Football Tactics and Analysis

Nigeria international Semi Ajayi is officially a free agent following the end of his contract with West Bromwich Albion. The central defender, who has been a mainstay for both club and country in recent seasons, now faces a pivotal decision as he assesses his next move. Ajayi’s time with the Baggies has come to a […]

Maduka Okoye has called on his Udinese teammates to keep their spirits high and maintain hard work as the Italian club battles to end a frustrating run of poor results in Serie A. The Nigerian goalkeeper, who has been one of Udinese’s standout performers this season, acknowledged the disappointment surrounding the team’s recent form but

Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze could be heading for the San Siro exit this summer after a failed deadline day transfer to Fulham in January. Talks between Fulham and AC Milan collapsed late in the window, leading the Cottagers to sign veteran winger Willian instead. AC Milan are considering a move for Bologna’s Riccardo Orsolini,

Record breaking SC Freiburg goalkeeper Noah Atubolu will not be part of the squad facing VfL Wolfsburg this weekend due to an ongoing shoulder injury. Freiburg manager Julian Schuster confirmed the 22 year old is recovering well, but the match has come too soon for a return to action. Before his injury, Atubolu set a

Premier League side Everton are reportedly preparing a move for Nigeria international Moses Simon, who has been in fine form for Ligue 1 club Nantes this season. According to reports from Africa Foot, the Toffees have scouted the 29 year old in recent weeks and view him as a priority target for the upcoming transfer

Alex Iwobi has rallied his Fulham teammates to stay positive following their 2–1 home loss to Chelsea in a fiercely contested London derby at Craven Cottage. The Nigerian midfielder gave Fulham an early advantage just before the half hour mark, putting them in a promising position to complete a league double over the Blues. However,

Frank Onyeka will return to Brentford this summer following the conclusion of his loan spell at Augsburg, with no permanent transfer currently being negotiated. The Nigerian midfielder, who made history as Brentford’s first Premier League-era signing in 2021, joined the German club last summer in search of regular playing time. Brentford initially allowed Onyeka to

Flying Eagles star Benjamin Fredrick is on the cusp of a breakthrough moment, as he nears his Premier League debut for Brentford FC. The 19 year old defender has fully recovered from a pre-season injury and was recently included on the bench in Brentford’s 2–1 away victory against Bournemouth. Fredrick, who has noticeably bulked up

Paul Onuachu’s first half header seemed set to deliver a much needed third Premier League win of the season for Southampton until Crystal Palace struck a heartbreaking equaliser in stoppage time to force a 1-1 draw. Onuachu, who has now scored four Premier League goals this season, continues to be the top scorer for a

Lazio manager Marco Baroni has shed light on his decision to bring on Nigerian midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru during their recent 1-1 draw against Torino, revealing that the change was prompted by Pedro’s request to be substituted after a demanding performance. Pedro, a former Chelsea winger, had been one of Lazio’s most effective players before being