Nigerian Footballers Abroad

Victor Osimhen is delighted with his nomination for the 2022 men’s Ballon d’Or. The Napoli striker made the 30-man shortlist announced by the organisers of the award, France Football Magazine on Wednesday. Osimhen earned his nomination on the back of his impressive performance for Napoli in the 2022/23 season. The 24-year-old said the award is big honour for him and …

As the 2025/26 European football season nears its climax, several Nigerian players have distinguished themselves with outstanding performances in the continent’s major leagues and competitions. From title-chasing campaigns to impressive individual displays, the country’s football ambassadors have continued to make their mark at the highest level. Several Super Eagles stars played pivotal roles for their respective clubs this season, providing …

Nottingham Forest manager Vitor Pereira is hopeful Ola Aina will be ready to face Chelsea on Monday. Aina was substituted in the second half of Forest’s 1-0 win over Aston Villa at the City Ground on Thursday night after receiving treatment. Pereira is hopeful the Nigerian international will be available for the trip to Stamford Bridge. Read also:Europa League:Aina urges …

Peter Olayinka celebrated his APOEL FC Goal of the Month award. completesports.com information. Olayinka won the award for his magnificent goal in APOEL’s Cyprus Cup victory over Apollon Limassol. The Nigerian striker scored in consecutive games during the month. The 29-year-old also scored in Τhrylos’ 3-3 draw against Pafos FC on Sunday. Also read:Ndidi criticizes Beşiktaş’s performance in the draw …

Nigerian international Ryan Alebiosu picked up an assist as Blackburn Rovers defeated Sheffield United 3-1 to ensure their Championship survival on Wednesday night. It was Alebiosu’s fifth assist and goal in 40 games in the English second division for Blackburn this season. Rovers needed victory to seal salvation in their penultimate game of the season and Yuki Ohashi scored twice …

Gift Orban will return to Hoffenheim at the end of the season after ending his loan spell with Serie A side Hellas Verona. The Nigerian international joined Hellas Verona on loan last summer. The contract included a purchase option agreed to by both parties. Orban has scored seven goals and registered two assists in 28 league games for the yellow …

Nigerian international Umar Sadiq ended his goal drought as his goal helped Valencia draw 1-1 with Mallorca in Tuesday’s La Liga match. Before the trip to Mallorca, Sadiq had failed to score in his last seven games for Valencia. The 29-year-old now has two goals and two assists in 14 games for Valencia in the Spanish top flight this season. …

Ola Aina has said that Nottingham Forest players are happy to work for manager Vitor Pereira. The Tricky Trees thrashed Burnley 4-1 at the City Ground on Sunday to boost their chances of Premier League survival. Forest are also qualified for the UEFA Europa League semi-final, where they will face Aston Villa. “All in all, there was a little noise …

Frank Onyeka was in action as Coventry secured promotion to the Premier League for the first time in 25 years after Bobby Thomas’ late equalizer earned a 1-1 draw against Ryan Alebiosu’s Blackburn. While Onyeka was substituted in the 62nd minute, Alebiosu was in action for 90 minutes. Coventry only needed a point from Friday’s game to seal promotion but …

Okan Buruk says Victor Osimhen’s return to training has provided a significant boost for Galatasaray ahead of their Turkish Süper Lig clash against Gençlerbirliği. Osimhen returned to training on Tuesday after recovering from the arm injury he suffered in last month’s UEFA Champions League clash against Liverpool. The injury has forced the Nigerian international to miss Galatasaray’s last three matches …