Jacob Murphy Shines as England Targets Newcastle Amid Nigeria Interest

Jacob Murphy Shines as England Targets Newcastle Amid Nigeria Interest

By / Nigerians Abroad /

Newcastle United’s commanding 4-1 victory over Manchester United at St. James’ Park on Sunday evening had an extra layer of intrigue, with England manager Thomas Tuchel closely observing several players, including in-form winger Jacob Murphy. The win propelled Newcastle into the Premier League’s top four, overtaking Manchester City, Chelsea, and Aston Villa. While the official […]

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Ogbuehi Makes Osasuna Bench in La Liga Debut Opportunity Against Girona

Ogbuehi Makes Osasuna Bench in La Liga Debut Opportunity Against Girona

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Nigerian forward Sixtus Ogbuehi earned his first senior matchday call-up for Osasuna as they secured a 2-1 win over Girona in Sunday’s La Liga encounter at El Sadar Stadium. The 22 year old was drafted in to replace Raúl García, who was ruled out with an eye injury sustained in training. Though Ogbuehi was an

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Plymouth Boss Lauds Tijani After Match-Winner vs Sheffield United

Plymouth Boss Lauds Tijani After Match-Winner vs Sheffield United

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Former Nigeria U20 forward Muhamed Tijani was the hero for Plymouth Argyle on Saturday as he scored a late winner in their dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over Sheffield United in the Championship. The 25 year old, on loan from Slavia Prague, found the net in the 88th minute his second goal since joining the English

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Otele Scores Twice, Adds Assist in Basel’s 4-0 Rout of Zurich

Otele Scores Twice, Adds Assist in Basel’s 4-0 Rout of Zurich

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Nigerian forward Philip Otele delivered a stellar performance for Swiss Super League leaders FC Basel, netting a brace and providing an assist in a commanding 4-0 win over FC Zurich. On loan from a UAE-based club, the 25 year old opened the scoring in the 10th minute before assisting the second goal that gave Basel

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Tyrique George Breaks Babayaro’s Record, Yet to Hear from Nigeria

Tyrique George Breaks Babayaro’s Record, Yet to Hear from Nigeria

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Chelsea forward Tyrique George made history by becoming the youngest Nigeria-eligible player to score in European competition for the Blues, but has yet to receive any contact from the Nigerian Football Federation regarding his international future. George, aged 19 years and 65 days, scored his first senior goal during Chelsea’s 3-0 away victory over Legia

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Super Eagles Coach Scouts Monaco’s Ilenikhena Amid Squad Revamp

Super Eagles Coach Scouts Monaco’s Ilenikhena Amid Squad Revamp

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Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle was in attendance at Stade Louis II on Saturday to watch Monaco’s teenage striker George Ilenikhena in action during their 3-0 victory over Olympique Marseille. The coach is reportedly preparing to refresh his squad ahead of Nigeria’s critical 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers scheduled for September and October. Ilenikhena,

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Rangers Honour Late Chukwu, Launch Condolence Register in Enugu

Rangers Honour Late Chukwu, Launch Condolence Register in Enugu

By / History /

Enugu Rangers have begun formal mourning for the late ex-player and club legend Christian Chukwu, who passed away earlier this week. The club announced the opening of a condolence register at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, inviting fans, well-wishers, and the football community to pay their respects. Chukwu, affectionately nicknamed “Chairman,” was a towering figure in

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Okoli Scores First EPL Goal as Van Nistelrooy Hails His Passion

Okoli Scores First EPL Goal as Van Nistelrooy Hails His Passion

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Leicester City centre-back Caleb Okoli opened his Premier League goal account with a powerful header in the 74th minute to secure a 2-2 draw against Brighton at the Amex Stadium. The 23 year old Italian-Nigerian defender converted a well delivered free kick from Bilal El Khannouss to equalise after Leicester had twice fallen behind. João

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Juventus Turn to Lookman After Osimhen Snub

Juventus Turn to Lookman After Osimhen Snub

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Juventus have shifted their transfer focus to Ademola Lookman after failing to secure a deal for fellow Super Eagles star Victor Osimhen. Osimhen’s camp recently rejected a move to the Turin giants, with Napoli’s €75 million release clause reportedly not applicable to Italian clubs, complicating negotiations further. As a result, the Bianconeri are now intensifying

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