News - Football In Nigeria

Gabriel Osho Set for Bright Future as He Nears New AJ Auxerre Deal

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / March 19, 2025

Super Eagles defender Gabriel Osho is on the verge of securing his long-term future with AJ Auxerre, having reportedly reached an agreement to extend his stay with the French club. The 26 year old centre back, who joined Auxerre from Luton Town, originally signed a one year contract with an option for two more years. […]

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Coach Shakiru Biodun Giwa Joins Inter Lagos FC for NNL Second Stanza

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / March 19, 2025

Inter Lagos FC has strengthened its technical team by appointing Coach Shakiru Biodun Giwa for the second stanza of the Nigeria National League NNL season. Renowned for his tactical discipline and player development skills, Giwa has already begun working with the squad as he aims to enhance the club’s performances in the second half of

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Papa Daniel Vows to Prove Himself on Unexpected Super Eagles Debut

By Kelechi Abel / National Team News / March 19, 2025

Papa Daniel, a midfielder for Niger Tornadoes, has expressed his surprise and joy after being included in the Super Eagles squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Rwanda. Speaking to the NFF media team, Daniel admitted that his call up came as a shock: “I never expected it. I was just doing

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Tolu Arokodare Reveals Lifelong Dream to Wear Super Eagles Jersey

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / March 19, 2025

Tolu Arokodare, RKC Genk’s current top scorer, has expressed his joy and excitement at receiving a call-up to the Super Eagles, revealing that wearing the national team jersey has been a lifelong ambition. The 24 year old striker, born in FESTAC Town, Lagos, never played professionally in Nigeria before moving abroad in 2019. His journey

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Sparta Prague Punishes Victor Olatunji for Lateness with Squad Exclusion

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / March 18, 2025

Victor Olatunji, Nigerian striker for Sparta Prague, was left out of the squad during their recent 1-0 defeat to Slovan Liberec in the Chance League, not due to injury but as a result of disciplinary action. Head coach Lars Friis confirmed after the match that Olatunji’s omission was because he arrived late to training sessions.

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Eric Chelle Reads Riot Act to Super Eagles Ahead of Rwanda Clash

By Kelechi Abel / National Team News / March 18, 2025

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has made it clear that he is leaving no room for distractions or indiscipline ahead of Nigeria’s must-win 2026 World Cup qualifier against Rwanda. According to an exclusive report from SCORENigeria, the coach has issued strict directives to his backroom staff, banning all visitors from entering the team’s training

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Samson Obi Named NPFL Player of the Week After Stunning Winner

By Kelechi Abel / News / March 18, 2025

Samson Obi of Rivers United has been named the NPFL Player of the Week for Matchday 29 after scoring the decisive goal in their 2-1 away victory against El Kanemi Warriors. His strike not only earned the win but also handed El Kanemi their first home defeat in 687 days, with their last loss coming

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Igho Ogbu Reveals He Rejected Norway to Pursue Super Eagles Dream

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / March 18, 2025

Newly called up Super Eagles defender Igho Ogbu has revealed that he turned down an opportunity to play for Norway while at Lillestrom, choosing instead to wait for his chance with Nigeria’s national team. Ogbu, 25, had an outstanding 2022 season with the Norwegian club, which led to his record transfer to Slavia Praha in

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Super Eagles Striker Kayode Scores Against Former Club

By Kelechi Abel / News / March 17, 2025

Olanrewaju Kayode made a statement in the Turkish league by scoring a crucial goal for Esenler Erokspor in their 2-0 victory over his former club, Sanliurfaspor. The Nigerian forward, who previously played for Sanliurfaspor, sealed the win in the 50th minute, punishing his old team with a well-taken strike. The goal marks his fourth in

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NFF Begins Construction of Players’ Hostel and New Training Pitches

By Kelechi Abel / News / March 17, 2025

The Nigerian Football Federation NFF has commenced work on a significant infrastructural project, breaking ground for the construction of a Players’ Hostel and new training pitches at the MKO Abiola National Stadium in Abuja. The project, named the NFF-FIFA Players’ Hostel, will consist of a 68-room facility located near the NFF Secretariat. It will include

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