Nigerian Football News

Ademola Lookman will lead Atalanta BC in their Italian Supercoppa semifinal clash against Serie A leaders Inter Milan tonight in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The match, scheduled for an 8:00 PM kickoff, marks Atalanta’s first game of the new year. The Nigerian forward, who was named African Player of the Year, has been pivotal for Atalanta […]

Arsenal are reportedly considering Nigerian winger Samuel Chukwueze as a short term solution to cover for Bukayo Saka, who is sidelined with a hamstring injury. Saka sustained the injury during Arsenal’s recent Premier League victory over Crystal Palace and is expected to be out for several weeks, with his return timeline ranging from February to

As the year 2024 draws to a close, Tijani Babangida, President of the Professional Footballers Association of Nigeria PFAN, has called for harmony among various players’ unions in the country. Babangida emphasized the importance of presenting a unified front to effectively advocate for the rights and interests of Nigerian footballers. “It is high time we

AS Monaco’s Nigerian-born forward, George Ilenikhena, commended the outstanding performance of L’Union Saint-Jean FC goalkeeper Fawzi Rabyi during their Coupe de France clash on Sunday at the Stadium de Toulouse. Monaco secured a 4-1 win, but Rabyi’s impressive saves, including denying two penalties, made the game far from straightforward for the Ligue 1 side. Ilenikhena,

Fenerbahçe right back Bright Osayi-Samuel has sparked transfer speculation after being spotted in the stands during Crystal Palace’s Premier League match against Arsenal at Selhurst Park. The Nigerian international’s presence comes amid ongoing rumours of a potential move to the English club. Osayi-Samuel, who started his career at Blackpool, has been linked to Crystal Palace

Nigerian strikers Rume Akporoh and Francis Ayuba scored as Mozambican champions Black Bulls defeated Enyimba 3-0 in a CAF Confederation Cup Group C match. The loss leaves Enyimba at the bottom of the group with just one point, while Black Bulls, along with Egyptian clubs Zamalek and Al Masry, have four points midway through the

The CHAN Eagles, Nigeria’s home based national team, secured an emphatic 5-0 victory over Kazam FA in a test match held in Ikenne as part of their preparation for the 2025 CHAN playoff. Demonstrating their attacking prowess, five different players found the back of the net in a dominant performance. Emmanuel Ogbole opened the scoring

It was a stellar weekend for Nigerian footballers across Europe, with impressive performances and milestones. Moses Simon stole the spotlight in France, scoring a stunning solo goal for Nantes against Rennes. Simon weaved past three defenders before unleashing an unstoppable strike, bringing his tally to four goals and four assists in 13 Ligue 1 matches.

On December 3, the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, Ambassador Paul Maduakor, President of the Nigeria Amputee Football Federation, delivered a powerful message encouraging inclusivity and empowerment for athletes with disabilities. The day’s theme, “Amplifying the Leadership of Persons with Disabilities for an Inclusive and Sustainable Future,” resonated deeply with his advocacy efforts. Maduakor,

Nigeria’s Home Based Eagles are gearing up for a crucial 2025 African Nations Championship CHAN Qualifier against their fierce rivals, Ghana. With a spot in the tournament at stake, several strategic areas must be prioritised to secure victory. Preventing Early Goals: A solid start is imperative to avoid conceding early, which can destabilise the team’s