News - Football In Nigeria

Taye Taiwo Suggests Three Clubs for Lookman to Leave Atalanta

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / December 28, 2024

Former Super Eagles defender Taye Taiwo has advised Ademola Lookman to consider transferring to a more prominent club during the January transfer window. The Atalanta forward has been in scintillating form this season, tallying nine goals and four assists in just 14 matches, a contribution that has propelled the Italian side to the top of […]

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Brentford and Brighton Explore Kayode’s Availability

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / December 28, 2024

Premier League clubs Brighton &amp Hove Albion and Brentford have expressed interest in Fiorentina’s promising fullback, Michael Kayode, ahead of the January transfer window, according to reports from Sport Italia. The 20 year old, born in Borgomanero to Nigerian heritage, has seen his game time reduced this season, primarily serving as backup to Brazilian defender

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Igoh Ogbu: I’m Not in a Hurry to Play for Super Eagles

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / December 28, 2024

Slavia Prague defender Igoh Ogbu has expressed that while playing for Nigeria’s Super Eagles remains a dream, he is patient and waiting for the right time to represent the national team. Ogbu revealed that he had contact with the Nigeria Football Federation NFF in the past but chose to prioritize personal readiness and circumstances. “For

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John Junior Igbarumah Departs Sweden for Uzbekistan’s FC Sogdiana

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / December 27, 2024

Nigerian striker John Junior Igbarumah has left Swedish club Sandvikens IF to join FC Sogdiana in Uzbekistan. The 32 year old, who first joined Sandvikens in 2015 and returned in 2021 after a three season stint away, contributed eight goals and five assists in the Swedish Superettan last season. In an emotional farewell message posted

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Mikel Obi Reflects on 2013 AFCON Win as Career Highlight

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / December 26, 2024

Former Super Eagles captain Mikel Obi has described winning the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON with Nigeria as the pinnacle of his illustrious football career. The Super Eagles defeated Burkina Faso 1-0 in the final, with Mikel playing a crucial role throughout the tournament. Having won prestigious club titles, including the UEFA Champions League,

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Augustine Eguavoen on CHAN Eagles’ Path to Super Eagles Integration

By Kelechi Abel / National Team News / December 26, 2024

Super Eagles caretaker coach Augustine Eguavoen has expressed confidence that players from the CHAN Eagles can transition to the senior national team. Eguavoen believes that the 2024 CHAN tournament, delayed to February, will serve as a platform for showcasing talent from Nigeria’s domestic league. Speaking in an interview on Kennis FM Radio, Eguavoen stated, “Qualification

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Chuba Akpom Seeks Loan Move from Ajax to Reclaim Striker Role

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / December 26, 2024

Nigerian forward Chuba Akpom is reportedly seeking a loan move away from Ajax due to dissatisfaction with his current role at the Dutch club. According to Foot Mercato, Akpom, who was signed for €12.3 million from Middlesbrough in the summer of 2023, prefers playing as a striker but has often been utilized as an attacking

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Nkechi Obi Shares Gratitude and Optimism for Nigerian Women’s Football

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / December 26, 2024

Nkechi Obi, Chairperson of the Nigeria Women Football League NWFL, delivered an inspiring Christmas message, celebrating the league’s achievements in 2024 while expressing hope for the future of women’s football in Nigeria. “With love, unity, and hope as the core of Christmas, we draw parallels to the spirit that drives our league forward,” Obi said.

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Arsenal Eyeing Samuel Chukwueze as Saka Replacement

By Kelechi Abel / News / December 25, 2024

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

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Umar Sadiq Offered to La Liga Clubs Sevilla, Getafe, and Valencia

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / December 25, 2024

Super Eagles striker Umar Sadiq is reportedly seeking a move away from Real Sociedad in the upcoming January transfer window. According to Spanish outlet AS, his agent has initiated talks with Sevilla, Getafe, and Valencia to secure his exit. Sadiq, who joined Sociedad in 2022, has struggled for game time this season, with only two

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