Nigeria Football

WAFCON 2024: Galatasaray star unfazed by Zambia threat ahead of Super Falcons clash Soccernet Nigeria10:05
If I miss the 2026 World Cup — What Forest’s Ola Aina says will happen Soccernet Nigeria10:05
Next Super Falcons coach? Ex-Leicester City player confirms coaching ambition Soccernet Nigeria08:53
Official: Real Sociedad gain as FC Bayern snap up Nigerian star Imade Soccernet Nigeria20:06
Victor Osimhen vs Alexander Isak: Who is a better striker? Soccernet Nigeria07:42
Wilfred Ndidi: Fenerbahce make first move for Nigerian star wanted by Bundesliga clubs Soccernet Nigeria08:12
Stat shows Victor Osimhen is better than Isak in one key area as Liverpool pursue £120m deal Soccernet Nigeria08:33

Latest News

In the last half-hour

Nigeria: Former Lobi Stars' Coordinator, Sam Aindigh, Dies At 55 AllAfrica13:02

In the last hour

Atletico Madrid continue Lookman talks amid Inter links Football Italia12:57

Ademola Lookman: Inter Milan’s surprise move ignites multi-club battle with Barcelona & Napoli Soccernet Nigeria12:38

In the last 2 hours

Super Eagles CB Fredrick leads Nigerian quintet in Brentford B squad for 2025-26 season All Nigeria Soccer12:10

Milan identify Nigeria international at Genk in hunt for new centre-forwards Football Italia11:56

In the last 4 hours

Atletico Madrid remain keen on signing Super Eagles star Lookman, awaiting squad exits All Nigeria Soccer10:58

Real reason I left Watford for Changchun Yatai – Ex-Man United star Ighalo Soccernet Nigeria10:56

Wafcon 2024: Galatasaray star unfazed by Zambia threat ahead of Super Falcons clash Soccernet Nigeria10:05

If I miss the 2026 World Cup — What Forest’s Ola Aina says will happen Soccernet Nigeria10:05

Confirmed: Super Falcons-eligible forward departs Barcelona for NWSL club Bay FC All Nigeria Soccer09:47

Nigeria vs Zambia: Preview, h2h, predicted XI, match details as Super Falcons battle Copper… Soccernet Nigeria09:45

In the last 6 hours

Next Super Falcons coach? Ex-Leicester City player confirms coaching ambition Soccernet Nigeria08:53

Nwaneri stays: Fabrizio Romano reveals Arsenal fended off strong Chelsea, Bundesliga interest All Nigeria Soccer08:45

Stat shows Victor Osimhen is better than Isak in one key area as Liverpool pursue £120m deal Soccernet Nigeria08:33

Wilfred Ndidi: Fenerbahce make first move for Nigerian star wanted by Bundesliga clubs Soccernet Nigeria08:12

Victor Osimhen vs Alexander Isak: Who is a better striker? Soccernet Nigeria07:42

In the last 8 hours

Rashford’s Barcelona future uncertain — What it means for Nigeria’s Lookman Soccernet Nigeria07:21

Leave Real Sociedad for Elche — 1996 Olympic gold medalist advises Sadiq Umar Soccernet Nigeria06:30

Earlier today

J’Berger pledges to deliver Warri-Effurun flyover on time The Punch02:37

Julius Berger Plans to Deliver Warri/Effurun Road Project on Schedule ThisDay Live01:37

WAFU B U20 BOYS CUP: Black Satellites Set for Must-Win Clash Against Benin in Final Group Game Ghana Football Association00:13

Ihemekwele looks forward to better season after injury comeback Enyimba FC - Official Site00:01

Yesterday

Galatasaray insider claims Napoli chief said 'they should get lost' during Osimhen talks All Nigeria Soccer23:05 15-Jul-25

Romano confirms Arsenal waived training compensation in Shuaib's move to Real Sociedad All Nigeria Soccer21:34 15-Jul-25

Official: Real Sociedad gain as FC Bayern snap up Nigerian star Imade Soccernet Nigeria20:06 15-Jul-25

Official: Versatile Nigerian striker signs new contract with Birmingham City All Nigeria Soccer19:42 15-Jul-25

Victor Osimhen: Liverpool’s move for ex-Dortmund star further dents Nigerian striker’s EPL dream Soccernet Nigeria19:25 15-Jul-25

No Milan move? Boniface travels, Tella spreads joy as Bayer Leverkusen kicks off Brazil camp Soccernet Nigeria18:03 15-Jul-25

Official: Manchester United loan out 19yo defender Ogunneye to League Two club All Nigeria Soccer17:50 15-Jul-25

Daniel Oyetunde: Arsenal confirm striker who looks up to Thierry Henry and Saka has signed pro… All Nigeria Soccer17:09 15-Jul-25

Umar Sadiq: Elche set to battle Turkey’s most successful First League club for Super Eagles star Soccernet Nigeria17:02 15-Jul-25

Arsenal youth product Shuaib confirms transfer to Real Sociedad after trial at Brighton All Nigeria Soccer15:17 15-Jul-25

Bassey: I'm the centre-back who likes to attack Sky Sports13:46 15-Jul-25

Official: Older brother of Crystal Palace attacking midfielder Eze joins new club in England All Nigeria Soccer13:25 15-Jul-25

FC Famalicão sign prolific 19-year-old Nigerian forward Abubakar Soccernet Nigeria11:35 15-Jul-25

Brentford bolster midfield with new signing to challenge Super Eagles star Onyeka All Nigeria Soccer11:03 15-Jul-25

Africa: CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations 2024 - It's Quarterfinal Time AllAfrica11:01 15-Jul-25

Victor Osimhen: Galatasaray face fresh threat in transfer race for Napoli star Soccernet Nigeria10:43 15-Jul-25

'Arsenal looking to bring in Madueke' – Blackburn icon weighs in on Nwaneri's contract situation All Nigeria Soccer10:22 15-Jul-25

Justin Madugu explains how Super Falcons can score more Soccernet Nigeria10:13 15-Jul-25

After signing new West Ham deal, brother of Man Utd striker Obi gets Denmark U17 call-up All Nigeria Soccer10:12 15-Jul-25

Arsenal to open talks with England forward with Nigerian-Igbo roots after Gyökeres deal Soccernet Nigeria09:42 15-Jul-25

What Rinsola Babajide said after signing for AS Roma Soccernet Nigeria08:51 15-Jul-25

No agreement yet on Osimhen: Galatasaray reject Napoli's payment plan and sell-on clause All Nigeria Soccer08:31 15-Jul-25

Victor Boniface Scout Report At AC Milan 2025/2026: Allegri’s Bold Striker Move – Player… Total Football Analysis08:28 15-Jul-25

In the last 7 days

Done deal: Promising Nigerian fullback signs new contract with Arsenal All Nigeria Soccer23:50 14-Jul-25

Super Eagles invitees Obaje, Hadi, Mohammed speak on fitness, Eric Chelle's philosophy and CHAN All Nigeria Soccer21:38 14-Jul-25

Napoli drop Victor Osimhen for pre-season as Galatasaray route clears up Soccernet Nigeria20:26 14-Jul-25

Lookman among the first players to arrive for Atalanta medicals despite transfer links All Nigeria Soccer18:45 14-Jul-25

Super Falcons head coach apologizes for Algeria performance, warns Zambia Soccernet Nigeria17:52 14-Jul-25

'Being considered' – Pafos official confirms Super Eagles CB Awaziem is a transfer target All Nigeria Soccer17:33 14-Jul-25

Algeria/Nigeria: Against the Super Falcons, Algeria Still Believes AllAfrica17:22 14-Jul-25

Confirmed: After opening Nigeria account at Wafcon, Liverpool alum joins AS Roma All Nigeria Soccer17:13 14-Jul-25

Atalanta and Super Eagles star Ademola Lookman set to undergo medicals Soccernet Nigeria17:01 14-Jul-25

Africa: Algeria Hold Nigeria in Casablanca Stalemate to Clinch Quarter-Final Spot AllAfrica16:52 14-Jul-25

Report: Three-time African champions Raja interested in acquiring Super Eagles GK Nwabali All Nigeria Soccer14:21 14-Jul-25

Ex-Super Eagles defender advises Joao Neves following red card incident against Chelsea Soccernet Nigeria14:18 14-Jul-25

Blackburn Rovers summer signing who looks up to Iwobi hints at picking Nigeria over England All Nigeria Soccer14:01 14-Jul-25

“We are interested” – Forgotten Super Eagles star set for shock return to Europe with Cypriot… Soccernet Nigeria13:47 14-Jul-25

Stanley Nwabali: Three-time Champions League winners set sights on signing Super Eagles goalie Soccernet Nigeria13:16 14-Jul-25

Mikel Obi lauds Chelsea’s midfield combo in Club World Cup triumph over PSG Soccernet Nigeria12:55 14-Jul-25

Nwaneri stays: Arsenal on the verge of tying down Chelsea-linked attacker after weekend talks All Nigeria Soccer12:09 14-Jul-25

Romano Squashes Osimhen to Man Utd Rumours, Galatasaray Poised for Blockbuster Deal Turkish-football.com12:03 14-Jul-25

“I wish I didn’t have to do this” – Segun Odegbami makes heart-wrenching plea to save dying… Soccernet Nigeria11:44 14-Jul-25

Benin’s Tchayé frustrated, Nigeria’s Zubairu flaunts tactical brilliance after Flying Eagles… Soccernet Nigeria10:53 14-Jul-25

The three Nigerian teenagers training with Arsenal first team in La Manga, Spain All Nigeria Soccer10:37 14-Jul-25

Osimhen snubs Al-Hilal again as he waits for Galatasaray move Football Italia09:43 14-Jul-25

'He was really good' – Mikel lauds Chelsea captain after midfield masterclass against PSG All Nigeria Soccer09:37 14-Jul-25

Dilapidated state of Akure Stadium contributed to Sunshine Stars relegation — Swan BusinessDay NG08:57 14-Jul-25

'Man Utd not part of the conversation' – Fabrizio Romano reveals Osimhen's most likely… All Nigeria Soccer07:55 14-Jul-25

NNL Super 8: Oborevwori congratulates Warri Wolves Tribune Online07:21 14-Jul-25

Watch: Tems stuns fans with beautiful performance in Chelsea CWC final win over PSG Soccernet Nigeria05:36 14-Jul-25

In Focus: Everything you need to know about the Round of 32 Queensland contingent Australia Cup03:49 14-Jul-25

'Played a good game' – Mikel names Chelsea player who surprised him in CWC final All Nigeria Soccer00:37 14-Jul-25

Wafcon 2024: Player ratings from Super Falcons goalless draw against Algeria Soccernet Nigeria23:18 13-Jul-25

Super Eagles-eligible duo left on bench as Chelsea beat PSG to win Fifa Club World Cup All Nigeria Soccer22:45 13-Jul-25

5 key takeaways from Nigeria’s goalless draw with Algeria as Super Falcons set up Zambia clash Soccernet Nigeria22:37 13-Jul-25

2024 Wafcon: Nigeria 0-0 Algeria － Super Falcons land top spot in Soccernet Nigeria22:37 13-Jul-25

Nigeria win Group B, Algeria finish second Africanfootball.com22:37 13-Jul-25

Super Falcons player ratings: Nnadozie untroubled; Ordega wasteful; Onumonu, Ihezuo ineffective All Nigeria Soccer22:35 13-Jul-25

Nigeria and Algeria march on at WAFCON Africanfootball.com22:27 13-Jul-25

Wafcon 2024 Nigeria 0 Algeria 0: Five takeaways from Super Falcons goalless draw v Algeria All Nigeria Soccer22:25 13-Jul-25

Nigeria 0 Algeria 0: Ajibade, Echegini, Ihezuo fire blanks as Super Falcons held by Fennecs All Nigeria Soccer22:14 13-Jul-25

Every football trophy Nigeria won under Muhammadu Buhari’s watch Soccernet Nigeria20:24 13-Jul-25

Saudi can wait — Ex-Super Eagles striker tips AC Milan switch for Boniface Soccernet Nigeria19:13 13-Jul-25

Victor Osimhen transfer: Galatasaray’s daring offer to pay Napoli revealed Soccernet Nigeria19:03 13-Jul-25

“He can do it again” — Ex-QPR and Galatasaray striker backs Onuachu to shine at Trabzonspor Soccernet Nigeria18:32 13-Jul-25

Nigeria 4 Benin 1: Abdullahi, Ezekiel, Muhammad, Mustapha fire Flying Eagles to victory All Nigeria Soccer18:20 13-Jul-25

Nigeria 4-1 Benin Republic: Flying Eagles thrash Cheetahs to book semifinal spot at Wafu B Soccernet Nigeria18:02 13-Jul-25

16yo forward of Nigerian descent shines for Liverpool in 3-1 win over Preston North End All Nigeria Soccer17:19 13-Jul-25

Warri Wolves crowned 2025 Nnl champions after thrilling 3-2 victory over Wikki Tourists The Nation, Nigeria17:01 13-Jul-25

Algeria's finest: Four key players the Super Falcons must silence in Wafcon clash All Nigeria Soccer14:57 13-Jul-25

Victor Boniface makes stunning admission about potential Premier League move Soccernet Nigeria14:17 13-Jul-25

Inter Milan make Akinsanmiro decision as Chivu prepares pre-season squad Soccernet Nigeria13:37 13-Jul-25

'Even Gyokeres would come to Fenerbahce' – Pundit claims Osimhen only wants Galatasaray All Nigeria Soccer13:25 13-Jul-25

WAFCON: Nigeria out to maintain perfect record against Algeria Africanfootball.com12:07 13-Jul-25

'I wasn't able to hug her' – Algeria coach details relationship with Super Falcons star Oshoala All Nigeria Soccer12:04 13-Jul-25

Christantus Uche: Atlético Madrid-linked Super Eagles star may be trying to force a move away… Soccernet Nigeria11:44 13-Jul-25

Inter Milan To Extend Contract Of Young Nigerian Star & Send Him Out On Loan To Pisa SempreInter11:41 13-Jul-25

FIE boosts African fencing insidethegames.biz11:08 13-Jul-25

Watch: Super Falcons hold Sunday service in camp ahead of Wafcon clash against Algeria Soccernet Nigeria09:52 13-Jul-25

'That was a no' – Romano confirms Arsenal rejected Chelsea approach for Nwaneri All Nigeria Soccer09:41 13-Jul-25

Hoffenheim friendlies: Gift Orban scores spectacular goal, Flying Eagles forward Benjamin bags… All Nigeria Soccer09:10 13-Jul-25

Ademola Lookman transfer: Napoli make first move for Atalanta forward amid Barcelona, Atletico… Soccernet Nigeria03:34 13-Jul-25

Troost-Ekong: Charity bigger than football The Nation, Nigeria01:18 13-Jul-25

WAFU B U20 BOYS CUP: Benin to wrestle Nigeria in high stakes encounter Ghana Football Association23:02 12-Jul-25

'Tosin is not Chelsea standard' - Obi Mikel urges former club to make a move for Arsenal CB All Nigeria Soccer22:48 12-Jul-25

The agony of the Super Eagles: Ranking Nigeria’s recent football disappointments Soccernet Nigeria20:55 12-Jul-25

'I don't like PL' – Leverkusen's Boniface reveals he turned down English clubs despite 'good… All Nigeria Soccer20:45 12-Jul-25

Rashford to Barcelona in question as Catalans table hefty bid for Ademola Lookman Soccernet Nigeria20:35 12-Jul-25

'I'm back' – Super Eagles midfielder Onyeka drops hint about Brentford future amid Valencia… All Nigeria Soccer19:34 12-Jul-25

Three Nigerians feature as Arsenal stars of tomorrow play out draw against Boreham Wood All Nigeria Soccer18:43 12-Jul-25

Nigeria’s Kenneth Omeruo not ready for CFR Cluj, coach Petrescu laments after Paksi FC tie in… Soccernet Nigeria17:52 12-Jul-25

'Hasn't been how I want' – Super Falcons midfielder Echegini opens up on limited Wafcon game… All Nigeria Soccer17:32 12-Jul-25

'This disgrace' – Former referee slams Galatasaray chief and agent over failed Osimhen deal All Nigeria Soccer17:22 12-Jul-25

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