Dele-Bashiru Faces Scrutiny After Error in Lazio’s Draw with Torino

Dele-Bashiru Faces Scrutiny After Error in Lazio’s Draw with Torino

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Lazio manager Marco Baroni has shed light on his decision to bring on Nigerian midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru during their recent 1-1 draw against Torino, revealing that the change was prompted by Pedro’s request to be substituted after a demanding performance. Pedro, a former Chelsea winger, had been one of Lazio’s most effective players before being […]

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Bayo Ajayi Donates ₦500,000 to Boost Ekiti United Ahead of New Season

Bayo Ajayi Donates ₦500,000 to Boost Ekiti United Ahead of New Season

By / Merchandising and Branding /

With the 2025 Nigeria Nationwide League One NLO season on the horizon, Ekiti United FC has received a timely financial uplift from club patron Bayo Ajayi, who generously donated ₦500,000 to aid the team’s development and enhance player welfare. The announcement came during a familiarisation meeting at the Oluyemi Kayode Stadium in Ado-Ekiti, attended by

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Imoh Ezekiel’s Unexpected Career Path: From Super Eagles to Nepal

Imoh Ezekiel’s Unexpected Career Path: From Super Eagles to Nepal

By / Transfer News /

Once a rising star at Belgian giants Standard Liège and a Super Eagles call-up, Imoh Ezekiel’s career has taken a curious and unconventional route. After establishing himself in Belgium, he made a big-money move to Qatari club Al-Arabi, which included loan stints back at Standard Liège and Anderlecht. However, his form steadily declined following his

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Jimoh-Aloba Shine as Aston Villa Knock Out Man United in FA Youth Cup

Jimoh-Aloba Shine as Aston Villa Knock Out Man United in FA Youth Cup

By / Youth Development and Scouting /

Aston Villa secured a place in the FA Youth Cup final after a dramatic penalty shootout victory over Manchester United on Monday night, with Nigerian talent Jamaldeen Jimoh-Aloba playing a pivotal role. The match ended 1-1 after extra time, and Villa triumphed 3-1 in the shootout at Villa Park, in front of over 1,000 travelling

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Zaidu Sanusi Shuts Down Leeds United Transfer Rumours

Zaidu Sanusi Shuts Down Leeds United Transfer Rumours

By / Transfer News /

Super Eagles left back Zaidu Sanusi has categorically denied reports linking him with a summer move to English Championship side Leeds United, calling the claims “a lie.” The FC Porto defender, who is currently working to regain full fitness following an ACL injury, dismissed rumours that he had received or was negotiating a four-year contract

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Eric Chelle Embraces Super Eagles Job, Eyes New Faces

Eric Chelle Embraces Super Eagles Job, Eyes New Faces

By / Football Training and Coaching /

Eric Sekou Chelle, head coach of the Super Eagles, is fully embracing life in Nigeria and is already making plans for the future of the national team. Speaking candidly in Abuja, the former defender shared insights on his first matches in charge, the atmosphere in camp, and his plans to rejuvenate the squad. Following Nigeria’s

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Onugkha Applauds Mortensen as Danish Superliga’s Top Striker

Onugkha Applauds Mortensen as Danish Superliga’s Top Striker

By / Interviews /

German Onugkha, a Russian-born forward of Nigerian descent, currently on loan at Vejle BK from FC Copenhagen, has named AGF’s Patrick Mortensen as the best striker in the Danish Superliga. Despite scoring in six consecutive matches and reaching ten goals in fifteen appearances, Onugkha opted for humility over self praise. Born in Moscow to a

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Xabi Alonso Confirms Nathan Tella Close to Return for Leverkusen

Xabi Alonso Confirms Nathan Tella Close to Return for Leverkusen

By / Health and Fitness /

Bayer Leverkusen head coach Xabi Alonso has given a positive update on Nigerian forward Nathan Tella, suggesting he may return to action in their upcoming DFB Pokal match against Arminia Bielefeld. Tella had been sidelined with a muscular injury picked up after Leverkusen’s 2-0 defeat to Werder Bremen before the international break. The 25 year

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Doncaster Keen to Retain Olowu Amid Contract Uncertainty

Doncaster Keen to Retain Olowu Amid Contract Uncertainty

By / Youth Development and Scouting /

Doncaster Rovers manager Grant McCann has voiced the club’s intent to retain Joseph Olowu, the Nigerian-born centre-back and former Arsenal Hale End Academy product, whose contract is set to expire in the coming weeks. Olowu’s future has become a hot topic following a stellar season and his key role in Doncaster’s promotion to League One.

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Carrick Confident Iheanacho Will Keep Scoring for Middlesbrough

Carrick Confident Iheanacho Will Keep Scoring for Middlesbrough

By / Interviews /

Kelechi Iheanacho has netted his first goal for Middlesbrough since joining on loan from Sevilla, and manager Michael Carrick believes there are plenty more to come. The Nigerian forward found the back of the net early in the second half to draw Middlesbrough level against Oxford United, helping the team go on to win 2-1.

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