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Ugochukwu Should Have Seen Red for Dangerous Tackle on Mac Allister

Ugochukwu Should Have Seen Red for Dangerous Tackle on Mac Allister

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A former FIFA referee and ex-PGMOL chief, Keith Hackett, has insisted that Burnley midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu should have been sent off for a slide tackle on Alexis Mac Allister in their Premier League clash with Liverpool. The incident occurred in the 16th minute at Turf Moor, where Ugochukwu’s challenge left Mac Allister clutching his ankle […]

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Tella: Leverkusen Start Fresh Under Hjulmand After Early Frustration

Tella: Leverkusen Start Fresh Under Hjulmand After Early Frustration

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Bayer Leverkusen forward Nathan Tella has admitted the squad felt frustrated with their slow start to the season, telling ESPN: “As a team, I don’t want to say embarrassed but we were angry at ourselves.” The Nigerian winger insisted the arrival of new manager Kasper Hjulmand has restored confidence within the squad, helping them unlock

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Watford Loans Tom Dele-Bashiru, Elder Brother of Fisayo, to Gençlerbirliği

Watford Loans Tom Dele-Bashiru, Elder Brother of Fisayo, to Gençlerbirliği

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A former Nigeria U23 international, Tom Dele-Bashiru, has been loaned out by Championship club Watford to Turkish Super Lig side Gençlerbirliği SK for the remainder of the 2025–2026 season. The deal was finalised before the close of the Turkish transfer window on Friday, 12 September. Tom is the elder brother of Super Eagles midfielder Fisayo

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Nigerian Midfielder Toyin “Deco” Joins Boluspor in Turkey

Nigerian Midfielder Toyin “Deco” Joins Boluspor in Turkey

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A promising Nigerian midfielder, Emmanuel Toyin popularly known by his nickname “Deco” — has completed a transfer to Turkish First League outfit Boluspor. Toyin made the jump from Amateur Lig I club Sapanca Kurtkoyspor, where his performances earned attention in Turkey’s competitive lower tiers. This move represents a significant step up for the Nigerian, who

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Onyeka Ready to Help Brentford Halt Chelsea’s Unbeaten Run

Onyeka Ready to Help Brentford Halt Chelsea’s Unbeaten Run

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Super Eagles midfielder Frank Onyeka says he’s fully focused on helping Brentford end Chelsea’s unbeaten streak when the west London sides meet this weekend. Onyeka, a mainstay in Brentford’s midfield, believes the Bees have the mental strength and tactical edge to challenge the Blues. Reflecting on a previous 2–2 draw with Chelsea in March 2024,

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Adeleke Oluwatobi Seals Move to Greek Side Makedonikos

Adeleke Oluwatobi Seals Move to Greek Side Makedonikos

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Prince Kazeem Eletu FC’s rising star, Adeleke Oluwatobi, has signed with Greek second-tier side Makedonikos, joining from Czech club FK Varnsdorf. The move comes just two days after fellow Prince Kazeem Eletu product, Lawal Sulaimon, also secured a switch to the same Greek outfit, underlining the academy’s growing reputation for grooming players ready for Europe.

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Akpom Backs Ipswich Town as Stronger Side Than Middlesbrough

Akpom Backs Ipswich Town as Stronger Side Than Middlesbrough

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Chuba Akpom has hailed the quality of Ipswich Town’s squad, claiming they are “definitely better” than his former club Middlesbrough. The Nigerian striker made the switch to Ipswich in the summer transfer window and has quickly integrated into the team. Speaking about the differences between both sides, Akpom emphasised that Ipswich’s depth and overall quality

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Okocha Denies NFF Presidency Rumours After Super Eagles Draw

Okocha Denies NFF Presidency Rumours After Super Eagles Draw

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Legendary Super Eagles captain Austin “Jay-Jay” Okocha has dismissed rumours suggesting he plans to run for the presidency of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). The speculation followed Tuesday’s 1-1 draw between Nigeria and South Africa in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, a result that left the Super Eagles six points behind Group C leaders

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