Shearer and Rooney praise Nigerian striker Chido Obi after Fulham clash
Manchester United youngster Chido Obi has received praise from former England captains Wayne Rooney and Alan Shearer following his impactful...
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German-Nigerian forward Karim Adeyemi set for Dortmund stay as club prepares for busy summer
German forward of Nigerian descent, Karim Adeyemi, will reportedly stay at Borussia Dortmund beyond the ongoing 2024/25 football season. The...
Nigerian striker Victor Boniface had a confrontation with Bayer Leverkusen teammate Emiliano Buenda on Saturday during their clash against Eintracht...
Denmark FA contacts Nigerian prospect Chido Obi-Martin to play for senior national team
Danish-born striker Chido Obi-Martin could soon earn a senior national team call-up to play for Denmark. According to Denmark head...
Royal Antwerp sign Nigerian duo Orseer Achihi and Gabriel Jesus David
Royal Antwerp have officially confirmed the signings of Nigerian youngsters Orseer Achihi and Gabriel Jesus David, as the Belgian club...
Nigeria’s Gift Orban impresses at Hoffenheim with strong start
Gift Orban has made an immediate impact at Hoffenheim, winning over both fans and coaching staff with his performances since...
Nigeria’s Tolu Arokodare sets new personal best with KRC Genk in Belgium
Tolu Arokodare has set a new career personal best after scoring his 16th goal of the season for KRC Genk...
Cyriel Dessers poised for potential Nigeria recall ahead of World Cup qualifiers
Cyriel Dessers could be set for a return to the Nigeria national team as the Super Eagles gear up for...
Amaju Pinnick asserts FIFA Council re-election aspiration not a ‘Do or Die’ affair
FIFA Council member and former Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) president, Amaju Pinnick, has stated that his bid for a second...
Calvin Bassey reveals how Lionel Messi inspired his decision to play for Nigeria
Fulham defender Calvin Bassey has revealed that Lionel Messi played a key role in his decision to represent Nigeria at...
Danish-born Nigerian defender Patrick Dorgu faces three-match ban following red card against Ipswich
Manchester United defender Patrick Dorgu is set to serve a three-match domestic suspension after receiving a red card in the...
Nigerian goalkeeper Hassan Sani granted Emirati citizenship by Al Ain club
Al Ain Club of the United Arab Emirates has successfully facilitated the naturalization of Nigerian goalkeeper Hassan Sani, who is...
Arsenal inquire about in-demand Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen
English Premier League side Arsenal have reportedly made an official contact with the representatives of Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen over...
Nigerian Cyriel Dessers shines with double strike in Rangers comeback victory
Cyriel Dessers delivered a match-winning performance as Rangers secured a 4-2 comeback victory against Kilmarnock, with the Nigerian forward scoring...
Nigeria’s Semi Ajayi ruled out of March’s 2026 World Cup qualifiers
Nigeria defender Semi Ajayi has been sidelined for the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers due to a hamstring injury, West...
Manchester United set for swap deal for Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen from Napoli
Premier League side, Manchester United are reportedly considering offering €40m plus Rasmus Hojlund for Napoli striker Victor Osimhen this summer....
Carney Chukwuemeka reveals motivation behind Dortmund move
Austrian midfielder of Nigerian descent, Carney Chukwuemeka, has opened up on what motivated him to sign for German Bundesliga side...
Michael Olise setting himself apart as Europe’s Best Playmaker in 2025
France forward of Nigerian descent, Michael Olise, is currently the best creator among players in the top five European leagues...
Nigerian striker Richard Friday revives career with FC Dinamo Samarkand move
Nigerian forward Richard Friday has opened up about the emotional journey that nearly led him to quit football before signing...
Napoli preparing for permanent departure of ‘appetizing’ player Victor Osimhen
SSC Napoli sporting director Giovanni Manna has described Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen as an appetizing player who is wanted by...