Youth Development

Chizzy Ezenwata, son of former Gombe United star Ndubuisi Ezenwata, showcased his talent in his competitive debut for Chelsea U18s, scoring twice in a 5-2 defeat to Brighton & Hove Albion at the Cobham Training Centre. Ezenwata, who impressed during pre season, came close to securing a hat trick but saw his header hit the […]

Arsenal prodigy Ethan Nwaneri has shared that Manchester City’s star midfielder Kevin De Bruyne was his inspiration growing up. Despite not officially being promoted to Arsenal’s first team for the 2024-2025 season, Nwaneri has been training with the senior squad since pre season and has participated in high profile friendlies against teams such as Manchester

The Nigeria Youth League Cup NYLC is set to commence its inaugural season on September 8, 2024, running through to April 2025. This tournament aims to provide a premier platform for young footballers aged 16 to 19, offering a competitive and developmental environment. The league will feature 30 teams, split into two groups, with a

Top Belgian club Anderlecht has joined the race to sign Babatunde Akomolede, the 17 year old Sporting Lagos defender who was named the MVP of the 2024 Gothia Cup. Akomolede’s impressive performances, particularly his powerful long throws, have caught the attention of several European clubs. Alongside Anderlecht, Aston Villa, Everton, Hammarby, Tromsø, Feyenoord, and Ajax

Newcastle United has confirmed the signing of Denmark U21 international of Nigerian descent, William Osula, from Sheffield United. The transfer, reportedly worth £10 million plus add ons potentially raising the total to £15 million, ends Osula’s association with the Blades. Osula follows in the footsteps of Nigerian heritage players Obafemi Martins and Celestine Babayaro at

In an ambitious move to enhance football in Lagos, the Lagos State Football Association LSFA is set to host the ‘Saturday Football Fiesta’ on August 10, 2024. The event will be held at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Onikan, Lagos, from 7 am to 10 am. It targets young boys and girls with various exciting

Melvin Ukpeigbe, a defender eligible for Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets, will remain at Real Madrid for the upcoming season, despite interest from Bayer Leverkusen. The 17 year old right back, who was on loan to Bayer Leverkusen last season, will start the season with Real Madrid C, the club’s second reserve team. During his loan at

Former Golden Eaglets striker Tijjani Mohammed has commenced training with Hammarby, a Swedish club, ahead of his official unveiling. Mohammed has joined Hammarby Talang FF, the club’s reserve team, on a loan deal for the remainder of the 2024 season, with an option to buy. If he impresses during his loan spell, he could sign

A Nigerian Golden Eaglets star has signed his first professional contract with a prominent Austrian club. This marks a significant milestone in his career, transitioning from youth football to the professional stage in Europe. The transition from youth football to a professional career is a significant leap, filled with challenges and opportunities. For the Golden