Nigerians Abroad

Young Nigerian-heritage defender Zach Molomo is emerging as one of the brightest prospects in U.S. football. Currently plying his trade with North Texas SC, the talented centre-back is fast building a reputation for his composure, confidence and commanding presence in defence. The left-footed youngster is admired for his ball-playing ability, calmness under pressure and his […]

Teenage sensation Nicholas Oyekunle has made his long-awaited senior debut for Southampton F.C. in their 2-0 home defeat by Preston North End F.C..  The 18 year old forward entered the match in the 86th minute, replacing full-back Mads Roerslev as Southampton sought a late equaliser. Oyekunle has already made headlines in the youth ranks, recording

Comfort Erhabor, the Nigerian-eligible goalkeeper currently with Portsmouth Women, is preparing to make her competitive debut in England’s Women’s Super League 2 with the club ahead of the 2025-26 campaign. At just 20 years old, Erhabor has already had loan spells at Hibernian Women (Scotland) and Plymouth Argyle Women as part of her development from

Coaches from both the reigning world champions and African champions have offered updates on the international future of Edna Imade, the 25 year old forward currently on loan from Bayern Munich. Born in Morocco, of Nigerian parentage, and having lived for more than two decades in Spain, Imade is eligible to represent Morocco, Nigeria or

Mikel Arteta, manager of Arsenal, has handed first-team training opportunities to three teenagers of Nigerian descent as the Gunners prepared for their Premier League clash with Fulham. Seventeen year old midfielder Ife Ibrahim and eighteen year old forward Daniel Oyetunde took part in the session at the Sobha Realty Training Centre on Friday. Ibrahim is in his

Nigerian‑born footballer Osas Schmidt has opened up about her decision to play for Switzerland instead of Nigeria, stating that the Super Eagles never approached her about representing Nigeria. She claimed that despite her eligibility, there was no outreach from Nigerian football authorities before she opted for the Swiss national side. Schmidt emphasises that the lack

Leicester City’s promising right-back, Olabade Aluko, has received a late call-up to the England U20 squad ahead of their friendly against Switzerland. This development follows Nigeria’s earlier attempt to engage the 18 year old, who made history as the youngest player of Nigerian descent to debut in the Premier League for Leicester City. Aluko’s inclusion

Born in Hvidovre, Denmark, to Nigerian parents, Chukwuani remains eligible to represent Nigeria at the international level. However, his participation in this competitive fixture now places Denmark in a stronger position to secure his long-term commitment. Should Chukwuani decide to switch his allegiance to Nigeria in the future, he would require FIFA approval for a

Fortuna Hjørring forward Joy Omewa has been dazzling this season, and her purple patch has stirred debate over whether she should be recalled to the Super Falcons. Her form in Denmark has been impressive Omewa has already scored four league goals this campaign, and has added several more in European fixtures. Last season she was

Manuel Akanji, Inter Milan centre-back, has opened up about the meaning behind the tattoo of an eagle on his left arm, revealing it as a tribute to his Nigerian heritage and the Super Eagles. Born in Wiesendangen, Switzerland to a Swiss mother and Nigerian father, Akanji explained in an interview with Inter TV that despite