Rashidi Yekini is more than just Nigeria’s all-time leading goalscorer, he is a legend who helped define an era of Nigerian football. Who can easily forget Yekini's iconic celebration at the 1994 FIFA World Cup? Yekini’s legacy lies in the moments he created and the pride he brought to Nigeria. Based on data from the

Seinäjoen Jalkapallokerho (SJK) have secured the signing of promising 19-year-old Nigerian striker Chinedu Umeh on a professional contract, Soccernet.ng reports. This follows his impressive performances with SJK Akatemia in both the Ykkösliiga and Kakkonen. The right-footed centre-forward previously represented Atlantic Business FC, a Lagos-based club operating from the city of Lekki. During his time in

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Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has penned a heartfelt message to celebrate a decade of service to Nigeria, a significant milestone in a career deeply rooted in pride and commitment, Soccernet.ng reports.  The 31-year-old defender, who was born in the Netherlands and raised in England to Nigerian parents, was eligible to represent all three nations.

Russia’s head coach, Valery Karpin, has hailed Nigeria's Super Eagles as a superior side compared to Zambia and Kenya following their thrilling 1-1 international friendly in Moscow on Friday night, Soccernet.ng reports. The match, played at the iconic Luzhniki Stadium, drew record-breaking attendance and marked the first-ever senior international meeting between Russia and Nigeria. The