Match Previews & Reviews

Super Falcons forward Toni Payne opened her goal account for Everton in their 3-1 loss to Arsenal in the Women’s Super League at Walton Hall Park. Despite the defeat, Payne’s goal marked a significant moment in her adaptation to English football since joining the club in July 2024 after six years at Sevilla. Arsenal took […]

Victor Boniface and Nathan Tella saw their Champions League campaign come to an end as Bayer Leverkusen suffered a 2-0 home defeat to Bayern Munich, losing 5-0 on aggregate. Since returning from injury in late January, Boniface has struggled for regular playing time, starting only once in seven Bundesliga matches. His last goal came in

Chizzy Ezenwata extended his impressive goal streak to five consecutive matches, scoring twice in Chelsea U18s’ 3-2 loss to Arsenal U18s at Cobham Training Ground. In the 82nd minute, Ezenwata headed in a free-kick from Landon Emenalo, son of former Super Eagles international Michael Emenalo, but Chelsea ran out of time to find an equalizer.

Super Falcons midfielder Chioma Olise expressed her joy after Trabzonspor Women secured an important 2-0 victory over Besiktas Women in Round 19 of the Turkish Women’s Football League on Sunday. Olise, who was introduced in the second half, highlighted the team’s determination and winning mentality after the match. “I’m thrilled with today’s result. We fought

Super Eagles winger Chidera Ejuke made a stunning return to Sevilla’s starting lineup, scoring the decisive goal in their 1-0 victory over Real Sociedad at the Reale Arena on Sunday night. Making his first La Liga start in 140 days, Ejuke broke the deadlock shortly after halftime, finishing calmly into the bottom right corner after

Super Eagles striker Sadiq Umar continues to make a strong case for inclusion in Nigeria’s squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, following his second consecutive match-winning goal for Valencia. The 28 year old forward struck in the 58th minute to secure a 1-0 victory over Real Valladolid in La Liga, taking his tally

Nigeria’s Flamingos took a major step toward the final round of the 2025 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers, defeating South Africa 3-1 in Pretoria. Match Highlights: Shakirat Moshood opened the scoring in the 20th minute. Harmony Chidi doubled Nigeria’s lead in the 41st minute via a penalty. South Africa pulled one back from the

Veteran Nigerian striker Odion Ighalo played a key role in Al Wehda’s 3-1 win over fellow relegation strugglers Al Raed, scoring his fifth goal of the season to help his team secure just their fourth league victory of the campaign. The 35-year-old forward struck in the 76th minute, putting Al Wehda ahead 2-1 before his

Super Eagles forward Cyriel Dessers delivered a match-winning performance as Rangers stunned Fenerbahçe in the UEFA Europa League Round of 16, securing a 2-1 away victory. Defensively, Super Eagles veteran Leon Balogun played a crucial role after being introduced in the 28th minute, adding solidity to Rangers’ backline. Meanwhile, fellow Nigerian international Bright Osayi-Samuel, who

Super Eagles first-choice goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has expressed confidence in his return to top form after delivering a Man of the Match performance in Chippa United’s goalless draw against Richards Bay in the South African Premier Soccer League PSL. Nwabali, who has been mourning the loss of both his parents in recent months, acknowledged the