Nigerians Abroad

A record-breaking move out of Norway’s lower leagues has taken Daniel Job across the Atlantic to Major League Soccer. Major League Soccer side FC Dallas have completed the signing of Nigerian winger Daniel Job on a permanent transfer from Norwegian club Kongsvinger IL. The 21 year old has signed a contract running through the 2029 […]

A late withdrawal against Preston sparked fitness concerns over Ryan Alebiosu, but his manager isn’t panicking. Blackburn Rovers head coach Tony Mowbray expects Nigeria international Ryan Alebiosu to be fit for the club’s Championship fixture against Lincoln City this weekend. Alebiosu was replaced by Lucas Houghton in the closing stages of Blackburn’s goalless draw with

Fresh off a seven-goal opening statement, Edo Queens now face a tougher test against Cote d’Ivoire’s ASEC Mimosas, who arrive with a Nigerian forward of their own in the ranks. Edo Queens face a crucial WAFU B Women’s Champions League Qualifying Tournament test against Cote d’Ivoire’s ASEC Mimosas Feminines on Thursday. The Group B encounter

After a summer of exit speculation and a shaky start to the season, Sevilla’s coach has moved to put any doubts about Chidera Ejuke’s role to rest. Sevilla head coach Luis Garcia Plaza has confirmed that Super Eagles winger Chidera Ejuke remains an important part of his plans, describing him as an impactful option who

Weeks after Diego Simeone apologised for using him out of position, Ademola Lookman has responded not with frustration, but with a goal and a message of gratitude. Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman says he is learning a great deal under Atletico Madrid head coach Diego Simeone, even after being deployed out of position as a

Moses Simon’s second appearance for Paris FC was a productive one, as the club moved top of Ligue 1 with a comfortable win over Nice. Super Eagles winger Moses Simon was in action as Paris FC thrashed Nice 3-0 in Sunday’s Ligue 1 fixture. Simon, making his second appearance for the Paris club, put in

Umar Sadiq kept Valencia in the fight with an early reply, but two unfortunate own goals proved too much to overcome at Riazor. Super Eagles striker Umar Sadiq was on target for Valencia, but two own goals helped Deportivo La Coruna to a 3-1 win in Sunday’s La Liga clash. Sadiq, making his third appearance

Two years after arriving at Oakwell, Kelechi Nwakali’s Barnsley chapter has come to a close by mutual agreement. English League One club Barnsley have confirmed the departure of Nigerian midfielder Kelechi Nwakali by mutual consent. The club stated that the 28-year-old’s exit remains subject to approval from the English Football League. In a statement on

Born in Italy to Nigerian parents, Honest Ahanor was only eligible to play for Nigeria until he turned 18 — by the time Chelsea came calling, he had already committed his international future to Italy. Chelsea are in advanced talks over a €40 million deal for Atalanta defender Honest Ahanor, an 18-year-old born in Italy

After 26 goals last season, Paul Onuachu is yet to open his account this term, but his coach isn’t worried. Trabzonspor head coach Fatih Tekke has urged patience with Super Eagles striker Paul Onuachu, who is yet to score this season following a prolific 2025/26 campaign. Onuachu was one of Trabzonspor’s standout performers last term,