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Enyimba FC forward Edidiong Ezekiel has appealed to supporters to remain patient as the club prepares for the start of the Nigeria Premier Football League’s (NPFL) second stanza of the 2025/26 season. Ezekiel, a former Akwa United and Remo Stars striker, acknowledged that this season’s Enyimba squad is largely new, with many players still adapting […]

Algeria head coach Vladimir Petković has described his squad as “disappointed and devastated” following their 2–0 Africa Cup of Nations 2025 quarter-final loss to Nigeria’s Super Eagles in Marrakech. Petković acknowledged that his players had given their all in the tournament and were hurt by elimination, but stressed the need to keep their heads high

Super Eagles striker Paul Onuachu has emphasised that Nigeria’s squad is focused on approaching the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco one match at a time, despite strong performances in the tournament’s early stages. Speaking ahead of Nigeria’s Group C clash with Tunisia, Onuachu acknowledged the team’s ambition but stressed patience and focus. “We

Nigerian winger Deputy Echeta has set himself a lofty target of scoring over 50 goals in 2026, while also expressing strong confidence that the Super Eagles can go on to lift the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Echeta discussed his ambitions in an interview after helping Zakho SC draw 1–1 with Al Karkh

Super Eagles midfielder Tochukwu Nnadi has spoken emotionally about his first senior call-up to Nigeria’s squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, admitting the moment moved him to the brink of tears. The 22 year old, who has been in strong form for Belgian club Zulte Waregem, described his surprise inclusion in

Uche Ikpeazu has spoken out following Uganda’s 3-1 defeat to Nigeria’s Super Eagles in their final group match of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The result ended Uganda’s campaign, with the Cranes finishing at the bottom of Group C after a disappointing set of results in Morocco. Raphael Onyedika struck twice for the Super Eagles,

Rivers United’s interim boss Yemi Olanrewaju said fatigue played a major role in his side’s emphatic 4–1 defeat to Barau FC in a rescheduled Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) clash at Sani Abacha Stadium in Kano on Friday. Rivers, missing Finidi George, conceded four goals despite controlling large portions of the game, according to the

Former Super Eagles defender Leon Balogun has revealed that his experience representing Nigeria’s senior national team equipped him with the mental resilience needed to cope with the pressure and high expectations of playing for Rangers FC in Scotland. Balogun, now with Aris Limassol, explained that the intense demand for success from Nigerian fans and media

Hull City boss Sergej Jakirović has conceded that losing Super Eagles defender Semi Ajayi to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations squad presents a “big headache” for the club, underscoring the challenge of balancing club commitments with international duty. Ajayi a regular starter in Hull’s defensive line this season — is expected to play a

Blackburn Rovers defender Ryan Alebiosu has spoken of his joy after receiving his first Super Eagles invitation, describing the call-up as a moment of great pride and excitement. The 23 year old right-back was named in Nigeria’s final 28-man squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations by head coach Eric Chelle last week. Alebiosu