Tag: sports news

Bright Osayi-Samuel has put an end to speculation over his future by agreeing to extend his stay at Fenerbahçe, ensuring the Super Eagles star remains in Turkey beyond 2025, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigerian defender, who was born in England, had been linked with a dream move to the Premier League when his contract with the…

Ligue 1 giants Paris Saint-Germain are set to return to the market in a bid to lure Victor Osimhen away from Napoli permanently, Soccernet.ng reports. However, the signing of the Nigerian international may depend on RB Leipzig’s willingness to negotiate for Kolo Muani, according to reports circulating in Turkish media outlets. The French forward, who…

Brighton & Hove Albion have entered the race to sign Christantus Uche, joining Chelsea, Newcastle, Aston Villa, and Bournemouth in the pursuit of the exciting young midfielder currently shining at Getafe, Soccernet.ng reports. Super Eagles prospect Uche, 21, has enjoyed a remarkable debut season in La Liga since his €500,000 move from Spanish third-tier side…

American players are steadily carving a niche for themselves in European football’s competitive landscape. The salaries of these players reflect their growing importance in the modern-day game. From contributing to league title triumphs to competing in UEFA Champions League matches, this new wave of talents have elevated the reputation of the United States as a…

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have suffered a significant drop in the FIFA rankings following mixed results in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, Soccernet.ng reports. Despite a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Gernot Rohr’s Benin Republic, a shocking 2-1 loss to Rwanda proved costly, resulting in a substantial decline in Nigeria’s global football standing.…

Nigeria international Raphael Onyedika delivered a standout performance for Club Brugge in their hard-fought 1-1 draw against Scottish champions Celtic in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday night, Soccernet.ng reports. Fresh from a commanding 3-1 victory over RB Leipzig in their previous Champions League outing, Celtic were slight favourites to triumph in this gameweek five…

Bayer Leverkusen have intensified efforts to secure Victor Boniface’s future at the club amid growing interest from top European sides, including Manchester United, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigerian forward, who has been in stellar form this Bundesliga season, is under contract until 2028, but the German club is reportedly working on an extension that would see…

Former Real Madrid forward Gareth Bale has come to the defense of Kylian Mbappé after the French star missed a decisive penalty during Real Madrid’s 2-0 Champions League defeat to Liverpool at Anfield on Wednesday, Soccernet.football reports. Despite the miss, which could have levelled the game at 1-1, Bale was quick to praise Mbappé’s quality,…

Switzerland and Bayer 04 Leverkusen’s midfielder, Granit Xhaka, has backed his club teammate, Victor Okoh Boniface, to become a success with the Nigerian national team in the future, Soccernet.ng reports. Xhaka has rejuvenated his career since joining Xabi Alonso’s side in the summer of 2023 and quickly became a crucial player for Die Werkself, helping…

Liverpool continued their imperious Champions League campaign with a commanding 2-0 victory over reigning champions Real Madrid at Anfield, extending their perfect group stage record, Soccernet.football reports. Goals from Alexis Mac Allister and Cody Gakpo sealed Liverpool’s first win over Madrid in 15 years, leaving Carlo Ancelotti’s side with an uphill task to qualify for…

Barcelona Femeni youngster Vicky Lopez has been crowned as the Tuttosport Golden Girl of the year, Soccernet.ng reports. Lopez has enjoyed a steady rise in the last three years. She was born in Madrid and started her football career at the Real Madrid academy. However, she switched to the Barcelona academy in 2022. Due to…

Spanish football has produced some of the most technically gifted and tactically astute players in the game and La Roja showcased these qualities during their recent success at the 2024 European Championships in Germany. Standing high above many of their peers in terms of quality, these players excel in La Liga, the Premier League and…

Bayer 04 Leverkusen and Super Eagles attacker, Nathan Tella, has revealed he’s putting in the work to ensure his return to the Nigerian National team, Soccernet.ng reports. Born in Stevenage, England, the 25-year-old started his career with the famous Arsenal Hale End Football academy, before moving on to Southampton, and then Burnley. A move abroad…

Manchester United’s financial report has shed light on the significant expense incurred in parting ways with Erik ten Hag and bringing in Ruben Amorim from Sporting CP, Soccernet.football reports. The decision to replace Ten Hag has cost the club over £21 million, impacting their immediate financial flexibility. The Red Devils entered the 2024/25 season with…

Former Nigeria Premier Football League champions Enyimba fell to a 2-0 defeat against Al Masry in their opening game of the CAF Confederations Cup on Wednesday, Soccernet.ng reports. Enyimba kicked off their CAF Confederations Cup journey with a game against Egyptian club Al Masry, at the Borg El Arab Stadium in Alexandria. Given that it…

Super Eagles defender Zaidu Sanusi has been included in FC Porto’s 26-man squad for their crucial UEFA Europa League clash against Anderlecht on Thursday night at Lotto Park in Brussels, Soccernet.ng reports. The Dragons are aiming to bounce back after a rough patch, having suffered defeats to Lazio, Benfica, and Moreirense in recent weeks. Porto…

The West African Football Union Zone B (WAFU-B) has announced Ghana as the host nation for the inaugural U17 Women’s Championship, Soccernet.ng reports. The tournament, a groundbreaking event for youth women’s football in the region, will take place from December 12 to December 26, 2024. The Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence (GSCE) in Prampram, near…

Nigeria’s Super Falcons, nine-time African champions, have begun arriving in Angers, France, ahead of Saturday’s eagerly awaited international friendly against Les Bleues, Soccernet.ng report. Players and officials touched down on Wednesday morning as preparations intensify for the high-profile encounter. This meeting between France and Nigeria in Angers is the second time the two teams will…

Former German Bundesliga champions Stuttgart are eyeing a January transfer for Nigerian striker Gift Orban, Soccernet.ng reports. Orban has had a torrid time at Lyon since his €14 million transfer from Belgian club KAA Gent in January. Recall that the Nigerian striker had impressed during his one-year stint in Belgium, registering 32 goals and two…

Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali delivered a man-of-the-match performance for Chippa United as they held SuperSport United to a goalless draw in the South African Premier Soccer League on Tuesday night, Soccernet.ng reports. Playing at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Gqeberha, the 27-year-old shot-stopper made four exceptional saves to secure a vital clean sheet.…