Chukwueze Thanks Iwobi, Bassey For Helping Him Settle Down Quickly At Fulham
Fulham of England summer singing, Samuel Chukwueze has sent words of appreciation to his Nigerian compatriots - Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey - for helping him settle down quickly at the English Premier League club. Sports247 reports that Chukwueze gained his first start for The Cottagers in Saturday's shock 2-1 win away to Tottenham Hotspur and he got a fourth...
Ekong Describes Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup Qualification Failure As ‘Shame, Embarrassment, Disappointment’
Super Eagles' captain, William Troost-Ekong has described the Nigerian national team's inability to qualify for next year's FIFA World Cup as a shame, embarrassment and disappointment not only for the team and country but him personally, Sports247 reports. The Al-Kholood of Saudi Arabia defender admitted further that missing out on a ticket to the first Mundial to be co-hosted by...
CAF School Football Championship: Côte d’Ivoire U15 Thrash Nigeria U15 in WAFU B Qualifiers Opener
Nigeria U15 endured a tough start to their campaign at the ongoing African School Football Championship (WAFU B Qualifiers) in Ouagadougou, falling 4–1 to a ruthless Côte d’Ivoire U15 side in the opening Group B encounter on Monday. The young Ivorians announced their intentions early in the match, pressing high and forcing Nigeria into defensive errors. READ ALSO: Chukwueze Shines: ‘I...
Chukwueze Shines: ‘I Didn’t Expect to Start, But Hard Work Put Me in the Spotlight!’
Nigerian winger Samuel Chukwueze has opened up about his surprise inclusion in the starting lineup against Tottenham, admitting he didn’t expect to be named in the XI, but trusted his hard work to speak for him. Chukwueze rewarded that faith with a Man of the Match performance, dazzling fans and helping Fulham secure a statement win in the London...
Wilson Praises Chukwueze: ‘He Makes the Hardest Position Look Easy — And His Work Rate Is Unreal!
Fulham midfielder Harry Wilson has heaped praise on Nigerian winger Samuel Chukwueze, following his standout performance in the victory over Tottenham, describing him as a rare talent who makes even difficult roles on the pitch look effortless. Speaking after the game, Wilson acknowledged that playing as a left-footed winger on the left side — the position Chukwueze was assigned —...
Iwobi Delighted: ‘We Wanted That Derby Win, And Our Fast Start Killed Tottenham!’
Nigerian midfielder Alex Iwobi has expressed his excitement after Fulham clinched their first away win of the Premier League season, defeating Tottenham in a high-tempo London derby that showcased the Cottagers’ growing confidence. Speaking after the match, Iwobi said the victory was a product of Fulham’s aggressive mentality from the first whistle. “Our quick start was everything. We wanted to stamp...
Akor Adams: ‘We Know Nigerians Are Hurt — But I’ve Moved On and Must Focus on Sevilla Now!’
Super Eagles striker Akor Adams has expressed deep regret over Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup but says he has now shifted his focus back to club football with Sevilla — though the pain of missing the Mundial still lingers. Adams, one of Nigeria’s emerging forwards, said he fully understands the frustration and heartbreak felt by...
Kwara United Coach Ashifat Suleiman Bemoans Missed Chances After 3–2 Loss to Barau FC
Kwara United head coach, Ashifat Suleiman, cut a frustrated figure on Sunday after watching his side fall 3–2 to Barau Football Club in a pulsating encounter. Despite a spirited performance, the Harmony Boys failed to make their dominance count — a situation the coach admitted proved costly. Read Also: Achii Vows: ‘We’re Strengthening the Squad — BAL Is a Different Beast...
Achii Vows: ‘We’re Strengthening the Squad — BAL Is a Different Beast and Lagos Legends Must Be Ready!’
President of Lagos Legends Basketball Club, Mannesah Achii, has revealed that the newly crowned Nigerian champions have already begun plans to significantly strengthen their roster ahead of the 2026 Basketball Africa League (BAL) — a competition he describes as a “different level entirely.” Lagos Legends shocked the nation by dethroning Rivers Hoopers to win the Nigeria Basketball Premier League for...
Olopade Declares War: ‘Age Cheats Will Be Arrested — Nigeria Is Done With This National Disgrace!’
Director-General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, has announced a groundbreaking new policy that officially criminalizes age falsification in Nigerian sports, marking the toughest stance the nation has ever taken against the widespread practice. The policy, adopted at the 2nd National Council on Sports in Calabar, introduces strict legal, administrative, and sporting penalties targeting anyone involved in...
