Turkish Süper Lig side Erzurumspor are reportedly pushing to sign Nigerian forward Peter Olayinka on a free transfer as they look to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season, Naijasports report. The 29-year-old is currently available after leaving Cypriot champions APOEL, where he made 14 league appearances and scored two goals during his spell…
Super Falcons midfielder Christy Ucheibe has officially brought an end to her successful six-year stay at Portuguese champions Benfica, closing the curtain on one of the most decorated spells by a Nigerian footballer in the country’s history, Naijasports report. Benfica confirmed that the Nigerian international will leave the club following the expiration of her contract…
Super Eagles midfielder Tochukwu Nnadi has reportedly attracted interest from two Premier League clubs this summer, but the Nigerian is understood to be keen on remaining at Olympique Marseille and fighting for his place ahead of the new season. The 22-year-old joined the French giants from Belgian side Zulte Waregem in February on a four-year…
Co-hosts Mexico launched the 2026 FIFA World Cup in emphatic fashion, securing a comfortable 2-0 victory over South Africa at the iconic Azteca Stadium to extend their unbeaten run in World Cup opening matches to eight games (W6, D2). With football’s biggest tournament returning to Mexico for the first time in 40 years, the atmosphere…
Super Eagles striker Terem Moffi has delivered an emotional reflection on Nigeria’s recent World Cup disappointments, admitting it would be painful for members of the current generation to end their careers without featuring at football’s biggest tournament. Speaking on AySuga Channel, the FC Porto forward acknowledged the reality facing several senior players in the squad…
…Alex Iwobi to be honoured before kick-off
The Super Falcons of Nigeria have intensified preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after completing their final training session ahead of Friday’s international friendly against Senegal in Ikenne. Justin Madugu’s side put in another strong workout on Thursday at the Remo Stars Stadium, with the players appearing focused and determined as…
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have arrived in Portugal ahead of next week’s international friendly encounter as preparations continue for their second tune-up game of the international window. The team’s arrival in Lisbon was confirmed by Super Eagles media officer Promise Efoghe, who disclosed that 19 players and officials travelled from Poland to Portugal following…
FIFA has officially confirmed the introduction of a new semi-automated offside technology for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a move aimed at reducing delays, unnecessary play, and injury risks caused by late offside decisions. Under the new system, assistant referees will receive an automatic alert whenever a player is detected to be more than 10…
Premier League club Brentford have officially promoted Nigerian defender Benjamin Fredrick to their first-team squad ahead of the 2026/27 season, marking a significant milestone in the youngster’s rapid development. Fredrick, who enjoyed an impressive rise through the club’s ranks, has been rewarded with a permanent place in the senior setup after catching the attention of…
