In a recent interview with Oma Sports TV, Super Eagles defender Bright Osayi-Samuel opened up about the players who shaped his footballing worldview. The former Fenerbahçe man highlighted the enduring legacy of Jay-Jay Okocha and Joseph Yobo, noting that their photos are still displayed prominently at the Turkish club’s training grounds. While he praised Nwankwo […]
Nigerian international Peter Olayinka has officially joined Cypriot side APOEL Nicosia as a free agent. The 30-year-old striker, who has been without a club since his departure from Red Star Belgrade four months ago, committed to a short-term contract running through May 2026. After a globe-trotting career featuring stops in Belgium, Czech Republic, and Albania, […]
MADRID – Hansi Flick pulled no punches after Barcelona’s crushing first-leg defeat to Atletico Madrid in the Copa del Rey semi-finals. Goals from Griezmann, Lookman, Alvarez, and an Eric García own goal saw Atletico dominate the Riyadh Air Metropolitano. The Breakdown:First-Half Failure: Flick admitted the team lacked collective focus and failed to execute their signature […]
Coventry City manager Frank Lampard has confirmed that Frank Onyeka is available for selection following his deadline-day loan move. The Nigerian international missed last weekend’s draw against Oxford United on compassionate leave for the birth of his child. Now back in training, the defensive midfielder is set to make his first appearance in next Monday’s […]
Ex-Chelsea midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka is reportedly leaning toward representing Austria over Nigeria. Although eligible for the Super Eagles through his parents, the 22-year-old Borussia Dortmund star was born in Austria, and their FA is currently pushing for a deal to secure him ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Having only played for England at the […]
Former England boss Fabio Capello has stirred the “Greatest of All Time” debate by claiming Cristiano Ronaldo doesn’t belong in the same bracket as Lionel Messi, Diego Maradona, and Ronaldo Nazario. Speaking on the Egyptian program Hat-trick, Capello praised the Al-Nassr star’s goal-scoring prowess but insisted he lacks the “natural genius” shared by the other […]
Former Real Madrid boss Fabio Capello has reignited the GOAT debate, claiming Cristiano Ronaldo doesn’t belong in the same bracket as Lionel Messi, Diego Maradona, or Ronaldo Nazario. While praising CR7’s athleticism and scoring record, Capello argued the Portuguese star lacks the “pure genius” and innate creativity shared by the other three icons. “He simply […]
Real Madrid’s tactical versatility was on full display following their 2-0 victory over Valencia at the Mestalla. According to OptaJose, Álvaro Arbeloa’s side now leads LaLiga in two distinct categories: elaborate attack goals (8) and set-piece conversions (17). While they excel in structured play, they are also lethal on the break, sitting second only to […]
Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior pointed the finger at Moises Caicedo’s mistimed challenge following a frustrating 2-2 draw with Leeds United. Despite holding a 2-0 lead through Joao Pedro and Cole Palmer, the Blues’ winning streak snapped after Caicedo conceded a second-half penalty. While Rosenior praised the midfielder’s overall form, he admitted the foul shifted the […]
Following the 2-2 draw between Leeds United and Chelsea, the Premier League issued a brief statement on Tuesday night addressing the controversy surrounding Leeds’ equalizer. Despite Chelsea’s protests over a potential handball by Jayden Bogle during the play, the goal was upheld.Chelsea originally held a 2-0 advantage via Joao Pedro and Cole Palmer. However, Leeds […]