Farewell to a legend: Nigeria mourns Super Eagles icon and 1994 Afcon winner Peter Rufai
Published: July 03, 2025
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has announced the death of former Super Eagles goalkeeper Peter Rufai, one of the nation’s most celebrated football icons. The news was shared on the official X handle of the NFF on Thursday evening, sparking an outpouring of grief and tributes from fans, former teammates, and t...
'They call her Kante' – CAF names Super Falcons midfielder among rising stars to watch at Wafcon
Published: July 03, 2025
Nigerian midfielder Deborah Abiodun has been named by Confederation of African Football (CAF) official website among the top five rising stars expected to make a significant impact at the 2024 TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.The 21-year-old, who plays for Dallas Trinity FC, has steadily est...
'I don't deal with damaged people' – Mikel's agent responds to Siasia's N91m bribery claim
Published: July 02, 2025
John Shittu, a FIFA-licensed football agent, has strongly denied allegations made by former Super Eagles coach Samson Siasia that he offered a €50,000 (approximately ₦91 million) bribe to secure John Mikel Obi’s place in Nigeria’s men’s football squad for the 2008 Beijing Olympics.In a recent interview with E...
'He wasn't a starter at Chelsea' - Siasia claims agent offered N91m to include Mikel in Olympics squad
Published: July 01, 2025
Former Nigeria U23 coach Samson Siasia has revealed that he rejected a €50,000 (approximately ₦91 million based on current exchange rates) bribe offer from John Obi Mikel's agent to include the midfielder in the squad for the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games, claiming the former Chelsea star refused to participate in the...
'Selense football won't work' - Nigeria great sends powerful message to Super Falcons pre-Wafcon
Published: June 27, 2025
Nigeria legend Mercy Akide has delivered a stinging assessment of the Super Falcons' performances at the 2022 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, warning that a lack of hunger and purpose could derail their campaign at the 2024 edition of the tournament in Morocco.Of the six matches played by the Super Falcons at the 2022 W...
'Even Corolla we no get' – Boniface reacts light-heartedly to Osimhen's Rolls-Royce purchase
Published: June 26, 2025
Super Eagles forward Victor Boniface has jokingly questioned his life decisions after his national teammate, Victor Osimhen, acquired a brand-new 2025 Rolls-Royce Cullinan reportedly worth ₦1.1 billion.Osimhen, 26, who now plays for Turkish giants Galatasaray, showcased the ultra-luxurious SUV on his Instagram story,...
'Women are crazy about me' – Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye addresses 'fine boy' tag
Published: June 26, 2025
Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has opened up about the growing female attention he receives due to his good looks, while emphasizing that his primary focus remains on football and improving his performance on the pitch.The Udinese shot-stopper, who has become a viral sensation on social media for his appearance, ...
Super Eagles' victory in Unity Cup highlights surge in betting app
Published: June 25, 2025
Did You Watch the Unity Cup Match? Here’s How Fans Made It Even More Exciting.Nigeria’s Unity Cup triumph wasn’t just a win. It was a nationwide celebration both on and off the pitch.That shootout win over Jamaica had people clapping, shouting, and smiling for hours. What made it even more exciting for many fans...
'We'll sink them' - Benin midfielder vows to take down Super Eagles after rejection by Nigeria
Published: June 24, 2025
Republic of Benin midfielder Junior Olaitan has fired a warning ahead of October's Fifa World Cup qualifier against Nigeria, insisting that the Cheetahs will 'sink' the Super Eagles when both sides meet again in Uyo.Olaitan was born in Porto-Novo to a Beninese mother and Nigerian father and was eligible to represent th...
Portugal coach singles out one Super Falcons player for praise after gritty draw in Amadora
Published: June 23, 2025
Speaking after his side's hard-fought goalless draw against Nigeria in an international friendly staged at Estádio José Gomes in Amadora on Monday evening, Portugal coach Francisco Neto singled out Christy Ucheibe for special praise.The friendly fixture was part of Portugal's build-up to the 2025 European Championshi...
Portugal 0 Nigeria 0: Five observations from Super Falcons goalless draw against Navegadoras
Published: June 23, 2025
The Super Falcons played out a goalless draw against Portugal on Monday evening in a preparatory match ahead of the WAFCON tournament in Morocco.Portugal dominated much of the game at the Estádio José Gomes, but Nigeria held firm to secure the draw.Despite facing intense pressure from the hosts, the Super Falcons' te...
Portugal 0 Nigeria 0: Travel-weary Super Falcons held by Euro-bound Navegadoras
Published: June 23, 2025
In a tightly contested international friendly at Estádio José Gomes in Amadora on Monday, Nigeria’s Super Falcons battled to a 0-0 stalemate against Portugal’s Navegadoras. The match, a crucial preparatory fixture for Nigeria’s Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) and Portugal’s UEFA Women’s Euro 2025,...
Super Falcons beware: Three Portugal players Nigeria cannot afford to ignore
Published: June 23, 2025
Nigeria’s Super Falcons will face Portugal’s Navegadoras in an international friendly at Estádio José Gomes in Amadora on Monday evening. As the Super Falcons prepare for the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco, they confront a Portuguese side readying for UEFA Women’s Euro 2025. To achie...
'It's my turn' – Troost-Ekong reflects on captaining Nigeria after learning from Enyeama, Mikel, Musa
Published: June 22, 2025
William Troost-Ekong has spoken about his decade-long journey with the Super Eagles, saying it is now his time to lead after years of learning under some of the country's most respected captains.Born in Haarlem, the Totttenham Hotspur academy graduate featured in a few games for Netherlands youth teams before switching...
Nigeria, Netherlands, Germany or Bosnia? Ajax centre-back breaks silence on his international future
Published: June 21, 2025
Ajax Amsterdam's quad-national centre-back Precious Ugwu has shed light on his international future, revealing he is still undecided over which country he will represent at senior level.The 19-year-old, currently turning heads at the ongoing 2025 UEFA European U19 Championship, has started all of the Netherlands group ...