Super Eagles defender Abdullahi Bewene has revealed what Nigeria will be hoping to achieve when they face Russia on Tuesday, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria will take on the European side at the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium in their final game of the international window, with Eric Chelle’s men hoping to put their recent setback behind them. The […]

Super Eagles defender Emmanuel Fernandez could soon be on his way out of Scottish giants Rangers after the club were advised to make a major decision on his future, Soccernet.ng reports. Fernandez has been at Rangers since joining the club during the summer of 2025 from English lower-division side Peterborough United.The Super Eagles centre-back enjoyed an impressive […]

Super Eagles stars Ola Aina and Bright Osayi-Samuel face fresh competition for Nigeria's right-back shirt after Abdullahi Bewene declared his intention to force his way back into Eric Chelle's plans, Soccernet.ng reports. The 21-year-old was omitted from the Super Eagles squad for the September 2027 AFCON qualifiers against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau despite impressing on his […]

Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare has been singled out by former Borussia Dortmund and Ajax coach Peter Bosz, who noticed the striker's unusual physical profile after he made an impressive start to life in Amsterdam, Soccernet.ng reports. Arokodare joined Ajax from Wolverhampton Wanderers in the summer on a season-long loan deal that includes an option […]

Nigeria football legend Segun Odegbami has delivered a withering verdict on the Super Eagles surprising 3-0 defeat by Guinea-Bissau on Tuesday, Soccernet.ng reports. Odegbami, Nigeria's third all-time highest goalscorer, insists the result was different from previous heavy losses because the Super Eagles failed to show the fighting spirit traditionally associated with Nigerian football. Nigeria were […]

Super Eagles star Terem Moffi is set to receive the surprising news that two OGC Nice supporters accused of assaulting him have been acquitted by a French court, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nice criminal court issued a full acquittal on Friday, October 2, clearing the two ultras, aged 32 and 45, of charges including violence in […]

Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman recently shared a hilarious exchange with popular Nigerian rapper Odumodublvck on social media, Soccernet.ng reports. Odumodublvck is currently one of Nigeria's biggest hip-hop acts, remaining firmly in the spotlight over the past two years. He is also a well-known football enthusiast, frequently spotted alongside several Super Eagles players at various […]

Popular Nigerian influencer Njideka has fueled rumours that she and Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi are in a romantic relationship, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Ndidi's performances on the pitch have attracted a lot of criticism in recent months. At club level, he is considered a bench warmer under coach Vincenzo Italiano. ​Then, at international level, there have […]

Former Super Eagles forward John Utaka has tipped Russia and Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Matvey Safonov as a contender for the 2026 Yashin Trophy, just three days before Nigeria face Russia, Soccernet.ng reports. Utaka, who represented Nigeria at the 2002 FIFA World Cup and made his name playing for European clubs like RC Lens, Portsmouth, Montpellier […]

Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has identified the reason behind Nigeria's topsy-turvy start to their AFCON 2027 qualifiers, Soccernet.ng reports. The Green and Whites were in action twice last month, coming from behind to defeat Madagascar at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo, before falling to a 3-0 loss against Guinea-Bissau. The players, coach […]

Former Super Eagles coach Augustine Eguavoen will lead Nigeria’s Super Falcons into their Los Angeles 2028 Olympic qualifying battle with Comoros, Soccernet.ng reports. The former Nigeria international will be backed by Christopher Danjuma, Ayisat Yusuf and former Nigeria goalkeeper trainer Olatunji Baruwa. The Nigeria Football Federation appointed Eguavoen on an interim basis in September as […]

Super Eagles midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru has handed Lazio and Nigeria a timely boost after returning to full group training ahead of the Serie A meeting with Monza on October 11, Soccernet.ng reports. The 25-year-old had been sidelined since August 24, when he lasted 54 minutes of Lazio's 1-0 victory at Bologna before suffering a right-thigh […]

Super Eagles striker Terem Moffi's attempt to kick-start his Hamburg career has hit another stumbling block, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigeria international striker is facing a race against time to recover from a knee problem before the Bundesliga returns this weekend. Hamburg coach Merlin Polzin has refused to put a date on the 27-year-old's comeback after […]

The Nigerian football landscape is littered with players who could have worn the Super Eagles' green and white but instead found their international home in Italy. From Premier League defenders to versatile midfielders and a striker who once made history in European competition, several footballers with Nigerian roots have represented the Azzurri at senior level. […]

Former Syracuse men’s soccer players continue to make their mark across professional leagues in the United States, Europe, and beyond as the 2026 season rolls on. The MLS regular season is winding down while European leagues are back in full swing, making it the perfect moment to check in on the Orange alumni scattered across […] The post Miles Robinson, Jeorgio Kocevski And Matt Orr Lead Syracuse Men’s Soccer Presence In Professional Leagues appeared first on Gooner Daily.

St. Louis City SC produced a commanding performance on Wednesday night, defeating the New York Red Bulls 3-0 at Harrison, New Jersey. Simon Becher and Tomas Ostrak both found the net late in the second half to seal a convincing victory for the visitors. The result extended St. Louis’s remarkable unbeaten streak to 17 consecutive […] The post Simon Becher And Tomas Ostrak Strike Late As St. Louis City SC Demolish New York Red Bulls 3-0 appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Top European clubs, including Arsenal, Real Madrid, and Newcastle United, are keeping tabs on Super Eagles-eligible winger Emeka Owen, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Owen is the latest Nigeria-eligible whizkid turning heads across Europe. He joined Spanish side Granada in 2024 as a 15-year-old and has steadily risen through the youth ranks to become a regular fixture in […]

​The Super Eagles camp has opened in Moscow ahead of their international friendly against Russia next week, Soccernet.ng reports. ​With their first two qualifying matches for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations completed, head coach Éric Chelle will lead Nigeria into the fixture on October 6th. The match is scheduled to take place at Nizhny […]

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will play against Russia next Tuesday, and Vince Osuji has received his first invitation to the national team after Akpe Victory was ruled out of the clash, Soccernet.ng reports. The 20-year-old centre-back was called up from Norwegian side Tromsø IL on Friday after Basel defender Akpe was ruled out of […]

Super Eagles defender Emmanuel Fernandez has enjoyed a remarkable rise since joining Scottish giants Rangers, with his impressive performances also helping him attract attention from several clubs across Europe, Soccernet.ng reports. Fernandez joined the Light Blues from Peterborough United last summer and enjoyed a stunning debut season at Ibrox. The Super Eagles defender played a crucial role in […]

Wilfred Ndidi and Akpe Victory’s withdrawals have unexpectedly opened the door for two Super Eagles newcomers, Soccernet.ng reports. Midfielder John Otomewo and defender Vince Osuji have been called up as replacements for Ndidi and Victory, respectively. The duo are handed a chance to turn late call-ups into a breakthrough moment under Eric Chelle. The pair […]

Super Eagles stars Samuel Chukwueze and Akor Adams have climbed into the top ten ranking of the most valuable African players in the Italian Serie A, Soccernet.ng reports. The duo are among six Nigeria internationals who feature among the 50 most valuable Africans in the division. According to Transfermarkt's Serie A market-value ranking filtered for […]

Plymouth Argyle head coach Tom Cleverley has provided an update on the injury suffered by Super Eagles striker Owen Oseni ahead of their crucial League One clash against Leyton Orient on Saturday, Soccernet.ng reports. Oseni has been an important player for Plymouth since joining the club from St Mirren in 2025 and enjoyed a remarkable […]

Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze has revealed how Ruben Amorim’s trust and regular playing time have helped revive his fortunes at AC Milan after a difficult spell at the Italian club, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigeria international returned to Milan this summer following a loan spell at Fulham, where he enjoyed a more productive campaign after […]

Super Eagles stars Raphael Onyedika and Nathan Tella have both missed out on the Bundesliga’s top 10 most valuable African players, Soccernet.ng reports. This development comes as the latest Transfermarkt market-value update reshuffled the pecking order in Germany. Onyedika has suffered the sharper fall, with his valuation dropping from €23 million to €17m. The 25-year-old […]

Arsenal have received a positive fitness update on Jurrien Timber after the defender was named among the Netherlands substitutes for their Nations League clash with Serbia. There had been growing concern over Timber’s availability after he missed training sessions while on international duty with the national team. The Dutch defender was notably absent when Netherlands […] The post Jurrien Timber Returns To Netherlands Matchday Squad Ahead Of Nations League Clash With Serbia appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has already drawn a line between Nigeria’s competitive campaign and Tuesday’s trip to Russia, Soccernet.ng reports. Chelle named separate squads for the September Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers and the October 6 friendly. The squad plan of the Franco-Malian tactician for the Russia fixture is to create a rare audition […]

Super Eagles defender Bruno Onyemaechi has attracted fresh interest from Spain, with former champions Real Betis monitoring the Nigerian ahead of the January transfer window, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigerian international is currently with reigning Greek champions Olympiacos and has been a consistent squad player for them, featuring in the domestic league and the UEFA Champions […]

Wolverhampton Wanderers have found themselves on a remarkable upward trajectory under the guidance of head coach Cesar Peixoto this season. The Portuguese coach has overseen a dramatic shift in fortunes at Molineux, transforming a struggling squad into a competitive and hard-working unit that is turning heads across English football. Peixoto arrived at the club amid […] The post Cesar Peixoto’s Wolverhampton Wanderers Side Continue Unlikely Rise Under New Leadership appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Super Eagles centre-back Chibuike Nwaiwu has climbed above Rangers defender Emmanuel Fernandez in the latest valuation of Nigeria's defenders, Soccernet.ng reports. Transfermarkt's updated data puts the Trabzonspor centre-back firmly behind only Calvin Bassey among the country's most valuable defensive players. Nwaiwu's value has risen to €18 million, a figure that places the 23-year-old level with […]

Brighton and Hove Albion chairman Tony Bloom has spoken out firmly amid the ongoing chaos surrounding Manchester City and the Premier League’s handling of financial regulations. Bloom is widely regarded as one of the sharpest football minds in the English game, having built Brighton into a consistently competitive top-flight club through careful financial management. The […] The post Brighton Chairman Tony Bloom Delivers Pointed Response To Manchester City And Premier League Turmoil appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Nigeria's Super Eagles will face a Russian side expected to make serious changes to its starting lineup in next Tuesday’s international friendly, Soccernet.ng reports. Legendary Russian coach Valery Nepomnyashchy made the revelation after Russia defeated Iran 2-0 in Kazan on Tuesday, with Aleksandr Golovin scoring both goals. The result was Russia’s first game of the […]

Former Super Eagles forward Peter Odemwingie has reflected on the team’s training boycott during the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria had qualified for the World Cup after finishing top of their qualifying group before beating Ethiopia 4-1 on aggregate in the playoff round to book their place at the tournament in Brazil. The […]

Ademola Lookman’s place at Atlético Madrid is facing an intriguing test after a slow start to the new season collided with an increasingly crowded attacking department, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigeria international arrived from Atalanta with a reputation as one of Europe’s most dangerous wide attackers. Lookman was an instant hit in Madrid with the Super […]

Victor Osimhen's market value has fallen sharply, but the Nigerian striker is still priced above a remarkable collection of famous European forwards, Soccernet.nh reports. Transfermarkt's updated figures put Osimhen at €65 million, following a €10m reduction from his previous €75m valuation. The drop takes him to his lowest figure since June 2022, when he was […]

Super Eagles striker Taiwo Awoniyi has revealed the person behind his decision to continue studying alongside his football career after completing his latest qualification at the PFA Business School, Soccernet.ng reports. The Coventry City striker graduated from the PFA Business School with a Postgraduate Diploma in Global Football Sport Directorship with Merit. Awoniyi was among […]