Odemwingie: Forward who snubbed Russia for Nigeria explains why he won't attend June 6 friendly
Published: May 24, 2025
Former Nigeria international Peter Odemwingie has revealed he will be unable to attend the upcoming friendly between Russia and Nigeria on June 6 at Moscow’s Luzhniki Stadium, citing personal commitments.Odemwingie, who was eligible to play for Russia through his Russian mother, famously chose to represent Nigeria at...
'A pity Osimhen won't come' - Ex-Russia CB speaks on friendly v Nigeria, laments missing stars
Published: May 24, 2025
Retired Russia international centre-back Vladimir Granat has expressed disappointment over the absence of several key Super Eagles players ahead of the upcoming international friendly between Russia and Nigeria at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow.For the internationals this summer, Super Eagles manager Eric Chelle has om...
'I started out as a striker' - Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye reveals ahead of Unity Cup
Published: May 23, 2025
Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has revealed a surprising twist in his early football journey, disclosing that he started his career as a striker before making the switch to goalkeeping.The 25-year-old made the revelation while speaking to fans of Udinese, ahead of the final game of the campaign against Fiorentina...
No word from Nigeria: Eric Chelle yet to reach out to Arsenal midfielder Nwaneri ahead of U21 Euro
Published: May 22, 2025
Allnigeriasoccer.com can exclusively report with certainty that Nigeria coach Eric Chelle has yet to initiate contact with Arsenal wonderkid Ethan Nwaneri ahead of the 2025 European U21 Championship.Nwaneri, who became the youngest-ever Premier League debutant at 15, remains eligible for both England and Nigeria, and h...
'I was childish' - Iwobi finally speaks on social media post celebrating Super Eagles call-up in 2021
Published: May 22, 2025
Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has candidly reflected on his controversial 2021 social media post, admitting he was "childish" during a frustrating spell at Everton.Iwobi had raised eyebrows with an Instagram post following his call-up to Nigeria's national team for the 2021 AFCON qualifiers against Benin and Lesot...
'A great one' - Ilechukwu hails Chelle for calling up NPFL stars, urges home-based players to dream big
Published: May 22, 2025
Super Eagles assistant coach Fidelis Ilechukwu has urged the home-based players invited to the national team to make the most of the opportunity and use it as a springboard to advance their careers abroad.Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle included nine players from the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) in his 26...
Following Super Eagles players in international tournaments
Published: May 22, 2025
Nigeria's Super Eagles have established themselves as one of the best footballing sides in Africa, captivating their audience with their green and white stripes since they entered international competitions for the first time in 1949. The team's deadly combination of raw talent, technical skill, and physical power has ...
'One of the best' - Super Eagles assistant coach raves about Rangers midfielder after Unity Cup call-up
Published: May 22, 2025
Super Eagles assistant coach Fidelis Ilechukwu has described Rangers star Saviour Isaac as one of the best midfielders in Nigeria, following his invitation to the Nigerian senior national team for the upcoming Unity Cup.Isaac, who has been a standout performer for Rangers this season, was included among the domestic-ba...
Will he make it? Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle sweating over Chukwueze's fitness pre-Ghana
Published: May 21, 2025
Super Eagles manager Eric Chelle is sweating over the fitness of Samuel Chukwueze ahead of the clash against the Black Stars of Ghana in the Unity Cup tournament in London.Chukwueze, despite the tough campaign with AC Milan, was invited to the Super Eagles 26-man squad for the upcoming Unity Cup and the 21-player list ...
Felix Agu: The reason Bundesliga's most prolific penalty winner can't debut for Super Eagles at Unity Cup
Published: May 21, 2025
Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has invited Werder Bremen defender Felix Agu to train with the team ahead of the upcoming Unity Cup tournament in London.Chelle unveiled a 26-man squad for the Unity Cup, along with a trimmed 21-player list for the international friendly against Russia. Notably, key players such a...
Nigeria U20 international wins Brentford's U21s Players' Player of the Year award
Published: May 21, 2025
Nigeria U20 international Benjamin Fredrick has capped off an impressive season by being named Brentford U21s Players’ Player of the Year at the club's 2024-2025 end-of-season awards.Fredrick, who joined the Premier League side on a permanent basis last summer from Nigerian outfit Simoiben FC, signed a four-year deal...
Nigeria squad announcement: 23 players called up for pre-WAFCON friendlies v Indomitable Lionesses
Published: May 20, 2025
The Nigeria Football Federation has unveiled a 23-player squad for the Super Falcons' upcoming double-header against Cameroon's Indomitable Lionesses, with star striker Asisat Oshoala a notable absentee. The announcement was made Tuesday evening via the official X (formerly Twitter) page of the Super Falcons.Set to fa...
Osimhen, Lookman, Chukwueze and co: Nine Super Eagles forwards likely to change clubs this summer
Published: May 20, 2025
As the summer transfer window approaches, several Super Eagles forwards are expected to be on the move, with clubs across Europe showing strong interest in their services.Allnigeriasoccer.com presents nine Super Eagles forwards likely to change clubs in the upcoming summer window.Victor OsimhenVictor Osimhen, who joine...
'You can't farm on dry land' - 2013 Afcon winner urges Super Eagles to wake up, hails South Africa
Published: May 19, 2025
Former Super Eagles winger and 2013 Africa Cup of Nations winner, Ejike Uzoenyi, has voiced concerns over Nigeria's chances of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, citing South Africa’s growing dominance and structured football development as a major threat.The Super Eagles' qualification hopes were dealt a blow a...
'One standout player' - Flying Eagles midfielder compared to Oliseh, Declan Rice by Nigerian coach
Published: May 19, 2025
Flying Eagles midfielder Israel Ayuma has drawn high praise following Nigeria’s third-place finish at the 2025 TotalEnergies CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations, with former Golden Eaglets assistant coach Bunmi Haruna comparing the youngster to Nigerian legend Sunday Oliseh and England international Declan Rice.Ayuma play...