'I'd like to' – Former Super Eagles captain urges Chelsea to sign Ronaldo ahead of CWC
Published: June 06, 2025
Former Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel has called on his former club to make a bold move for Cristiano Ronaldo ahead of the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup (CWC), set to take place later this month.Speaking in an interview with talkSPORT, the ex-UEFA Champions League winner said he would "like to" see Ronaldo don the ...
'Boniface and Simon, for example' - Ex-Spartak striker Emenike says Nigeria more than just Osimhen
Published: June 06, 2025
Former Spartak Moscow striker Emmanuel Emenike believes Nigeria’s national team remains strong despite the absence of star forward Victor Osimhen in their upcoming match against Russia.Speaking to Metaratings.ru, the ex-Super Eagles striker praised the Napoli star but emphasized that Nigeria boasts depth and quality ...
Confirmed: Liverpool offer new deals to two promising Nigerian centre-backs
Published: June 06, 2025
Premier League champions Liverpool are looking to secure the futures of two promising central defenders of Nigerian descent before the start of pre-season preparations.The Reds confirmed via their official website on Friday morning that contract offers have been made to Emmanuel Airoboma and Wellity Lucky.Born in Zarag...
Arsenal midfielder on Eric Chelle's radar named in England squad for U21 Euro
Published: June 06, 2025
Arsenal midfielder Ethan Nwaneri has been included in England’s squad for the upcoming UEFA U21 European Championship in Slovakia, further highlighting his rapid rise and growing international profile. The 18-year-old, who has impressed with his maturity and technical ability at such a young age, is also eligible to...
Benin City-born CB who wants to play for Nigeria among seven players released by Liverpool
Published: June 06, 2025
Following the conclusion of the 2024-2025 season, Premier League champions Liverpool have announced their retained and released list.Liverpool have released seven players, including promising Benin City-born centre-back Louis Enahoro-Marcus, who holds a British passportAged 18, Enahoro-Marcus is open to representing Ni...
'Opportunity to prove himself' - Eric Chelle says Olusegun was closely monitored before Nigeria call-up
Published: June 06, 2025
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has shed light on the decision to hand Olakunle Olusegun his maiden invitation to the national team, describing the upcoming friendly against Russia as a chance for the winger to prove his worth.Olusegun was drafted into the squad following a wave of withdrawals among the forward lin...
'It does not matter who we play' - Russia coach downplays impact of missing Super Eagles players
Published: June 06, 2025
Russia head coach Valery Karpin has downplayed the significance of Nigeria missing several key players ahead of their high-profile friendly at Luzhniki Stadium, insisting that his team’s preparation remains unchanged regardless of the opposition.Responding to a question about how Russia plans to approach the match in...
Chelsea prepared to break transfer record to sign left-footed Nigerian CB also wanted by Arsenal
Published: June 06, 2025
Chelsea are in talks with Polish Ekstraklasa club Motor Lublin over the potential signing of left-footed Nigerian centre-back Bright Ede.According to several reports in the Polish press, including Meczyki, the Premier League giants have begun talks with Motor Lublin regarding the signing of Bright Ede.If the deal goes ...
Every word Chelle said on Lookman's future, Osimhen's suitors, missing Super Eagles players, Russia
Published: June 05, 2025
Ahead of Nigeria’s friendly match against the Russian national team, Nigerian head coach Eric Chelle spoke candidly about the absence of some of his key players, the ongoing transfer situations for Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman, and his approach to the upcoming game."Thank you for the warm welcome. For me person...
Every word Troost-Ekong said on Russia national team, Victor Moses, game plan, 2018 memories
Published: June 05, 2025
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has praised the unifying power of football and shared insights into Nigeria’s preparations ahead of their high-profile international friendly against Russia, set to take place at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow on Friday.   Speaking during a press event hosted by the Russian...
'Victor will go there' - Insider reveals Osimhen's likely destination amid Chelsea, Man Utd, Al Hilal links
Published: June 05, 2025
Galatasaray insider Serdar Ali Çelikler believes Victor Osimhen is likely to join Al Hilal, despite speculation linking the Nigerian striker with Premier League giants Chelsea and Manchester United.Manchester United held internal discussions about Victor Osimhen as a potential solution to their ongoing issues in the N...
From Safonov to Mostovoy: Meet the Russian quartet ready to haunt Super Eagles
Published: June 05, 2025
The Super Eagles of Nigeria are set to take on Russia in a highly anticipated international friendly match on Friday, June 6, at the iconic Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow. As both teams prepare for this historic clash — the first-ever senior international meeting between the two nations — Nigeria must be vigilant of s...
'Nothing in those stories'- Agent dismisses Uche's links to Leeds, Brentford, Sunderland, Aston Villa
Published: June 05, 2025
Respected Nigerian agent Peter Ejiasi has dismissed growing speculation linking his client, Christantus Uche, with a potential summer move to the Premier League.The versatile Getafe midfielder has emerged as one of Nigeria's most sought-after players in the summer transfer window.Reports have suggested there is interes...
'Expecting a very good game' - Ex-Lokomotiv star Victor Obinna backs Super Eagles to shine v Russia
Published: June 05, 2025
Former Super Eagles forward Victor Obinna has praised the current Nigeria national team ahead of their friendly with Russia, highlighting the depth of talent in the squad, especially in the attacking department.Obinna is no stranger to Russian football, having spent four years with Moscow giants Lokomotiv during his pl...
'All three invited me' - Arsenal academy product explains why he chose Nigeria over England, Uganda
Published: June 05, 2025
Arsenal's Hale End Academy product Ovie Ejeheri has revealed the emotional and personal reasons behind his decision to commit his international future to Nigeria, despite being eligible to represent England and Uganda.Born in Greenwich, England, to a Nigerian father and a Ugandan mother, Ejeheri had the opportunity to ...