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'I always wanted to play for Nigeria' - Hamburg winger thrilled to represent Super Eagles
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'I always wanted to play for Nigeria' - Hamburg winger thrilled to represent Super Eagles

Hamburg winger Philip Otele has expressed his delight after earning a call-up to the Super Eagles, describing the opportunity to represent Nigeria as the fulfilment of a lifelong dream.Otele made Nigeria's provisional squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, though he knew his chances of making the final team were slim as manager Eric Chelle preferred to assess him in a friendly match before considering him for a competitive fixture.After not featuring in Nigeria’s 2‑1 win over Iran, the Basel loanee made his first appearance for the Super Eagles on Tuesday evening, replacing Frank Onyeka...

April 1, 2026
Simon, Liverpool, Chelsea & Arsenal stars, 25 others fight it out for CAF Player of the Year
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Simon, Liverpool, Chelsea & Arsenal stars, 25 others fight it out for CAF Player of the Year

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has today announced the nominees for the 2022 African Player of the Year, with Nigerian and Nantes winger Moses Simon in the race for the prestigious indivi...

Jun 30, 2022
Amoo battles Manchester United starlet, 8 others for CAF Young Player of the Year
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Amoo battles Manchester United starlet, 8 others for CAF Young Player of the Year

The Confederation of African Football has revealed the first list of nominees for the CAF Awards 2022 which will be held on 21 July 2022 in Rabat, Morocco.   FC Copenhagen winger Akinkunmi ...

Jun 30, 2022
Aribo's transfer decision: What is the best option for the all-round midfielder?
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Aribo's transfer decision: What is the best option for the all-round midfielder?

Joe Aribo is no doubt one of the most talented footballers in the current Super Eagles squad. His roaming style of play becoming a key element of the national team and his club Rangers.   H...

Jun 29, 2022
WAFU B U17 : Five Golden Eaglets stars named in official Team of the Tournament
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WAFU B U17 : Five Golden Eaglets stars named in official Team of the Tournament

The official team of the tournament of the WAFU Zone B U17 tournament which was played in Cape Coast has been released.   Nigeria's Golden Eaglets were the eventual champions of the com...

Jun 27, 2022
'Possesses many of same traits' - Crystal Palace urged to sign Aribo as replacement for Chelsea star
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'Possesses many of same traits' - Crystal Palace urged to sign Aribo as replacement for Chelsea star

In an opinion article by The Athletic UK's Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, Crystal Palace have been urged to firm up their interest in Glasgow Rangers star Joe Aribo.    Manager Patrick ...

Jun 27, 2022
'In our thoughts' - Stoke City boss confirms interest in Nigeria international
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'In our thoughts' - Stoke City boss confirms interest in Nigeria international

Manager Michael O'Neill has confirmed that Stoke City are interested in signing Nigeria international Josh Maja and Romaine Sawyers in the summer transfer window.   Allnigeriasoccer.com...

Jun 25, 2022
Nigeria 2 Burkina Faso 1: Two decisions from Ugbade that helped Eaglets lift WAFU B trophy
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Nigeria 2 Burkina Faso 1: Two decisions from Ugbade that helped Eaglets lift WAFU B trophy

The Golden Eaglets' performance at the WAFU Zone B U17 competition has been outstanding.   There was no doubt in anyone's mind when the event began at Cape Coast that they were capa...

Jun 25, 2022
Opinion : Chelsea should target Nigeria midfielder as a cheaper alternative to Declan Rice
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Opinion : Chelsea should target Nigeria midfielder as a cheaper alternative to Declan Rice

With the transfer window in full swing, Chelsea are in the market for players who would help elevate the squad in quality and depth.   West Ham midfielder Declan Rice has been a long-term t...

Jun 24, 2022
Nigeria U17 player ratings : Abdullahi clinical, Ogwor outstanding, Mbata combative, Michael gem
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Nigeria U17 player ratings : Abdullahi clinical, Ogwor outstanding, Mbata combative, Michael gem

The 2022 WAFU Zone B U-17 Championship was won by Nigeria's Golden Eaglets, who defeated Burkina Faso 2-1 on Friday night in Cape Coast Ghana.   In the 22nd minute, Abubakar Abdullahi h...

Jun 24, 2022
Five takeaways from Nigeria's win against Burkina Faso In U17 WAFU Zone B final
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Five takeaways from Nigeria's win against Burkina Faso In U17 WAFU Zone B final

Nigeria's Golden Eaglets on Friday evening defeated Burkina Faso 2-1 to lift the WAFU Zone B tournament in Cape Coast to qualify for the 2023 CAF U-17 Africa Cup of Nations in Algeria.   ...

Jun 24, 2022
U17 WAFU B Nigeria 2 Burkina Faso 1 : Abubakar Abdullahi brace hands Golden Eaglets title
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U17 WAFU B Nigeria 2 Burkina Faso 1 : Abubakar Abdullahi brace hands Golden Eaglets title

Nigeria's Golden Eaglets on Friday evening defeated Burkina Faso 2-1 to win the 2022 West Africa Football Union Zone B U-17 Championship in Cape Coast reports allnigeriasoccer.com. The Golden...

Jun 24, 2022
Nigeria squad announcement AWCON : Barcelona, Leicester, Sevilla stars named to 25-player roster
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Nigeria squad announcement AWCON : Barcelona, Leicester, Sevilla stars named to 25-player roster

Super Falcons head coach Randy Waldrum has announced a 25-player roster for the 12th Women Africa Cup of Nations taking place in Morocco, 2nd – 23rd July.   An analysis of the squad l...

Jun 24, 2022