…Shield.Sharing some lighthearted, behind-the-scenes memories from his time with the Super Eagles duo, Vardy described how the players would briefly travel back to Nigeria after picking up minor fitness issues and return with a specific traditional remedy that they insisted the team's medical staff use. According to Var…

Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, nearly quit football after losing both his parents Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali nearly came close to quitting football after the heartbreaking loss of both his parents within a matter of weeks. His representative, Mohammed Lawal, disclosed this months after the player…

…So we'll see how that develops." The offer comes after an impressive campaign by the Super Eagles striker, who played a key role in Celtic's successful 2025/2026 Scottish Premiership title-winning season. Iheanacho scored seven league goals during the campaign, making important contributions as Celtic secured another d…

Fulham have reached an agreement on personal terms with Super Eagles defender Chibuike Nwaiwu but must still convince Trabzonspor to sanction the move after the Turkish club rejected two bids for the Nigerian international, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The Premier League side are reportedly prepared to sign the 22-year-…

Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman broke down how playing in Italy differs from GermanyLookman said Italian football is harder for attackers due to its defensive nature, while Germany offers more open playThe winger played 105 Serie A games for Atalanta before joining Atletico Madrid in January 2026 Find it fast with…

Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali completes Chippa United return 5months after mutual exit Super Eagles goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali has completed a return to South African side Chippa United ahead of the 2026/27 season.The 30-year-old returns to the Chilli Boys after spending the past seven months out of competit…

Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle remains fully committed to Nigeria despite speculation linking him with the Algeria national team job and interest from clubs in North Africa, with National Sports Commission Director General Bukola Olopade insisting the Franco-Malian is focused on continuing his project with the Eagles,…

Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze has been included in AC Milan’s 26-man squad for the opening phase of the club’s pre-season preparations under new coach Ruben Amorim, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The Rossoneri will begin training at the Milanello training centre on Monday (today), with Amorim set to assess his squa…

GistReel Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has completed a return to South African club Chippa United ahead of the 2026/27 campaign, five months after leaving the Premier Soccer League side. The 30-year-old returns to the Eastern Cape club after spending several months without competitive football following his d…

…into his club’s efforts to sign Nigerian-eligible midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu, with the Super Eagles forward said to have personally contacted the player to encourage him to move to Turkey. According to Score Nigeria, quoting Turkish outlet Fanatik, Osimhen spoke with Ugochukwu as Galatasaray intensified negotiations t…

…overcoming the injury setbacks that affected the early stages of his spell in Spain. The Super Eagles striker will also hope consistent performances at club level improve his standing in the Nigerian national team ahead of future international competitions. If the transfer is completed as expected, Adams will become on…

The entire board of the NFF needs to go - Mikel Obi Former Super Eagles captain John Mikel Obi has called for sweeping changes at the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) following Nigeria's failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, describing the setback as a "hammer blow" for the country.Speaking on the Obi One Po…

GistReel Former Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel has criticised Nigerian football administrators and past government, revealing that a plot of land allegedly promised to him after Nigeria’s 2013 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) triumph has never been allocated. Speaking during a podcast hosted by former England striker…

GistReel Former Super Eagles captain Jay-Jay Okocha has recalled the difficulties the Nigerian football team faced during their historic gold medal-winning campaign at the 1996 Atlanta Olympic Games. Speaking about the experience, Okocha said the team endured significant financial challenges despite eventually winning…

Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho set for Celtic transfer return Celtic manager Martin O'Neill has confirmed plans to bring Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho back to the club following his impressive debut. Iheanacho signed a one-year deal with Celtic in September last year, with the club having the option fo…

Trabzonspor makes loan offer for Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare Super Eagles striker, Tolu Arokodare has emerged as a transfer target for Trabzonspor, who are seeking attacking reinforcements ahead of the new season. The Turkish club are searching for a new centre-forward following Felipe Augusto's move to Zenit S…

…Maduka Okoye, were spotted looking cozy at Paris Fashion Week. The 6'6" Udinese and Super Eagles goalkeeper and Cardi B were at the Jean Paul Gaultier Fall/Winter 2026 Haute Couture show (and Messika), and he was filmed helping her to her seat amid flashing cameras. Okoye has been setting the internet on fire for weeks…

GistReel FC Midtjylland striker Stanley Iheanacho has described Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen as his biggest football inspiration, saying the Galatasaray star’s journey and mentality continue to influence his career. The Nigerian forward made the remarks after returning to the Danish club ahead of the 2026/27 sea…

Former Super Eagles captain and coach, Sunday Oliseh, has delivered a scathing verdict on Brazil following their 2-1 defeat to Norway in the round of sixteen of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting the five-time champions have lost the identity and quality that once made them one of football's greatest teams, PUNCH Sport…

…would qualify for the next FIFA World Cup, saying it would be exciting to see the Super Eagles return to football's biggest stage. "Would be exciting if Nigeria makes it through to the next World Cup," she wrote.

The Federal Government has announced it is replacing the 6-3-3-4 education system with a linear 12-year one. This is without wide consultations with the citizenry or the major stakeholders like parents, intellectuals, teachers, students, employers and labour. Just nine months ago, government had, with immediate effect,…

Former Fenerbahce striker, Serdar Dursun, has questioned whether Super Eagles forward, Victor Osimhen, possesses the technical qualities required to succeed at Barcelona, despite acknowledging the Nigerian's overall ability following another prolific season with Galatasaray, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Osimhen finished…

…Lig side, Trabzonspor, have rejected a second bid from Premier League club, Fulham, for Super Eagles defender, Chibuike Nwaiwu, insisting they will not sanction a sale below their valuation of the player, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. According to Turkish outlet, Fanatik, Fulham's improved offer of around €28m, comprisin…

The younger brother of Super Eagles and Wrexham goalkeeper, Arthur Okonkwo, Brian, has signed a new two-year contract with EFL Championship side, West Bromwich Albion, keeping him at the club until the summer of 2028. Like Arthur, Brian began his football career at Arsenal's Hale End Academy, featuring for the Gunners…

…for Fernandez to the club’s management after having shared the pitch with him in the Super Eagles. Bayer Leverkusen, Borussia Dortmund, and Rennes are among the clubs reported to be interested in the former Peterborough United player this summer. Transfer: Osimhen tells Galatasaray to sign Super Eagles star