News - Football In Nigeria

Arsenal Sign Irish-Nigerian Teen Victor Ozhianvuna from Shamrock Rovers

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / October 4, 2025

Arsenal have agreed to sign 16 year old Victor Ozhianvuna from Shamrock Rovers in what’s been confirmed as a record-breaking transfer for the League of Ireland. The deal, reportedly worth around €2 million plus add-ons, will only take full effect in January 2027, when Ozhianvuna turns 18, in compliance with transfer rules. Ozhianvuna, who qualifies […]

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Chelsea Eye Super Eagles Winger in Big Summer Move

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / October 3, 2025

Reports suggest that Chelsea FC are keen on signing Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman from Atalanta. Notes the London club have joined the “race” for his signature, reportedly readying an offer in the region of €60 million. Lookman enjoyed a standout season, contributing significantly in goals and assists across competitions. Chelsea are said to be

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Rodgers Baffled by Disallowed Iheanacho Goal in Braga Defeat

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / October 3, 2025

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers was left exasperated after Kelechi Iheanacho’s would-be equaliser was disallowed in their 2-0 Europa League defeat by Braga. The controversy unfolded around the 51st minute, when Iheanacho intercepted a clearance from former Celtic defender Gustaf Lagerbielke and buried the ball in the net. Rodgers and many in the stadium believed it

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Oshoala Nets Stoppage-Time Winner to Edge Plumptre’s Al Ittihad 3-2

By Kelechi Abel / News / October 3, 2025

Super Falcons star Asisat Oshoala struck in the dying moments to hand Al Hilal a dramatic 3-2 victory over Ashleigh Plumptre’s Al Ittihad in the Saudi Women’s Premier League. Plumptre, a Nigerian national teammate, had earlier set up a goal for Al Ittihad. She provided the assist for the 74th-minute equaliser, though it would prove

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Nottingham Forest Coach Confirms Ola Aina’s Injury Layoff

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / October 2, 2025

Nottingham Forest manager Ange Postecoglou has admitted that the absence of Nigerian fullback Ola Aina will disrupt his defensive plans. The news comes ahead of their upcoming Europa League trip to face FC Midtjylland. Postecoglou noted that Aina, alongside fellow defender Murillo, was integral to last season’s consistency at the back. A hamstring injury suffered

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Adewale Joins Panthère FC to Strengthen Defence Line

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / October 2, 2025

Nigerian defender Ahmed Adewale has signed a one-year deal with Panthère FC of Benin Republic, completing a switch that sees him remain in the country’s top division. Adewale, who previously featured for Dynamique FC, spent two productive seasons establishing himself as a commanding figure in central defence. His consistent performances and reliability at the back

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Blankson Salutes Madam Nkechi Obi’s Legacy in Women’s Football

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / October 1, 2025

Madam Nkechi Obi’s tenure as Chairperson of the Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) has drawn widespread praise for its transformational impact. Under her leadership, great strides were made in expanding, professionalising, and raising the visibility of women’s football across Nigeria. Many who closely followed the development of the women’s game including administrators like Blankson have

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Precious Christopher Rejoins Young Princess, Attracted by Tanzania League

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / October 1, 2025

Nigerian forward Precious Christopher has rejoined Tanzanian club Young Princess, citing the growing competitiveness and professional allure of the Tanzania Women Premier League. She feels the environment there better supports her ambitions. Christopher’s return comes after a season at Simba Queens. She originally played for Young Princess, then moved to Simba Queens last season, but

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Elegbeleye Applauds NPFL Players After Clean Drug-Free Test Results

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / September 27, 2025

Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Chairman, Otunba Gbenga Elegbeleye, has expressed praise for league players following the release of random drug test results showing no positives. The tests were conducted by the National Anti-Doping Committee (NADC) of Nigeria. The results were communicated to the NPFL via a letter from the NADC, indicating all tested players

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Falconets Striker Goodness Osigwe Completes Move to Djurgården

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / September 24, 2025

Falconets forward Goodness Osigwe has secured a permanent move to Swedish club Djurgården from former Nigeria Women Football League champions, Edo Queens. The striker was part of the Edo Queens squad that lifted the NWFL Premiership title in 2024. Djurgården’s sports director, Jean Balawo, said the club had been monitoring Osigwe since last year. “I

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