Alex Iwobi On Another Milestone in Premier League
[This Day] The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has celebrated Super Eagles' midfield ace Alexander Iwobi on his new milestone of becoming the...
Awaziem scores first career brace as Konyaspor beat Genclerbirligi
Chidozie Awaziem scored twice to claim the first brace of his career as Konyaspor secured a 2-0 victory over Genclerbirligi in the Turkish Super...
Victor Osimhen matches Wesley Sneijder’s rare Galatasaray feat against Fenerbahce
Victor Osimhen became only the second Galatasaray player to score against a Fenerbahce team managed by Ismail Kartal in the Super Lig after his two...
Osimhen Scores Twice as Galatasaray Beat Fenerbahce
Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen scored twice in the first half to help Galatasaray defeat Fenerbahce 2-1 in their Turkish league clash at Rams...
Chidozie Awaziem scores first career brace in Konyaspor win
Super Eagles defender Chidozie Awaziem scored twice as Konyaspor defeated Genclerbirligi 2-0 in the Turkish Super Lig. Awaziem found the net in...
Osimhen joins Sneijder in rare Galatasaray feat after brace against Fenerbahce
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen became the second Galatasaray player to score against Fenerbahçe under İsmail Kartal’s management in the Süper...
Awaziem Expresses Pride After Scoring First Career Brace In Konyaspor Victory
Super Eagles defender Chidozie Awaziem has expressed his delight after scoring twice to lead Konyaspor to a 2-0 victory over Gençlerbirliği in the...
Osimhen End Goal Drought, Eye Fenerbahce Derby Chaos
Victor Osimhen don end im goal drought, and di Super Eagles striker dey prepare for one big Istanbul derby as Galatasaray go face Fenerbahce...
'Strong player' - Besiktas coach explains why Ndidi started 2-0 win against Basaksehir
Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi made a rare start for Beşiktaş as the Istanbul club defeated Başakşehir FK 2-0 in Monday’s Süper Lig encounter...
'I scored two goals' - Super Eagles defender reacts after first career brace for Konyaspor
Chidozie Awaziem marked a memorable weekend with his first career brace, scoring twice as Konyaspor defeated Gençlerbirliği 2-0 in the Turkish...
Nigeria: NFF Hails Iwobi After Matching Salah's Premier League Appearance Record
[Leadership] The Nigeria Football Federation has congratulated Super Eagles midfielder Alexander Iwobi after he drew level with Mohamed Salah as...
Adepoju, Ikpeba, Agu to Feature at Bet9ja-CANEX Football Carnival in Lagos
Iyke Bede Former Super Eagles players Mutiu Adepoju, Victor Ikpeba, Alloy Agu, and Garba Lawal will feature in coaching roles at the Legends...
Former referee hails Chibuike Nwaiwu after Trabzonspor’s wins over Galatasaray and Besiktas
Former referee and football commentator Bunyamin Gezer has praised Super Eagles central defender Chibuike Nwaiwu for his defensive performances...
'Very good in defence' - Former referee impressed by Trabzonspor centre-back Nwaiwu
Former referee and football commentator Bünyamin Gezer has praised Super Eagles central defender Chibuike Nwaiwu for his defensive performances at...
Fulham vs Palace: Preview, h2h as Bassey seeks to avenge September
Fulham host Crystal Palace in the Carabao Cup fourth round on Wednesday, with Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey looking to avenge September's 3-2...
2027: Martins’ Renewed Hope Football Tourney Targets 5,000 Nigerian Youths
*European scouts, scholarships to feature as grassroots competition seeks to unlock young talents Former Inter Milan and Super Eagles forward,...
'That's the luxury problem' - LASK coach admits selection dilemma after Usor's return from injury
LASK head coach Dietmar Kühbauer has highlighted the quality of his attacking options following the return of Super Eagles forward Moses Usor to...
Report: Marseille may sell Nnadi in January, so why him?
Super Eagles midfielder Tochukwu Nnadi could be sold or loaned by Marseille in January, with squad status and club finances both cited.
Alex Iwobi draws level with Mohamed Salah as Kolo Toure record comes into view
Alex Iwobi has moved level with Mohamed Salah on 328 Premier League appearances, with only Kolo Toure now ahead of the pair among African players....
Iheanacho extends record-breaking scoring run for Bursaspor
Nigeria forward Kelechi Iheanacho extended his remarkable scoring run to 12 consecutive league matches as Bursaspor defeated Keçiörengücü 4-2 in...
Alex Iwobi: Level with Salah on 328 games, so can he catch Touré?
Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has matched Mohamed Salah's 328 Premier League appearances, so how close is he to Kolo Touré's African mark?
Turkey: Iheanacho breaks his own goal record as he scores in 12 consecutive games
Super Eagles attacker, Kelechi Iheanacho has continued his exceptional goal-scoring form as he found the net again on Sunday in Bursaspor's 4-2 win...
Uyo Remains Super Eagles Home For Now
The Nigeria Football Federation is not ready to move the Super Eagles’ home games from Uyo to Lagos, with a senior official saying Lagos is under...
Chukwueze Faces Injury Lay-Off
Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze is expected to spend at least two months on the sidelines with a hip injury, ruling him out of AC Milan’s...
NFF Hails Alex Iwobi on another Milestone in Premier League
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has celebrated Super Eagles’ midfield ace Alexander Iwobi on his new milestone of becoming the joint-second...
Serie A: Okoye Concedes, Chukwueze Missing As AC Milan Overcome Udinese
Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye was in goal for Udinese on Sunday as they suffered a 2-0 defeat at home to AC Milan in Serie A. The Nigerian...
Turkey: Awaziem’s brace inspires Konyaspor to victory over Gençlerbirliği
Super Eagles defender Chidozie Awaziem scored twice to guide Konyaspor to a 2-0 victory over Gençlerbirliği in their Turkish Super Lig clash on...
Bundesliga: Tella Features, Boniface Benched As Hoffenheim Thrash Bayer Leverkusen
Super Eagles winger Nathan Tella was in action for Bayer Leverkusen on Sunday as they suffered a heavy 3-0 defeat away to Hoffenheim in the...
Tolu Arokodare praised after decisive strike puts Ajax ahead against Sparta Rotterdam
Former Bidvest Wits central defender Kees Kwakman has praised Super Eagles forward Tolu Arokodare for his contribution to Ajax’s 2-1 advantage over...
Iheanacho sets new Turkish scoring record in Bursaspor win
Kelechi Iheanacho extended his scoring run to 12 consecutive league appearances as Bursaspor beat Keciorengucu 4-2 in the Turkish 1. Lig on Sunday....
Longest scoring streak in Turkish football: Bursaspor striker Iheanacho breaks his own record
Kelechi Iheanacho continued his remarkable goalscoring form on Sunday, after finding the net in Bursaspor’s 4-2 victory over Keçiörengücü in the...
'He is doing a great job' - Former Bidvest Wits CB applauds Arokodare after game-winning goal
Former Bidvest Wits central defender Kees Kwakman has praised Super Eagles forward Tolu Arokodare following his game-winning goal for Ajax against...
Olakunle Olusegun ends Russian Premier League drought in Rostov win
Super Eagles forward Olakunle Olusegun scored his first Russian Premier League goal of the season as Rostov defeated Lokomotiv Moscow 2–0 at the...
NFF Hails Iwobi After Matching Salah’s Premier League Appearance Record
The Nigeria Football Federation has congratulated Super Eagles midfielder Alexander Iwobi after he drew level with Mohamed Salah as the African...
NFF hails Iwobi as midfielder matches Salah’s Premier League milestone
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has congratulated Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi after he reached a significant milestone in the English...
Super Eagles forward Olusegun breaks his scoring duck in Rostov's win over Lokomotiv
Super Eagles forward Olakunle Olusegun finally opened his scoring account for the season in the Russian Premier League as Rostov defeated Lokomotiv...
NFF Hails Alex Iwobi As He Equals Salah’s Premier League Record
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has congratulated Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi after he equalled Mohamed Salah’s record of 328 Premier...
NFF celebrates Alex Iwobi historic Premier League feat
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has congratulated Super Eagles midfielder Alexander Iwobi after he became the joint-second most-capped...
NFF Congratulates Iwobi On Premier League Milestone
The Nigeria Football Federation , NFF, has congratulated Super Eagles midfielder Alexander Iwobi on reaching a significant milestone in the English...
Like Mo Salah, Alex Iwobi hits Premier League milestone
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has celebrated Super Eagles’ midfield ace Alexander Iwobi on his new milestone of becoming the joint-second...
LaLiga: 'His form continues to decline' - Colino on Ademola Lookman after Atletico's 1-0 win
Super Eagles forward, Ademola Lookman has once again been criticised following another disappointing performance in Atletico Madrid's 1-0 win...
NFF Celebrates Iwobi on Premier League Appearance Milestone
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has congratulated Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi after he reached a new milestone in the English Premier...
NFF congratulates Alex Iwobi on another milestone
The Nigeria Football Federation has celebrated Super Eagles' midfield ace Alexander Iwobi on his new milestone of becoming the joint-second...
Ademola Lookman’s half-time substitutions raise questions over form and rotation
Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman was substituted at half-time for the third time in four matches as Atletico Madrid defeated Deportivo La...
Calvin Bassey strengthens Super Eagles case after Fulham make it two wins
Calvin Bassey completed the full 90 minutes as Fulham beat Coventry City 1-0 on Saturday, giving the Super Eagles defender consecutive starts at...
Calvin Bassey: Full 90 in Fulham’s win, so is he Chelle’s CB option?
Calvin Bassey played the full 90 minutes in Fulham's 1-0 win at Coventry while Gabriel Osho serves a three-match ban, so what does it mean for the...
Five Super Eagles Players who must improve in the next Int’l Break
As the next November international break approaches, attention will turn to Super Eagles players who need to raise their performances, following...
Ademola Lookman: Hooked at half-time again, so is it form or rotation?
Ademola Lookman was withdrawn at half-time for a third time in four games as Atlético beat Deportivo, so what does it mean for the Super Eagles?
Osimhen targets derby impact as Galatasaray host Fenerbahce
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen is expected to spearhead Galatasaray’s attack when they face Fenerbahce in Monday’s Super Lig derby at RAMS...
Victor Boniface wants January exit but Leverkusen remain calm
Victor Boniface has told Bayer Leverkusen he wants to leave the club when the January transfer window opens, according to Sky Germany, but sporting...