News - Football In Nigeria

FG Fulfils Housing Pledge to AFCON 2023 Silver-Winning Eagles

By Kelechi / National Team News / December 23, 2025

The Federal Government of Nigeria has honoured its promise to provide houses and land to the Super Eagles squad that finished as runners-up at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations held in Côte d’Ivoire (played in early 2024). The fulfilment of this pledge came just before Nigeria’s opening match at AFCON 2025 in Morocco, with

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Nigerian Midfielder Hamzat Ojediran Set to Join MLS Side Colorado Rapids

By Kelechi / Transfer News / December 22, 2025

Nigerian defensive midfielder Hamzat Ojediran is on the verge of a move to Major League Soccer (MLS) club Colorado Rapids, with reports indicating that RC Lens and the Rapids have agreed a transfer deal. Colorado Rapids are expected to pay a fee of under €3 million for the 22 year old, who still needs to

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Olanrewaju Blames Fatigue as Rivers United Slump 4–1 to Barau FC

By Kelechi / Interviews / December 21, 2025

Rivers United’s interim boss Yemi Olanrewaju said fatigue played a major role in his side’s emphatic 4–1 defeat to Barau FC in a rescheduled Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) clash at Sani Abacha Stadium in Kano on Friday. Rivers, missing Finidi George, conceded four goals despite controlling large portions of the game, according to the

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Balogun: Playing for Eagles Prepared Me for the Expectation at Rangers

By Kelechi / Interviews / December 21, 2025

Former Super Eagles defender Leon Balogun has revealed that his experience representing Nigeria’s senior national team equipped him with the mental resilience needed to cope with the pressure and high expectations of playing for Rangers FC in Scotland. Balogun, now with Aris Limassol, explained that the intense demand for success from Nigerian fans and media

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Bassey Says Super Eagles Can Win AFCON 2025 in Morocco

By Kelechi / National Team News / December 20, 2025

Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey has expressed strong belief that Nigeria can lift the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations trophy in Morocco, citing the team’s increased maturity and experience as key reasons for optimism ahead of the tournament. The Fulham centre-back who featured prominently during Nigeria’s run to the 2023 AFCON final told Fulham’s official

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Kun Khalifat FC Bolster Attack With Signing of Obari Israel

By Kelechi / Transfer News / December 20, 2025

Kun Khalifat FC have strengthened their attacking options with the signing of highly rated Nigerian striker Obari Israel from Acquire FC, aiming to inject fresh firepower into their Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) campaign. The move was confirmed as the newly promoted Imo State club continues to build a squad capable of competing at the

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Super Eagles Appoint Wilfred Ndidi as New Captain Ahead of AFCON 2025

By Kelechi / National Team News / December 20, 2025

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have officially named Wilfred Ndidi as their new captain ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. The announcement came on Friday, with the experienced midfielder succeeding William Troost-Ekong, who recently retired from international football. Ndidi, 28, who has already led the national team in recent fixtures such

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Super Eagles Land in Fès to Begin AFCON 2025 Campaign

By Kelechi / National Team News / December 19, 2025

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have arrived in Fès, Morocco, marking the start of their final preparations for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations finals. The squad and team officials touched down in the historic city on Thursday evening ahead of their Group C assignments at the competition. Head coach Éric Chelle’s men had spent

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Ajayi’s AFCON Call-Up Leaves Hull City in a Bind

By Kelechi / Interviews / December 19, 2025

Hull City boss Sergej Jakirović has conceded that losing Super Eagles defender Semi Ajayi to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations squad presents a “big headache” for the club, underscoring the challenge of balancing club commitments with international duty. Ajayi a regular starter in Hull’s defensive line this season — is expected to play a

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Azeez Yusuf Seals Move to Norrby IF After Mjällby Exit

By Kelechi / Transfer News / December 19, 2025

Nigerian forward Azeez Temitope Yusuf has completed a switch to Norrby IF in Sweden after his contract with Mjällby AIF expired, ensuring he remains in Swedish football for the upcoming season. The striker, who had been with Mjällby, opted to join Norrby in Superettan — Sweden’s second tier where he will aim to continue his

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