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'More than capable' - Marseille icon endorses Bassey as Troost-Ekong's heir ahead of Afcon
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'More than capable' - Marseille icon endorses Bassey as Troost-Ekong's heir ahead of Afcon

Marseille legend and retired Senegal international Mamadou Niang believes Calvin Bassey possesses every quality needed to step seamlessly into the role vacated by William Troost-Ekong at the heart of Nigeria's defence.Troost-Ekong, the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations Player of the Tournament, shocked many last week when he announced his retirement from international football. The 32-year-old brought an end to a decade-long Super Eagles career after Nigeria failed to qualify for the 2026 Fifa World Cup through the African playoffs — a decision made all the more surprising given his inclusion ...

December 10, 2025
After 91 days on the sidelines, Super Eagles CB Ogbu returns to action for Slavia Prague
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After 91 days on the sidelines, Super Eagles CB Ogbu returns to action for Slavia Prague

After spending 91 days on the sidelines, Igoh Ogbu made a successful return from injury as Slavia Prague secured a 3-0 victory over Slovacko on Saturday. The Nigeria international central defender was...

Nov 30, 2025
'We are going to lose three players' - Fulham coach on Iwobi, Bassey and Chukwueze's Afcon call-ups
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'We are going to lose three players' - Fulham coach on Iwobi, Bassey and Chukwueze's Afcon call-ups

Fulham manager Marco Silva says the club is weighing January reinforcements as Alex Iwobi, Calvin Bassey, and Samuel Chukwueze get set to leave for the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.Iwobi and Basse...

Nov 29, 2025
Super Eagles centre-back Ajayi scores first Hull City goal in win at Stoke City
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Super Eagles centre-back Ajayi scores first Hull City goal in win at Stoke City

Hull City central defender Semi Ajayi played a pivotal role as the Tigers staged a thrilling comeback to defeat Stoke City 2-1 at bet365 Stadium on Saturday. Stoke City took an early lead in the 17th ...

Nov 29, 2025
Bayern loanee Imade no longer eligible for two African giants after cap-tying appearance for Spain
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Bayern loanee Imade no longer eligible for two African giants after cap-tying appearance for Spain

Bayern Munich loanee Edna Imade is no longer eligible to represent African heavyweights Nigeria or Morocco after making her competitive debut for Spain in the first leg of the UEFA Women's Nations Lea...

Nov 29, 2025
'He's an international player' - Birmingham coach challenges Osayi-Samuel to reclaim starting spot
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'He's an international player' - Birmingham coach challenges Osayi-Samuel to reclaim starting spot

Birmingham City manager Chris Davies has urged Bright Osayi-Samuel to step up and reclaim his starting berth from Tomoki Iwata as the Blues prepare to face Watford at the St Andrew’s on Saturday.&nb...

Nov 28, 2025
Eric Chelle keeps NFF waiting on Super Eagles' provisional Afcon 2025 squad
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Eric Chelle keeps NFF waiting on Super Eagles' provisional Afcon 2025 squad

Allnigeriasoccer.com has been informed that Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has yet to submit his provisional squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.Despite widespread reports suggesting that the Mal...

Nov 28, 2025
No shots fired: Oliseh clarifies remarks on Eric Chelle's appointment after World Cup miss
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No shots fired: Oliseh clarifies remarks on Eric Chelle's appointment after World Cup miss

Former Super Eagles captain Sunday Oliseh has denied reports claiming he criticized the appointment of head coach Eric Chelle following Nigeria's failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Nigeria...

Nov 28, 2025
Egypt FA await Liverpool Man City's responses over availability of Salah, Marmoush for Nigeria friendly
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Egypt FA await Liverpool Man City's responses over availability of Salah, Marmoush for Nigeria friendly

The Egyptian Football Association is awaiting official responses from Liverpool and Manchester City regarding the availability of Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush for the Pharaohs’ upcoming friendly ...

Nov 28, 2025
'One for the future' - Brentford hero Sodje highlights injured Fredrick's importance to Super Eagles
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'One for the future' - Brentford hero Sodje highlights injured Fredrick's importance to Super Eagles

Brentford hero and retired Nigeria international Sam Sodje has insisted that injured central defender Benjamin Fredrick would have played a pivotal role for the Super Eagles at the 2025 Africa Cup of ...

Nov 28, 2025
'He's going to the Afcon' - Hull City coach says Ajayi to get more minutes before Super Eagles duty
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'He's going to the Afcon' - Hull City coach says Ajayi to get more minutes before Super Eagles duty

Hull City manager Sergej Jakirović has confirmed that Nigerian defender Semi Ajayi will feature more prominently in the coming weeks as the club prepares for his expected departure to the Super Eagle...

Nov 27, 2025
'Where is the money?' - Former Super Falcons coach Waldrum questions NFF over N1.4b Fifa World Cup preparation fund
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'Where is the money?' - Former Super Falcons coach Waldrum questions NFF over N1.4b Fifa World Cup preparation fund

Former Super Falcons head coach, Randy Waldrum, has raised fresh concerns over the Nigeria Football Federation’s (NFF) handling of funds purportedly released by FIFA for the team’s preparation for...

Nov 27, 2025
Arthur Okonkwo: In-form GK on Nigeria's radar keeps fourth consecutive clean sheet for Wrexham
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Arthur Okonkwo: In-form GK on Nigeria's radar keeps fourth consecutive clean sheet for Wrexham

Arthur Okonkwo maintained his impressive run of form on Wednesday night as Wrexham sealed a 2-0 victory over Bristol City at the SToK Cae Ras, with the goalkeeper registering his fourth consecutive cl...

Nov 27, 2025