Agbejoye in Frame to Replace Yohanna at AIK as Brighton, Newcastle, Chelsea Battle for Nigerian Star

Agbejoye in Frame to Replace Yohanna at AIK as Brighton, Newcastle, Chelsea Battle for Nigerian Star

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Two Nigerian teenage wingers, one from Bauchi via a Kaduna academy and one from Sagamu in Ogun State, are at the centre of a remarkable transfer story that could see AIK Stockholm break the Swedish record for an outgoing transfer and immediately look to Nigeria for the replacement. AIK Stockholm have identified Grass Runners FC […]

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Marseille €18m Bid Falls Short — Sevilla Want €25m for Akor Adams

Marseille €18m Bid Falls Short — Sevilla Want €25m for Akor Adams

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The Super Eagles striker is Sevilla’s top scorer in 2025/26 and currently in Portugal with Nigeria’s squad ahead of Wednesday’s friendly, while French transfer outlet Fichajes reports Marseille have identified him as a summer priority target. Olympique Marseille have placed Akor Adams on their summer transfer shortlist and are prepared to submit an €18 million

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Trabzonspor Reject €11m Saudi Bid for Onuachu — But Door Is Open

Trabzonspor Reject €11m Saudi Bid for Onuachu — But Door Is Open

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The bid is the second Saudi offer for the 32 year old this calendar year, following Al-Ahli’s rejected approach in January, and Trabzonspor’s head coach has made no secret of the fact that he would prefer a different profile of striker next season. Trabzonspor have knocked back a €11 million offer from a Saudi Arabian

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Nunes Ruled Out vs Chile, Race to Recover for Nigeria — Martinez Update

Nunes Ruled Out vs Chile, Race to Recover for Nigeria — Martinez Update

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Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez has confirmed Matheus Nunes will miss Saturday’s friendly against Chile and is a doubt for Nigeria, while Joao Felix is expected to return to training and feature in the Chile game before Wednesday’s Super Eagles test. Roberto Martinez has provided a pre-match injury update ahead of Portugal’s double-header June fixtures,

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Slot Added to Fulham Shortlist — Iwobi, Bassey and Chukwueze Watch On

Slot Added to Fulham Shortlist — Iwobi, Bassey and Chukwueze Watch On

By / Nigerians Abroad /
With Marco Silva confirming his departure for Benfica and Arne Slot now available after his Liverpool sacking, the race to become the next Fulham manager is taking shape and the outcome matters enormously for the three Nigerians at the heart of the squad. Arne Slot has been added to Fulham’s managerial shortlist as the west

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Oshoala Penalty, Payne Strike Give Super Falcons 2-1 Win Over Senegal

Oshoala Penalty, Payne Strike Give Super Falcons 2-1 Win Over Senegal

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Nigeria were dominant for long periods in Ikenne, with Asisat Oshoala converting from the spot and Toni Payne finishing from inside the box as the Super Falcons put down a firm marker three weeks before WAFCON 2026 begins. Nigeria 2 – 1 Senegal International Friendly | Remo Stars Sports Complex, Ikenne | June 5, 2026

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NPFL Clubs Shut Out of FIFA's 5m World Cup Windfall — Again

NPFL Clubs Shut Out of FIFA’s $355m World Cup Windfall — Again

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As clubs from South Africa, Egypt, Morocco and Tunisia prepare to collect millions from FIFA’s landmark club compensation scheme, Nigeria’s domestic league is watching from the outside again with nothing to show from the biggest financial payout in World Cup history. FIFA has confirmed a record $355 million Club Benefits Programme for the 2026 World

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Bassey Leads, Fernandez Soars: Nigeria's 10 Most Valuable Defenders Ranked

Bassey Leads, Fernandez Soars: Nigeria’s 10 Most Valuable Defenders Ranked

By / Nigerians Abroad /
The latest Transfermarkt update reveals a Super Eagles defensive pool worth nearly €100m in total, with two players having increased their valuations by more than 5,000 percent in under two years. The latest Transfermarkt market value update has reshuffled Nigeria’s defensive rankings, with Calvin Bassey holding firm at the top and a new generation of

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Akpeyi Tips Morocco, Senegal to Lead Africa's 2026 World Cup Charge

Akpeyi Tips Morocco, Senegal to Lead Africa’s 2026 World Cup Charge

By / Events & Tournaments /
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup opening on June 11, the former Super Eagles number one says the continent has never had a better chance to produce multiple deep runs, and that the atmosphere in African football circles has not felt this optimistic in years. Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Daniel Akpeyi has backed Morocco and

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