Football Tactics and Analysis

Semi Ajayi was singled out by his manager Sergej Jakirović for his impressive contribution to Hull City’s 2-0 win over Norwich City at Carrow Road. Ajayi came on at half‐time and helped bring much-needed stability to the defence after Hull City had struggled in the first half. Jakirović said: “Semi gave us stability … When […]

Samuel Chukwueze received a 7/10 rating from Sky Sports for his performance in Fulham F.C.’s 3-0 Premier League victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C.. The Nigerian winger entered the match as a substitute in the 77th minute, marking his third league appearance for Fulham this season.  Almost immediately, he nearly made a decisive contribution when his

Enyimba F.C.’s head coach Stanley Eguma is facing a make or break fortnight as the club’s board has given him just two matches to turn around their faltering season. The People’s Elephant currently sit 10th in the 2025 / 26 Nigeria Premier Football League table, having compiled 13 points from ten games after a winless

Ange Postecoglou has been relieved of his duties as head coach of Nottingham Forest with immediate effect, the club announced following a 3-0 defeat to Chelsea F.C.. The Australian boss had handed Taiwo Awoniyi his season debut during that loss, substituting the Nigerian striker at half-time as part of the troubled campaign.  Appointed in early September

Maduka Okoye is set to reclaim his place in Udinese’s lineup now that his two-month suspension for betting offences has ended, All Nigeria Soccer reports. Luigi Turci, former AC Milan goalkeeping coach, has publicly expressed confidence in Okoye’s return, telling Messaggero Veneto that the Nigerian international is poised to re-enter with renewed drive. “I believe

Elochukwu Toney, a dynamic left winger from Ebonyi State, has been making waves with his exceptional performances at NOK FC. His electrifying speed and technical prowess have quickly made him a standout player in the team. Having honed his skills in the local leagues, Toney’s transition to NOK FC marks a significant step in his

Nantes defender Chidozie Awaziem featured for the full 90 minutes as his side were held to a goalless draw by Brest in their Ligue 1 outing.Despite opportunities on both ends, neither team could break the deadlock, and the match concluded without a goal. Awaziem’s consistent presence across the backline helped Nantes maintain solidity and preserve

Rangers International head coach Fidelis Ilechukwu has urged the club’s passionate supporters to remain patient, assuring them that the Coal City Flying Antelopes will bounce back to reclaim their pride of place in Nigerian football. Nicknamed The Working One”, Ilechukwu guided Rangers to the NPFL title in the 2023/24 season. However, after a disappointing 2024/25

Olympiacos boss José Luís Mendilibar has named Bruno Onyemaechi in his travelling 22-man squad for Wednesday’s UEFA Champions League fixture against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium. Barring last-minute injury issues, the Nigerian defender could make his Champions League debut in the high-profile encounter. Since his move from Boavista in January, Onyemaechi has struggled for consistent

Crystal Palace became the last unbeaten team in the Premier League this season following a thrilling 2-1 victory against champions Liverpool, All Nigeria Soccer reports. Super Eagles prospect Rio Ngumoha, fresh off signing his first professional contract with Liverpool earlier in the week, came off the bench in the second half to inject life, while