Italy make another move to cap-tie Leicester City central defender eligible for Super Eagles
Published: October 04, 2024
The Italian Football Federation have made another move to cap-tie Leicester City star Caleb Okoli as he has been called up for their UEFA Nations League games against Belgium and Israel. The central defender had earlier been called up by Luciano Spalleti for the Nations League fixtures with Israel and France last mont...
England squads announcement: Arsenal, Chelsea, Tottenham players among 8 Nigerians called up
Published: October 04, 2024
The English Football Association have announced the Three Lions, Young Lions and Young Lionesses rosters ahead of international matches in October, with eight Nigeria-eligible players called up.The big news is that Tottenham Hotspur striker Dominic Solanke has earned a recall to the Three Lions, approximately seven yea...
'Has been on our radar' - Spain coach discusses omission of red-hot striker Omorodion from squad
Published: October 04, 2024
Luis de La Fuente, the coach of the Spanish national team, has commented on the notable absence of forward Samu Omorodion from the latest squad ahead of their UEFA Nations League clashes against Denmark and Serbia.Omorodion, who has been making waves since joining FC Porto this summer, recently showcased his remarkable...
Nigeria still involved in recruitment battle for Omorodion as Porto sensation omitted from Spain squad
Published: October 04, 2024
The Nigeria Football Federation are still involved in the recruitment battle for Porto young sensation Samuel Omorodion who is in the form of his life at the moment, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.Contrary to speculation about a potential call-up for Spain's October games against Denmark and Serbia, national team boss Lu...
'Could have passed our defence more easily' - RFS coach rates Osimhen higher than Icardi
Published: October 04, 2024
Speaking after his side's 2-2 draw with Galatasaray on matchday two of the UEFA Europa League on Thursday night, RFS coach Viktors Morozs admitted that Victor Osimhen is a more dangerous player than Mauro Icardi.The Super Eagles forward missed the game due to an injury and Icardi spearheaded the attack as Galatasaray l...
'I'm very upset' - Porto's Omorodion disappointed despite scoring a brace in 6-goal thriller v Man Utd
Published: October 04, 2024
Samu Omorodion has expressed his disappointment despite bagging a brace in FC Porto's exciting 3-3 draw with Manchester United in a UEFA Europa League clash at Estádio do Dragão on Thursday night.Marcus Rashford gave the Red Devils the lead in the 7th minute with a fine strike before Rasmus Højlund doubled their lea...
A foot in both camps: Leverkusen striker Boniface in attendance as two of his former clubs clash in UEL
Published: October 03, 2024
Victor Boniface was in attendance to watch two of his former sides, Union Saint-Gilloise and FK Bodø/Glimt, square up against each other on matchday two of the UEFA Europa League at the King Baudouin Stadium in Brussels on Thursday evening.The Super Eagles forward played for Bodø/Glimt between 2019 and 2022, having j...
'It's football' - Super Eagles star insists he was not affected by failed move to Kaizer Chiefs
Published: October 03, 2024
Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has commented on his unsuccessful transfer from Chippa United this summer.Following his impressive performance for Nigeria at the 2023 AFCON tournament, he was linked with a summer move to South African Premiership club Kaizer Chiefs.The 28-year-old replaced Francis Uzoho as Nige...
Damola Ajayi: 18yo forward named in Tottenham's gameday squad for the first time in win v Ferencvaros
Published: October 03, 2024
Promising London-born Nigerian forward Damola Ajayi was picked in the gameday squad by manager Ange Postecoglou as Tottenham Hotspur secured a 2-1 win against Ferencvaros to maintain their one hundred percent record in the UEFA Europa League on Thursday evening.As previously reported, for the first time in his career, ...
'It's the best offer I've had so far' - Herve Renard admits he almost accepted Super Eagles job
Published: October 03, 2024
French manager Hervé Renard revealed that he nearly accepted the Super Eagles head coach position following discussions with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF).Renard is currently unemployed after leaving his role as France women's national football team coach following the end of the 2024 Olympic Games.The NFF was...
'A leader' - Former Napoli striker explains why Napoli boss Conte chose Lukaku over Osimhen
Published: October 03, 2024
Former Napoli striker Emanuele Calaiò has explained why Antonio Conte opted for Romelu Lukaku to replace Victor Osimhen.This summer, Conte requested Lukaku as the new focal point for his Napoli project to replace the Super Eagles striker.The Belgian forward joined Napoli permanently from Chelsea for a fee worth about ...
Confirmed: Fulham academy product Jasper joins Polish club Slask Wroclaw
Published: October 03, 2024
With a statement on their official website, Polish Ekstraklasa outfit Śląsk Wrocław have announced the signing of Fulham academy product Sylvester Jasper.The tri-national forward, who has caps for England and Bulgaria youth teams, is eligible to represent the Super Eagles through his Nigerian father.Jasper has joine...
Galatasaray star Osimhen wins Super Lig Goal of the Week for stunning strike against Kasimpasa
Published: October 03, 2024
Victor Osimhen’s 28th minute strike in Galatasaray's 3-3 thrilling draw with Kasımpaşa at RAMS Park last weekend has been voted as the beIN SPORTS matchday seven Goal of the Week.The 25-year-old demonstrated his decisiveness and sharpness to grab the goal, by avoiding being offside, and controlling the ball perfect...
'He did a lot better' - Barnsley coach reveals Nwakali is pushing for a place in the squad
Published: October 03, 2024
Barnsley coach Darrell Clarke has admitted that Kelechi Nwakali is pushing for a place in the squad ahead of the upcoming games against Huddersfield Town in the League One and Bristol Street Motors Trophy.The Nigeria international has yet to make his first team debut for The Reds, two months after joining the club from...
Nigeria handed boost in pursuit of Tosin as Chelsea CB omitted from latest England squad
Published: October 03, 2024
Nigeria have received a significant boost in their efforts to secure the services of Chelsea defender Tosin Adarabioyo, following his omission from the latest England squad.The 26-year-old center-back, who has previously represented England at various youth levels, was not included in the squad for the upcoming interna...