Super Eagles: Chelle gave Lookman free hand – Babangida
Former Nigerian winger Tijani Babangida has revealed that Ademola Lookman was given a special role by Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. According to Babangida, the coach allowed Lookman to move freely across the attacking areas rather than sticking to one position. Speaking on Sunday Oliseh’s Global […]
W/Cup Playoffs: Controversy as FIFA appoints South African officials for Super Eagles vs Gabon
FIFA’s decision to appoint match officials from South Africa for the crucial 2026 World Cup playoff clash between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and Gabon has stirred mixed reactions among Nigerian football fans and analysts. Many supporters argue that the choice could raise concerns about fairness due to past football tensions between Nigeria and South […]
WAFCON: Benue governor rewards Ordega with N50m, house
The Governor of Benue State, Hyacinth Alia, has presented N50 million to Francisca Ordega, a winger for the Super Falcons, according to DAILY POST. Along with the cash prize, Governor Alia also gave Ordega a fully furnished three-bedroom house located in Makurdi. This generous gift was in recognition of Ordega’s role in helping the Super […]
Ballon d’Or 2025 award: Only two Nigerians get nominations
Just two Nigerians have been named among the nominees for the 2025 Ballon d’Or awards, which were announced on Thursday. Goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie and coach Justine Madugu, both key figures in Nigeria’s women’s national football team, earned spots on the shortlist. Nnadozie, who recently transferred from Paris FC to Brighton in England, was nominated for […]