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Leeds United Complete Signing of Nigerian Defender Leonard Ngenge

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / January 21, 2026

Premier League club Leeds United have confirmed the signing of highly-rated Nigerian defender Leonard Ngenge from Remo Stars FC, Bold Sports reports. The 18 year old centre-back has penned a contract with the West Yorkshire club that runs until the end of the 2026/27 season, and he will initially link up with Leeds United’s Academy […]

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Igoh Ogbu Returns From AFCON for Slavia vs Barcelona UCL

By Kelechi Abel / Events & Tournaments / January 21, 2026

Super Eagles defender Igoh Ogbu has returned from Nigeria’s AFCON 2025 campaign and is back in training with SK Slavia Prague ahead of their UEFA Champions League clash against FC Barcelona on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. The centre-back — who featured for Nigeria in multiple matches during their third-place finish in Morocco had been away

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Troost-Ekong Completes Move to Qatari Club Al Ahli SC on Long-Term Deal

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / January 21, 2026

Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has completed a transfer to Qatar Stars League side Al Ahli SC, Complete Sports reports. The 32 year old centre-back leaves Saudi Professional League club Al Kholood — where he featured regularly and made 49 appearances, scoring twice — to sign a contract with Al Ahli that runs until

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Ex-Flying Eagles Striker Tijani Joins Hungarian Side Nyíregyháza Spartacus on Loan

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / January 21, 2026

Former Flying Eagles striker Muhammad Tijani has completed a loan move to Nyíregyháza Spartacus FC in the Hungarian top flight for the remainder of the season, Complete Sports reports. The 25 year old forward arrives from Slavia Prague, where he has spent the last three seasons on loan to various clubs. Tijani’s career path has

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NFF Explains Why Super Eagles Missed AFCON 2025 Bronze Medal Ceremony

By Kelechi Abel / National Team News / January 21, 2026

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has explained why the Super Eagles players were absent from the medal presentation ceremony following their third-place finish at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. Although Nigeria secured the bronze medal with a 4–2 penalty shootout win over Egypt in the third-place playoff, the squad did not

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Sheffield United Join Race for Frank Onyeka, Preparing January Bid

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / January 20, 2026

Sheffield United are preparing a January transfer bid for Nigerian midfielder Frank Onyeka, who is currently on the books at Brentford but no longer a regular first-team starter, Complete Sports reports. The Championship club have made formal enquiries about signing the 28 year old as they look to strengthen their midfield during the winter window.

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Ikpeba Urges Goalie Competition for Nwabali, Cites AFCON Record

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / January 20, 2026

Former African Footballer of the Year Victor Ikpeba has called for increased competition in the Super Eagles’ goalkeeping department, saying Nigeria should have “two great goalkeepers” vying for the national team’s No. 1 spot. Ikpeba spoke positively about Stanley Nwabali, who has been Nigeria’s first choice in recent matches, but stressed the need for internal

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Yaya Touré Hails Super Eagles as Most Impressive Team at AFCON 2025

By Kelechi Abel / National Team News / January 20, 2026

African football legend Yaya Touré has described Nigeria’s Super Eagles as the most impressive team at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco, despite their campaign ending in a semi-final defeat. Touré praised Nigeria’s attacking style, goal output and overall performances throughout the tournament, saying they stood out above other contenders. In his

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Chelle Vows Super Eagles Will Win AFCON Title in 2027

By Kelechi Abel / Training & Coaching / January 20, 2026

Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has pledged to bring the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) trophy home to Nigeria at the 2027 edition following the team’s bronze-medal finish at AFCON 2025 in Morocco. The Franco-Malian manager made the comment while reflecting on Nigeria’s performance after they ended the tournament with a third-place victory over

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West Ham’s Nigeria-eligible Forward in Talks With German and French Clubs

By Kelechi Abel / Youth Development / January 20, 2026

West Ham United forward Josh Ajala, who is eligible to represent Nigeria at international level, is in talks with clubs in both France and Germany as he considers his future ahead of the summer transfer window, AllNigeriaSoccer reports. The 19 year old striker’s contract with the Premier League side expires in June 2026, meaning he

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