'They are on their way' - Finidi assures Iwobi, Lookman, Okoye will report for duty before Bafana Bafana clash 
Published: June 05, 2024
Nigeria coach Finidi George has assured that Ademola Lookman, Alex Iwobi and Maduka Okoye will report for international duty before Friday's showdown against Bafana Bafana at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo. Five players Paul Onuachu, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Calvin Bassey, Frank Onyeka and Semi Aja...
Snapped: Iwobi, Lookman report for Super Eagles duty Wednesday, spotted at London airport 
Published: June 05, 2024
Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi and Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman should report for international duty in Uyo on Wednesday, all things being equal.  As at the time of this report, the Nigeria internationals were still at the airport in London (as pictured) waiting to board their flight to Nigeria.  According to...
Chelsea icon Mikel names the Manchester United player Southgate should have taken to Euro 2024
Published: June 04, 2024
Chelsea legend John Obi Mikel Obi has questioned the omission of Manchester United's forward Marcus Rashford from England's preliminary squad for the 2024 UEFA European Football Championship. The omission  of the 26-year-old by Gareth Southgate was one of the major talking points when the names of the squad...
'We know about them, they know about us' - Hugo Broos predicts Finidi will make changes v Bafana Bafana 
Published: June 04, 2024
South Africa coach Hugo Broos expects Finidi George to make changes for the crucial 2026 World Cup qualifying match at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium on Friday evening.  Of the twenty-three players the Ajax Amsterdam legend summoned for the June internationals, seven started the semfinal clash against ...
Chelsea identify former Super Eagles invitee as primary transfer target this summer
Published: June 04, 2024
According to GIVEMESPORT, Chelsea have made 2021 Super Eagles invitee Michael Olise a priority transfer target for this summer. The Blues have identified the need to strengthen their attack yet again after a disappointing season where they could only pick a Conference League spot, no thanks to Manchester United'...
2026 WCQ: Three revenge-seeking Bafana Bafana players to watch out for against Super Eagles 
Published: June 04, 2024
The Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, Nigeria is set to erupt on Friday as the Super Eagles face off against South Africa's Bafana Bafana in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier. This encounter carries extra weight for Bafana Bafana, as they are poised to seek retribution for their heartbreaking ...
Nigerian defender undergoing a medical ahead of transfer to Chelsea
Published: June 04, 2024
English Premier League giants Chelsea are close to confirming the capture of Manchester-born Nigerian central defender Tosin Adarabioyo.  According to the online edition of The Daily Mail, Tosin has been undergoing medicals today ahead of his move to Chelsea. The Blues have pulled off a massive transfer coup by...
Super Eagles stars Ajayi, Bassey, Onuachu, Onyeka, Osayi-Samuel land in Uyo pre-Bafana Bafana 
Published: June 04, 2024
Semi Ajayi, Calvin Bassey, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Frank Onyeka and Paul Onuachu have arrived at the Uyo airport in preparation for the 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifiers against South Africa, allnigeriasoccer.com reports. The five players have been hindered from joining the rest of the squad due to the nationwide strike i...
Napoli identify two Arsenal players that could be used as makeweights in proposed deal for Osimhen
Published: June 04, 2024
In a bid to secure the services of Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, Arsenal have reportedly put forward a proposal that includes two players. The north London club is aiming to negotiate down the hefty release clause attached to Osimhen's contract with Napoli. Osimhen boasts a formidable release clause of 130...
'We don't have to be afraid' - Hugo Broos explains why Bafana Bafana are confident before facing Super Eagles
Published: June 04, 2024
Speaking at a press conference on Monday, manager Hugo Broos explained why Bafana Bafana are in confident mood before their 2026 World Cup qualifying match against the Super Eagles at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium. The Belgian football tactician believes that South Africa performed admirably in their ...
'There's no pressure' - Nwabali insists ahead of possible home debut for Super Eagles v Bafana Bafana 
Published: June 04, 2024
Chippa United goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has underlined that he's not under any pressure whatsoever ahead of a potential home debut for the Super Eagles when they take on South Africa's Bafana Bafana in a 2026 World Cup qualifying match at the  Godswill Akpabio International Stadium. The former Enyimba sho...
'Not easy to play for the national team' - Fisayo Dele-Bashiru admits ahead of potential cap-tying game 
Published: June 04, 2024
Manchester City academy product Fisayo Dele-Bashiru has admitted that it is difficult to be selected to play for the Super Eagles due to the population of Nigeria.  The Hatayspor midfielder is eligible to play international football for Germany where he was born, England where he was raised and Nigeria through hi...
Super Eagles skip morning training on Tuesday, opt for closed-door session at 4 pm 
Published: June 04, 2024
The Super Eagles of will skip Tuesday morning training session and instead resume in the afternoon without allowing the media to be present.  However, coach Finidi George and the players will address the media on Wednesday. Nigeria is set to play against South Africa's Bafana Bafana on June 7 and, just three...
'My number one target' - Ex-West Ham star urges Arsenal to prioritise a move for Osimhen
Published: June 04, 2024
Former West Ham star Shaka Hislop has urged Arsenal to prioritize a move for Super Eagles star forward Victor Osimhen to boost their chances of winning titles next season. The Gunners for the fourth consecutive season failed to win a major title having finished a close second in the Premier League, two points off ch...
Osimhen's successor: Napoli draw up four-man striker shortlist including Chelsea striker
Published: June 03, 2024
After a tumultuous season, Napoli looks to turn the tide with the appointment of Antonio Conte as their new manager. Conte, the former Chelsea boss, has reportedly inked a three-year deal with the Italian club, signaling a fresh start for the Parthenopeans Set to be unveiled officially on Wednesday, Conte's a...