UCL qualifier: Dessers subbed in as Rangers beat Panathinaikos on aggregate; no debut for Fernandez
Published: July 30, 2025
Cyriel Dessers made a late appearance for Rangers in their 1-1 draw against Panathinaikos in Athens on Wednesday night, as the Scottish giants progressed to the next phase of the UEFA Champions League qualifiers with a 3-1 aggregate victory.Rangers earned a share of the spoils tonight thanks to Djeidi Gassama, who canc...
'He's ready' – Rangers boss backs Dessers to start UCL qualifier against Panathinaikos
Published: July 30, 2025
Cyriel Dessers has been declared fit and ready to start for Rangers ahead of the second leg of the Uefa Champions League second qualifying round against Panathinaikos, head coach Russell Martin confirmed.The 30-year-old is in contention to lead the line in Athens as the Ibrox side aim to build on their 2-0 advantage se...
'Big ask' – Five-time SPL top scorer insists Spurs forward is not Dessers' ideal replacement
Published: July 29, 2025
Five-time Scottish Premier League Golden Boot winner and Rangers striker Kris Boyd has cast doubt on the idea that Tottenham Hotspur youngster Mikey Moore could serve as a direct replacement for Cyriel Dessers at Ibrox.Dessers, who finished last season as the league's top scorer, has been strongly linked with a move to...
Troost-Ekong names Arsenal and Barca stars among favourite players; lauds Mikel, Lookman, Osimhen
Published: July 27, 2025
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has revealed some of his favourite footballers, naming Arsenal defender William Saliba, Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal, and Liverpool skipper Virgil van Dijk among those he enjoys watching.Speaking in an interview with ESPN, the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations Player of the Tourna...
Super Falcons starting lineup v Atlas Lionesses: One change as Abiodun starts in place of Echegini
Published: July 26, 2025
Nigeria’s Super Falcons have named their starting XI for the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) final against hosts Morocco, with one change from the team that edged South Africa in the semi-finals.Chiamaka Nnadozie, who recently completed a move from Paris FC to Brighton & Hove Albion in the English Women...
'He wants to win' - Summer signing Ajayi enjoying working under Hull City manager
Published: July 24, 2025
Super Eagles defender Semi Ajayi has expressed admiration for Hull City manager Sergej Jakirovic as the club intensifies preparations for the 2025/2026 Championship campaign.Ajayi, who joined the Tigers on a free transfer this summer, praised Jakirovic’s winning mentality and clear vision for the team ahead of their ...
Nigeria centre-back Igoh Ogbu will miss Slavia Prague's upcoming matches
Published: July 23, 2025
Super Eagles central defender Igoh Ogbu will miss Slavia Prague's Czech First League encounter against Bohemians 1905 after sustaining a muscle injury in the club’s 2025/2026 season opener on Sunday.Ogbu, who recently penned a two-year contract extension with the defending champions, was forced off in the second half...
Watford confirm professional deal for Nigerian forward ahead of 2025-26 season
Published: July 23, 2025
Through a statement on the official website, Championship club Watford have confirmed that promising forward of Nigerian descent Kash Odiase has signed a professional contract ahead of the 2025-2026 campaign.Twelve academy players have put pen to paper on new deals, including Odiase, Hayden Barrett, Marats Galajevs, To...
Rangers beat Panathinaikos in UCL qualifier with Super Eagles striker Dessers back in action
Published: July 22, 2025
Super Eagles forward Cyriel Dessers came off the bench in the second half as Rangers claimed a commanding 2-0 victory over Panathinaikos in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League qualifier at Ibrox Stadium.Dessers, who finished as Rangers’ top scorer in the Scottish Premiership last season, was introduced in th...
Slavia await MRI results as Super Eagles CB Igoh Ogbu suffers injury in season opener
Published: July 22, 2025
Slavia Prague head coach Jindřich Trpišovský has confirmed that the club is awaiting further medical evaluation on Nigerian international defender Igoh Ogbu, who was forced off early in the second half during the team’s 2-2 draw with Hradec Králové on the opening day of the 2025/2026 Chance Liga season.Ogbu, who...
'Ready to contribute' – Rangers coach says Dessers is in contention to play v Panathinaikos
Published: July 21, 2025
Rangers head coach Russell Martin has expressed confidence in striker Cyriel Dessers ahead of the crucial UEFA Champions League secondround qualifier against Panathinaikos at Ibrox Stadium on Tuesday.Speaking during Monday's pre-match press conference, Martin confirmed that Dessers, along with teammates Hamza Igamane a...
'Came back with injury' – Rangers coach provides update on Dessers as Panathinaikos clash looms
Published: July 20, 2025
Rangers head coach Russell Martin has shed light on the current fitness status of Cyriel Dessers and Hamza Igmane ahead of Tuesday's Champions League qualifying clash against Greek giants Panathinaikos. Martin confirmed that both players are slightly behind the rest of the squad in terms of fitness due to different ci...
Rangers include two Nigerians in squad for UEFA Champions League second round qualifier
Published: July 18, 2025
Rangers have confirmed their squad for the the upcoming UEFA Champions League second round qualifier against Panathinaikos, with two Nigerian players making the cut.Super Eagles striker Cyriel Dessers has been included in the squad despite ongoing speculation surrounding his future at Ibrox Stadium.He is joined on the ...
'We get along very well' – Porto left-back Francisco Moura plays down rivalry with Zaidu
Published: July 17, 2025
FC Porto defender Francisco Moura has dismissed any talk of tension in his ongoing battle with Zaidu Sanusi for the club's starting left-back position, insisting the competition is healthy and beneficial to the squad.Zaidu endured a difficult 2024–2025 season, managing just six appearances for Porto's first team afte...
'Spoke to me' - Rangers starlet reveals what experienced striker Dessers told him
Published: July 17, 2025
Rangers starlet Josh Gentles has opened up on the valuable mentorship he's received from experienced striker Cyriel Dessers during his time training with the first team at St. George's Park.Gentles featured in the Light Blues' preseason friendly against Club Brugge, disclosed that both Dessers and fellow forward Danilo...