Kelechi Abel

Kelechi Abel is a dynamic and insightful writer with a diverse professional background. He has worked in various roles, including as an English Teacher at Yahweh Care Foundation Nursery & Primary School and in customer relations and banking with City Gate Global Investment, Union Bank Nigeria Plc, UBA Plc, and Unity Bank Plc. Kelechi holds an Advanced Diploma in International Marketing and a BSc in Psychology from the University of Ibadan and Yaba College of Technology. His unique experiences in education and finance, coupled with his academic background, provide him with a broad perspective on various topics. A native of Ebonyi State, Kelechi enjoys reading, travelling, and driving in his leisure time, enriching his writing with diverse experiences and insights.

Sheffield United Seal Acquisition of Nigerian Forward Ukaki from Botev Plovdiv

Sheffield United Seal Acquisition of Nigerian Forward Ukaki from Botev Plovdiv

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Sheffield United have completed the signing of Ehije Success Ukaki, a promising 20 year old Nigerian winger, from Bulgarian side Botev Plovdiv. Ukaki has signed a three-year deal running through 2028, making him the latest addition under the club’s data-driven recruitment model. Ukaki scored seven goals in 47 appearances for Botev Plovdiv and played a […]

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Chelsea Should’ve Signed Osimhen Instead of Delap or Mikel

Chelsea Should’ve Signed Osimhen Instead of Delap or Mikel

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Former Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel has strongly criticised the club’s summer transfer decisions, arguing that manager Enzo Maresca erred by not signing Victor Osimhen. Mikel labelled the current striker situation a “disaster” and suggested Maresca’s job may be on the line without a proven goalscorer . Despite interest from Maresca’s staff and fans including Jason

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Anas Clinches NPFL Golden Boot, to Receive ₦3.6 Million from Eunisell

Anas Clinches NPFL Golden Boot, to Receive ₦3.6 Million from Eunisell

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Nasarawa United’s striker, Anas Yusuf, has secured the 2024–25 NPFL Golden Boot by scoring 18 goals, finishing the season as the league’s top scorer. His goals proved crucial in helping the Solid Miners avoid relegation, contributing nearly half of their total goals. Yusuf’s tally includes two hat‑tricks and a mix of open-play and penalty goals.

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Warri Wolves Sweep April–May NNL Awards as Chindi Claims Golden Boot

Warri Wolves Sweep April–May NNL Awards as Chindi Claims Golden Boot

By / Local Clubs and Academies /

Warri Wolves took home two of the biggest honors at the Nigeria National League (NNL) April/May Excellence Awards, to be held on 18 June at Abuja’s West Point Hotel. Coach Napoleon Aluma was named Best Coach, while goalkeeper Efevwerha Joke secured Best Goalkeeper. Meanwhile, Edel FC’s striker Gukut Merpring Chindi has been recognised as the April top scorer. He

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Bright Osayi‑Samuel Prepares for Free Transfer as Fenerbahçe Talks End

Bright Osayi‑Samuel Prepares for Free Transfer as Fenerbahçe Talks End

By / Transfer News /

Bright Osayi‑Samuel, the Super Eagles and Fenerbahçe right‑back, is making plans to exit the Turkish champions after the club ended contract renewal discussions. His current deal expires in June 2025, and negotiations broke down over wage demands. Fenerbahçe reportedly refused his request believed to be around €2.5 million net per season compared to their current offer

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Stay in Europe—or earn big in Saudi, Obodo tells Osimhen

Stay in Europe—or earn big in Saudi, Obodo tells Osimhen

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Former Super Eagles midfielder Christian Obodo has advised Victor Osimhen to carefully weigh his next move ahead of the striker’s potential $35 m per year Al Hilal deal. Obodo emphasised that Osimhen should either remain in Europe to solidify his top-level status or secure his future in Saudi Arabia with a lucrative contract. Speaking earlier this

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Southampton Extend Contracts for Two Nigerian Stars Amid Relegation Rebuild

Southampton Extend Contracts for Two Nigerian Stars Amid Relegation Rebuild

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Southampton have announced new contract offers to two key Nigerian players following their relegation from the Premier League. Midfielder Joe Aribo and young forward Victor Udoh have both been presented with fresh deals as part of the Saints’ plan to strengthen their squad for the upcoming Championship campaign. Joe Aribo, 28, joined Southampton from Rangers

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Alhassan Earns Spot in Macedonia First League Team of the Season

Alhassan Earns Spot in Macedonia First League Team of the Season

By / Football Tactics and Analysis /

Nigerian defensive midfielder Adamu Ibrahim Alhassan has been named in the 2024–25 Macedonia First League Team of the Season. In his debut campaign with KF Shkëndija, he impressed with consistent performances across six matches, contributing to both defensive stability and midfield control. Alhassan, 24, arrived in Macedonian football on 12 July 2023 and quickly became

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Tella Evaluates Ten Hag as Leverkusen Name Alonso Successor

Tella Evaluates Ten Hag as Leverkusen Name Alonso Successor

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Premier League pundit Nathan Tella has weighed in on Erik ten Hag’s appointment as Bayer Leverkusen head coach, following Xabi Alonso’s departure to Real Madrid. Ten Hag, who officially signed a contract until 2027, replaces Alonso as part of Leverkusen’s next chapter. Tella praised Ten Hag’s track record, stating “They forget how brilliant he was”

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Zaidu Sanusi Included in Porto Squad for Club World Cup – Messi May Await

Zaidu Sanusi Included in Porto Squad for Club World Cup – Messi May Await

By / Fan Zone /

Porto have named Nigeria international left-back Zaidu Sanusi in their 28-man squad for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup in the United States. The draw has placed Porto in Group A alongside Inter Miami (featuring Lionel Messi), Palmeiras and Al Ahly. Zaidu, now 27, has been a fixture for Porto since 2020, helping the club

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