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“He’ll deliver” – Under-pressure Super Eagles star defends Wirtz, Frimpong after tough Liverpool start
Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface has leapt to the defence of his former Bayer Leverkusen teammates, Florian Wirtz and Jeremie Frimpong, insisting that the pair will soon come good at Liverpool despite enduring a slow start in England, Soccernet.ng reports. Boniface, who joined Werder Bremen from Bayer Leverkusen this summer on a loan deal, said […]
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“Lookman hadn’t played much for Atalanta” — Chelle explains how he selects Super Eagles squad
Super Eagles of Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle has explained the rigorous process behind his Super Eagles squad selection, Soccernet.ng reports.  The former Lens defender insists that club minutes alone do not always determine who makes the national team list. The manager, who is preparing for a crucial World Cup playoff against Gabon, explained the […]
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Paul Onuachu beats Osimhen, ex-Man United, Real Madrid stars to prestigious Super Lig award
Paul Onuachu has been brilliant for Trabzonspor since joining in the summer transfer window… Super Eagles striker Paul Onuachu has beaten former Manchester United man Andre Onana, ex-Real Madrid star Marco Asensio, and seven others to win the Player of the Month Awards October in the Turkish Super Lig, Soccernet.ng reports. Onuachu has excelled since […]
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“We want to win it” – Super Eagles dare Senegal, Morocco, Cote d’Ivoire at AFCON 2025
Nigeria’s new head coach Eric Chelle says the Super Eagles are heading to Morocco next month with one clear goal: to win the Africa Cup of Nations, Soccernet.ng reports. The 35th edition of the continental showpiece, which kicks off in December, promises to be one of the most competitive in modern history. With at least […]
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“The new king” – Everything Chelsea legend wrote on his Drogba-signed shirt to Osimhen
Chelsea legend Didier Drogba has celebrated Victor Osimhen with a special handwritten message, Soccernet.ng reports. The former Cote d'Ivoire international, on a Chelsea jersey gifted to Osimhen, called the Super Eagles star the new king of Africa. Drogba penned the tribute on a shirt he gifted to Osimhen to acknowledge the Galatasaray striker’s status in […]
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Victor Osimhen or Harry Kane: Galatasaray star Leroy Sané offers funny response to ‘who is better’ question
Germany international Leroy Sané has cleverly dodged a tricky football question: choosing between Harry Kane and Victor Osimhen, Soccernet.ng reports. Sané is one of the few players to have shared the same dressing room with the Englishman and the Nigerian striker. The former Manchester City ace was asked in a recent interview: “Which is better: your […]
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Christantus Uche to Getafe? Super Eagles star’s latest action sparks Crystal Palace exit rumors
Christantus Uche joined Crystal Palace from Getafe in the summer, but things have not panned out well… Super Eagles midfielder Christantus Uche has sparked talks that he could leave Crystal Palace in the coming months, Soccernet.ng reports. After an impressive year at Getafe, Uche completed a season-long loan to Crystal Palace last summer. But there […]
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Ajax boss compares Galatasaray star Victor Osimhen to Man United, Chelsea legends in UCL build-up
Ajax manager John Heitinga has likened Nigeria’s Victor Osimhen to Chelsea legend Didier Drogba and AC Milan great Zlatan Ibrahimovic, as his team prepares to face Galatasaray in Wednesday’s UEFA Champions League clash in Amsterdam, Soccernet.ng reports. Osimhen has built a fearsome reputation across Europe after successful stints with Lille, Napoli, and now Galatasaray, where […]
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Nigeria vs Gabon: Why Fulham’s Calvin Bassey will be more influential than Victor Osimhen against the Panthers
Former Super Eagles defender Efe Ambrose believes Calvin Bassey, not Victor Osimhen, will be Nigeria’s most important player when they face Gabon in the 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff semi-final this month, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria, who sealed their place in the playoffs after a dominant 4–0 victory over Benin Republic, will take on the Panthers […]
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Nigeria vs Gabon: Ex-Arsenal man & MLS prince to be unleashed on Super Eagles as Panthers schedule squad reveal
The Super Eagles will trade tackles with Gabon in nine days for a spot in the final of the continental World Cup playoffs… Former Arsenal striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Los Angeles FC man Denis Bouanga are two of the biggest stars who are expected to be called up to Gabon's squad ahead of the continental […]
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Revealed: Why Inter Milan head coach wanted Lookman during the summer transfer window
Super Eagles and Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman came close to joining Inter Milan during the summer transfer window, Soccernet.ng reports. The 28-year-old came off his best-ever goalscoring season, finding the back of the net 20 times in 40 games across all competitions for La Dea. Considering he'd fallen out with the then-coach, Gian Piero Gasperini, […]
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Africa World Cup playoffs: Rohr tips Nigeria’s Super Eagles and DR Congo to meet in final
Benin Republic coach Gernot Rohr has predicted a Nigeria versus DR Congo showdown in the final of the Africa World Cup playoffs later this month, Soccernet.ng reports. The Franco-German tactician, who has previously managed both Nigeria and Gabon, believes the Super Eagles’ superior quality will prove decisive when they meet the Panthers in Rabat on November […]
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Turkey legend reveals how Galatasaray can get the best of Osimhen
Former Turkiye and Galatasaray winger Hasan Şaş has revealed how Okan Buruk's side can optimise Victor Osimhen's performances on the pitch, Soccernet.ng reports. The 26-year-old striker has scored 43 goals for the CimBom Aslan since joining from Napoli last season. Additionally, the striker also won the league's Golden Boot. However, for Şaş, Osimhen's numbers could've […]
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UCL: Slavia Prague head coach laments absence of Super Eagles star ahead of Arsenal clash
Arsenal and Slavia Prague have kept clean sheets in all of their previous five games… Slavia Prague head coach Jindrich Trpisovsky has lamented the absence of Super Eagles defender Igoh Ogbu in his side's clash against Arsenal this evening, Soccernet.ng reports. Mikel Arteta's men have won nine straight games across all competitions, conceding just one […]
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Super Eagles: Predicted squad list for Gabon World Cup play-offs
All eyes are on Super Eagles of Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle as he prepares to unveil his squad for the decisive World Cup play-offs against Gabon, Soccernet.ng reports. Multiple media reports have circulated on social platforms claiming a 23-man list has already been finalised—but with no official confirmation from the Nigeria Football Federation yet, […]
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“Does she want to play for Nigeria or Spain?” — Super Falcons boss Madugu opens up on Edna Imade pursuit
Super Falcons head coach Justin Madugu has revealed that the Nigeria Football Federation have made repeated efforts to convince Edna Imade to play for Nigeria, Soccernet.ng reports.  However, the Nigerian football body has received no response from her camp as Spain intensify their push for the 25-year-old. Imade, who is currently on loan at Real […]
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Seven Super Eagles stars in doubt for crucial Gabon World Cup playoff
Super Eagles of Nigeria’s preparations for their decisive World Cup playoff showdown against Gabon have been overshadowed by fitness concerns in camp, Soccernet.ng reports. Head coach Eric Chelle faces a selection puzzle due to injuries, fitness doubts, and suspension, threatening to disrupt team plans at this crucial stage. With the Super Eagles camp set to […]
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Victor Boniface breaks silence with “Step by step” message after Steffen’s loud criticisms
Super Eagles star Victor Boniface has responded quietly to recent scrutiny from Werder Bremen boss Horst Steffen, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigerian international has been at the center of criticism since joining Werder Bremen on loan from Bayer Leverkusen in the 2025 summer transfer window. The former Union Saint-Gilloise forward shared a brief but pointed message […]
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“You get luck” — What Boniface told Club Brugge star before Barcelona clash
Club Brugge will welcome Barcelona to the Jan Breydel Stadium on Wednesday in a bid to secure all three points to revive their UEFA Champions League hope… Super Eagles attacker Victor Boniface has jokingly teased Nigeria teammate Raphael Onyedika ahead of Club Brugge’s Champions League clash with Barcelona, Soccernet.ng reports. Following back-to-back defeats in the […]
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Osimhen leads Nigerian stars into Champions League battles against Barcelona, Arsenal, and Ajax
Nigeria's Victor Osimhen will once again carry Galatasaray’s hopes in front of goal when the Turkish champions travel to Amsterdam to face Ajax in a crucial UEFA Champions League Matchday 4 clash on Wednesday night, Soccernet.ng reports. The Super Eagles forward has been in scintillating form since returning from injury and will be aiming to […]
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Victor Osimhen reveals what inspires his fiery passion on the pitch for Galatasaray
Super Eagles and Galatasaray forward Victor Osimhen has revealed why he expends so much energy on the pitch whenever he dons the club's colours, Soccernet.ng reports. The Turkish Super Lig record Champions nicked Osimhen from Napoli in a loan move after a transfer tussle that seemed unending. He repaid their faith by scoring 37 goals […]
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Victor Osimhen: How a Lagos paper vendor and Chelsea legend helped shape the career of Nigeria’s MVP
Nigeria and Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has opened up on the two figures who inspired his rise from the streets of Lagos to the summit of European football: his elder brother Andrew and Chelsea legend Didier Drogba, Soccernet.ng reports. The Super Eagles forward, speaking in an interview with UEFA.com, reflected on how his brother’s determination […]
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Nigeria vs Gabon: Super Eagles set date to open camp ahead of crucial World Cup playoffs
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has confirmed that the Super Eagles will open camp on Monday, November 10, in preparation for their make-or-break 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying playoffs, Soccernet.ng reports. The camp, which will be based in Morocco, marks the beginning of Nigeria’s final push to reach the global showpiece after narrowly missing out […]
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CAF Champions League: Finidi George’s jinx breakers get tough draw, to face two African kings
Finidi George and his Rivers United side will be looking to rewrite history in the CAF Champions League this season… Former Nigeria Premier Football League club Rivers United have been drawn in Group A of the CAF Champions League, alongside RS Berkane, Pyramids and Power Dynamos, Soccernet.ng reports. Last week, Rivers United became the first […]
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Nigeria: How Super Eagles missed out on ‘fantastic’ French star set to light up PSG vs Bayern Munich clash
Former Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr has revealed how close Nigeria once came to securing the international allegiance of Michael Olise, the dazzling winger now thrilling fans at Bayern Munich and the France national team, Soccernet.ng reports.  Born in London to a Nigerian father and a French-Algerian mother, Olise was eligible to play for four […]
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Super Eagles star submits transfer request amidst interest from Galatasaray
Galatasaray were linked with two Super Eagles stars during the summer transfer window… Super Eagles and Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman has submitted a request to be allowed to leave the club when the January transfer window opens, Soccernet.ng reports. The 28-year-old had offers from Napoli and Inter Milan during the summer transfer window, and was […]
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Confimed: Super Eagles’ Felix Agu out of AFCON, to make comeback next year
Felix Agu suffered an injury while in action for Werder Bremen last month… Super Eagles defender Felix Agu willl return to action in 2026, following an ankle injury which he suffered in a Bundesliga game between Werder Bremen and St. Pauli last month, Soccernet.ng reports. The 26-year-old left-back just made his Super Eagles debut in […]
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Nigeria: Falconets open title quest against Ghana as WAFU B U20 Girls’ Cup adopts new format
Nigeria’s Falconets will begin their quest for glory at the 2025 WAFU Zone B U20 Girls’ Cup with a clash against defending champions Ghana in Cotonou, Benin Republic, this weekend, Soccernet.ng reports. The competition, rescheduled to run from November 7 to 12, will feature a revised league-style format and a condensed lineup of three teams: […]
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Frank Lampard, two others in line to become Joe Aribo’s boss at Southampton
Joe Aribo hasn't played any game for Southampton in the EFL Championship this season… Super Eagles and Southampton midfielder Joe Ayodele Aribo is set to get a third coach in eleven months after the Saints parted ways with Will Still, Soccernet.ng reports. The one-time FA Cup winners sacked Russell Martin last December before hiring Ivan […]
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Nigeria or Spain? Real Sociedad star shoots down Barcelona’s record to deepen international dilemma
Edna Imade once again proved why both Nigeria and Spain are locked in a tug-of-war over her international future after firing Real Sociedad to a stunning 1-0 win over league leaders Barcelona on Sunday, Soccernet.ng reports. That impressive Sociedad win ended the Catalan giants’ remarkable five-year scoring streak in Spain’s top flight. Imade struck in […]
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Has Inter Milan gem earned Chelle’s call-up for Super Eagles vs Gabon clash?
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle is slated to lead Nigeria to a must-win clash against the Gabon national team in the upcoming 2026 World Cup playoffs… Former Remo Stars midfielder Ebenezer Akinsamiro has been recently linked with a Super Eagles call-up following his recent performance for Pisa SC, Soccernet.ng reports.  The Inter Milan midfielder, […]
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Ndidi explains how Beşiktaş lost grip after going 2-0 up vs Fenerbahçe
Super Eagles star Wilfred Ndidi joined Turkish giants Besiktas from Leicester City during the 2025 summer transfer window…  Beşiktaş midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has admitted the team lost control after going 2-0 up and eventually fell 3-2 to Fenerbahçe in Sunday’s Istanbul derby, Soccernet.ng reports. Beşiktaş started strong and took a two-goal lead, but a first-half […]
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Zaidu Sanusi: Super Eagles star’s situation at Porto a cause for concern for Eric Chelle
With the World Cup playoffs fast approaching, Eric Chelle would want all his players firing on all Cylinders… Super Eagles defender Zaidu Sanusi has only played 33 minutes of football at Porto since the last international break, Soccernet.ng reports. Sanusi was a surprise inclusion in Chelle's squad for the last set of games against Lesotho […]
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Celtic shouldn’t have signed Kelechi Iheanacho – Scottish Premiership legend
Kelechi Iheanacho joined Celtic after terminating his contract at Sevilla… Celtic legend Peter Grant has stated that signing Kieran Bowie from Hibernian during the transfer window would have been a better decision than signing Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho, Soccernet.ng reports. Celtic lost their top striker Adam Idah to Swansea in the summer, and that […]
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Werder Bremen boss blasts Boniface following poor performance in Mainz 05 draw
Werder Bremen head coach Horst Steffen has criticised Victor Boniface's performance in his side's 1-1 draw away to Mainz 05, Soccernet.ng reports. The 24-year-old striker has yet to score for Die Grün-Weißen after joining on loan from Bayer 04 Leverkusen on the final day of the summer transfer window. Boniface has battled fitness and injury […]
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Yvette Cooper Net Worth, Husband and Career
Yvette Cooper has amassed a substantial net worth as a result of her career in UK politics. Yvette Cooper is a prominent figure in British politics, best known for her long-standing service as a Member of Parliament and her influential role within the Labour Party. Over the years, her career has not only earned her […] The post Yvette Cooper Net Worth, Husband and Career appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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