Turkish Super Lig champions Galatasaray are reportedly planning a January move for Nigerian striker Gift Orban to fill the void left by injured talisman Mauro Icardi. According to Turkish outlet Fanatik, Galatasaray sees the 22 year old forward as an ideal replacement after Icardi suffered a season-ending ACL injury. Orban, who joined Olympique Lyon from […]
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Emmanuel Ekong, the son of former Super Eagles midfielder Prince Ikpe Ekong, has responded to speculation linking him with a potential move to Swedish club Malmö FF during the January transfer window. The 22 year old forward, currently with Serie A club Empoli, acknowledged the rumours but reaffirmed his focus on contributing to his current
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Former Nigerian defender Benedict Iroha has expressed his disappointment with the Super Eagles’ performance in their 2-1 loss to Rwanda during the final match of the AFCON 2025 qualifiers. Speaking to Complete Sports, Iroha described the team’s display at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo as one of the poorest he has seen. This
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Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Idah Peterside has stirred debates with his comments on Alex Iwobi’s role in the national team, the dedication of foreign-born players, and the leadership of the Nigeria Football Federation NFF. Speaking on a radio programme, Peterside raised concerns about Iwobi’s positioning in the Super Eagles, contrasting it with his club role.
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French Ligue 1 champions Paris Saint-Germain PSG have reignited their interest in signing Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman. Meanwhile, his current club, Atalanta, is preparing an improved contract to retain the player amid increasing transfer speculation. Atalanta manager Gian Piero Gasperini recently expressed his hope that Lookman would remain at the club through the January transfer
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Interim Super Eagles coach Augustine Eguavoen is intensifying his search for a creative midfielder to address Nigeria’s goal scoring struggles. Despite an abundance of attacking talent, the team has found it challenging to break down low block defences, an issue highlighted during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. The team managed to qualify for
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Victor Osimhen has decided to remain with Turkish champions Galatasaray for the rest of the season, despite having a release clause that could enable him to leave during the January transfer window. Head coach Okan Buruk confirmed the striker’s intentions, emphasising Osimhen’s commitment to the club. “Osimhen intends to stay here until the end of
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Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has congratulated Edo Queens Football Club for their dramatic 2-1 victory over defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies, securing a spot in the semifinals of the ongoing CAF Women’s Champions League in Casablanca, Morocco. The win marks the first time Edo Queens have reached the semifinals of the prestigious tournament. In
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The Super Eagles suffered a shocking 2-1 defeat against Rwanda’s Wasps in their Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers in Uyo, marking Rwanda’s first ever victory over Nigeria in six encounters. Despite a brilliant solo goal by Samuel Chukwueze in the 58th minute, Nigeria’s defensive lapses allowed Rwanda to overturn the result with goals from Ange
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Ahead of Nigeria’s final 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against Rwanda in Uyo, Kelechi Iheanacho has expressed a preference to play as a traditional No. 10 for the national team. The forward, currently at Sevilla, shared his views following a challenging outing against Benin, where he was deployed as a striker and substituted
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