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The Nigerian National League is rolling out the red carpet in Lagos and Nigerian football royalty are answering the call. NSC Director General, Hon. Bukola Olopade and NFF President Alhaji Ibrahim Gusau will lead the crème de la crème of Nigerian sports administration to the NNL Super Four draws. The power duo will be flanked by a stellar cast of …

The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has officially started talks with Newcastle United striker William Osula to play for Nigeria, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. Born to parents of Nigerian descent in Denmark, his parents granted permission to speak to him after consulting with their representatives. Danish outlet Tipsbladet reports that the striker, who was last selected for the Danish national team in March …

Ranchers Bees FC have officially sealed promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) for the 2026/27 season, completing a remarkable return to the top flight despite a 2-0 loss to Kebbi United in their last match. They finished top of the NNL Conference D with 20 points after rivals Jigawa Golden Stars lost to Gombe 1-0 on Wednesday. The …

Calum McFarlane will take charge on an interim basis for the remainder of Chelsea’s season, starting with the FA Cup semi-final against Leeds United in four days’ time. Chelsea have parted ways with manager Liam Rosenior, just 107 days after taking charge at Stamford Bridge, following a damaging run of results that left the club’s season in serious danger. The …

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 …

FC Chelsea head coach inevitably fired Liam Rosenior after less than four months in charge, following a disastrous run in which the Blues lost five consecutive games first division matches without scoring; something that had not been seen since 1912. Rosenior’s dismissal marks another managerial change and the second this season under current Chelsea ownership. This has raised serious questions …

Top scorer Erling Haaland arrived early and the only goal of the game in 5 minutes of play was enough to put Manchester City top of the table and relegate defeated Burnley to the league. Jeremy Doku provided the assist. City have hit form at the right time and look in an ominous state of mind, recovering nine points from …

Manchester City are now Premier League leaders after they beat Burnley 1-0 at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday night. The day started with Arsenal top of the table three points ahead of second-placed City, but with victory over Burnley, that changed. Erling Haaland scored the only goal of the game after five minutes, to condemn Burnley to a defeat that …

By: David Akande Private clubs are tightening their control over Nigerian football. All four teams taking part in the 2026/27 NPFL season are privately owned and have secured promotion in the 2026 NNL campaign. Doma United FC, Inter Lagos FC, Sporting Lagos FC and Ranchers Bees have all earned their place in the top flight, and their rise should serve …

David Ozoh has been handed the soon-to-be-available place at Crystal Palace with the departure of Nigerian international Uche Chrisantus certain after failing to impress during his loan spell, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. Christiantus came to the team on loan from Getafe with the obligation to sign him permanently at the end of the loan agreement, but certain conditions must be met for …