Author: Brila

National Sports Commission (NSC) DG, Bukola Olopade has called for urgent and aggressive investment in sports infrastructure development in Nigeria, following Morocco’s successful hosting of the 2025 AFCON.

Former Nigerian internationals Garba Lawal and Mutiu Adepoju have praised the Super Eagles for their impressive outing at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, following the team’s third-place finish at the tournament.

Former Nigerian international, Nduka Ugbade has emphasized the urgent need for Nigeria to move beyond raw talent and make deliberate investments in football development and infrastructure.

Super Eagles and Brentford midfielder Frank Onyeka has expressed his delight at continuing to work under head coach Eric Chelle, describing the Franco Malian tactician as a positive and influential figure within the national team.

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has revealed that Nigeria’s outing at the recently concluded AFCON was driven by a strong desire to reconnect with fans after the disappointment of failing to qualify for the FIFA World Cup.

Taiwo Awoniyi finally found the back of the net as Nottingham Forest secured a vital 2–0 victory over Brentford at the Gtech Community Stadium, ending the Nigerian striker’s long wait for a Premier League goal.

Former Super Eagles international Duke Udi has hailed Nigeria’s performance at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, describing the tournament as a clear sign of improvement for the national team despite their semi-final exit.

Fulham might consider making the loan deal for Samuel Chukwueze permanent following the winger’s bright form at the London Club.

Victor Osimhen has revealed that he personally tried to persuade Super Eagles teammates Ademola Lookman and Raphael Onyedika to consider moves to Galatasaray, sharing his positive experiences at the Turkish giants.

Rivers United head coach Finidi George has expressed optimism ahead of his side’s CAF Champions League clash against Power Dynamos FC, describing the encounter as an opportunity to get their continental campaign back on track.