'Came almost 30-40m away from his goal to save another danger' - Peter Rufai waxes lyrical about Nwabali 
Published: February 14, 2024
Nigeria's goalkeeping legend Peter Rufai was left impressed by the performances of Stanley Nwabali during the recently concluded 2023 Africa Cup of Nations and reckons that the Super Eagles goalkeeping crisis has been resolved to the satisfaction of Nigerians.    Many Nigerians were worried before the start...
Will he stay or leave? Soon-to-be free agent Peseiro provides update on contract situation 
Published: February 13, 2024
Super Eagles coach Jose Peseiro has provided an update on his contract situation with the Nigeria Football Federation.    The Portuguese football tactician has sixteen days left on his current contract with the Nigerian Federation and is free to accept an offer to join a new employer with effect from March 1, 2...
'Who wouldn't want to play in Premier League?' - Onuachu keen on Southampton return if they go up 
Published: February 13, 2024
Speaking in a recent interview, Super Eagles forward Paul Onuachu has expressed his desire to return to the Premier League.   The 29-year-old featured in the English top-flight in the second half of last season, donning the colors of Southampton but failed to replicate the form that earned him a move to the clu...
'Let us show him love and not hatred' - NFF condemn cyber attacks on Super Eagles star Iwobi 
Published: February 13, 2024
The Nigeria Football Federation has condemned in its entirety the cyber attacks on Super Eagles’ midfielder Alex Iwobi, saying the virulent attacks on the player are uncalled-for given his commitment and dedication to duty for homeland over the years.   “Alex Iwobi does not deserve these attacks. He has a re...
Long-serving Nigeria CB Omeruo makes decision on international future, defends mentality of Super Eagles players 
Published: February 13, 2024
It was dashed hope for Nigeria following their 2-1 loss to Ivory Coast in the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday at the Alassane Ouattara Stadium, Abidjan.   Two second half goals from Franck Kessié and Sébastien Haller canceled out William Troost-Ekong's first half opener as the Elephants...
2023 AFCON star Nwabali makes big decision on Chippa United future, speaks on Super Eagles loss to CIV
Published: February 13, 2024
2023 Africa Cup of Nations star Stanley Nwabali has made a big decision on his future with Chippa United, stating that he wishes to leave the South African DStv Premiership club.   Nwabali confirmed that he's staying put at Chippa United for the time being as there's nothing concrete at the moment amid...
Is a return to the Ligue 1 the right choice for Osimhen amid Paris Saint-Germain links?
Published: February 13, 2024
In the whirlwind world of football transfers, every player faces pivotal decisions that could shape their career trajectory.   Victor Osimhen, the Nigerian sensation, finds himself at a crossroads as speculations swirl around a potential return to Ligue 1 amid links with Paris Saint-Germain.   The questi...
Shawn Adewoye: CB eligible for Nigeria, Belgium, Italy named in Eredivisie TOTW
Published: February 13, 2024
Shawn Adewoye has been named in Whoscored's Eredivisie Team of the Week on the back of his outstanding performance for RKC Waalwijk in a 2-0 win over NEC Nijmegen in the latest round of matches in the Dutch top-flight.   The central defender shone as RKC Waalwijk posted a rare clean sheet in the matchday ...
2023 AFCON: Ex-Barcelona winger explains why Nigeria talisman Osimhen was not at his goalscoring best 
Published: February 13, 2024
Former Barcelona winger Emmanuel Amuneke has explained the reason behind the struggles of Victor Osimhen at the just-concluded 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.   The Super Eagles striker was among the players tipped to win the Golden Boot in the tournament having been the top scorer during the qualification campaign ...
Five reasons Super Eagles were outplayed by Ivory Coast in 2023 AFCON final
Published: February 13, 2024
In a thrilling showdown for continental supremacy, the Super Eagles of Nigeria faced off against the Elephants of Ivory Coast in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final.   However, despite their valiant efforts at this year's tournament, the Super Eagles fell short, succumbing to a 2-1 defeat to their Ivorian c...
'I'm not aware of what's going on' - Iwobi confirms he took himself off social media after AFCON final
Published: February 13, 2024
Nigeria's Minister of Sports Development, John Owan Enoh is very concerned about how Alex Iwobi was treated by Super Eagles fans during and after the national team's loss to Ivory Coast in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final.    The Fulham midfielder was not spared by Super Eagles fans who attacked and...
Napoli expect Paris Saint-Germain to make N194b offer for Chelsea target Victor Osimhen
Published: February 12, 2024
French giants Paris Saint-Germain are set to submit a huge bid for Chelsea-linked striker Victor Osimhen as they prepare for the departure of their talisman Kylian Mbappé who looks to be on the way out of the club. According to La Repubblica via Football Italia, the Parisians will submit a €120m (approximately ...
'How would you feel if you've just lost a final?' - Troost-Ekong reacts to defeat to CIV, winning Best Player award 
Published: February 12, 2024
The 34th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations concluded on Sunday night with hosts Ivory Coast coming from behind to beat Nigeria 2-1 in the showpiece staged at Alassane Ouattara Stadium.   Shortly after the game ended, the Confederation of African Football handed out awards to the top individual performers of t...
'Ronwen Williams is a very good GK' - Nwabali believes RSA captain was worthy winner of AFCON Golden Glove 
Published: February 12, 2024
Stanley Nwabali believes South Africa captain Ronwen Williams was a worthy winner of the Golden Glove award of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.    The Mamelodi Sundowns shot-stopper won the Best Goalkeeper award after inspiring South Africa to win the bronze medal at the Africa Cup of Nations.   Williams...
'Fire him' - Ex-Super Eagles GK calls for Peseiro's head after defeat to Ivory Coast in AFCON final
Published: February 12, 2024
Former Super goalkeeper Idah Peterside has called for the sacking of José Peseiro after he failed to lead Nigeria to another AFCON glory, losing 2-0 to Ivory Coast in the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday night. Despite taking the lead through a William Troost-Ekong header in the 38th minute of th...