Nigerian fans react as Messi equals legendary Maradona's World Cup record for Argentina
Published: November 26, 2022
Paris Saint Germain star Lionel Messi once again came to the rescue of Argentina by scoring the decisive opener in their  victory over Mexico on Saturday night.     Messi scored La Albiceleste's second goal of the tournament and ended up assisting the third, earning him the Man of the Match award.   ...
Nigerian fans rave about Mbappe after match-winning performance against Denmark 
Published: November 26, 2022
Kylian Mbappe played the role of a hero for France as they advanced to the knockout rounds of the 2022 FIFA World Cup holding in Qatar. Mbappe scored a brace in Les Bleus' 2-1 win over Denmark in a Group D matchday two encounter of the 2022 FIFA World Cup played at Stadium 974 (Rass Abou Aboud) on Saturday.  ...
U18 PL : Red-hot Anglo-German-Nigerian striker scores for Everton v Liverpool
Published: November 26, 2022
Everton defeated Liverpool 2-1 in an U18 Premier League match at Finch Farm on Saturday with red-hot striker Coby Ebere getting on the scoresheet for the Toffees.    His strike in the Merseyside derby took his tally to five goals in his last seven games for Everton's youth teams.    Ebere had two ch...
PL Cup : Anglo-Nigerian winger scores and assists in Arsenal's 4-1 win against Swansea 
Published: November 26, 2022
Arsenal U21s were back in Premier League Cup action against Swansea City on Saturday at the Landore Training Ground.   The young Gunners maintained their unbeaten run in the competition, thrashing the Swans 4-1 with three Nigeria-eligible youngsters featuring for the visitors.    Mehmet Ali handed start...
'Playing alongside Thiago' - Aina impressed by development of Chelsea center back
Published: November 26, 2022
Super Eagles star Ola Aina has admitted that he is impressed by the development of Chelsea youngster Trevoh Chalobah over the last few years.   Chalobah since making his debut for Chelsea in August 2021 has become one of the trusted defenders at the Bridge. In a chat with Alex Goldberg, Aina expressed his...
Super Eagles winger on target for Hertha Berlin in big win against Ludwigsfelder FC
Published: November 26, 2022
Super Eagles winger Chidera Ejuke was among the scorers as Hertha Berlin defeated Ludwigsfelder FC 5-0 in a friendly on Saturday.    Manager Sandro Schwarz set up his team in a 4-2-3-1 formation with the Nigeria international deployed as the right sided attacking midfielder.    In the 34th minute, Ejuke...
'Goal of a marksman' - Ex-Super Eagles star praises Australia's Duke after lovely flick v Tunisia
Published: November 26, 2022
Retired Nigeria international Efan Ekoku reserved special praise for Australia striker Mitchell Duke after he opened the scoring for the Socceroos in their ongoing 2022 World Cup clash against Tunisia at the Al Janoub Stadium, Al Wakrah.   Australia, searching  for their first win in Qatar following the ope...
Nigeria U20s squad announcement : 40 players named on roster for training camp 
Published: November 26, 2022
In preparation for the 2023 Africa U20 Cup of Nations in Egypt, the Nigeria Football Federation have invited forty players to a training camp in Abuja.    Flying Eagles head coach Ladan Bosso has selected five goalkeepers, nine defenders, thirteen midfielders and thirteen forwards, and the players will stay at...
Romano provides update on Man Utd target Osimhen, confirms price tag for summer 2022 
Published: November 26, 2022
Italian transfer market guru Fabrizio Romano has reiterated that Victor Osimhen is not for sale in the January transfer window amid speculation linking the Nigeria national teamer with a transfer to Manchester United when the transfer window reopens for business.    Cristiano Ronaldo's second spell with Man...
Chelsea-owned striker of Nigerian descent labelled 'good young player' by FGR boss  
Published: November 26, 2022
Chelsea-owned player of Nigerian descent Bryan Fiabema has been labeled a 'really good young player' by Forest Green Rovers boss Ian Burchnall ahead of his side's meeting with Alvechurch in the second round of the FA Cup.   The Norway youth international is in contention to figure against the Sou...
Nigerians have their say :  Mixed reactions trail Saka's display in England's draw v USA 
Published: November 26, 2022
Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka was in action for the Three Lions of England in their barren draw with the United States Men's National Team on Friday night.    Southgate's men were held to a 0-0 draw by the United States in a Group B game of the 2022 FIFA World Cup played at Al Bayt Stadium.   The ...
Former Nigeria international blames Virgil van Dijk, De Jong for Ecuador's goal v Netherlands 
Published: November 25, 2022
Former Nigeria international Efan Ekoku on Friday evening put the blame squarely on two Dutch players for the goal scored by Ecuador's Enner Valencia in The Netherlands' 1-1 draw against Ecuador in both teams' second Group A match of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.    Ekoku was on commentary duty for...
'Well deserved' - Senegal's win over Qatar excites Okocha 
Published: November 25, 2022
Former Bolton Wanderers midfielder Austin Jay Jay Okocha was over the moon following the 3-1 win of Senegal over Qatar in their second Group A match of the 2022 FIFA World Cup on Friday evening.   The Teranga Lions defeated hosts Qatar with goals scored by Boulaye Dia, Famara Diedhiou and Bamba Dieng. Ghana-born...
'Some good saves from him' - Nigerian fans react to Mendy's display in Senegal win v Qatar
Published: November 25, 2022
Football lovers across Nigeria have heaped praises on Chelsea and Senegalese goalkeeper Edouard Mendy over his performance in Senegal's win over Qatar.   The Teranga Lions of Senegal were 3-1 winners over hosts Qatar in a group A matchday two encounter played at the Al Thumama Stadium on Friday.   Bou...
Moffi sends message to ex-teammate Chalobah after defender's Chelsea contract extension
Published: November 25, 2022
Through their official website, Premier League club Chelsea have announced that Sierra Leone-born central defender Trevoh Chalobah has committed his future to the club by putting pen to paper on a new long-term deal.    The former England U21 international is now committed to the Blues until the summer of 2028...