Football Tactics and Analysis

Valencia are considering a fresh bid to bring Nigerian striker Sadiq Umar back to Mestalla in the January transfer window as they look to solve their goalscoring troubles and pull clear of the La Liga relegation zone. The forward has endured another frustrating start to life at Real Sociedad, making only 40 minutes of league […]

Young Nigerian centre-back Orji Nelson Chukwuma is attracting attention in Thailand after a strong start to life with Muangthong United. The 23 year old, who joined The Kirins in mid‑2025 on a contract that runs through June 2026, has featured in 8 of the club’s first 11 league matches, displaying an impressive level of maturity, consistency,

One of Nigeria’s most promising young midfielders, Obi Anthony, is quietly emerging as a key figure for Granada CF’s youth side in Spain’s Tercera RFEF Group 9. A product of Ojinmah FC in Owerri, Anthony plays as a defensive midfielder and has stood out for his composure, tactical intelligence, and maturity. He is especially effective

Samuel Chukwueze is edging ever closer to earning a spot in the starting XI for Fulham F.C. under head coach Marco Silva. The Nigerian winger joined Fulham on a season-long loan from AC Milan, arriving on deadline day of the transfer window. Initially omitted from the squad due to limited training time, Silva emphasised that

FC Robo Queens have strengthened their technical bench ahead of the 2025-26 Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) season by appointing former Falconets star Fasilat Adeyemo to a coaching role. The Lagos-based club believe her experience as a player and understanding of the women’s game will be valuable as they aim to contend for honours this

A dramatic evening unfolded on the European stage Ademola Lookman came into conflict with his coach during Atalanta BC’s campaign, while his compatriot Victor Osimhen delivered a masterclass for Galatasaray SK, scoring three goals in the UEFA Champions League. At Atalanta, tensions boiled over in the 75th minute of their match when Lookman, having been

Nigerian midfielder Daniel Francis played a crucial role in Wacker Innsbruck’s 13th consecutive victory in the Austrian Regionalliga West. Francis, a former Nigeria U17 international, showcased his quality in the run of form that has propelled the club toward dominance in their division. According to official stats, the team now sit at the top of

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