Latest Football Stories in Nigeria

Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen will make his Napoli debut on Friday in a friendly after reporting for training. The Nigerian has been named in a 34-man squiad by manager Gennaro Gattuso for the club's pre-season training camp in…

One-time Ballon d'Or winner Fabio Cannavaro may welcome the arrival of Nigeria international, Victor Osimhen to Napoli,  but cannot say if he would be able to fill the shoes of Gonzalo Higuain. Speaking in Monday's edition of…

Nigeria international and Everton midfielder, Alex Iwobi has seen his market value drop from €32m to €25.5m, according to transfermarkt.com. Iwobi who has scored just once this season which was in Everton's 3-2 win against Wolverhampton…

Rangers International has announced the retirement of the jersey of Ifeanyi George who died in a car accident in March 2020. Chief Executive Officer of the club, Prince Davidson Owumi said it was in honour of the great…

Super Eagles striker Paul Onuachu has become the first Nigeria player to contract Coronavirus and has gone into isolation. According toHet Laaste Niuews, Onuachu tested positive at his club base…

Striker Divock Origi accepts he has a tough task in competing against Liverpool's famed front three but he believes he is "slowly but steadily" improving. The Belgium international has found opportunities limited because of the form both…

Chelsea will reportedly rival Manchester United and Real Madrid in their pursuit of Jadon Sancho in next summer's transfer window. The Englishman has cemented himself as one of the most promising players in world football since joining…

Norwich have announced losses of £38million for the financial year ending June 2019. The Canaries won promotion to the Premier League last season, but it was the first campaign in eight years without the top-flight's parachute payments.…

James Forrest has rocketed into the top bracket of earners at Celtic after signing a £5million-plus new deal, Football Insider understands. The Scottish champions announced yesterday that the winger, 28, had put pen to paper on a new…

Liverpool midfielder James Milner has indicated that he would consider a return to Leeds United should the opportunity arise in the future. While Milner is nearing the end of his current contract at Anfield, the Englishman has…

Marcus Rashford says confidence is growing in the Manchester United ranks following a third consecutive away win. United, who had not tasted victory on the road since March prior to last Thursday's win against Partizan in Belgrade, are…

Atletico Madrid have reportedly made contact with Barcelona to discuss a move for Ivan Rakitic. The Croatia international is closing in on 300 appearances in all competitions for Barca, having been a key player for the Catalan giants…

Gary Neville believes it will take a team to walk off the pitch for a sea change to happen in the fight against racism, and believes England's players are brave enough to do it. The Bulgarian federation was ordered to play one match…

Manchester United will reportedly have to beat off competition from as many as five European powerhouses if they wish to sign Jadon Sancho from Borussia Dortmund in next summer's transfer window. The Red Devils are believed to view the…

Real Madrid have reportedly joined Barcelona in the race to sign San Lorenzo youngster Matias Palacios. The attacking midfielder only turned 17 in May but has already broken into the first team at San Lorenzo. Palacios is currently…

Granit Xhaka is reportedly refusing to issue an apology to Arsenal fans for his behaviour in the club's 2-2 draw with Crystal Palace. The midfielder was substituted off with the scores level at 2-2 and walked off the pitch slowly,…

Bayern Munich are reportedly plotting a fresh approach for Manchester City winger Leroy Sane. The reigning Bundesliga champions were interested in the wide man last summer, but an ACL injury put an end to their pursuit of him in that…

Juventus have reportedly sent scouts to watch Liverpool's Mohamed Salah and Tottenham Hotspur pair Son Heung-min and Christian Eriksen. The Serie A giants had representatives in attendance as Liverpool beat Tottenham 2-1 at Anfield on…

Real Madrid have reportedly set their sights on Man City star Raheem Sterling, but they’ll have to dig deep into their pockets to prise him away. Things aren’t going to plan for the Spanish giants so far this season, as they have…

Unai Emery has refused to discuss his view on Mesut Ozil after the German was not included in the squad for Arsenal's 3-2 win over Vitoria in the Europa League on Thursday. The German has barely featured for Arsenal this season, making…