Nigerians Abroad

Emmanuel Uchegbu, the Nigerian U20 forward playing for AS Trencin, delivered a mesmerizing performance in a 3-3 draw against DAC Dunajska, dazzling scouts from top Eredivisie and Jupiler Pro League clubs at the MOL Aréna on Sunday. This goal, a contender for Goal of the Season, solidifies Uchegbu’s growing reputation in European football. With four […]

Caleb Okoli, Leicester City’s 23 year old central defender, has expressed his disappointment at not making a cap tying appearance for Italy despite being called up multiple times for UEFA Nations League matches in 2024. Okoli, who joined Leicester permanently from Atalanta last summer, has been a consistent performer in the Premier League, catching the

Chelsea Academy graduate Dapo Afolayan has expressed his ambition to represent the Super Eagles at the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite holding a single cap for England. Born in England to Nigerian parents, the 27 year old forward remains eligible to play for both the Three Lions and Nigeria’s national team. Afolayan’s sole appearance for

Nicholas Okosun, a dual national forward eligible to represent both Nigeria and the Republic of Ireland, has officially joined Championship side Watford. The 18 year old, who previously played for Irish club Bohemians, has signed a four and a half year contract with the Hornets, with the option of an additional year. While financial terms

Benin City born central defender Louis Enahoro Marcus, who plays for Liverpool’s U18 team, has expressed his willingness to represent Nigeria’s national teams. Despite holding a British passport, the 18 year old is eligible to play for Nigeria through his Nigerian parents. This decision mirrors the path of former Super Eagles star Victor Moses, also

The Danish Football Association DBU has confirmed it will not hastily cap tie Manchester United striker Chido Obi-Martin, despite the growing interest from Nigeria in the dual national forward. Obi-Martin recently became the all time leading scorer in the U18 Premier League with 37 goals in 25 matches, further intensifying the competition for his international

Tyron Akpata, an 18 year old West Ham United midfielder, has expressed his desire to represent Nigeria despite being born and raised in England. Akpata, who joined West Ham at the U15 level and recently signed his first professional contract, has been promoted to the club’s development squad. He has made nine Premier League 2

Scouts from leading European clubs, including Barcelona, Manchester United, and Tottenham Hotspur, attended FC Midtjylland’s UEFA Europa League clash with Eintracht Frankfurt to evaluate talent, including Nigerian right back Nnamdi Collins. The match, held at the MCH Arena, marked Collins’ tenth senior appearance for the Bundesliga side. Collins endured a challenging moment early in the

West Ham United loanee Princess Ademiluyi, eligible to represent Nigeria, is now provisionally tied to England after her debut for the Young Lionesses in a European Women’s Under19 Championship qualifier. The Charlton Athletic striker, wearing jersey number 16, came on as a substitute in the 62nd minute during England’s 2-1 win over Turkey. Ademiluyi previously

Chioma Okafor, a standout forward for the University of Connecticut UConn, has emerged as a promising talent eligible to represent Nigeria internationally. Born to a Nigerian father and a Malawian mother in Malawi, Okafor’s football journey reflects her perseverance and passion for the sport. Okafor’s talent first flourished in Malawi, where opportunities for girls in