Interviews

Paul Aigbogun, the former assistant technical director of the Nigerian Football Federation NFF and ex Enyimba coach, has shared his insights into the ongoing debate surrounding the coaching position of the Super Eagles. Aigbogun clarified that he has not applied for the head coach role, citing timing and personal considerations as his reasons. No, I […]

Sporting Lagos’ head coach, Paul Offor, couldn’t hide his joy following his team’s emphatic 4-1 victory over their zonal rivals, Remo Stars, at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena. The win, which Offor described as a result of the team’s hard work and dedication, has left him and the fans overjoyed. Excited. I’m very happy about the

Vincent Enyeama, the celebrated former goalkeeper for the Nigerian national team, has openly declared his interest in joining the Super Eagles’ coaching staff, should the opportunity arise. The 41 year old, who retired unexpectedly in 2015 after surpassing 100 caps, shared his thoughts during an interview with Lagos Talk, highlighting his readiness to contribute his

Nedum Onuoha, the ex Manchester City defender, has praised Arsenal for their exceptional performance in the Premier League, especially after their recent 6-0 triumph over Sheffield United. This victory marked a historic moment for Arsenal, making them the first team in the English Football League to secure three consecutive away wins with a minimum five

Victor Ikepba, a celebrated figure in Nigerian football, has recently lauded the 2023 African Cup of Nations AFCON as one of the most memorable tournaments to date. At 50, Ikepba praised the unparalleled dedication and resilience displayed by the teams involved. The tournament was marked by unexpected outcomes, making it a historic event in the

George Boateng, the former Dutch midfielder, recently shared his thoughts on the overwhelming media attention Austin Okocha received before the 2004 League Cup final between Middlesbrough and Bolton Wanderers. Okocha, who had joined Bolton from PSG on a free transfer after the 2002 FIFA World Cup, quickly became the team’s captain and standout player. His

In a surprising turn of events, Fulham’s midfield dynamo, Alex Iwobi, expressed his astonishment upon learning that Liverpool’s Curtis Jones could potentially don the Super Eagles’ jersey. This revelation came to light during a casual conversation captured in a widely circulated social media video. Iwobi, a key figure in Nigeria’s recent African Cup of Nations

Former Super Eagles coach, Sunday Oliseh, has expressed his admiration for Chelsea’s defensive performance in the first half of their 1-1 draw against Manchester City. The match, which took place on Saturday evening at the Etihad Stadium, saw Chelsea, despite being the underdogs, holding their own against the reigning champions. Chelsea had not secured a

In a recent dialogue with FIVE, hosted by Rio Ferdinand, the esteemed Portuguese tactician, Jose Mourinho, opened up about his experiences working with African footballers throughout his illustrious coaching career. Mourinho, who has managed top clubs including Chelsea, Manchester United, and Tottenham Hotspur, reminisced about his time with African talents like John Obi Mikel, Victor

The journey of the Super Eagles to becoming an international football brand is filled with numerous battles, one of which was led by former captain Sunday Oliseh to ensure fairness and unity within the team. Despite Nigeria’s rich football history, including three AFCON victories, the internal struggles and sacrifices of its players often remain unseen.