'We're in a quarterfinal' - Rangers' Balogun urges teammates to focus on UEL clash, forget domestic form
Published: April 10, 2025
Leon Balogun was the Rangers player chosen to attend Wednesday's pre-match press conference, an indication that the central defender is in contention to be named in the starting lineup in the UEFA Europa League quarterfinal clash against Athletic Club at Ibrox.The Nigeria international watched on from the bench as Rang...
'The coach preferred Lacazette' - Gift Orban admits ex-Arsenal star blocked his chances at Lyon
Published: April 08, 2025
Super Eagles forward Gift Orban has opened up about the challenges he faced during his short stint at Lyon, citing limited opportunities due to the presence of former Arsenal striker Alexandre Lacazette.Orban, who joined Lyon from Genk in the winter of 2024, managed just three Ligue 1 appearances this campaign before s...
Ligue 1's joint-top assister Moses Simon breaks personal record after setting up Augusto's goal
Published: April 07, 2025
Moses Simon continues to shine in Ligue 1, delivering yet another standout performance for FC Nantes. On Friday, April 4, the Nigerian international provided the assist for Douglas Augusto’s goal, helping the Canaries to another crucial result. The assist marked Simon’s ninth of the 2024–2025 season, setting a ...
Two English-born goalkeepers on Nigeria Football Federation's radar keep clean sheets for EFL clubs
Published: April 06, 2025
Two English-born goalkeepers, Arthur Okonkwo and Owen Goodman, delivered impressive performances over the weekend, keeping clean sheets for their respective English Football League clubs and further strengthening their cases for potential Super Eagles call-ups.While Arsenal academy graduate Okonkwo is on the radar of N...
What Middlesbrough manager had to say after Iheanacho's first-ever Championship double assist
Published: April 05, 2025
Kelechi Iheanacho inspired Middlesbrough to a crucial 2-0 win over Blackburn Rovers on Friday night at Ewood Park, notching his first-ever brace of assists in the Championship.Middlesbrough's promotion push gained momentum with the win, lifting them into the playoff spots after their fifth victory in seven league match...
Best dribbler Ligue 1: Five reasons Moses Simon’s stats make him a strong challenger to Dembele
Published: April 05, 2025
As the Ligue de Football Professionnel (LFP) introduced its new trophy for the best dribbler in Ligue 1, Moses Simon of FC Nantes has quickly emerged as one of the leading candidates. The Nigerian forward, known for his pace and technical ability, has consistently stood out as one of the most exciting players in Franc...
Double assist by Kelechi Iheanacho in Middlesbrough's 2-0 win over Blackburn Rovers
Published: April 04, 2025
Kelechi Iheanacho continued his impressive resurgence with a stellar performance for Middlesbrough, providing two assists in their 2-0 victory over Blackburn Rovers on Friday night.The Nigerian striker, who joined Boro during the winter transfer window, initially struggled to adapt to life at the club and was unable to...
After complaint by Slavia coach, Igoh Ogbu becomes most expensive Nigerian right-footed CB
Published: April 01, 2025
Football statistics and transfer market website Transfermarkt has updated the market value of players in the Czech Republic, with 2025 Super Eagles invitee Igoh Ogbu reaching a career high market value.The former Nigeria U20 international is now valued at ten million euros, making him the most valuable Nigerian right-f...
'I'd like to see' - Rangers legend urges Leon Balogun to be more physical in defence
Published: April 01, 2025
Legendary Rangers defender John Brown has called on Nigerian centre-back Leon Balogun to be more physical in his defensive approach following his performance in Rangers’ dramatic 4-3 comeback victory over Dundee United.Balogun started the game but was substituted at halftime, with Ianis Hagi coming on as Rangers over...
Sheffield Wednesday centre-back eyeing Super Eagles call-up named in Championship TOTW
Published: April 01, 2025
Sheffield Wednesday central defender Michael Ihiekwe has been named in Whoscored Championship Team of the Week after his outstanding performance during Sheffield Wednesday's 1-1 draw with Cardiff City.Liverpool-born Ihiekwe has committed his international future to Nigeria and is hoping to get a call-up to the Super Ea...
Social: What OGC Nice striker Terem Moffi had to say after first Ligue 1 game in 314 days
Published: March 31, 2025
Terem Moffi returned on Saturday to the place where his OGC Nice career truly began, exactly 314 days after his last competitive match—a hard-fought 2-2 draw away to Lille on May 19, 2024.Prior to the trip to Monaco, the Nigeria international had not figured for OGC Nice since the start of the campaign after sufferin...
'Goalscoring record isn't bad'- Pundit backs Dessers to stay at Rangers next season
Published: March 31, 2025
Daily Record pundit Alan Galindo has heaped praise on the performance of Cyriel Dessers, expressing the possibility of remaining at the Light Blues beyond the current campaign.Dessers has faced several criticisms this campaign due to his form. The 30-year-old lost his place in the squad with Moroccan forward Hamza Igam...
Back-to-back disappointment: Moses Simon's goal not enough as Nantes fall to Le Havre
Published: March 30, 2025
Super Eagles forward Moses Simon marked his return from international duty with a well-taken goal, but it wasn’t enough to prevent FC Nantes from suffering a 3-2 loss to Le Havre in Ligue 1 on Sunday.The result came just days after Nigeria's disappointing 1-1 draw against Zimbabwe in their 2026 World Cup Qualifiers, ...
'We'll see' - Slavia coach fears Super Eagles invitee Igoh Ogbu has suffered tear in adductor muscle
Published: March 30, 2025
Slavia Prague coach Jindrich Trpisovsky suspects Igoh Ogbu has suffered a tear in the adductor muscle in the groin, potentially ruling the central defender out for weeks.Ogbu earned his first call-up to the Super Eagles for a pair of World Cup qualifying matches against Rwanda and Zimbabwe but was not utilized off the...
Colorado Rapids' Awaziem criticizes referee's decision after early yellow card in win v Charlotte
Published: March 30, 2025
Super Eagles defender Chidozie Awaziem has expressed his displeasure over the referee’s decision to book him early in Colorado Rapids’ 2-0 win over Charlotte on Saturday.  Awaziem, who played the entire match, was shown a yellow card in the 10th minute, a decision he believed was unfair.The Nigerian international ...