The Super Eagles have received a major boost ahead of their crucial World Cup qualifiers, with Ademola Lookman nearing a return from injury. Lookman sustained an injury during Atalanta’s Serie A clash against Napoli in January and aggravated it during training before their Champions League tie against Barcelona. This forced him to miss several key…
Super Eagles forward Taiwo Awoniyi endured a terrifying moment after a brutal clash of heads with Exeter goalkeeper Joe Whitworth during Nottingham Forest’s FA Cup showdown. Awoniyi, starting ahead of Chris Wood, made an immediate impact by scoring his first FA Cup goal in four appearances and just his second in 22 games this season….
Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espírito Santo has heaped praise on Taiwo Awoniyi after the Nigerian striker delivered a standout performance in their FA Cup victory over Exeter City. Despite struggling for regular game time with Chris Wood favored in attack, Awoniyi made his mark in style. In the 37th minute, he latched onto a pass…
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has been advised to make player motivation his top priority as he looks to turn around Nigeria’s struggling national team. Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Greg Etafia believes reigniting the players’ passion and commitment to the badge is the first step toward success. Chelle faces the challenge of stabilizing an…
Super Eagles forward Kelechi Iheanacho has shared insights into the key figures who have shaped his football journey, from his early days at Manchester City to his latest move to Middlesbrough. After a difficult spell in Spain with Sevilla, Iheanacho has returned to England, where he will play for Middlesbrough until the end of the…
Rangers head coach Philippe Clement has confirmed that Nigerian defender Leon Balogun will return to training this week, marking a key step in his recovery from injury. The 36-year-old has been an important figure for the Gers this season, featuring more regularly than in the previous campaign. However, he has been side-lined since Rangers’ dramatic…
Nigeria’s U20 national team, the Flying Eagles, have unveiled a 30-man squad as they step up preparations for the 2024 Africa U20 Cup of Nations (AFCON), which kicks off in April. Head coach Aliyu Zubairu has selected a mix of home-based talents for a two-match friendly tour against Egypt’s U20 team later this month. Some…
Fulham defender Calvin Bassey has been one of the standout performers in the Premier League this season, with statistical data highlighting his exceptional contributions to Marco Silva’s side. The Nigerian international has flourished in Fulham’s backline, playing a crucial role in a team that sits ninth in the league after 24 matches. The Cottagers have…
Super Falcons and Al-Ittihad Ladies defender Ashleigh Plumptre has officially extended her stay in Saudi Arabia, signing a new two-year contract with the Jeddah-based club. The 26-year-old versatile defender made the move to Al-Ittihad in the summer of 2023 after her contract with Women’s Super League side Leicester City expired. Since then, she has become…
Former Super Eagles coach Chief Adeboye Onigbinde has urged newly appointed Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle to properly manage the nation’s wealth of footballing talent if he hopes to succeed. Despite boasting some of Africa’s finest footballers, Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification campaign has been disappointing. The Super Eagles currently sit fifth in Group…
