News - Football In Nigeria

Osimhen’s Rant on Finidi George Unacceptable, Says Peterside

By Kelechi / National Team News / June 16, 2024

Former Nigerian international Peterside Idah has criticized Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen for his public rant against Finidi George. The Napoli forward expressed his frustration in an Instagram live video following Finidi’s resignation as the Super Eagles head coach. Osimhen’s comments centered on Finidi’s decision not to allow him to stay with the team in […]

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Enugu Rangers’ NPFL Championship Decider Likely to be Moved to Jos

By Kelechi / News / June 16, 2024

The final Week 38 match that could crown Enugu Rangers as NPFL champions is likely to be relocated to Jos. The match, initially scheduled against already relegated Gombe United, is expected to be moved due to Doma United, another Gombe team, also having a home fixture on the final day of the season. An official

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Nottingham Forest’s High Price for Awoniyi Deters Premier League Rivals

By Kelechi / Transfer News / June 15, 2024

Several Premier League clubs have been deterred by Nottingham Forest’s asking price for striker Taiwo Awoniyi, A source close to the player revealed that several clubs including Chelsea have enquired about Awoniyi, but what Forest are demanding has scared many of them away. Awoniyi, 26, joined Nottingham Forest in July 2022 from German Bundesliga club

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Finidi George Steps Down as Super Eagles Head Coach

By Kelechi / National Team News / June 15, 2024

Finidi George has resigned from his position as the head coach of the Super Eagles. Various sources indicate that Finidi has already submitted his resignation letter to the Nigeria Football Federation NFF. The 53 year old made this decision following the NFF’s move to appoint a foreign technical adviser for the Super Eagles. Finidi, who

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Besiktas Extends Defender Glory Ogbonna’s Contract by One Year

By Kelechi / Transfer News / June 15, 2024

Super Falcons defender Glory Ogbonna has been granted a one year contract extension by Besiktas women’s football club following her stellar performances during the 2023/24 season. The club announced this decision on their official Instagram page, stating, that Besiktas United Payment team have renewed the contract of our Nigerian defender Glory Ogbonna within the scope

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Arokodare Inspired by Okocha and Kanu, Eager to Represent Nigeria

By Kelechi / News / June 14, 2024

Nigerian striker Tolu Arokodare has shared his admiration for Super Eagles legends Jay Jay Okocha and Kanu, revealing that they inspired his passion for Nigeria’s national football team. Despite an impressive record of 60 goals and 13 assists in 171 professional appearances, the 23 year old forward has yet to debut for the Super Eagles

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Super Eagles Goalkeeper Ojo Chooses Al Merriekh Over Chippa United

By Kelechi / Transfer News / June 14, 2024

Super Eagles goalkeeper Olorunleke Ojo has declined an opportunity to replace Stanley Nwabali at South African club Chippa United, opting instead to join Sudanese giants Al Merriekh. Ojo, the captain of Enyimba, is set to finalize a two year contract with the Omdurman club as a free agent, with his current contract with the NPFL

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Nigerian Midfielder Uche Chrisantus Joins Getafe on Four Year Deal

By Kelechi / Transfer News / June 14, 2024

Nigerian midfielder Uche Chrisantus has officially signed with La Liga club Getafe, Chrisantus, who transferred from Spanish Primera Division Group 2 club AD Ceuta, has agreed to a four year contract with Getafe. Getafe CF and AD Ceuta FC have reached an agreement for the transfer of Chrisantus Uche. The 21 year old Nigerian footballer

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Oshoala Confident Super Falcons Can Survive Paris 2024 ‘Group of Death’

By Kelechi / Interviews / June 14, 2024

Asisat Oshoala is confident that the Super Falcons have what it takes to advance beyond the group stage at the 2024 Olympic Games. The nine time African champions find themselves in a challenging group with current world champions Spain, Brazil, and Japan, all of whom are ranked in the top 10 in the FIFA Women’s

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Ikorodu City and Beyond Limits Celebrate NPFL Promotion Triumph

By Kelechi / News / June 13, 2024

The Nigerian Premier Football League NPFL will welcome two new teams next season as Ikorodu City and Beyond Limits have secured promotion following the NNL Super 8 playoff. Ikorodu City, known as the Oga Boys, clinched their NPFL spot with a 2-0 victory over Madiba, thanks to two goals from Toyeeb. This achievement marks a

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