Nigerian Footballers Abroad

Alex Iwobi was in action while Calvin Bassey was benched in Fulham’s 2-0 loss to Chelsea at Craven Cottage on Monday night. Iwobi came on nine minutes into the second half but could not help Fulham claw their way back into the game. Two quick goals from Mykhailo Mudryk, Armando Broja in the first half sealed the win for the …

Juventus forward, Timothy Weah, has rated Dusan Vlahovic as a more prolific striker than Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen in the Serie A. In a chat with TribalFootball, the American, who joined the Old Lady this summer, said that he won’t trade Vlahovic for Osimhen. “He is [Vlahovic] among the best in the world. I see him and Chiesa extremely …

Chiamaka Nnadozie was named Player of the Match in Paris FC’s defeat to PSG in the French women’s league playoffs semi-final game on Saturday night. After regulation time ended 2-2, PSG went on to win 5-4 on penalty shootout. Nnadozie was outstanding in the encounter as she made seven saves and also two clearances. The other semi-final of the playoffs …

Odion Ighalo scored two goals to help Al Wehda beat Al Khaleej 2-1 away, in the Saudi Arabia top division on Friday. The last time Ighalo scored was also a brace on 29 February 2024 in a 3-3 home draw. Prior to Friday’s game, the former Super Eagles striker went nine straight games without scoring. His brace against Al Khaleej …

Rangers defender, Leon Balogun is a major doubt for the Gers crunch Sky Bet Premiership clash against Celtic. Balogun sustained a muscle injury in the Light Blues 4-1 win against Kilmarnock last weekend. The Nigeria international was withdrawn at half time with Ben Davies replacing him. Read Also:Man United Star Suffers Fresh Injury Setback, Out Of Arsenal Clash The centre-back …

Paul Onuachu bagged a brace to help Trabzonspor defeat Konyaspor 2-1 in the Turkish Super Lig on Friday. Onuachu, on loan from Southampton, has taken his tally to six in eight appearances in the Turkish topflight. Trabzonspor move up to third on 22 points after 12 games and are nine points from leaders Galatasaray. The 29-year-old gave Trabzonspor the lead …

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has expressed his admiration for the Premier League after he described the league as the best in the world. The Nigerian international made this known in a chat with CBS Sports, where he said that he’s enjoying his time with Napoli at the moment. “The rumour is going around about me linked with the Premier …

Former Flying Eagles forward Jerome Akor netted twice as Montpellier defeated their hosts Lorient 3-0 in a Ligue 1 clash at the Stade Yves Allainmat-Le Moustoir on Sunday night. Montpellier ended a five-game barren run following the comprehensive away victory. Akor gave his side the lead on the hour mark with Mousa Tamari providing the assist. The visitors maintained the …

Football transfer agent Gianluca Di Marzio has revealed that he doesn’t see Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen joining Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) this summer. The Nigerian international has become the toast of most top clubs in Europe, most especially Chelsea, Real Madrid, and Manchester United.   Read Also: UCL: Impossible Is Nothing –Rummenigge Speaks Ahead Real Madrid Vs Bayern Munich However, …

Super Eagles midfielder, Raphael Onyedika played all 90 minutes as Club Brugge defeated Lugano 2-0 in Thursday’s Europa Conference League. The Nigerian international who was making his third appearance in the competition, had a decent display. The host netted the opening goal in the 62nd minute through Igor Thiag to the delight of the home supporters.   Read Also: 2026 …