Football and Society

Patrick Osaweme, a Nigerian born FIFA agent based in Russia, has praised Gbenga Elegbeleye, the Chairman of the Nigeria Professional Football League NPFL, for his efforts in transforming the league. Osaweme commended Elegbeleye’s leadership, which has elevated the NPFL to international standards, making it an exciting prospect for Nigerians both at home and abroad. Osaweme […]

In a significant move for Nigerian football, seven young footballers from Lagos are set to begin their international careers, with the long term goal of achieving Olympic Gold in 2028 and competing in the FIFA World Cup final in 2030. These transfers, organised by the Lagos State Football Association LSFA, underscore the association’s dedication to

Leicester City has announced its squad numbers for the upcoming 2024/2025 Premier League season, revealing that Nigerian midfielder Wilfred Ndidi will switch from his iconic number 25 to number 6. This marks the first time in nine years that Ndidi will don a different jersey number. Since joining Leicester in 2017 from Racing Genk, Ndidi

Super Eagles forward Kelechi Iheanacho has officially bid farewell to Leicester City following his transfer to Sevilla. Iheanacho, who joined Leicester City in 2017 for a record fee of £25 million, has reflected on his time at the club with gratitude. Despite initially playing a supporting role to Jamie Vardy, Iheanacho played a crucial part

Remo Stars coach Daniel Ogunmodede has stated that former Super Eagles assistant coach Finidi George did not receive the necessary support during his tenure. Ogunmodede believes that Finidi’s lack of support contributed to his challenges in his role. Finidi George, a former Nigerian international, faced significant challenges as an assistant coach for the Super Eagles.

Super Eagles midfielder Raphael Onyedika faced an unfortunate start to the new Belgian league season with Club Brugge. During the opening match against KV Mechelen, several setbacks affected his performance and the team’s result. In the first half, Onyedika was close to scoring but was denied by the post. Onyedika felt some discomfort and had

Taiwo Awoniyi will not be joining Nottingham Forest’s pre season tour of Spain. The striker has been excused from the tour for family reasons. Last season, Awoniyi scored six goals for Forest despite dealing with injuries. Nottingham Forest will start the new Premier League season on August 17 at home against Bournemouth. Taiwo Awoniyi’s absence

Former Italy international Roberto Pruzzo has advised AS Roma to sign a forward similar to Ademola Lookman. Pruzzo believes that the club’s funds, currently used to acquire versatile midfielder Enzo Le Fée from Stade Rennais for approximately 20 million euros, should instead be invested in a player with Lookman’s characteristics. Lookman, who transitioned from a

Real Madrid has been linked with Napoli striker Victor Osimhen on several occasions. However, coach Carlo Ancelotti recently explained why the club did not pursue the Nigerian forward. Speaking to Radio Serie A, Ancelotti revealed that the decision was influenced by the club’s choice to sign Jude Bellingham instead. No, we didn’t sign Osimhen because

During the AREWA Celebrities Friendly Match held in Kaduna State, Nigeria, Ahmed Musa, the captain of the Super Eagles, addressed rumours about his status with the national team. Speaking in Hausa, Musa clarified that he has not retired from international football but is merely taking a brief break from the national team. Musa’s comments came