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DEAL OFF!!! Victor Boniface Suffers Heartbreak as Saudi Move Collapses

2 months ago | footballlive.ng | Tumininu Yussuf

Super Eagles forward, Victor Boniface will officially stay with Bundesliga champions, Bayer Leverkusen after his dream of earning €15million per season at Al Nassr was crashed on Wednesday night. Transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano broke the news on his page, stating:“🔴⚫️ Victor Boniface and Al Nassr, deal OFF.
Coach Éric Chelle Breaks Silence on Super Eagles’ World Cup Crisis After AFCON Draw

2 months ago | footballlive.ng | Tumininu Yussuf

Super Eagles head coach, Éric Chelle has declared that securing a ticket to the 2026 FIFA World Cup remains his top priority, as Nigeria faces a daunting road to qualification following a disastrous start to their campaign. Despite the excitement surrounding Monday’s 2025 AFCON draw in Morocco, where Nigeria was placed in Group Calongside Tunisia, Uganda, and Tanzania, Chelle remains laser-focused on the World Cup qualifiers in March, which he describes as “crucial” for the Super Eagles’ future.
Victor Boniface €60M Saudi Mega Move: The Shocking Twist No One Saw Coming!

2 months ago | footballlive.ng | Tumininu Yussuf

Nigerian striker, Victor Boniface is set to trade European glory for the riches of the Saudi Pro League, as Al Nassr has reportedly sealed a blockbuster €60 million deal to lure the Bayer Leverkusen forward to the Middle East. This transfer, which escalated from whispers to an imminent reality in just 48 hours, is set to shake up both Bundesliga and Saudi football landscapes.
AFCON2025: How Nigeria was Drawn into Difficult Group C for 2025 AFCON in Morocco

2 months ago | footballlive.ng | Tumininu Yussuf

The Super Eagles of Nigeria face a challenging task at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after being drawn into Group C alongside Tunisia, Uganda, and Tanzania. The draw took place in Morocco on Monday, ahead of the tournament scheduled to run from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026. NigeriaTitles: 3 (1980, 1994, 2013)Appearances: 21 (including 2025)Last performance: 2023 runner-up (lost 2-1 to Ivory Coast). TunisiaTitles: 1 (2004, as hosts). Appearances: 21.
Ademola Lookman Ruled Out of Atalanta's UCL Clash with Barcelona

2 months ago | footballlive.ng | Tumininu Yussuf

Atalanta forward, Ademola Lookman has been ruled out of their crucial Champions League clash against Barcelona on Wednesday after sustaining a knee injury during training. In a brief statement, the Serie A club confirmed that the 27-year-old Nigerian suffered an injury to the lateral joint in his right knee and will not be traveling to Spain. Italian media reports suggest Lookman could be sidelined for up to a month, though Atalanta have not provided an official timeline for his recovery.
Samuel Chukwueze Scores as AC Milan Writes History in Serie A

2 months ago | footballlive.ng | Tumininu Yussuf

Nigerian forward, Samuel Chukwueze delivered a late moment of brilliance, scoring the winning goal in AC Milan’s 3-2 comeback victory over Parma at the San Siro. This historic win marked the first time Milan have scored two goals after the 90th minute to win a Serie A match, according to Opta via Milan News. In a pulsating encounter, Milan had to dig deep after trailing twice to a determined Parma side.
AS Monaco Pursue Wilfred Ndidi Despite Leicester City's Resistance

2 months ago | footballlive.ng | Tumininu Yussuf

French Ligue 1 giants, AS Monaco are intensifying their efforts to secure the services of Super Eagles midfielder, Wilfred Ndidi, despite Leicester City head coach Ruud Van Nistelrooy stating his firm opposition to the move. The 28-year-old Nigerian international has been sidelined since sustaining a hamstring injury in Leicester’s 2-2 draw against Brighton in early December. Despite his injury, Ndidi remains a sought-after player in the transfer market.
Victor Osimhen Hits Back: Super Eagles Star Sues Turkish Journalist for Defamation

2 months ago | footballlive.ng | Tumininu Yussuf

Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen has initiated legal proceedings against Turkish journalist Tolga Bozduman, who accused the Galatasaray forward of assaulting him two weeks ago. The controversy erupted after Galatasaray’s 3-3 draw against Dynamo Kyiv, with Bozduman claiming the incident occurred when he attempted to photograph the Nigerian international. Osimhen, who has been in exceptional form since joining Galatasaray on loan from Napoli last summer, has vehemently denied the allegations.
NEW RECORD: Norway Set to Become First Country to Scrap VAR

Jan 23, 2025 | footballlive.ng | Tumininu Yussuf

Norway is on track to make football history as the first country to abandon the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system after 19 out of 32 clubs in the nation’s top two divisions voted on Wednesday to remove the controversial technology. The vote, following a four-month consultation involving clubs, players, and fan groups, recommended the Norwegian Football Federation (NFF) officially scrap VAR in the Eliteserien and second-tier division.
Victor Boniface Slams Rumors About Breakup With Norwegian Partner

Jan 23, 2025 | footballlive.ng | Tumininu Yussuf

Super Eagles and Bayer Leverkusen forward, Victor Boniface, has dismissed rumors that he ended his four-year relationship with Norwegian partner, Rikke Hermine, due to disputes over a legal marriage and prenuptial agreement. The allegations, first reported by African Hub, claimed that Hermine insisted on a legal marriage without a prenuptial agreement, which Boniface allegedly declined to protect his financial future.