Olympic Eagles Arrive in DR Congo for Crucial U-23 AFCON Qualifier
Nigeria’s Olympic Eagles have arrived in Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of Congo, as preparations gather momentum for their important 2027 U-23 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying encounter. The Nigerian delegation arrived ahead of Friday’s first-leg meeting with DR Congo, scheduled to take place at the Stade TP Mazembe on November 13, 2026 All 23 invited players […]
Nigerian-Born Michael Olaha Scores on Dream Vietnam Debut, Sends Emotional Message to Fans
“An unforgettable debut!” — Former Nigerian striker celebrates historic international breakthrough after acquiring Vietnamese citizenship. Nigerian-born striker Michael Onyedikachi Olaha has written a remarkable new chapter in his football career, marking his international debut for Vietnam with a memorable goal in the Golden Star Warriors’ 2–0 victory over Chinese Taipei on Wednesday. The 29-year-old forward, […]
Isaac James Earns First Super Eagles Call-Up Under Eric Chelle
Isaac James has earned his first Super Eagles call-up after impressing with Portuguese club Alverca. The 22-year-old defender was included in Eric Chelle’s 24-man squad for Nigeria’s opening Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualifying matches. Nigeria will host Madagascar in Uyo on September 25 before travelling to Guinea-Bissau for the second fixture four days later. […]
Nigerian-Born Atubolu Makes Bundesliga History With Six Consecutive Penalty Saves
Nigerian-German goalkeeper Noah Atubolu has written his name into Bundesliga history after remarkably saving the last six penalties he has faced in the German top flight. The 24-year-old Eintracht Frankfurt goalkeeper extended his extraordinary record last weekend when he denied Mainz midfielder Nadiem Amiri from the spot during Frankfurt’s 3-1 victory in the Rhine-Main derby. […]
Osimhen Injury Update: Galatasaray Confirm Groin Problem After Başakşehir Clash
Victor Osimhen scored before being forced off as Galatasaray defeated İstanbul Başakşehir 3-2 in the Turkish Super Lig. Galatasaray have confirmed that Victor Osimhen suffered a groin injury during their 3-2 victory over İstanbul Başakşehir on Friday night. The Nigerian striker started the match and opened the scoring for the Turkish champions in the 16th […]
Chibuike Nwaiwu handed two-match UEFA ban after Trabzonspor red card
Super Eagles defender Chibuike Nwaiwu has been suspended for two UEFA matches following the straight red card he received in Trabzonspor’s Europa League play-off defeat to Ferencváros. The 23-year-old Nigerian centre-back was dismissed deep into stoppage time during Trabzonspor’s 1-0 loss to the Hungarian side at Papara Park on August 20. Nwaiwu was shown a […]
Josh Ajala scores twice as West Ham beat Southampton 4-1
Nigerian-born teenager Josh Ajala marked his first senior start for West Ham United with two goals as the Hammers came from behind to defeat Southampton 4-1 in the Carabao Cup. The 19-year-old was handed a starting role by manager Nuno Espírito Santo at St Mary’s Stadium and responded with a standout performance as West Ham […]
Brighton Consider Move for Super Eagles Forward Femi Azeez
The Premier League club are reportedly assessing the Millwall forward as they consider their attacking options before the summer transfer window closes. Brighton & Hove Albion are reportedly considering a move for Nigerian forward Femi Azeez as the Premier League club assess their options ahead of the end of the summer transfer window. According to […]
Victor Osimhen Scores Twice as Galatasaray Are Held to 2-2 Draw by Çorum FK
Nigerian striker rescues a point for the Turkish champions after Çorum FK overturned Galatasaray’s lead. Victor Osimhen began the new Turkish Süper Lig campaign with a statement performance, scoring twice as Galatasaray were held to a 2-2 draw by newly promoted Çorum FK at RAMS Park. The Nigeria international struck once in each half, including […]
Zadok Yohanna Makes Brighton Debut After Record-Breaking Transfer
Brighton’s latest Nigerian signing was introduced in the second half as Fabian Hurzeler’s side beat Roma 3-0. Nigerian forward Zadok Yohanna has made his first appearance for Brighton & Hove Albion following his headline-making summer transfer from Swedish club AIK. The 21-year-old was introduced from the bench as Brighton defeated Italian giants AS Roma 3-0 […]