Nathan Tella in race against time to make Nigeria's squad for WCQ playoff against Gabon
Published: October 21, 2025
Bayer Leverkusen manager Kasper Hjulmand has provided an update on Nathan Tella's fitness ahead of the UEFA Champions League clash with European champions Paris Saint-GermainSpeaking to the media on the eve of the game, Hjulmand confirmed that the Nigeria international will not feature in Tuesday's matchday squad at th...
Confirmed: Nottingham Forest appoint English coach with links to Fulham midfielder Iwobi
Published: October 21, 2025
With a statement on the official website, two-time European champions Nottingham Forest have confirmed the appointment of English tactician Sean Dyche as the club's new head coach.Dyche's appointment follows a comprehensive recruitment process led by Global Head of Football, Edu Gaspar, and Global Technical Director, G...
'Impossible to score against him in training' - Udinese chief explains why Okoye started v Cremonese
Published: October 21, 2025
Udinese group technical director Gianluca Nani has shed light on the decision to restore Maduka Okoye to the starting line-up for Monday evening's Serie A encounter against US Cremonese.The Nigeria international had been unavailable for selection during Udinese's opening eight matches of the season across all competiti...
Okoye back in action: Super Eagles keeper makes first Udinese appearance in 148 days
Published: October 20, 2025
Super Eagles shot-stopper Maduka Okoye marked his long-awaited return to action for Udinese in their 1-1 Serie A draw against Cremonese at the Stadio Giovanni Zini on Monday night.The Nigeria international was back between the sticks for the first time in 148 days after serving a two-month suspension for illegal bettin...
Besiktas coach opens up: Why Super Eagles midfielder Ndidi was named vice-captain
Published: October 20, 2025
Besiktas manager Sergen Yalçın has explained his decision to appoint Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi as vice-captain.Yalçın confirmed that Turkish midfielder Orkun Kökçü will serve as the team's first captain, while Ndidi has been chosen as the second.According to the Besiktas boss, the choice was made aft...
Teenage fullback of Nigerian descent trains with Arsenal first team pre-Atletico Madrid
Published: October 20, 2025
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta promoted teenage fullback of Nigerian descent Josh Nichols to first-team training ahead of the club's UEFA Champions League encounter with Atlético Madrid at the Emirates Stadium.Nichols took part in Monday's session at the Sobha Realty Training Centre in London Colney as the Gunners compl...
36yo emerges as leading candidate to coach Fernandez and Meghoma at Rangers
Published: October 20, 2025
Danny Rohl is reportedly in pole position to be appointed as the new Rangers head coach.The Scottish giants have been without a manager since parting ways with Russell Martin following a disappointing start to the season, with names such as Steven Gerrard and Kevin Muscat also linked to the post.According to The Athlet...
Marseille coach hints at what Super Eagles should expect from Aubameyang ahead of WCQ playoff
Published: October 20, 2025
Marseille manager Roberto De Zerbi has offered an insight into what the Super Eagles should expect from Gabon captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang when both nations meet in next month's 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifying playoff.By finishing as the top-ranked second-placed team in the qualifiers, Gabon secured a playoff clash...
Responsible betting and smart decisions
Published: October 20, 2025
The Changing Face of Football Betting in AfricaAcross Africa, football and betting have become inseparable parts of modern culture. From the lively streets of Lagos to the neighborhoods of Accra, Nairobi, and Johannesburg, fans engage passionately with both the game and the odds. The thrill of predicting a scoreline, w...
When some Middle Eastern football federations wanted to kick Australia out of the AFC
Published: October 20, 2025
Australia moved from the Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) to the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) in 2006. A profitable onlinebet is available at 1xBet on the Australian national side too.However, tensions quietly simmered among some of Asia’s footballing nations, particularly some of the Middle East. Those ten...
Celtic striker Iheanacho discusses racism, social media abuse, 150 games under Brendan Rodgers
Published: October 20, 2025
Celtic striker Kelechi Iheanacho has spoken candidly about racism, social media abuse, and his recent career milestone of featuring in 150 games under manager Brendan Rodgers.The Nigerian international reached the landmark appearance during Celtic’s 2-0 defeat to Dundee FC on Sunday afternoon.Speaking before the game...
Ezenwata matches historic Chelsea feat set by retired England international of Nigerian descent
Published: October 20, 2025
It was a proud moment for 2025 Flying Eagles invitee Chizaram Ezenwata at the weekend after he matched a long-standing Chelsea milestone held by retired England international of Nigerian heritage, Carlton Cole.According to Chelsea Youth, a trusted source for the club's academy updates, Ezenwata found the net for the si...
2025 Fifa U17 WWC: Three key tactical decisions Flamingos coach should make before France game
Published: October 20, 2025
Nigeria U17 women’s team, the Flamingos, will need to make key tactical adjustments ahead of their crucial group-stage match against France on Wednesday, Following a 4–1 defeat to Canada in their opening match of the Fifa U17 Women's World Cup, three key tactical adjustments have emerged as essential for the Niger...
'Miraculously saved by the GK'- Atalanta coach highlights Lookman's unlucky miss and work rate
Published: October 20, 2025
Atalanta coach Ivan Juric lavished praise on Ademola Lookman following the team's draw against Lazio on Sunday.Speaking in the post-match press conference, Juric highlighted Lookman’s impact, particularly in the second half."Lookman? Today we put in a very high level performance, in the second half he lit up complete...
Super Eagles midfielder awaits green light from Tunisian Federation to complete move to US Vibonese
Published: October 19, 2025
Through official channels, Italian fourth tier club US Vibonese Calcio have announced the transfer of Nigeria international Kingsley Michael, subject to international clearance.The deal was confirmed during the October international break, but the midfielder is yet to make his debut for the Rossoblu as the necessary pa...