Nigerian Players Abroad: Iwobi, Dele-Bashiru, Akor Adams On Target Nigerian footballers enjoyed an eventful weekend across Europe, with Alex Iwobi, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru and Akor Adams getting on the scoresheet for their respective clubs. Meanwhile, several other Super Eagles stars also featured prominently in action across England, Italy, France, Germany and Spain. Iwobi Fires Fulham to First Premier League Victory Alex Iwobi emerged as the hero for Fulham, scoring the decisive goal in their hard-fought 1-0 home victory over Hull City to secure their first Premier League win of the season. The Nigerian midfielder found the back of the net in…
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Enugu Rangers claimed a vital 2-0 victory over Algerian giants MC Alger in the first leg of their CAF Champions League second preliminary round encounter at the Moshood Abiola Sports Complex in Abeokuta on Sunday. In a fiercely contested encounter, both sides finished the match with 10 men after Rangers goalkeeper Lucky Jimoh was sent off just 11 minutes into the game, while MC Alger’s Oussama Benhaoua received a red card seven minutes into the second half. Despite the early setback, the Nigerian champions displayed remarkable resilience and determination, scoring twice in the closing stages to secure a valuable advantage…
Nigeria’s representative in the CAF Confederation Cup, El-Kanemi Warriors of Maiduguri fought back to earn a 2-2 draw against Moroccan powerhouse Raja Casablanca in the first leg of their CAF Confederation Cup second preliminary round encounter at the Remo Stars Sports Complex in Ikenne on Sunday. The Nigerian side made an impressive start to the contest, taking the lead in the sixth minute after putting the visitors under pressure during the opening exchanges. However, Raja Casablanca responded strongly and restored parity in the 23rd minute through Mohammad Abu Zrayq, ensuring both teams headed into the halftime break level at 1-1.…
Defending champions Enugu Rangers maintained their position at the summit of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) table after earning a dramatic 2-2 draw against Barau FC away from home on Sunday. Rangers, who now have 18 points, appeared set for victory after Ifeanyi Okechukwu opened the scoring seven minutes before half-time. However, Barau FC responded strongly after the break, with Joseph Atule and Aliyu Sugau converting penalties to put the hosts ahead. Just when Barau FC looked set to claim all three points, Chidiebere Nwobodo struck a stoppage-time equaliser to rescue a point for the defending champions and keep…
Nigerian footballers enjoyed an eventful weekend across Europe, with Terem Moffi and Chibuike Nwaiwu finding the net, Victor Osimhen returning from injury with an assist, and Kelechi Iheanacho extending his remarkable scoring streak. Meanwhile, Calvin Bassey reached a significant Premier League milestone as several other Super Eagles stars featured for their respective clubs. Germany: Moffi Opens Bundesliga Goal Account Terem Moffi opened his Bundesliga scoring account for Hamburg in dramatic fashion, helping his side secure a thrilling 3-2 victory over Hoffenheim on Saturday. Hamburg were trailing 2-1 when the Nigerian international came off the bench in the 76th minute. Seven…
Second half goals from Michelle Alozie and Uchenna Kanu secured a 2-0 away win for Nigeria’s Super Falcons in the first leg, second round of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic qualifier at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, Ogun State on Friday. After holding out to a goalless first half, Comoros resolve was finally broken on 48 minutes as Alozie opened the scoring after slotting home a headed assist from close range. Then Kanu doubled the lead in the 59th minute as she headed home a well floated corner kick. Despite playing the first leg in Ikenne, Comoros were the…
Nigeria’s hopes of making a strong start to their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign suffered a major setback on Tuesday as the Super Eagles were beaten 3-0 by Guinea-Bissau in their second Group L fixture. The hosts took control of the game early and broke the deadlock in the 15th minute through Franculino Djú. The forward found space inside the box after being picked out by Renato Nhaga before calmly firing a left-footed effort past Nigeria goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali. Nigeria responded with a spell of pressure as they searched for an equaliser before the break. Alex Iwobi created…
Newly promoted Barau FC continued their impressive start to life in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) after securing a hard-fought 1-1 draw away to Sporting Lagos on Saturday. Joseph Atule gave Barau FC the lead in the 34th minute, confidently converting from the penalty spot. Sporting Lagos responded after the break, with Sodiq Ayoade finding the equaliser in the 61st minute. The point extended Barau FC’s unbeaten run to six matches and kept them at the top of the NPFL standings with 12 points. Enyimba Pick Up First Point Enyimba’s difficult start to the 2026/27 NPFL season continued as…
Nigeria’s Super Eagles made a winning start to their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign after coming from behind to defeat Madagascar 2-1 at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Friday. The victory provided a memorable senior international debut for the duo of George Ilenikhena and Moses Usor, with the two youngsters scoring the goals that secured all three points for Eric Chelle’s side. Madagascar stunned the home crowd by taking the lead after capitalising on a quick transition. The early setback put Nigeria under pressure, but the Super Eagles remained composed as they searched for a…
Several Nigerian footballers were in action across Europe over the weekend, with Kelechi Iheanacho, Tolu Arokodare and Gift Orban among the standout performers after they found the back of the net. Iheanacho Continues Remarkable Scoring Run in Turkey Kelechi Iheanacho continued his impressive form in Turkey, scoring twice to help Bursaspor complete a comeback victory over Batman Petrolspor. Bursaspor found themselves behind, but the Nigeria international restored parity from the penalty spot on the hour mark. Iheanacho then completed the comeback five minutes before full time, securing a crucial 2-1 away victory for his side. The brace means Iheanacho has now scored…