Nottingham Forest striker shake-up: Awoniyi deemed surplus following Kalimuendo signing
Published: August 18, 2025
Nottingham Forest are reportedly willing to allow Super Eagles striker Taiwo Awoniyi to leave following the signing of French forward Arnaud Kalimuendo.The 23-year-old striker joined Forest from Rennes after an impressive 2024/2025 season in which he scored 17goals and provided three assists in 33 league appearances.Th...
Ezenwata celebrates Flying Eagles call-up with spectacular goal for Chelsea at Otten Cup
Published: August 17, 2025
Tri-national striker Chizaram Ezenwata celebrated his maiden invitation to Nigeria's U20 national team, the Flying Eagles, in style by scoring a spectacular goal for Chelsea in a 2-0 victory over Jeonbuk FC at the prestigious Otten Cup in the Netherlands.The Otten Cup, organised annually by Dutch giants PSV Eindhoven, ...
Nigeria target Nwaneri misses chance to impress England coach as Arsenal beat Man Utd
Published: August 17, 2025
Arsenal claimed a 1-0 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford in a match that saw England coach Thomas Tuchel in attendance, keeping a close eye on Three Lions players.The decisive moment came early when Riccardo Calafiori scored from a corner, but the spotlight also fell on 18-year-old Ethan Nwaneri, who missed...
Why Tosin was not called up for Chelsea's goalless draw against Crystal Palace
Published: August 17, 2025
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has explained the absence of Tosin Adarabioyo from the squad that faced Crystal Palace in Sunday's Premier League opener.The Blues were unable to secure a victory in front of their home fans, playing a goalless draw against the Community Shield champions at Stamford Bridge.Tosin, who had be...
'I actually achieved that' – Onyeka explains decision to leave Brentford on loan last season
Published: August 16, 2025
Nigeria international Frank Onyeka has shed light on the reasoning behind his loan move from Brentford to Augsburg last season.In search of playing opportunities on a regular basis, the FC Midtjylland academy graduate joined Augsburg on a season-long loan in the summer of 2024.Onyeka met his targets during his loan spe...
'Excellent defending' – Sky Sports pundit hails Fulham CB Bassey for game-saving tackle
Published: August 16, 2025
Sky Sports pundit Sam Blitz has hailed the performance of Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey in Brighton's 1-1 draw against Fulham at the Amex Stadium on the opening day of the 2025/2026 Premier League campaign.Bassey, who started the game for Fulham alongside national teammate Alex Iwobi, displayed an impressive perf...
'As skinny as he is' – Ndidi names Leicester legend Mahrez as best footballer he's played with
Published: August 16, 2025
Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has hailed Manchester City and Leicester City legend Riyad Mahrez as the best player he has ever played with.Ndidi, who played alongside the Algerian winger at Leicester City, made the revelation during an appearance on The Culture League Podcast.Ndidi and Mahrez shared the pitch 5...
Awoniyi, Jesus and Wood not enough: Nuno admits Nottingham Forest still need another forward
Published: August 16, 2025
Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espírito Santo has confirmed the club's intent to sign another striker before the close of the summer transfer window, despite already having Taiwo Awoniyi, Chris Wood, and Igor Jesus in the squad.Speaking during a pre-match press conference, Nuno outlined key areas where Forest need to ...
'Insulting' – Fabrizio Romano confirms Chelsea have rejected Dortmund's bid for Chukwuemeka
Published: August 15, 2025
Borussia Dortmund are keen to bring Carney Chukwuemeka back to the club before the close of the summer transfer window, but Chelsea are standing firm over the England youth international of Nigerian descent.The Fifa Club World Cup champions have turned down Borussia Dortmund's latest offer for Chukwuemeka.Transfer mark...
'Smart addition' – Pundit urges Leicester City to sign Man Utd striker Chido Obi
Published: August 15, 2025
Football writer and podcaster Declan Harte has urged Championship side Leicester City to target Manchester United youngster Chido Obi for a season-long loan this summer.Writing for Football League World (FLW), Harte noted the Foxes’ struggles in the transfer market and described the 17-year-old forward as a smart add...
Competition for Moffi: OGC Nice have concrete interest in signing Crystal Palace striker
Published: August 15, 2025
OGC Nice’s attacking options could face a shake-up as the Ligue 1 side looks to bolster its squad ahead of the forthcoming season.The club has been linked with an imminent move for Crystal Palace striker Odsonne Édouard, a development that may intensify competition for Nigerian forward Terem Moffi.Transfer expert Sa...
Brentford's record signings: Onyeka drops to 8th as Bournemouth winger nears historic move
Published: August 15, 2025
Brentford are on the brink of breaking their transfer record with the imminent signing of Bournemouth winger Dango Ouattara for a fee of £42.5m, including add-ons, according to The BBC.If completed, the move will catapult Ouattara to the top of the club's all-time transfer list, overtaking Igor Thiago, who cost £30m....
'Can do that job well' – Chelsea boss admits Tosin the only CB that can fill Colwill's role
Published: August 15, 2025
Chelsea coach Enzo Maresca has revealed that Tosin Adarabioyo is the only centre-back capable of filling the void left by Levi Colwill.Colwill will miss the majority of the 2025-26 season after sustaining an anterior cruciate ligament injury that required surgery.Maresca emphasized that the tactical role he deploys is ...
Squad numbers for Iwobi, Bassey confirmed; midfielder set to break record held by Newcastle legend
Published: August 15, 2025
Through the official website, Fulham have confirmed the squad numbers for the 2025-2026 season ahead of their Premier League opener against Brighton & Hove Albion at the Amex on Saturday afternoon.Nigeria internationals Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey are poised to make their season debuts against the Seagulls, given that...
Sunderland confirm squad numbers for three Nigerian players ahead of PL opener
Published: August 14, 2025
Sunderland have confirmed their squad numbers for the 2025-2026 season ahead of their Premier League opener against West Ham United.Three Nigerian players have been allocated jersey numbers, an indication that they are in contention to make their Premier League debuts for the Black Cats this season.Former Nigeria U20 i...