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 […]

Hamburg head coach Merlin Polzin has revealed the reason Super Eagles forward Terem Moffi will miss the club’s friendly game against Danish side Copenhagen on Sunday, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigerian striker completed a summer move to the Bundesliga club during the summer transfer window in a deal worth around €2.5 million after leaving French side Nice. […]

The gap between properly investigating serious matters and simply accommodating problems has become a significant talking point among Celtic supporters this week. Questions have been raised about whether the club’s internal processes truly hold individuals and decisions to account in a meaningful way. Celtic Quick News, a well-followed fan publication, has drawn attention to what […] The post Celtic Face Fresh Scrutiny As Club’s Approach To Internal Investigations Comes Under Spotlight appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Nottingham Forest defender Ola Aina has revealed that playing for the Super Eagles can be intensely demanding due to the massive weight of expectations, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Aina, 29, has been a Super Eagles regular since making his debut under former coach Gernot Rohr in 2017. ​Born in London, he could have represented England and featured […]

The Atlas Lions of Morocco have matched Nigeria Super Eagles' historic FIFA ranking feat after climbing to fifth in the latest men's world rankings, Soccernet.ng reports. The Atlas Lions moved above Brazil into fifth place after the South American giants were held to a 1-1 draw by Australia, taking Morocco to the highest position ever […]

Super Eagles defender Ola Aina has admitted that he truly learnt how to defend during his time at Italian Serie club Torino, Soccernet.ng reports. Aina grew up at Chelsea and started his professional career there before joining Torino on loan in 2018 due to lack of playing time. The move would eventually becoming permanent just […]

Victor Osimhen has suffered another sharp fall in his Transfermarkt valuation, with the Super Eagles striker dropping from €75 million to €65m in the latest market-value update, Soccernet.ng reports. The €10m reduction comes after a summer in which the Turkish Süper Lig attracted a remarkable collection of global stars, including Mohamed Salah, Rafael Leão and […]

LASK attacker Moses Usor has stolen the spotlight in the Super Eagles following his impressive debut for Nigeria against Madagascar last week, Soccernet.ng reports. The 24-year-old attacker got off the bench to score the winning goal for Nigeria in their 2-1 win over Madagascar. His gola for the Super Eagles has significantly raised his profile, […]

Super Eagles and Alverca defender Isaac James has revealed his biggest ambition after receiving his maiden invitation to the Nigerian National team, Soccernet.ng reports. The 22-year-old was handed his first senior Nigeria call-up by coach Eric Chelle for the opening 2027 AFCON qualifiers against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau. The defender's invitation came after an impressive start […]

The Super Eagles suffered a shock 3-0 defeat to Guinea-Bissau in the second game of their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign on Tuesday, Soccernet.ng reports. Eric Chelle’s side had earlier opened their campaign with a 2-1 comeback win over Madagascar last week, giving Nigeria a strong start to their qualification hopes. However, Tuesday’s […]

Former Super Eagles striker Peter Osaze Odemwingie has criticised Odion Ighalo for advising Victor Osimhen to leave European football for the Saudi Pro League, Soccernet.ng reports. Ighalo made the recommendation to Osimhen in July 2025 when the Nigerian striker was deciding where to continue his career after a prolific season on loan at Galatasaray. At […]