EPL: Aina wins first POTM award after Forest’s draw against Fulham
Ola Aina earned his first-ever Player of the Match award in the Premier League after Nottingham Forest played out a goalless draw against Fulham FC on Sunday at the City Ground. The Nigerian defender delivered an impressive performance throughout the match. Aina finished the game with the highest number of tackles and duels won, showing […]
AFCON 2025: Super Eagles will push hard to beat Egypt – Bassey
Nigeria’s Super Eagles are fully prepared to give their best as they face Egypt at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, according to defender Calvin Bassey. The Fulham star said the team understands the importance of the match and is ready to push hard for victory. Bassey noted that Egypt is a strong opponent with […]
AFCON: Amazing performance – Osayi-Samuel hails four Super Eagles players after Morocco defeat
Super Eagles right-back, Bright Osayi-Samuel, has commended his fellow defenders Calvin Bassey, Semi Ajayi, Bruno Onyemaechi, and himself for their performance during Nigeria’s 2025 AFCON semi-final against Morocco. The Birmingham City star described the Super Eagles’ back-four as “amazing” and praised the team’s defensive effort throughout the match. Despite Nigeria losing 4-2 on penalties following […]
AFCON: ‘Good job’ – Calvin Bassey hails three Super Eagles players for organizing everyone
Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey has praised three of his teammates for helping to organise the Nigerian team during their AFCON campaign. He said their leadership and communication on and off the pitch have played a big role in keeping the squad focused and disciplined throughout the tournament. Although Bassey did not reveal everything that […]
2026 WCQ: I never fake care – Nwabali tells Osimhen amid clash with Bassey, Ndidi
Super Eagles goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, has sparked social media reactions with a cryptic Instagram post seemingly directed at striker Victor Osimhen. The post comes after reported on-field clashes involving Nwabali, Wilfred Ndidi, and Calvin Bassey during Nigeria’s emphatic 4-0 win over Benin Republic in a 2026 World Cup qualifier. Osimhen was the star of the […]
2026 WCQ: Nigeria’s 1-1 draw with South Africa good result – Super Eagles coach, Chelle
Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has described Nigeria’s 1-1 draw against South Africa in Tuesday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match as a fair outcome. Speaking at his post-match press conference at the Free State Stadium in Bloemfontein, Chelle said the team fought hard and managed to secure an important away point. The home […]
Super Eagles winger, Samuel Chukwueze joins Fulham from AC Milan
Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze has joined English Premier League club Fulham on a season-long loan from AC Milan, with the option for a permanent move next year. The 26-year-old completed his medical on Deadline Day and officially signed the loan deal, giving Fulham the chance to keep him permanently in the summer. Chukwueze will […]
England more competitive and organized than Nigeria – Ex Chelsea star Aluko explains why she ditched Super Falcons
Former Chelsea striker and England international Eni Aluko has said Nigerian football must improve in structure, competitiveness, and professionalism if it wants to attract more players with dual nationality. She called on the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to make the national team an appealing first choice, not a backup option for those unable to play […]
FA Cup: Fulham condemn racist abuse against Bassey
Fulham has strongly condemned the racist and homophobic abuse aimed at defender Calvin Bassey after their FA Cup victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford on Sunday. The club released an official statement, calling the behavior “abhorrent” and completely unacceptable. They assured full support for Bassey and vowed to work with authorities to find those […]
Why I chose to represent Super Eagles – Bassey
Calvin Bassey, the Fulham defender, has shared why he decided to play for the Super Eagles of Nigeria instead of England or Italy. Bassey was born in Italy to Nigerian parents and later moved to England. This made him eligible to play for all three countries. However, in 2021, he chose to represent Nigeria. His […]