Doncaster Rovers boss hails Spurs loanee Ajayi for 'outstanding' goal in win v Middlesbrough
Published: August 13, 2025
Doncaster Rovers manager Grant McCann has singled out the strike from Tottenham Hotspur loanee Damola Ajayi during their 4-0 victory over Middlesbrough in the Carabao Cup on Tuesday night.Ajayi scored the second goal in the 23rd minute at the Riverside Stadium, firing a left-footed shot into the back of the net followi...
Besiktas midfielder reveals what has impressed him most about new signing Ndidi
Published: August 13, 2025
Speaking at Wednesday's press conference ahead of the Conference League third qualifying second round clash with St Patrick’s Athletic, Besiktas youngster Demir Ege Tıknaz lauded new signing Wilfred Ndidi.The midfielder highlighted the Nigeria international's athleticism and expressed confidence in his ability to ma...
Super Falcons-eligible goalkeeper extends contract with European champions Arsenal
Published: August 13, 2025
Super Falcons-eligible goalkeeper Chiemela Ude has committed her future to Arsenal, signing a new deal that will keep her at the European champions until the end of the 2026–2027 season, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.The English-Nigerian shot-stopper has also earned a promotion to the club's U21 side and was included ...
Lookman meeting on the cards as Atalanta CEO travels to England to hold talks with Fulham
Published: August 13, 2025
The future of Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman has emerged as one of the summer’s most closely watched transfer stories, with Inter Milan stepping up their efforts to secure the Atalanta attacker.According to Sky Italia via FCInterNews  Atalanta CEO Luca Percassi is currently in the United Kingdom, officially to neg...
17yo defender Chigozie reveals source of confidence after making full debut for Luton Town
Published: August 13, 2025
Luton Town's academy enjoyed a proud moment on Tuesday night as 17-year-old Christian Chigozie made his full debut in the Carabao Cup clash against Coventry City.Born in Spain, Chigozie is eligible to represent the national teams of Spain, Nigeria through his parents, as well as England, where he has lived since the ag...
Centre-back open to representing Super Eagles scores against Ipswich as Bromley make history
Published: August 13, 2025
Central defender Deji Elerewe played a pivotal role in Bromley's historic achievement on Tuesday, scoring as the Lilywhites defeated Championship side Ipswich Town in a penalty shootout to reach the second round of the Carabao Cup for the first time in the club's history.Before facing the Tractor Boys, Bromley's only p...
'He's in a brace now' – Rangers boss confirms Dessers suffered 'nasty' ankle injury v Viktoria Plzen
Published: August 12, 2025
Rangers manager Russell Martin has confirmed that Nigerian striker Cyriel Dessers sustained an ankle injury during Tuesday night’s 2-1 defeat to Viktoria Plzen.Dessers, who has been linked with a summer move away from Ibrox, was forced off in the second half and replaced by Brazilian forward Danilo. The 30-year-old,...
Carabao Cup: Tottenham Hotspur loanee Ajayi scores on full debut as Doncaster thrash Boro
Published: August 12, 2025
Tottenham Hotspur loanee Damola Ajayi marked his first senior start in style, scoring as Doncaster Rovers cruised to a 4-0 victory over Middlesbrough to book their place in the Carabao Cup second round on Tuesday night.The 19-year-old, who had made three previous senior appearances – all from the bench – opened his...
UCL qualifier: Durosinmi finds the net but Viktoria Plzen lose to Dessers' Rangers on aggregate
Published: August 12, 2025
Nigerian striker Rafiu Durosinmi was on target as Viktoria Plzen recorded a 2-1 win over Rangers in the second leg of their UEFA Champions League qualifying tie at the Doosan Arena on Tuesday night.Despite the victory, the Czech side bowed out 4-2 on aggregate after Rangers’ commanding 3-0 first-leg win at Ibrox last...
An evening to forget for Leonard Ngenge and 4 other observations from Nigeria's loss to Sudan
Published: August 12, 2025
Nigeria’s Super Eagles saw their 2024 CHAN campaign come to a bitter end on Tuesday night, suffering a crushing 4-0 loss to Sudan.The defeat matched the Super Eagles heaviest loss in African Nations Championship history, equalling the 4-0 thrashing they suffered against Morocco in the 2018 final.An early own goal fro...
Sudan 4-0 Nigeria: Super Eagles equal their worst-ever loss at African Nations Championship
Published: August 12, 2025
Nigeria’s campaign at the 2024 African Nations Championship suffered a devastating blow with a 4-0 defeat to Sudan at Amaan Stadium, Zanzibar, confirming their early exit after back-to-back losses.The defeat matched the Super Eagles heaviest loss in African Nations Championship history, equalling the 4-0 thrashing th...
Super Falcons-eligible midfielder named in Chelsea's travelling squad for Netherlands camp
Published: August 12, 2025
Chelsea have named a 26-player travelling party for a six-day pre-season training camp in the Netherlands, according to the club’s official website. The trip will allow manager Sonia Bompastor to step up preparations for the 2025-2026 campaign.Super Falcons-eligible midfielder Ashanti Akpan is among the nine midfiel...
Nigerian striker undergoes medical at Serie A giants Juventus ahead of transfer
Published: August 12, 2025
Juventus are on the brink of signing Italian-born Nigerian striker Alvin Okoro, who arrived in Turin on Monday to undergo a medical at the club’s J. Medical Centre, according to Italian transfer expert Gianluca Di Marzio The 20-year-old, eligible for both Nigeria and Italy at international level, joined Venezia in 2...
CHAN 2024: Three key Falcons of Jediane players Super Eagles must contain in must-win clash
Published: August 12, 2025
Nigeria’s Super Eagles B face a do-or-die encounter against Sudan’s Falcons of Jediane in the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) at Amaan Stadium today. After a 1-0 loss to Senegal, Nigeria must secure a victory to keep their quarter-final hopes alive. Sudan, coached by Kwesi Appiah, drew 1-1 with Congo in t...
'Reached the quarterfinals' – Super Eagles NL coach reflects on Africa Cup of Holland performance
Published: August 12, 2025
Samuel Aloga, CEO and coach of Super Eagles Netherlands (NL), has outlined his team’s mission to unite Nigerian footballers in the Netherlands while promoting cultural exchange and community building."When you hear the name Super Eagles NL, you immediately feel the energy of pride, talent, and unity," Aloga told alln...