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Nigeria Football Federation’s Technical Director, Augustine Eguavoen, has defended the selection of Papa Daniel Mustapha in the Super Eagles squad for the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe. Eguavoen revealed that the decision to include the midfielder was based on extensive scouting by himself, head coach Eric Chelle, and several Nigeria Professional […]

Tolu Arokodare, the KRC Genk striker, has admitted that despite his impressive goal scoring form this season, he still needs to work on his professionalism to reach the highest level of his career. Despite his success, Arokodare believes there is still room for improvement, particularly in his off-field discipline and focus. “Although I am certainly

Atalanta coach Gian Piero Gasperini has confirmed that his relationship with Ademola Lookman has been restored after a recent rift following the player’s missed penalty in a UEFA Champions League tie. Gasperini had publicly criticized Lookman for the wasted opportunity, which led to disappointment on both sides and required intervention from the club’s management. However,

Former Flamingos head coach, Bala Nikiyu, has expressed concerns about Nigeria’s U17 women’s national team, stating that they will need a combination of good preparation and luck to secure victory against South Africa’s Bantwana in the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup qualifier this weekend. While South Africa has enjoyed an extended training camp, the Flamingos

Galatasaray icon Tanju Çolak has praised Victor Osimhen, stating that without the Nigerian striker’s contributions, the club would likely be in fifth place in the Turkish Süper Lig rather than leading the table. Since joining Galatasaray on loan last summer, Osimhen has been a transformational figure for the club. The 26 year old Nigerian international

Former Crystal Palace striker Clinton Morrison has advised Taiwo Awoniyi to refine his game-reading skills if he hopes to reach the level of his Nottingham Forest teammate, Chris Wood. Speaking on BBC Radio 5 Live while analyzing Forest’s FA Cup win over Ipswich Town, Morrison highlighted the differences between the two strikers. Taiwo Awoniyi doesn’t

As Mother’s Day on March 30 draws closer, Atletico Madrid Feminino forward Rasheedat Ajibade reflects on one of the most unforgettable moments of her life her Mother’s Day surprise in 2023. On May 8, 2023, Ajibade’s club arranged an unexpected reunion, flying her mother from Nigeria to Spain for an all expenses paid surprise visit.

Luton Town pundit Simon Mills has openly criticized the club’s recruitment strategy, particularly the signing of Nigerian winger Victor Moses, labeling it a “risky decision” due to his history of injuries. Moses, who joined Luton on a free transfer from Spartak Moscow last summer, has made 18 league appearances and scored one goal. However, he

Turkish football commentator Ertem Şener has criticized Galatasaray manager Okan Buruk for his decision to start Victor Osimhen on the bench in the club’s goalless draw against Konyaspor in the Turkish Cup. Osimhen, who has been in fine form since his loan move from Napoli, was introduced in the second half but was unable to

Former Chelsea midfielder John Mikel Obi has publicly defended José Mourinho against recent accusations of racism, dismissing them as “a joke” and “baseless.” Speaking on his Obi One Podcast, Mikel, who played under Mourinho at Chelsea, rejected the claims, insisting that the Portuguese manager has always treated players equally. “For them to label our African