'I'd like to see' - Rangers legend urges Leon Balogun to be more physical in defence
Published: April 01, 2025
Legendary Rangers defender John Brown has called on Nigerian centre-back Leon Balogun to be more physical in his defensive approach following his performance in Rangers’ dramatic 4-3 comeback victory over Dundee United.Balogun started the game but was substituted at halftime, with Ianis Hagi coming on as Rangers over...
'They lied' - Porto's Super Eagles LB Zaidu confirms he's not in contact with Leeds United
Published: April 01, 2025
Nigeria international Zaidu Sanusi has moved quickly to dismiss reports linking him with a summer transfer to Championship promotion hopefuls Leeds United. From the word go, the news of Leeds United's interest in the Super Eagles left-back did not add up, considering that a €50 million release clause was inserted in...
'Needs to regain his form' - Former Besiktas midfielder questions Osimhen's impact in high level games
Published: April 01, 2025
Former Besiktas midfielder Sinan Engin has criticized Victor Osimhen for his inability to deliver in high-profile games, following Galatasaray's 2-1 defeat to Besiktas on Saturday.  Osimhen, who joined Galatasaray on loan from Napoli, played the full 90 minutes but failed to inspire his team to victory, ending their u...
'Asked me' - Lazio coach reveals why Dele-Bashiru replaced ex-Chelsea star in draw v Torino
Published: April 01, 2025
Lazio coach Marco Baroni has revealed why he introduced Super Eagles midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru in their 1-1 draw against Torino, explaining that the substitution was necessary after Pedro asked to be taken off."Pedro asked me to be substituted because he had given his all, he had a crazy game," Baroni stated after...
'Wish him well' - Oliseh agrees with Ferdinand on departure of Real Madrid-bound Alexander-Arnold
Published: April 01, 2025
Former Super Eagles coach Sunday Oliseh has backed Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand’s call for Liverpool fans to appreciate Trent Alexander-Arnold’s contributions instead of criticizing his decision to leave the club. The 26-year-old right-back, a product of Liverpool’s academy, has reportedly agreed to jo...
Atubolu: Record-breaking GK once targeted by two ex-Super Eagles coaches suffers shoulder injury
Published: April 01, 2025
Record-breaking goalkeeper Noah Atubolu will be out of action until further notice after suffering a shoulder injury.Bundesliga club SC Freiburg confirmed through official channels on Tuesday that Atubolu is set for a spell on the sidelines after suffering a shoulder capsule injury.The Germany U21 international of Nige...
'It will be hard' - Chelle admits difficulty in convincing Arsenal midfielder to choose Nigeria over England
Published: April 01, 2025
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has admitted that it won't be easy to persuade Arsenal wonderkid Ethan Nwaneri to switch his international allegiance from England to Nigeria.  Born in north London, the Hale End Academy graduate qualifies to play for the Super Eagles through his Nigerian father, Obi Nwaneri.Allnigeriaso...
Sheffield Wednesday centre-back eyeing Super Eagles call-up named in Championship TOTW
Published: April 01, 2025
Sheffield Wednesday central defender Michael Ihiekwe has been named in Whoscored Championship Team of the Week after his outstanding performance during Sheffield Wednesday's 1-1 draw with Cardiff City.Liverpool-born Ihiekwe has committed his international future to Nigeria and is hoping to get a call-up to the Super Ea...
FA Youth Cup: Sir Alex Ferguson in attendance as Jimoh-Aloba helps Aston Villa beat Obi's Man Utd
Published: March 31, 2025
Aston Villa booked their place in the final of the prestigious FA Youth Cup after a 3-1 win on penalties over Manchester United on Monday night.Legendary manager Sir Alex Ferguson and more than 1000 travelling Manchester United fans were among the spectators at Villa Park. Newly capped Denmark U21 international of Nig...
'With him, we have flexibility' - Bayer Leverkusen coach reveals Boniface's best two positions
Published: March 31, 2025
Bayern Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso has highlighted two key positions where Nigerian forward Victor Boniface can contribute as the team enters the final stretch of the season.  Alonso believes Boniface is versatile enough to play both as a center forward and as a winger, providing flexibility to Leverkusen's attacking...
Social: What OGC Nice striker Terem Moffi had to say after first Ligue 1 game in 314 days
Published: March 31, 2025
Terem Moffi returned on Saturday to the place where his OGC Nice career truly began, exactly 314 days after his last competitive match—a hard-fought 2-2 draw away to Lille on May 19, 2024.Prior to the trip to Monaco, the Nigeria international had not figured for OGC Nice since the start of the campaign after sufferin...
Osimhen not rude, just passionate - 1960 Olympian stands by Galatasaray striker after fan gesture
Published: March 31, 2025
Victor Osimhen has found himself at the center of discussion in Turkish football following Galatasaray’s recent struggles. The Nigerian striker, who has been a key figure for the club, was involved in a tense moment with Beşiktaş fans after a recent derby, allegedly making an offensive gesture toward them.However,...
Leverkusen coach reveals Tella's potential date of return after withdrawal from Nigeria's WCQs squad
Published: March 31, 2025
Bayern Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso has expressed optimism over Nigerian forward Nathan Tella’s return from injury ahead of their DFB Pokal clash against Arminia Bielefeld on Tuesday evening.  Tella sustained a muscular injury after Leverkusen’s 2-0 defeat to Werder Bremen at the Weser Stadium before the internati...
'Goalscoring record isn't bad'- Pundit backs Dessers to stay at Rangers next season
Published: March 31, 2025
Daily Record pundit Alan Galindo has heaped praise on the performance of Cyriel Dessers, expressing the possibility of remaining at the Light Blues beyond the current campaign.Dessers has faced several criticisms this campaign due to his form. The 30-year-old lost his place in the squad with Moroccan forward Hamza Igam...
Liverpool's Nigerian youngster eyes move to Wolves youth team after training with Arsenal, Spurs
Published: March 31, 2025
Liverpool's Nigerian teenager Cornelius Akaunu is eyeing a move to Wolverhampton Wanderers ahead of the summer transfer window. Arsenal insider Jeorge Bird has reported that Cornelius Akaunu, who was previously on trial at Arsenal, played for Wolves U16s on Saturday March 29.Akaunu was listed as a substitute for Wolve...