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From the next Declan Rice to the new Carlos Baleba – Meet the top rated players of the 2025 CAF U17 Africa Cup of Nations - Soccernet NG

4 days ago | soccernet.ng | Lolade Adewuyi

With Nigeria missing from the 2025 CAF U17 Africa Cup of Nations, the country missed an opportunity for its players to be seen by the top football scouts in attendance. Sources have told Soccernet.ng that many of the leading Premier League clubs, like Liverpool, Chelsea, Newcastle United and Crystal Palace, plus Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen, all sent scouts to the tournament in Morocco.
Super Eagles: Transfer battle looms as two clubs eye Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye

1 week ago | soccernet.ng | Ayomide Oguntimehin

Super Eagles goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye, has piqued the interest of two European clubs who are looking to bolster their squad for the coming season, Soccernet.ng reports. A transfer showdown is brewing for Okoye, with Premier League side Bournemouth and Italian giants AC Milan reportedly vying for his signature. The Udinese shot-stopper has become a hot prospect following a string of standout performances in Serie A, prompting both clubs to step up their interest ahead of the summer window.
Ines Fontes: Five things to know about the lady kissed by Onyemaechi after Olympiacos title win

1 week ago | soccernet.ng | Ayomide Oguntimehin

Super Eagles defender Bruno Onyemaechi have publicly shut down advances from any female admirer after sharing a heartfelt moment with his girlfriend, Soccernet.ng reports. Onyemaechi, played 90 minutes in helping Olympiacos secure the Super League title with a 1-0 victory over AEK Athens in a championship play-off clash.
"We need to start again"- Super Eagles goalie Maduka Okoye sets Udinese target

1 week ago | soccernet.ng | Kelvin Omachonu

Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has stated that his goal with Udinese is to finish the Serie A season in tenth position, Soccernet.ng reports. Okoye has had a decent campaign with Udinese in the Serie A. The Super Eagles star has featured in 19 games, keeping three clean sheets. He has saved 66.3% of the shots he has faced this season.
Premier League table after matchday 32: Where Ndidi, Iwobi, Onuachu, Aribo, and Aina’s clubs stand

1 week ago | soccernet.ng | Ayomide Oguntimehin

Matchday 32 of the English Premier League delivered more twists for Super Eagles players and their clubs as the season inches closer to the finish line, Soccernet.ng reports. For several Nigerian internationals, the weekend’s results either tightened the noose around relegation fears or revived their dreams of European football. Here’s how things stand for Wilfred Ndidi, Alex Iwobi, Paul Onuachu, Joe Aribo, Ola Aina, and their respective clubs after another dramatic round of matches.
"Signing Kelechi Iheanacho was a mistake"- Sevilla sporting director Victor Orta

1 week ago | soccernet.ng | Kelvin Omachonu

Sevilla sporting director Victor Orta believes his decision to sign Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho last summer was a mistake, Soccernet.ng reports. The last two years have been torrid for Iheanacho, as he has changed clubs twice. The Super Eagles star spent last season at Leicester, in their Championship-winning campaign. But he did not get minutes, as he featured in 23 games, most of which were off the bench.
‘It still haunts me’ - Okocha issues warning to Super Eagles stars Lookman and Osimhen - Soccernet NG

1 week ago | soccernet.ng | Lolade Adewuyi

Nigeria football legend Austin ‘Jay Jay’ Okocha has issued a heartfelt warning to current Super Eagles stars, including Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman, as the team risks missing another FIFA World Cup—just as it did under his captaincy nearly 20 years ago. Okocha, who led Nigeria in 2005, still carries the pain of failing to qualify for the 2006 World Cup in Germany.
"He's doing way better now"- Arsenal legend Thierry Henry names Super Eagles star as one of Fulham's top performers

1 week ago | soccernet.ng | Kelvin Omachonu

Arsenal legend Thierry Henry has named Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi as one of the top performers for English Premier League club Fulham this season, Soccernet.ng reports. Fulham have outperformed themselves this season. They currently sit 9th in the Premier League after winning 13 of their 32 games. The Cottagers have picked wins from opponents like Tottenham, Newcastle United, Liverpool, and Arsenal.
Newcastle monitor two-cap Super Eagles star ahead of summer transfer window

1 week ago | soccernet.ng | Ayomide Oguntimehin

Premier League side Newcastle United have set their sights on Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare as they look to bolster their attacking options ahead of the upcoming summer transfer window, Soccernet.ng reports. Clubs across the continent are already shifting focus to the summer transfer window in a bid to reinforce their squads ahead of the next campaign. According to Africa Foot, the Magpies are reportedly keeping a close eye on the two-cap Super Eagles attacker.
“We’ve lost a man I deeply admire” – Ex-Juventus star mourns AFCON-winning captain Christian Chukwu - Soccernet NG

1 week ago | soccernet.ng | Ayomide Oguntimehin

Former Super Eagles captain and head coach Sunday Oliseh has paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Christian Chukwu, Soccernet.ng reports. The former Juventus midfielder has described the 1980 AFCON-winning captain and former national team coach as a true legend. Fondly known as “Chairman”, Chukwu passed away on Saturday in Enugu at the age of 74, which has sparked an outpouring of grief across Nigeria’s football community.