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Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has been a standout performer for Fulham this season, thriving under the guidance of manager Marco Silva. Fulham’s strong campaign sees them sitting in eighth place after 19 matches, just two points behind Manchester City a remarkable achievement by their standards. Iwobi, formerly of Arsenal, has already contributed five goals […]

Former Genk striker Patrick Goots has commended Nigerian footballer Toluwalase Emmanuel Arokodare for his impressive form under coach Thorsten Fink. Genk currently leads the Belgian Pro League, with Arokodare contributing significantly to the team’s success. The towering striker has scored 13 goals and provided 4 assists in just 20 games this season, accounting for nearly

Fulham coach Marco Silva has praised Nigerian international Alex Iwobi ahead of the Premier League clash against Bournemouth at Craven Cottage. Iwobi has showcased his versatility this season, excelling in various positions, including central midfield, left and right midfield, and as a winger on both flanks. The Hale End Academy graduate is enjoying his best

Former Super Eagles defender Taye Taiwo has advised Ademola Lookman to consider transferring to a more prominent club during the January transfer window. The Atalanta forward has been in scintillating form this season, tallying nine goals and four assists in just 14 matches, a contribution that has propelled the Italian side to the top of

Slavia Prague defender Igoh Ogbu has expressed that while playing for Nigeria’s Super Eagles remains a dream, he is patient and waiting for the right time to represent the national team. Ogbu revealed that he had contact with the Nigeria Football Federation NFF in the past but chose to prioritize personal readiness and circumstances. “For

Former Super Eagles captain Mikel Obi has described winning the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON with Nigeria as the pinnacle of his illustrious football career. The Super Eagles defeated Burkina Faso 1-0 in the final, with Mikel playing a crucial role throughout the tournament. Having won prestigious club titles, including the UEFA Champions League,

Nkechi Obi, Chairperson of the Nigeria Women Football League NWFL, delivered an inspiring Christmas message, celebrating the league’s achievements in 2024 while expressing hope for the future of women’s football in Nigeria. “With love, unity, and hope as the core of Christmas, we draw parallels to the spirit that drives our league forward,” Obi said.

Former Italy midfielder Roberto Rambaudi has suggested that Lazio coach Marco Baroni deploy Nigerian midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru in a pivotal role during their upcoming Serie A clash with Atalanta. Dele-Bashiru, who joined Lazio from Hatayspor in the summer, has shown glimpses of brilliance in the UEFA Europa League but has struggled for consistent starts in

Nigerian football legend Mikel Obi has spoken about Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk’s reported failed drug test, a situation that has sparked widespread discussion on social media. Mudryk, who has struggled to secure a consistent spot in Chelsea’s starting lineup, now faces increased scrutiny over the allegations. Reflecting on his own experiences, Mikel stressed the importance

Former Super Eagles star Obafemi Martins, popularly known as “Obagoal,” has expressed his heartfelt desire for his son, Kevin Maussi Martins, to play for Nigeria. Speaking at an event in Marrakech, the ex-Inter Milan striker reminisced about Nigeria’s football glory days and highlighted his pride in his son’s potential. Reflecting on the past, Martins said,