Nigerian Football News

Nigerian-born sensation Chizaram “Chizzy” Ezenwata has etched his name into Chelsea’s youth history books after becoming the club’s all-time top scorer at U18 level with a stunning tally of 30 goals and 10 assists in the 2024/2025 season. Despite being only 16 and eligible for U16 football, Ezenwata has excelled across elite youth competitions including […]

Deportivo La Coruna forward Blessing Nkor has voiced her confidence in the Super Falcons’ ability to reclaim the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title in 2026. Speaking ahead of what will be her first appearance at the continental tournament, Nkor emphasised the team’s determination to bounce back from their disappointing fourth-place finish in the

Flying Eagles striker Kparobo Arierhi has been singled out by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) as one of the standout young players to watch at the ongoing 2025 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt. With Nigeria seeking to reclaim its status as a youth football powerhouse, Arierhi’s sharp eye for goal and composed

Osaze Urhoghide, former Celtic centre-back, celebrated his first Major League Soccer (MLS) goal as FC Dallas edged Inter Miami 4-3 in a thrilling contest on Sunday night. The 24 year old defender struck in the 64th minute, reacting swiftly after his initial header from a free kick was blocked. Pouncing on the loose ball inside

Remo Stars have captured their maiden Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) title with a thrilling 1-0 victory over Niger Tornadoes, delivering the perfect birthday present for club president, Chief Kunle Soname, who turned 59. In a pulsating encounter at Ikenne, it was Adedayo who scripted his name into club folklore by firing a spectacular strike

The vibrant energy of Germany’s Bundesliga has given Frank Onyeka a new lease of footballing life. The Super Eagles midfielder, currently on loan at SC Augsburg from Brentford, revealed his excitement over embracing a different playing environment, despite the team’s ongoing battle for consistency. While yet to open his goal account in Germany, Onyeka remains

Five senior players, including captain Alalibo Somiari, have officially parted ways with Enyimba FC following mutual contract terminations. Also exiting the club are Ezeh Chidera Collins, Nwaodu Chukwudi Justin, Onyemaechi Austin, and Onyirimba Odinaka. The decision comes amid frustrations over limited playing time under head coach Stanley Eguma. According to an internal source, the players

The 2025 Nationwide League One (NLO) Division One season began with fireworks in Uyo as Blessed Stars FC and FC ONE Rocket shared the spoils in an exciting 1–1 draw at the Uyo Township Stadium. Kicking off at 9:00 a.m., the match set an early benchmark for intensity and entertainment. Blessed Stars displayed silky passing

Teenage Nigerian defender Olamide Shakirat Oyinlola made an eye-catching debut for FK Žalgiris women’s team, helping them to a 2–0 away win against FK TransInvest in Lithuania’s A Lyga. The former Nigeria U17 international, who represented the country at the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup, stood tall throughout the match, delivering a performance that earned

Valencia manager Carlos Corberán has clarified that there are no club-imposed limitations regarding the playing time of Nigerian striker Umar Sadiq. On loan from Real Sociedad, Sadiq had raised eyebrows after being left on the bench for much of the recent 1–1 draw against Rayo Vallecano. The 27 year old made his impact felt regardless,