Super Eagles' Ndidi and others donate to Flying Eagles

Super Eagles’ Ndidi and others donate to Flying Eagles

By / Economics /
Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi, along with Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin and other prominent Nigerians, has made significant financial contributions to support the Flying Eagles ahead of their U20 AFCON qualifying semifinal against Niger Republic. Ndidi donated five million naira, while Barau contributed two million naira. Other donations include 1.5 million naira from Crystal […]

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VfL Bochum defender seeks new passport after switching to Nigeria

VfL Bochum defender seeks new passport after switching to Nigeria

By / Nigerians Abroad /
Michelle Klostermann, a German born defender with Nigerian heritage, has applied for a Nigerian passport to officially represent the Super Falcons, Nigeria’s national women’s team. Previously capped by Germany at the U16 level, Klostermann, now 23, decided to switch her allegiance to Nigeria. She began her professional career with VfL Wolfsburg Women in 2017, with

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Adebayor reveals Arsenal icon Kanu, wearing No. 25, was his idol

Adebayor reveals Arsenal icon Kanu, wearing No. 25, was his idol

By / History /
Former Arsenal striker Emmanuel Adebayor has revealed his deep admiration for Nigerian football legend Nwankwo Kanu, describing him as both an idol and mentor. Adebayor, who played for Arsenal from 2006 to 2009, shared the same number 25 jersey and locker previously used by Kanu, marking it as a significant moment in his career. During

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Gusau pledges NFF support to Special Eagles, symbols of resilience

Gusau pledges NFF support to Special Eagles, symbols of resilience

By / News /
In a ceremony held at the Nigeria Football Federation NFF Headquarters in Abuja, NFF President Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau received a prestigious award from the Special Eagles, Nigeria’s amputee football team, recognizing his contributions to inclusivity in Nigerian football. The Special Eagles, led by their President Mr. Paul Maduakor, visited Gusau to acknowledge his support

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Super Eagles' Nwakali returns to Barnsley squad against Shrewsbury Town

Super Eagles’ Nwakali returns to Barnsley squad against Shrewsbury Town

By / Culture /
Barnsley FC manager Darrell Clarke has confirmed that Super Eagles midfielder Kelechi Nwakali will be back in the squad for their League One match against Shrewsbury Town. Nwakali was omitted from Barnsley’s previous fixture against Charlton Athletic on October 22, despite Clarke naming seven outfield players in the squad. Nwakali, who joined Barnsley over two

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NPFL revokes licenses of new players from nine clubs over salary debts

NPFL revokes licenses of new players from nine clubs over salary debts

By / NPFL /
The Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL has taken decisive action against nine clubs over unpaid salary debts, withdrawing the licenses of all newly registered players for the 2024/2025 season. The move follows a directive from the Nigeria Football Federation NFF Players Status/Arbitration Committee, which ruled in favour of players and coaches seeking unpaid salaries and

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Buruj FC thrashes Bright Future Lion FA as Anjaoluwa scores brace

Buruj FC thrashes Bright Future Lion FA as Anjaoluwa scores brace

By / Local Clubs and Academies /
Buruj Football Club kicked off the 2024/2025 season in style, delivering a 3-0 victory over Bright Future Lions Football Academy. Anjolaoluwa Idowu was the standout performer, scoring twice and proving instrumental in Buruj FC’s commanding display at their home ground in Ogolonto Ikorodu. His brace underscored his recent contract extension, showcasing his growth as a

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Fenerbahce coach Mourinho reacts to Osayi red card penalty incident

Fenerbahce coach Mourinho reacts to Osayi red card penalty incident

By / Match Previews & Reviews /
Fenerbahce coach José Mourinho reacted to a controversial penalty incident involving Nigerian international Bright Osayi Samuel during Fenerbahce’s 1-1 Europa League draw with Manchester United. The game saw Osayi Samuel fall in the box following minimal contact from United’s Manuel Ugarte, which led Mourinho to contest the call and eventually receive a red card. Osayi

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U17 WWC: England boosted as Arsenal midfielder's ban reduced by FIFA

U17 WWC: England boosted as Arsenal midfielder’s ban reduced by FIFA

By / Women's Football /
Nigeria’s U17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, may soon face England’s Young Lionesses in the 2024 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup semifinals, provided both teams win their next knockout games. The possibility of this matchup has intensified after FIFA reduced a suspension for Arsenal and England midfielder Omotara Junaid, who received a red card in

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2024 CAF Player of Year Lookman, Ekong nominated Boniface absent

2024 CAF Player of Year Lookman, Ekong nominated Boniface absent

By / Culture /
Super Eagles stars Ademola Lookman and William Troost Ekong have been nominated for the prestigious CAF African Player of the Year award for 2024. The nomination highlights the strong performances of both players, with Lookman and Ekong among the 10 finalists announced by CAF. Surprisingly, Bayer Leverkusen’s Victor Boniface, despite his standout contributions to a

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