'Acquired a star' - Turkish commentator says Osimhen's transfer to Galatasaray annoyed Turkish clubs
Published: January 12, 2025
The high-profile move of Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen to Turkish giants Galatasaray has reportedly unsettled rival clubs in Turkey, according to renowned TRT Sports commentator Ömer Üründül.Speaking to habersarikirmizi.com, Üründül highlighted the significance of the transfer, particularly its impact on the c...
'You can't refuse best African team' - Eric Chelle confirms he accepted Super Eagles job, reveals arrival date
Published: January 12, 2025
Malian football tactician Eric Chelle has made it clear that there is no going back in his decision to coach African powerhouse, the Super Eagles and confirmed his arrival date in the country. Last Tuesday, the Nigeria Football Federation made the bold decision to appoint Chelle as coach of the senior national team, s...
'That's a fact' - Akpoguma admits Hoffenheim are in a relegation battle as Gift Orban debuts
Published: January 12, 2025
Super Eagles central defender Kevin Akpoguma has acknowledged that Hoffenheim are involved in a relegation battle following a 1-0 loss to VfL Wolfsburg on Saturday, a match in which Gift Orban make his debut for Die Kraichgauer.The diminutive Mohamed Amoura scored what proved to be the game-winning goal in the 29th min...
What Chelsea coach Maresca said about chief creator George after big win against Morecambe
Published: January 12, 2025
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has expressed optimism about providing more first-team opportunities for youngster Tyrique George following his impressive display in the Blues' 5-0 victory over Morecambe in the FA Cup on Saturday evening.    The highly-rated academy forward, who has yet to feature in the Premier League ...
Remember the names: Meet the three players taking the NPFL by storm this season
Published: January 12, 2025
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), the country's top-tier football competition, continues to showcase some of the brightest talents in Nigerian football.This season, three standout performers, Anas Yusuf, Emmanuel Ogbole, and Papa Daniel have caught the eye with their remarkable contributions on the pitch.  A...
Nigerian utility player phenomenal on full debut for Leeds United in 1-0 win against Harrogate
Published: January 11, 2025
Lausanne-born Nigerian utility player Isaac Schmidt made his full debut for Championship promotion hopefuls Leeds United in a 1-0 victory over Harrogate Town in an FA Cup third round tie at Elland Road on Saturday, January 11.The former Switzerland U20 international joined Leeds United from FC St. Gallen 1879 in the su...
Atalanta boss shares one thing that impressed him about dirtiest player Lookman against Udinese
Published: January 11, 2025
Statistically speaking, Ademola Lookman was the dirtiest player during Atalanta's goalless draw with Udinese in a Serie A meeting on Saturday afternoon.Despite lasting 62 minutes on the pitch, the African Footballer of the Year committed three fouls, more than any other player on parade at the Bluenergy Stadium, and al...
Tosin scores first career brace including 'made in Nigeria' goal as Chelsea thrash Morecambe
Published: January 11, 2025
Tosin Adarabioyo delivered a standout performance, scoring his first career brace as Chelsea secured a dominant 5-0 victory over Morecambe to advance to the next round of the FA Cup.  The 27-year-old center-back opened the scoring in the 39th minute with a long-range effort from outside the box after receiving a pass ...
What Liverpool coach Arne Slot said about top dribbler Ngumoha after record-breaking debut
Published: January 11, 2025
After Liverpool's commanding 4-0 win against League Two club Accrington Stanley in Saturday's FA Cup third round at Anfield, coach Arne Slot faced the media, with Rio Ngumoha's historic debut being one of the key subjects he addressed.The Dutch football tactician made a bold move, including the England youth internatio...
Everton alums Yakubu, Anichebe react to the return of David Moyes as Toffees manager
Published: January 11, 2025
Retired Nigeria internationals Yakubu Aiyegbeni and Victor Anichebe have expressed their reactions to the return of David Moyes as Everton’s head coach following the dismissal of Sean Dyche.Dyche was sacked after a poor first half of the season, just hours before Everton’s FA Cup clash against Peterborough.  Both ...
After leaving Chelsea last summer, 2008-born Nigerian forward makes historic debut for Liverpool
Published: January 11, 2025
Rio Ngumoha's decision to leave Chelsea for Liverpool last summer has been justified as the 2008-born forward made his professional debut for the Reds in an Emirates FA Cup clash against League Two opponents Accrington Stanley at Anfield on Saturday afternoon.The left-sided forward turned down a scholarship offer from ...
Rangers open preliminary talks with clubs interested in Super Eagles striker
Published: January 11, 2025
Rangers have initiated preliminary discussions with clubs expressing interest in Super Eagles striker Cyriel Dessers, as the Nigerian forward faces an uncertain future at Ibrox.Dessers has struggled to find form this season with the Light Blues, having been relegated to the bench following the emergence of Moroccan str...
Top source reveals West Ham are interested in signing Nottingham Forest striker Awoniyi
Published: January 11, 2025
According to a top West Ham source, ExWHUEmployee, via GIVEMESPORT, English Premier League outfit West Ham United are exploring the possibility of signing Nottingham Forest and Super Eagles striker Taiwo Awoniyi, due to the current injury crisis plaguing the club's striker department. The Hammers are eager to bolster ...
'He received information from Osimhen' - Pundit makes big claim about Galatasaray's interest in Aina
Published: January 11, 2025
Turkish journalist Mehmet Özcan has shed light on the growing speculations linking Nigerian fullback Ola Aina to Turkish giants Galatasaray, crediting Victor Osimhen's influence in the potential move.Aina, who has been a standout performer for Nottingham Forest in the Premier League, has impressed with his defensive p...
Super Eagles captain Musa shares his career highlights: Best club that made him shine, top goal revealed
Published: January 11, 2025
Of all the clubs he has represented in his career, Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa has admitted that he played his best football at Russian Premier League outfit CSKA Moscow.The Golden Boot Soccer Academy product, Nigeria's most capped played in history, turned out for JUTH and Kano Pillars in his homeland before movin...