News - Football In Nigeria

Kayode Olanrewaju joins new Turkish club

By Kelechi / Transfer News / January 17, 2025

Nigerian forward Kayode Olanrewaju has completed a move to Turkish TFF Lig club Erokspor from Sanliurfa Spor Kulubu. The 31 year old striker joined Sanliurfa Spor last summer and made a strong impression, scoring seven goals in 15 league appearances. Erokspor, currently fourth in the league standings with 30 points from 19 matches, is pushing

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Boavista firm on Super Eagles defender Onyemaechi’s sale to Trabzonspor

By Kelechi / Transfer News / January 16, 2025

Boavista’s Nigerian defender, Bruno Onyemaechi, is at the centre of a potential transfer to Trabzonspor, with negotiations reportedly stalled due to financial disagreements. The Liga Portugal club has accepted Trabzonspor’s €2.5 million offer but insists on upfront payment, while the Turkish side prefers to pay in instalments. Onyemaechi, 25, has been a standout performer this

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Noah Atubolu addresses racism in German football

By Kelechi / Interviews / January 16, 2025

Noah Atubolu, the 22 year old first choice goalkeeper for SC Freiburg, has opened up about the racism he has encountered throughout his football career due to his Nigerian heritage. Born in Freiburg to Nigerian parents, Atubolu has represented Germany at various youth levels and was honoured with the Fritz Walter Medal U19 Bronze in

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Best Talent FC names ex-Super Eagles keeper Femi Thomas as trainer

By Kelechi / Transfer News / January 16, 2025

Best Talent Football Club of Mowe has announced the appointment of former Super Eagles goalkeeper Femi Thomas as their new goalkeeper’s trainer. The appointment was unveiled in a ceremony attended by club officials, including General Manager Ibrahim Sikiru SK, Team Director Emmanuel Adeniyi, and former Super Eagles midfielder Yusuf Ayila. Thomas, renowned for his stellar

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FC Basel agree to sign Nigerian winger Otele from Al Wahda

By Kelechi / Transfer News / January 14, 2025

FC Basel of Switzerland have reached an agreement with UAE club Al Wahda to secure Nigerian winger Philip Otele. Renowned transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed the deal on social media, stating, “Exclusive: FC Basel have agreed a deal to sign 25 year old Nigerian winger Philip Otele from Al Wahda. Loan with an option to

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West Ham in talks with Forest for Awoniyi

By Kelechi / Transfer News / January 14, 2025

West Ham United are exploring the possibility of signing Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi, as the club seeks to bolster its attacking options amid a series of injuries. Key forwards Michail Antonio, Jarrod Bowen, and Niclas Füllkrug are currently sidelined, heightening the need for reinforcements. The London club is reportedly considering a loan deal for

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Chiamaka Okwuchukwu Joins San Diego Wave FC

By Kelechi / Transfer News / January 14, 2025

San Diego Wave FC has announced the signing of Nigerian striker Chiamaka Okwuchukwu from Rivers Angels FC of the Nigerian Women’s Premier League. The 19 year old forward has inked a one year deal for the 2025 season, adding to the Wave’s roster of talented international players. Okwuchukwu, the reigning Confederation of African Football Young

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Eric Chelle Officially Unveiled as Super Eagles Head Coach

By Kelechi / National Team News / January 13, 2025

The Nigeria Football Federation NFF has formally introduced Eric Sekou Chelle as the new head coach of the Super Eagles. The 47 year old Franco Malian coach was unveiled during a ceremony at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja on Monday. With a strong coaching record, Chelle previously guided the Mali national team to

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New Super Eagles Coach Eric Chelle Arrives in Abuja with Assistants

By Kelechi / National Team News / January 12, 2025

Eric Chelle, the newly appointed coach of Nigeria’s Super Eagles, has landed in Abuja alongside his three trusted assistants. The 47 year old will be officially unveiled in a presentation scheduled for tomorrow. His primary mandate is to steer the Super Eagles to qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Nigeria faces an uphill battle

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CHAN Eagles Bolster Squad with Four New Players

By Kelechi / News / January 12, 2025

Coach Daniel Ogunmodede has added four new players to the CHAN Eagles training camp in Ikenne as the team intensifies preparations for next month’s African Nations Championship CHAN in East Africa. Among the new additions is former Flying Eagles fullback Augustine Njoku, who plays for Abia Warriors. The newly invited players are expected to join

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