NIGERIAN FOOTBALL

12 Former Italian football captain Fabio Cannavaro has confirmed that he has turned down an offer to coach the Nigeria national team. Cannavaro, who had been linked to the position, revealed that talks with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) had not progressed. The NFF had also announced German coach Bruno Labbadia as a possible candidate, but later distanced himself from …

12 Benin Republic striker Steve Mounie has expressed confidence ahead of his side’s upcoming match against Nigeria. The Cheetahs will take on three-time champions Nigeria at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo as they begin their qualifying campaign for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Mounie, speaking during a press conference on Friday, said the team’s resolve is …

1 Nigeria will play Benin Republic in Uyo on September 7 and then face Rwanda in Kigali on September 10. Eguavoen said: “Our objective is clear: to get six points in both games. The players know this and are committed to achieving it.” “The matches will not be easy, no qualifying match can be taken for granted because all the …

12 Chippa United head coach Kwanele Kopo has spoken about the uncertainty surrounding goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali’s future and how it has left the club in a difficult position. Nwabali’s rise during the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations Nwabali emerged as a standout star during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Côte d’Ivoire. He helped Nigeria reach second place …

Nigerian striker Ademola Lookman has been nominated for the 2024 Men’s Ballon d’Or. Lookman is also the only African national team player among this year’s nominees. Ademola Lookman has been nominated for the 2024 Ballon d’Or. Photo | X The 26-year-old winger enjoyed an impressive 2023-24 season, capping it off with a place in the Africa Cup of Nations final. …

Super Eagles interim coach Augustine Eguavoen recently spoke about his appointment, making it clear that he did not seek the position. In an interview with the official Super Eagles channel, Eguavoen stressed that his selection was not a result of any lobbying on his part but rather a decision made by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). “I am a member …

The move comes after Napoli dropped the 25-year-old striker, banning him from the team and declaring him surplus to their plans. With transfers across Europe failing and the transfer window closing, Galatasaray emerged as a lifeline for Osimhen, offering him a fresh start. The news broke on Monday and caused a stir in the football world. Napoli’s position on Osimhen …

Super Eagles interim coach Augustine Eguavoen has reinforced his coaching staff with notable figures from the domestic league to assist in the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda. Eguavoen has called up Enugu Rangers coach Fidelis Ilechukwu who guided his side to victory in Nigeria’s premier league last season and Daniel Ogunmodede of …

Ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers, the Super Eagles opened their training camp on Monday, October 2, in Uyo. Players have begun reporting to camp as preparations begin for important upcoming matches. The camp will host the 23 invited players who will prepare for the AFCON qualifiers, starting with a match against Benin Republic on September …

Napoli sporting director Giovanni Manna has shed light on the club’s controversial decision to exclude Victor Osimhen from Antonio Conte’s squad for the season. Osimhen was expected to leave Napoli this summer, with strong links to Chelsea, but negotiations broke down as the transfer window closed without a deal. Despite interest from Chelsea, the deal fell through due to a …