NIGERIAN FOOTBALL

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, …

Sadiq suffered an Achilles injury against Getafe last season, few weeks after his club record move to Sociedad from Almeria.     The Nigerian forward successfully made his return on Saturday, featuring in Real Sociedad 1-1 draw against Girona, at the Reale Seguros Stadium. He was a 75th minute substitute in his first game, replacing Mikel Oyarzabal. The host took …

Osimhen Tactical Gamble Paid off Against Barcelona – Calzona – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Osimhen’s late goal made sure Napoli avoided defeat in Calzona’s first game in charge of the Partenopei.   The goal was the Forward’s last kick of the game before being replaced by Giovanni Simone. Speaking on Osimhen’s impact on the …

Osimhen Only Behind Mbappe, Haaland on UCL Record chart – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Trailing only behind Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland, Osimhen claimed the spot after he netted Napoli’s leveler against Barcelona. Wednesday’s match marked the 25 year-old’s return to the pitch since his participation in the Africa Cup of Nations campaign with …

Super Eagles out to end Unwanted Record – Latest Sports News In Nigeria It’s an important game for both teams, particularly for Nigeria, who are looking to end a 15-game winless streak in friendly matches. While the Eagles have endured difficult …

Iheanacho Commits to Leicester City – Latest Sports News In Nigeria After starting the campaign with a 2-1 Coventry City last weekend, the Foxes followed it up with a …

Bayer Leverkusen’s Managing Director, Simon Rofles has confirmed the club’s willingness to allow Victor Boniface and Nathan Tella to join the Nigerian squad for the upcoming 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Rofles emphasized that the club understands the significance of international competitions and won’t impede the players’ national duties. Despite the common challenge faced by top European clubs in releasing …

Aribo Ends Goal drought – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Hull swiftly secured a two-goal advantage courtesy of strikes from Morocco’s Anass Zaroury and Portugal’s Fábio Carvalho before Aribo entered the pitch at half-time. The Nigerian injected hope into Southampton’s campaign by reducing the deficit with a powerful strike from just inside the area in …