14 Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen is happy with the support from fans during the Istanbul derby against Fenerbahce. The Nigerian praised the visiting fans for their passionate support, guiding the team to a resounding 3-1 victory over their bitter rivals. Osimhen played a key role in the heated clash at the Ulker Stadyumu Fenerbahce Sukru Saracoglu Spor Kompleksi, assisting Dries …

– Continue reading after the announcement – Nigerian international striker Moses Simon is having a blistering start to the season in France for Ligue 1 side Nantes, bagging his ninth goal in five games in a 1-1 draw against Angers, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. Fifth-placed Nantes pulled off a major coup last season by securing a commitment from the 29-year-old Nigerian to …

Chidera Festus, a tall and agile young aspiring referee, was among over 100 participants at the “FIFA YEMISI GIVES BACK” symposium and training held on September 21 at the Lagos State Referees Association Secretariat inside the Teslim Balogun Stadium. The event, organized by Nigeria FIFA referee Yemisi Eunice Akintoye, was designed to inspire and educate the next generation of female …

England legend Alan Shearer says Arsenal were unlucky not to beat Manchester City at the Etihad in Sunday’s big Premier League clash. The Gunners were seconds away from securing a shock win against the league champions despite playing most of the game with 10 men following Leandro Trossard’s red card. But substitute John Stone scored in the 98th minute to …

6 Following last week’s excellent performances, this week saw even more notable moments with several Nigerian players finding the back of the net or contributing to their team’s success. It’s safe to say that it’s rare that a week goes by without a Nigerian player scoring or assisting. They are, quite simply, a force to be reckoned with. These are …

Waheed Salaudeen, the CEO of Buruj Football Academy and Buruj Football Club, has donated hundreds of thousands of naira to the victorious Lagos State Women’s Football Team, which won the football event at the National Youth Games in Delta State, Sports247 reports. The donation, which was announced during the Lagos State Football Council Annual General Meeting on Saturday, September 21, …

– Continue reading after the announcement – Newly appointed Nigeria Under-20 team coach Aliyu Zubairu said he has opened up about the inclusion of foreign players in his squad as they step up preparations for the WAFU tournament, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. Currently honing his selection for the tournament and also trying to build a team, the coach who faces a race …

Barcelona began their Champions League campaign on a losing note after Monaco stunned the Spanish giants 2-1 on Thursday. Garcia was shown a straight red card in the 11th minute for a foul on Monaco’s Takumi Minamino, who was clear in front of goal after a poorly placed pass from goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen. Read also: UCL: Boniface comes on …

15 Nigerian midfielder Jennifer Echegini endured a tough night as Paris Saint-Germain lost 3-1 to her former club Juventus in the UEFA Women’s Champions League (UWCL) second round playoff on Wednesday. Echegini was recently transferred to PSG with a contract until June 2027. PSG sign Super Falcons forward Jennifer Echegini. Photo | X He had a successful spell with the …

– Continue reading after the announcement – Monaco’s new signing striker George Ilenikhena grabbed headlines with the winner in Monaco’s shock 2-1 victory over Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League. GolNigeria.com own information. Ilenikhena, who gained global attention last season with a goal for Belgian club Antwerp against Barcelona in a famous win at the same tournament, repeated the trick …