Nigerian Football News

Maureen Madu, a celebrated former international, has voiced her strong opinion against the inclusion of more home based players in the Super Falcons squad for the upcoming 2024 Paris Olympics. Madu emphasized that the national team should consist of the finest and fittest players, irrespective of their playing base, as Nigeria faces formidable opponents such […]

The Nigeria National League NNL, facing financial challenges, is actively soliciting support from the corporate sector to bolster the quality and competitiveness of the country’s second tier football league. George Aluo, the NNL Chairman, stressed the crucial need for corporate sponsorship, drawing parallels to the support the Nigerian Professional Football League NPFL receives from GTI.

Stanley Eguma, the head coach of Rivers United, pinpointed the team’s inability to capitalize on their chances as the primary reason for their exit from the CAF Confederation Cup. Despite a commendable 1-0 win in Nigeria, Rivers United’s journey ended with a 3-1 aggregate loss to USMA of Algeria. Reflecting on the crucial first leg

The Super Falcons’ training camp in Abuja is bustling with activity and high spirits as key players have joined the squad in preparation for the pivotal 2024 Paris Olympics playoff against South Africa. The camp has seen the arrival of notable figures including goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie, Juventus’ in form midfielder Jennifer Echegini, and World Cup

In a closely contested CAF Confederation Cup quarter final first leg, Rivers United edged out USM Alger with a 1-0 win at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo. The pivotal moment came early in the 10th minute when Augustine Ojejepha netted the only goal of the match, setting the tone for what was a

Former international Emeka Ezeugo has expressed scepticism about the Super Eagles’ chances of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup, regardless of whether the team is led by a foreign or local coach. Ezeugo, known for his critical stance towards the Nigeria Football Federation NFF, attributes his prediction to ongoing corruption within the NFF and the

Atalanta’s forward, Ademola Lookman, has openly expressed his frustration over being relegated to the bench during the Super Eagles’ recent friendlies against Ghana and Mali, despite his standout performance at the African Cup of Nations AFCON last month. Lookman, who emerged as the Super Eagles’ top scorer at the AFCON with three goals, alongside tournament

The Super Eagles of Nigeria faced a setback in their second friendly match in Morocco, succumbing to a 0-2 loss against the Malian Eagles. This defeat comes just four days after Nigeria celebrated a 1-2 victory over Ghana at the same venue. The match saw Atalanta’s forward, El Bilal Touré, capitalize on a defensive error

Bendel Insurance, a prominent team in the Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL, has publicly lauded their former star, Benjamin Tanimu, following his debut with the Nigerian national team, the Super Eagles. Tanimu’s inaugural appearance came during the Super Eagles’ recent friendly match against the Black Stars of Ghana. At just 21 years old, Tanimu showcased