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Former Nigeria international Lukman Haruna has provided a candid look into the internal struggles that derailed the Super Eagles during their 2010 FIFA World Cup campaign in South Africa. Once a rising star at AS Monaco following his U17 World Cup success, Haruna revealed that the squad’s downfall was as psychological as tactical. Haruna recalled […]

Kun Khalifat FC’s head coach, Obinna Uzoho, has urged his side to quickly recover following a 2–1 home loss to champions Remo Stars in their NPFL encounter. The narrow defeat came after the Owerri-based side earned their maiden NPFL point in a stalemate against Rangers. Uzoho insists the focus now shifts to securing points in

Rwanda’s head coach, Adel Amrouche, raised concerns about the officiating in their 1-0 loss to Nigeria in the 2026 World Cup qualifier. Speaking after the match in Uyo, Amrouche expressed dissatisfaction with refereeing decisions, though he admitted the replacement referee had been assigned at short notice making it difficult to critique openly. “I am not

Enyimba goalkeeper Ojo Onyema has declared that only victory will satisfy the People’s Elephant when they face Nasarawa United in their next Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) clash. Speaking with confidence before the fixture, Onyema insisted that Enyimba must approach the encounter with a winner’s mentality, stressing that every point counts in the push for

Super Eagles goalkeeper Adebayo Adeleye emphasised that the squad fully understands what’s on the line ahead of crucial World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and South Africa. With Nigeria precariously placed fourth in Group C on seven points from six games, Adeleye insists victory in the remaining matches is essential.“ If my team is not in

Kalidou Koulibaly revealed that Super Eagles strike Victor Osimhen inquired about football in Saudi Arabia before choosing Galatasaray. The former Napoli defender, now at Al-Hilal, shared how the Nigerian asked about the league and the club. Despite Koulibaly speaking positively, Osimhen opted for the Turkish side, citing Galatasaray’s project and a better fit for his

Long time Nigerian coach Emmanuel Ezeji has expressed concern over the stalled career of Super Eagles midfield prodigy Kelechi Nwakali, pointing to recurring disciplinary issues as the key barrier to his progression. Ezeji referenced multiple episodes, from Nwakali being demoted at GD Chaves for using his phone during a game, to returning late from a

Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface put to rest any lingering doubts about his fitness during his official unveiling at Werder Bremen. The 24 year old joined the Bundesliga club on a season-long loan from Bayer Leverkusen after a failed move to AC Milan due to a problematic medical. At his first press appearance, he forcefully

Rangers International Head Coach and Super Eagles assistant coach Fidelis Ilechukwu has shed light on why his side were held to a goalless draw by newly promoted Kun Khalifat in their NPFL season opener at home in Enugu. Domination in the first half failed to translate into goals a familiar theme, insisted Ilechukwu, known affectionately

As Nigeria reflects on its disappointing outing at the 2024 Championship of African Nations (CHAN) in Zanzibar, former NPFL star Ogbonnaya Okemiri has voiced concerns over the squad’s selection. He argued that some of the country’s finest home-based talents were overlooked, contributing to the team’s poor performance. Okemiri, who played for Enyimba, Heartland, and Rivers