Interviews

Nottingham Forest fullback Ola Aina has identified Nantes winger Moses Simon as the most challenging player to defend against within the Super Eagles squad. In a recent appearance on the Counter Attack podcast, Aina highlighted Simon’s exceptional speed and quickness, describing him as so sharp off the mark. While Aina noted that Simon’s style may […]

Sixteen year old Nigerian winger Aishat Animashaun, a standout player for the Flamingos at the U17 Women’s World Cup, dreams of playing for Chelsea. Hailing from Abia State and currently playing for Nigeria’s local club Ninja Ratels, Animashaun made significant contributions during the tournament, including an assist in a 4-0 win over Ecuador. Reflecting on

Fulham manager Marco Silva has praised Nigerian defender Calvin Bassey’s potential, expressing confidence in the 23 year old’s capability to become a top tier centre back. Bassey joined Fulham from Ajax Amsterdam in the summer of 2023 and has since made a solid impression, amassing 40 appearances for the club. Last season, he was instrumental

Former Sports Minister Solomon Dalung has called on President Bola Tinubu to establish a Presidential Task Force PTF to help the Super Eagles secure qualification for the 2026 World Cup. Speaking in a radio interview, Dalung stressed that Nigeria’s chances of qualifying are slim and would require extraordinary measures to overcome the current challenges. Dalung

Chief Donatus Agu Ejidike, Nigeria’s Pillar of Sports, has congratulated Chief Alloy Chukwuemeka, the Director of Football at ABS Ilorin Football Club, for obtaining a Master’s degree in Peace and Strategic Studies from the University of Ilorin. In a letter from the Office of Nigeria’s Pillar of Sports, signed by Chairman Prince Ajide Olayioye, Agu

Club Brugge legend Marc Degryse has shared his thoughts on Super Eagles midfielder Raphael Onyedika’s angry reaction to being substituted during Club Brugge’s 2-1 victory over KVC Westerlo. Onyedika, who had been suspended in the previous match due to a red card, returned to the starting lineup and made an early impact by assisting the

AC Milan coach Paulo Fonseca has addressed the possibility of Super Eagles forward Samuel Chukwueze playing alongside Christian Pulisic. Since joining AC Milan, Chukwueze has largely been overshadowed by Pulisic, who has had a brilliant run at the club. Although Chukwueze had a strong pre season and started in two of the first three Serie

Nigerian U17 women’s national team defender Jumai Adebayo has named Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk as her role model ahead of the 2024 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup opener. Adebayo, who played a crucial role as a centre back in the Flamingos’ qualification campaign, will be looking to bring the same level of defensive strength

Gbenga Ogunbote, head coach of Shooting Stars Sports Club 3SC of Ibadan, has expressed concerns over his team’s struggle with scoring, following a goalless draw against Enyimba FC at the Lekan Salami Stadium. Ogunbote, known as The Oracle, noted that despite a dominant performance, 3SC failed to convert their chances, citing the need for the

Super Eagles veteran Moses Simon has assured fans that the team is fully prepared, both mentally and physically, for their upcoming AFCON qualifier against Libya in Benina on Tuesday. After a hard fought 1-0 victory in Uyo last Friday, where Fisayo Dele Bashiru broke the deadlock just minutes before the final whistle, the Nigerian team