Nigeria international Calvin Bassey has been crowned Fulham’s Player of the Season for the 2024–25 campaign, becoming the first Nigerian and the first African to win the prestigious individual accolade. Bassey, 24, was a defensive linchpin for Marco Silva’s side, delivering a string of commanding performances that helped Fulham secure a solid 11th-place finish in
Russia’s head coach Valery Karpin has downplayed the impact of Nigeria missing top stars Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman, insisting that Friday’s international friendly in Moscow will be a stern test regardless. Friday’s encounter marks the first-ever meeting between the two nations on the football field, adding historical weight to the friendly. Speaking ahead of
Former Bafana Bafana winger Junior Khanye has delivered a scathing assessment of Nigeria international goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, advising his former club Kaizer Chiefs against signing the Chippa United star. Nwabali has been consistently linked with a move to the Soweto giants since 2023 as a potential successor to veteran goalkeeper Itumeleng Khune. However, the
Liverpool are reportedly considering a move for Nigerian international Ola Aina as a potential replacement for Trent Alexander-Arnold, who is set to leave Anfield this summer. Aina, a 28-year-old right-back, is entering the final months of his contract with Nottingham Forest and could join Liverpool on a free transfer. PAY ATTENTION: Stay updated with the Latest
Former Super Eagles forward Peter Odemwingie has expressed his satisfaction that Bayer Leverkusen striker Victor Boniface did not complete a transfer to Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr during the January transfer window. Earlier this year, Boniface was reportedly close to joining Cristiano Ronaldo at Al Nassr following Anderson Talisca’s move to Fenerbahçe SK. However, the
Former Nigerian international, Austin ‘Jay Jay’ Okocha, has reiterated his belief that the Super Eagles have the capability to defeat South Africa in their upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifying match. Despite Bafana Bafana holding a comfortable lead in Group C with 13 points from six games, six points ahead of Nigeria who have seven, Okocha
Victor Osimhen believes Galatasaray possess the quality to win all of their remaining league matches this season. The Istanbul-based club are locked in a tight battle for the Turkish Super Lig title with their city rivals, Fenerbahce. Following a recent 2-0 victory over third-placed Samsunspor on Friday night, where Osimhen himself scored alongside Yunus Akgun,
Nigerian defender Ola Aina, who currently plays for Nottingham Forest and the Super Eagles, has reacted to the news of Mohammed Salah’s contract extension with Liverpool. The 32-year-old Egyptian winger has signed a two-year deal with the Reds, putting to rest speculation about his future at Anfield. PAY ATTENTION: Stay updated with the Latest Sports News on
Former Chelsea midfielder John Mikel Obi has expressed his disappointment if the Blues fail to sign Victor Osimhen this summer. The 26-year-old striker has been a target for Chelsea, but the club’s interest was put on hold last summer due to his wage demands. Mikel, who had expressed interest in signing Osimhen, believes it would
Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has passionately called on his former club to prioritise the signing of Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen in the summer transfer window. The former England international cited the Nigerian’s experience and prolific goalscoring record as crucial additions to their struggling attack. Despite appointing Ruben Amorim as manager in November
