Just when Mikel Arteta and Arsenal thought they might catch a break, Paris Saint-Germain has dropped a massive selection bombshell ahead of Saturday’s blockbuster Champions League final. In a development that will send shockwaves from Paris all the way to North London, the reigning European champions have confirmed that superstar duo Ousmane Dembélé and Achraf…
Femi Azeez enjoyed a dream international debut on Tuesday night, scoring a sensational brace to guide the Super Eagles to a 2-0 victory over the Warriors of Zimbabwe in the semi-finals of the Unity Cup. The clinical performance booked Nigeria’s spot in Saturday’s highly anticipated final at The Valley, where they will face either India…
Manchester United legend Patrice Evra has publicly urged the club’s hierarchy to secure the signing of Galatasaray’s prolific striker Victor Osimhen, naming him the ultimate “difference maker” for the Red Devils. The Nigeria international is currently attracting immense transfer interest across Europe following another sensationally fine campaign with the Turkish Süper Lig champions. While global…
Omonia Nicosia goalkeeper Francis Uzoho has been officially named captain of the Super Eagles for tonight’s high-stakes Unity Cup semi-final clash against the Warriors of Zimbabwe. The 27-year-old shot-stopper inherits the captain’s armband as the most senior and experienced player currently present in Nigeria’s London camp. The tactical shift comes on the heels of a…
Premier League side Fulham have officially decided against signing Nigerian international winger Samuel Chukwueze on a permanent basis, ending his spell in West London. The 27-year-old forward moved to Craven Cottage last summer on a season-long loan from Italian heavyweights AC Milan. While the initial agreement included a clear option for Fulham to make the…
The Super Eagles have entered the final stretch of their preparations for tonight’s highly anticipated Unity Cup semi-final clash against Zimbabwe. However, head coach Éric Chelle faces a massive selection headache as several top stars have yet to report to the team’s London camp. According to reports from AFROSPORTNEWS, only 20 players took part in…
The Super Eagles have officially opened camp in Rabat, Morocco, ahead of Thursday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff clash against Gabon. Six players — Calvin Bassey, Alex Iwobi, Samuel Chukwueze, Tolu Arokodare, Olakunle Olusegun, and Wilfred Ndidi — have already checked in. Head coach Eric Chelle, who called up 24 players for the crucial tie,…
Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey has assured fans he’s fully fit for Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup playoffs despite picking up a knock in Fulham’s 2-0 loss to Everton on Saturday. Bassey, who limped briefly during the heated clash, dismissed any injury worries after the game. “I got a little knock, but I’m fine,” the 25-year-old…
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has named Semi Ajayi in Nigeria’s 24-man squad for the 2026 World Cup playoff clash against Gabon, even though the defender is suspended for that match. Ajayi earned a suspension after picking up a yellow card in Nigeria’s 4–0 win over Benin Republic during the final round of the…
Captain William Ekong, ace forward Victor Osimhen, goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, and defenders Bright Osayi-Samuel and Calvin Bassey have been included in Nigeria’s 24-man list for next week’s 2026 FIFA World Cup African Play-off Tournament in Rabat, Morocco. Super Eagles’ Head Coach Eric Chelle has also included 89-cap midfielder Alex Iwobi, exciting young defender Benjamin Fredericks,…