News - Football In Nigeria

Chelsea Eyes Osimhen, Considers Lukaku Plus €90M Swap Deal

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / May 5, 2024

Chelsea is poised to ignite the bidding war for Victor Osimhen with an enticing proposal to Napoli. The offer includes Romelu Lukaku, an emerging talent, and a cash consideration ranging from 80 to 90 million Euros. Renowned transfer expert Gianluca Di Marzio reports that this is Chelsea’s initial approach in their quest to secure Osimhen. […]

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Arsenal Honors Nigerian Teen Killed in London Sword Attack

By Kelechi Abel / News / May 5, 2024

During a heartfelt match at the Emirates Stadium, Arsenal commemorated the life of Daniel Anjorin, a Nigerian teenager tragically lost to a sword attack in London. Fourteen year old Anjorin, a dedicated Arsenal supporter, succumbed to his injuries in hospital after the assault while en route to school in Hainault, East London. The solemn tribute

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Bayern’s Musiala Discusses His Nigerian Heritage

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / May 4, 2024

Jamal Musiala, the Bayern Munich standout midfielder, recently shared insights into his Nigerian heritage. During an appearance on the popular YouTube food show ‘How hungry are you’ hosted by Serge Ibaka, Musiala expressed equal love for his fatherland, Nigeria, and his maternal roots in Germany. Raised in England, he has yet to visit Africa but

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Crisis Hits Golden Eaglets as Majority Fail MRI Age Test

By Kelechi Abel / News / May 3, 2024

The Nigerian U17 national football team, the Golden Eaglets, faces a significant challenge as they prepare to defend their title at the WAFU B U17 championship. A considerable portion of the first team has failed the mandatory Magnetic Resonance Imaging MRI age test, putting their participation in jeopardy. With the deadline to submit the final

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Benjamin Frederick Poised for Super Eagles Debut in Crucial Qualifiers

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / May 2, 2024

The new head coach of the Super Eagles, Finidi George, is set to welcome young star Benjamin Frederick into the fold for the upcoming critical World Cup qualifiers against South Africa and Benin. At just 18 years old, Frederick has already made headlines with his recent signing to Premier League club Brentford, following an impressive

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Finidi George Targets World Cup Qualification, Home Player Inclusion

By Kelechi Abel / National Team News / April 30, 2024

Finidi George, the newly appointed coach of Nigeria’s Super Eagles, has been tasked with two critical objectives securing qualification for the 2026 World Cup and integrating more home based players into the national team. Nigeria currently stands third in their qualifying group after drawing with Lesotho and Zimbabwe in November. With crucial matches approaching, the

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Tottenham Hotspur Advances Talks for Nigerian Defender Tosin Adarabioyo

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / April 30, 2024

Tottenham Hotspur is actively pursuing Fulham’s Nigerian central defender, Tosin Adarabioyo, aiming to finalize a transfer as he approaches the end of his contract. Adarabioyo, 26, has notably declined several extension offers from Fulham, signalling his intention to explore new opportunities after his contract expires in June. The north London club has been consistently in

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Super Eagles Face Challenges in 2026 World Cup Qualifiers: Adepoju

By Kelechi Abel / News / April 30, 2024

Former Nigerian international, Mutiu Adepoju, has highlighted the challenges that lie ahead for the Super Eagles in the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. According to Adepoju, the matches against South Africa and Benin are expected to be particularly difficult. Nigeria is set to face South Africa on June 3rd, 2024, followed by a game

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Finidi George Takes Helm as Super Eagles Head Coach

By Kelechi Abel / National Team News / April 29, 2024

Finidi George, the celebrated former winger, has been officially appointed as the new head coach of Nigeria’s national football team, the Super Eagles. This decision was sanctioned by the Nigeria Football Federation’s Board following the endorsement from its Technical and Development Committee. George, who previously served as an assistant to José Santos Peseiro, stepped in

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Lazio Shows Interest in Super Eagles Midfielder Fisayo Dele Bashiru

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / April 29, 2024

Lazio, the prestigious Serie A club, is reportedly interested in securing Nigerian international Fisayo Dele Bashiru, currently playing for Turkish Super Lig club Hatayspor. This interest was initially reported by Turkish journalist Reşat Can Özbudak, highlighting Lazio’s exploration of strengthening their midfield as the transfer window approaches. While the Rome based team has engaged in

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