NIGERIAN FOOTBALL

Aina Confident in Super Eagles’ Future with Finidi – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Aina played a crucial role in Nigeria’s defence and was instrumental in their run to the finals at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, featuring in all seven games. However, he missed the March international break due to injury and was …

Victor Osimhen says his goal is remain among the best players in the world till the end of his career. Osimhen ranked 8th in the just concluded 2023 Ballon D’or ceremony in Paris — becoming the first Nigerian to achieve the feat.   The 24-year-old led Napoli to their first league title in 32 years last season, winning the golden …

Simon Cletus MOTM Award Delayed Due To Heavy Downpour – Latest Sports News In Nigeria The 16-year-old, recently appointed captain, made history as an SS1 student leading the team.     Cletus dominated the midfield and came close to scoring in the 65th minute. He was announced Man of the Match, but, was unable to …

Iheanacho Gives Leicester Ultimatum – Latest Sports News In Nigeria The Foxes have adjusted quickly to life in the second division, recording seven wins from eight league matches, including a 1-4 win against Blackburn Rovers at Ewood Park on Sunday. Leicester …

U17 AFCONQ: Golden Eaglets Need Time To Improve – Manu Garba – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Garba made these comments following their match against Burkina Faso, which ended in a goalless draw.       He argued that the team’s late preparation, cohesion and experience were lacking compared to the likes of Ghana and …

New Super Eagles invitee, Nathan Tella finally registered a goal in the Bundesliga, scoring in Bayer Leverkusen’s resounding 4-0 triumph over Union Berlin on Sunday. Tella, introduced with just nine minutes remaining, made an instant impact, sealing the victory with a remarkable strike in his sixth league appearance.   The former Southampton forward then netted in the 83rd minute, to …

Super Eagles of Nigeria secured their first victory at the African Cup of Nations, defeating hosts Cote D’Ivoire 1-0. Stand-in captain William Troost-Ekong proved to be the hero, converting a second-half penalty kick and sealing a crucial win for the three-time African champions. Needing a maximum point haul to revive their campaign, the Super Eagles displayed a commanding performance right …

Golden Eaglets held in AFCON Qualifiers – Latest Sports News In Nigeria A sluggish start from the Eaglets saw the Burkinabe Stallions pose the greater threat in the first half.   Despite a heavy downpour, played improved and the Nigerian team stepped up their performance in the second half but the opponents held on. Their …

Ademola Lookman Losses Coppa Italia Final – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Atalanta’s 61-year wait for the Coppa Italia trophy was extended further following their 1-0 defeat in Rome.   An early strike from Dusan Vlahovic secured Juventus’ 15th Coppa Italia title. Despite Lookman’s impressive form leading up to the final, where he consistently found …

Akor Adams in French Ligue 1 team of the week – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Adams scored two of Montpelier’s three goals at Lorient, taking his tally for the season to five goals. His recent brace and impressive performance have …