Arsenal Promotes Two Nigerian Following Saka and Sterling Injuries

Arsenal Promotes Two Nigerian Following Saka and Sterling Injuries

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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has called up two inform Nigerian academy players, Nathan Butler Oyedeji and Andre Harriman Annous, to first team training ahead of the Premier League match against Ipswich Town on Friday. This decision comes after injuries sidelined key wingers Bukayo Saka and Raheem Sterling. Butler Oyedeji, the Arsenal U21 captain, has been […]

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Michael Adedokun Joins Sunusi Ibrahim at CF Montreal

Michael Adedokun Joins Sunusi Ibrahim at CF Montreal

By / Events & Tournaments /
Nigerian winger Michael Adedokun has been selected by CF Montreal as the 13th pick in the first round of the 2025 MLS SuperDraft. The Ohio State University standout joins fellow Nigerian Sunusi Ibrahim at the MLS club. Adedokun enjoyed a stellar 2024 season with the Ohio State Buckeyes, leading his team with 11 goals and

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Iwobi and Calvin Bassey Shine as Fulham Secure Victory Over Chelsea

Iwobi and Calvin Bassey Shine as Fulham Secure Victory Over Chelsea

By / Match Previews & Reviews /
Super Eagles stars Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey played pivotal roles in Fulham’s 2-1 Premier League triumph over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, marking Fulham’s first win at the venue since 1979. Iwobi’s 18th appearance of the season showcased his versatility before being substituted in the second half. Bassey delivered a solid defensive performance with 17

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Tolu Arokodare Leads Belgian Jupiler Pro League Scorers with Genk Brace

Tolu Arokodare Leads Belgian Jupiler Pro League Scorers with Genk Brace

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Nigerian forward Tolu Arokodare surged to the top of the Belgian Jupiler Pro League scoring charts after netting twice in Genk’s 2-2 draw against Antwerp. Arokodare, 24, now has 13 league goals this season, surpassing the 12 goals he scored in the entirety of last season. Arokodare’s form has reportedly caught the attention of the

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Ibrahim Abolade, 11, Shines Bright at Karim Adeyemi U15 Cup Final

Ibrahim Abolade, 11, Shines Bright at Karim Adeyemi U15 Cup Final

By / Local Clubs and Academies /
Ibrahim Abolade, an 11 year old attacking midfielder, emerged as the star of this year’s Karim Adeyemi U15 Cup held in Ibadan. Representing FC Peridot, Abolade claimed both the Most Valuable Player MVP and Highest Goal Scorer awards at the tournament organized by the Karim Adeyemi Foundation, established by Borussia Dortmund forward Karim Adeyemi, whose

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Ola Aina Reflects on Career Decisions and Move from Chelsea

Ola Aina Reflects on Career Decisions and Move from Chelsea

By / Player Profiles /
Nottingham Forest and Super Eagles full back Ola Aina opened up about his career journey, revealing that leaving Chelsea after 12 years was a step he took to push his professional growth. Aina, who joined Chelsea’s academy at age 10, made his senior debut in 2016 under Antonio Conte and was part of the youth

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Buruj Academy Sends Seven Rising Stars to European Clubs in January 2025

Buruj Academy Sends Seven Rising Stars to European Clubs in January 2025

By / Local Clubs and Academies /
Buruj Sports Academy continues to progress in player development, with seven top talents set to join European clubs in January 2025. This milestone underscores the academy’s commitment to nurturing young footballers for international success. Notable Transfers: Ubong Samson: A prolific striker heading to Spanish side Berja CF on January 7th. Peace Chukwuemeka Ogwu: A versatile

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Mikel Obi Reflects on 2013 AFCON Win as Career Highlight

Mikel Obi Reflects on 2013 AFCON Win as Career Highlight

By / Interviews /
Former Super Eagles captain Mikel Obi has described winning the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON with Nigeria as the pinnacle of his illustrious football career. The Super Eagles defeated Burkina Faso 1-0 in the final, with Mikel playing a crucial role throughout the tournament. Having won prestigious club titles, including the UEFA Champions League,

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Augustine Eguavoen on CHAN Eagles’ Path to Super Eagles Integration

Augustine Eguavoen on CHAN Eagles’ Path to Super Eagles Integration

By / National Team News /
Super Eagles caretaker coach Augustine Eguavoen has expressed confidence that players from the CHAN Eagles can transition to the senior national team. Eguavoen believes that the 2024 CHAN tournament, delayed to February, will serve as a platform for showcasing talent from Nigeria’s domestic league. Speaking in an interview on Kennis FM Radio, Eguavoen stated, “Qualification

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Injured Super Eagles Midfielder Raphael Onyedika Misses Another Game

Injured Super Eagles Midfielder Raphael Onyedika Misses Another Game

By / Injuries /
Raphael Onyedika, the Nigerian midfielder for Club Brugge, will not feature in the team’s final game of 2024 against Westerlo, despite initial optimism from head coach Nicky Hayen. The coach had expressed hope that Onyedika would recover from a minor injury in time for the Belgian league fixture. However, Onyedika has been excluded from the

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