Nigerian Football News

In an inspiring move for the future of local football, Femi Opabunmi, a luminary from Nigeria’s U17 national team, has put forward a compelling proposal aimed at nurturing the sport’s grassroots. Opabunmi, celebrated for his ascent through the ranks of youth football, advocates for a robust scouting initiative to uncover and cultivate the wealth of […]

The Nigerian national football team, the Super Eagles, is on the brink of welcoming a new era of young talents who are making significant strides in European football. With the 2026 FIFA World Cup on the horizon, three teenage sensations are poised to break into the Super Eagles squad, potentially transforming the team’s dynamics with

Maduka Okoye, the former leading goalkeeper for Nigeria’s senior national team, has expressed a strong desire to reclaim his position within the squad, following a standout performance as Udinese’s first choice goalkeeper in the Italian Serie A. Okoye’s recent accolades include being named in the team of the week after a match against Juventus, marking

In an exhilarating match that ended in a 2-2 draw at home, Sunday Ocheche, the highly regarded defender, netted his first goal in Spain, playing for Velez CF against Yelcano Deportivo. This goal was crucial for the Malaga based Velez, as they faced off against the league’s second placed team, securing an important point in

Christian Obodo, a former Nigerian international, has made a heartfelt plea for an end to the scapegoating and cyber bullying of athletes. This appeal comes in the wake of Sadiq Umar facing online harassment, prompting him to address the negative comments on Instagram. Obodo emphasizes the emotional toll such actions take on players, who, like

In a significant move to bolster their preparations for the upcoming All Africa Games, the Flying Eagles are set to engage in at least two high profile friendly matches in Ghana. The team, under the guidance of coach Ladan Bosso, is scheduled to depart for Ghana on March 1, with these crucial test games lined

In a remarkable showcase of talent and determination, three Nigerian football stars have been honoured with spots in the Confederation of African Football CAF Best XI for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON. The technical prowess and on-field achievements of Chelsea trained fullback Ola Aina, team captain William Troost-Ekong, and the versatile Ademola Lookman

Yusuf Abdullahi, the young prodigy from Kano Pillars, has embarked on a new chapter in his burgeoning football career, heading to Poland for trials after an unsuccessful stint at Norway’s top-tier club, Bodo/Glimt. The 18 year-old, who previously made waves in the Nigerian Professional Football League NPFL. Scoring five goals in a match against Gombe

Following Nigeria’s unsuccessful attempt to secure a fourth Africa Cup of Nations AFCON title, a wave of dissatisfaction has emerged among Super Eagles supporters, particularly targeting midfielder Alex Iwobi. The team’s defeat to the Ivory Coast’s Akwaba Elephants, with a scoreline of 1-2 at the Alassane Ouattara stadium in Abidjan, has sparked intense criticism from