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Katsina United in Advance Talks to Sign Elijah Akanni from Enyimba

Katsina United in Advance Talks to Sign Elijah Akanni from Enyimba

A move appears to be in the works, as Katsina United have entered contract negotiations with Elijah Akanni, the midfielder whose deal with Enyimba expired at the end of the 2024–25 season. The 23 year old, who featured regularly for Enyimba under coach Stanley Eguma, is expected to complete a transfer before the new Nigeria […]

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Flying Eagles Include Sheriff’s Rising Star Odede in Latest Squad

Flying Eagles Include Sheriff’s Rising Star Odede in Latest Squad

An exciting new face has joined the Nigeria U20 national team, with the Flying Eagles extending a call-up to Elijah Odede. The 18 year old has been making waves at perennial Moldovan champions Sheriff FC, earning recognition through a series of impressive performances. Odede’s recent exploits for Sheriff have clearly caught the eye of national

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Napoli Reach Out to Arokodare After Lukaku’s Injury Blow

Napoli Reach Out to Arokodare After Lukaku’s Injury Blow

Napoli have stepped up their search for a forward after Romelu Lukaku sustained a severe thigh muscle injury in a pre-season friendly, ruling him out for the start of the 2025-26 Serie A season. Under Antonio Conte’s leadership, the Italian champions have initiated talks with representatives of Nigeria striker Tolu Arokodare, according to Fabrizio Romano.

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Sadiq Opts for Pay Cut to Force Valencia Return in Time for World Cup Push

Sadiq Opts for Pay Cut to Force Valencia Return in Time for World Cup Push

Super Eagles striker Sadiq Umar has reportedly accepted a 30 per cent pay reduction to facilitate a return to Valencia this summer, aiming to reignite his career ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. According to Mundo Deportivo, the Nigerian international agreed to waive part of his salary to persuade Real Sociedad to approve

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Nigerian Forward Ighodaro Seals Move to Kaizer Chiefs

Nigerian Forward Ighodaro Seals Move to Kaizer Chiefs

Nigerian forward Etiosa Ighodaro has officially joined Kaizer Chiefs from Mamelodi Sundowns, ending his series of loan spells across the PSL. The 23 year old arrives having impressed during his stint at AmaZulu last season, and now turns a new chapter with one of South Africa’s most storied clubs. Over several seasons, Ighodaro’s journey in

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Historic Ballon d’Or Nomination Sparks Hope for African Coaches

Historic Ballon d’Or Nomination Sparks Hope for African Coaches

Justin Madugu, head coach of Nigeria’s WAFCON-winning Super Falcons, has expressed delight after being shortlisted for the 2025 Women’s Team Coach of the Year award the Women’s Johan Cruyff Trophy. His nomination places him among the top five coaches globally, alongside Chelsea’s Sonia Bompastor, Arsenal’s Renée Slegers, Brazil’s Arthur Elias, and England’s Sarina Wiegman. Madugu,

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Young Full-Back Joins Rangers on Loan, Eyes Nigeria Call-Up

Young Full-Back Joins Rangers on Loan, Eyes Nigeria Call-Up

Scottish Premiership powerhouse Rangers has secured the services of 19 year old full-back Jayden Meghoma from Brentford on loan, pending international clearance. He becomes the second defender with Super Eagles eligibility to join the Light Blues this summer, following Emmanuel Fernandez’s arrival from Peterborough United. Despite representing England from U15 to U19 levels, Meghoma hasn’t

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Nwofor Brands Super Eagles B Performance at CHAN 2024 a ‘National Disaster’

Nwofor Brands Super Eagles B Performance at CHAN 2024 a ‘National Disaster’

Uche Nwofor, who featured for Nigeria at the 2014 World Cup, has sharply criticised the Super Eagles B after their disappointing campaign at CHAN 2024. He labelled the team’s exit in the group stage “a disaster” and “an embarrassment of monumental proportion.” Nwofor stressed that Nigeria’s rich football heritage and the available talent made their

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