'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...
Free-scoring Nigerian club taught a lesson by Liverpool U21s as Onanuga finds the net in 4-0 win
Published: August 14, 2025
Bauchi-based Nigerian club One Touch FC were handed a humbling defeat on Thursday afternoon, suffering a 4-0 loss to Liverpool U21s in a friendly at the AXA Training Centre, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.The Nigerian outfit are currently on a tour of the United Kingdom, where they had enjoyed an unblemished record prior...
Ola Aina’s starting place at risk? Nottingham Forest bid for Man City right-back
Published: August 14, 2025
Nottingham Forest appear to be exploring options at right-back, with Ola Aina potentially facing new competition following their reported interest in Manchester City’s Rico Lewis.Forest have submitted an initial offer of €25 million, plus €5 million in add-ons, for the 20-year-old England youth international, but...
Gerrard, Lampard or Scholes? Mikel picks his toughest rival from Liverpool, Chelsea and Man Utd icons
Published: August 14, 2025
Former Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel has revealed the one player he found most difficult to face during his Premier League career, picking Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard ahead of Manchester United hero Paul Scholes and Chelsea icon Frank Lampard.Mikel and Lampard spent eight years as teammates at Chelsea, forming ...
Transfer expert Ornstein confirms Nwaneri is switching from right wing to midfield at Arsenal
Published: August 14, 2025
Transfer expert David Ornstein has revealed the positions Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta plans to use rising star Ethan Nwaneri this season, following the youngster’s contract extension at the Emirates Stadium.Nwaneri, who had a breakout campaign last season, was close to leaving the club in the summer window as he dem...
Carabao Cup: Osayi-Samuel and Birmingham City spoil Ukaki's Sheffield United debut
Published: August 13, 2025
Promising Nigerian attacker Ehije Ukaki made his official debut in English football as Sheffield United suffered a 2-1 defeat to Birmingham City in the first round of the Carabao Cup at St. Andrew’s @ Knighthead Park.The 20-year-old joined the Blades during the summer transfer window on a three-year deal from Bulgari...
Doncaster Rovers boss hails Spurs loanee Ajayi for 'outstanding' goal in win v Middlesbrough
Published: August 13, 2025
Doncaster Rovers manager Grant McCann has singled out the strike from Tottenham Hotspur loanee Damola Ajayi during their 4-0 victory over Middlesbrough in the Carabao Cup on Tuesday night.Ajayi scored the second goal in the 23rd minute at the Riverside Stadium, firing a left-footed shot into the back of the net followi...