Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen warns Galatasaray cannot afford to sit back against Barcelona
Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has described Barcelona as the best team in the world at present but insists Galatasaray will...
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Galatasaray star Victor Osimhen hails Barcelona as ‘the best team right now’ ahead of upcoming clash
Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has described Barcelona as the best team in the world at the moment, acknowledging the Spanish...
Eric Chelle urges CAF to investigate poor pitches after Nigeria defeat
Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle has called on the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to investigate the use of poor...
Nigeria forward Tolu Arokodare continues impressive run with seventh goal of the season for Ajax
Nigerian international Tolu Arokodare continued his impressive goalscoring form after netting in Ajax’s 1-1 draw against NEC Nijmegen in their...
CAF makes dramatic AFCON U-turn, Africa’s biggest football event returns to two-year cycle
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has opened the door to a possible reversal of its decision to stage the...
Manchester City eye summer move for Italian-Nigerian defender Michael Kayode
Manchester City are reportedly keeping tabs on Brentford right-back Michael Kayode as they continue planning for the summer 2027 transfer...
Nigeria’s DR Congo protest dismissed over technicalities, source claims
FIFA dismissed Nigeria’s protest against DR Congo over the alleged use of an ineligible player in the 2026 World Cup...
Gianni Infantino hails “UNANIMOUS” endorsement from All 54 African FAs
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has received the unanimous backing of all 54 African FIFA Member Associations at the CAF Strategy...
Gianni Infantino reaffirms FIFA’s commitment to African football at CAF Strategy Conference
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has reaffirmed the world football governing body’s commitment to supporting the continued growth and development of...
CAF Confederation Cup: Raja to face El Kanemi in Nigeria on October 18
Raja Athletic Club will travel to Nigeria on Friday, 16 October, ahead of their CAF Confederation Cup second preliminary-round first-leg...
Victor Osimhen makes partial return to Galatasaray training ahead of Barcelona clash
Galatasaray have received a major boost ahead of their Champions League meeting with Barcelona after Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen made...
Nigeria consider FIFA compensation over DR Congo World Cup eligibility row
Nigeria are considering seeking compensation from FIFA after fresh allegations that DR Congo fielded an ineligible player during their 2026...
Nigeria rally from 3-1 down to hold Russia in thrilling friendly
A depleted Nigeria side showed impressive character to twice come from behind and earn a 3-3 draw against Russia in...
Eric Chelle backs Nigeria youngsters to seize Russia friendly opportunity
Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle believes Nigeria’s younger players have a major opportunity to make their mark when they...
Nigeria star Kelechi Iheanacho reflects on Super Eagles return
Nigeria international Kelechi Iheanacho has opened up about his emotional return to Super Eagles after being recalled by head coach...
Bayern Munich worried about Michael Olise’s future amid Real Madrid interest
Bayern Munich are reportedly growing concerned about the future of French winger of Nigerian descent Michael Olise, with the club...
Liverpool starlet Rio Ngumoha reveals key Mohamed Salah advice
Liverpool youngster Rio Ngumoha has revealed the key advice Mohamed Salah gave him during the Egyptian forward’s final months at...
Nigeria to host 2026 CAF Awards as Africa’s football elite descend on Lagos
Nigeria will host the 2026 CAF Awards on Monday, December 7, with Africa’s football stars, coaches, administrators and key stakeholders...
Troost-Ekong calls for greater consistency in Nigerian football
Former Nigeria captain William Troost-Ekong says Nigerian football needs greater consistency and stronger leadership from the top to fully realise...
Nigeria striker Owen Oseni faces six weeks out with ankle injury
Nigeria striker Owen Oseni is expected to miss around six weeks after suffering an ankle injury during Plymouth Argyle’s match...