NIGERIAN FOOTBALL

Cameroon v Nigeria Battles to Goalless Draw in Intense Clash – Latest Sports News In Nigeria In the first half, Nigeria dominated with swift pace and precise passing, generating numerous opportunities that unfortunately went unconverted.   As the game progressed into the second half, both teams intensified their efforts, creating chances in a more balanced …

Striker Victor Osimhen is doubtful for Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup qualifying games due to the injury he sustained against Saudi Arabia. Osimhen limped off during the game and was diagnosed with a medium-grade lesion of the biceps femoris in his right thigh after arriving his club. He has since commence treatment and he’s expected to be sidelined between  four to …

Osimhen back from AFCON Better — Di Lorenzo – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Despite Robert Lewandowski breaking the deadlock in a game Barcelona dominated, Osimhen, in his first match back from the AFCON, delivered a decisive response, leveling the score. “Osimhen is a champion and he returned with the right mindset. He will give …

Racing Genk is facing challenges in bringing back Paul Onuachu to the club due to the high asking price. However, they are reportedly negotiating with Southampton for a potential exchange deal involving Joseph Paintsil and Onuachu. Onuachu himself seems interested in returning to Genk less than a year after joining Southampton in a deal worth €18m. The Genk’s director, Dimitri …

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has made the decision to exclude Nigerian referees from officiating at the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast. The announcement was made on Tuesday, as CAF revealed the list of 85 referees selected for a preparatory course ahead of the 2023 AFCON. Notably absent from the list were Nigerian referees, marking another …

Osimhen Rekindles Hope for Napoli – Latest Sports News In Nigeria After being included in the starting eleven by new coach Francesco Calzona, Osimhen’s equalizer nullified Robert Lewandowski’s opener for Barcelona. This marked the Nigerian’s 9th goal in 16 Champions League matches, with 6 goals at home, matching Lorenzo Insigne’s record. His standout performance against …

Nigeria beat Mozambique to End poor run in Friendlies – Latest Sports News In Nigeria The Super Eagles of Nigeria ended October’s international window with a hard fought victory over Mozambique, on Monday. Nigeria, at the Estadio Municipal De Albufeira Portimao, …

Lewandowski v Osimhen: Gundogan Compares UCL Night Heroes – Latest Sports News In Nigeria The UEFA Champions League clash between Napoli and Barcelona witnessed goals from both players, with Lewandowski netting for Barcelona in the 60th minute, and Osimhen responding with an equalizer 15 minutes later.     Gundogan commended the performances of both athletes, …

Dennis Opts for Turkey – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Dennis also attracted interests from Saudi clubs, but, he has chosen to continue his career in Europe.     According to Fabrizio Romano, the Nigerian is opting for Turkey, and he’ll …

Nigerian goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie expressed the strong desire of the Super Falcons to participate in the upcoming Olympics later this year. The Nigeria Women’s football team is gearing up for a crucial doubleheader against the Indomitable Lioness of Cameroon, with the first leg scheduled for this Saturday. Highlighting the team’s determination, Nnadozie emphasized the significance of qualifying for the Olympics, …