'Only those who have the courage to shoot can miss' - Samuel Eto'o shows solidarity with Lookman
Published: February 22, 2025
Cameroon legend Samuel Eto'o has taken to social media to express his opinion regarding the controversy over the penalty missed by Ademola Lookman during the second half of Atalanta's 3-1 loss to Club Brugge in a Champions League playoff tie at the Gewiss Stadium on Tuesday, February 18.The penalty miss was one of the ...
Ibrahim Hafiz Umar: One-time Chelsea target sees red on Ligue 1 debut for Stade de Reims
Published: February 22, 2025
Ibrahim Hafiz Umar, a promising 19-year-old Nigerian forward and former Chelsea target, made headlines recently as he made his Ligue 1 debut for Stade de Reims. This significant milestone comes after a series of ups and downs in his young career, highlighting his resilience and determination to succeed in European foo...
Six GKs Eric Chelle must recruit for Nigeria, including Crystal Palace product with 17 clean sheets
Published: February 22, 2025
As Nigeria prepares for crucial World Cup qualifiers, Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle faces the task of strengthening the squad to boost their chances of making it to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the USA, Mexico, and Canada.  Currently sitting fifth in their qualification group, the Super Eagles must secure vital wi...
Ndidi in action for 77 minutes as Leicester set unwanted PL record after loss to Brentford
Published: February 22, 2025
Leicester City are in big trouble with the former Premier League champions suffering a 4-0 defeat at the hands of Brentford at the King Power Stadium on Friday night.The Foxes set an unwanted Premier League record following the loss to the Bees, becoming the first side to suffer six consecutive home losses in the Engli...
'Time to move on' - 2013 Afcon winner urges Lookman and Osimhen to leave Serie A clubs
Published: February 21, 2025
Former Nigeria international and 2013 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) winner Ogenyi Onazi has urged both Ademola Lookman and Victor Osimhen to consider leaving their respective Serie A clubs in light of recent controversies. Onazi's comments come after Atalanta's head coach Gian Piero Gasperini publicly criticized Lookm...
Best betting sites in South Africa: 2025 edition
Published: February 21, 2025
South African online gambling continues to expand, with punters having plenty of options to try their fortune. New regulations, enhanced sites, and forceful offers make 2025 a great year for online gambling fans. A review of the top South African online bookmakers follows, a review of their strengths and weaknesses, an...
What Viktoria Plzen coach said about Durosinmi after goal and assist in Europa League
Published: February 21, 2025
Viktoria Plzeň forward, Rafiu Durosinmi, has drawn significant praise from head coach Miroslav Koubek following his standout performance in the UEFA Europa League, where he contributed a goal and an assist in a crucial match against Ferencváros. The victory not only showcased Durosinmi's potential but also played a ...
Boost for Eric Chelle ahead of Nigeria squad announcement as Moses Simon resumes training at Nantes
Published: February 21, 2025
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has received a timely boost just weeks before unveiling his first squad list, as Moses Simon, one of the key players expected to feature in the 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe, has resumed group training with Nantes, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.Simon could not ...
'Ends up with a bloody nose' - Union St. Gilloise striker David slams referee for not awarding penalty
Published: February 21, 2025
Union Saint-Gilloise striiker Promise David has hit out at the referee for failing to award a late penalty in their Europa League clash against Ajax, claiming his teammate Kevin Rodríguez was unfairly denied a crucial spot-kick after suffering a bloody nose from an aerial challenge with goalkeeper Remko Pasveer.Despit...
'He'll have to wear a mask' - Nottingham Forest boss confirms Awoniyi is available against Newcastle
Published: February 21, 2025
Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo has confirmed that striker Taiwo Awoniyi is available for selection ahead of their Premier League clash against Newcastle United. However, the Nigerian forward will have to wear a protective mask as he continues his recovery from injury.Speaking at his pre-match press conf...
UCL, UEL, UECL last-16 draw: Boniface, Dessers, Onyedika, Tosin & more discover opponents
Published: February 21, 2025
Super Eagles forwards Victor Boniface, Cyriel Dessers, and several other Nigerian players have learned their next opponents as UEFA held the draws for the Champions League, Europa League, and Conference League knockout stages.  Victor Boniface and Nathan Tella's Bayer Leverkusen will take on Bayern Munich in the Round...
'Lookman the only innocent person' - Liverpool icon blames two players, Atalanta coach for penalty miss
Published: February 21, 2025
In the wake of Atalanta's disappointing exit from the UEFA Champions League, a heated debate has emerged regarding the circumstances surrounding Ademola Lookman’s missed penalty in their 3-1 defeat to Club Brugge. The incident has not only sparked outrage among fans but has also drawn sharp criticism from Liverpool ...
Flying Eagles ace Daniel Daga makes winning debut for Norwegian club Molde, scores in shootout
Published: February 21, 2025
2023 Fifa U20 World Cup star Daniel Daga made his competitive debut for Molde on Thursday as the Norwegian outfit defeated Shamrock Rovers on penalties to advance to the last 16 of the UEFA Conference League.Widely regarded as one of Nigeria's biggest talents, Daga joined Molde from FC One Rocket in the January transfe...
'May God bless Osimhen' - Turkish pundit lavishes praise on Galatasaray striker despite UEL loss
Published: February 21, 2025
Galatasaray's adventure in the UEFA Europa League (UEL) came to an end on Thursday evening following a 6-3 loss on aggregate to Dutch opponents AZ Alkmaar.The visitors established a two-goal lead before the 56th minute thanks to goals from Seiya Maikuma and Denso Kasius, but the Turkish champions netted twice to earn a...
Five dual-national defenders Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle must convince to play for Nigeria
Published: February 21, 2025
Eric Chelle, the newly appointed Super Eagles manager, faces the daunting task of revitalizing the Nigerian national team as they fight for a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the USA, Mexico, and Canada.  Nigeria currently sits fifth in Group C of the qualifiers with just three points from four matches, trailing gr...