David Okoronkwo, Author at The Athletic NG

Six top contenders for the FIFA club world cup golden boot award

The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup is underway, and the battle for the Golden Boot award is heating up. Several top players...

Former Olympic Eagles coach Samson Siasia disputes Mikel Obi’s claim of funding the team’s flight to Rio 2016, calling for proof of payment.

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Samson Siasia hits Mikel Obi again, reveal former captain offered him bribe for Beijing Olympics spot

Former Nigeria U23 coach Samson Siasia has made a shocking revelation about a bribe offer from John Obi Mikel’s agent to include...

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Athletics

Favour Ofili finally breaks silence on switch to Turkey

Nigerian sprint sensation Favour Ofili has broken her silence on the controversy surrounding her alleged switch to Turkey. After a stellar performance...

Osayi-Samuel will leave Fenerbahçe after playing 175 games and failing to receive a new contract, despite false reports of high wage demands

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Transfer

Birmingham City open talks with Super Eagles Bright Osayi-Samuel

Birmingham City Football Club is reportedly in advanced discussions with Nigerian international Bright Osayi-Samuel, who is set to become a free agent...

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Transfer

Victor Osimhen set for medicals after Napoli make shocking transfer u-turn

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen is set to undergo a medical examination at Napoli between July 14-15, ahead of the club’s pre-season...

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Kwara State governor congratulates Harmony Boys on President’s Cup Victory

Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has expressed overwhelming joy as Kwara United Football Club won the 2025 President’s Federation Cup, marking the...

Victor Osimhen rejects Al Hilal offer despite Napoli agreeing €75m fee. Nigerian striker prioritises return to top European football.

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Transfer

Premier League clubs learn Victor Osimhen’s new Napoli release clause

The transfer saga surrounding Nigerian international Victor Osimhen has taken a new turn, with Napoli planning to increase their asking price for...

Victor Boniface has announced his retirement from international football following Nigeria’s Super Eagles draw against Russia in Moscow.

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Victor Boniface’s Bayer Leverkusen future uncertain as Erik Ten Hag begins major reforms

The future of Nigerian international Victor Boniface at Bayer Leverkusen has been thrown into doubt following the appointment of Erik Ten Hag...

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Transfer

Burnley and two other clubs join race for Super Eagles Frank Onyeka

Industrious Super Eagles star, Frank Onyeka is attracting growing interest from top European clubs. Fiorentina, Stuttgart, and newly promoted Burnley are all...