Lisbon, Portugal — Nigerian defender Zaidu Sanusi has been named in FC Porto’s 28-man squad for the inaugural edition of the FIFA Club World Cup, which kicks off this month in the United States. The Portuguese giants arrived at Newark Liberty International Airport on Tuesday night to begin preparations for the global tournament, with Sanusi…
Sheffield, England — English Championship side Sheffield United have confirmed the acquisition of Nigerian forward Ehije Ukaki, completing a transfer from Bulgarian top-flight club Botev Plovdiv. The 20-year-old attacker has signed a three-year contract with the Blades, joining as part of the club’s strategy to invest in promising young talent with international experience. Blades boss…
Abuja, Nigeria — The National Sports Commission (NSC) has called on the leadership of Nigeria’s sports federations to foster greater collaboration and unity of purpose in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s “Renewed Hope” agenda for the development of the sports sector. Speaking during a joint executive session with the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) on…
Lagos, Nigeria — Former Super Eagles defender Mobi Oparaku has called on Nigerian football fans to remain patient and not harshly judge striker Victor Boniface following his recent social media post hinting at international retirement. The Bayer Leverkusen forward stirred controversy after last Friday’s friendly match against Russia, when he shared a now-deleted message suggesting…
Nottingham, England — England captain Harry Kane has expressed deep frustration following the Three Lions’ 3-1 defeat to Senegal in Tuesday’s international friendly at the City Ground, Nottingham. Kane opened the scoring with his 73rd international goal in his 107th appearance, but Senegal mounted a strong comeback to secure a historic win—becoming the first African…
Munich, Arena ,Nigeria — A dark cloud hung over Sunday night’s UEFA Nations League final as a football fan tragically lost their life after a fall during the match between Portugal and Spain. The final, hosted at the iconic Allianz Arena, saw Portugal clinch their second Nations League title after a dramatic penalty shootout victory…
Madrid , Nigeria— Nigeria international Rasheedat Ajibade has officially parted ways with Atletico Madrid Femenino, bringing an end to her successful stint with the Spanish side. The 25-year-old forward played her final match for the club last weekend in a high-stakes encounter against Barcelona, marking the close of her chapter with the Liga F outfit….
London — Premier League giants Chelsea have secured the services of highly-rated French defender Mamadou Sarr from RC Strasbourg, marking a significant addition to their defensive ranks. The teenage centre-back, who is just 19 years old, has signed a long-term deal with the Blues, keeping him at Stamford Bridge until 2033. Sarr enjoyed a breakout…
Munich, Germany – Spain coach, Luis de la Fuente has explained why he substituted winger Lamine Yamal during his side’s UEFA Nations League final defeat to Portugal on Sunday. De la Fuente revealed that he substituted the Barcelona youngster because he was ‘tired’ as he has been playing since Thursday. According to the 63-year-old, he…
FOOTBALL – Nigeria winger, Moses Simon is not willing to join another French club this summer, news reports. Simon has been on the books of Ligue 1 club, Nantes for the past five years. The 29-year-old has one year left on his contract with the Canaries, and has been linked with a move away from…
Warsaw, Poland — Polish football icon Robert Lewandowski has temporarily stepped down from international duty following a fallout with national team coach Michal Probierz, in a move that has sent shockwaves across the country’s football community. The striker, who plays for Barcelona, made the announcement on his verified social media platforms, citing a loss of…
Ballon d’Or 2025 – Real Madrid forward, Kylian Mbappe, has made his choice of the player to win the Ballon d’Or this years. The French national team captain is backing his teammate, Ousmane Dembele, to pick up the gong. He believes the attacker has performed way above Barcelona youngster, Lamine Yamal this year. Mbappe said his…
Istanbul — Turkish giants Besiktas have officially submitted a bid for Nigerian defender Bright Osayi-Samuel, as the club looks to reinforce its squad ahead of the new season. The 27-year-old full-back is nearing the end of his current deal with Istanbul rivals Fenerbahce, which is set to expire later this month. With contract renewal talks…
London — Thomas Tuchel has etched his name into the England record books, becoming the first manager to win his opening three matches in charge without conceding a goal, following a 1-0 victory over Andorra in Saturday’s World Cup qualifier. The match, played under the lights in front of travelling English supporters, saw captain Harry…
Paris, France— Coco Gauff secured her first French Open title after a determined comeback victory over world number one Aryna Sabalenka in a gripping final contested under challenging conditions. The American second seed triumphed 6-7 (5-7), 6-2, 6-4 in a tense match between two of the WTA Tour’s top competitors. This victory marks the 21-year-old’s…
Barcelona, Spain — Brazilian forward Raphinha has been honoured as La Liga’s Player of the Season for the 2024/2025 campaign, following a phenomenal individual and team performance that helped power FC Barcelona to a domestic treble. The 28-year-old winger was instrumental throughout the season, amassing an impressive 34 goals and 25 assists across 57 matches…
Moscow, Russia — The Super Eagles of Nigeria battled to a 1-1 draw against Russia in a keenly contested friendly match held at the iconic Luzhniki Stadium on Friday, with varying individual performances across the pitch. Goalkeeper Maduka Okoye stood out as one of Nigeria’s brightest performers, producing several crucial saves to keep the scoreline…
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — Cristiano Ronaldo continues to redefine football history, with landmark achievements that highlight his enduring excellence on the global stage. In a significant development in November 2024, the Portuguese forward became the first player ever to score against 200 different teams—comprising 152 clubs and 48 national teams—after netting a goal in a…
Premier League – Super Eagles media officer Promise Efoghe has urged Napoli striker Victor Osimhen to consider joining Arsenal, despite strong interest from Al Hilal. According to Efoghe, the Nigeria international will score 30 Premier League goals for the Gunners should he join Mikel Arteta’s side this summer. Osimhen enjoyed a brilliant 2024/25 season at…
FOOTBALL – Saudi Pro League giants Al-Hilal are actively pursuing a deal to sign Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen this summer, with newly appointed manager Simone Inzaghi reportedly giving his green light for the move. Osimhen, who spent the previous season on loan at Galatasaray, is due to return to Napoli. However, the Super Eagles star…
Prague, Czech Republic — West Ham United and Czech Republic captain Tomáš Souček has reaffirmed his commitment to leading his national team back to the FIFA World Cup for the first time in two decades, setting his sights firmly on the 2026 edition of the global tournament. The Czech side currently sits atop Group L,…
Ogun state,Nigeria : Nigeria’s Super Falcons claimed a 2–0 win over Cameroon’s Indomitable Lionesses in an international friendly held on Tuesday at the MKO Abiola Stadium in Abeokuta, Ogun State. Despite challenging weather conditions, team captain Rasheedat Ajibade led by example, netting both goals in the first half. She opened the scoring in…
Dortmund, Germany — Bundesliga giants Borussia Dortmund are growing increasingly optimistic about finalizing a deal for Sunderland’s rising star, Jobe Bellingham, as the summer transfer window approaches. The 19-year-old midfielder, who played a pivotal role in Sunderland’s promotion back to the Premier League after a seven-year absence, has attracted significant interest from several European clubs….
Manchester, England — Manchester United skipper Bruno Fernandes has turned down a high-profile offer from Saudi Arabian giants Al-Hilal, choosing to remain in European football despite a lucrative contract proposal. According to transfer insider Fabrizio Romano, the 30-year-old Portugal international rejected a three-year deal reportedly worth £200 million, alongside a proposed £100 million transfer fee…
Manchester, England — Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has recommended Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen as a top transfer target for the club ahead of the 2025/26 season, as the Red Devils look to reinforce their attacking options. Speaking on The Overlap Fan Debate, Scholes emphasized that signing Osimhen would be both realistic and strategic for…
FOOTBALL – Antoine Griezmann has signed a two-year contract extension at Atletico Madrid which could keep the French forward with the club until he attains the age of 36. Griezmann’s previous contract had a year to run. He scored 19 goals in 53 games in all competitions this season as Atletico placed third in the…
FOOTBALL – Chelsea announced the signing of Portuguese midfielder Dario Essugo on Monday from Sporting Lisbon in a deal worth £18 million ($25 million). The 20-year-old, who spent last season on loan at Spanish side Las Palmas as they were relegated from La Liga, will be available to feature for the Blues at the Club…
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — Global football icon Lionel Messi could soon be joining long-time rival Cristiano Ronaldo in the Saudi Pro League, as fresh reports suggest negotiations have resumed over a possible switch to the Middle Eastern competition. According to sources cited by TEAMtalk, the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund (PIF) has reopened dialogue with…
Moscow, Russia — Ahead of Friday’s highly anticipated friendly between Nigeria and Russia at the Luzhniki Stadium, Russian national team head coach Valery Karpin has dismissed claims that the Super Eagles pose less of a threat due to the absence of star forwards Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman. The encounter will mark the first-ever meeting…
Leverkusen, Germany — Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen have placed a €50 million price tag on Nigerian striker Victor Boniface as speculation intensifies over his future ahead of the summer transfer window. Boniface, 24, is widely expected to make a move away from the BayArena following manager Xabi Alonso’s exit to Real Madrid. His departure could…
Abeokuta, Ogun State — The much-anticipated international friendly between Nigeria’s Super Falcons and the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon has been postponed once more, following a fresh round of schedule adjustments. Originally set to be played last Saturday at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, the fixture was first moved to Monday and relocated to the…
