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Nasarawa United’s Victor Collins Sets Sights on Super Eagles Starting Lineup Victor Collins, a talented defender from Nasarawa United, has been invited to represent Nigeria in the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Benin Republic and Rwanda. This is a significant opportunity for Collins, as he is the only home-based player selected…
Super Eagles Complete Squad Arrival Ahead of Crucial Qualifiers After a series of delays and travel setbacks, the Nigerian national team has finally received its final player, with Real Sociedad striker Umar Sadiq joining the camp in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. With all 23 invited players now on board, caretaker coach Augustine Eguavoen can focus on…
John Mikel Obi, a former Chelsea midfielder, believes Kai Havertz disrespected the Blues’ fans during the North London derby. During the recent 1-1 Premier League draw at Stamford Bridge, Havertz, a former Chelsea player, thought he had scored for Arsenal. As he celebrated, he received a chorus of boos from the Chelsea supporters. In response,…
Thierry Henry Praises Barcelona’s UEFA Champions League Chances Legendary French footballer Thierry Henry is confident that Barcelona has what it takes to lift the UEFA Champions League trophy this season. In a recent interview with CBS Sports, Henry highlighted the team’s strengths and noted that their past setbacks in the competition could be a valuable…
South African Football Association President Danny Jordaan Arrested on Fraud and Theft Charges Authorities in South Africa have arrested Danny Jordaan, the 73-year-old president of the South African Football Association (SAFA), on charges of fraud and theft. The allegations suggest that Jordaan misused SAFA funds for personal gain, totaling approximately $72,000. Jordaan appeared in court…
Benin Republic Coach Gernot Rohr Eyes Repeat Victory Against Super Eagles After a historic 2-1 win over the Super Eagles in a June 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match, Benin Republic’s coach Gernot Rohr acknowledges that the next encounter will be a daunting task. With Nigeria now at full strength, Rohr is aware that the…
Super Eagles Captain William Troost-Ekong Reveals Why He Ditched the Netherlands for Nigeria As a child born in the Netherlands to a Nigerian father, William Troost-Ekong’s international football journey had two potential paths. Yet, despite playing for Dutch youth teams, he never envisioned a clear route to breaking into the senior national side. In his…
Galatasaray Eye Permanent Deal for Victor Osimhen The Turkish club is reportedly looking to make Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen’s loan deal permanent by offering Napoli a cash payment and one of their players in exchange. Osimhen has made a significant impact since joining Galatasaray, scoring eight goals and providing four assists in just nine matches…
Rio Ferdinand Questions Manchester United’s Decision to Sack Ruud van Nistelrooy The new manager of Manchester United, Ruben Amorim, has faced criticism from Rio Ferdinand, a former Red Devils legend, following the departure of interim manager Ruud van Nistelrooy. According to Ferdinand, maintaining van Nistelrooy’s involvement at the club could have been beneficial for the…
Nigerian-born defender Gabriel Osho is set to make his debut for the Super Eagles, as he prepares to face the Benin Republic and Rwanda in the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Osho, 26, has been named to the 23-man squad for the decisive matches, and his eagerness to represent Nigeria is evident in his prompt…
Ademola Lookman’s Breakthrough Season with Atalanta Propels Him to New Heights At just 27 years old, Nigerian winger Ademola Lookman has made significant strides in his career over the past two years, culminating in a stunning 14th place finish in the 2024 Ballon d’Or rankings. In a recent interview, Lookman credited his newfound confidence and…
Police Question Premier League Player in Ongoing Investigation into Sexual Offences A professional footballer, who is in his 30s, is currently under investigation for multiple alleged sexual offences, including two reported rapes and a separate sexual offence. The Premier League player was questioned by police last week as part of the ongoing inquiry. The investigation…
French Football Star Wissam Ben Yedder Sentenced to 2 Years in Prison After Sexual Assault Conviction Celebrated French striker Wissam Ben Yedder, formerly a member of the national team, has been sentenced to two years in prison by a French court, a decision handed down after his trial concluded in November 2024. The sentencing marks…
Judge Sentences French Footballer Wissam Ben Yedder to Prison for Sexual Assault Professional footballer Wissam Ben Yedder was handed a two-year prison sentence on November 12, following a trial held in France. The convicted player was found guilty of sexually assaulting a woman. This verdict marks the conclusion of a highly publicized case that began…
Nasarawa State Government Expresses Concern Over Nasarawa United’s Poor Performance The government of Nasarawa State has taken a strong stance against the disappointing performance of Nasarawa United, the state’s representative in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). This decision comes on the heels of a shocking home defeat at the hands of Kwara United, which…
Kano Pillars prepares to host Heartland at the Muhammad Dikko Stadium in Katsina, marking a significant event for the team and its dedicated fan base. Prior to this match, Pillars have been playing their home games away from Kano due to the Sani Abacha Stadium renovation. Despite the temporary adjustment, the team has excelled, boasting…
Nigeria’s Super Eagles Gear Up for Crucial Africa Cup of Nations Qualifier Against Benin Republic The Super Eagles are set to kick off their training session at the Stade Felix Houphouet-Boigny in Abidjan, ahead of their highly anticipated Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against Benin Republic on Thursday. The team has finalized its 22-man…
Super Eagles Roster Fills Out Ahead of Critical AFCON Qualifiers As the countdown begins to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), the Nigerian national team, the Super Eagles, is assembling its strength in Abidjan, Ivory Coast. With their crucial group stage matches against Benin Republic and Rwanda on the horizon, the team’s camp is…
Gernot Rohr, the head coach of Benin Republic, has identified a key area of concern in the Super Eagles’ lineup as they prepare to face off in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match. The highly anticipated showdown between the Super Eagles and Benin Republic is set to take place at the Felix Houphouët-Boigny…
Rodri Shares His True Ballon d’Or Preferences In an unexpected move, Manchester City midfielder Rodri has openly expressed his admiration for Real Madrid duo Dani Carvajal and Vinicius Junior, revealing he would have voted for them in the 2024 Ballon d’Or awards if he had a say. Carvajal and Vinicius were among the top contenders…
