News - Football In Nigeria

Oshoala, Ijamilusi and Six Others Arrive for Super Falcons’ Camp Ahead of Benin Clash

By Kelechi / National Team News / October 21, 2025

Six-time African Women’s Player of the Year Asisat Oshoala and defender Folashade Ijamilusi were among eight players who arrived early at the Super Falcons training camp in Lomé, Togo, as the squad prepares for their **2026 CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Qualifier first-leg match against the Benin Women’s National Football Team. The Nigeria camp […]

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Awaziem Plays Full 90 Minutes As Lille Secure 2-0 Win Over Nantes

By Kelechi / News / October 20, 2025

Nigeria’s international defender Chidozie Awaziem played the full 90 minutes as Lille OSC secured an important 2-0 victory away at FC Nantes in Ligue 1. Awaziem, starting in central defence, was part of a solid Lille back-line that kept the hosts at bay and helped preserve the clean sheet. His composed performance and positionally disciplined display

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Kingsley Michael Awaits Clearance to Finalise Move to US Vibonese

By Kelechi / Transfer News / October 20, 2025

Nigeria international midfielder Kingsley Michael is awaiting approval from the Tunisian Football Federation before his move to Italian club US Vibonese Calcio in Serie D can be completed. The transfer was announced during the October international break, however Michael has yet to receive his International Transfer Certificate (ITC), which has prevented him from making his debut. Previously

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McFadden Hails Dundee’s Discipline for Limiting Iheanacho at Celtic

By Kelechi / Interviews / October 20, 2025

Former Everton forward James McFadden has praised Dundee FC’s tactical discipline after they frustrated Kelechi Iheanacho and Celtic FC in a 2–0 defeat at Dens Park. Iheanacho, who played the full 90 minutes, found little space to make his mark as Dundee deployed a narrow, compact defensive setup that focused on denying Celtic passage through

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Atalanta’s Juric Praises 17 Year Old Defender Honest Ahanor’s Displays

By Kelechi / Interviews / October 19, 2025

Atalanta BC head coach Ivan Juric has publicly praised the performances of 17 year old defender Honest Ahanor ahead of the club’s Serie A fixture against SS Lazio. Speaking at his pre-match press conference, Juric singled out Ahanor for the “very good” display he has been putting in and for his ability to contribute at the back despite

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Zulkifilu Rabiu Joins Libyan Giants Al Tersana on Move from Kano Pillars

By Kelechi / Transfer News / October 19, 2025

Versatile Nigerian midfielder Zulkifilu Rabiu (Muhammad) has completed a transfer to Libyan Premier League side Al Tersana SC from Kano Pillars FC. Rabiu, who featured previously for clubs including Rangers International FC, Yobe Desert Stars FC, Wikki Tourists FC, Lobi Stars FC and Plateau United FC, carved out a reputation in the Nigerian league as one of the top assist-makers and key creators. He also has youth international experience, having

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Southampton Boss Explains Why Joe Aribo Is Still Out of Squad

By Kelechi / Interviews / October 18, 2025

Joe Aribo continues to sit out of the match-day squad for Southampton F.C. despite the start of the 2025-26 Championship campaign, a situation addressed by manager Will Still ahead of the clash with Swansea City A.F.C. Still revealed that Aribo, who made 37 appearances and scored three goals last season, was absent from selection because he missed much of pre-season

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Super Eagles Climb Four Spots to 41st in Latest FIFA Rankings

By Kelechi / National Team News / October 18, 2025

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have risen four places to 41st in the world and now rank fifth in Africa, according to the latest FIFA men’s world rankings. The jump follows emphatic qualifying wins in their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign a 2-1 victory over Lesotho and a 4-0 rout of Benin Republic. Across Africa, Morocco remain the

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Super Eagles Goalkeeper Bankole Joins TS Galaxy on Two-Year Deal

By Kelechi / Transfer News / October 17, 2025

Super Eagles goalkeeper Kayode Bankole has officially signed with South African club TS Galaxy, Complete Sports reports. Bankole joined the Mpumalanga-based club on a free transfer, committing to a two-year contract. He arrived from Remo Stars, the reigning Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) champions, after his contract with them expired over the summer. At Remo

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Dennis Deal Falls Through as Championship Return Collapses

By Kelechi / Transfer News / October 16, 2025

Sky Bet Championship side Watford will not be registering Emmanuel Dennis for a third spell, according to reports from Complete Sports. Dennis had been training with the Hornets following the termination of his contract at Nottingham Forest in August. Watford were reportedly prepared to offer the experienced forward a contract lasting one and a half

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