Tella reveals two players who inspired his match-winning goal against Bayern
Nathan Tella has credited his Bayer Leverkusen teammates Victor Boniface and Patrick Schick for influencing his decisive goal in their 1-0 victory over Bayern Munich in the DFB Pokal. The winger, who started Tuesday night’s clash on the bench, replaced Schick in the 61st minute and made an immediate impact. Just seven minutes later, Tella […]
Onumonu stresses importance of preparation as Super Falcons gear up for WAFCON
Super Falcons forward Ifeoma Onumonu believes adequate preparation will be key to the team’s success as they intensify their build-up for the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). The nine-time African champions recently suffered a narrow 2-1 defeat to France in a friendly match in Angers. Despite the loss, Onumonu, who netted Nigeria’s only […]
Umar Sadiq remains tight-lipped on transfer speculations amid Real Sociedad struggles
Real Sociedad striker Umar Sadiq has refused to be drawn into discussions about a potential move away from the club as speculation intensifies ahead of the winter transfer window. Sadiq, who joined the La Liga side from Almeria in 2022, has endured a challenging spell at the Reale Arena. A cruciate ligament injury derailed his […]
Paul Onuachu eyes Chelsea clash amid historic Puskás Award nomination
Southampton’s towering forward, Paul Onuachu, could make his return to action in Wednesday’s Premier League clash against Chelsea at St. Mary’s Stadium. Manager Russell Martin remains optimistic about the striker’s fitness after he sustained an injury during the Saints’ dramatic 3-2 loss to Liverpool two weeks ago. The injury sidelined Onuachu during Southampton’s 1-1 draw […]
Bundesliga giants circle as Gift Orban’s Lyon future hangs in the balance
Bundesliga heavyweights Borussia Dortmund, RB Leipzig, and VfB Stuttgart have entered the fray to secure Nigerian forward Gift Orban, who could be on the move this January. Reports suggest that the 21-year-old is likely to depart Olympique Lyon after struggling to establish himself at the Ligue 1 club. Lyon, who signed Orban from KAA Gent […]
Obinna Nwobodo secures extended stay at FC Cincinnati amid stellar MLS career
Nigeria midfielder Obinna Nwobodo has earned a contract extension at Major League Soccer (MLS) side FC Cincinnati, further solidifying his reputation as one of the league’s top talents. The club confirmed the extension on their official website, announcing they have exercised Nwobodo’s contract option, along with those of Miles Robinson, Sergio Santos, and Álvaro Barreal, […]
FA Cup full list: Iwobi, Bassey face Dele-Bashiru; Awoniyi and Ola Aina take on Victor Moses
The stage is set for an exciting third round of the Emirates FA Cup as the draw pairs several Nigerian stars in fascinating matchups. Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey of Fulham will lock horns with Watford, where Ayotomiwa Dele-Bashiru plies his trade. Both sides will be eager to make an impact in the competition, with […]
Former Paris Saint-Germain coach hails Nnadozie after hard-fought win over Super Falcons
Les Bleues head coach Laurent Bonadie has praised Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie for her stellar performance in France’s narrow 2-1 victory over Nigeria in a friendly at the Stade Raymond Kopa, Angers, on Saturday night. France took control early in the match, netting two quick goals, but Nigeria refused to back down. Ifeoma Onumonu […]
Galatasaray set sights on Bayer Leverkusen’s Nathan Tella for January loan deal
Turkish champions Galatasaray are reportedly eyeing Bayer Leverkusen winger Nathan Tella as a key target for the January transfer window. The Super Lig giants are said to be exploring a loan move for the Super Eagles forward to strengthen their attacking options for the remainder of the season. Tella, who joined Bayer Leverkusen from Southampton […]
“It’s his fitness” – Nottingham Forest boss Santo backs Super Eagles star to regain scoring form
Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo has expressed confidence in Taiwo Awoniyi’s ability to rediscover his top form despite a challenging start to the season. The Nigerian forward, who was one of Forest’s standout players last season, has struggled for opportunities and goals in the current campaign. Awoniyi has started just two Premier League games, […]
