Youth Development

In a sterling display of skill, Bosun Lawal, on loan from Celtic, has been heralded as a key performer in League One this week. His contributions were pivotal in Fleetwood Town’s 2-0 triumph over Northampton Town at Highbury Stadium, marking the club’s first victory since early March. The 20 year old Irish Nigerian defender not […]

The Ejiofor brothers David Obinna, Divine Ikenna, and Destiny Kosiso are currently the talk of Barcelona’s prestigious youth academy, La Masia, following their remarkable performances last Saturday. Each brother managed to score twice for their respective teams, showcasing their talent and making their family proud. David, the oldest at 14, plays for Cadete B and

Brighton and Hove Albion, a club celebrated for its global scouting acumen, has shown interest in Philip Otele, a relatively unknown 24 year old Nigerian winger from Romanian team CFR Cluj, who also excels as a forward. Otele has attracted attention from several English Premier League clubs this season, backed by an impressive record of

In a spirited dash against time, newly minted coach Manu Garba is fervently assembling a squad capable of carrying Nigeria’s pride at the upcoming U17 AFCON sub regional qualifiers in Ghana next month. This comes after Garba, a favoured choice, officially reclaimed his role at the helm of Nigeria’s U17 team. With just a month

In a decisive Premier League 2 match, Chelsea’s development squad secured their spot in the title deciding playoffs with a commanding 4-0 victory over Aston Villa at Bodymoor Heath. England youth international with Nigerian heritage, Tyrique George, played a pivotal role in this triumph, contributing a goal in the second half that helped seal Chelsea’s

In an exciting development for Nigerian football, the country’s U15 squad, known as the Future Eagles, is set to embark on a journey to Spain this Tuesday. They are participating in the UEFA U16 Development Tournament, a prestigious event for which they have received a special invitation. This nod comes in recognition of Nigeria’s illustrious

Nigeria’s U17 national team, the Golden Eaglets, are reportedly facing unprecedented challenges in their preparations for the upcoming U17 AFCON qualifiers in Ghana. With the WAFU B qualifiers set to commence on May 15, the Nigeria Football Federation NFF has yet to appoint a head coach or announce the opening date for the training camp.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has included two teenagers of Nigerian descent, Cam’ron Ismail and Ethan Nwaneri, in the first team’s training session ahead of their Premier League match against Manchester City. This move comes as the Gunners prepare for a significant clash at the Etihad Stadium, with Arsenal currently leading the Premier League standings. Cam’ron

Ajax Amsterdam is reportedly considering a move for Aston Villa’s young midfielder, Tim Iroegbunam, who is eligible to play for the Super Eagles through his Nigerian heritage. The England U20 international has caught the eye of the Dutch Eredivisie giants following his impressive performances, particularly in the Europa Conference League and recent U20 League fixtures.

In an electrifying U16 international friendly, the Nigerian U16 national team, also known as the Future Eagles, secured a remarkable 5-3 victory over Morocco’s Young Atlas Lions at the Mohammed VI Football Complex. This win comes as a sweet redemption for the Future Eagles following a controversial defeat in their previous encounter with Morocco on