Ligue 1 – Nantes defender Nicolas Pallois has rated Moses Simon the club’s most important player. Simon has registered seven goals and eight assists for Antoine Kamboure’s men this season. Only three players, Rayan Cherki, and Dilane Bakwa (nine) have more assists than the Nigeria international this term. The 29-year-old has had a hand in…
Abuja, Nigeria — Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has traveled to Europe as part of his ongoing engagements with Nigerian players based on the continent. Scouting and Player Consultations During his trip, the 47-year-old tactician will meet with potential Super Eagles prospects while maintaining discussions with current squad members. Chelle, who has only overseen…
Manchester, England — Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has sustained an ankle injury, raising concerns over his availability for upcoming fixtures. The Norwegian forward picked up the injury during City’s 2-1 FA Cup quarter-final victory against Bournemouth, where he missed a penalty but later found the net. The setback occurred in a collision with Bournemouth’s…
Madrid, Spain— Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has reassured young forward Endrick that his opportunity to shine will come in due time, emphasizing the importance of patience in a highly competitive squad. Ancelotti made this statement while addressing the media ahead of Real Madrid’s Copa del Rey semi-final second-leg clash against Real Sociedad. His remarks…
Naples, Italy — Napoli forward Romelu Lukaku has revealed his ambition to transition into coaching after retiring from professional football. Despite some reservations, the Belgian international confirmed that he has already begun preparations to obtain the necessary coaching certifications. Speaking with the club’s official website, Lukaku expressed his enthusiasm for coaching while acknowledging his lingering…
Manchester, England— Manchester United defender Leny Yoro has confirmed his full recovery and readiness for the upcoming Premier League fixture against Nottingham Forest. The French center-back, who has been sidelined for most of the month after sustaining an injury in a match against Arsenal, expressed his excitement about returning to action. Speaking to the club’s…
Madrid, Spain — Real Madrid is reportedly preparing a significant transfer bid to secure Manchester United’s playmaker, Bruno Fernandes, in the upcoming window. The Spanish club’s interest in Fernandes, who joined Manchester United from Sporting CP in January 2020, has intensified, with sources suggesting an imminent offer. The 30-year-old Portuguese international has cemented his place…
Nigeria – Turkish football pundit, Cem Dizdar has urged Galatasaray to think of Plan B amid striker, Victor Osimhen’s future with the club. According to Dizdar, Osimhen’s manager (representative) is hiding things from Galatasaray regarding the player’s next possible move ahead of the summer transfer window. Osimhen joined Galatasaray on a season-long loan from Serie…
England – The Super Eagles will feature in a four-nation tournament in England in June. The Black Stars of Ghana and Reggae Boys of Jamaica will also participate in the competition. According to SCORENigeria, the Super Eagles will fly into England after their historic first-ever clash against Russia in Moscow. They will use the matches…
London, UK — The Premier League has confirmed that this summer’s transfer window will be split into two phases to accommodate Manchester City and Chelsea ahead of the expanded FIFA Club World Cup. According to BBC Sport, the first transfer window will run from Sunday, June 1, to Tuesday, June 10, before closing for five…
Abuja, Nigeria — Egypt has been confirmed as the new host of the 2025 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations following Cote d’Ivoire’s withdrawal from the tournament. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) announced the decision after the Fédération Ivoirienne de Football (FIF) and the Ivorian government officially communicated their inability to proceed with hosting duties…
Nigeria: The Anambra Beach Soccer Warriors have arrived in Kebbi State, poised to launch their campaign in the 2025 Nigeria Beach Soccer League. Following a impressive debut last season, where they finished second behind champions Kebbi BSC, the team is determined to claim the top spot this year. With new recruits bolstering their squad, the…
Chelsea – Former Liverpool winger Jermaine Pennant has given Chelsea reasons to make a summer transfer move for Victor Osimhen. According to Pennant, Osimhen is clinical in front of goal, whereas Chelsea’s current striker, Nicolas Jackson, has a poor conversion rate. He believes the Nigeria international could be the solution to Chelsea’s scoring problems, adding…
London, UK — Arsenal is making moves to secure the long-term future of teenage sensation Ethan Nwaneri, aiming to prevent rival clubs from luring him away. According to Daily Mail reports, the club is “closing in” on a new five-year contract for Nwaneri, which would extend his stay at the Emirates until 2030. The proposed…
Paris, France — France captain Kylian Mbappé has expressed his admiration for Zinedine Zidane, stating he would be thrilled if the former Real Madrid coach becomes the next manager of the French national team. Current France head coach Didier Deschamps has confirmed that he will step down following the 2026 FIFA World Cup., opening speculation…
Bournemouth, England — Premier League side Bournemouth have expressed interest in signing Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye ahead of the summer transfer window. The Cherries currently have Kepa Arrizabalaga on loan from Chelsea, but his long-term future at the club remains uncertain. As a result, Bournemouth are exploring potential alternatives, with Okoye emerging as a key…
Liverpool, England — Liverpool have identified Super Eagles and Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman as their primary target to replace Mohamed Salah should the Egyptian depart this summer. With Salah’s contract set to expire at the end of the season and no renewal in place, speculation about his future has intensified. While Liverpool are keen to…
Kigali, Rwanda — Ademola Lookman affirms the Super Eagles’ readiness for their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Rwanda, stressing that the team is not under any pressure to win. In a statement to Ojb Sports, Lookman, the Atalanta forward, stated that the three-time African champions are fully prepared for the challenge ahead, despite…
Man United – Manchester United have announced ticket price increases for next season, just days after revealing plans for a new £2 billion ($2.6 billion) stadium. Season ticket prices will rise by approximately 5%, while tickets for fans under 16 will remain unchanged. However, some senior ticket concessions have been removed. Additionally, the club is…
Ilara-Mokin, Nigeria — The 2025 Ondo Auto Rally is set to draw over 100 participants to the racing tracks of Ilara-Mokin, adjacent to the renowned Smokin’ Hills Golf Course, on April 19. Organizers of the eighth edition of the rally have promised an exhilarating display of speed, skill, and innovation, featuring off-road challenges on rugged…
Kigali, Rwanda — Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare has revealed that he anticipated his national team invitation following his remarkable form with Belgian club, Genk. The 24-year-old forward earned his maiden call-up to the Super Eagles’ 39-man provisional squad for Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe. His inclusion was later confirmed…
Kigali, Rwanda — The Super Eagles of Nigeria have commenced preparations for their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Rwanda’s Amavubi, with an intense gym session in Kigali. The squad began their workout on Monday night at the Radisson Blu Hotel, where six players have already settled into camp. These include Victor Osimhen, Tolu…
ABUJA, NIGERIA– Nigeria’s national football team, the Super Eagles, has commenced training camp in preparation for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe. With the team’s World Cup hopes hanging in the balance, head coach Éric Chelle is under pressure to revive Nigeria’s qualification campaign. The Super Eagles have had a…
Arsenal host Chelsea in a huge Premier League clash on Sunday at the Emirates Stadium. The Gunners are 15 points behind leaders Liverpool in the Premier League table but can at least close the gap to 12 with a victory, given Arne Slot’s side are in Carabao Cup final action instead. Mikel Arteta was able…
Nigeria: Barcelona and Atlético Madrid are poised to face off in a high-stakes La Liga match today, March 16, 2025, with the title race hanging in the balance The two teams are currently separated by just one point, with Barcelona and Real Madrid tied at 57 points and Atlético lurking closely behind. This season, Atlético…
Abuja, Nigeria — Nigeria’s Under-17 women’s team, the Flamingos, have secured a place in the final round of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers after a dominant 2-0 victory over South Africa’s Bantwana on Saturday. With this win, the Flamingos completed a 5-1 aggregate triumph, having already secured a commanding 3-1 advantage in the…
London, England — Arsenal’s rising star, Ethan Nwaneri, remains eligible to play for the Super Eagles, despite being omitted from England’s latest squad. The talented midfielder was among the notable exclusions from the first squad selected by newly appointed England manager, Thomas Tuchel. Meanwhile, two of his Arsenal teammates, Declan Rice and Myles Lewis-Skelly, secured…
Nottingham, England — Nigerian defender Ola Aina has emerged as a transfer target for Premier League heavyweights Liverpool and Manchester City, with both clubs closely monitoring his situation at Nottingham Forest. Aina, whose contract with Forest is set to expire in a few months, has yet to agree to an extension, leaving his future uncertain….
Istanbul, Turkey — Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen delivered a sensational performance, netting a hat-trick as Galatasaray cruised to a commanding 4-0 victory over Antalyaspor on Friday night. Spanish forward Álvaro Morata also got on the scoresheet, converting a penalty to seal an emphatic win for the league leaders. Osimhen opened the scoring at Rams Park…
Nigeria: England manager Thomas Tuchel has announced his inaugural squad selection, featuring a mix of established players and new faces Headlining the list is Aston Villa forward Marcus Rashford, who has regained his form since departing Manchester United in January. Newcastle defender Dan Burn and Arsenal’s Myles Lewis-Skelly are among the fresh inclusions, eager to…
London, England — Arsenal defender Oleksandr Zinchenko has acknowledged that his long-term future at the Emirates remains unclear, as he awaits any potential contract developments from the club. The Ukrainian international, whose current deal runs until the end of next season, has yet to receive an offer for an extension. Speaking in an interview published…
