The Sporting Director at SSC Napoli, Giovanni Manna, has confirmed that there is a release clause in the contract of Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen. The Super Eagles’ goal machine, currently on loan at Turkish Super Lig side Galatasaray, is one of the most sought-after strikers in the world heading into the summer transfer window. Victor […]
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has announced that 30 referees will receive their FIFA badges, officially certifying them to officiate at international level in 2025. The decoration ceremony, scheduled for Thursday morning, will be led by NFF President Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, alongside key officials, including Referees Committee Chairperson Mrs Faith Irabor, General Secretary Dr […]
Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has opened up about his unconventional childhood and his close relationship with his father. Speaking on the Fulham Fix podcast, the Nigerian international recalled being an energetic and “strange” child who would often run around uncontrollably, kicking chairs and anything within reach. “My parents say I could run before I […]
English Champions, Manchester United have reportedly made it a priority to sign Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen in the summer transfer window. This follows a meeting between top officials, where it was agreed that current strikers are not getting the job done. With summer targets like Benjamin Sesko, Alexander Isak and Liam Delap not looking like […]
Africans Abroad
archives
Features & Interviews
Football
Foreign Leagues
Latest News
Nigeria
Transfers & Rumours
Former Nigerian international Dosu Joseph has applauded Ajibona Usman’s transfer to Armenian side Charentsavan FC, describing it as a well-earned step forward in his career. Usman, who gained recognition during his time at Vista Gelendzhik Academy in Russia, has now secured a move to Armenia, a transition Joseph believes will further his development. Taking to […]
Nigeria could face a major setback ahead of their upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers, with star striker Victor Osimhen emerging as a doubt due to a potential injury. The forward was substituted late in Galatasaray’s match against Fenerbahçe on Monday, raising concerns over his availability for the crucial fixtures. Osimhen, a key figure in Nigeria’s […]
Italian club, SSC Napoli will consider including Victor Osimhen in a swap deal next summer in hopes of securing the services of Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund. The Serie A side is convinced beyond a doubt that the Nigerian striker will leave the club in the summer transfer window. As part of efforts to prepare […]
Austrian midfielder of Nigerian descent, Carney Chukwuemeka is reportedly living in a hotel as a Borussia Dortmund player. The youngster signed for the German Bundesliga side in the winter transfer window on loan from English Premier League club Chelsea. Although Carney Chukwuemeka had an impressive debut, his life off the pitch isn’t. The 21-year-old is […]
Nigeria’s U20 national team, the Flying Eagles, touched down in Abidjan on Tuesday morning ahead of their highly anticipated double-header against the Ivorian U20 side. Led by Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) executive member Alhaji Ganiyu Majekodunmi, the 21-man squad is set to face the Young Elephants in two friendly encounters aimed at strengthening their squad […]
Atalanta co-owner Stephen Pagliuca has apologized on behalf of Gian Piero Gasperini’ following his comments about Ademola Lookman but insists the Italian is a ‘great, passionate coach.’ Gasperini criticized the Nigerian attacker after missing a penalty following the Champions League elimination against Club Brugge. The former Fulham and Everton attacker was described as a worse […]
