News - Football In Nigeria

Super Eagles Suffer Defeat to Malian Eagles in International Friendly

By Kelechi Abel / News / March 27, 2024

The Super Eagles of Nigeria faced a setback in their second friendly match in Morocco, succumbing to a 0-2 loss against the Malian Eagles. This defeat comes just four days after Nigeria celebrated a 1-2 victory over Ghana at the same venue. The match saw Atalanta’s forward, El Bilal Touré, capitalize on a defensive error […]

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Moses Simon, Alhassan Yusuf Lead Super Eagles vs Mali

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

In the eagerly anticipated match dubbed the War of the Eagles, Moses Simon and Alhassan Yusuf are set to start for the Super Eagles against Mali, also known as Les Aigles. This encounter sees two of Africa’s footballing eagles clash in a symbolic battle for supremacy. Moses Simon, the FC Nantes winger, who made a

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Manchester United Eyes Michael Olise in Summer Transfer Bid

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / March 26, 2024

Manchester United’s interest in Crystal Palace winger Michael Olise has been confirmed by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. Olise, who has the unique eligibility to represent four national teams England, France, Nigeria, and Algeria due to his diverse heritage, is on the radar of United’s new owner Jim Ratcliffe as part of a significant overhaul planned

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Victor Osimhen Set for Chelsea Move After Agreeing Personal Terms

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / March 26, 2024

Victor Osimhen, the prolific Napoli striker, is on the brink of a significant transfer to Chelsea, following the agreement of personal terms, as reported by Italian journalist Rudy Galetti. This development marks a crucial step in Chelsea’s quest to bolster their attacking lineup in the forthcoming summer transfer window. The Premier League giants are poised

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Kingdom Osayi Eyes International Stage with Impending European Transfer

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / March 25, 2024

Kingdom Osayi, the promising goalkeeper from Doma United, is on the verge of making a significant leap in his career with a move to a European club. This development comes as no surprise to those who have followed Osayi’s impressive performances in the Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL, where he has emerged as a key

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Boost for Nigeria as Key Players Return for Upcoming Friendly

By Kelechi Abel / National Team News / March 25, 2024

In a significant development for Nigerian football, interim coach Finidi George has received a welcome boost with the return of Kenneth Omeruo and Benjamin Tanimu to full training. This comes ahead of the eagerly anticipated international friendly against Mali, set to take place soon. The duo’s participation in Sunday’s training session on March 24 marks

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Super Eagles Set for Prime Time Showdown Against Mali

By Kelechi Abel / National Team News / March 24, 2024

Following their triumphant victory over Ghana, the Super Eagles of Nigeria are gearing up for another friendly encounter, this time against the Eagles of Mali, scheduled for a late kick off at 9pm on Tuesday. The match will unfold at the Grande Stade de Marrakesh, maintaining the venue’s status as a pivotal location for Nigeria’s

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Ayew Claims Black Stars Dominance in Second Half Amid Red Card Hurdle

By Kelechi Abel / National Team News / March 23, 2024

Crystal Palace forward Jordan Ayew has confidently stated that the Ghanaian national team, the Black Stars, outperformed the Nigerian Super Eagles in the latter half of their recent 2-1 defeat, despite being a player down for over forty minutes. The match saw Jerome Opoku of the Black Stars receive a red card for an alleged

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Bendel Insurance Congratulates Tanimu on Super Eagles Debut

By Kelechi Abel / News / March 23, 2024

Bendel Insurance, a prominent team in the Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL, has publicly lauded their former star, Benjamin Tanimu, following his debut with the Nigerian national team, the Super Eagles. Tanimu’s inaugural appearance came during the Super Eagles’ recent friendly match against the Black Stars of Ghana. At just 21 years old, Tanimu showcased

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Norrby IF signs Nigerian prodigy Prince Amos in strategic move

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / March 23, 2024

In a significant development for Swedish football, Norrby IF has successfully signed Prince Amos, a highly regarded prospect from the Nigerian football academy Tripple 44. This acquisition marks a major coup for the third division Swedish side, following extensive speculation about Prince’s future amidst interest from several European teams. Prince Amos, known for his exceptional

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