Forward who shares the same agent as five Super Eagles players confirms Chelsea departure
Published: June 03, 2025
England international Jadon Sancho has taken to social media to confirm his departure from UEFA Conference League winners Chelsea.Sancho is looked after by Nigerian agent Emeka Obasi, who also handles the affairs of five Super Eagles players in the shape of Ola Aina, Terem Moffi, Josh Maja, Joe Aribo and Alex Iwobi.The...
The reason Onyemaechi reported late for Super Eagles duty in Moscow and missed training
Published: June 03, 2025
The Super Eagles now have a full complement of 20 players in camp ahead of Friday’s international friendly against Russia, following the arrival of Bruno Onyemaechi in Moscow. The Olympiakos left-back was the last player to report for national team duty after experiencing a delay in securing his visa.Onyemaechi miss...
After rejection by Man Utd captain, Al Hilal identify Osimhen as top target ahead of Club World Cup
Published: June 03, 2025
Saudi Arabian giants Al Hilal have identified Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen as their top transfer target ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup, following the rejection of their offer by Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes.Osimhen, currently on loan at Galatasaray from Napoli, enjoyed a stellar campaign in Turkey, he...
Ajibade in sensational form and four other talking points from Super Falcons' 2-0 win over Cameroon
Published: June 03, 2025
Nigeria secured a comfortable 2-0 win over Cameroon in the first of two friendly matches between the nations, as both sides intensify preparations for the upcoming Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) tournament.Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade led by example, scoring both goals in the first half to cap a domi...
Nigeria 2 Cameroon 0: Ajibade at the double as Falcons record 15th victory v Indomitable Lionesses
Published: June 03, 2025
Captain Rasheedat Ajibade delivered a superb performance as Nigeria’s Super Falcons secured a 2-0 victory over Cameroon in an entertaining encounter at the MKO Abiola Stadium in Abeokuta.With Chiamaka Nnadozie starting between the posts and Ifeoma Onumonu leading the line, the Falcons began brightly, stringing togeth...
19 players including new invitee Olusegun take part in Super Eagles first training session pre-Russia
Published: June 03, 2025
The Super Eagles have kicked off preparations for their glamour friendly against 2018 World Cup hosts Russia, scheduled for Friday evening, allnigeriasoccer.com reports. Nineteen players participated in Tuesday evening's workout, including new invitee Olakunle Olusegun, who landed in Moscow today.The Krasnodar forward...
'The whole world knows their players' - Ex-Spartak defender labels Nigeria a top opponent
Published: June 03, 2025
Former Spartak Moscow defender Eduard Mor has called the Super Eagles a world-class team ahead of their friendly with 2018 World Cup hosts Russia in Moscow on Friday evening. Mor praised the attacking strength of the Super Eagles, describing their forward line as one of the most dangerous in the world at the moment. ...
'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 ...