'The big boys will be back' – Chelsea legend Mikel warns Benfica ahead of CWC showdown
Published: June 26, 2025
Chelsea legend John Obi Mikel has backed the Blues to secure victory over Portuguese giants Benfica in the knockout stage of the FIFA Club World Cup.Chelsea advanced to the Round of 16 after a commanding 3-0 win against ES Tunis in the early hours of Wednesday.Goals from Tosin Adarabioyo and Liam Delap in the first hal...
'Not a bad return' - Tosin reflects on fifth goal of the season after captaining Chelsea in CWC
Published: June 25, 2025
Tosin Adarabioyo expressed his delight after scoring his fifth goal of the season during Chelsea’s 3-0 victory over Esperance in the FIFA Club World Cup group stage, hailing both the performance and the team’s resilience under testing conditions in Philadelphia.Enzo Fernández passed the Chelsea captain's armband t...
'I'm a Manchester United fan' – Super Eagles attacker reacts to Red Devils links
Published: June 25, 2025
Super Eagles attacker Tolu Arokodare has reacted to speculation linking him with a move to Premier League giants Manchester United.Arokodare is widely expected to leave Racing Genk this summer following a standout season in which he claimed the Jupiler Pro League Golden Boot, netting 21 goals in 40 appearances across t...
Derrick Abu: Southampton confirm departure of tri-national fullback, once a Golden Eaglets hopeful
Published: June 25, 2025
With a statement on the official website, relegated Premier League club Southampton have confirmed the departure of tri-national fullback Derrick Abu.The Chelsea product, who is eligible to represent Nigeria, England and Germany at international level, leaves the South Coast club with zero appearances for the first tea...
History-maker: Maresca hails George after breaking Chelsea record held by Liam Delap
Published: June 25, 2025
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has heaped praise on history-making forward Tyrique George following his strike in Chelsea's 3-0 victory over ES Tunis in Philadelphia.Just before the final whistle, England U19 international George, who is also eligible to represent Nigeria's Super Eagles and Ghana's Black Stars, etched hi...
More than a footballer: Iwobi opens up on music, mental health and making a difference
Published: June 25, 2025
Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi has spoken candidly about his life beyond football, shedding light on his passion for music, fashion, and, most notably, charity work—while also acknowledging the mental health struggles he has faced along the way."Obviously, I like to do the music, I like to do fashion and I also like to...
Nigerian forward bids emotional farewell to Arsenal after 14 years of service
Published: June 24, 2025
London-born Nigerian forward Nathan Butler-Oyedeji has confirmed his departure from boyhood club Arsenal, ahead of the expiration of his contract on June 30, 2025.The Hale End Academy graduate has been on the books of Arsenal his entire career, having joined the club at the age of eight, although he enjoyed loan spells...
After signing Argentina shot-stopper, Crystal Palace set to loan out 2023 Flying Eagles invitee
Published: June 24, 2025
Premier League side Crystal Palace are on the brink of finalising a loan move for young goalkeeper Owen Goodman to League One outfit Huddersfield Town, according to Football Insider.The 21-year-old, who was called up to a Flying Eagles training camp in 2023, is back at Crystal Palace following a successful loan spell a...
Butler-Oyedeji: Forward who is set to leave Arsenal after 14 years wanted by Sturm Graz and FCK
Published: June 22, 2025
Austrian champions Sturm Graz have joined the growing list of European clubs vying for the signature of  Arsenal forward Nathan Butler-Oyedeji ahead of the 2025/2026 campaign.The 22-year-old forward, who is set to depart the Gunners after 14 years of service, attracted significant attention with his stellar performanc...
No Juventus move: Fabrizio Romano confirms Nigerian striker expected to join Chelsea in 2026
Published: June 21, 2025
Chelsea are preparing for Nigeria-eligible striker Emanuel Emegha to become part of their senior squad from the summer of 2026, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. The Blues' long-term strategy was first hinted at in May, but Romano reaffirmed the plan in a fresh update shared via his official X (formerly Tw...
'He did that at Newcastle too' – Obi Mikel slams Chelsea striker over 'stupid' red card
Published: June 21, 2025
Former Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel has strongly criticized Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson following his reckless red card during the Blues’ 3-1 defeat to Flamengo in the FIFA Club World Cup group stage on Friday evening.Jackson, who was brought on in the 64th minute, was shown a straight red card just four m...
Nottingham Forest treat fans to good news as Aina, Awoniyi and Dennis coach signs new deal
Published: June 21, 2025
Nottingham Forest gave their supporters reason to celebrate on Saturday morning by officially announcing that Nuno Espírito Santo has signed a new contract with the club.The Portuguese football tactician will continue coaching Nigeria internationals Ola Aina, Taiwo Awoniyi and Emmanuel Dennis next season, after extend...
'At first I was scared' – Nottingham forest defender Ola Aina reflects on his time at Torino
Published: June 20, 2025
Nottingham Forest defender Ola Aina has opened up about his time in Italy with Serie A side Torino, describing the experience as both intimidating and transformative. In a candid interview with Versus, the 28-year-old Nigeria international detailed how the move abroad in 2018 impacted his development, both on and off ...
Southampton and Trabzonspor reach agreement over transfer of Super Eagles striker for N14b fee
Published: June 19, 2025
Turkish giants Trabzonspor have reportedly reached an agreement with English side Southampton for the permanent signing of Nigerian striker Paul Onuachu during the summer transfer window.Onuachu, who joined Southampton from Belgian club Genk in January 2023, endured a tough start to life in England but rediscovered his...
Nwaneri battles Arsenal, Aston Villa, Bournemouth and Chelsea starlets for PFA Young POTY
Published: June 19, 2025
Arsenal starlet Ethan Nwaneri has been named among the top six nominees for the 2024/25 PFA Young Player of the Year award, capping off a stunning breakthrough campaign for the 18-year-old midfielder.The other nominees include Bournemouth's Milos Kerkez, former Cherries defender Dean Huijsen, Chelsea striker Liam Delap...