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Enyimba midfielder Michael Odey has spoken ahead of Sunday’s Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) clash against Wikki Tourists, describing a mix of excitement and caution as his side aims to maintain momentum. Odey, who has been instrumental in Enyimba’s midfield this season, emphasized the importance of focus against a Wikki side known for their counter-attacking […]

Ashleigh Plumptre, the Nigeria international and defender for Al Ittihad Ladies, has committed her future to the Saudi Women’s Premier League side by signing a contract extension, describing her decision to relocate to Saudi Arabia as “the best decision of my career”. The 26 year old signed for Al Ittihad in 2023 after leaving Leicester

Chiamaka Nnadozie, the Nigerian goalkeeper who recently signed for Brighton & Hove Albion Women in the English Women’s Super League, has made it clear that her main objective at the club is to win trophies. The 24 year old arrived from Paris FC this summer, and she said that when she moved to France she

Alex Iwobi has moved swiftly to clarify his recent online post, insisting he never criticised the accommodation of the Super Eagles while in camp in Rabat ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying playoff against Gabon Panthers. The Fulham midfielder posted a clip of the team hotel early this week, which sparked criticism and

Calvin Bassey, the Nigerian international and defender for Fulham F.C., has acknowledged that Everton F.C. made the game physically demanding during their 2-0 defeat at Goodison Park. Despite suffering a knock in the first half, Bassey completed the full 90 minutes and confirmed he was fit to continue playing. “I just got a little knock

Sean Dyche, manager of Nottingham Forest, says Taiwo Awoniyi requires “quality crosses” into the box to unlock his full goal-scoring potential. Speaking with Nottinghamshire Live, Dyche emphasised that Awoniyi’s style is distinct from his fellow strikers at the club. “Taiwo is slightly different. He can hold it up and get it in the box, but

Super Falcons forward Esther Okoronkwo has pledged that Nigeria will defend its continental title as she celebrates her nomination for the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Women’s Player of the Year award. Okoronkwo, who was integral to Nigeria clinching their 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) crown, was named among the finalists for the

Ahead of the critical UEFA Champions League match, Ajax head coach John Heitinga has openly acknowledged the threat posed by Nigeria’s Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen and pledged that his team will do everything within their power to neutralise him. According to reports, Heitinga described Osimhen as “a fantastic striker smart, strong and fast,” and

Michelle Alozie, the defender for the Super Falcons of Nigeria and the Houston Dash in the US, has spoken openly about her ambition to deepen her connection with Nigerian culture following her decision to represent the country internationally. Born and raised in the United States to Nigerian parents, Alozie revealed that although she grew up

Veteran midfielder Alex Iwobi has expressed firm belief that the Super Eagles of Nigeria have what it takes to secure a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup finals. Speaking ahead of Nigeria’s play-off tie with Gabon National Football Team in Rabat on 13 November, Iwobi reflected on the team’s recovery from a difficult qualifying