Tag: soccer

Nov
04

Spanish Coach Magro Applies to Lead Flying Eagles

Spanish coach Juan Carlos Magro has applied for the position of head coach of the Nigeria U20 team, the Flying Eagles. The 48 year old UEFA Pro Licensed coach submitted an impressive eight page document in response to the NFF’s […]

Nov
04

Dutch-Born Forward Emegha Commits to Chelsea, Snubs Nigeria

Dutch striker Emanuel Emegha is set to join Chelsea in 2026 on a long-term seven year contract, having been signed from Ligue 1 side RC Strasbourg. The 22 year old enjoyed a breakthrough season in France, scoring 14 goals and […]

Nov
04

Plateau Queens to Face CATS in Girls Play Sports Football Tournament

All eyes will be on the nation’s capital this Sunday, September 29, 2024, as Plateau United Queens and CATS Ladies go head to head in the final of the inaugural Girls Play Sports Football Tournament. The tournament, which started with […]

Nov
03

UAE Champions Al Wasl Sign Super Eagles Striker After Udinese Release

UAE Pro League champions Al Wasl have officially announced the signing of Nigerian international striker Isaac Success. The former Udinese forward, who was released by the Italian Serie A club just before the end of the summer transfer window, has […]

Nov
02

Babaganaru Resigns as Akwa United Coach Amidst Struggles

Muhammed Babaganaru has stepped down as head coach of Akwa United FC following a challenging season in the Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL. The resignation came after a 1-1 draw against a struggling opponent in a week 16 match at […]

Nov
02

Peseiro Ends Tenure as Super Eagles’ Head Coach

In a surprising turn of events, Jose Peseiro has announced his departure from the role of head coach for the Super Eagles. The announcement came directly from the Portuguese coach through a statement on his X handle this Friday, marking […]

Nov
02

Iheanacho Not Registered for La Liga Amid Interest from Turkish Clubs

Despite being part of Sevilla’s squad, Kelechi Iheanacho has yet to be officially registered for La Liga, leaving his place in limbo. Meanwhile, Turkish teams are reportedly circling, with Beşiktaş among three Süper Lig clubs making formal enquiries into his […]

Nov
02

Nwabali vs Williams Renewed Rivalry in SA Premier Soccer League

Following their encounter at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON, Stanley Nwabali and Ronwen Williams have reignited their rivalry, this time on the of the South African Premier Soccer League PSL. Williams, the Bafana Bafana goalkeeper, narrowly edged out […]

Nov
02

Kparobo Nets Brace but Mjøndalen Fall Short in Five-Goal Thriller

Flying Eagles forward Kparobo Arierhi underlined his scoring instincts with a well-taken brace for Norwegian side Mjøndalen, despite his team slipping to a 3–2 defeat. The in-form striker missed a penalty earlier in the match but bounced back to strike […]

Nov
02

11 Top Nigerian Players Secure New Clubs in Winter Transfer Window

The 2024/25 winter transfer window witnessed several Nigerian footballers making moves to new clubs, with some seeking fresh opportunities due to limited playing time and others stepping up to bigger stages. Here’s a rundown of the 11 most notable transfers […]