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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

Former England striker Alan Shearer has predicted that Tolu Arokodare’s Wolverhampton Wanderers will suffer defeat when they face Arsenal in the Premier League this weekend. Shearer, speaking on Sky Sports’ Premier League coverage, cited Arsenal’s recent attacking form and Wolves’ defensive vulnerabilities as key factors influencing his prediction. “Arsenal are in great shape, scoring goals

Bayer Leverkusen head coach Kasper Hjulmand has expressed disappointment that Nathan Tella was not included in Nigeria’s final 28-man squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Tella, 26, recently returned from a long spell out with injury and was expected by some to make the trip after earlier indications from Leverkusen sporting

Former Nigeria international Ifeanyi Udeze has expressed concerns about the Super Eagles’ final 28-man roster named for the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, describing aspects of the selection as “questionable.” The squad, announced on Thursday by head coach Eric Chelle, generated surprise in some quarters due to several high-profile omissions and unexpected

Former Chelsea midfielder Steve Sidwell has lavished praise on Samuel Chukwueze after the Nigerian winger’s performance for Fulham FC in their recent match against Crystal Palace. Chukwueze — who came on as a second-half substitute — impressed with the energy and inventiveness he injected into Fulham’s play. According to Sidwell, the former Villarreal man has