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Akintola joins Hull City, links up with Super Eagles’ Semi Ajayi

By Kelechi / Transfer News / August 16, 2025

Hull City have confirmed the signing of Nigerian winger David Akintola on a two-year contract, pairing him with fellow Super Eagles defender Semi Ajayi in the Championship side’s ranks. The 29 year old arrives with a wealth of European experience, having logged over 270 senior appearances—including 147 in the Turkish Süper Lig. His recent spell

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Semi Ajayi ruled out of Super Eagles World Cup qualifiers

By Kelechi / National Team News / August 16, 2025

Semi Ajayi will now miss Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying clashes against Rwanda and South Africa in September due to a hamstring injury. The centre-back picked up the injury during Hull City’s Sky Bet Championship fixture against Coventry City last weekend. Initially absent from their Carabao Cup tie at Wrexham United as a precaution,

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Remo Stars secure Alladoum from CAR as new shot-stopper

By Kelechi / Transfer News / August 15, 2025

Remo Stars have officially signed Central African Republic goalkeeper Kolimba Alladoum, the Nigeria Premier Football League champions confirmed. He joins on a free transfer following the expiration of his contract with Katsina United, where he enjoyed two years of service. Last season, he kept an impressive 16 clean sheets in 36 league appearances. Alladoum succeeds

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Super Eagles Defender Heads to Red Star Belgrade for Champions League Push

By Kelechi / Transfer News / August 15, 2025

Franklin Degaulle Tebo Uchenna, a centre-back with a single Super Eagles cap, has sealed a transfer to Serbian giants Red Star Belgrade. The deal was finalised on 13 August 2025 following the club’s progression past Lech in the Champions League play-offs. He joins from Norway’s Sarpsborg 08, with the transfer valued at €2.5 million plus

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Porto’s Zaidu Assures Fans He’s Fully Behind the Super Eagles

By Kelechi / News / August 14, 2025

Porto’s left-back Zaidu Sanusi has forcefully denied media claims suggesting he might decline a call-up to represent Nigeria at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. He has reassured the Nigeria Football Federation, Super Eagles supporters and manager Eric Chelle that he remains fully committed and is ready to answer the call. Sanusi last

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17 Year Old Chigozie Shines on Full Luton Debut in Carabao Cup

By Kelechi / News / August 13, 2025

Luton Town celebrated the full debut of 17 year old centre-back Christian Chigozie in a Carabao Cup match against Coventry City. Born in Spain and eligible to represent Nigeria, Spain or England, Chigozie signed professional terms last season and had previously been named on the bench in a Premier League match at Arsenal. He slotted

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Sunday Oliseh Warns Osimhen: Delay in EPL Move Could Diminish Value

By Kelechi / Interviews / August 13, 2025

Former Super Eagles captain Sunday Oliseh has expressed concern over Victor Osimhen’s decision-making at this pivotal career moment. Speaking on social media, Oliseh urged the striker not to delay his move to the Premier League or risk regretting it later. He emphasised that clubs like Manchester United and Arsenal remain ideal destinations for sustained growth

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Kwara United Add Six Players, Target Two More for CAFCC Challenge

By Kelechi / Transfer News / August 13, 2025

Kwara United, one of Nigeria’s two representatives in the 2025/26 CAF Confederation Cup, have strengthened their Harmony Boys squad with six fresh signings. The Ilorin-based side are not done yet, as two more potential recruits remain under close evaluation. These reinforcements are aimed at ensuring the club makes a competitive statement on the continental stage.

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Nigeria Eliminated Early from CHAN After Devastating 4–0 Loss to Sudan

By Kelechi / National Team News / August 13, 2025

In a dramatic and disappointing night for the Super Eagles B, Nigeria suffered a crushing 4–0 defeat to Sudan in their second Group D fixture of CHAN 2024, bringing their tournament to a premature end in Zanzibar. The result sees them exit the competition with two games played, no points, and no goals scored. The

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Championship Clubs Eye Dapo Afolayan—Forward Open to Nigeria

By Kelechi / Transfer News / August 12, 2025

St Pauli winger Dapo Afolayan is drawing attention from several Championship clubs as the summer transfer window enters its final three weeks. Leicester City, West Bromwich Albion, Blackburn Rovers and Swansea City have all reportedly showed interest, while Belgian sides Gent and Racing Genk continue to monitor the star’s situation. The 27 year old forward,

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