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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Despite being an ideal candidate for Juventus’ attacking lineup, financial limitations are preventing the Italian giants from pursuing Napoli’s star striker Victor Osimhen. With Napoli reportedly willing to consider a reduced asking price of €75 million for the Super Eagles forward, Juventus remains interested but faces significant hurdles. Juventus’ sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli, who played
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Super Eagles caretaker coach Augustine Eguavoen has expressed confidence that Nigeria’s home based squad will triumph over Ghana in their upcoming playoff to qualify for the 2025 African Nations Championship CHAN. Scheduled to take place during the Christmas period, the highly anticipated Jollof Derby will determine which team advances to the tournament, set to be
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Maduka Okoye, Udinese and Super Eagles goalkeeper, is poised to reclaim Nigeria’s number one jersey as he prepares to start against Rwanda in the final match of the 2025 AFCON qualifiers. Okoye replaces Stanley Nwabali, who was granted leave following the death of his father. Okoye’s return to the starting lineup marks a pivotal moment
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Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, Super Eagles midfielder, has shared insights into his football journey, including his admiration for Barcelona and Manchester United, and his transition to Italy’s Serie A. Speaking after Nigeria’s 1-1 draw against Benin, which secured the Super Eagles’ spot in the 2025 AFCON, Dele-Bashiru discussed his career aspirations and challenges. Known for his attacking
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Super Eagles defender Gabriel Osho has confirmed his unwavering commitment to representing Nigeria over England, his country of birth. The Lecce defender made his international debut during Nigeria’s 1-1 draw against Benin in the 2025 AFCON qualifiers, officially becoming cap tied to Nigeria. In the game, Osho played as part of a back three alongside
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Legendary Nigerian striker Segun “Mathematical” Odegbami has commended Victor Osimhen after the Napoli forward equaled his Super Eagles goal record. Osimhen’s headed goal in Thursday’s 1-1 draw against Benin in the 2025 AFCON qualifiers marked his 23rd goal for Nigeria, making him joint-second on the all time scoring list alongside Odegbami. The goal, a powerful
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Nigerian international striker Opeyemi Ajakaye has joined the Kansas City Current of the National Women’s Soccer League NWSL and is currently on loan to USL Super League side Carolina Ascent for the remainder of the 2024 fall schedule. The 18 year old previously played for Madrid CFF in Spain’s Primera División de la Liga de
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Former Arsenal academy graduate James Olayinka has joined League of Ireland Premier Division club Waterford FC. This move marks the 24 year old midfielder’s first venture into football outside England following his release from Cheltenham Town at the end of the 2023-2024 season. Olayinka spent 14 years at Arsenal, joining the club as a seven-year-old.
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Ola Aina, Super Eagles defender and Nottingham Forest player returned to England via a private jet his Premier League club arranged following Nigeria’s 1-1 draw with Benin in the 2025 AFCON qualifiers. The move highlights the club’s urgency to prepare for an important match against Arsenal immediately after the international break. Super Eagles caretaker coach
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