'This is England' – Watford icon tips Liverpool kid Ngumoha to make 2026 World Cup squad
Published: September 05, 2025
Watford legend Troy Deeney has tipped Liverpool's teenage forward Rio Ngumoha to earn a place in England's squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Ngumoha, who moved to Anfield from Chelsea in the summer of 2024, rose to prominence during Liverpool's preseason after netting three goals against Stoke City, Yokohama F. Marinos...
Confirmed: English-Hungarian-Nigerian midfielder departs Man City after nine years of service
Published: September 05, 2025
Tri-national midfielder Michael Okeke has ended his nine-year association with Premier League giants Manchester City.Through official channels, Hungarian Nemzeti Bajnokság I side Puskás Akadémia FC have announced the signing of the talented midfielder, marking the end of his spell in England.  Okeke has signed a th...
After Musiala, Adeyemi, Nmecha brothers and Schade, Germany cap-tie another Nigerian
Published: September 04, 2025
The German Football Association have secured the international future of Nnamdi Collins, beating the Nigeria Football Federation in the race for the highly rated Eintracht Frankfurt centre-back, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.Collins made his senior debut for Germany in their opening 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifier against...
Super Eagles striker Sadiq changes shirt number amid uncertainty over Real Sociedad future
Published: September 04, 2025
Umar Sadiq’s situation at Real Sociedad remains a subject of speculation after the Nigerian forward was handed a new squad number for the 2025/26 season, even as doubts over his long-term future at the club persist, according to a report by SPORT.On Thursday, the Basque club released its official list of shirt number...
'We are confident and training hard' – Frank Onyeka insists Super Eagles can deliver in WCQs
Published: September 04, 2025
Super Eagles midfielder Frank Onyeka has expressed confidence ahead of Nigeria's crucial 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and South Africa, insisting the squad remains united and determined despite recent setbacks.Nigeria open their September fixtures against the Wasps in Uyo on September 6, before travell...
'We never back down' – Super Eagles CB Awaziem warns Wasps, Bafana Bafana ahead of WCQs
Published: September 04, 2025
Chidozie Awaziem has been recalled to the Super Eagles squad after spending more than a year out of international contention, stepping back into the fold at a pivotal moment in Nigeria's World Cup qualifying campaign.The former Porto centre-back last featured in a Nigeria matchday squad in June 2024, but has been hande...
Eight Nigerians including Uche named in Crystal Palace's Conference League squad
Published: September 04, 2025
Crystal Palace have confirmed their UEFA Conference League squad for the league phase of the competition following the close of the summer transfer window, with eight Nigeria-eligible players making the cut. Among them is Nigeria international Christantus Uche, who sealed a deadline-day move to Selhurst Park. The ver...
Ngumoha's historic strike nominated for PL GOTM, how you can help Liverpool kid win the award
Published: September 04, 2025
England youth international of Nigerian descent Rio Ngumoha has been shortlisted for the Premier League Goal of the Month award for August following his sensational strike against Newcastle United at St. James' Park on August 25, 2025.The 17-year-old etched his name into Liverpool’s history books by becoming the club...
New signing Iheanacho inherits Celtic squad number worn by ex-England striker Ian Wright
Published: September 04, 2025
Kelechi Iheanacho has been assigned a squad number at Celtic following his move to the Scottish Premiership champions, just a day after the close of the summer transfer window, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.The Nigeria international joined the Hoops on a one-year contract after mutually parting ways with La Liga side Se...
Viktoria Plzen reject offers from Rangers, Gent and Borussia Monchengladbach for Durosinmi
Published: September 04, 2025
Czech club Viktoria Plzen have turned down several offers for Nigerian striker Rafiu Durosinmi before the close of the European summer transfer window.Durosinmi, who joined Plzen from Karviná in 2023, has been in outstanding form, scoring 26 goals and registering 10 assists in 66 appearances across all competitions.Hi...
Adeleye discusses what has impressed him about Eric Chelle, Afcon, Super Eagles' GKs union
Published: September 04, 2025
Super Eagles goalkeeper Adebayo Adeleye has praised head coach Eric Chelle and expressed delight at reuniting with fellow shot-stoppers Stanley Nwabali and Amas Obasogie as Nigeria intensifies preparations for the 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifiers and the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.Adeleye, who was recalled to the nationa...
Felix Agu eyes cap-tying appearance for Nigeria, cites Okocha, Enyeama and Mikel as inspirations
Published: September 04, 2025
Felix Agu has shared his excitement at being part of the Super Eagles squad as Nigeria prepare for a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Rwanda in Uyo.The 25-year-old Werder Bremen full-back, who made his debut during the Unity Cup earlier this year, said joining the national team represents a major milestone...
'A reason they are here' – Iwobi endorses Agu and Fredrick before WCQ against Rwanda
Published: September 03, 2025
Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has praised the qualities of Benjamin Fredrick and Felix Agu as Nigeria prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Rwanda in Uyo on Saturday. The Fulham star said he was impressed with the defenders after a light training session following the team's return to camp on Mon...
Super Eagles trio Iwobi, Ola Aina, Osayi-Samuel send message to Nigerians ahead of WCQs
Published: September 03, 2025
With the 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifiers fast approaching, key Super Eagles players have spoken out, urging Nigerians to rally behind the team as they prepare for decisive matches against Rwanda and South Africa.Alex Iwobi, one of the team’s most experienced figures, stressed the importance of unity between the player...
Chelsea star Cucurella hails Uche as one of La Liga's best after Crystal Palace move
Published: September 03, 2025
Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella has praised Crystal Palace's deadline day signing Christantus Uche, describing the versatile midfielder as one of the standout players in La Liga before his move to England.The Nigeria international has joined Crystal Palace on loan from Getafe with an obligation to buy in the deal.Uche ...