Sheffield United confirm squad numbers for three Nigerians ahead of season opener
Published: August 07, 2025
Sheffield United have confirmed that three players of Nigerian descent – Ehije Ukaki, Christian Nwachukwu and Femi Seriki – have been handed squad numbers ahead of the club’s Championship opener against Bristol City at Bramall Lane on Saturday, August 9.In an official statement published on their website, the Bla...
Montpellier appoint former Super Eagles forward John Utaka as Women's team coach
Published: August 07, 2025
Allnigeriasoccer.com has been informed that former Super Eagles forward John Chukwudi Utaka has been named the new head coach of Montpellier HSC Feminines, in what marks a major step forward in his coaching journey. The appointment  reunites the 43-year-old Nigerian with the club where he won the Ligue 1 title during...
'We have to respect Southampton' – Onuachu explains why he didn't return to Trabzonspor last term
Published: August 07, 2025
Speaking at a press conference at the Mehmet Ali Yılmaz Facilities on Thursday, Paul Onuachu revealed that he had every intention of returning to Trabzonspor following his loan spell at the Turkish club.However, a permanent move did not materialise during the 2024-2025 season due to the inability of Southampton and Tr...
'So talented' – Osayi-Samuel says Arsenal target Eze is good enough to play for a PL-winning team
Published: August 07, 2025
Birmingham City fullback Bright Osayi-Samuel has heaped praise on Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze, claiming the England international is good enough to play for a Premier League title-winning side.Eze, who has been heavily linked with a summer move to Arsenal, continues to attract interest following a string of stando...
Official: After Onuachu, Trabzonspor sign another Nigerian forward with a Southampton past
Published: August 07, 2025
With a statement on the official website, Turkish Super Lig side Trabzonspor have confirmed the signing of Brussels-born Nigerian forward Kazeem Olaigbe An agreement has been reached between Stade Rennais FC and the player himself regarding the permanent transfer of Olaigbe to Trabzonspor.Olaigbe becomes the second Ni...
2025 Ballon d'Or: Madugu nominated alongside England, Brazil, Chelsea and Arsenal Women's coaches
Published: August 07, 2025
Justine Madugu, the coach of Nigeria women’s national team, has been nominated for the 2025 Ballon d’Or awards in the Women's Coach of the Year category.The 61-year-old is the sole African representative on the coaching shortlist, earning his place after guiding the Super Falcons to a historic tenth continental tit...
2025 Ballon d'Or: Nnadozie battles Arsenal, Chelsea, Barca keepers for Women's Yashin Trophy
Published: August 07, 2025
Nigerian goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie has been shortlisted for the 2025 Women’s Yachine Trophy, a Ballon d’Or award recognizing the world’s best female goalkeeper. The 24-year-old joins a distinguished group of nominees unveiled on Thursday, including Ann-Katrin Berger (Gotham FC), Cata Coll (Barcelona), Hannah ...
Chelsea coach Maresca reveals how he found about Ugochukwu's transfer to Burnley
Published: August 07, 2025
Enzo Maresca has admitted he only found out about Lesley Ugochukwu’s Burnley transfer when the club’s media officer informed him.The 2025 Fifa Club World Cup-winning manager made it clear that he is not involved in transfer exit discussions and instead relies on club staff for updates.Ugochukwu's transfer to Burnle...
Photo: Leicester midfielder Ndidi lands in Istanbul for Besiktas medical and transfer talks
Published: August 07, 2025
Wilfred Ndidi has arrived in Istanbul to finalise his proposed move to Turkish giants Beşiktaş, the club confirmed on Thursday morning via their official X account.The Black Eagles shared photos of the Leicester City midfielder clad in Beşiktaş colours, signaling that the deal is in its final stages.Ndidi, a produc...
'A good player' – Birmingham City coach responds to reports linking Ipswich-bound Akpom to the club
Published: August 07, 2025
Birmingham City head coach Chris Davies has responded to swirling rumours linking Ajax striker Chuba Akpom with a move to the Championship side, following reports that Ipswich Town have hijacked the proposed deal.Akpom was strongly tipped to join the Blues on loan after Birmingham reportedly reached an agreement with D...
Done deal: Nephew of former Super Eagles defender joins Burnley from Chelsea
Published: August 06, 2025
Through the official website, Premier League new boys Burnley have announced the signing of highly-rated midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu from Chelsea, marking their seventh addition of the summer transfer window.The 21-year-old, who is the nephew of former Super Eagles defender Onyekachi Apam, completed his move to Turf Mo...
Southampton midfielder Aribo not keen on following Ndidi, Uduokhai and Abraham to Besiktas
Published: August 06, 2025
Super Eagles midfielder Joe Aribo is not keen on joining Turkish giants Besiktas despite interest from the club, following Southampton's relegation to the Championship. The Black Eagles, now under the leadership of Manchester United legend Ole Gunnar Solskjær, have been active in the transfer market this summer, rein...
Arsenal 2-3 Villarreal: Nwaneri features, Harriman-Annous benched, Lagos-born forward scores
Published: August 06, 2025
Arsenal fell 3-2 to Villarreal in a pre-season friendly at the Emirates Stadium, with Nigerian-eligible midfielder Ethan Nwaneri featuring for 62 minutes and fellow Nigerian-eligible youngster Andre Harriman-Annous an unused substitute.Villarreal opened the scoring in the 16th minute when Nicolas Pépé reacted quickes...
1xCup 2025 group stage kicks off August 12
Published: August 06, 2025
The most exciting phase of Nigeria’s premier amateur football tournament, the 1xCup 2025, is about to kick off — and all eyes are now on the group stage battles set to begin on August 12.On Wednesday, the luxurious Radisson Blu Hotel in Lagos buzzed with excitement as the group stage draw and the tournament format ...
Update on Chelsea midfielder Ugochukwu's proposed move to PL newcomers Burnley
Published: August 06, 2025
France U23 international of Nigerian descent Lesley Ugochukwu is edging closer to sealing a move to Premier League newcomers Burnley, though the transfer is yet to be finalised.According to The Athletic's David Ornstein, Burnley have reached an agreement with Chelsea for the promising midfielder, with a five-year deal ...