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Super Eagles defender Ola Aina has called on Nottingham Forest to maintain momentum from their standout campaign as they prepare for the 2025–26 season. The defender, instrumental in their successful qualifying push, made 35 Premier League appearances last term scoring twice and providing one assist as Forest secured a coveted spot in the UEFA Europa […]

Fikayo Tomori has confirmed that AC Milan are adapting to Massimiliano Allegri’s tactical blueprint, emphasising greater aggressiveness and compactness at the back. Speaking ahead of the Udinese match, he explained that the system has added a third centre‑back but retained its core defensive principles staying aggressive and maintaining a high defensive line. With Tomori paired

Racing Genk’s head coach, Thorsten Fink, has signalled uncertainty over Tolu Arokodare’s availability for their opening Belgian Pro League fixture against Club Brugge, with speculation intensifying over the Nigerian striker’s future. The 24 year old had an impressive season, scoring 23 goals and supplying seven assists in 45 matches. Fink emphasised that Arokodare’s participation remains

Mercy Akide‑Udoh, former three‑time African Women’s Cup of Nations winner, has urged the Super Falcons to guard against a repeat of last tournament’s heartbreak, warning them not to suffer a second consecutive semi‑final elimination at WAFCON 2024. Her message, delivered ahead of the semi‑final clash, highlights the need for mental resilience and tactical sharpness from

Ebenezer Ifeanyi Harcourt, the 15-year-old goalkeeper for Nigeria’s Flying Eagles, has expressed his readiness to surpass his previous performances following his standout display in the WAFU B U-20 Championship semi-final.In a tense encounter against Niger Republic at the University of Ghana Stadium in Accra, Harcourt saved the opening penalty during the shootout, providing Nigeria with

Zaccai Etuhu, son of ex‑Super Eagles midfielder Dickson Etuhu, has revealed his long‑standing admiration for Manchester United soon after signing for Blackpool on a scholarship deal. The youngster, who operates on either flank, joined from Accrington Stanley last week. In a video posted on Blackpool’s official Instagram, Zaccai introduced himself with pride, saying: “My name is Zaccai Etuhu.

CATS Ladies FC of Surulere head coach, Chinasa Mandy Ukandu, has shared the secrets behind her side’s historic victory in the inaugural Lagos State Women’s Super League. Ukandu credited the team’s success to a combination of discipline, rigorous training sessions, and unwavering commitment from players and management. “We built a strong bond on and off

Former Leicester City Women defender Ashleigh Plumptre insists Nigeria’s emphatic 5–0 WAFCON quarter‑final victory over Zambia has ignited belief ahead of their semi‑final showdown with South Africa. The win, secured at the Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca, featured goals from Osinachi Ohale, Esther Okoronkwo, Chinwendu Ihezuo, Blessing Demehin and Folashade Ijamilusi. Plumptre noted that Zambia’s

Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Ike Shorunmu has voiced full confidence in Stanley Nwabali’s ability to succeed regardless of club or country environment, describing him as a highly adaptable and mentally robust shot‑stopper capable of thriving at the highest level. Shorunmu, who once held Nigeria’s clean-sheet records at AFCON, believes Nwabali has all the qualities required

Brentford midfielder Frank Onyeka described his latest campaign as “hectic” after featuring in a staggering 44 matches across club and country. The Nigeria international played 37 times for Brentford during the 2024–25 club season and added seven appearances for the Super Eagles, including fixtures in Ghana, Jamaica, and the Russia friendly on 6 June 2025.