'Was the best young midfielder in Denmark' - Ex-Liverpool chief hails Brentford loanee Onyeka
Published: January 18, 2025
Liverpool's former director of research Dr Ian Graham, namechecked Super Eagles midfielder Frank Onyeka, who is currently on loan at Augsburg from Brentford, while lauding the Bees on the quality of their players. As Liverpool face Brentford on Saturday, the former Liverpool chief has been singing the praises of the B...
Boxing champion meets Nwakali: Simpson hands Nigeria midfielder Barnsley Goal of the Month prize
Published: January 18, 2025
Kelechi Nwakali's first goal in English football has been voted Barnsley's Goal of the Month for December 2024.The Arsenal alum saw off competition from Davis Keillor-Dunn, Adam Phillips and Jon Russell to claim the monthly accolade. Signed from GD Chaves in the summer of 2024, Nwakali scored Barnsley's most eye-catch...
'Missed many clear goals' - Ex-Galatasaray forward claims Osimhen is behind Icardi in finishing
Published: January 18, 2025
Former Galatasaray forward Ümit Karan has criticized Victor Osimhen's finishing, claiming that the Nigeria international is behind Mauro Icardi when it comes to finishing.Karan made the comparison on the SkySpor YouTube channel reported via habersarikirmizi following Osimhen's performance in Galatasaray's shocking 1-1...
'I spoke with Cyriel' - Rangers coach shares discussion with Dessers about bench role
Published: January 18, 2025
Rangers manager Philippe Clement has shed light on his conversation with Cyriel Dessers regarding the striker's reduced role in the team, highlighting the emergence of Hamza Igamane as a key factor.Dessers hopes to remain at Rangers beyond the January transfer window, but there are indications that the Light Blues are ...
Crystal Palace complete record deal for winger who attended same school as Lookman, Etuhus
Published: January 18, 2025
With a statement on the club's official website, Crystal Palace have announced the signing of highly-rated teenage winger Romain Esse from Championship outfit Millwall. Millwall have confirmed that the 19-year-old, whose contract was due to expire this summer before signing an extension in August 2024, departs The Lio...
'We missed many chances' - 14-goal striker Osimhen reacts after Galatasaray's 1-1 draw v Hatayspor
Published: January 18, 2025
After Galatasaray's 1-1 draw against Atakaş Hatayspor in the Trendyol Süper Lig, Victor Osimhen spoke to the broadcaster about the match and his current form. Osimhen's penalty in the 56th minute marked his 14th goal of the season in all competitions, leveling the score after Cemali Sertel's opener in the first half...
Obi-Martin shines with brace as Manchester United beat Preston North End in FA Youth Cup
Published: January 18, 2025
Chido Obi-Martin continued his impressive form for Manchester United's U18s, scoring a brace in a commanding 5-2 victory over Preston North End in the Youth FA Cup on Friday night.  The young center-forward, who joined United from Arsenal in the summer, has impressed since the move, scoring five goals and providing on...
'It's not just his goals' - West Brom interim coach rues absence of top scorer Josh Maja
Published: January 17, 2025
West Brom's interim head coach Chris Brunt has expressed his concern about the absence of top scorer Josh Maja due to injury. Maja, who has netted 12 league goals this season, is set to undergo surgery on a lower leg injury and will be out of action for several weeks.The 26-year-old striker's absence is a significant ...
Super Eagles midfielder once on Man City's books on the radar of Premier League clubs
Published: January 17, 2025
Super Eagles midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, who once donned the colors of Manchester City's youth team, is now attracting interest from several clubs in the English Premier League. According to La Repubblica journalist Giulio Cardone via Lazio News 24, Dele-Bashiru is one of several Lazio players being courted by Pre...
'He could go' - Former Sunderland midfielder weighs in on the future of Rangers striker Dessers
Published: January 17, 2025
Former Sunderland midfielder Derek Ferguson has weighed in on the transfer speculation surrounding Cyriel Dessers amidst links from Italy and Spain.The Nigerian forward has continued to be linked with moves to Cagliari in Italy and Leganes in Spain.  Dessers has lost his starting spot to Moroccan forward Hamza Igamane...
Bristol City and Swansea weighing up moves for Celtic alum Osaze Urhoghide
Published: January 17, 2025
Super Eagles-eligible defender Osaze Urhoghide has been linked with a potential move to Championship sides Bristol City and Swansea following his impressive performances in Ligue 2 with Amiens, according to Football Insider.  The 24-year-old, who previously played for Celtic, has caught attention after scoring three g...
Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye at risk: Five reasons he could face a lengthy ban
Published: January 17, 2025
Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye is at the center of a scandal that could lead to a ban of up to four years from football, according to Italian sports daily La Gazzetta dello Sport.The 25-year-old, currently playing for Udinese in Serie A, is under investigation for allegedly betting on his own yellow card during a...
Boniface will miss Borussia Monchengladbach clash as Alonso reveals expected return date
Published: January 17, 2025
Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso has confirmed that Nigerian striker Victor Boniface will miss their Bundesliga clash against Borussia Monchengladbach on Saturday as he continues his recovery from a muscle injury.Boniface, who has been sidelined since late November with a thigh injury, is making progress but is not y...
'I strongly believe' - Ex-Enyimba GK Noble optimistic Super Eagles can make history by winning CHAN
Published: January 17, 2025
Veteran Nigerian goalkeeper John Noble has expressed confidence in the Super Eagles’ ability to make history by winning the African Nations Championship (CHAN) for the first time. Despite acknowledging the difficulty of their group, the 31-year-old believes the team has the quality and determination to succeed.At th...
Lookman's brilliant finish against Real Madrid wins Atalanta Goal of the Month for December 2024
Published: January 17, 2025
Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman has clinched Atalanta’s Goal of the Month award for December 2024, as voted by the club's fans across social media platforms. His brilliant strike during the UEFA Champions League match against Real Madrid on December 10 stood out among four finalists, earning 46% of the votes.Lo...