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2023 AFCON: Lookman Reveals Ambition With Super Eagles

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Representing Nigeria Among The Best Choices Of My Career – Lookman

Atalanta winger, Ademola Lookman is determined to help the Super Eagles secure a spot at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Jose Peseiro’s men will take on the Djurtus of Guinea-Bissau at the Moshood Abiola Stadium, Abuja on Friday. The reverse fixture will hold next Monday in Bissau. Victory in both games will see the Super Eagles earn a berth in Cote...

Mesut Ozil Retires From Professional Football

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Mesut Ozil Retires From Professional Football

Mesut Ozil has officially declared his retirement from professional football both at the National and club levels. Ozil played for Schalke 04, Werder Bremen, Real Madrid, Arsenal FC, Fenerbahce, and Basaksehir respectively. He made this known via his Facebook page where he said:

Why I’m Not A Fan Of Holding – Emmanuel Petit

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Why I’m Not A Fan Of Holding – Emmanuel Petit

Arsenal legend, Emmanuel Petit, has criticized defender, Rob Holding. Petit said that Holding is too soft for a defender, adding that he is not a big fan of the player. Holding started Arsenal’s 4-1 Premier League win over Crystal Palace last weekend after William Saliba sustained an injury during their UEFA Europa League defeat to Sporting Lisbon last week. READ ALSO: Tottenham...

Tottenham Must Not Attempt To Sack Conte — Doherty Warns

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Tottenham Must Not Attempt To Sack Conte — Doherty Warns

Atletico Madrid right back, Matt Doherty has warned Tottenham not to sack Antonio Conte as manager. Recall that the Italian is in danger of losing his job at Spurs within this international break. Per The Telegraph and other sources, Spurs would appoint Ryan Mason until the end of the season if Conte leaves. READ ALSO: Orban Attracting Interest From AC Milan, Napoli “I...

NFF Announces Gate Fees For Super Eagles, Guinea-Bissau Clash

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NFF Suspends Referee, Assistant Over Poor Officiating

Fans wishing to watch the Super Eagles live against the Djurtus of Guinea-Bissau at the Moshood Abiola Stadium, Abuja on Friday will have to pay between N2,000 and N10,000. The prize is for ordinary and VIP seats, respectively. Interested fans can purchase the tickets at the secretariat of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and NFF’s former office at Wuse 7, Abuja. Tickets...

U-23 AFCON Qualifiers: Gent Turn Down Orban’s Invitation To Olympic Eagles

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U-23 AFCON Qualifiers: Gent Turn Down Orban’s Invitation To Olympic Eagles

KAA Gent’s latest scoring sensation, Gift Orban, will not be available for Nigeria in Wednesday’s 2023 U-23 AFCON qualifier between the Olympic Eagles and their counterparts from Guinea at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium Abuja. Head coach of the Olympic Eagles, Salisu Yusuf, who revealed this said the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, has told him to go and prosecute the...

Osimhen Must Switch To Premier League, Says Austine Okocha

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Serie A: Osimhen To Miss Napoli’s Trip To Fiorentina

Former Nigerian midfielder, Austine Okocha has advised Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen to make a move to Premier League next season. He made this known on the backdrop of Osimhen’s goal scoring exploits in the Serie A this ongoing season. Osimhen is currently the top scorer in the Serie A with 21 goals and four assists in 23 matches. READ ALSO: Don’t...

Don’t Join Saudi Arabia League Because Of Money – Collymore Warns Zaha

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Don’t Join Saudi Arabia League Because Of Money – Collymore Warns Zaha

Former Liverpool attacker, Stan Collymore has warned Crystal Palace forward, Wilfried Zaha not to join the Saudi Arabian League because of money. Zaha’s contract with Crystal Palace will expire in the summer and he is yet to pen an extension. The Ivorian has been linked with a move to the Middle East in the summer. Collymore said this while advising Zaha against...

FA Cup Semi-final Draw Confirmed (Full fixtures)

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FA Cup Semi-final Draw Confirmed (Full fixtures)

The FA Cup semi-final draw took place on Sunday. Manchester City will take on Sheffield United, while Brighton will face either Manchester United or Fulham. City advanced to the fourth round with a 6-0 victory over Burnley on Saturday. On Sunday, the Blades defeated Blackburn 3-2 to secure their place. Brighton defeated League Two Grimsby 5-0 to halt their fantasy journey to the...

EPL: Mendy Told To Leave Chelsea

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EPL: Mendy Told To Leave Chelsea

Chelsea goalkeeper Edouard Mendy has been informed by the club's board that he is free to leave the club during the summer transfer window. Chelsea is ready to listen to bids for Mendy this summer, according to the Sunday Mirror. Chelsea is aiming to reduce manager Graham Potter's squad at the end of the season, and Mendy has been warned he...

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