Football In Nigeria

James Olayinka Joins Waterford FC After Arsenal and Cheltenham Stints

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / November 16, 2024

Former Arsenal academy graduate James Olayinka has joined League of Ireland Premier Division club Waterford FC. This move marks the 24 year old midfielder’s first venture into football outside England following his release from Cheltenham Town at the end of the 2023-2024 season. Olayinka spent 14 years at Arsenal, joining the club as a seven-year-old. […]

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Nottingham Forest Sends Private Jet for Ola Aina After AFCON Qualifier

By Kelechi Abel / National Team News / November 16, 2024

Ola Aina, Super Eagles defender and Nottingham Forest player returned to England via a private jet his Premier League club arranged following Nigeria’s 1-1 draw with Benin in the 2025 AFCON qualifiers. The move highlights the club’s urgency to prepare for an important match against Arsenal immediately after the international break. Super Eagles caretaker coach

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Super Eagles Secure Qualification as Group D Battle Intensifies

By Kelechi Abel / National Team News / November 16, 2024

The Super Eagles have booked their spot in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON in Morocco, finishing at the top of Group D with 11 points after five matches. However, the fight for the second qualification ticket remains fierce, with Benin, Rwanda, and Libya all still in contention. Benin missed a chance to strengthen

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Besiktas and Everton Compete for Super Eagles Star Samuel Chukwueze

By Kelechi Abel / Merchandising and Branding / November 15, 2024

Turkish giants Beşiktaş have joined Premier League side Everton in the race to sign Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze ahead of the January transfer window. The 25 year old has recorded an impressive 50 career goals across his time at Villarreal, AC Milan, and Nigeria’s national team. Chukwueze, a FIFA U17 World Cup winner, has

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Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali mourns father, receives support

By Kelechi Abel / Culture / November 15, 2024

Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali announced the passing of his father on Thursday, shortly after featuring in Nigeria’s 1-1 draw against Benin in a 2025 AFCON qualifier. The news, shared on his Instagram account with tearful emojis, came as a heartfelt message “Goodbye Dad.” Nwabali expressed his grief in the post, which offered little detail

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Super Eagles goalie Maduka Okoye dreams of playing for Chelsea

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / November 15, 2024

Maduka Okoye, goalkeeper for Nigeria’s Super Eagles and Udinese in Serie A, has revealed his admiration for Chelsea, naming the London club as his dream destination in the English Premier League. Okoye shared his thoughts during an interview with SportyTV, where he expressed his respect for Chelsea while remaining focused on his current role at

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Bayelsa Queens’ Coach Whyte Ogbonda Aims to Revive Team’s Fortunes

By Kelechi Abel / Nigerian Football News / November 15, 2024

Whyte Ogbonda, the newly appointed Technical Adviser for Bayelsa Queens Football Club, has pledged to deliver positive results for the team, driven by the support and trust shown by the Bayelsa State Government. Ogbonda, received warmly by Deputy Governor Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo and other state officials, described his appointment as an honour and vowed to

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Super Eagles Bus Attacked After Draw with Benin

By Kelechi Abel / Fan Zone / November 15, 2024

Angry fans attacked the Super Eagles’ team bus following their 1-1 draw with Benin at the Houphouet Boigny Stadium in Abidjan. The incident resulted in a shattered glass window, with fragments landing on some of the seats inside the bus. A TikTok video captured players, including Alex Iwobi, humorously welcoming newcomer Gabriel Osho to the

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Delta Ethnic Peace Cup set for Nov 17 to Dec 8

By Kelechi Abel / Local Clubs and Academies / November 15, 2024

The Centre for Peace, Environmental and Justice CEPEJ has announced the dates for the Delta Ethnic Peace and Unity Cup tournament, running from November 17th to December 8th. The initiative seeks to promote harmony among the six ethnic groups in Delta State through sports. The tournament will commence with a novelty match on November 17th

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Osimhen rescues Super Eagles with late equalizer against Benin

By Kelechi Abel / Events and Tournaments / November 15, 2024

Nigeria’s Super Eagles secured a 1-1 draw against Benin’s Cheetahs in a crucial 2025 AFCON qualifier, confirming their place in the tournament as Group D winners. The game, held in Benin, saw Victor Osimhen score a decisive equaliser in the 80th minute after the hosts had taken an early lead through Mohammed Tijani. Benin took

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