Nigeria senior national team coach Eric Chelle is keen to find an alternative to striker Victor Osimhen before the start of qualifiers for the upcoming AFCON, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. Although the coach currently has the quartet of Jerome Akor, Paul Onuachu, Terem Moffi and Taiwo Awoniyi in his cards as options for Osimhen, he is looking for a young striker with …
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After days of campaigning, Prince Saheed Kekere-Ekun celebrates Oyebanji’s landslide victory in Ekiti.
For Prince Saheed Kekere-Ekun, popularly known as “The King of Small Details”, the declaration of Governor Biodun Oyebanji as the winner of the Ekiti State gubernatorial election was more than just another political victory: it was the culmination of days of mobilization, solidarity and unwavering support for a leader he believes has transformed the state. Kekere-Ekun, who actively participated in …
Read More »Rangers International Football Club Foundation halts Kano operations and expands national reach for community impact
Post views: 102 The Rangers International Football Club Foundation is pleased to announce the official conclusion of its community impact operations in Kano State. The launch, which took place on 20/6/2026 in Kano, Kano State, reinforces the Foundation’s commitment to using sports as a catalyst for sustainable development across Nigeria. Founded on 28 May 2024 by Rangers International Football …
Read More »I’m ready, I’m fit, raring to go: Rice talks ahead of draw in Ghana
Declan Rice insists he is ready to put his “body on the line” and bring his best game to the World Cup. Rice admitted the schedule has been “crazy” and he has played an “obscene” number of games for club and country after his appearance in England’s opening Group game against Croatia was his 63rd of the season. The Arsenal …
Read More »Onyeka In Action As Havertz’s Solitar
Super Eagles midfielder, Frank Onyeka was in action as Brentford lost 1-0 to Arsenal in Saturday’s Premier League game. The Nigerian international, who was making his 11th appearance for Brentford, was substituted in the 90th minute for Lewis-Potter. Arsenal’s Leandro Trossard had a goal ruled out in the first half by the video assistant referee but defeat was harsh on …
Read More »Don’t leave it late as if Germany wins now at JumboBet
In a tense Group E encounter at BMO Field on Saturday, Germany staged a remarkable comeback to defeat Ivory Coast 2-1, securing their place in the last 16 of the FIFA World Cup with a match to spare. The Elephants drew first blood and looked set to pull off the famous upset, but substitute Deniz Undav stole the show with …
Read More »Room’s heroics give Curacao historic first World Cup point against Ecuador
Abayomi Ademola Following the heroics of Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha against Spain, Curacao goalkeeper Eloy Room produced another unforgettable performance between the sticks as the small Caribbean nation earned its first point in the FIFA World Cup with a surprising goalless draw against Ecuador in Kansas City. Room produced an unprecedented performance, making 15 saves, the most by any goalkeeper …
Read More »AIK elects Zadok Yohanna’s younger brother and six others from Ikon Allah Academy
Swedish team AIK have returned to Nigerian academy Ikon Allah in search of more players following the record sale of Zadok Yohanna to English Premier League side Brighton, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. Zadok was sold for an excess of £21 million after 18 months at the club, who signed him from the Kaduna-based Academy after a routine scouting program in Nigeria. The …
Read More »The Nigerian women’s cricket team celebrates their bronze medal in Rwanda, after beating Brazil
Players, coaches, officials and supporters of the Nigerian women’s national cricket team, the Yellow Green Women, are still celebrating, following their bronze medal, after achieving an impressive victory against Brazil in the 2026 Kwibuka T20I Tournament. Sports247 reports that the Nigerian team defeated Brazil women by two wickets to claim a podium finish at the Gahanga International Stadium in Kigali, …
Read More »Nigerian players likely to seal summer transfers next season
The summer transfer window is heating up and a number of Nigerian stars could be on the move as clubs across Europe look to strengthen their squads ahead of the new season. From established Super Eagles internationals to emerging talents making waves abroad, which Nigerian players are most likely to land big transfers this summer? Related: Positives and negatives of …
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