What Chelsea striker on Nigeria's radar said after signing scholarship contract
Published: July 19, 2025
Chizaram Ezenwata has expressed his delight on social media after signing a new contract with Premier League giants Chelsea ahead of the 2025–2026 season.The reigning FIFA Club World Cup champions confirmed their new intake of scholars on Friday, July 18, with the talented striker among the group set to begin the new...
'I know' – Shamrock Rovers coach confirms Arsenal-linked Irish-Nigerian midfielder is close to a move
Published: July 19, 2025
Shamrock Rovers head coach Stephen Bradley has confirmed that rising Irish-Nigerian midfielder Victor Ozhianvuna is edging closer to a move away from the club, amid strong interest from English giants Arsenal.The 16-year-old, who burst onto the senior scene in January 2025 during a 4-0 victory over Usher Celtic, has at...
'We are professionals' – Ola Aina reacts to Gibbs-White's Tottenham Hotspur transfer drama
Published: July 19, 2025
Super Eagles defender Ola Aina has addressed ongoing speculation surrounding his Nottingham Forest teammate Morgan Gibbs-White, who has been heavily linked with a summer move to Tottenham Hotspur.The England international, whose contract includes a £60 million release clause, was reportedly scheduled for a medical at ...
Nwaneri among three teenagers of Nigerian descent named in Arsenal's travelling squad to Asia
Published: July 19, 2025
Arsenal have included three promising teenagers of Nigerian descent—Ethan Nwaneri, Josh Nichols and Andre Harriman-Annous—in their 30-man squad for the 2025 pre-season tour of Asia, as preparations for the 2025/26 Premier League season intensify.The Gunners will face AC Milan and Newcastle United in Singapore befor...
Sobowale: Wingback who shares the same agent as Rangers' summer signing joins St Mirren
Published: July 19, 2025
With a statement on the official website, Scottish Premiership outfit St Mirren have announced the signing of Irish-Nigerian wingback Tunmise Sobowale from EFL League Two club Swindon Town.Sobowale ended his association with Swindon Town after signing a two-year deal with St Mirren, valid until the end of the 2026-2027...
Chido Obi wears new shirt number as Man Utd and Leeds United play out goalless draw
Published: July 19, 2025
Wearing the number 32 on the back of his jersey, Manchester United youngster Chido Obi was handed a starting role on Saturday afternoon as the Red Devils were held to a goalless draw by Leeds United in a pre-season friendly in Stockholm.Obi, who recently received the number 32 shirt ahead of the 2025/26 campaign, featu...
'Imagine' – Brentford's Onyeka slams hectic season, cites Super Eagles v Russia friendly
Published: July 19, 2025
Brentford midfielder Frank Onyeka cited the Russia versus Nigeria friendly on June 6, 2025 as he reflected on a grueling season in which he played 44 matches for clubs and country.While Onyeka appeared in seven matches for the Super Eagles during the 2024–2025 season, including three in the summer, he featured in 37 ...
'I gave out my designer clothes' - Former Al-Nassr target Boniface opens up on missed N80b payday
Published: July 19, 2025
Super Eagles forward Victor Boniface has revealed how a blockbuster move to Saudi Arabia, worth an eye-watering ₦80 billion, collapsed at the final moment, after he had already packed his bags and given away his designer clothes and shoes.The Bayer Leverkusen star was on the brink of joining Saudi Pro League giants A...
Confirmed: Nigeria international forward joins Fenerbahce from Galatasaray
Published: July 19, 2025
Through a statement on the official website, Turkish giants Fenerbahce have announced the signing of Super Falcons forward Flourish Chioma Sabastine.The Nigeria international has joined the Yellow Canaries from Women's Football Super League rivals Galatasaray.Mustafa Kemal Danabaş, Board Member Responsible for Women's...
Fact: After Madueke's move from Chelsea, Arsenal highlight role of Nigerian father in winger's career
Published: July 19, 2025
Noni Madueke has departed Fifa Club World Cup champions Chelsea for good, with Arsenal confirming the signing of the England international of Nigerian descent on a long-term contract on Friday.Signed in January 2023 from PSV Eindhoven, Madueke appeared in 92 games during his time at Stamford Bridge, scoring 20 goals an...
'A great player' – Super Falcons coach Madugu hails Okoronkwo, avoids Banda comparison
Published: July 19, 2025
Super Falcons head coach Justin Madugu has refused to be drawn into comparisons between in-form striker Esther Okoronkwo and Zambia’s star forward Barbra Banda following Nigeria’s emphatic 5-0 victory over the Copper Queens at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) on Friday.Okoronkwo delivered a standout per...
Super Falcons player ratings: Demehin, Ohale star women; Okoronkwo outstanding; Ajibade pulls the strings
Published: July 18, 2025
Nigeria secured a comfortable 5-0 victory over Zambia to progress to the semifinals of the Women's African Cup of Nations WAFCON tournament.Allnigeriasoccer.com presents ratings of the Super Falcons playersThe startersGoalkeeperChiamaka Nnadozie: Nnadozie once again delivered a calm and composed performance in goal for...
Wafcon Nigeria 5 Zambia 0: Five observations from Super Falcons' statement win v Copper Queens
Published: July 18, 2025
Nigeria cruised to a comfortable 5-0 victory over Zambia to advance to the semifinals of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations.Osinachi Ohale, Esther Okonkwo, and Chinwendu Ihezuo found the net in the first half to give the Super Falcons a commanding 3-0 lead at the break, before Folashade Ijamilusi and Oluwatosin Demehin ...
Nigeria 5 Zambia 0: Ohale, Okoronkwo, Ihezuo, Demehin, Ijamilusi find the net in statement win
Published: July 18, 2025
Nigeria’s Super Falcons delivered a stunning 5-0 victory over Zambia’s Copper Queens in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) quarterfinal at Larbi Zaouli Stadium, Casablanca. The nine-time champions showcased their attacking brilliance and defensive strength, securing a semifinal berth and bolstering their...
Chido Obi named in travelling squad for Man Utd's pre-season fixture against Leeds United
Published: July 18, 2025
Manager Ruben Amorim has named his travelling squad for his side's first pre-season fixture, a friendly against Premier League new boys Leeds United in Stockholm on Saturday.Denmark U21 international of Nigerian descent Chido Obi is among the twenty-nine players heading to Scandinavia.The talented striker has been trai...