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Super Eagles star offered to Celtic, with Brendan Rodgers reunion playing key role

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Super Eagles midfielder, Wilfred Ndidi, has been offered to Scottish League Champions, Celtic, after his contract with Leicester City expired, Soccernet.ng reports. The 27-year-old is currently a free agent after leaving the King Power…

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Confirmed: Former Super Eagles coach takes over the reins at Rivers United

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Former Super Eagles and Enyimba International coach, Finidi George is set to become the head coach of NPFL side, Rivers United, Soccernet.ng reports. The 53-year-old manager was in charge of the Super Eagles during the March International…

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“I was shocked” – Ex-Flying Eagles star reveals how Wayne Rooney influenced his move to England

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Former Nigeria Flying Eagles striker Muhammad Tijani has shared the behind-the-scenes details of his move from Slavia Prague to Plymouth Argyle, Soccernet.ng reports. The EFL Championship side, now under the management of former Manchester…

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“My man” - Super Eagles’ Samuel Chukwueze shows support for AC Milan teammate in 2024 Euros

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Super Eagles forward Samuel Chukwueze has shared a picture of himself wearing Theo Hernandez’s France jersey, Soccernet.ng reports. The 2024 European Championships has reached the knockout rounds after two weeks of competitive football.…

Michael Olise set to close door on Super Eagles in pursuit of Olympic dream

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Crystal Palace forward Michael Olise is set to close the door on representing his father’s home country at the international level, Soccernet.ng reports. The 22-year-old, born in England to a Nigerian father and a French-Algerian mother,…

Tuesday, Jul 2

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Transfer: Amadou Onana’s sale to free up space in Everton for Super Eagles midfielder

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Versatile Super Eagles midfielder, Wilfred Ndidi, will join Sean Dyche’s Everton if Belgian midfielder, Amadou Onana moves on from the club, Soccernet.ng reports. The 27-year-old’s contract at the King Power Stadium came to an end after…

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Report: Super Eagles striker to remain in Serie A despite exit fears

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Super Eagles striker Isaac Success will remain af Udinese next season despite his poor returns in front of goal last season, Soccernet.ng reports. Success has been at Udinese since 2021, when he joined the club from Watford for €1.8…

Confirmed: Canada-born striker of Nigerian origin joins Union Saint-Gilloise

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With a statement on their official website, Belgian giants Union Saint-Gilloise have announced the signing of Canada-born Nigerian youngster Promise ‘Tobi’ David, Soccernet.ng reports. David joins Union Saint-Gilloise on a three-year deal…

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Official: Wayne Rooney welcomes Nigeria’s Muhamed Tijani to Plymouth Argyle

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Plymouth Argyle have signed Muhamed Tijani on loan from Slavia Prague until the end of the season, with an option to buy, Soccernet.ng reports. The 23-year-old Nigerian, who will turn 24 later this month, joined Slavia Prague last summer…

Southampton, Wolves, and Rangers to lock horns for Super Eagles star

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Two English Premier League clubs, Southampton and Wolverhampton, as well as Scottish side Rangers FC, are reportedly eyeing a move for Bright Osayi-Samuel, Soccernet.ng reports. Earlier reports reveal that Fenerbahce’s new manager, Jose…

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Nigeria: Ademola Lookman narrowly misses out on Atalanta GotS award

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Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman has seen his dreams of clinching Atalanta’s Goal of the Season award narrowly slip through his fingers, Soccernet.ng reports. The dazzling Super Eagles winger was pipped at the post by Colombian forward Luis…

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“Love, I have money” – Nigeria and OGC Nice star Terem Moffi reveals preferences in quick-fire Q&A session

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Nigeria international Terem Moffi has revealed some interesting personal preferences during a quick this-or-that question-and-answer session, Soccernet.ng reports. While chatting with Odey Godspower, Moffi shared his likings in different…

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“We can make Nigeria the best team in Africa” – Swiss football coach promises to turn things around with the Super Eagles

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Coach of the Central African Republic national football team, Raoul Savoy, has revealed the Super Eagles of Nigeria have all it takes to be a top team despite their recent results, Soccernet.ng reports. The 51-year-old Swiss coach is…

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Watch: Another jollof battle- Bright Osayi-Samuel and Ghana’s Djiku square off in tennis game

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Super Eagles defender Alexander Djiku has shared a video of himself playing tennis with Ghanaian defender Alexander Djiku, who is also his teammate at Fenerbahce, Soccernet.ng reports. Most Super Eagles players are returning to training…

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“Here we go” – Asisat Oshoala wants Barcelona to sign fleet-footed Spanish winger

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Super Falcons and Bay F.C. forward, Asisat Lamina Oshoala, has urged her former club, Barcelona, to make a move for Athletic club winger, Nico Williams, Soccernet.ng reports. Nico Willams, the younger brother to Ghana’s Iñaki Williams, has…

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Ex-Arsenal and Man City star backs Guirassy over Osimhen, Lookman for CAF Player of the Year

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Reigning Africa Best, Victor Osimhen faces stiff competition from Bundesliga star Serhou Guirassy for the CAF Player of the Year award, Soccernet.ng reports. Guirassy, who enjoyed a sensational season with VfB Stuttgart, has garnered…

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Super Eagles star drops three-heart emoji for Ronaldo after penalty shootout drama

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Super Eagles star Victor Boniface responded to a social media post by Cristiano Ronaldo following Portugal’s dramatic penalty shootout victory against Slovenia, as reported by Soccernet.ng. The Portuguese talisman issued an apology on his…

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“Useless fools” – Onome Ebi slams secretive inclusion in Super Falcons’ Olympic squad list

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Veteran defender Onome Ebi has expressed displeasure at reports suggesting her inclusion in the Super Falcons squad for the upcoming Summer Olympics is being imposed on coach Randy Waldrum, Soccernet.ng reports. The Super Falcons secured…

“I am embarrassed” – Super Falcons’ Ordega denies being forced on Randy Waldrum

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Super Falcons star Francesca Ordega has denied rumours that coach Randy Waldrum is being forced to add her to Nigeria’s squad for the 2024 Olympic games, Soccernet.ng reports. Ordega has been a regular for the Super Falcons since she made…

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Euro 2024: Ex-Super Eagles coach supports Portugal in R16 win over Slovenia

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Former Super Eagles coach Jose Peseiro was spotted at Deutsche Bank Park as Portugal defeated Slovenia in their Round-of-16 clash, Soccernet.ng reports. The Portuguese national team aimed to bounce back from a heavy 2-0 defeat to Georgia…

Monday, Jul 1

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Real Sociedad to make summer gamble on Sadiq Umar

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Spanish Laliga club Real Sociedad will make their final decision on Super Eagles striker Sadiq Umar during this summer’s pre-season, Soccernet.ng reports. Sadiq joined Real Sociedad from Almeria two years ago in a club-record €20 million…

Visa issues prevents Nigerian striker from joining Aberdeen team-mates in Portugues pre-season camp

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New Aberdeen signing, Peter Ambrose, will be unable to join his teammates for their pre-season campaign in Portugal due to visa issues, Soccernet.ng reports. The 22-year-old Nigerian striker joins the Scottish side on a free transfer after…

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Paris 2024: Four reasons why Onome Ebi and Ordega should not be smuggled into Super Falcons’ squad list

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Reports circulating in Nigerian media suggest the inclusion of 41-year-old Onome Ebi and veteran forward Francisca Ordega in the Super Falcons squad list for the Summer Olympics, Soccernet.ng reports. The Super Falcons secured their 2024…

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Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman wins Africa’s Best Player award in Ghana

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Nigeria attacker Ademola Lookman has been named the Best African International Footballer at the Ghana Football Awards in Accra, Soccernet.ng reports. The Atalanta star received the award after a remarkable season with Nigeria’s Super…

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After snubbing Nigeria, former Super Eagles boss is set for coaching return to Saudi Arabia

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Portuguese coach Jose Peseiro is set to make a comeback to coaching, months after leaving his role as head coach of Nigeria’s Super Eagles, Soccernet.ng reports. Peseiro had a notable tenure with the Super Eagles, leading them to the final…

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Watch: Forgotten Super Eagles midfielder trains with Victor Boniface, Raphael Onyedika ahead of pre-season

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Forgotten Super Eagles midfielder Kingsley Michael has shared a video of himself training with compatriots Victor Boniface, Raphael Onyedika, and David Okereke ahead of pre-season, Soccernet.ng reports. Michael made his debut for Nigeria…

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No Napoli u-turn: Osimhen set on summer exit amid Man United links

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Super Eagles attacker Victor Osimhen is determined to leave Napoli this summer amid recent links with Manchester United, Soccernet.ng reports. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has reported that the Nigerian forward is close to securing a…

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Fisayo Dele-Bashiru: Lazio make breakthrough in transfer logjam with Nigeria and Hatayspor star

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Lazio are close to securing the services of Fisayo Dele-Bashiru after making significant progress in transfer negotiations with Turkish club Hatayspor, Soccernet.ng reports. The Italian club has been in discussions with Dele-Bashiru and…

Glasgow Rangers will struggle without Cyriel Dessers – Football expert

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Sky Sports and Talksports Presenter, Dan Bardell, has hinted that Rangers will struggle without Super Eagles striker, Cyriel Kolawole Dessers, Soccernet.ng reports. The 29-year-old joined The Gers on a four-year contract from relegated…

Union SG aim for a repeat Victor Boniface operation with Promise Akinpelu David transfer

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Belgium giants Union Saint-Gilloise are closing on sealing a transfer for young forward Promise Oluwatobi Akinpelu David, Soccernet.ng reports. Born in Brampton, Ontario, Canada, Akinpelu David has enjoyed a journeyman career since leaving…