'Best feeling ever' - Igoh Ogbu reflects on Super Eagles debut, pays homage to Taribo West
Published: May 29, 2025
Super Eagles newcomer Igho Ogbu expressed immense pride and gratitude following Nigeria’s hard-fought 2-1 win against Ghana in the Unity Cup game on Wednesday.The match marked a significant milestone in Ogbu’s career as he made his senior national team debut.Speaking after the game, Ogbu described the experience as...
'The good part' - Frank Onyeka credits first half blitz for Super Eagles win over Black Stars
Published: May 29, 2025
Super Eagles midfielder Frank Onyeka has said Nigeria’s 2-1 win over Ghana in Wednesday’s Unity Cup clash was treated with the seriousness of a competitive fixture, given the long-standing rivalry between the two nations.The match, played at the Gtech Community Stadium in London, saw Nigeria dominate the first half...
Unity Cup misses Nigeria's most influential trio as CIES ranks Iwobi, Lookman, Osimhen No. 1
Published: May 29, 2025
The 506th CIES Football Observatory Weekly Post revealed the most influential footballers of the 2024-2025 season in 60 leagues around the world, with three Nigeria internationals making the cut.Fulham's Alex Iwobi has been ranked as the most influential Nigerian winger, while Atalanta's Ademola Lookman and Galatasaray...
Every word said by Eric Chelle on African and home-based players, Jamaica, second half lapse & more
Published: May 29, 2025
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle attended a post-match press conference after his side qualified for the final of the 2025 Unity Cup following a 2-1 win over fierce rivals Ghana at the Gtech Community Stadium.The Super Eagles advanced to the final against Jamaica courtesy of Cyriel Dessers' strike and Razak Simpson's own...
'We had problems' - Coach Otto Addo admits Super Eagles maturity too much for Black Stars
Published: May 29, 2025
Ghana head coach Otto Addo has attributed his team's 2-1 defeat to Nigeria in the Unity Cup to the superior maturity and cohesion of the Nigerian side.Cyriel Dessers opened the scoring for the Super Eagles, giving Nigeria an early lead, before a Razak Simpson own goal doubled their advantage before halftime.Brandon Tho...
Unity Cup final: Three things Eric Chelle must get right before Nigeria v Jamaica showdown
Published: May 29, 2025
As the Super Eagles prepare to face Jamaica in the Unity Cup final on Saturday, Nigeria’s coach Eric Chelle must make urgent improvements in three critical areas to ensure his team finishes the tournament on a high.Despite edging Ghana 2-1 in the semi-final, the Super Eagles showed signs of tactical and structural vu...
'I've never turned down Nigeria' - Chelsea CB Tosin says decision is coming soon on international future
Published: May 29, 2025
Chelsea centre-back Tosin Adarabioyo has addressed speculation surrounding his nationality, dismissing widespread reports suggesting he turned down an opportunity to represent Nigeria at the international level.Tosin, who joined Chelsea as a free agent for Fulham, made the clarification during his post-match reaction t...
Super Eagles player ratings: Nwabali game-winning save, Dessers poacher, Iheanacho denied, Ndidi solid
Published: May 28, 2025
Nigeria’s Super Eagles secured a 2-1 win over Ghana in the 2025 Unity Cup at the Gtech Community Stadium, and several players stood out in a balanced team display. Here are the player ratings for the match:The startersGoalkeeperStanley Nwabali: Made a crucial late save to deny Abu Francis and commanded his area well...
Unity Cup: Five observations from Super Eagles' 2-1 victory over Ghana's Black Stars
Published: May 28, 2025
Nigeria has booked a place in the final of the Unity Cup tournament in London after a 2-1 victory over Ghana at the Gtech Community Stadium. Cyriel Dessers opened the scoring for the Super Eagles, before a Razaq Simpson own goal extended Nigeria’s lead.Meanwhile, Brandon Thomas-Asante later pulled one back for the B...
Nigeria 2 Ghana 1: Dessers scores against Black Stars again, no debut for Felix Agu
Published: May 28, 2025
Nigeria’s Super Eagles defeated Ghana 2-1 in an international friendly at the Gtech Community Stadium on Wednesday, with first-half goals proving enough to secure the win. The result sees Nigeria advance to face Jamaica in the final of the Unity Cup after the Reggae Boyz defeated Trinidad and Tobago 3-2 on Tuesday.T...
Nathan Tella breaks silence on Super Eagles snub claims, discusses Xabi Alonso and Ten Hag
Published: May 28, 2025
Speaking to the Super Eagles media team, Nathan Tella has dismissed suggestions that he deliberately avoided international duty, insisting his previous absence was due to injury and not a lack of desire to represent Nigeria.Tella said, “It’s good. You know, I’m happy to be back. I think there’s been this percep...
'I didn't have to think about it' - Dessers on his return to Super Eagles and Unity Cup clash v Ghana
Published: May 28, 2025
Super Eagles striker Cyriel Dessers has expressed delight at his return to the Nigerian national team and is looking forward to helping the side secure a win in today's Unity Cup clash against Ghana at the Gtech Community Stadium in London.“I’m very happy to be back. It’s always an honour to be called up and to b...
Christantus Uche won't make Super Eagles debut against Ghana, Maduka Okoye available for selection
Published: May 28, 2025
Getafe midfielder Christantus Uche will not make his international debut on Wednesday evening when Nigeria face long-time rivals Ghana in their opening match of the 2025 Unity Cup, allnigeriasoccer.com has been told.Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has omitted the La Liga star from the squad for the clash at the Gtech Co...
Unity Cup: Former Super Eagles defender names two players who can step in for Osimhen, Lookman
Published: May 27, 2025
Super Eagles defender Sam Elijah has tipped Samuel Chukwueze and Sadiq Umar to step up in the absence of key attackers Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman.Osimhen and Lookman were among several notable omissions as Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle unveiled a 26-man squad for the Unity Cup.Their absence has raised con...
'We need to say the truth' - Ex-Super Eagles star blasts Eric Chelle for snubbing 18-goal striker
Published: May 27, 2025
Former Super Eagles defender Sam Elijah has criticized head coach Eric Chelle for omitting Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) top scorer Anas Yusuf from the 26-man squad to face Ghana in the upcoming Unity Cup clash in London. Yusuf, who had an outstanding campaign with Nasarawa United, netted 18 goals in 34 leagu...