News - Football In Nigeria

Iwobi Insists He Never Criticised Super Eagles Hotel Ahead of World Cup Play-Offs

By Kelechi / Interviews / November 11, 2025

Alex Iwobi has moved swiftly to clarify his recent online post, insisting he never criticised the accommodation of the Super Eagles while in camp in Rabat ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying playoff against Gabon Panthers. The Fulham midfielder posted a clip of the team hotel early this week, which sparked criticism and

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Bassey Admits Everton Made Life Tough for Fulham, Confirms Fitness Scan

By Kelechi / Interviews / November 10, 2025

Calvin Bassey, the Nigerian international and defender for Fulham F.C., has acknowledged that Everton F.C. made the game physically demanding during their 2-0 defeat at Goodison Park. Despite suffering a knock in the first half, Bassey completed the full 90 minutes and confirmed he was fit to continue playing. “I just got a little knock

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Chinedu Isaiah Signs Five‑Year Deal with Czech Giants Slavia Praha

By Kelechi / Transfer News / November 9, 2025

Young Nigerian right‑back Chinedu Isaac (also reported as Isaiah) has signed a five‑year contract with Czech powerhouse Slavia Praha, joining their highly rated youth setup. The Abia‑State born defender developed at the Right 2 Win Academy, where his pace, composure and tactical awareness on the flank earned him recognition. Just two weeks before his official move he was

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Abdulmajid Muhammad Shines in Kryvbas U19’s 3–2 Win in Ukraine

By Kelechi / News / November 9, 2025

Nigerian goalkeeper Abdulmajid Muhammad has delivered yet another standout performance for Kryvbas U19 in Ukraine, playing a key role in their thrilling 3-2 victory in the Ukrainian U19 league. According to the report, Muhammad made several crucial saves and commands his area with confidence, helping his side edge the win. The young shot-stopper, who transferred

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Chelle Lists Ekong, Osimhen & Moses in 24-Man Squad for WC Play-offs

By Kelechi / National Team News / November 9, 2025

Éric Sékou Chelle, head coach of the Super Eagles of Nigeria, has named a 24-man squad for the upcoming African play-off tournament ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Leading the list are captain William Troost‑Ekong, forward Victor Osimhen and winger Simon Moses, among others. Other notable inclusions goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, and defenders Calvin Bassey

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Forest Manager: Awoniyi Needs Quality Crosses to Score Goals

By Kelechi / Interviews / November 8, 2025

Sean Dyche, manager of Nottingham Forest, says Taiwo Awoniyi requires “quality crosses” into the box to unlock his full goal-scoring potential. Speaking with Nottinghamshire Live, Dyche emphasised that Awoniyi’s style is distinct from his fellow strikers at the club. “Taiwo is slightly different. He can hold it up and get it in the box, but

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Rivers United to Add Fresh Signings Ahead of CAF Champions League Group Stage

By Kelechi / Transfer News / November 7, 2025

Rivers United are reportedly preparing to strengthen their squad with one or two additional players before their first match in the CAF Champions League 2025–26 group stage. Coach Finidi George confirmed that the club will consider registering fresh players, leveraging competition regulations that allow teams to add new names for the group phase. “We’ve been

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Super Eagles’ Nwabali: We Can Win the 4th AFCON Title in Morocco

By Kelechi / National Team News / November 7, 2025

Stanley Nwabali, goalkeeper for the Super Eagles of Nigeria, has boldly declared that the team is capable of securing a fourth continental championship at the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations 2025 in Morocco. Nwabali pointed to the squad’s depth, recent continental run and experience at major tournaments as indicators that Nigeria is ready to go

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Emerging Super Eagles Prospects Wolfsberger AC Target First-Team Breakthrough

By Kelechi / National Team News / November 7, 2025

Two Nigerian talents Michael Tochukwu and Harrison Uzondu are eager to establish themselves in the first team of Austrian Bundesliga side Wolfsberger AC after recent moves to the club. Tochukwu, a midfielder formerly with Remo Stars, has already arrived in Austria and resumed training with the Wolves. Club insiders describe him as “composed and intelligent

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Iheanacho ruled out of Nigeria’s squad after final fitness test fails

By Kelechi / National Team News / November 6, 2025

Kelechi Iheanacho will miss out on a place in the Super Eagles squad for the forthcoming World Cup qualifying playoff against Gabon National Football Team in Morocco after his final chance to demonstrate fitness to coach Eric Chelle came to nothing. The Celtic striker, who transferred from Sevilla F.C. earlier this season, was already absent

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