NIGERIAN FOOTBALL

Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Greg Etafia has expressed confidence that Stanley Nwabali will soon secure a move to a new club this summer. Speaking about the current goalkeeping situation, Etafia described Nwabali as a top-class goalkeeper who has continued to prove his worth despite the circumstances surrounding his departure from Chippa United. Etafia, however, maintained that the Super Eagles coach …

Nigerian international Semi Ajayi secured promotion to the Premier League with Hull City following a dramatic EFL Championship play-off final victory over Middlesbrough. An added-time goal from Oli McBurnie proved decisive as Hull City overcame Middlesbrough and completed their return to the English top flight. Ajayi put in a composed defensive performance and played the full 90 minutes of the …

Trabzonspor won the Turkish Cup after defeating Konyaspor 2-1 in the final, with striker Paul Onuachu scoring both goals to secure the trophy. Onuachu opened the scoring in the 18th minute after a precise cross from Wagner Pina from the right wing. The Nigerian striker hit a magnificent volley from the center of the area to give Trabzonspor the lead. …

Former Nigeria and Lazio midfielder Ogenyi Onazi has backed Victor Osimhen to join Real Madrid amid transfer rumors linking the striker with a move away from Galatasaray. In an interview with Brila.net, Onazi said that he believes Real Madrid would be the ideal destination for the Nigerian striker. Osimhen has also been linked with renewed interest from Chelsea, but the …

Nigeria will begin their Unity Cup campaign on May 26, against Zimbabwe, and ahead of the off-season competition, Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle named a 27-man squad. The tournament will conclude on Saturday, May 30, with the final and third-place playoff matches scheduled for the same day. Nigeria are the defending Unity Cup champions and remain a heavy favorite …

Nigeria have officially announced their squad for the upcoming international friendlies against Poland and Portugal. Both friendlies are expected to provide a tough test for the Super Eagles while also giving coach Eric Chelle the opportunity to experiment ahead of the AFCON 2027 qualification campaign. The team remains familiar with several experienced internationals retaining their places in the team. However, …

The draw for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers has officially concluded and CAF will hold the ceremony in Cairo on May 19. The 48 participating nations were divided into twelve groups of four teams each as the countries begin their journey towards qualifying for Africa’s biggest football tournament. The qualification format will allow the winners and runners-up of …

Nigeria MNT Under-20 head coach Abdu Maikaba has called up a 35-man squad, without Ebenezer Harcourt, for the upcoming WAFU B Under-20 Championship in July. The team announcement marks Maikaba’s first major assignment since taking charge of the Flying Eagles, with preparations expected to begin immediately in Abuja. Abdu Maikaba, coach of the Nigerian under-20 team. Photo | Premium Times …

Celtic won the league title on the final day of the season after defeating Heart of Midlothian 3-1 in a dramatic match. Before the match, Celtic needed a win to secure the title, while Hearts only needed a draw to become champions. Hearts looked set to frustrate Celtic after taking the lead in the 43rd minute when Lawrence Shankland headed …

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is less than 30 days away. Forty-eight countries will compete in the biggest sporting event on the planet, but Nigeria will not be among them. For many Nigerians, the World Cup has slowly become a distant memory. The Super Eagles last played on football’s biggest stage in 2018. 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia group stage …