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FC Nantes' unseen leader faces new challenges after captaincy snub

FC Nantes’ unseen leader faces new challenges after captaincy snub

Moses Simon, the dynamic Nigerian winger for FC Nantes, has been a key player for the team since joining in 2019. Known for his speed, skill, and work ethic, Simon has consistently been one of Nantes’ standout performers. However, despite his contributions, Simon was recently overlooked for the team captaincy, with coach Antoine Kombouaré opting […]

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Host Inter D’Abidjan's stunning comeback, Edo Queens advance in WAFU B

Host Inter D’Abidjan’s stunning comeback, Edo Queens advance in WAFU B

Edo Queens of Nigeria have advanced to the semi finals of the CAF Women’s Champions League WAFU B Qualifier, where they will face host team Inter D’Abidjan. Inter D’Abidjan secured their spot in the semi finals with a stunning 4-2 comeback win against Togo’s AS Kozah in their final group match in Bouaké. Despite trailing

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Shooting Stars Captain Samson Malomo signs with Albanian club KF Bylis

Shooting Stars Captain Samson Malomo signs with Albanian club KF Bylis

Samson Malomo, the captain and key midfielder of Shooting Stars, has officially signed with Albanian club KF Bylis, marking a significant move in his football career. This transition to European football comes after Malomo’s contract with Shooting Stars expired at the end of the 2023-24 season. Malomo played a crucial role in the Shooting Stars’

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Transfer linked Onuachu omitted from Premier League opener

Transfer linked Onuachu omitted from Premier League opener

Paul Onuachu’s future remains uncertain after he was left out of Southampton’s squad for their Premier League opener against Newcastle United. This omission comes amid renewed interest from Turkish club Trabzonspor, who are reportedly in talks to sign the towering striker. Southampton is open to selling the 30 year old permanently after his loan spell

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Peter excited for UEFA Champions League playoff vs Norwegian champions

Peter excited for UEFA Champions League playoff vs Norwegian champions

Peter Olayinka, the Nigerian forward playing for Red Star Belgrade, is optimistic ahead of the UEFA Champions League playoff match against Norwegian champions Bodo/Glimt. Olayinka, who scored twice in Red Star’s 4-1 victory over Čukarički in the third qualifying round, expressed confidence in his team’s ability to secure a spot in the group stage of

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Chelsea loan Nigerian midfielder to Southampton confirmed

Chelsea loan Nigerian midfielder to Southampton confirmed

Chelsea has officially confirmed that French-Nigerian midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu has completed a season long loan move to Southampton. The 20 year old midfielder joined Chelsea last summer from Rennes but only managed to make 15 appearances across all competitions. With limited chances for game time this season, Chelsea decided to send Ugochukwu on loan to

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Chelsea, Man Utd Face Setback in Pursuit of CB Likened to Beckenbauer

Chelsea, Man Utd Face Setback in Pursuit of CB Likened to Beckenbauer

Manchester United and Chelsea have faced a setback in their quest to sign David Odogu, the Nigerian born centre back who has been compared to the legendary Franz Beckenbauer by Nigerian football great Segun Odegbami. Odogu, a key player in Germany’s 2023 FIFA U17 World Cup winning team, recently signed a long term contract with

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Mikel Opens Up Rio Olympics Hell Caused by Corrupt NFF

Mikel Opens Up Rio Olympics Hell Caused by Corrupt NFF

Mikel Obi has revealed the challenges he faced due to corruption within the Nigerian Football Federation NFF during the Rio 2016 Olympics, where he captained Nigeria to a bronze medal. In a candid discussion on his “ObiOne Podcast,” Mikel shared the struggles he encountered, including the NFF’s failure to organise flights for the team to

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Eguavoen On Standby to Coach Super Eagles for Benin, Rwanda Clash

Eguavoen On Standby to Coach Super Eagles for Benin, Rwanda Clash

Augustine Eguavoen, the current Technical Director of the Nigeria Football Federation NFF, may step in as the interim coach for the Super Eagles during their upcoming Africa Cup of Nations AFCON 2025 qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda. With no permanent coach appointed since Finidi George’s departure, Eguavoen has been placed on standby to monitor

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