The Super Eagles missed out on qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup but have lined up fixtures against European opposition as they look to improve on the global rankings."For the big warm up games in June against Poland and Portugal, I will feature my first team players," said Chelle ...
Chelle emerged as the eventual choice only after a series of high-profile coaching targets declined the opportunity to take charge of the Super Eagles following the exit of Finidi George, according to a senior figure within the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) as reported by owngoalnigeria.com.
The 20-year-old Berekum Chelsea winger died after the club's team bus was ambushed by armed robbers while returning from a Ghana Premier League fixture on Sunday.According to reports, the attack occurred along the Goaso–Bibiani road as the team travelled back from their match against Samar...
Speaking after the match, Inter coach Cristian Chivu praised his side's resilience and growth. "It wasn't straightforward," he said. "We were two goals behind, but reacted immediately. That goal before half-time gave us confidence. In the second half we raised the tempo, showed character and mana...
The 35-year-old star has been plying his trade with Saudi Pro League side Al-Ahli since joining them from Manchester City in 2023 following a trophy-laden spell in England.According to Turkish broadcaster A Spor, Mahrez is in advanced negotiations with the Turkish giants, and an agreement ...
Ademola Lookman not enough, says ex-Nigeria star Etim Esin Ex-Super Eagles international Etim Esin believes the Nigerian senior national football team are still lacking a true creative spark in midfield, warning that the team's long-standing playmaking issues remain unresolved despi...
The visit comes in the wake of a controversial decision by CAF's judicial bodies regarding the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which was awarded as a 3-0 victory to Morocco national football team.However, the Senegalese Football Federation has formally challenged the rulin...
Bafana had to come from behind on two occasions in back-to-back World Cup warm-up friendlies against Panama, as they drew 1-1 in the first game, courtesy of an equaliser by Oswin Appollis.Mbekezeli Mbokazi's leveller in the second encounter on Tuesday, a thunderbolt from outside the box, h...
The Nigerian striker, who joined the Tunisian heavyweights from Olympic Azzaweya as a free agent, needed just 59 minutes to register his first treble at the Stade Taïeb Mehiri.Speaking to CSS TV after the match, Ogbole described the achievement as one of the most memorable moments of his c...
Manager Cristian Chivu praised his side's second-half display, revealing how their halftime message shaped the result. "We celebrated a lot at 3-1 because that's exactly what we discussed," he said. "The idea was to come back out and put the game to bed, and we did that straight away."Inte...
The 34-year-old was part of the squad that won the controversial 2025 African Cup of Nations title that the Confederation of African Football (CAF) recently revoked and awarded to Morocco after the Teranga Lions were declared to have forfeited the match."I believe this will be my last Worl...
CAF confirmed that Samson Adamu will take over on an interim basis while the process of appointing a permanent replacement gets underway.Addressing the media, Motsepe praised Mosengo-Omba for his contribution to the growth and development of football across the continent, describing his te...
Perekli expressed confidence that the in-form striker will find the net in what promises to be a high-profile clash, pointing to his consistency and influence this season."He makes good use of his height and utilizes crosses from the wings effectively. He will continue to score goals with ...
Inter lead the league by six points with eight games remaining and would normally feel confident of a 21st title ahead of Sunday's clash with Roma. Yet Napoli and Milan have reignited a race that seemed all but over, helped by Inter's drop of just two points from their last three matches before t...
According to All Nigeria Soccer, the Nigerian centre-back was back on the training pitch at the club's Cottingham base this week, easing fears over his availability following his withdrawal from international duty.Ajayi had been forced to leave the Super Eagles camp before their friendly a...
USA 0-2 PortugalPortugal emerged victorious at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, dealing the United States their eighth consecutive defeat against European opposition. Despite a high-energy start and several clear chances for Christian Pulisic, the Americans couldn't find the net.
Bosnia and Herzegovina 1-1 (4-1 pen) ItalyA nightmare scenario unfolded for the Azzurri as they failed to qualify for their third consecutive World Cup. Italy took an early lead through Moise Kean, but the game shifted when Alessandro Bastoni was sent off.Bosnia cap...
The 22-year-old has been a key figure for Venezia this season, helping drive their promotion push as they sit three points clear at the top of Serie B. Doumbia has delivered six goals and four assists in 31 appearances, combining physical strength with an eye for goal from midfield.His per...
The 18-year-old was handed a late call-up to England's U19 squad for the first qualifying round of the 2027 UEFA European Under-19 Championship. He came off the bench in the 77th minute during a 4-1 victory over Bulgaria, a result that provisionally ties him to England under FIFA regulations....
Hugo Broos' side were held to a 1-1 draw at Moses Mabhida Stadium on Friday, despite dominating large spells of the game and creating several clear scoring opportunities.For Okon, the result highlighted the fine margins at international level, with defensive lapses proving decisive. Panama...