Ikorodu City Players Trapped in Stadium After Hostile Reaction in Ibadan

Ikorodu City Players Trapped in Stadium After Hostile Reaction in Ibadan

The Nigeria Premier Football League once again witnessed a troubling episode of fan violence as players and officials of Ikorodu City were reportedly held hostage by irate Shooting Stars supporters after a goalless draw at the Lekan Salami Stadium in Ibadan. Following the match on Sunday, tensions escalated rapidly as home fans, frustrated by the […]

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Eguma Backs Enyimba to Secure Top 3 Finish and CAF Competition Return

Eguma Backs Enyimba to Secure Top 3 Finish and CAF Competition Return

Enyimba head coach Stanley Eguma remains confident that the People’s Elephant can finish among the top three in the 2024/2025 Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL and return to continental competition. Despite sitting in eighth place with 46 points 14 behind league leaders Remo Stars Eguma believes the season is far from over. The Aba giants

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Ameobi Scouts Onugkha in Denmark as Striker Eyes Eagles Future

Ameobi Scouts Onugkha in Denmark as Striker Eyes Eagles Future

Former Super Eagles striker Shola Ameobi was spotted at the Vejle Stadion on Sunday, representing Newcastle United on scouting duties during a Danish Superliga clash between Vejle Boldklub and Aalborg BK. Ameobi, currently the Premier League club’s Loan Coordinator, was in Denmark to monitor Norwegian midfielder Travis Hernes, who is on loan at Aalborg from

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Sholumade Late Winner Wins NPFL Player of the Week,Boosts Rivers United

Sholumade Late Winner Wins NPFL Player of the Week,Boosts Rivers United

Boluwaji Sholumade has been named NPFL Player of the Week for Matchday 32 after scoring a dramatic late winner that breathed new life into Rivers United’s title aspirations. The 22 year old defender, formerly of Akwa United and Sunshine Stars, powered home an 84th-minute header to seal a crucial 1-0 victory over league leaders Remo

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Iwobi Makes Premier League History in Fulham’s Victory Over Liverpool

Iwobi Makes Premier League History in Fulham’s Victory Over Liverpool

Alex Iwobi has become the first Nigerian footballer to record more than 30 goals and 30 assists in the Premier League, achieving the milestone during Fulham’s thrilling 3-2 win over Liverpool at Craven Cottage. The 28 year old midfielder delivered a standout performance, scoring Fulham’s second goal in the 32nd minute his eighth in the

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Okonkwo and Goodman Shine with Clean Sheets, Boosting Nigeria Prospects

Okonkwo and Goodman Shine with Clean Sheets, Boosting Nigeria Prospects

Two English-born goalkeepers with Nigerian heritage Arthur Okonkwo and Owen Goodman delivered standout performances over the weekend, keeping clean sheets for their respective clubs in the English Football League. Their performances come at a critical time, as the Nigeria Football Federation NFF continues to evaluate goalkeeping options for the Super Eagles. Arthur Okonkwo, a product

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Victor Musa Nets Double Hat-trick as Man United U-18s Thrash Leeds

Victor Musa Nets Double Hat-trick as Man United U-18s Thrash Leeds

Nigerian-Spanish youngster Victor Musa stole the show as Manchester United U 18s obliterated Leeds United 13-1 in an astonishing Premier League North clash. The 18 year old forward netted six goals in the first half alone, grabbing two hat tricks before half time in what can only be described as a masterclass in finishing. Musa

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Onuachu Faces Fitness Battle Ahead of Spurs Clash

Onuachu Faces Fitness Battle Ahead of Spurs Clash

Southampton striker Paul Onuachu is in a race against time to be fit for today’s Premier League showdown with Tottenham Hotspur, following an ankle injury sustained during the Saints’ midweek 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace. The 30 year old Nigerian was substituted late in that game and subsequently missed a training session, raising doubts about

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Churchill Oliseh Receives 2025 Award of Excellence from Taraba Coaches

Churchill Oliseh Receives 2025 Award of Excellence from Taraba Coaches

Barrister Churchill Oliseh, President of FC Ebedei, has been presented with the prestigious 2025 Award of Excellence by the Taraba State Chapter of the Nigeria Football Coaches Association. The honour, awarded on April 4th, recognises his relentless efforts and contributions to grassroots football development in Nigeria, with a particular focus on Taraba State. Oliseh’s leadership

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