News - Football In Nigeria

Flying Eagles Narrowly Beat P-Sport in Uyo Warm-Up

By Kelechi / News / September 4, 2025

The Flying Eagles continued their World Cup preparations with a closely fought 1-0 win against P-Sport of Uyo. The decisive moment arrived when Tahir Maigana found the back of the net in a match that tested both discipline and determination. Tahir Maigana’s goal, while modest, came when it mattered most providing the kind of calm

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Forest Capture Nwosu from West Ham on Three Year Contract

By Kelechi / Transfer News / September 4, 2025

Nottingham Forest have announced the signing of Nigerian defender Kelechi Nwosu from West Ham United, securing his services on a three year deal. The 21 year old joins after impressing with consistent performances in West Ham’s U21 set-up and making senior bench appearances last season. Forest confirmed the move via their official website, welcoming Nwosu

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Sigma Olomouc Snap Up Ghali from Liberec in €2 Million Deal

By Kelechi / Transfer News / September 3, 2025

Sigma Olomouc have secured former MFM FC youth product and Nigerian winger Ahmad Ghali from Slovan Liberec in a transfer worth nearly €2 million, including bonuses. The 25 year old has signed a contract extending until 30 June 2028, with an option for a further season. Ghali admitted that the move happened quickly: “I am

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Nigeria’s Super Eagles Camp Now Fully Stocked Ahead of World Cup Qualifiers

By Kelechi / National Team News / September 3, 2025

The Super Eagles have completed their squad in Uyo ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, welcoming key players Samuel Chukwueze, Tolu Arokodare, Raphael Onyedika, Chrisantus Uche, and Victor Osimhen to bolster the team’s depth in attack and midfield. Their arrival fills out the roster that already included Ademola Lookman and Cyriel Dessers, giving

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Iheanacho Signs One-Year Deal with Celtic

By Kelechi / Transfer News / September 3, 2025

Scottish champions Celtic have announced the signing of Nigerian forward Kelechi Iheanacho on a one-year contract. The 28 year old arrives as a free agent after parting ways with Leicester City, where he spent seven years and scored over 60 goals in all competitions. Iheanacho, who will wear the No. 14 shirt in Glasgow, expressed

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Super Eagles Can Still Qualify for 2026 World Cup – Agu

By Kelechi / National Team News / September 2, 2025

Alloy Agu, former Nigeria goalkeeper, remains optimistic about the Super Eagles’ prospects in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Despite their current position in Group C, Agu believes that with collective effort and support, Nigeria can secure a spot in the tournament. Ahead of Nigeria’s crucial World Cup qualifier against Rwanda in Uyo, Agu emphasized

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Uche Joins FA Cup Champions Crystal Palace on Loan

By Kelechi / Transfer News / September 2, 2025

Crystal Palace have secured the services of Nigerian international Christantus Uche on a one year loan from Getafe. The 22 year old forward, who impressed during his debut season in La Liga, will don the No. 12 jersey for the Eagles. Uche’s journey to the Premier League began in 2022 with Spanish fifth-tier club Moralo

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Dessers seals €5 m move from Rangers to Panathinaikos

By Kelechi / Transfer News / September 2, 2025

Cyriel Dessers has finalised a transfer from Rangers to Greek giants Panathinaikos for a reported €5 million. The 30 year old striker departs with two years remaining on his contract but has found a new chapter in Athens, where he joins as a replacement for Fotis Ioannidis. Dessers carried the Rangers scoring burden across two

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Odede signs for FC Sheriff after dazzling form at Castle Academy

By Kelechi / Transfer News / September 2, 2025

A thrilling turn of events has seen 18 year old Elijah Olaniyi Odede complete a move to Moldovan Super Liga giants FC Sheriff Tiraspol, following a brilliant run with Nigeria’s Castle Football Academy. His signing was swiftly rubber-stamped, and the young forward has already netted twice in friendly outings for his new employers. His striking

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Boniface joins Werder Bremen on season-long loan from Leverkusen

By Kelechi / Transfer News / September 2, 2025

Bundesliga side Werder Bremen have secured Nigerian striker Victor Boniface on a season-long loan from Bayer Leverkusen with no purchase option included setting the stage for a fresh challenge in the 2025–26 campaign. Werder will shoulder a portion of his salary during the loan spell, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. Boniface expressed enthusiasm about

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