Onukpa Chukwudi, Author at The Athletic NG

Lionel Messi admits England are the only major football nation he has never faced as Argentina prepare for a blockbuster 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final showdown.

Messi reveals why England World Cup semi-final is unlike any game he has ever played

Lionel Messi has revealed that England remain the only traditional football powerhouse he has never faced in his illustrious career, describing Argentina’s...

Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali is back at Chippa United just five months after leaving. Here are the three key reasons behind his surprise return to the South African club.

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Explained: Three reasons Stanley Nwabali returned to Chippa United after five months away

When Chippa United officially announced Stanley Nwabali’s return on Sunday, it caught many by surprise. Only five months earlier, the South African...

Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho is closing in on a new two-year contract with Celtic after rejecting interest from Turkey, Qatar, Brazil and MLS, with manager Martin O'Neill eager to complete the deal before pre-season.

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Why Celtic changed their mind over Kelechi Iheanacho’s future

Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho is on the verge of extending his stay at Scottish champions Celtic after advanced negotiations over a...

Nigeria's Flamingos have been drawn against Poland, Puerto Rico and Korea DPR in Group B of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco.

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Flamingos handed tough U-17 Women’s World Cup draw with two-time champions

Nigeria’s Flamingos have discovered their opponents for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, with the African representatives drawn alongside Poland, Puerto...

Venezia sporting director Filippo Antonelli says Akor Adams' move from Sevilla is in its final stages after the clubs agreed a €16 million transfer.

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Venezia director confirms Akor Adams deal nearing completion

Super Eagles striker Akor Adams is on the verge of completing a move to newly promoted Serie A side Venezia, with the...

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Prodigal Son: Stanley Nwabali returns to Chippa United five months after surprise exit

Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has completed a surprise return to South African Premier Soccer League side Chippa United, five months after...

FIFA President Gianni Infantino says football's governing body will examine a proposal to expand the FIFA World Cup to 64 teams from 2030, a move that could hand Africa additional qualification places.

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Infantino confirms FIFA will discuss expanding 2030 World Cup to 64 teams

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has confirmed that world football’s governing body will examine a proposal to expand the FIFA World Cup to...

Former Flying Eagles coach Aliyu Zubairu has been appointed head coach of Sudanese side Al Ahli Madani on a two-year contract after leaving Egyptian club Telecom SC.

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Former Flying Eagles coach Aliyu Zubairu lands Sudan job ahead of CAF Confederation Cup

Former Flying Eagles head coach Aliyu Zubairu has been appointed as the new manager of Sudanese club Al Ahli Madani, signing a...

The Nigeria Football Federation has constituted an interim board to oversee the organisation of beach soccer and futsal leagues, with Mahmud Hadejia appointed chairman.

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NFF appoints interim board to oversee Nigeria’s beach soccer and futsal leagues

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has constituted an interim board to oversee the organisation and administration of beach soccer and futsal leagues...

Patrick Vieira has emerged as the leading contender to become Senegal's next head coach following Pape Thiaw's dismissal after the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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Premier League legend emerges as leading contender for Senegal job after Pape Thiaw exit

Senegal have reportedly identified Arsenal legend Patrick Vieira as the leading candidate to become the country’s next head coach following the dismissal...