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Nicknamed ‘Chairman’ for his commanding presence at the heart of defence for both club (Enugu Rangers) and country, Christian Chukwu was a break from the norm. Many who watched him play swore they…
New Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has opened up on how he landed the Nigeria role – and insisted it had nothing to do with connections.
Speaking in a revealing interview on CANAL+ Sport Afrique, the 47-year-old Malian…
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The Nigerian football family is in mourning following the passing of one of its greatest icons, Christian Chukwuemeka Chukwu fondly known as “Chairman” who died in his hometown of Enugu on Saturday. His…
As football action heats up across Europe this weekend, several Nigerian players will be preparing to step into the spotlight, looking to showcase their talent in some of the continent’s most prestigious leagues.
From the English Premier League to…
On this day in 1994, Nigeria were crowned kings of Africa for the second time. Goals from Emmanuel Amunike sealed a 2-1 win over Zambia in the final as the Super Eagles lifted the AFCON trophy in style.
Now,…
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In Nigeria, football is a religion. From the tarred streets of Lagos to the red sands of Enugu, and up to the high hills of the Plateau, the love for the game runs…
As another exciting weekend of football unfolds across Europe, Nigerian players will once again be in the spotlight, representing their clubs in some of the continent’s biggest leagues.
From the Premier League to Serie A, La Liga and beyond,…
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The dream of seeing Nigeria at the 2026 FIFA World Cup suffered another major setback on Tuesday 25 March as the Super Eagles failed to hold on to a crucial victory, conceding a…
As domestic league action resumes across the globe following the international break, it is the perfect time to shift focus to the Nigerian stars ready to shine for their respective clubs. From the intense matches of the English Premier…
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On 12 March, I x-rayed the Super Eagles and their pathway to the 2026 World Cup qualification. It was an in-depth and emotionally charged piece, yet free of sentimentality regarding any looming challenges…