News - Football In Nigeria

Agali Advocates for ‘Senegal’ Approach in Nigerian Football

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / July 10, 2024

Former Nigerian international, Victor Agali, has recommended adopting a strategy similar to Senegal’s for advancing Nigerian football. Agali highlighted the recent appointment of Sone Aluko as the first team coach for Ipswich Town, arguing that Nigerian coaches shouldn’t have to seek jobs abroad first, as foreign countries typically favour their nationals. Agali emphasized that Nigeria […]

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New Super Eagles Coach Announcement Imminent

By Kelechi Abel / National Team News / July 9, 2024

A new coach for the Super Eagles is set to be announced soon, following interviews with shortlisted foreign candidates. According to sources, the Nigerian Football Federation NFF President and the Sports Minister recently visited London regarding this appointment. The selection process included virtual interviews with NFF technical committee Vice Chairman Felix Anyansi Agwu, technical director

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Super Falcons Midfielder Echegini Announces Departure From Juventus

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / July 9, 2024

Jennifer Echegini has announced her departure from Italian club Juventus after a six month stint. The Nigerian international joined the Turin-based club in January and made an immediate impact. On social media, Echegini expressed her gratitude for her time at Juventus, highlighting the growth and learning she experienced during her stay. I wanted to take

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Philip Otele Excited to Sign for New Club

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / July 9, 2024

Philip Otele has expressed his excitement after transferring to Abu Dhabi club Al Wahda from CFR Cluj of Romania. The 25 year old winger was acquired by the UAE club for €3.5 million. Otele is looking forward to the challenges and competitions at his new club. I am extremely happy and excited for the upcoming

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Enoh Confident of Good Outing in Paris

By Kelechi Abel / News / July 8, 2024

The Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, has expressed confidence in Nigeria’s prospects at the upcoming Olympic Games in Paris. Nigeria will be represented by 82 athletes across various sports. Enoh emphasized that he is well informed about the preparations in different camps. Different sports are already embarking on the foreign leg of

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Super Falcons Star Reveals Olympics Heartbreak

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / July 8, 2024

Ashleigh Plumptre has expressed her heartbreak over missing the Paris 2024 Olympics with the Super Falcons due to an injury. The defender, who has been sidelined for much of the year while playing for Al Ittihad women, underwent surgery in late April and has not yet fully recovered. Plumptre shared that playing at the Olympics

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Onyemaechi Playing for the Super Eagles Comes with Intense Pressure

By Kelechi Abel / National Team News / July 7, 2024

Super Eagles midfielder Bruno Onyemaechi highlighted the immense pressure and expectations that come with wearing the Nigeria jersey. In an interview with EaglesTracker, the Boavista defender mentioned that the pressure from fans and the need to win every match can be overwhelming. Onyemaechi shared that even though he plays in Portugal, the pressure from representing

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Golden Eaglets Eligible Forward Signs New Deal with Tottenham Hotspur

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / July 6, 2024

Tottenham Hotspur has announced the new intake of academy scholars for the 2024-2025 season, which includes Miracle Adewole, a forward eligible for the Golden Eaglets. Adewole has signed a two year scholarship with Tottenham and has been promoted to the U18 squad full-time as of July 1, 2024. Adewole, along with twelve other promising players,

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Adekoya Signs Pro Deal with Stoke City, Okagbue Departs for Walsall

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / July 5, 2024

Championship club Stoke City has announced that Anglo Nigerian winger Dean Adekoya has signed his first professional contract. Adekoya is one of six youngsters who turned professional at a special event at the bet365 Stadium, alongside Josh Bickerton, Jake Griffin, Christy Grogan, Jaden Mears, and Will Smith. Adekoya, who joined Stoke City at the U14

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NFF President, Sports Minister in London to Hire Super Eagles Coach

By Kelechi Abel / National Team News / July 5, 2024

Speculations are circulating that the NFF President, Ibrahim Gusau, and Sports Minister, John Enoh, are currently in London to meet with potential foreign coaches for the Super Eagles. Reports indicate that Gusau left Abuja for London on Monday, and Enoh has also made his way to the English capital. The exact purpose of their visit

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