'Why should we be afraid?' - Russia defender fires warning to Super Eagles ahead of friendly
Published: June 03, 2025
Russia international defender Danil Krugovoy has sent a strong message to the Nigerian national team ahead of their international friendly, insisting the hosts are under obligation to win on home soil despite acknowledging the strength of their African opponents.The highly anticipated encounter is scheduled for June 6 ...
Confirmed: Midfielder eligible for Germany, Nigeria signs new Bayer Leverkusen ahead of loan move
Published: June 03, 2025
Through a statement on the official website, German Bundesliga side Bayer Leverkusen have confirmed that dual-national midfielder Francis Onyeka has signed a new contract.Born in Gummersbach, Onyeka has caps for his country of birth, Germany at U15, U16, U17 and U18 level, but remains eligible to wear Nigeria's colours...
'Not below the level' - Russia coach impressed by Super Eagles even without Osimhen, Lookman
Published: June 03, 2025
Russia national team coach Valery Karpin has shared his thoughts on the strength of the Nigeria national team, saying that the three-time African champions remain a formidable opponent even without their marquee forwards Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman.Eric Chelle has taken a second-string team to the Russian capita...
'I know all the players' - New Super Eagles invitee Olusegun hails Russia's winning mentality
Published: June 03, 2025
Olakunle Olusegun has shared his thoughts ahead of Nigeria's highly anticipated international friendly against Russia on Friday, calling for determination and focus from his teammates.The FC Krasnodar attacker received a call-up to the Super Eagles squad following the withdrawal of several forwards due to various reaso...
Marriage vs Super Eagles duty: John Utaka shares honest take on Ahmed Musa's exit from camp
Published: June 03, 2025
Former Super Eagles forward John Utaka has reacted to Ahmed Musa’s decision to leave Nigeria’s national team camp to get married, calling for due process and proper handling of national team matters.Musa, who plays for Kano Pillars, withdrew from the Super Eagles camp after Nigeria’s 2-1 victory over Ghana in the...
Confirmed: Versatile Nigerian attacker signs new deal with West Ham ahead of next season
Published: June 02, 2025
With a statement on the official website, Premier League club West Ham United have announced that versatile Nigerian attacker Elisha Sowunmi has signed a new deal ahead of the 2025-2026 season.Born on June 1, 2007, Sowunmi, who is comfortable on the left or right flank or as No10., has signed his first professional con...
Done deal: Chelsea sign record-breaking midfielder born in Lisbon with African roots
Published: June 02, 2025
Chelsea have completed the signing of Portuguese youth international Dario Essugo from Sporting CP, with the deal officially revealed on the club’s website on Monday evening.The Lisbon-born holding midfielder, who is of Angola descent, joins the Blues on a long-term contract that runs until 2033. The 20-year-old arr...
Nephew of former Super Eagles star among two Nigerian midfielders listed for sale by Chelsea
Published: June 02, 2025
Chelsea are open to selling Lesley Ugochukwu, the nephew of former Super Eagles, Onyekachi Apam, amid a clear-out ahead of the upcoming summer window.Ugochukwu, who joined Chelsea in the summer of 2023, spent last season on loan at Southampton to gain consistent playing time and adapt to Premier League football.During ...
Super Eagles camp update: Boniface, Obasogie among 18 players in Moscow; Onyemaechi yet to arrive
Published: June 02, 2025
Following their dramatic penalty shootout victory over Jamaica in the final of the 2025 Unity Cup at the Gtech Community Stadium in London on Saturday, the Super Eagles have arrived in Moscow to begin preparations for their high-profile international friendly against Russia.The Nigerian delegation, which includes 18 pl...
'Osimhen won't come' - CSKA midfielder insists Russia are not scared of depleted Super Eagles
Published: June 02, 2025
CSKA Moscow's Russia national team attacking midfielder Matvey Kislyak has downplayed the challenge posed by the Nigerian national team ahead of their friendly on June 6, highlighting the absence of marquee forward Victor Osimhen as a key factor.The Super Eagles have been forced into changes after several withdrawals, ...
Aina, Chukwueze, Iheanacho, Sadiq, Ndidi, Tella withdraw from Super Eagles squad; Olusegen gets first call-up
Published: June 02, 2025
A number of withdrawals and injuries to some players have combined to alter the list of players who will appear for Nigeria in Friday’s international friendly match in Moscow, from the original list drawn up by Super Eagles’ Head Coach Eric Chelle.The goalkeeping sector is unaffected as first choice Stanley Nwabali...
Done deal: Super Eagles forward extends contract with ND Primorje amid interest from European clubs
Published: June 02, 2025
Super Eagles forward Ishaq Rafiu has signed a two-year contract extension with Slovenian club ND Primorje Ajdovščina ahead of the new season, the club confirmed via its official Facebook page.Rafiu has become a key figure at Primorje since joining from NK Maribor, where he endured a difficult spell after a breakout c...
Official: Besiktas dismiss reports they are in talks with Galatasaray alum Onyekuru
Published: June 02, 2025
Turkish Super Lig club Beşiktaş has officially dismissed reports linking the club with a potential transfer move for Nigerian winger Henry Onyekuru. The 27-year-old, who last played for Al-Fayha in Saudi Arabia, had been speculated in Turkish media and on social platforms as a target for the black-and-white outfit a...
'I'm not going to lie' - AC Milan winger Chukwueze admits last season was one his worst since turning pro
Published: June 02, 2025
AC Milan winger Samuel Chukwueze has admitted that the 2024/25 season ranks among the worst of his professional career, expressing deep disappointment over the team’s overall performance and his own limited impact."Last season is something we don’t really want to talk about. It was a bad season for the Milan fans a...
Everton forward reveals how her dad raised three footballers, including two Super Falcons stars
Published: June 02, 2025
Everton forward Toni Payne has spoken about the instrumental role her father played in shaping her football journey and that of her siblings, describing him as the backbone of their success in the sport.Payne, who has become a key player for Nigeria’s senior women's national team, revealed that her father’s influen...