Nigerians Abroad

Arsenal-trained goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo has revealed that he received his foundational development at the north London club and is now firmly focused on representing Nigeria at senior level. Born in London to Nigerian parents, the 22 year old has featured for England at youth levels, including the U‑16 and U‑18 sides. However, having impressed on […]

German Onugkha, a forward at FC Copenhagen with Russian and Nigerian heritage, has reportedly spurned a call‑up to Russia as he seeks to represent Nigeria instead. Born in Moscow to a Russian mother and Nigerian father, the 28 year old striker stood down from Russia’s squad for friendlies against Thailand and Vietnam in September 2024,

Former Super Eagles forward Joseph Akpala has returned to Club Brugge this time in a coaching capacity as the Belgian giants announce his appointment as player development coach in their youth academy. Akpala, who starred for the club from 2008 to 2012 netting 39 goals in 105 league appearances previously joined KV Kortrijk’s coaching staff

Kaduna-born goalkeeper Mathew Yakubu was the hero as OFK Baník Lehota pod Vtáčnikom secured a historic promotion to Slovakia’s MonacoBet Liga 2. The 26 year old Nigerian produced two decisive saves in a tense penalty shootout victory over MFK Snina after the playoff match ended goalless in both regulation and extra time. Yakubu’s performance capped

FC Krasnodar winger Olakunle Olusegun has revealed he helped his Super Eagles teammates navigate their brief trip to Russia by teaching them basic Russian phrases ahead of Nigeria’s recent friendly against the Russian national team in Moscow. Olusegun, who recently played a pivotal role in Krasnodar’s league title triumph, made his senior debut for Nigeria

Premier League side Wolverhampton Wanderers have confirmed their retained and released list following the 2024–25 season, making key decisions on several players of Nigerian descent. Among them, defender Temple Ojinnaka has been offered a new contract, while fellow centre back Testimony Igbinoghene has been released. Ojinnaka, a versatile 20 year old who can play in

In a candid interview, Slavia Prague’s rising Nigerian talent David Moses revealed his football inspirations and surprisingly, they don’t include Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo. Instead, the 21 year old midfielder pointed to Neymar and Super Eagles winger Moses Simon as his key influences. While growing up in Nigeria, David Moses admitted he didn’t follow