Football Tactics and Analysis

More than a hundred referees across Bayelsa State have been trained in modern officiating techniques ahead of the Bayelsa Governor’s Football Tournament, widely known as the Prosperity Cup. This grassroots football event is Nigeria’s largest, and the refresher course aims to elevate the standard of officiating in line with global best practices. The initiative, organized […]

Ademola Lookman is expected to leave Atalanta this summer following a public dispute with head coach Gian Piero Gasperini. According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the club had already planned Lookman’s departure, and recent tensions have only accelerated the process. The Super Eagles forward has been a key player for Atalanta since he arrived in

Fenerbahçe manager José Mourinho handed Bright Osayi-Samuel his first start in six matches as the Turkish side secured a dominant 3-0 victory over Anderlecht in their Europa League knockout phase playoff clash at Ülker Stadyumu. The Nigerian international had been used as a substitute in recent Süper Lig fixtures against Göztepe and Alanyaspor, remained on

Abubakar Bukola Saraki ABS Ilorin Football Club goalkeeper, Shakiru Lawal, celebrated his first clean sheet of the season following the team’s 1-0 victory over Solution FC on Sunday. The shutout was a significant achievement for ABS, who had conceded 12 goals in their previous seven matches, relying on four different goalkeepers during that stretch. Lawal’s

Paul Onuachu displayed his aerial dominance during Southampton’s crucial 2-1 Premier League victory over Ipswich Town at Portman Road. The Nigerian striker won 16 out of 24 aerial duels, nearly matching Ipswich’s team total of 17 aerial duels across 90 minutes. His ability to control the airspace proved pivotal, as he played a key role

Super Eagles striker Cyriel Dessers expressed his excitement after Rangers secured a 2-1 victory over Belgian side Union St. Gilloise, ensuring automatic qualification for the Europa League Round of 16. Dessers contributed with a crucial assist, helping the Scottish giants achieve a Top 8 finish and skip the playoff round. Speaking after the match, Dessers

Belgian champions Club Brugge have confirmed their 23-man squad for their crucial UEFA Champions League clash against Manchester City, with newly signed Nigerian defender Vince Osuji left out of the travelling team. The 18 year old central defender, regarded as a long-term investment by the club, will not be part of the squad as Brugge

Gift Orban celebrated his first goal for Hoffenheim in their Bundesliga clash on Sunday. The Nigerian forward, who joined the German club from Lyon during the January transfer window, made an immediate impact in his third appearance. Coming on as a substitute in the 63rd minute, Orban wasted no time, netting the equaliser just two

Nigerian forward Nathan Butler-Oyedeji made his senior debut for Arsenal on Wednesday night as the Gunners defeated Dinamo Zagreb 3-0 in a UEFA Champions League match at the Emirates Stadium. The victory virtually guarantees Arsenal’s place in the Round of 16. Manager Mikel Arteta introduced the 22-year-old in the second minute of stoppage time, replacing

Union St. Gilloise climbed to third place in the Belgian league standings, thanks to a decisive penalty converted by Nigerian forward Promise David. The 23 year old striker, who has represented Nigeria at the U23 level, confidently netted the spot kick in the 14th minute during their clash with OH Leuven. David earned the penalty