Torunarigha Left Frustrated After Missing Out on Playing Time - Father

Torunarigha Left Frustrated After Missing Out on Playing Time – Father

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Super Eagles defender Jordan Torunarigha was reportedly left frustrated and bitter after not featuring in Nigeria’s crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe. According to his father, former Nigerian international Ojokojo Torunarigha, the Gent centre-back was upset at not getting any minutes on the pitch. “He’s bitter he didn’t play, he’s not […]

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Moses Simon Nominated for Ligue 1’s Best African Player Award

Moses Simon Nominated for Ligue 1’s Best African Player Award

By / Fan Zone /

Nigerian international and Nantes winger Moses Simon has been nominated for the prestigious Marc-Vivien Foé Award, which recognises the best African player in the French Ligue 1. The award, named in honour of the late Cameroonian midfielder who tragically passed away during a match in 2003, celebrates outstanding African talent in France’s top flight league.

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Nasarawa Amazons Eye Payback Against Abia Angels, Derby Day in Ibadan

Nasarawa Amazons Eye Payback Against Abia Angels, Derby Day in Ibadan

By / Women's Football /

Nasarawa Amazons will be out for revenge when they host Abia Angels today at the Lafia City Stadium in a key Nigeria Women Football League NWFL Matchday 10 fixture. The Chris Danjuma-led side are seeking to overturn the 3-0 defeat they suffered in the reverse fixture on Matchday 2. Riding high after winning both of

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Igoh Ogbu Becomes Most Valuable Nigerian Right-Footed Centre-Back

Igoh Ogbu Becomes Most Valuable Nigerian Right-Footed Centre-Back

By / Transfer News /

Super Eagles defender Igoh Ogbu has reached a new career milestone after Transfermarkt updated his market value to €10 million, making him the most expensive Nigerian right-footed central defender. This comes just over two weeks after Slavia Prague head coach Jindřich Trpišovský publicly stated that the defender was undervalued. Ogbu, who received his first senior

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Juventus Target Osimhen as Top Summer Signing, Lookman Also on Radar

Juventus Target Osimhen as Top Summer Signing, Lookman Also on Radar

By / Nigerian Football News /

Victor Osimhen has emerged as Juventus’ number one transfer target ahead of the summer window, according to Italian outlet Tuttosport. The Napoli striker, who was signed by Juventus sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli during his previous tenure at Napoli, is now the prime focus as the Serie A giants aim to bolster their attacking options. However,

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Aina Injury Forces Tactical Shift as Forest Stun Manchester United

Aina Injury Forces Tactical Shift as Forest Stun Manchester United

By / Health and Fitness /

Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espírito Santo has explained his decision to switch formations following the injury to Nigerian international Ola Aina during their 1-0 win over Manchester United on Tuesday night at the City Ground. Super Eagles fullback Aina was forced off in the 39th minute with what is suspected to be a calf-related injury.

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Kayode Scores Again to Fire Esenler Erokspor to Victory Over Ankaragucu

Kayode Scores Again to Fire Esenler Erokspor to Victory Over Ankaragucu

By / Events and Tournaments /

Olanrewaju Kayode continued his impressive scoring form in Turkey as he found the net once again to help Esenler Erokspor claim a 3-1 league victory over Ankaragucu on Monday. The former Shakhtar Donetsk striker struck in the 35th minute, restoring his team’s lead after Ankaragucu had equalised. This latest goal takes Kayode’s tally to five

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Musa, Abdullahi Doubts as Kano Pillars Prepare for Heartland Clash

Musa, Abdullahi Doubts as Kano Pillars Prepare for Heartland Clash

By / Nigerian Premier League /

Kano Pillars may be without key veterans Ahmed Musa and Shehu Abdullahi for their pivotal NPFL Matchday 32 encounter against Heartland FC in Owerri on Saturday, April 5, 2025. Musa, who recently returned to the club following a short spell in Turkey, is currently in Saudi Arabia for religious observance and is yet to return.

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Michael Ihiekwe Makes Championship Team of the Week

Michael Ihiekwe Makes Championship Team of the Week

By / International Nigerian Footballers /

Sheffield Wednesday defender Michael Ihiekwe has been named in the Championship Team of the Week following his standout performance in the club’s 1-1 draw against Cardiff City. The 31 year old centre back, who has declared his international allegiance to Nigeria, is now hoping for a Super Eagles call-up. Ihiekwe marked his 100th Championship appearance

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Super Eagles Coach Eyes Chelsea Loanees and Bundesliga Goalkeeper

Super Eagles Coach Eyes Chelsea Loanees and Bundesliga Goalkeeper

By / National Team News /

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has confirmed that he is closely monitoring a group of eligible dual-nationality players, including Chelsea midfielders Lesley Ugochukwu and Carney Chukwuemeka, as well as Freiburg goalkeeper Noah Atubolu, as part of his plans to strengthen Nigeria’s squad. Chelle stated that while he has not yet personally contacted the players,

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