It was another action-packed weekend for Nigerian stars across Europe, with goals, assists, and standout performances lighting up the top leagues. Iwobi Inspires Fulham’s Victory Over Tottenham At Craven Cottage, Alex Iwobi was on target as Fulham secured a hard-fought 2-1 win over Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League on Sunday. Iwobi doubled Fulham’s lead in the 34th minute, continuing his impressive campaign. The Nigerian international has now netted four league goals this season. He was substituted in the 90th minute after a lively performance. Compatriots Calvin Bassey and Samuel Chukwueze also featured for Fulham. Bassey completed the full 90 minutes, while Chukwueze came on in the 72nd minute to help see…
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The Super Falcons began their preparations for the upcoming Women’s Africa Cup of Nations with a narrow 1-0 defeat to the Indomitable Lionesses on Saturday at the Military Stadium, Yaounde. In what was their first pre-tournament friendly, Nigeria put up a spirited performance but were undone by a late strike from Mbomezomo Yvana, whose stoppage-time goal sealed victory for the hosts. The encounter served as a crucial tune-up for both sides ahead of next month’s continental showpiece in Morocco. Head coach Justine Madugu fielded a balanced squad blending fresh talents with seasoned internationals. Captain Rasheedat Ajibade led by example, while Gift Monday spearheaded the attack. There was…
Match-day 27 games went down across the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) over the weekend, as title hopefuls tightened their grip, champions stumbled again, and relegation battles intensified. Ikorodu City Stay Top Despite Stalemate Ikorodu City held on to top spot in the NPFL standings, after a 1-1 draw at home against Bayelsa United on Sunday. Bayelsa struck first, with Ettah Ikoi finding the breakthrough 10 minutes before halftime to silence the home crowd. However, Ikorodu responded after the interval, as Olanrewaju Molade restored parity four minutes past the hour mark. Though they couldn’t find a winner, the league leaders…
Nigerian footballers were at the heart of the action across Europe over the weekend, delivering goals, assists, and standout performances for their respective clubs. Onuachu’s Scoring Streak Continues in Turkey In the Turkish Super Lig, Paul Onuachu once again proved decisive as Trabzonspor secured a 2-1 victory over Gaziantep FK on Sunday. The striker netted the winning goal, extending his scoring run to six consecutive matches for Trabzonspor. Onuachu is enjoying a prolific campaign, sitting atop the league’s scoring chart with 17 goals in just 20 appearances — a remarkable return that underlines his importance to the team. Lookman Shines…
Racist abuse in football has once again cast a dark shadow over the Premier League, as two more players have been targeted on social media following weekend fixtures. Wolves striker Tolu Arokodare and Sunderland winger Romaine Mundle are the latest victims in a deeply troubling pattern of online discrimination. Their experiences came just one day after Burnley midfielder Hannibal Mejbri and Chelsea defender Wesley Fofana were subjected to racist abuse on Instagram after their sides played out a 1-1 draw at Stamford Bridge. Wolves Condemn “Abhorrent” Abuse Arokodare was targeted following Wolves’ 1-0 defeat to Crystal Palace. The 25-year-old Nigerian…
It was an action-packed weekend for Nigerian stars across Europe, as members of the Super Eagles delivered standout performances for their respective clubs in league and cup competitions. Iwobi Marks Milestone in FA Cup Win In England, Alex Iwobi celebrated a major career milestone as Fulham edged Stoke City 2-1 in the fourth round of the FA Cup on Sunday. The Super Eagles midfielder, who featured for the full 90 minutes, made his 100th appearance for Fulham and delivered an assured performance in midfield. His Nigerian teammate, Calvin Bassey, was named on the bench but did not feature. Elsewhere in the FA Cup, Tolu Arokodare played the entire match as Wolverhampton Wanderers secured…
Matchday 26 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) produced thrilling encounters, crucial victories, and major shifts in the standings as the title race and relegation battle continue to intensify. Ikorodu City Claim Summit Spot Ikorodu City climbed to the top of the NPFL table with 44 points after securing a hard-fought 1-0 away victory against Enyimba in Aba. The decisive moment came just before the half-hour mark when Joseph Arumala found the back of the net, sealing a vital three points on the road. The narrow win was enough to send Ikorodu City to the summit as the title race tightens. Shooting…
It was another thrilling weekend for Nigerian footballers plying their trade across Europe, with goals, assists, transfers, and standout performances highlighting the growing influence of Nigerian players. Osimhen Hits Historic Milestone in Turkey In Turkey, Victor Osimhen continued his sensational form as Galatasaray cruised to a dominant 4–0 victory over Kayserispor on Sunday. The Super Eagles striker found the net and provided an assist in a commanding display that marked a major career milestone. Osimhen converted from the penalty spot in the 25th minute to double Galatasaray’s lead before setting up Gabriel Sara for the third goal in the 60th…
Rivers United continue to struggle in the CAF Champions League group stage as they suffered a 1–0 defeat to Zambia’s Power Dynamos at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Sunday. The decisive moment came just five minutes into the second half when Kondwani Chiboni found the back of the net, handing the visitors a historic victory. The goal proved enough to separate both sides in a tightly contested Matchday Four encounter. The win marked a significant milestone for Power Dynamos, as it was their first-ever victory in the CAF Champions League group stage. The result lifted Oswald Mutapa’s…
Nigerian footballers delivered standout performances across Europe over the weekend, making their presence felt in the Premier League, La Liga, the Turkish Super Lig, and the Women’s Super League. Awoniyi Ends Goal Drought as Forest Win In the English Premier League, Super Eagles striker Taiwo Awoniyi marked a significant milestone by scoring his first league goal of the season in Nottingham Forest’s 2–0 victory over Brentford on Sunday. The 28-year-old came off the bench in the 68th minute and sealed the win with Forest’s second goal in the 80th minute. It was Awoniyi’s first goal in over 380 days, his last having…