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Omeruo returns to Chelsea

Super Eagles defender Kenneth Omeruo will return to Chelsea for pre-season training on July 24. Omeruo joined the London side from Standard Liege in 2012 but was immediately loaned out. Chelsea coach, Jose Mourinho has revealed his admiration for the

Michael Babatunde moves to Ukraine

Nigerian winger Babatunde Michael has moved to Ukrainian side, Metallurg Donetsk on a two-year deal with an option of a year deal. Babatunde attracted the interests of two Ukrainian sides, Metallurg Donetsk and FK Metalist Kharkiv, but Metallurg Donetsk has

Nigeria defeats Ivory Coast in CHAN Qualifier

Sunday Mba proved to be Ivory Coast’s nemesis once again after he scored two goals and set up another two to give Nigeria a 4-1 win over their West African neighbours. The match was played at Ahmadu Bello stadium in

NFF owes Keshi 5 months worth of salary

It’s been reported that Stephen Keshi has not been paid since he led the Super Eagles to AFCON glory in February but he is yet to lodge an official complaint. The Nigerian Football Federation in an interview with BBC Sport

Keshi wants Anichebe on his team

Nigeria coach Stephen Keshi plans to hold talks with Everton striker Victor Anichebe about his availability for the national team. The bullish striker recently asked the national team coach to exempt him from Super Eagles matches so he could “manage

5 Things Kenneth Omeruo can bring to Chelsea

Much has being said about the young Nigerian defender, spanning from his exploits at the FIFA Under-17 World Cup held in Nigeria to the just concluded Confederations Cup held in Brazil. This kid, who is owned by Chelsea FC but

Brazil Humiliates Spain To Win The Confederations Cup

Brazil has returned to the summit of World football after defeating European and World champions, Spain in the final of the Confederations Cup. Brazil produced a mesmeric display in front of a packed Maracana to claim their third consecutive Confederations

What Did We Learn From Brazil

Nigeria’s participation in the FIFA 2013 Confederations Cup has come to an abrupt end but the gains and pains still resonate in the minds of sport loving fans. One of our greatest undoings at the tournament was our inability to

Giannis Adetokunbo: From the Streets to the NBA

The bright lights, the camera, the glamour, the fame, the endorsements and celebration affiliated with great athletes do not come cheap or on a platter. There is a story for every successful and great athlete, and for the 18 year

Keshi names CHAN Squad

By Arinze Ude Super Eagles coach, Stephen Okechukwu Keshi has named a strong squad including eight players from the trip to Brazil for the visit of Cote D’Ivoire as Eagles bid to secure their first ever African Championship of Nations

FIFA U-20 UPDATE: Nigeria needs a win today to progress.

By Arinze Ude The Flying Eagles returned to their winning ways at the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Turkey on Monday. John Obuh’s boys breezed past the Cubans, running out 3-0 winners in their second group game to keep their

UPDATE: U-20 World Cup

NIGERIA 2-3 PORTUGAL John Obuh’s boys started their World Cup campaign with a loss against the Iberian nation. Nigerian captain Abdul Ajagun scored a brace to level scores at 2-2 after being 2-0 down at half-time but it wasn’t enough

Emenike Eager To Enter Super Eagles’ Fold

Emmanuel Emenike has said he can’t wait to don the Nigerian colours after recovering from a knee injury. The fit-again striker has set his sights on the crucial World Cup qualifier against Malawi in September as a possible return date.

Confederation Cup Round Up

JAPAN 1-2 MEXICO Both sides had nothing but pride to play for as Mexico departed the competition on a winning note. Mexican striker, Javier ‘Chicharito’ Hernandez scored twice and missed an opportunity to take home the match ball when he

Nigeria Bids Farewell To Confederations Cup

NIGERIA 0-3 SPAIN Nigeria has exited the Confederations Cup after losing their second consecutive game in the competition. The Super Eagles of Nigeria lost 3-0 to World and European champions Spain who progress to the semi-finals of the tournament alongside

Nigeria Plays Spain, But Outlook is Grim

Nigeria will be playing Spain in its last match in the group stage of confederations cup, today, hoping to win and qualify, edging Uruguay and Tahiti, to clinch a semi final spot. Injury has been a problem for the team

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