Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen grabbed an assist on his debut for Galatasaray in their 5-0 win over Rizespor in the Turkish Super Lig on Saturday. Osimhen was named in Galatasaray’s starting XI despite having joined the club on loan from Napoli just a few days ago. He thought he had put Galatasaray ahead in the 25th minute when he …

0 Nigerian duo Gift Monday and Rinsola Babajide were in top form as UDG Tenerife claimed a convincing 4-1 win over Sevilla in a Liga F match on Saturday. On Monday he was the star of the match, scoring two goals in the first half to lead the UDG Tenerife attack. He scored his first goal in the 22nd minute …

Sheikh Maruwf Salaudeen, the Olubori Adeen of Egba Land, has been recognised by the Ogun State Football Association (FA) for his outstanding contributions to grassroots football and youth development, sports247 reports. The award, presented by FA President, Alhaji Ganiyu Majekodunmi, commended Salaudeen’s continued philanthropic work in sports which has positively impacted numerous young lives in Ogun State. In his acceptance …

13 Spanish club Villarreal CF B have signed Nigerian defender Ekerette Udom from Rivers United. The 21-year-old has signed a two-year contract with the Spanish side, with the option to extend it for a further year. Udom, who previously played for Vandrezzer FC, Nasarawa United and Sunshine Stars, will be looking to make an impact at Villarreal CF B and …

– Continue reading after the announcement – 61-year-old Swede Janne Andersson is still keen on becoming the head coach of the Nigerian senior national team despite failing to reach an agreement with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) a month ago, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. The NFF offered Andersson the position but he was undecided on when to resume his new role and …

Ramot Ayodele, a young karateka from the Lagos team, clinched a bronze medal in the -47kg category at the 8th National Youth Games in Asaba. Speaking to Sports247, Ayodele expressed his disappointment and alleged that he was unfairly deprived of a gold or silver medal due to biased refereeing. Read also: ASABA 2024: Victor Effiong Okon reviews the success of …

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says Raheem Sterling is eager to prove something to the Gunners. The England international has joined on a season-long loan from Chelsea and could be called into action against Tottenham on Sunday. Talking to him club websiteArteta said Sterling brings a wealth of experience to the squad and will play a vital role in the Gunners’ …

Fenerbahce are interested in securing the future of Super Eagles defender Bright Osayi-Samuel, offering the 26-year-old a contract extension that would keep him at the club beyond 2025. The Turkish giants are keen to retain Osayi-Samuel as an important part of their squad as his current contract expires next year.       According to Turkish media reports, negotiations are …

– Continue reading after the announcement – English Premier League side Nottingham Forest have released their list of registered players for the season following the closure of the transfer window and also the conclusion of all transfers related to the team, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. Coach Nuno Espirito Santo has decided to leave Nigerian international striker Emmanuel Dennis out of his squad …

At the 2024 National Youth Games in Asaba, Obajolowo Moboluware of Team Kwara created a sensation by winning the state’s first silver medal in the 100m butterfly swimming event. His impressive performance in the water, characterized by fast and precise strokes, not only earned him a place on the podium but also reflected his deep passion for the sport. In …