Club Brugge 4-1 Monaco: Onyedika scores, son of ex-Super Eagles defender unused substitute
Published: September 18, 2025
Super Eagles midfielder Raphael Onyedika made his mark in Europe on Thursday evening, scoring in Club Brugge’s emphatic 4-1 victory over AS Monaco in their UEFA Champions League opener. The 24-year-old was on target in the first half, showcasing his growing influence at the Belgian side.Onyedika struck in the 39th m...
'He's getting there' – West Brom coach gives positive update on last season's top scorer Maja
Published: September 18, 2025
West Bromwich Albion manager Ryan Mason has suggested that Josh Maja could make his first league start of the season when the Baggies face Middlesbrough on Friday night.The Super Eagles striker capped off an impressive campaign by claiming West Brom’s top goalscorer award for the 2024–25 season, having netted 12 ti...
Lookman returns to team training, makes himself available for Atalanta's trip to Torino
Published: September 18, 2025
Ademola Lookman has rejoined Atalanta's first-team training, making himself available for selection ahead of Sunday's Serie A trip to Torino.The 27-year-old forward, who had been absent from group activities since the summer, took part in his first full session with Ivan Juric’s side on Thursday morning at Zingonia.�...
'Sounds promising' – Kelly gives verdict on Fulham's deadline day signing Chukwueze
Published: September 18, 2025
Fulhamish podcast contributor Jack Kelly has offered an encouraging verdict on Samuel Chukwueze and highlighted that fans are yet to see his qualities in full.The winger, who joined the Cottagers on loan from AC Milan on deadline day, is set to spend the rest of the 2025-26 season in west London, with the deal includin...
After failed summer move, Nwakali drafted into Barnsley U21s to stay match fit
Published: September 18, 2025
The future of Nigeria international Kelechi Nwakali was not resolved before the close of the summer transfer window, allnigeriasoccer.com reports. Nwakali had been pushing for a loan move during the window, with reports linking him to interest from other English clubs, but no deal materialised. As a result, the 27-ye...
Why Super Eagles forward was omitted from Bayer Leverkusen squad to face FC Copenhagen
Published: September 18, 2025
Super Eagles forward Nathan Tella has been left out of Bayer Leverkusen’s squad to face FC Copenhagen on Thursday after sustaining a knee injury.According to Sky Sport Germany, the 26-year-old picked up a knock in the Bayer Leverkusen's 3-1 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt last weekend.He subsequently missed the club...
'Be fully ready for Liverpool' – Galatasaray insider provides update on Osimhen injury situation
Published: September 18, 2025
Galatasaray insider Yakup Çınar has shared an update on Victor Osimhen's injury setback following his omission from the squad to face Eintracht Frankfurt.The Nigerian striker will sit out the Yellow-Reds' UEFA Champions League opener after suffering an ankle injury while on international duty during the 2026 FIFA Wor...
Uche could join Crystal Palace on a permanent deal before Afcon – what he needs to do
Published: September 18, 2025
Nigeria international Christantus Uche could secure a permanent move to Crystal Palace before the start of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on December 21, but only if he meets a key condition.On deadline day, Uche joined Crystal Palace on a season-long loan rather than the permanent deal many expected. The agreement in...
Dessers scores first goal for Panathinaikos after summer move from Rangers
Published: September 18, 2025
Super Eagles forward Cyriel Dessers has opened his goalscoring account for Panathinaikos following his summer move from Scottish giants Rangers.  Dessers netted the game-winning goal for Panathinaikos in their 1-0 win over Athens Kallithea in the opening match of the League Phase of the Greek Cup. The 30-year-old Nig...
'Cruised away' – Nevin suggests Chelsea centre-back Tosin struggled against Bayern striker Kane
Published: September 17, 2025
Former Chelsea winger Pat Nevin has questioned the performance of Tosin Adarabioyo after the defender endured a difficult night against Harry Kane in Chelsea’s 3-1 defeat to Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League.The 32-year-old found the net in both halves for the Bavarians, while Trevoh Chalobah's own goal open...
Rio Ngumoha makes Champions League history as Liverpool beat Atletico Madrid
Published: September 17, 2025
Super Eagles-eligible forward, Rio Ngumoha, wrote his name into the history books on Wednesday night after making his UEFA Champions League debut in the Reds' thrilling 3-2 victory over Atletico Madrid at Anfield.Liverpool raced into a two-goal lead within the opening six minutes, with Andrew Robertson opening the scor...
'Irrelevant to us' – Frankfurt coach insists Osimhen's absence for Galatasaray is no big deal
Published: September 17, 2025
Eintracht Frankfurt coach Dino Toppmoller has downplayed the importance of Victor Osimhen missing Thursday's UEFA Champions League clash at Deutsche Bank Park.Galatasaray confirmed that Osimhen has been left out of their travelling squad to Frankfurt due to an ankle injury sustained while on international duty with Nig...
Son of former Super Eagles left-back makes UYL debut for Chelsea in win against Bayern
Published: September 17, 2025
Landon Emenalo made his first appearance in the UEFA Youth League on Wednesday afternoon as Chelsea came from behind to claim all three points in a 3-2 win over Bayern Munich.An England U17 international, Landon is the son of former Nigeria left-back Michael Emenalo, who impressed at the 1994 Fifa World Cup as cover fo...
'I said to him' – Nottingham Forest boss reveals message to Ola Aina after defender's surgery
Published: September 17, 2025
Nottingham Forest manager Ange Postecoglou has offered words of encouragement to Ola Aina following the defender's recent surgery, assuring him that there will still be plenty of opportunities to make an impact later in the season.Ola Aina underwent surgery at the weekend after suffering a hamstring injury during the o...
'Makes the team better' – Werder Bremen attacker highlights importance of Boniface
Published: September 17, 2025
Werder Bremen forward Marco Grüll has highlighted the influence of Nigerian striker Victor Boniface, stressing the importance of competition within the squad ahead of Saturday’s Bundesliga clash with SC Freiburg.Speaking before the upcoming fixture, Grüll praised Boniface for raising the level of Bremen’s attack....