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Midtjylland Secure Young Striker Friday Etim from Sister Club

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / June 20, 2025

FC Midtjylland have officially signed Nigerian forward Friday Ubi Etim on a deal running until the summer of 2029. The 23 year old, who has spent the past two seasons at Portuguese side CD Mafra, moves from their partner club as part of the club’s talent pathway initiative. Etim, born in Lagos on 21 May 2002, began his European […]

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Thrilled Babajide Secures Place in Super Falcons WAFCON Squad

By Kelechi Abel / Player Profiles / June 20, 2025

Rinsola Babajide has expressed her delight after earning a spot in Nigeria’s Super Falcons for the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. The forward, who plays her club football in Spain, played a key role in the Falcons’ decisive 2-1 comeback victory over Cape Verde in the second leg playoff on Tuesday. That

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Super Eagles Goalkeeper Nwabali Receives Support Amid Criticism

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / June 20, 2025

Super Eagles left-back Bruno Onyeamachi has defended goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, urging Nigerians to show more understanding following recent criticisms. Nwabali, who has been Nigeria’s first-choice goalkeeper since the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, faced scrutiny after conceding a late goal in the 1-1 draw against Zimbabwe in a crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier. Onyeamachi praised

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Semi Ajayi Departs West Brom After Six Seasons

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / June 20, 2025

Semi Ajayi, the Nigerian international defender, has been released by West Bromwich Albion following the expiry of his contract at the end of June 2025. He departs after six years caring the heart of Albion’s backline. Ajayi, 31, joined from Rotherham United in 2019 and made 177 appearances scoring 13 times and providing crucial defensive stability. In

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Etafia: Prioritize CAF Success Before Club World Cup Ambitions

By Kelechi Abel / NPFL / June 20, 2025

Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Emmanuel Etafia has cautioned Nigerian clubs against getting swept up in the excitement surrounding the revamped 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. He insists they should prioritise solid performances in CAF competitions first. Set for June–July 2025 in the USA, the expanded tournament will feature 32 clubs four from Africa but Nigerian teams have

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Osimhen Reveals He Nearly Lost His Eyes After Horror Injury

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / June 20, 2025

Napoli and Super Eagles star Victor Osimhen has opened up about the terrifying head injury he suffered in November 2021 during a Serie A clash with Inter Milan, admitting he “could have lost his sight.” The horror occurred at San Siro when Osimhen collided with Inter’s Milan Škriniar, resulting in multiple facial fractures. Surgeons performed

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Super Eagles Keeper Adeleye Leaves Cypriot Club Enosis Neon

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / June 20, 2025

Adebayo Adeleye, the Super Eagles goalkeeper, has departed from Enosis Neon Paralimni, the Cypriot First Division club he joined in July 2024 on a free transfer from Hapoel Jerusalem. His contract has now ended, and he is exploring new opportunities abroad. Since arriving in Paralimni, the 24 year old made an immediate impression, featuring 17 times in

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Nürnberg Signs Homegrown Talent Uche Obiogumu to New Deal

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / June 20, 2025

FC Nürnberg have announced that Nigerian-born forward Uche Destiny Obiogumu has signed a new deal with the club’s U23 side, extending his commitment until June 2026. The 20 year old attacker, who returned to Nürnberg in September 2024 from Hoffenheim’s development team, impressed with 62 youth appearances contributing 21 goals and 18 assists before heading back to the

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Home-Based Eagles to Kick Off CHAN 2024 Group Stage in Zanzibar

By Kelechi Abel / Stadiums & Facilities / June 20, 2025

Nigeria’s Super Eagles B, the national squad composed exclusively of home-based players, will contest their Group D fixtures in Zanzibar during the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), as confirmed by CAF. This tournament, originally scheduled for February, has been postponed to August 2025 to allow host nations sufficient time for preparations. At the final draw held

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Coach Chelle to Attend PFC 2025 Final as Players Eye Call-Ups

By Kelechi Abel / Training & Coaching / June 20, 2025

Nigeria’s new head coach of the Super Eagles, Éric Sékou Chelle, has confirmed he will attend the finals of the 2025 President’s Federation Cup between Kwara United and Abakaliki FC. His presence offers a prime opportunity for standout performers to stake a claim for national team selection. Chelle, who was appointed in January 2025 after guiding Mali

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