NIGERIAN FOOTBALL

Boniface Nominated for Bundesliga Rookie of the Season Award – Latest Sports News In Nigeria The recognition comes following Boniface’s exceptional displays for Bayer Leverkusen throughout the Month of April.   Boniface will compete against some of the league’s brightest talents, including Borussia Dortmund’s Ian Maatsen, RB Leipzig’s Xavi Simons, and Hoffenheim’s Maximilian Beier. Boniface …

Finidi Addresses “Frosty” Relationship With Super Eagles Players – Latest Sports News In Nigeria In his debut press conference following his unveiling as the team’s head coach in Abuja, Finidi candidly admitted concerns about his relationship with players.   The concerns come amidst brewing controversy surrounding his tenure as interim boss, with reports surfacing of …

Amokachi named Super Eagles Assistant Coach – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Finidi was introduced to the media at an event along with the Minister of Sports John Owan Enoh and NFF President Ibrahim Gusau at the FA headquarters in Abuja, this Monday.   The 52 year-old was given a one-year contract and tasked with …

Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface scored a decisive stoppage-time penalty, securing a 1-0 victory for Bayer Leverkusen against Qarabag in Group H of the Europa League. The game was deadlocked until Leverkusen earned a penalty in the 94th minute. Boniface calmly converted the late penalty, tallying his third goal and second assist in four games for Die Werkself in the …

Chukwueze Doubtful for World Cup Qualifiers – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Chukwueze, sustained an injury during AC Milan’s Serie A encounter against Cagliari over the weekend. During the match, the 24-year-old was forced to leave the field early in the second half following an injury to his thigh. Confirmation of the Winger’s injury came …

Brighton turned down Boniface for Ansu Fati – Latest Sports News In Nigeria According to British tabloid, The Mirror, Brighton made an offer for the forward, but ended up missing out on his signature. The Seagulls have good relationship with Union …

Amokachi Appointed Super Eagles First Assistant Coach – Latest Sports News In Nigeria This decision marks Amokachi’s return to the backroom staff having previously held this position under the late Stephen Keshi.   Now, he assumes the role in Finidi George’s new technical crew, as confirmed by the Nigeria Football Federation. In addition to Amokachi’s …

Gift Orban was in action for KAA Ghent in the UEFA Europa Conference League second leg playoff against APOEL Nicosia on Thursday. Orban however wasn’t among the goalscorers, and was substitutedafter 62 minutes. Gent however managed to see off their hosts 2-1 and advance tonext round 4-1 on aggregate score, following 2-1 first leg win. Gent got their noses in front in the …

Finidi George Tight-Lipped on Contract Details – Latest Sports News In Nigeria During the press conference following his appointment, Finidi remained elusive when questioned about the specifics of his contract, deflecting attention away from financial matters and emphasizing his focus on the team’s performance and success on the field.   “I am not quite worried …

Aina Unfazed by Forest’s Four-Point Deduction Appeal Loss – Latest Sports News In Nigeria The charge against Forest was initiated in January, stemming from a breach of Profitability and Sustainability Rules (PSR).   Forest was found to have exceeded the permitted threshold by £34.5m, set at £61m for the assessment period concluding in 2022/23. The …