Uefa Champions League eligibility: Rangers boss reveals fate of new boy Meghoma
Published: August 18, 2025
Rangers manager Russell Martin has expressed optimism that new signing Jayden Meghoma will be registered in time for the UEFA Champions League playoff round clash against Club Brugge at Ibrox Stadium.The Brentford defender will be spending the entirety of the 2025-2026 season on loan at the Light Blues. As of the time...
'He trained separately' – Ipswich Town boss explains why Akpom has yet to make his debut
Published: August 18, 2025
Ipswich Town manager Kieran McKenna has revealed that Chuba Akpom was left out of the squad for Sunday’s 1-1 draw with Southampton due to minor injury concerns.Akpom, who recently joined the Tractor Boys on a season-long loan from Dutch side Ajax, is working to regain full fitness after a challenging spell in the Ere...
Former Gunner Amaechi named in EFL TOTW after goal and assist for Plymouth
Published: August 18, 2025
Arsenal's Hale End Academy graduate Xavier Amaechi has been named in the WhoScored English Football League Team of the Week, which recognises the best performers across the Championship, League One and League Two.The 24-year-old winger of Nigerian descent returned to English football in the summer transfer window, sign...
French Ligue 1 club OGC Nice interested in Basel forward Kevin Carlos
Published: August 17, 2025
Reports from the Swiss media indicate that Spanish-born Nigerian striker Kevin Carlos is attracting interest from French Ligue 1 side OGC Nice.Officially, the 24-year-old was listed as injured for Basel's cup tie against FC Biel-Bienne on Saturday, but speculation over a transfer has intensified in recent days.Accordin...
'One of my strengths' – Super Eagles hopeful Fernandez reacts after debut goal for Rangers
Published: August 17, 2025
Super Eagles hopeful Emmanuel Fernandez has expressed his joy after marking his debut with a goal for Rangers in a 4-2 win over Alloa Athletic, a result that sealed their place in the third round of the Scottish League Cup.The 23-year-old central defender showcased his aerial prowess in the 23rd minute, rising highest ...
Slavia coach explains why Super Eagles centre-back Igoh Ogbu was substituted after half an hour
Published: August 17, 2025
Slavia Prague head coach Jindřich Trpišovský has shed light on the decision to substitute Nigerian defender Igoh Ogbu after half an hour in the 1-1 draw against FK Jablonec in the Chance League.Ogbu’s withdrawal raised eyebrows among supporters, but Trpišovský clarified that the change was influenced by a combin...
Goalscoring centre-back who wants to play for Super Eagles scores on Rangers debut
Published: August 16, 2025
Rangers central defender Emmanuel Fernandez was on target as the Light Blues sealed a 4-2 win over Alloa Athletic at Ibrox Stadium, booking their place in the third round of the Scottish League Cup on Saturday evening.Fernandez, a summer signing from Peterborough United, marked his debut with a fine header in the 23rd ...
'Rafiu scored a goal' – Viktoria Plzen forward on risky 3-man strike force in win v Rangers
Published: August 13, 2025
Viktoria Plzen striker Matej Vydra has shared his thoughts on the club's bold attacking set-up in their 2-1 victory over Rangers in a UEFA Champions third qualifying round second leg tie on Tuesday evening at the Doosan Arena, praising teammate Rafiu Durosinmi for finding the net.Four minutes before the interval, the N...
17yo defender Chigozie reveals source of confidence after making full debut for Luton Town
Published: August 13, 2025
Luton Town's academy enjoyed a proud moment on Tuesday night as 17-year-old Christian Chigozie made his full debut in the Carabao Cup clash against Coventry City.Born in Spain, Chigozie is eligible to represent the national teams of Spain, Nigeria through his parents, as well as England, where he has lived since the ag...
Centre-back open to representing Super Eagles scores against Ipswich as Bromley make history
Published: August 13, 2025
Central defender Deji Elerewe played a pivotal role in Bromley's historic achievement on Tuesday, scoring as the Lilywhites defeated Championship side Ipswich Town in a penalty shootout to reach the second round of the Carabao Cup for the first time in the club's history.Before facing the Tractor Boys, Bromley's only p...
'He's in a brace now' – Rangers boss confirms Dessers suffered 'nasty' ankle injury v Viktoria Plzen
Published: August 12, 2025
Rangers manager Russell Martin has confirmed that Nigerian striker Cyriel Dessers sustained an ankle injury during Tuesday night’s 2-1 defeat to Viktoria Plzen.Dessers, who has been linked with a summer move away from Ibrox, was forced off in the second half and replaced by Brazilian forward Danilo. The 30-year-old,...
UCL qualifier: Durosinmi finds the net but Viktoria Plzen lose to Dessers' Rangers on aggregate
Published: August 12, 2025
Nigerian striker Rafiu Durosinmi was on target as Viktoria Plzen recorded a 2-1 win over Rangers in the second leg of their UEFA Champions League qualifying tie at the Doosan Arena on Tuesday night.Despite the victory, the Czech side bowed out 4-2 on aggregate after Rangers’ commanding 3-0 first-leg win at Ibrox last...
'A clean sheet' – Ajayi reveals key takeaway from Hull's season opener ahead of Wrexham clash
Published: August 12, 2025
Super Eagles defender Semi Ajayi has set his sights on a strong Carabao Cup run as Hull City prepare to face Wrexham in the first round on Tuesday night.Ajayi, who joined the Tigers this summer, believes a deep cup run would not only boost the team’s confidence but also give fans plenty to cheer about."One of our goa...
'Mad few days for me' – Akpom explains why he chose Ipswich over Birmingham and Middlesbrough
Published: August 11, 2025
Chuba Akpom's transfer saga is over with Ipswich Town confirming the loan signing of the Ajax Amsterdam striker on Sunday.Birmingham City were interested in the Hale End Academy graduate but pulled out of the race after the 29-year-old made it clear to them and Ajax Amsterdam that he wanted to join the Tractor Boys. A...
'Sounds weird' – Dessers urges Rangers fans to show support after back-to-back Premiership draws
Published: August 10, 2025
Super Eagles striker Cyriel Dessers has called on Rangers supporters to stand firmly behind the team after back-to-back Scottish Premiership draws extended their winless start to the season.The Nigerian international’s appeal came in the wake of Saturday’s 1-1 stalemate against Dundee, a result that followed last w...