'We won't do anything crazy' – Genk coach provides update on Fulham and Burnley-linked Arokodare
Published: August 02, 2025
Racing Genk head coach Thorsten Fink has offered clarity on the future of striker Tolu Arokodare, amid ongoing transfer speculation linking the Nigerian forward with a potential move away from the club.The Nigerian international, who finished as the Belgian league's top scorer last season, has been heavily linked with ...
'How are you Nigerian?' – Plumptre reveals how curious Super Falcons teammates reacted to her arrival
Published: August 02, 2025
2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations-winning defender Ashleigh Plumptre has recalled the initial reactions of her Super Falcons teammates during her first camp with Nigeria women's national team.The Leicester native earned over 25 caps for England's Young Lionesses and was provisionally cap-tied to her country of birth b...
Not just Chukwuemeka: RB Leipzig interested in another Chelsea player of Nigerian descent
Published: August 02, 2025
RB Leipzig have widened their interest in Chelsea’s young talents, with the Bundesliga club now targeting promising forward Tyrique George, in addition to their ongoing pursuit of midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka, The Telegraph has reported.Following a disappointing 2024/2025 season in which they failed to secure Europe...
'I say to them' – Victor Boniface urges teammates to take Super Eagles duty more seriously
Published: August 01, 2025
Super Eagles forward Victor Boniface has issued a passionate appeal to his international teammates, urging them to treat representing Nigeria with the seriousness and pride it deserves.The Bayer Leverkusen striker expressed disappointment with the attitude of some players towards national team duty, stating that wearin...
Allegations of bias: Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle defends his controversial CHAN picks
Published: August 01, 2025
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has strongly defended his player selections for the 2024 African Nations Championship, stating that his choices are guided by tactical philosophy rather than club reputation or personal bias.Speaking ahead of the tournament, which kicks off this weekend across Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda,...
Official: Inter Milan announce signing of versatile Nigerian forward from Serie A rivals
Published: August 01, 2025
With a statement on the official website, Inter Milan have announced the signing of versatile Nigerian forward Richi Agbonifo from Serie A rivals Hellas Verona.Inter have not disclosed the length or financial terms of the agreement, but both clubs have confirmed that the transfer is a permanent deal.Agbonifo offers ver...
Lookman goes to war: African POTY erases Atalanta from Instagram bio to force Inter switch
Published: August 01, 2025
Atalanta have rejected a €45 million bid from Inter Milan for reigning African Footballer of the Year Ademola Lookman, allnigeriasoccer.com has been told.The offer—comprised of €42 million upfront and €3 million in performance-related bonuses—fell short of Atalanta’s €50 million valuation.Inter Milan have...
'No place like home' – Chelsea centre-back Tosin drops cryptic post amid Nigeria interest
Published: August 01, 2025
Chelsea centre-back Tosin Adarabioyo has stirred speculation about a potential international switch to Nigeria after posting a cryptic message on social media during his first-ever visit to the country. The 2025 Fifa Club World Cup winner wrote on X: "The love was real. The welcome was deep. Nigeria — thank you for ...
Kion Etete: Striker who is open to representing Super Eagles loaned out by Cardiff City
Published: August 01, 2025
Through a statement on the official website, League One club Cardiff City have announced that dual-national striker Kion Etete has been loaned out to Rotherham United for the entirety of the 2025-2026 season, subject to EFL, FA and FAW ratification and international clearance.The 23-year-old becomes the tenth player si...
'They're picking on me' – Osayi-Samuel opens up on failed Besiktas move, blasts Turkish media
Published: August 01, 2025
Super Eagles defender Bright Osayi-Samuel has shed light on the events behind his collapsed move to Besiktas before finalizing his transfer to Birmingham City.The 27-year-old right-back, who recently signed for Birmingham City after four years at Fenerbahce, was heavily linked with a summer switch to Besiktas.The deal ...
Official: Liverpool alum Jordon Ibe joins Swedish club subject to work permit
Published: August 01, 2025
Swedish Superettan outfit Umeå FC have confirmed that personal terms have been agreed with former Liverpool winger Jordon Ibe, as the 29-year-old edges closer to a return to professional football.In an official statement published on the club’s website, Umeå announced that Ibe’s trial — which began nearly three...
'I get a lot of stick from Nigerians' – Lagos-born Chelsea legend explains why she chose England
Published: August 01, 2025
Retired England international Eniola Aluko has revealed the circumstances behind her decision to represent the Lionesses instead of Nigeria, the country of her birth, unlike her brother Sone Aluko, who played for the Super Eagles.Born in Lagos, Aluko amassed more than 100 caps for England before calling time on her int...
'Everyone knows that' – Chukwueze hails AC Milan coach Allegri as serial winner and master tactician
Published: August 01, 2025
Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze has showered praise on AC Milan's newly-appointed manager Massimiliano Allegri, branding him a "serial winner" and "great tactician" following the Rossoneri's emphatic 9-0 pre-season victory over Australian side Perth Glory on Thursday.Chukwueze, who was among the scorers in the fri...
CAF celebrate 'Kolanut Boy', the only Nigerian to score an African Nations Championship hat-trick
Published: August 01, 2025
As the 2024 TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) kicks off across Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has paid tribute to Nigeria’s Chisom Chikatara, hailing him as one of the few players to have left an indelible mark on the tournament.In a feature published on C...
Super Lig's costliest signing ever: Osimhen completes Galatasaray move, to earn ₦37b per season
Published: July 31, 2025
With a statement on the official website, Turkish Super Lig giants Galatasaray have announced the signing of Victor Osimhen.By signing a four-year contract with Galatasaray, the former African Footballer of the Year has ended his five-year stint with Napoli, having joined the Italian club from Lille in 2020.The Turkish...